Lakeport >> Hospice Services of Lake County is preparing for the second Hike for Hospice, a family-friendly fundraising event on July 23.
People who want to participate in the hike are encouraged to pre-register at the website www.lakecountyhospice.org or hospice thrift stores located in Middletown, Clearlake and Lakeport prior to the event. Once registered, a hiker’s packet that includes sponsorship forms and “sponsor me” buttons will be mailed to the hiker along with details of the event.
Hikers, or teams of hikers, are asked to have family and friends sponsor their hike by making a donation to Hospice Services of Lake County. The hiker collects the donations in an envelope provided in the hiker’s packet, and delivers the donations on the event date as they check in to hike. Hikers will start their trek after checking in no later than 9 a.m. at Highland Springs Park with an anticipated end time of 11 a.m.
Check-in begins at 8 a.m. at the picnic area near the reservoir. Hikers may choose one of four pre-defined hiking trails through the park that are one, two or three and five miles long. Hikes range from very gentle to somewhat challenging.
When all the hikers have returned a light brunch will be served with live music and awards given for “Most Money Raised by an Individual,” “Most Money Raised by a Team,” “Most Creatively Dressed Individual” and “Most Creatively Dressed Team.” Creative apparel is highly encouraged.
Donations from this event help provide care to residents of Lake County in their last months of life and bereavement services to those who have lost loved ones. All donations are fully tax deductible. For more information, to register to hike or sponsor a hiker, go to www.lakecountyhospice.org or call (707) 263-6270 extension 111.
Highland Springs Park is located at 3600 E. Highland Springs Road in Lakeport, off of Highway 29 past the Lampson Field Airport.
