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“Trailing for Tata’s” event set for Oct. 3rd at Lake Anita

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September 10th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

Officials with the Cass County Health System invite you to participate in the 4th Annual Trailing for Tatas event is scheduled for October 3, 2015 at Lake Anita State Park. The four-mile run/walk was organized by Deanna Spry in 2012 after her personal battle with breast cancer.

TrailingforTatas2015smallThe Cass County Health System Foundation is partnering with Deanna Spry and her family in efforts to support women in Southwest Iowa fighting their battle with cancer. Staff from the Cass County Health System Diagnostic Imaging and Physical Therapy departments, along with the CCHS Foundation, will be on site to share information and assist in the cause.

All funds raised will be administered through the CCHS Foundation, with guidance from a local volunteer committee. The funds will be used to assist area residents as they battle cancer with needs not met by personal insurance or American Cancer Society resources.

The walk begins at 11 a.m., with a balloon release at 1 pm. The Cub Scout Pack #61 will be manning the water station, and the Anita Town and Country Club will have a food stand, with proceeds going to the event. Music will be provided by Jesse Swanson of Chaos Production Mobile DJ Service. There’s also an inflatable bounce house and treasure hunt for children.

Registration fees are $20 for adults and $10 for youth ages 6-12. Teams of 10 or more can register for $15 per person. Register before September 19, 2015: Online at www.trailingfortatas.org, or contact Dawn Marnin, CCHS Foundation Director, 712-243-7409 or mardd@casshealth.org.