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Dear Friend, Just popping in with a little Huntsman Cancer Foundation SportsFest check-in because things are really starting to come together over here! Over the next couple of weeks, you will receive a newsletter every Thursday with crucial information to prepare you for event day. Be sure to read through everything carefully. As a friendly reminder, online registration closes Sunday, June 7, at 11:59 pm! We know you’re registered, but encourage your friends and family members to sign up before then so event day stays smooth and stress-free. Let’s get the whole crew registered and ready to roll. Late registration will be available in-person ONLY on Friday, June 12, from 4–7 pm, but only those who register online by the Sunday deadline will receive an official event shirt. On-site registration is not available on event day. Speaking of t-shirts…now’s the moment you’ve been waiting for! Are you ready to see what this year’s event t-shirts and cycling jerseys will look like? Drum roll, please! We can’t wait to see you sporting this year’s look!
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Raising Cane’s Fundraising Day: Grab some Raising Cane’s for a good cause! Join us on Wednesday, June 3, from 12–10 pm at any Raising Cane’s in Utah and support Huntsman Cancer Foundation. Just mention the fundraiser in-store or use code RCFUND96 when ordering online or in the app, and 15% of your order will be donated back to the cause. Easy dinner plans plus giving back equals a win-win! Friday Night Fundraiser Dinner: When you raise $200 or more, you receive a free ticket to the Friday Night Fundraising Dinner sponsored by Chili’s. You will receive an email and will also be contacted a couple of weeks before the event to request an RSVP. Guest tickets will be available for purchase. Kick off SportsFest weekend with a relaxed, come-as-you-are evening celebrating the impact of our community. MileSTONES: Why do you participate in SportsFest? As you start your event, grab a bag and a stone, tuck it in your pocket, and grab a new stone at each water or rest stop. Each stone represents why you participate in SportsFest. At the finish line, participants will place their stones into a shared container as a symbol of support, remembrance, and hope for all affected by cancer. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: There are many components of SportsFest, but not all may be for everyone. Do you know someone who wants to participate, but may not be in a sporty mood? Send them our way! We have hundreds of volunteer opportunities from staffing a feed zone to checking in participants and cheering them on. The options are endless. Looking for more info? Check out our volunteer page!
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Let’s Meet Huntsman Cancer Institute’s Wellness & Integrative Health Center: At Huntsman Cancer Institute, we believe healing is more than just treating disease. It’s also about restoring balance to body, mind, and spirit. The Wellness and Integrative Health Center brings together evidence-based integrative therapies, supportive care, and personalized wellness plans so patients, survivors, and loved ones can thrive at every step of their journey. As part of a leading, research-driven National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, our integrative program is a core component of care. We combine traditional oncology with integrative services such as acupuncture, massage, nutrition counseling, creative arts therapy, personalized exercise plans, mental health services, and rehabilitation—all provided by highly-trained practitioners who understand the unique needs of people affected by cancer. Keep an eye out for this fun tie-dye crew at SportFest and check out our tent on event day to learn more!
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RUN/WALK A FREE PAIR OF SHOES: You heard that right! When you hit your $500 fundraising goal, you’ll earn a free pair of shoes from our amazing partner, Salt Lake Running Company! It’s our way of saying thank you for your dedication and helping you stay comfortable and motivated every step of the way. Lace up, hit your stride, and let your fundraising efforts carry you to new heights, and new shoes!
RIDE WELCOME BACK, TRAQCENTRAL: TraQCentral, our tracking and ride-day communication system for cyclists, is back. It speeds up SAG response, connects you directly with the command center when needed, and lets your family track your location without draining your phone battery. It’s a win-win! Download instructions will be sent to your phone during event week, so keep your eyes open. SALEM SHUTTLE: Riding from the Salem start line? Our Salem Shuttle Service is back, generously sponsored by Daiichi-Sankyo, to make your event morning easier and stress-free. The cost is $30 for participants who raise $250 or more, and $80 for non-fundraisers. The Salem Shuttle includes Friday night bike transport to Salem, Saturday morning rider shuttle from Salt Lake City to Salem, and a comfortable motorcoach with a restroom and charging ports. SPOTS ARE LIMITED SO RESERVE NOW! SIGN UP HERE! UTAH TRIPLE CRANK: We are thrilled to be the first ride event of the legendary Utah Triple Crank sponsored by Stadler! This prestigious three-event award recognizes those who successfully complete Huntsman Cancer Foundation SportsFest’s 140-mile distance, the Iron Lung ride, and LoToJa as an individual in the same year. That’s almost 450 miles that support the mission of Huntsman Cancer Institute! Are you up for the challenge? For more information about Utah Triple Crank and to sign up for the challenge, please visit the Utah Triple Crank website. MILES IS BACK: Thanks to the generous sponsorship of Clyde Companies, Miles the Street Sweeper is back! This means that on portions of Redwood Road, the streets will be clean, improving your safety and tire protection and giving you the smoothest ride possible.
QUEST GOOSECHASE APP: We’ll be using GooseChase for the quest. In the app, you can find all your missions, track your points, and see which teams you are beating for top prizes! Download the app today and get ready for the first challenges to drop on Monday, June 1. Just follow the steps below: How to Download the GooseChase App Create an account or log in with your existing account Hunt for your experience by using the join code: YGW2VD Join the event, create your team, and get ready to have fun
*If you need any additional help, here is a great resource on how to play and navigate the app. QUEST DAYS & CHALLENGES: The best thing about the quest is that you don’t have to wait until event day to have fun and figure out the GooseChase app. Here are a few dates to put on your watch: June 1 - Quest will open and drop a few challenges to help you get familiar with the app. June 8 - The countdown begins with newly issued challenges to gear you up for event day. June 12 - A load of challenges will go live, so when you are at Packet Pickup, you can get things started. June 13 - The remaining challenges are ready to be conquered, but hurry! You only have until 3:00 pm to complete as many as you can.
VIRTUAL PARTICIPANT ITEMS: All virtual participants registered by Sunday, June 7, will have their participant items mailed to them before the event. If you have reached your incentive level by that date, those will be included as well. All other items earned after June 7 will be mailed after the event. If your address has changed since you registered, please email us at [email protected].
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Social media is one of the quickest and easiest ways to let your peers know that you are participating in SportsFest to make a difference for the mission of Huntsman Cancer Institute. Check out our Social Media Tips, an entire sheet dedicated to fundraising ideas via social media. If social media isn’t your thing, look at all of the other resources we have available to help make fundraising easy!
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