August 13 Conference Call Recap

2014 registration numbers as of August 12, 2014:
128 walkers
3 virtual walkers
20 Super Crew
33 crew

$1,500 fundraising minimum is due August 29
$2,500+ is due by August 29 to be included in the Celebration Club

Jamie Wolf: This will be Jamie’s second year participating. 

Jamie Wolf

Why did you get involved?  A friend asked Jamie to be on her team.  She also takes care of MS patients as Nurse Practitioner.  Jamie is inspired by the strength and resolve of everyone participating in Challenge Walk, no matter their connection.

Important things to remember for the weekend:

• Pack a half-day bag.
• Take advantage of the medical staff before and during the day’s walk.  Don’t feel like you have to push through it – stop and get the blister looked at; ask for stretches to help with muscle fatigue and cramping.
• Stay hydrated!

Anne Rogalski: This will be Anne’s seventh year participating.

Anne Rogalski (right) with her sister Nicole

Why do you stay involved?  Because of everyone out there raising money and participating in these events, Anne is able to walk 50 miles each year.  “It’s hard and you’ll be tired, but I really enjoy seeing old friends and it’s genuinely a good time.”

Important things to remember for the weekend:

• Every three miles there are teams who have rest stops set up and compete for “Best Rest Stop” throughout the weekend.  Everyone has a chance to vote for their favorite rest stop on Sunday at lunch.
• Massage! Best $30 you’ll spend on Fri & Sat – they know what you’ve just done and make it possible for you to get up the next morning.
• Find a good pair of shoes and socks; change them every 10 miles.
• The whole team of support staff and volunteers take great care of you and you never feel alone.

Next Conference Call: The last for Challenge Walk MS 2014!

Wednesday, September 10 at 6 p.m.
Dial 888-279-3775 and use code 4804#
Don’t miss your final chance to learn all the details leading up to Challenge Walk MS weekend and have your questions answered. It’s especially important for all first-time participants be on the call.

If you missed the July conference call, click here.