Sand Mountain Century &
sMiles for Cystic Fibrosis

October 8, 2011
8 a.m.

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In 2010, volunteers led by Marshal Brooks decided to team up to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. With several families in our community affected by the disease, the decision to participate came easy for athletes, individuals and our sponsors.

When a love for bicycle riding paired up with a desire to walk or run to raise money in an effort to educate our community, and to give to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation to help fight the disease, an event was born. This is the second year for the event.

"Sand Mountain Century & sMiles for Cystic Fibrosis"
All proceeds from the Century & Smiles event go to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation in Alabama. Click Here to the visit www.CFF.org web site for Alabama. (read more)
 
Sand Mountain Century & Smiles for Cystic Fibrosis.
Join the Fun starting in beautiful Boaz, Alabama...
This event is held in conjunction with the
Annual Boaz Harvest Festival.

The second annual Sand Mountain Century & Smiles for Cystic Fibrosis event will take place on Saturday, October 8, 2011 in Boaz, Alabama. Both the run/walk and the bike ride will begin at 8:00 am.
 
  • The bike ride will begin at Plunkett Wallace Gymnasium on Snead State Community College campus and will provide an opportunity to ride 25 miles, 62 miles, or 100 miles. The route will twist and turn as it makes its way around the Sand Mountain area, and riders will find a picturesque view as they travel the mountains and valleys, as well as Lake Guntersville.
 
  • The 5k Walk/ Fun Run will also begin at Plunkett Wallace Gymnasium on Snead State Community College campus and will weave throughout the college campus, providing a scenic route in a quant neighborhood setting.
 

The City of Boaz, the Boaz Area Chamber of Commerce, multiple sponsors, and volunteers are working together to make the Century & Smiles event "Successful for all." The City of Boaz, Alabama is proud to host this event which will be part of the Annual Harvest Day Celebration. This will be the 47th year of the Harvest Festival, and the community pride and civic spirit that has prevaled all these years will extend to the Sand Mountain Century & Smiles for Cystic Fibrosis event.

Boaz also has great shopping opportunities - ShopBoaz.com. You will find a Sale in Boaz...

Online information here includes:
 

What Is Cystic Fibrosis?

Cystic fibrosis is an inherited chronic disease that affects the lungs and digestive system of about 30,000 children and adults in the United States (70,000 worldwide). A defective gene and its protein product cause the body to produce unusually thick, sticky mucus that:

  • Clogs the lungs and leads to life-threatening lung infections; and
  • Obstructs the pancreas and stops natural enzymes from helping the body break down and absorb food.

In the 1950s, few children with cystic fibrosis lived to attend elementary school. Today, advances in research and medical treatments have further enhanced and extended life for children and adults with CF. Many people with the disease can now expect to live into their 30s, 40s and beyond.

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Since 1955, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has been the driving force behind the pursuit of a cure. Thanks to the dedication and financial backing of our supporters--patients, families and friends, clinicians, researchers, volunteers, individual donors, corporations and staff, we are making a difference.

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