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 Join us for a "tail-wagging" good time!
In Memory of Debby Didawick
Many thanks to all who came out
despite the rain. We enjoyed meeting each of you and hope to see
you next year at our 4th annual DogsWalk Against Cancer.
Together
we have raised just under $2000 so far for this event!
If you have pledge money to turn in please do so by December 1st.
You can turn your donations in at the American Cancer Society office or
mail it to them at:
2654 Valley Avenue Suite B
Winchester, VA 22601
If you have any questions, please
feel free to give us a call: 540-667-2315
Together
we will find the cure!
**NEW
DATE AND TIME**
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Clearbrook Park (behind the pool)
Clearbrook, Virginia
10:00AM - 12:00PM
UNLEASH THE POWER OF LOVE IN THE FIGHT AGAINST
CANCER!
DogsWalk Against Cancer is a non-competitive dog
walk-a-thon to raise money in the fight against cancer. Join us
for a fun-filled morning of walking, contests, meeting new friends and
raising money for a great cause! Each canine participant will receive a
bandana. Canine cancer survivors will receive a special gift to
honor them in their fight against cancer.
10:00 - 10:30AM Registration
10:00 - 11:30AM Dog Photo's
10:00 - 11:45AM Silent Auction
10:30AM
Opening Ceremonies
10:45AM
ALL PAWS HIT THE TRAIL
11:15AM Guiding Eyes
for the Blind Presentation by Kathleen McAllister
11:30AM Contests
12:00PM
Closing Ceremonies
DogsWalk
Rules:
- We reserve the right to turn away dogs that
are a threat to other participants.
- There is a limit of one dog per person.
- Dogs must be on a leash at all times.
Maximum leash length of 6 feet.
- DogsWalk is limited to dogs and people.
- Participants are responsible for cleaning up
after their dogs.
How
to Participate:
- Fill out a registration form
and mail it in or stop by the American Cancer Society
office located at 2654 Valley Avenue, Winchester 22601 for a registration form. There is a $25.00
per dog pre-registration fee (day of the event registration fee will
be $35.00 per dog). People without dogs are welcome to
participate too. Registrations forms must be received by
October 11, 2008.
- Solicit Donations: Print the Donation
Sheet and ask family, friends,
neighbors and co-workers to make a donation to help support the
American Cancer Society's efforts. If your company has a
matching gift program, you may return that form along with your
donations.
- Collect Donations: Please make checks
payable to: American Cancer Society. Contributions will
be accepted on the day of the event, at the ACS office or they can
be mailed in to the ACS office by November 1, 2008.
- Check in on October 25th: With your
pooch on a leash, check in at the registration table starting at
10:00AM. All paws will hit the trail immediately following our
Opening Ceremonies. After you complete the walk, it's
time to play!
Contests:
You and your pooch are invited to participate in
our DogsWalk contests. A $1.00 donation is
suggested for each contest entry.
- Dog/owner look alike
- Best Trick
- Most original costume
Presentations/Games:
Guiding Eyes for the Blind presentation given by
Kathleen McAllister, Region Coordinator Guiding Eyes for the Blind,
Shenandoah Region Puppy Raisers.
Region website: www.gebshenandoah.org
National website: www.volunteer.guidingeyes.org
Directions:
From 1-81 North:
Take Exit 321. Turn right off exit ramp.
Travel to first stop sign and turn left onto Rout 11 North.
Immediately turn right onto Brucetown Road.
Go approximately 1/2 mile and turn right onto Poolside Drive.
Park in pool lot and proceed into park entrance.
Follow DogsWalk signs to Registration.
From 1-81 South:
Take Exit 321. Turn left off exit ramp.
Travel to first stop sign and turn left onto Rout 11 North.
Immediately turn right onto Brucetown Road.
Go approximately 1/2 mile and turn right onto Poolside Drive.
Park in pool lot and proceed into park entrance.
Follow DogsWalk signs to Registration.
History
of the DogsWalk Against Cancer:
Debby Didawick was a member of the Winchester/Frederick County
American Cancer Society Council and the Personnel Director for
Frederick
County
. In her job, Debby worked
closely with the Frederick County Animal Shelter.
Debby proposed to the Animal Shelter and the American Cancer
Society the idea of a DogsWalk Against Cancer however, Debby never got
to follow through on her idea. During
this time, Debby was fighting her own battle with cancer.
Debby passed away in June of 2005.
The
Frederick County Animal Shelter didn’t want to forget Debby and her
love of dogs. They took the
idea back to the American Cancer Society and the held the first DogsWalk
Against Cancer in September 2006.
Debby’s
dog, Summer, was adopted by family friends and she enjoys participating
in the DogsWalk Event each year.
Reasons
to Support the American Cancer Society:
The American Cancer Society supports patient
service programs, education and advocacy efforts, and research in the
fight against cancer in which our animals benefit from too!
Comparative oncology studies and prevention
recommendations are just a few ways that our pets are being
helped. Much of what we have learned about cancer prevention in
humans applies to animals:
-
Diet, nutrition and exercise are important
elements in preventing cancer in humans; pet owners should take care
to give their pets a good diet and exercise them regularly for the
same reasons. Pet owners should consult with their
veterinarian to determine the best diet for their pet.
-
Animals are affected by second-hand smoke
just as humans are. Protect yourself, your family and your
pets by not smoking.
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We are all affected by cancer. More
than 1.3 million Americans will be diagnosed with cancer this
year. Over 31,000 Virginia residents will hear the words,
"you have cancer" this year.
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The American Cancer Society funds innovative
research. Over the past years, 41 of the scientists who received
grants from the Society have gone on to receive the Nobel
Prize. Our investment is second only to that of the U.S.
government.
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Research leads to results. The relative
five-year survival rate for cancer today is 63 percent - up from 41
percent in the early 1980's. The American Cancer Society is
local. Our programs, services and volunteers touch virtually
every community in the nation.
To become a volunteer in the
Winchester/Frederick County area, please call our office at
1-800-ACS-2345 or stop by to see us at 2654 Valley Avenue Winchester, VA
22601
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