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4- PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, July 29, 1997 "Scugog's Community Newspaper of Choice" The tradition continues Organizers starting work on Port's Terry Fox Run Scugog Township. 'Net users can plug into the Internet by key- ing in www.terryfoxrun.org 38 for further information. | Whether you're walking, running, roller-blading, cycling or pushing a stroller, there's a route for every- one. One kilometer, 5K and 10K routes are being mapped out, and organiz- ers promise the latter two routes will be 8 roller-blade friendly. RB Volunteers have always been the backbone of the success' of the Terry Fox Run, and orga- nizers want this achievement to continue. When Betty and Roly j Fox, Terry's par- ents, paid a visit to Port Perry two § years ago during their cross-Canada | tour, they said they | believed the success § of their son's ongoing Marathon of Hope $888 was due to the many {8& volunteers who get! By Heather McCrae Port Perry Star The tradition continues: Rain or shine, this year's Terry Fox Fun to raise money for cancer research will be held Sunday, Sept. 14 in Port Perry. The first Terry Fox Run was held in Port Perry in 1982. After an absence of several years it was resurrected and, because of its success, organizers have made it a popular annual community évent once again. Every year it's held on the second Sunday after Labor Day, "I'm not a dreamer... but | believe in miracles, ... | have to." Terry Fox - Oct. 15, 1979 in accordance with Terry Fox's wishes. Last year more than 300 people ran, walked, cycled or roller-bladed in Port's Terry Fox Run, raising $14,170 for cancer research. Although the fig- ures were somewhat below that of the year before, organizers felt the cold, wet weather last year was responsible for the lower turnout of people. This year, though, organizers are hopeful for the best Terry Fox Run, ever. "Our goal is for every citizen in Scugog Township to give 'one dollar," Leo Plue, route co-ordinator says. "If every person gave a dollar, we'd raise involved. 3 $18,000. I'd be really happy with that In previous years ¥@ amount." numerous businesses ¥ The run format will be the same as and individuals have previous years. Participants will meet at the starting site for registration at 8 am. In 1994 the Terry Fox Run started out at Palmer Park, then moved to the fair grounds in 1995 and '96. At press time this year's site had- n't been clarified, but it will be chosen soon, organizers promise. Beginning the first week in August, pledge sheets will be available in stores and businesses throughout contributed money, food § and services at a com- : munity barbecue held SEE after the Run. 3s Organizers are look- ing for similar support again this year. "The manpower for this barbe- cue comes. from the Blackstock ~ Lions Club," Mr. Plue said. "We're ~ thankful they've always been there to . the propane." Mrs. McArthur at 985-0951. ' raised," Mr. Plue said. = endless." Money raised from the Terry Fox Run goes to the National Cancer Institute of Canada (NCIC) and is immediately deposited into the Terry Fox Cancer Research Fund. Terry Fox, who had already lost a leg to cancer, galvanized the country in 1980 with his unforgettable attempt to run across Canada, his goal to raise funds to find a cure for the disease. Canadians daily kept track of his progress, until a reoccurrence of the disease forced him to end his odyssey in Thunder Bay. He had run an amaz- ing 5,564 km (3,339 miles) in 143 days. His image -- that of a young man running determinedly on, jaw set and 1997 TERRY FOX RUN Sept. 14, 1977 eyes fixed on a far-off goal -- has become an instantly recognizable sym- bol of hope and inspiration in the fight against cancer. Since Terry Fox's death on June 28, 1981, a month shy of his 23rd birthday, his dream to find a cure for cancer has been embraced by millions around the globe. On Sept. 14 it's expected more than 1,000 Terry Fox Runs will be held in over 50 countries around the world. In 1996, some 650,000 participants around the world ran or walked to help beat cancer. To get geared up for the event, Terry Fox Foundation clothing can be purchased at the Nutty Chocolatier on Queen St. two weeks before the Run. Navy blue T-shirts for children and adults can be purchased for $10 and $15 each. Denin blue-colored sweatshirts in adult sizes cost $30, but must be pre- paid when ordered. All Terry Fox Foundation clothing is adorned with this year's "One step at a time" logo. supply the great chefs, barbeques and But now organizers- are looking for more community sponsors to help 3 with this year's event. If you can "support. by donating food, refresh- ments or financial contributions towards this barbeque, kindly contact Laura Elliott at 985-2571. It takes about 50 volunteers to make the Terry Fox Run a suc- cess. Many help with regis- tration, counting money, writing out receipts and acting as marshals along = the three different routes. LF But there's always room "for more. "We extend an invitation for other volunteers to join us," said Elizabeth McArthur, Terry Fox Run co-ordinator. For more information on being a volunteer, you can call Organizers are also encouraging different groups to take part in fundraising challenges among themselves. "For instance, we could have busi- nesses or service clubs challenging each other, or have neighbors defy each other for the highest amount "The list is Schools in Scugog Township have always been actively involved in the Terry Fox Run: "Our schools have raised almost $30,000 to date," Mr. € "lue said. "Our kids are learning nore and more about Terry Fox avery year. If this Run is going to f continue, it's these kids who will be - doing it." Mrs. McArthur said there are two points to remember in the mandate ~ of the Terry Fox Run: The first is to raise money for innovative cancer w. research. Secondly, it is essential to gy tell the story of Terry Fox to young "people. "By Terry's example, they can derive inspiration from his courage," she said. RUN Walk Jog" Ry ig pili Terry Fox team off | & running for 1997 Plans for this year's Terry Fox Run in Port Perry are well under way. The fundraiser for cancer research is slated for Sept. 14. Here ~ are Port Perry organizers Elizabeth McArthur (left), Laura Elliott, Leo Plue, Ken Crawford and Kelvin Todd. 'Rain or shine, the run, begun in 1980 by Terry Fox, will continue. £ g + § | i i ----, = Phe---- in A PR---- PT --