Bedford Hike for Hope - 2023

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Welcome to the Bedford Hike for Hope
04/23/2023

Falling Creek Park
Bedford, VA

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The Bedford Hike for Hope provides an opportunity to enjoy our natural surroundings and acknowledge the ways in which suicide and mental health conditions have affected our lives and the lives of those we love and care about.  We hope you will join us in the beautiful setting of Falling Creek Park for this hope-filled event.

If you're looking for support and/or resources, please visit www.afsp.org/get-help and www.afsp.org/resources.

 

Event Details

Event Details

Date: 04/23/2023
Location: Falling Creek Park (1257 County Farm Rd), Bedford, VA 
Registration: 9:00 am
Event Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

For more information, please contact:
Contact Name: Trish Cerulli 
Contact Phone: 804-382-0396 
Contact Email: bedfordhike@gmail.com

 

  

 

What do I need to know?

Do I have to pre-register in order to attend?

It is not required that you pre-register in order to attend the event, However, pre-registration is HIGHLY ENCOURAGED.  Sign up at afsp.org/bedfordhike.

Anyone over the age of 13 should register. 
 

What should I bring with me? 

Face Mask (if preferred, not required)
Water Bottle with Water
Phone
Your friends!
 

Can I turn in money at the hike?

Yes. We are encouraging everyone to donate online using their smart phone at afsp.org/bedfordhike, but we will still be accepting donations at the event. 
 

Can I buy swag?

You can!  We will have limited swag available for purchase at the event.  We can accept payment via credit card and Cash App.  No cash or checks, please.  If you'd like to purchase any merchandise from our full selection, you are welcome to shop online at afsp.org/store.
 

What happens if it rains?

Our event is rain or shine.
 

Can I bring my dog?

Leashed dogs are welcome at the Hike for Hope.  Please come prepared to clean up after your pet.
 

Are there bathrooms? 

Yes, there will be bathrooms available in the park.

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Ways You Can Help

Volunteer at the Event Event Committee and Day-of Hike volunteers are always needed and we cannot be successful without them!  Send an email to bedfordhike@gmail.com to sign-up today! Thank you!

Fundraise to Help #StopSuicide $150+ - Raise $150 by 04/23/2023 and receive the official 2023 Hike for Hope t-shirt!

Become a Sponsor Sponsoring the Bedford Hike for Hope - 2023 shows your community and employees that your business cares about mental health and preventing suicide. Become a partner to help stop this leading cause of death.

FAQs

Is there a fundraising minimum? No, but we strongly encourage each participant to set a $150 fundraising goal to help support AFSP's work to stop suicide and receive the official hike t-shirt!

Can I bring my dog? Friendly, leashed dogs are welcome at Falling Creek Park.  Please come prepared with water and to pick up after your pet.

Can I register at the Hike? Yes!  You can register in-person at the Hike from the time check-in begins at 9:00 until the opening ceremony for the hike starts at 10:00. Hike donations are accepted until June 30th.

 

Day-of Experience: Resources & Activities

​ On-Site Activities Stop by and visit local mental health organizations in our resource table area!

Honor Beads Honor Beads will be available on-site to show your connection(s) to the cause.

Hope & Healing Share messages of hope and remembrance by signing our memorial banner.

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Register by clicking the button at the top of the page

 

Thank you participants, volunteers, donors, and sponsors for your support! Together, we can save lives and bring hope.