The Grand Paddle & Hike 2023!

*** To make a donation, choose a team and help the team reach its fundraising goal! You can also make a general donation to support all of the participants. Or create/join a team and donate to it! Scroll down for all the details!***

THE GRAND PADDLE & HIKE FUNDRAISER!  May 12-14, 2023

The Grand Paddle & Hike is Silver Lake's only annual fundraiser. As a non-profit organization, our camp depends on fundraisers and donors to thrive! Donations keep camp fees more affordable for families, help Silver Lake invest in all that is needed to create a summer of fun, and make planning for the future possible.

This year's event will follow a similar format to last year. Teams can choose their own activity (walk/hike/bike/paddle) and participate when it suits best that weekend, or join scheduled group paddles/hikes in the KW region. We know the spirit and generosity of the Silver Lake community will shine as it has in the past!

HOW TO PARTICIPATE IN THE GRAND PADDLE & HIKE:

• SET UP YOUR FUNDRAISING PAGE: Register by clicking on "Create a Team"! Whether it’s just you or your whole family, create a “team name” that your supporters will recognize. Add a photo to personalize your page! TIP: If you are registering your family, use your Team Name for your Personal Page Name as well. (** Participants will receive a Paddle & Hike souvenir flag – one per team while supplies last! See pic below.)

• COLLECT DONATIONS ONLINE: Send the link for your fundraising page to family and friends and ask them to support you as you raise funds for Silver Lake. There are preset goals for the teams, but just do your very best with the fundraising. It’s amazing to see how generous people are when they know how special Silver Lake is to you!

• HIKE/WALK/RUN/BIKE/PADDLE: On the weekend of May 12-14, get outside for some exercise and fresh air in your own neighbourhood or community. Or join a group walk at one of these locations.

• SHARE: Please take photos of yourself or family (with the pennant flag!) participating in this fundraiser and send to fun@slmc.ca. Watch for team/participant photos to be posted on Facebook and Instagram!

We can be reached at fun@slmc.ca for any further inquiries or if you need help to set up your fundraising page.