Take-A-Hikes: New Hampshire 
HIKERS BRAVE COOL TEMPS TO PARTICIPATE IN EXPEDITION INSPIRATION’S SIXTH ANNUAL NEW HAMPSHIRE TAKE-A-HIKE SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2009 at MT. MAJOR
Event Raises Nearly $20,000 for Breast Cancer Research at The Norris Cotton Cancer Center and to Benefit The Expedition Inspiration Fund
A beautiful, but crisp fall morning greeted 140 hikers of all ages and fitness levels, as they hit the trail for Expedition Inspiration’s Sixth Annual New Hampshire Take-A-Hike, held at Mt. Major, near Alton Bay on Sunday, October 11, 2009. The event offered beginning, intermediate and advanced trails, rewarding hikers with spectacular fall views, from the mountain summit, of Lake Winnipesaukee and surrounding lakes, waterways, and mountains.
The Hike raised funds for cutting-edge breast cancer research under the direction of Dr. Peter A. Kaufman, Associate Professor of Medicine (Hematology/Oncology) at The Norris Cotton Cancer Center in affiliation with The Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center and Expedition Inspiration. Read More >>
About Take-A-Hikes
Expedition Inspiration’s Take-A-Hike is held in conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and is designed to raise awareness about the disease and to pay tribute to those who have fought, or are still battling breast cancer. Funds raised benefit the Norris Cotton Cancer Center in affiliation with the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center and The Expedition Inspiration Fund.
Take-A-Hike is a family oriented hike featuring different level hikes, geared to adults and children of all ages and fitness levels. The day’s activities include Expedition Inspiration’s heartwarming Tribute Flag ceremony, honoring those who have fought the disease. Information is available about breast cancer services and prevention, exercise, and nutrition. Hikers are rewarded with spectacular autumn foliage views, from the mountain summit, of Lake Winnipesaukee and the surrounding lakes, waterways, and mountains.
Individual hikers and teams can pre-register and set up their fundraising page online. Registration fee is $20 and hikers are encouraged to raise a minimum of $250. Registration includes an Expedition Inspiration New Hampshire Take-A-Hike t-shirt, gift bag, refreshments and Tribute Flag, which can be dedicated to a survivor or in memory of a loved one. Prizes will be given at various pledge levels and the top fundraising team will receive special recognition. Raffles are also offered.
Step 1: Register Today
The hiker registration fee, which includes a T-shirt, refreshments and Tribute Flag, which can be dedicated to a survivor or in memory of a loved one, is $20.00 through October 2; or after 10/2 until day of hike - $25.00. Click at right to register online! Step 2: Corporate Support
Inspire your company to TAKE-A-HIKE by sponsoring a team of employees, making a financial contribution or donating in-kind products or services. Each corporation will receive special recognition. Call toll free 866-319-6456 for sponsorship information. Step 3: Assemble a team to hike
Teams consisting of 10 or more will receive special recognition. Team photo will be taken. Call toll free 866-319-6456 or click at right for online Team registration. Step 4: Get Pledges
Ask your friends and neighbors to sponsor you with a donation of any amount. WE ENCOURAGE EACH HIKER TO RAISE $250 IN PLEDGES. Step 5: Take-A-Hike and Win Great Prizes
Great prizes at the following levels.
$100: EI embroidered hat
$250: EI embroidered hat and EI tote
$500: EI embroidered hat, EI tote and SIGG water bottle
$750: EI embroidered hat, EI tote, SIGG water bottle, and North Face Base Camp Duffel
$1000: EI embroidered hat, EI tote, SIGG water bottle, North Face Base Camp Duffel, Italian Moretti Glass Hand Crafted Bracelet, Custom Made for Expedition Inspiration
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