Each year millions
of people travel to Arizona to see the crown jewel of the North
American landscape - The Grand Canyon, and though
seeing is believing, you can do much more than look! You can experience
it on a personal level so close, you can feel the power radiate
from the ground beneath you, yet so distant that only your imagination
can capture its magical beauty. Best of all, you will be putting
this power and majesty to work to help treat cancer patients TODAY!
Lazarex Cancer Foundation builds a bridge to hope dignity and life
for cancer patients and their families. They help people with all
forms of cancer to identify FDA clinical trial options and provides
financial assistance to defray the costs of participating in FDA
clinical trials.
The
Lazarex Cancer Foundation's Hike For Life have joined
forces with Conquer The Canyon to bring you a special 3-night/4-day
walking, hiking and active adventure at one of the "Grandest"
natural wonders of the world - The Grand Canyon! If you haven't
already visited the Lazarek Hike For Life Adventure page, click
here. Get ready for a very rare experience. Less than 1% of the
millions of visitors to the park each year ever travel its trails
and with Conquer The Canyon and Hike For Life, you have the opportunity
to join this exclusive group.
Hike For Life is a walking
or hiking adventure to suit everyone.
Conquer The Canyon participants
and teams relish in the opportunity to experience the magnificent
beauty of the Grand Canyon. From the rolling hills of the rim to
the steep descents into the Canyon of up to 3,000 feet, they will
hike the trails led by The Walking Connection's best expert guides
who will interpret the intricacies of the geology, history, flora,
fauna and environmental zones of the canyon.
The gentle rolling hills of the
Rim Trail offer the most spectacular overviews of the canyon and
is especially suited to participants of all fitness levels, interests
and abilities. Shorter walks and hikes are supported by the park
shuttle system, while those seeking a longer or more endurance based
adventure along the Rim will find themselves on one of the most
beautiful walks and hikes of their lives. Conquer The Canyon and
The Walking Connection have developed a special training program
to help prepare you to meet the personal challenges of one of several
levels of adventures at Grand Canyon.
The in-canyon trails allow both
moderate and well-seasoned hikers an exceptionally rare challenge
of experiencing the Canyon below the rim. Each team of participants
will be led by The Walking Connection's best Grand Canyon experts
who will interpret the intricacies of the geology, history, flora,
fauna and environmental zones of the canyon. From the most
arduous day-hike in the Canyon to more moderate hiking pursuits,
there is a trail and hike for everyone.
You'll Receive
expert fundraising assistance from Lazarex Cancer Foundation experts,
exclusive Grand Canyon Hike Training Program, complete travel logistics,
ground transportation while in Arizona, hotel accommodations, most
meals including a special Mission Inspiration Dinner and a Mission
Celebration Dinner, hikes guided by expert Grand Canyon guides and
the fun and camaraderie of others who will join you and celebrate
the mission of the Lazarex Cancer Foundation!
In Return
you will support Lazarex by raising funds and creating
awareness for their mission. By yourself or with your family...with
a few friends, a company team or your own walking or hiking club,
this is your opportunity to join the Lazarex Hike For Life Team
and support the cancer patients and families that they serve.
Lazarex
Cancer Foundation and Conquer The Canyon invite you to an
adventure of a lifetime!
