What to Expect on Walk Day
SCHEDULE
10:00 AM EVENT OPENS
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Same day registration available. Everyone must register online and agree to the waiver
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Go to the Check-in Table
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Go to the T-Shirt Tent, if you raised $50 to qualify
WHAT TO EXPECT
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A selfie or team photo at the Akron Children’s Photo Booth
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Free Sensory Bag at Akron Children's Health Corridor
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Safety Zone powered by FirstEnergy has FREE safety decals
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Games sponsored by REM Ohio
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A peak inside the Canton police car
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Photos with mascots
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FREE frozen treats at the Huntington Bank Treat Truck
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Get lots of information from 15+ exhibitors at the Resource Fair
HELP US HELP THE Akron-Canton FOODBANK
The Akron/Canton Food Bank will operate with considerably less funds and possibly as much as 4.5 tons less food this year! ASGA and REM Ohio are proud to support the Akron/Canton Food Bank by hosting a food drive at this year’s Step Into Autism events.
Food donations will be accepted at the REM Ohio vendor tent, with the first 100 contributions of 2 or more food items receiving a free gift bag.
Suggested Items
Canned Soup/Stew • Canned Vegetables • Macaroni & Cheese • Peanut Butter • Canned Tuna • Boxed Cereal
10:25 AM WELCOME
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Sponsor and Team Recognition
10:45 AM LINE UP
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Walkers begin to line up at the Balloon Arch
11:00 AM START Walk Begins!
11:30 AM FINISH
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Walkers return to Pavilion Area
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Visit Resource Fair, Treat Truck, Police, Health/Safety Zone, Game Zone
12:00 PM END - Thank You!
SAFETY
Please help us keep the grounds of the McKinley Memorial and our event safe. If you see or hear something concerning, please call 9-1-1 and notify staff at the ASGA table.
FIRST AID
A First-Aid kit will be available at the ASGA tent. If you have a medical need, please find a volunteer in a yellow vest or burgundy polo shirt.
If you have an emergency that requires EMS, please call 9-1-1.
WEATHER AND HYDRATION
Be sure to stay hydrated. Please feel free to bring your own beverages and snacks. Please plan for any type of weather.
QUESTIONS ON WALK DAY?
Look for our volunteers in yellow vests, staff in burgundy ASGA shirts or visit the ASGA tent.
