3DAY WALK IS THIS WEEKEND!!

It is finally here, yay!


We are heading out later this morning to go to our hotel in Seattle! If any of you WA Ladies want to come cheer us on, here is a ton of info, like where the cheering stations are, etc., so come join us if you can !

Here is a general map

http://www.the3day.org/site/DocServer/3DAY_JourneyMap_SE_fp.pdf?docID=1281

Here is some more detailed info

http://www.the3day.org/site/PageServer?pagename=SE_supporter

Live Breast Cancer 3-Day Camp Webcam

Your loved ones are just a click away thanks to the LIVE Breast Cancer 3-Day Camp Webcam!

The webcam will be available for viewing between the hours of 2:00 pm and 9:00 pm on Friday and Saturday during the event. Visit this page during the event to access the link to the webcam. (Video only. No audio.)

Before the EventGetting ready for the Breast Cancer 3-Day is a big job. Here are some ways to support your participant before the big day arrives.

Write a letter expressing your love and support to your walker, which we’ll deliver to them on the event at the 3-Day Camp Post Office. (Envelopes only, please. No boxes or large packages.
Mail must be postmarked no later than September 2nd in order to ensure delivery at the 3-Day Camp Post Office. Any mail that is not retrieved by the walker by October 1st will be destroyed.)Please send letters to:Breast Cancer 3-Day Camp Post OfficeATTN: INSERT NAME OF PARTICIPANTP.O. Box 70316Seattle, WA 98107

Organize a group to host your very own Cheering Station. (Call us at 800.996.3DAY for more information.)

Organize a group of Camp Angels to assist participants with setting up and striking tents and unloading gear. (Call us at 800.996.3DAY for more information.)

Help raise money.

Go on a training walk.

Opening CeremonyThe Breast Cancer 3-Day begins early Friday morning with the Opening
Ceremony. This celebration is not just for participants. Friends and family are highly encouraged to attend. There will be a group stretch to warm-up the body, and inspirational speakers who will warm-up the spirit - all leading up to an exciting and emotional send-off! After the Opening Ceremony is over, participants will begin walking the 60-mile route and start a journey of a lifetime. It will be made all that more special if you are there to help send them off with smiles and encouragement.

Friday, September 12

Bellevue Community College3000 Landerholm Circle SEBellevue, WA 98007-6484
Schedule for the Day:4:00 am - Crew members should arrive.5:30 am - 6:00 am - Walkers should arrive.6:30 am - Opening Ceremonies begins with community stretching.
Driving Directions:Please use both the MAIN and NORTH entrances of the college. The NORTH entrance is the best to use to avoid getting caught in traffic backups on the main road.
Directions to North Entrance:From Seattle: Follow I-90 eastbound. Take Exit 11B (148th Ave. S.E.). Turn left on S.E. 24th Street (second stoplight) and proceed one block to BCC's north entrance. You will see signs for participant drop-off in parking lots 1A, 3A and 3B. From Issaquah: Take I-90 westbound to Exit 11. After exiting, follow the signs for 156th Avenue S.E. At the stoplight, turn left onto Eastgate Way. Move into the right lane and turn right at 150th Avenue S.E. Stay in the right lane, drive up the hill and merge onto 148th Avenue S.E. Turn left on S.E. 24th Street (second stoplight) and proceed one block to BCC's north entrance. You will see signs for participant drop-off in parking lots 1A, 3A and 3B.

Directions to Main Entrance:From Seattle: Follow I-90 eastbound. Take exit 11A and follow the signs to 156th Ave. S.E. The ramp will merge you onto So. 150th heading North. Proceed through the first stoplight (S.E. Eastgate Way) and get in the left lane. At the second stoplight ( S.E. 28th Street) turn left into BCC’s main entrance. Proceed to the traffic circle and make a left. You will see signs for participant drop-off in parking lots 1A, 3A and 3B. From Issaquah: Take I-90 westbound to Exit 11. After exiting, follow the signs for 156th Ave. SE. At the stoplight, turn left onto Eastgate Way. Move into the right lane and turn right at 150th Ave. SE. Get in the left lane and proceed up the hill. At the stoplight (S.E.28th St.) turn left into BCC's main entrance. Proceed to the traffic circle and make a left. You will see signs for participant drop-off in parking lots 1A, 3A and 3B. If dropping off a participant, follow event signage to parking lots 1A, 3A and 3B. Please visit this link for a map of BCC and the parking lot locations:

http://bellevuecollege.edu/about/around/directions/maps/main-parking.asp

Public Transportation:Visit

http://tripplanner.metrokc.gov/cgi-bin/itin_page.pl?resptype=U

or

http://www.soundtransit.org// to see Metro bus schedules that run to and from BCC.

Cheering StationsCheering Stations are a great way to show your support along the route to encourage walkers and let them know that you are with them every step of the way. Seeing familiar faces cheering them on can provide that extra burst of energy that gets them to take that next step or go the next mile. Create banners, hold up signs, bring some music and make some noise - anything to make them smile, get energized and keep walking.

