Get Ready for the 8th Annual Reindeer Run

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Get Ready for the 8th Annual Reindeer Run, in support of YMCA Northumberland and the Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation

NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY – Put on your long johns and lace up your sneakers. The 8th Annual Reindeer Run—in support of YMCA Northumberland and the Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation—is set for Saturday, November 28th, starting at 9:30 a.m.

Open to runners and walkers of all ages, the Run is a 5 km run or a 3 km walk along the Cobourg waterfront. Proceeds from the event will support YMCA Northumberland’s Strong Kids campaign and the Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation’s Light up a Life campaign.

The Strong Kids Campaign helps pay for more Northumberland families to enjoy the benefits of ‘Y’ membership, more kids to experience summer camp, and more children to receive safe, professional care at YMCA Child Care Centres.

This year’s Light up a Life campaign will help pay for high priority medical equipment for the Northumberland Hills Hospital.

All participants are asked to raise a minimum of $15 in pledges or $30 in pledges per family. Those who donate over $20 will be eligible for a donation receipt. Following the Run, participants are invited to the Dutch Oven for complimentary coffee, hot chocolate, and cookies.

To register for the Run, contact the YMCA at 905-372-0161 or John Russell at 905-372-6811, ext. 3065.You can also register in person on November 28th, between 9:00 and 9:30 a.m., at the Centennial Pool building in Cobourg (located at 145 Charles Street).

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For media inquires, contact:

John Russell
Development Coordinator
Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation
(905) 372-6811, ext. 3065