The 2015 Walk to Cure Arthritis Austin will take place on Saturday, April 25th. It's going to be an exciting day full of fun, family and
a community celebration as we move closer to a cure for arthritis. Here are some important details about the event.
Packet Pick Up: You still have one opportunity to skip the registration lines! Drop off donations and pick up t-shirts for qualifying
team members. Remember, everyone who raises at least $100 qualifies for an official Walk to Cure Arthritis t-shirt. Early check in will
be held Friday, April 24, 10 AM-4 PM, Concordia University, 11400 Concordia University Drive, Austin 78726
Location: This year’s event will take place at Concordia University Texas located at 11400 Concordia University Drive, Austin, TX
78726 in the Four Points area off RR 620 N about 1.5 miles northeast of RM 2222.
Parking: Parking at Concordia is free. Parking at Concordia is free. The event will be held in a new area of the campus—between the
Cafeteria, Building E and the Library, Building F. As you drive into the campus, Lot C is the closest parking lot to the event area and is
located to your right. Overflow parking will be in Lot B located to your left. Click here for parking map.
Event Schedule
7:00 AM—General Volunteer / Exhibitor Check-in
8:00 AM—Participant Check-In / Day of Registration
8:00 AM—Event Festivities
8:30 AM—Announcements
9:30 AM—Walk Start
9:45 AM—Bruce Smith Band
10:30AM—Celebration / Door Prizes
On-Site Registration/Check-In: Invite your friends, family, neighbors and co-workers to the Walk to Cure Arthritis! If they haven't
already registered online, they can check in and sign the event waiver on-site at 8 am. Be sure to pick up your Walk to Cure Arthritis
Passport at registration to be eligible for door prizes!
Donation Drop-Off: Make your own donation when you check in (don't forget to bring your checkbook, cash or credit card!), or drop
off donations you have collected from your friends and family. Your donations will help millions of people who live with arthritis pain
through programs and services, and fund research to end this crippling disease.
T-Shirts: Walkers who have raised or donated $100 or more are eligible for the official 2015 Walk to Cure Arthritis T-shirt. At the
registration / check-in tables you will receive your claim ticket to obtain your shirt at the designated area.
Teams: Don't miss the Team Tailgate area. Teams raising over $3,500 will have a special place for your team to be honored in a
festive “tailgate” atmosphere where you can celebrate with those who supported your fundraising efforts.
Team Photos: Teams are encouraged to visit the Team Photo area where a professional photographer will take your team photo.
We have prepared a special Thank You banner that participants may use to thank their donors and supporters.
VIP/Honorees Reunion: Are you a Walk to Cure Arthritis VIP? If you raised or donated $1,000, you are! Tickets to the VIP Tent and
VIP Parking passes will be emailed to qualifying participants (Sponsors, Top Walkers, Top Donors, Top Teams, Past and Present
Honorees). VIP parking will be in the front of Lot C. Special goodies and giveaways will be available exclusively for the VIP Tent.
Dogs Welcome: Leashed dogs are welcome to join the Walk to Cure Arthritis Austin provided they follow a few simple rules. 1) All
dogs must be on a leash at all times. 2) Dogs must be current on vaccinations. 3) Dogs must be comfortable around crowds, noise,
other dogs and children. 4) Dog owners must register their dog at registration and sign a dog waiver. Woof! Please remember to
clean up after your dog to help keep the event clean for all participants.
Strollers Welcome: Strollers are welcome; we want all ages to enjoy the Walk to Cure Arthritis Austin!
Safety: Concordia is located in a nature preserve. The grounds have been maintained in their natural state. We strongly recommend
participants wear closed-toe shoes such as tennis shoes. Although rare, snakes have been spotted in areas off the beaten track.
Participants should remain on paved or designated trails at all times.
Walk Route: The Walk to Cure Arthritis Austin is a family and pet friendly non-competitive event. Participants will have the option to
walk a 1 mile or 5K route.
Walk Day Fun: Be sure to check out all the fun on walk day...there are lots of activities for everyone of all ages.
Walk to Cure Arthritis Passports: Pick up your Passport at the registration area! Visit sponsors and have them stamp or initial your
passport and turn in to be entered to win door prizes.
Weather: The weather report for Saturday morning is sunny, cool in the morning at about 64 o and rising to a high of 90o by mid
afternoon. Be sure to wear sunscreen and protect yourself from the sun. While we are not anticipating rain, the Walk to Cure Arthritis
Austin will take place rain or shine. An email update will be sent out in the event of dangerous weather conditions.
Questions?
Call/email us anytime! And, again, thank you so very much for your generous support of our event. We look forward to seeing you on
the 25th! We look forward to seeing you this Saturday…so lace up those shoes and come on out. You'll have a really good time.
Sincerely,
Cathy McHorse
Event Chair
2015 Walk to Cure Arthritis Austin
Special thanks to our sponsors
Locally presented by
Event Contact
Helen Ross Petty
512.800.4060 | [email protected]
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