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DOG LOVERS: Take a bite out of cancer at the 2012 Bark For Life of Fox Valley -- a canine event to end cancer!
The 2012 Bark For Life of Fox Valley is a canine event to fight cancer! This is the chance to honor the caregiving qualities of our "canine best friends". Together, we can take a bite out of cancer!
Where: James O. Breen Community Park (formally Campton Hills Park.
Corner of Campton Hills and Peck Rd. in St. Charles, IL
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When: Registration begins at 9:00am and our "paws" will hit the path at 9:30am. We will have vendors, demonstrations, and other activities, beginning at 9:00am (see below for a day of event schedule)
The funds raised help support the American Cancer Society's mission to eliminate cancer and create a world with more birthdays. Here are this year's fundraising levels:
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$100 gift (includes registration fee): Bark For Life t-shirt
$250 gift: Bark For Life t-shirt & doggie bandana
$500 gift: Bark For Life t-shirt, doggie bandana, & pet leash
The American Cancer Society Bark For LifeTM is a noncompetitive walk event for dogs and their owners to raise funds and awareness for the American Cancer Society's fight against cancer.
So bring your best canine friend and join us for a fun-filled day starting with a walk, and then continuing with demonstrations, contests, and games!
Day of Event Schedule
9:00am - Registration
9:30am - Walk Begins
10:00am - "Name that Pooch"
10:15am - Scavenger Hunt
10:30am - Doggie Fashion Show & Doogie Trick Show
To learn more about how you -- and your canine friend -- can make an impact in the fight against cancer, visit www.relayforlife.org/barkfoxvalleyil or contact Molly Link at 630-879-9009 opt 3.
Passionate volunteers are always needed to help plan and run our signature events. Contact your local office to learn more about the many opportunities available at the American Cancer Society!
About the American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society combines an unyielding passion with nearly a century of experience to save lives and end suffering from cancer. As a global grassroots force with more than 100,000 volunteers in Illinois and millions elsewhere, we fight for every birthday threatened by every cancer in every community. As a result, more than 11 million people in America who have had cancer, and countless more who have avoided it, will be celebrating birthdays this year. To learn more or get help, call us any time at 1-800-227-2345 or visit cancer.org.
