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            • The Challenge For Life

              The Challenge For Life

              Date and Time

              Saturday May 20, 2017
              8:30 AM - 1:00 PM EDT

              Runner, Biker, and Paddler registration begins at 8:30am

              Walker registration begins at 10:00am

              Paddler's transport begins at 9:00am

              Bikers take off at 9:30am

              Runner's transport begins at 9:30am

              Walkers take off at 11am

              Everyone returns to park for lunch at 12pm noon

              Location

              Shaw Park in Newaygo, Just East of the M37 and M82 Intersection at the Newaygo Bridge.

              Fees/Admission

              This event is open to the public and is family friendly. You're welcome to join us in this fundraising event. There is a minimum of $75 donation per boat to participate. Canoes hold 2 adults and up to 2 children.

              Website

              http://www.alphafamilycenter.com

              Contact Information

              Brittany Ryzebol
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              Who: The Challenge for Life is an event for all ages; bring as many folks as you can find to join you. You can participate by either Walking or Running or Riding your motorcycle or paddling a canoe or kayak down the Muskegon

              What: The Challenge for Life is our annual Spring Fundraiser Event supporting the day-to-day operations of Alpha Family Center. The Walk is an easy 2 mile event - The Motorcycle Ride is a scenic 75+ mile event - The Run is a 5K on the North Country Trail - The Paddle is 6 miles on the Muskegon. The Challenge for Life are simultaneous events, with staggered starts, so that everyone arrives back at the park at the same time to enjoy a delicious, free picnic lunch. 

              The Event is held rain or shine. There is a minimum of $75 donation per boat to participate. Canoes hold 2 adults and up to 2 children.

              Why: To act on your pro-life values by participating in this visible community event. To financially support the free services of Alpha Family Center. To enjoy a great day of family fun, good food and great fellowship; all for a great cause.

              When:  Saturday, May 20, 2017

              Runner, Biker, and Paddler registration begins at 8:30am

              Walker registration begins at 10:00am

              Paddler's transport begins at 9:00am

              Bikers take off at 9:30am

              Runner's transport begins at 9:30am

              Walkers take off at 11am

              Everyone returns to park for lunch at 12pm noon

              Where: At Shaw Park in Newaygo, Just East of the M37 and M82 Intersection at the Newaygo Bridge. All participants start from and return to the park.

              How: Collect donations from friends, family, co-workers, neighbors (especially the people who ask you to sponsor events!). Nine out of ten people asked say YES!

              Raise $50 - receive a 2017 Event T Shirt

              Raise $250 - add an Event Ball Cap or Stainless Steel Water Bottle

              Raise $500 - add a Event Golf Umbrella AND have your name in a drawing for the Grand Prize* - a 40" Smart TV!

              If you can't be at the event the day of, just collect donations and drop them off at AFC at your convenience and collect your prizes.

              *You must be present to win the Grand Prize

              For more information - www.alphafamilycenter.com or call 231-652-1548

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