15th Annual Chester County Challenge for Cancer Bike Tours

Date: Sunday, June 16, 2013 (Fathers Day)
Time: Registration begins at 7:30 am - Rain or shine!*
*All 25, 50, and 65 Mile Riders Must be on the Course by no Later then 9:00 am

Distance: 5, 10, 25, 50 & 63 Mile Rides
Location: Rides begin at Fern Hill Medical Campus, 915 Old Fern Hill Road, West Chester
Benefits: The Cancer Program at The Chester County Hospital and Neighborhood Health

A fun, healthy, meaningful way to celebrate Fathers Day!

For young families, the family ride is just 5 miles. Bagels, juice and fruit are provided for breakfast and there is a great barbecue following the ride. This year, we will also have bouncy castles, face painting and balloons.

For more experienced riders, the 10, 25, 50 and 63 miles tours are challenging rides through the scenic countryside of Chester County. Spend time making new memories with dad while you make our community a better place for patients living with cancer.

CHALLENGE CHAMPIONS

Follow the stories and the progress of five cyclists as they train for the Challenge on their personal road to recovery.Meet our Challenge Champions>>.

Before you begin any exercise program, please consult a physician. If you do not have a family physician, The Chester County Hospital and Health System can provide you with a referral. Please call 610.738.2300 or visit our Find a Doctor page.

Challenge Champion Library

• MEET OUR CHAMPIONS
• Fitness Partners>>
• Wellness Programs>> Get the support and expertise you need to succeed this year. The Chester County Hospital and Health System offers a full array of Wellness Programs to give the information and support you need to make 2012 a happy and healthy New Year!
• Stop Smoking Now! Smoking Cessation Program
• CardioVascular Health Programing
• Diabetes Self-Management
• Nutrition and Weight Management
• Screenings:
  Blood Pressure
  Breast Cancer
  Cardiac Calcium Score Screening
  Cardiovascular Health
  Hydration Screenings
  Oral Cancer
  Peripheral Vascular Screening
  Skin Cancer
  Stroke
• More Wellness Programs and Support Groups>>
  

VIEW EVENT PHOTOS>>

VIEW EVENT VIDEO>>

CUE SHEETS:

Family 5 mile Cue Sheet

Family 10 mile Cue Sheet

25 mile Cue Sheet (slightly over 25 miles)

50 Mile Cue Sheet

65 Mile Cue Sheet

Families/Teams:

Families of 2 adults and up to 4 children
Teams up to 10 riders

Team Support and Amenities:

• Refreshments at rest stops and start/finish
• SAG vehicles- provided by Thomas Chevrolet, Inc.
• Tour Support- provided by Bike Line, West Chester Cycling Club and Chester County Amateur Radio
• Cue sheets, ample road marking, road marshals
• Helmet fittings and bike safety check

Fundraising Challenge (Optional):

Fundraising is not necessary to participate in the Challenge. However, for those who seek out sponsorship from friends, family and co-workers, the top three fundraisers will win gift cards to Bike Line.

Can't participate? Make an online donation.

Volunteer:

The Challenge is looking for volunteers to help with registration, road marshalling, and parking.

• Volunteers receive a t-shirt!
• Contact Andrea Devoti at 610.696.8312 ext 100 or by e-mail atADevoti@nvnacc.com

Sponsorship:

To learn more about sponsorship opportunities for this or any other Chester County Hospital event, please call Tom Gavin at 610-431-5329 or tgavin@cchosp.com.

Last Updated: 2/4/2013