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'The Jog in the Bog is an Adventure Race for novice, intermediate level & experienced athletes alike.'
Why not do it for Tuam Cancer Care?The organisers of Jog in the Bog, which takes place on Saturday, 16th July, in Clooninagh, Tuam, Co. Galway, have invited Tuam Cancer Care to be one of their sponsored charities this year. So if you are participating in any of the races, why not run, walk , kayak or cycle for Tuam Cancer Care. Sponsorship cards are available from the Tuam Cancer Care Centre.
The Races + More There are in fact several races taking place, including the Super 6 (6 stages) and the Super 8(8 stages). These includes stages of cycling, kayaking and running. There is also the Bog Fun Run for the less experienced among us, or for anyone looking for a good day out. If running isn't your thing, there will be plenty happening to keep you entertained all weekend. Throughout the day on Saturday, there will be free children's entertainment, music and a BBQ. And on Saturday night, there will be prize giving, various bands, DJ's, Irish dancers & more at the Bogmans Ball. On Sunday, you can enjoy a range of activities from archery and clay pigeon shooting to jazz music.
Clay Pigeon Shooting in aid of Tuam Cancer Care Clay Pigeon Shooting is taking place between 11am and 1pm on Sunday, July 17th, with all proceeds going to Tuam Cancer Care. So now you have an excuse to shoot! In the afternoon the experts will compete in an Open Clay Pigeon Shoot with €900 in prizes. This Clay Pigeon Shoot is organised by 2008 Gold Cup/Irish Close DTL Champion, Christy Quinn.
For more information on Jog in the Bog go to www.joginthebog.ie. or To register as part of your training regime and race entry on behalf of Tuam Cancer Care Centre (you will receive €15 off the Fun Run registration fee!!!). Follow the link below to register.
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| Open Night for Fundraisers |
Tuam Cancer Care is holding an open night as a THANK YOU for all who have organised, participated or sponsored fundraising events on behalf of the Centre on Friday, 18th November 2011 between 6.00 and 9.00pm. There will be a tour of our Centre and a presentation of our services. Refreshments will be served on the night and all are welcome. |
| Glen Moggan Memorial Cup |
Tuam Cancer Care would like to extend our sincere thanks to Grace Moggan and Tuam Anglers Association who recently raised €220 in the Glen Moggan Memorial Cup Angling Competition. Thanks also to the Rustic Vaults Bar, Tuam for holding the event. |
| Skydive and Parachute Jump |
Tuam Cancer Care would like to extend our sincere thanks to Orla Connaughton, Kilallonty, Tuam who recently undertook a Charity Skydive on behalf of Skydive Ireland which raised €400. If anyone would like to participate in a Charity Skydive on behalf of Tuam Cancer Care contact David Byrnes, Chief Instructor, email: dbyrnes@skydiveireland.ie; www.skydiveireland.ie
A big thanks also to Aishling Dunleavy who is to raise €1650 for a parachute jump which is soon to take place at Galway Airport. We would also like to express our graditude and acknowledge the achievement and efforts of both Aishling and Orla. |
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Jog in the Bog 2011
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