Weyburn Fire Fighters are preparing for their two night stay in a campsite on the rooftop of the City Center Mall to raise funds and awareness for local families dealing with neuromuscular disorders.
Five brave souls will be asking for everyone's support as they have set out to raise $10,000. Weyburn Fire Fighters have been supporting Muscular Dystrophy Canada since 1974 and have raised more than $25, 131.
On September 21 at 5:30 p.m., five of Weyburn's Fire fighters will ascend to the rooftop following a kick off barbeque. In will be Saskatchewan Roughrider Brendon Labatte. An autographed Saskatchewan Roughriders jersey will be on auction to help raise funds.
Rooftop activities begin at 11:00 a.m. on September 22, with a Zumba lesson by Tyla and Melissa. Following their exercise, Stephanie Paul will provide them with massages, to prepare them for their annual Fill the Boot drive, which is happening at 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at various locations in Weyburn.
From 4:00 to 4:30 p.m., Brenna Bourassa will lead the rooftop campers in a tae-bo session.
Fire Fighters have been supporters of Muscular Dystrophy Canada since its inception in 1954. Several years ago, Rooftop Campouts were introduced as another way for Fire Fighters to challenge their community to raise awareness and funds for Muscular Dystrophy Canada. Rooftop Campouts have since expanded to various cities across Canada. Rooftop Fire Fighter participants endure inclement weather and whatever else nature throws their way. During the events, Fire Fighters frequently host local celebrities and dignitaries and special events to help get the word out about neuromuscular disorders.
Muscular dystrophy is the name given to a group of over 150 types of neuromuscular disorders characterized by the wasting away and progressive weakness of the voluntary muscles that control voluntary movement. Over time, people with neuromuscular disorders may lose the ability to walk, speak, and ultimately breathe. For some individuals, the disorder is fatal. There is currently no cure.
Support these Fire Fighters during this event by paying them a visit or making a donation at http://muscle.akaraisin.com/weyburncampout2012.
