Aspen’s Summit for Life on Saturday 12/06
Registration is still open until 5 p.m. tonight (Friday) at the Aspen Square.
On Saturday registration will be open from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Aspen Square. Racers need a minimum of $60 in pledges to hike.
Non-racers wishing to attend the party at the Sundeck can buy a Ride for Life ticket for $60 until 5 p.m. today (Friday) at the Aspen Square or Saturday between 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. and then 6 – 7:30 p.m. right at the base of the Silver Queen Gondola.
DETAILS ON THE EVENT:
Summit for Life is a weekend of activities celebrating life and promoting awareness and education of organ and tissue donation. The weekend will be centered around the uphill race, which starts at the base of Aspen Mountain on December 6, 2008. Racers will climb 3,267 vertical feet over 2.5 miles from the base of Aspen Mountain to the Sundeck on top. Racers of all ages and ability levels are encouraged to participate. Prizes will be given to the top three men and women finishers and the top team. Awards will also be issued to the top three fundraisers.
Supporters can also partake in the party on top of Aspen Mountain by signing up to “Ride for Life” and take the gondola up. Tickets to the party cost $60 for adults, $35 for children and children 3 years old and under ride for free. A portion of each ticket is tax deductible.
Those who would like to register for the uphill race; donate to the cause or to learn more about Aspen Summit for Life 2008 can visit: www.SummitForLife.org
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