New Orleans Terry Fox Run

The Terry Fox Run is a non-competitive, inclusive run/walk bringing people together in pursuit of Terry's dream of a world without cancer. This fun run/walk follows a scenic Mississippi River course — starting outside Vue Orleans, passing Audubon Aquarium and the riverfront, continuing through the French Market District via the Moonwalk to Crescent Park, and looping back. Walk, run, skate, or roll alongside colleagues, friends, and members of the community—and feel free to bring your furry friends along too! Registration: Register online in advance by clicking on the link http://mskcc.convio.net/goto/Terry-Fox-New-Orleans-2026. You can also register on-site on the run day. There is no registration fee to participate - participants are encouraged to donate what they can/wish and/or are encouraged to fundraise. T-shirts will be available for purchase on site. All funds raised support innovative cancer research at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center About Terry: Terry Fox was just 18 when he was diagnosed with osteogenic sarcoma and had his right leg amputated six inches above the knee (1977). Three years later, on April 12, 1980, Terry set off to run across Canada to raise money for cancer research. Terry ran for 143 days, running a total of 3339 miles before having to stop, as cancer returned, this time in his lungs. While Terry sadly passed away the following June, his legacy was just beginning. To date, over $US650 million has been raised worldwide for cancer research in Terry's name through the annual Terry Fox Run, held around the world. To learn more about Terry and his Marathon of Hope, please watch one of the short videos below! https://youtube.com/watch?v=xjgTlCTluPA https://youtube.com/watch?v=f1QOtPDAAeY https://youtube.com/watch?v=M4lp8G0a5XY