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Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Xtreme Hike

2nd Annual Xtreme Hike for
a Cure – September 27, 2014 – Wintergreen, VA



The Metro DC Chapter of the Cystic
Fibrosis Foundation is proud to present the 2014 XTREME HIKE Program. In just
one day, a dedicated team of Xtreme Hikers will hike a 26 mile stretch of the Blue Ridge Mountains at Wintergreen Resort
in VA to raise funds and awareness for the CF Foundation's mission to find a
cure for cystic fibrosis.





Xtreme Hike
is about reaching new heights – physically and philanthropically.  It’s a
journey of passion, determination and personal triumph, as much as it’s an
opportunity to make a difference in the lives of people with CF.  Fitness Enthusiasts of all levels who enjoy
the outdoors are welcome to participate. 
We want you to be
part of this once in a lifetime experience.

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Your journey starts the moment you
sign up. You’ll receive a three month training program, with
Group Training Hikes and daily workout calendar; accommodations for 2 nights at the Wintergreen Resort, Aid Stations along the hike stocked
with food and hydration, an Xtreme
Hike T-Shirt, not to mention the post-event
celebration and reception at Devils
Backbone Base Camp Brewery.





By participating in
Xtreme Hike, you’ll support the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s mission to help
develop new treatments and find a cure for this life-threatening genetic
disease that affects the lungs and digestive systems of approximately 30,000
children and adults in the United States. Many people with the disease can now
expect to live into their 30s, 40s, and beyond. 
There is no cure.

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Questions?
Contact Erin Leahey, Senior Development Director, at 301-657-8444 or
eleahey@cff.org. Or, join us at happy hour on Friday, July 18th,  5:00pm - 8:00pm, at Glen's
Garden Market in Dupont Circle
for more information. 



Visit
our website
to sign up or get more details: metrodc.cff.org/xtremehike. 



Want to join us at
Group Training Hike
to see if this is for you? Visit our Meetup page: http://www.meetup.com/Xtreme-Hikers-Hiking-for-a-cure-of-Cystic-Fibrosis/



Important note on
attendance for people with CF and their families:



The health and well-being of people
with cystic fibrosis is our top priority. Medical evidence shows that certain
bacteria can be passed between individuals who have CF and can lead to worse
symptoms and speed decline in lung function. To limit the serious risk of
cross-infection between people with CF, only one person with CF may be invited
to attend the indoor portion of each CF Foundation-sponsored event.  For the outdoor portion of the event, people
with CF should maintain a distance of at least 6 feet from each other.



Please note: People with CF and their
families should be aware that individuals with CF might choose to attend
Foundation events or meetings without notifying event organizers. We strongly
discourage this; however, we cannot guarantee that only one person with CF will
be present at any indoor Foundation event. For more information, please call us
at 301-657-8444.

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