Survivors at the Summit

August 9th, 2008 

SNOWBIRD, UTAH

Survivors at the Summit 2008 marks the twelfth year of this signature event for Cancer Wellness House, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing free resources to anyone whose life has been affected by cancer.

This inspiring event:

· Symbolizes the challenges individuals experience when faced with cancer

· Pays tribute to their courage and determination

· Honors the memory of all those whose lives have been cut short by the disease

ALL OF THE FOLLOWING EVENTS TAKE PLACE ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 9TH AT SNOWBIRD:

HIDDEN PEAK HIKE (or FREE TRAM RIDE!) & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CEREMONY

Everyone living with a history of cancer, their friends and families, and those who have lost a friend or relative to cancer are invited to hike the 3.5 mile trail (or take a free tram ride) to Hidden Peak on Saturday, August 9, 2008. A sea of personalized Survivors at the Summit 2008 commemorative flags will welcome participants at the summit. Join in an inspirational Celebration of Life ceremony at the top of Hidden Peak (beginning approximately 12:30 PM). The celebration continues on the Snowbird Plaza from 1:30-3:00 PM with music  and activities for the entire family. Bring a picnic or buy lunch at Snowbird.

PANCAKES ON THE PLAZA

This year, the Cancer Wellness House Board of Directors want to personally thank all of our sponsors, donors, hikers, members, survivors, and families presenting the second annual Pancakes on the Plaza event in conjunction with the Celebration of Life at Snowbird on Saturday, August 9th from 8:30-10:30am. CWH volunteers will team up with Snowbird's chefs to offer steaming plates of pancakes to hikers, tram-riders, sponsors, and other participants to fuel their journey to the top of the Peak. A breakfast ticket can be purchased at the event for $3 per person. Bring your friends and family for a good, old-fashioned hiker's breakfast while supporting families in need!

PRIZE AND GEAR GIVEAWAY

Local and national companies have donated exciting prizes throughout the year for the first annual Survivors at the Summit Prize and Gear Giveaway. Prizes include llama treks, lodging, recreational activities, outdoor gear, and gift certificates. Tickets can be purchased throughout the summer for $3 per ticket or 5 tickets for $10. The raffle will be held the Monday after the event, August 13. Winners do not have to be present to win. To purchase tickets, contact the Cancer Wellness House at 801-236-2294.

TRIBUTE FLAGS - Sold throughout the Summer! Order your flag today!
Tribute flags honor loved ones who have faced the challenges associated with a cancer diagnosis. Personalized flags are displayed atop Hidden Peak at Snowbird at the Celebration of Life ceremony on Saturday, August 9, 2008. This event symbolizes the individual “summit” each person with cancer faces and achieves. Personalized flags can be purchased for $20 each at Cancer Wellness House, by phone at 801-236-2294 or by emailing Andy. Flags sold at other locations throughout the community as well.

For more information or to volunteer at the event contact Katie at the Cancer Wellness house at (801) 236-2294.