BIKERS AND HIKERS LIFT THEIR FEET AND THEIR VOICES AT ROAR FOR AUTISM
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Sunday, May 1, 2011
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BIKERS AND HIKERS LIFT THEIR FEET AND THEIR VOICES AT ROAR FOR AUTISM
Kennedy Krieger’s Annual Bike Ride and Nature Walk to Raise Funds for Autism Research
BALTIMORE, MD – Once again, adults and children of all ages will come together to break the silence surrounding autism and “ROAR” for the millions of children who cannot. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, the prevalence rate of autism, a complex, life-altering, developmental disorder, has risen to 1 in 110 children. In an effort to raise critically needed funds for autism research, Kennedy Krieger Institute will host the seventh annual ROAR for Autism on Sunday, May 1 at Oregon Ridge Park. Kennedy Krieger continues to be one of the nation’s leaders in autism research, striving to provide earlier diagnosis and a better understanding of how the disorder affects the brain to develop successful treatments.
ROAR for Autism will feature events and activities for everyone, including challenging 50- and 25- mile rides, a 10-mile ride for recreational bikers, a 5-mile ride designed for beginner cyclists, and a youth fun ride. For those who prefer to stay on two feet, Oregon Ridge Nature Center will be leading guided nature walks. The popular Wegmans Wellness Village will be back once again featuring healthy food for all families including those with children on special autism diets. In addition to a bike ride, nature walk and great food, the family fun festival features carnival games, balloon animals and musical entertainment.
The online team fundraising component will continue this year; participants can go online to register, join a fundraising team, and to build a personal fundraising page to raise money from supporters. Additionally, “Snore for ROAR” is an option for those individuals who can’t get out of bed early but want to make their voices heard and “ROAR” for autism research. For more information about ROAR for Autism, or to register, visit www.ROAR.kennedykrieger.org or call 443-923-7300.
All participants can register either solo or as a team. Rest stops and bike repair services will be available along the bike routes.
What: ROAR for Autism
Fundraising Bike Ride, Nature Walk and Family Fun Festival for autism research
Where: Oregon Ridge Park
13401 Beaver Dam Road
Cockeysville, MD 21030
When: Sunday, May 1, 2011
Registration begins at 7 a.m.; 50-mile route opens at 7:30 a.m.; 25-mile route opens at 8:00 a.m.;
10-mile and 5-mile routes open at 9:15 a.m.
Family Fun Festival begins at 9:00 a.m.
Registration closes at 10 a.m.
Cost: Advance Registration by April 26 On-Site Registration
Adults - $25.00 Adults - $30.00
Children 12 and under - $5.00 Children 12 and under - $10.00
Register by April 23 and receive a free t-shirt!
Children 4 and under participate for free!
Additional
Information: www.ROAR.kennedykrieger.org or call 443-923-7300. ROAR for Autism is on Facebook! Log onto http://www.facebook.com/ROARforAutism.
About Kennedy Krieger Institute
Internationally recognized for improving the lives of children with developmental disabilities, Kennedy Krieger Institute serves more than 16,000 children each year through inpatient and day treatment programs, outpatient clinics, home and community services, and school based programs. Kennedy Krieger provides a wide range of services for children with developmental disabilities mild to severe, and is home to a team of investigators who are contributing to the understanding of how disorders develop and pioneering new interventions and earlier diagnosis.
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