WHAT IS IT ALL ABOUT?

 

Heather Douglas will challenge herself to complete an Ironman triathlon to raise funds for United Way Windsor-Essex County. An Ironman triathlon consists of a 2.4 mile swim, a 112 mile bike and a 26.2 mile run, raced in that order and without a break. Heather will be participating in the Ironman Lake Placid Race, July 22, 2012.  

 

WHY IS SHE DOING THIS?

 

All funds raised will go to youth mentoring programs through United Way. Youth Mentoring programs work with at-risk youth, ages 6-16, throughout our region to enhance their ability to develop social competencies, self-esteem, positive decision-making and problem solving skills. Heather has been a youth mentor for 5 years. Currently she is matched with 8 year old Paige, her little sister through Big Brothers Big Sisters. They both see first hand the impact their relationship has had on each other. Heather's fundraising goal is $14,000. All proceeds will support youth mentoring through United Way.

 

HOW CAN YOU HELP?

 

Make a donation to the event online by  clicking here.

Sign up to fundraise in support of the event online by clicking here or in person by clicking here.

 

A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU TO THE KEY MILE SPONSORS

 

Mile 1 | First Mile of the Race

Sponsored by Loaring Physiotherapy and Health Centre

 

Mile 3 | First Mile on the Bike

Sponsored by Bicycle World

 

Mile 70 | Half Way Point of the Race

Sponsored by Chapman Gordon Gardin Stewart LLP

Mile 115 | First Mile of the Run

Sponsored by Radovich Chiropractic

 

Mile 135 | 20 Miles into the Run a.k.a. "The Wall"

Sponosored byAM800 CKLW

 

Mile 139 | Last Mile of the Race

Sponsored by Running Factory and New Balance Windsor