Creeper Trail Ride to End Cancer/Penny F. Garrett Foundation

08/09/2026

💚 What an incredible C-TREC weekend! 💚

From the miles ridden and run to the hugs, laughter, tears, and stories shared, C-TREC 2026 was a weekend we’ll never forget.

This highlights video captures just a glimpse of what makes this event so special—the people. To our participants, cancer survivors, donors, team captains, volunteers, sponsors, friends, and families: THANK YOU for showing up, giving generously, and believing in our mission.

Together, we raised an incredible $121,419 for rare cancer research, surpassing our $100,000 goal!

We hope you’ll take a few minutes to watch, celebrate what YOU helped make possible, and share the video with your friends and family.
Until next year…keep riding, running, remembering, celebrating, and believing in hope. 💚🎗️

Thank you for being part of the C-TREC family.

07/26/2026

💚 What a weekend. What a community. 💚

From the opening celebration to the final finish line, the 17th Annual Creeper Trail Ride to End Cancer was filled with hope, inspiration, and unforgettable moments.

These photos capture just a few of the smiles, stories, and memories that made this weekend so special.

Thank you to everyone who rode, ran, volunteered, donated, sponsored, celebrated our survivors, and honored loved ones. Together, you helped make a lasting impact in the fight against rare cancers.

Enjoy a few of our favorite moments—we're already looking forward to next year! 💚

07/25/2026

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07/25/2026

🎉 Together, We Did More Than We Ever Imagined! 🎉

When we set our goal of raising $100,000 for rare cancer research, we knew it would take an incredible community to get there.

Because of YOU, we didn't just reach our goal—we surpassed it.
💚 Together, we raised an amazing $121,419! 💚

To every rider, runner, donor, Team Captain, volunteer, sponsor, cancer survivor, physician, researcher, and supporter—thank you.

Your generosity, dedication, and belief in our mission made the 17th Annual Creeper Trail Ride to End Cancer our most successful event yet.

Every mile ridden, every dollar donated, every hour volunteered, and every story shared brings us closer to better treatments and new hope for families facing rare cancers.

This achievement belongs to all of you.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for honoring loved ones, celebrating survivors, supporting groundbreaking research, and proving once again what a compassionate community can accomplish when we come together.

$121,419 raised. Countless lives impacted. Endless hope.

We can't wait to see you next year, July 31st, 2027.

💚 With gratitude,�The Penny F. Garrett Sarcoma Foundation

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07/25/2026

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07/25/2026

SATURDAY SCHEDULE:
Laurel Creek Park, 147 W. Imboden St.

TEAM REGISTRATION, 7:30a.m., Laurel Creek Park
Teams will register, turn in donations, receive a schedule of events and event t-shirts.

CANCER SURVIVOR TENT & CAFÉ OPENS, 8 a.m., Laurel Creek Park
Cancer Survivors are invited to attend a breakfast and recognition during Opening Ceremonies. Each survivor
will also receive a special Swag Bag and Survivor T-Shirt.

5K RACE, 8 a.m., Laurel Creek Park
For more information, visit www.ctrec.org
additional cost

OPENING CEREMONIES, 8:30 a.m., Laurel Creek Park
Cancer Survivor Celebration, DJ, Team Recognition, Awards for Teams who raise the most money, and more!

• CELEBRATION OF LIFE, 8:45 a.m.
• CANCER SURVIVOR RECOGNITION & CELEBRATION, 9:15 a.m.
• RECOGNITION OF TOP 5 FUNDRAISING TEAMS, 9:20 a.m.
• CHECK PRESENTATION, 9:25 a.m.

C-TREC WALK, 10 a.m. (free)
5K Walk on the VA Creeper Trail for those who do not wish to ride bikes.

BIKE SHUTTLES DEPART, 10:30a.m.
Immediately following the Ceremony, participants will go to their bike shops for the 10:30 a.m. shuttle.

The Creeper Trail Ride to End Cancer is a Non-profit Event raising much needed funding for rare cancer research. The money raised goes towards the Penny F Garrett Sarcoma Foundation which donates 100% of proceeds to MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX.

07/25/2026

It is not too late to run the 5K this morning for a great cause! Registration begins at 7am and race starts at 8am!

07/25/2026

💚 Honoring Strength. Celebrating Hope. 🦋

One of the most meaningful moments of the 17th Annual Creeper Trail Ride to End Cancer is our Cancer Survivor Celebration.

If you are a cancer survivor, we would be honored to celebrate you.

Join us on Saturday, July 25 at 8:30 AM at Laurel Creek Park in Damascus, Virginia, where we'll recognize the incredible courage, resilience, and hope of those who have faced cancer. Whether you're participating in the ride or simply joining us for the celebration, we would love to have you with us.

🦋 Cancer Survivor Celebration
📅 Saturday, July 25
🕣 8:30 AM
📍 Laurel Creek Park
127 West Imboden Street
Damascus, VA

Please help us spread the word by sharing this invitation with the cancer survivors in your life. Together, we'll celebrate every survivor, remember those we've lost, and continue our mission to fund rare cancer research through the Penny F. Garrett Sarcoma Foundation.

Learn more at www.ctrec.org

07/25/2026

A heartfelt THANK YOU to our incredible 2026 corporate sponsors! 💙

We are truly grateful to have businesses that believe in giving back and investing in a cause that matters. Thank you for standing with us in the fight against rare cancers.

Garrett Funeral Home
Food City
The Virginian Golf Club
New River Electrical Corp
Brown Dental Associates, PC
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services/Jones Property Group
Jones Road & Bridges
Fisher Hollow Veterinary Clinic
Liberty Hall Masonic Lodge #104

Trailhead Designs
Adventure Damascus and Sundog Outfitters
Creeper Trail Bike Rentals
Shuttle Shack
The Bike Station
Damascus Old Mill Inn
Blue Blaze

Media Sponsors:
FM94
102.5 WOLD
Bristol Herald Courier
News Channel 11
WCYB Channel 5
Rails to Trails Conservancy