WE’RE SMALL BUT MIGHTY!

We have a small team this year, just eight walkers. But with under three weeks to go before our big day we have raised $12,315, just a tad under half of our $25,000 goal and in the top ten community teams–just!
Let’s give a big push now to reach that goal and try to stay in the top ten for fundraising as we usually do!

BREAKING NEWS! FRIDAY EVENING FUN IS BACK!

Those of us who have walked since the beginning of the Weekend to End Breast Cancer, remember the excitement of Day Zero, the day that we met on the Friday before the weekend to:

socialize, making new friends and greeting old friends
exchange stories and memories (and possibly to have an open mic session for that)
have some nibbles and refreshments
listen to, and maybe even dance to the music
pick up our kits for the walk

What a great way to begin our event!
Location This Year: Harbourfront Centre

When: Friday, Sept. 8

Time: 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.

A BRAND NEW ROUTE has been revealed and here it is! Click below or scan the QR code. https://bit.ly/2023walkroute

WE CAN’T WAIT TO SEE YOU! COME PREPARED! COME TO ENJOY!

HOW TO PREPARE FOR A SUCCESSFUL WALK – Starting Now!

These are essential

Good Shoes and Socks

Shoes are good for 500-600 kilometres when you’re doing long walks. If you need new shoes, get them now. Bring an extra pair of socks to change at lunchtime during the Walk.

Training Walks

Your longest training walk should be soon. Make it 2-5 km shorter than the distance you plan to walk (e.g., 15 km for a 20 km walk). Start gearing down after that, and alternate distances. Train in all kinds of weather – heat, wind, rain and perfectly lovely! Train with a buddy, especially for the longer walks.

Walk Necessities

sunscreen
bug spray
hat
water bottle
sunglasses (let’s be optimistic!)
rain poncho (depending on the forecast) – a dollar store one in a small bag is ideal
cell phone

Bonus Swag for Reaching $2000+

Walkers get handsome t-shirts this year, commemorating the neighbourhoods we’ll visit. Those completing 5, 10, 15 or 20+ events also receive milestone hats. In addition, anyone who raises $2000 or more earns a bronze, silver or gold lanyard!