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About
Relay For Life
Basics - When, Where,
How
When:
From 4pm Saturday
22nd November to 10am Sunday 23rd November, 2008.
Where:
Newport Athletics
Track, Newport (next to the power station).
How:
Get involved with
your own team or volunteer (read here)
or just make a donation.
More Info:
Download our Info Pack which explains it a bit more.
Click here
(pdf file)
Before the Main Event
In the lead-up to
Relay For Life, teams fundraise so that most of the money is banked before
the event begins. Upon arrival, teams don their Relay For Life T-shirts.
They are equipped with tents, BBQs, eskies full of food and, of course,
running/walking shoes. As the time of the Survivors' Walk draws near,
people unite in the challenge of the event.
Walk or Run
There are no rules about how fast your baton should move around the
track, just keep it moving!
Most teams elect to
walk, with each team member choosing how often, for how long and at what
pace. It is common to walk in 30 to 60-minute shifts. Many find it more
enjoyable to walk in pairs.
Some teams,
particularly athletic clubs, enjoy the challenge of running the event.
Running teams are advised to prepare carefully, and consider the fitness
of every team member, the scheduling of running and rest, and appropriate
food, drinks and shade.
Ceremonies
Opening
ceremony
With all tents pitched, batons at the ready and runners and walkers
standing by, the Opening Ceremony sets the tone for the event. As the
Relay For Life Oath is read, the faces of the participants tell a story: a
personal story of challenge, strength and hope that will drive them
through the hours and laps that lie ahead. As the countdown finishes, the
Relay begins with the first lap: the Survivors' Walk.
Candlelight ceremony
 This is the defining element of Relay For Life. It is a time to
remember those lost to cancer and to show support for those living with
cancer. The candle tribute bags line the track inscribed with personal
messages of love and support, and as they burn throughout the night, they
guide and inspire tired bodies to keep on going.
Closing ceremony
The final lap at each Relay For Life captures the sense of camaraderie
of the participants by enabling all team members to walk together and
reflect on their achievement. Presentations are made to special
contributors to the fundraising tally and on the track, with the knowledge
that it is the spirit of an entire community that has the power to make a
difference.
Entertainment
Many performers
generously donate their services to Relay For Life, including bands, dance
groups, games, activities and more. We’re working hard to compile an
exciting mix of entertainment to keep up motivation levels into the night.
Camp Out
All or part of your team may choose to camp overnight, and/or use
their allocated camping space as a meeting place. Ideally at least six
people from a team stay for the night shift, with fresh team members
arriving first thing in the morning. Campsites are not powered. It is
advisable to bring warm sleeping bags, rugs, deck chairs and torches.
Have a Team Theme
Teams are encouraged to develop a team theme, team baton, team banner
and to decorate their campsite. We recommend appointing a 'Theme Master'
for each team. This team member is in charge of choosing a theme, ensuring
all team members are in costume and theming the campsite.
Go for Prizes
At most Relays awards are given for:
o Highest team fundraiser
o Highest individual fundraiser
The highest national recorded fundraising team was at Moonee Valley in
2005 that raised over $53,000. The highest individual fundraiser, from
Geelong, raised $13,000 in 2003. An amazing effort!
We will also have some other spot prizes, like:
o Best dressed team
o Best decorated team tent site
o Most laps by an individual
o Most laps by a team |
