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Climb to Conquer Cancer kick-off scheduled for Feb. 17

From a press release issued by Climb to Conquer Cancer organizers:

On Tuesday, February 17th at 6:30 PM, the Climb to Conquer Cancer volunteer planning committee will host a Climb KICK-OFF at Warner Pacific College.

The public is welcome to attend the Kick-Off, where they'll enjoy live music - The Harry Weirdos (a local husband and wife act performing acoustic folk/indie music), food, REI prizes, great speakers, and discounted registration fees!

Climb volunteer and cancer survivor, Lauren Bowles will speak, telling her story about her personal uphill battle with cancer. As a non-smoker diagnosed with stage-four lung cancer, Lauren isn't letting cancer get in the way of living life to its fullest. Lauren has just recently completed the Disney World half and full marathons...in two days she ran nearly forty miles! An American Cancer Society representative will also speak about how fundraising dollars are being spent to support both local and national initiatives.

Teams and individuals, including residents and businesses of SE Portland and the greater Portland Metro area and beyond, will gather on the campus of Warner Pacific College on May 2, 2009 at 8:00 AM for the Climb to Conquer Cancer rolling start. Teams of up to 15 members made up of co-workers, club members, family and friends will form gather donations prior to the event, and then take on the uphill Climb together. Teams with at least 10 members will have the option to customize their t-shirt backs, to represent a business or a loved one with cancer.

Funds raised at Climb to Conquer Cancer will enable the American Cancer Society to support local services and resources for cancer patients and their families. Funds also support critical cancer research and community education programs designed to teach people how to reduce their risk of developing cancer. The American Cancer Society is a nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, education, advocacy and service.