Friday, September 12:

9:00 am - 1:00 pmFirst Baptist Church and Pilgrim Lutheran Church parking lots10431 SE 11th St. and 10420 SE 11th St.(Parking is also available at Church of Christ off of SE 11th St.)Bellevue, WA 98004
10:00 am - 2:00 pmMcCormick Park NE 12th St. between 106th Pl NE and 112th Ave. NE (Parking is available across the street and in nearby neighborhood)Bellevue, WA 98004

Saturday, September 13:

8:30 am - 11:00 am Spectralux Corporation 12335 - 134th Court NE Redmond, WA 98052
11:00 am - 5:00 pmBen Franklin Elementary 12434 NE 60th Street Kirkland, WA 98033

Sunday, September 14:

8:00 am - 11:00 amGreen Lake Park 7201 E Green Lake Dr. N Seattle, WA 98115

Click here for map of cheering area

CampOur campsite is meant to be a special place for your participants to relax, reflect and bond with the Breast Cancer 3-Day community. To help us maintain a safe, secure and organized campsite for your loved ones, we ask that you respect our “no visitors” policy. Also, if you wish to call your walker or crew member, please do not call after 9:00 pm “lights out,” when camp is a quiet zone.

While at HomeCapture the Breast Cancer 3-Day in the news: While walkers are taking steps to end breast cancer, save any media coverage of the Breast Cancer 3-Day. Aside from being a nice addition to your participant's Breast Cancer 3-Day memorabilia, it will show his/her impact on the community.Engage the kids in the cause: Since holding down the fort may include taking care of the kids, you can make this time meaningful by connecting them with the breast cancer cause.

Have them create signs or decorations if they are able to go to a cheering station.

Have them create a welcome home banner.

Give them journals so they can write or draw what they’ve been doing for three days.

Have them plan a welcome home meal or put together a care package with goodies, movies, comfy slippers, etc.

Use this as an opportunity to talk to your kids about community, helping others and making a difference in the world.

Closing CeremonyAfter three days and 60 miles, participants will take a final and incredibly emotional victory walk into the Closing Ceremony. Friends, family and supporters should arrive at the Closing Ceremony site at least one hour early to get the best view of the program. Please allow extra travel time due to expected congestion at the site.

All walkers and crew members should remain in the Participant Holding Area where they will receive a victory shirt, cheer on fellow walkers and crew members and celebrate one last time together before their dramatic victory walk. The Participant Holding area is CLOSED to spectators. If you wish to meet with a participant before the Ceremony begins, please have them meet you at the Closing Ceremony site. All participants must return to the Holding Area no later than 4:00 pm in order to join the victory walk.

Sunday, September 14th Schedule:12:00 pm - 4:00 pm: Walkers arrive at Holding Area3:30 pm: Spectators arrive and should head directly to the stage 4:00 pm: Participants begin lining up for victory walk4:30 pm: Closing Ceremonies begin

Memorial Stadium at the Seattle Center401 5th Ave NSeattle, WA 98109
Driving Directions:FROM I-5: Take the Mercer Street/Seattle Center exit (exit 167). At the first traffic light, turn right onto Fairview. At the next light, turn left onto Broad Street. Turn right onto 5th Avenue. The main entrance to the stadium is located on 5th Ave North. Visit http://www.seattlecenter.com/transportation/directions.asp for a list of alternate directions.

Parking:The Seattle Center offers thousands of parking spaces within a short distance of Memorial Stadium. Please visit this link for a list of parking locations in the area http://www.seattlecenter.com/transportation/parking.asp. You can also find information about bus and monorail options.

Public Transportation:Visit http://tripplanner.metrokc.gov/cgi-bin/itin_page.pl?resptype=U or http://www.soundtransit.org// to see Metro bus schedules that run to and from Memorial Stadium.

After the EventYour participant has participated in two emotional celebrations, a challenging 60-mile journey and a life-changing experience in just three days. Now, it’s time to go back home. Here are some tips on how to help your walker make a smooth transition back to their daily routine.

Have a welcome home meal prepared and make it an evening of rest and relaxation.

Encourage your participant to share the Breast Cancer 3-Day experience.

If you can’t attend the Closing Ceremony, be sure to ask how much money was raised!
Unpack, clean and put away gear.

Share the newspaper articles or news footage that you’ve collected over the weekend.

The following day, give your participant a massage or schedule a day of pampering at a spa.

In the days to come, help your participant write thank you notes.

Print pictures and assemble a scrapbook.

Help your participant plan a reunion party to keep in touch with other walkers.

Get ready to do it all over again! Maybe you’ll be joining the Breast Cancer 3-Day in 2009!


**I have walked 232.5 miles since I began training March 27th for the 60 mile 3day Breast Cancer walk in September '08!**