July 2009 Archives

Who are you riding for?

The second annual Bike to Battle Cancer will be held on August 22, 2009 (rain or shine) at Finley River Park in Ozark, Mo. beginning at 6 a.m. Bike to Battle Cancer is a noncompetitive bike ride that aims to raise awareness and funds for cancer research, education, awareness and service efforts. Riders have the choice of participating in a 100K, 50K or 25K ride. It's a chance for the Southwest Missouri community to come together and join in the fight against cancer.

Registration will begin at 6 a.m. followed by the opening ceremony at 6:45 a.m. The 100K ride will begin at 7 a.m. and the 50K and 25K rides will both start at 9 a.m. Lunch and festivities will begin at 11 a.m. and the day will conclude with the survivor ceremonies at the ride endpoint.

Pre-registration is $25 and on-site registration is $35.

We are looking to double the size of this year's Bike to Battle Cancer, so if you recruit 5 additional riders, besides yourself, your registration fee will be waived. Incentive is good for pre-registrations only.

Be one of the first 10 riders to register and receive a free gift at the ride.

Register online now at www.BBCspringfieldmo.org!

Check out some pictures from last year's ride below!

Mark your calendars. Strides is coming to Springfield!

Whether it is a friend, family member, coworker, or you yourself, chances are you know someone that has had breast cancer. Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in women, and one in eight women is at risk for developing breast cancer at some point in their life. Making Strides Against Breast Cancer gives you the opportunity to honor breast cancer survivors, remember those you have lost and help fight back against the disease.

The American Cancer Society in Springfield will be holding its 1^st annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event on Saturday, October 17 at Jordan Valley Park at 9 a.m.

Making Strides is a noncompetitive 5K walk that raises awareness and funds to bring hope to those that have breast cancer and help bring an end to the disease. There is no registration fee and no minimum fundraising amount.

For more information about Making Strides, volunteering or participating please visit http://makingstrides.acsevents.org/swmo or contact Jessica Blake at Jessica.blake@cancer.org.