Hike it up Blue!
DC Capital Striders' member Lou Brooks for the 4th year in a row is organizing the Hike it up Blue event in Recognition of International Autism Awareness Day, and in Honor of his Daughter Aly,
The Event/Details:
What: A hike up to Hawksbill Summit, the highest point in Shanandoah National Park and Light it up Blue!!!
When: Saturday, April 21, 2018
Location: Either meet in the White Oak Canyon Parking Lot at 2:30 pm - http://www.hikingupward.com/SNP/WhiteOakCedarRun/
OR
Skyline Drive - Upper Hawskbill parking lot - 7:30 PM - https://www.nps.gov/shen/hawksbill.htm
Times:
2:30 pm OR 7:30 PM
Cost: There is no cost to participate other than the Shanandoah National Park entrance fee, but all participants are required to register to participate.
Donations:
Any donations from participants or sponsors will help provide opportunities for athletes with disabilities to participate in endurance events across the country and also to benefit our local Piedmont TOPSoccer program for athletes with disabilities.
You can Register and/or donate here: https://www.classy.org/campaign/hike-it-up-blue/c156825
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/2037107313213844/
CBS News: DCCS member Lou Brooks talks to fellow member Larry Miller on CBS News - March 31, 2017 - http://www.wusa9.com/mb/news/local/local-dad-raising-awareness-for-his-daughter/427164133
Photos from 2017 Event (click on first photo then hit right arrow key to continue for more photos):
