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Against the Tide In Person August 12th on Cape Cod and Virtually – Help Prevent Breast Cancer

August 12, 2023 @ 7:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT

Join Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition (MBCC) in person at DCR’s Nickerson State Park in Brewster, MA, Cape Cod, on Saturday, August 12th for the 24th year of Against the Tide! Register now at mbcc.org/swim.

The morning-only in-person events include 1-mile recreational and competitive swims, a USMS-Sanctioned 1-mile swim, a ½-mile recreational swim, a 3-mile fitness walk, and USATF-Certified 5K and 10K runs.

The USMS Sanction number is #023-W002. Non-USMS members may participate in these swims. Please see complete instructions on the registration site, mbcc.org/swim.

The USATF Certification numbers are 5K #MA15009BK and 10K #MA15010BK.

MBCC will also host an all-summer virtual Against the Tide from June 17th to August 12th. This virtual event includes 1-mile recreational and competitive swims, a ½-mile recreational swim, 5K and 10K runs, and a 3-mile walk. Virtual participants will receive a virtual bib from Second Wind Timing.

In-person participants will receive an event t-shirt, bib, and goodie bag. Prizes will be awarded for the top swim and run finishers of the in-person events. Prizes will also be awarded to the highest fundraising teams and individuals for both the in-person events and the virtual event.

Against the Tide events can be enjoyed by adults and children of all ages and abilities. Register now for one or more events at mbcc.org/swim. The in-person registration fee is $40 per person per event. Virtual registration is $20 per person per event.

Registration for any event, in-person or virtual, will enter you in a drawing for an Old Town Heron 11XT kayak donated by Goose Hummock. One winner from all registrants will be drawn at Against the Tide in Brewster, MA on August 12th at 10AM. Please note that the winner will need to pick up the kayak at Goose Hummock in Orleans, MA. MBCC staff and board members are not eligible for entry in the drawing.

In addition, all who register will be entered into a drawing for a pass to enjoy a Musical Bingo Cruise donated by Hy-Line Cruises. The pass is good for a group of four and can be used to sail from Hyannis or Onset. One winner from all registrants will be drawn at Against the Tide in Brewster, MA on August 12th at 10AM. MBCC staff and board members are not eligible for entry in the drawing.

To learn more about all of the registration options, to join or start a team, and to donate, please visit the MBCC website at mbcc.org/swim or call 508-246-3047.

MBCC is dedicated to preventing environmental causes of breast cancer through community education, research advocacy, and changes to public policy. Please help us to change the legacy of breast cancer for future generations!

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Category: Community | Fundraisers | Charities

1831097

Venue

Worcester
Worcester, MA 01608 United States + Google Map

Details

Date:
August 12, 2023
Time:
7:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT
Cost:
$40.00
Event Category:
Website:
http://go.evvnt.com/1831097-2?pid=10328

Organizer

Mass. Breast Cancer Coalition
Phone
5082463047
Email
info@mbcc.org