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18th Parkinson’s Unity Walk (PUW)
Saturday, April 28, 2012 (Rain or Shine)

100% of donations go directly to Parkinson’s disease research

Join us for a gentle 1.4 mile walk in Central Park. Visit informational booths along Margot Zobel Way which will include Ask the Doctor, representatives from our sponsors, and seven major US Parkinson’s foundations.

Walking is optional. Stay and enjoy the day’s activities!

LOCATION

72nd Street Bandshell, Central Park, New York. Use 72nd Street Park entrance on Fifth Avenue or Central Park West.

REGISTRATION OPEN:      8:30 am to 1:00 pm
BOOTHS OPEN:                   9:00 am to 2:00 pm
WALK KICK-OFF:                 9:45 am
WALK BEGINS:                   10:00 am
REGISTRATION


While there is no registration fee, we encourage all walkers to raise funds on behalf of the Walk. Remember, 100% of all donations go to research.

Go to the Registration booth only if you need to do any of the following: 

  • Pick up your Unity Walk T-shirt (if eligible).
  • Walkers who donate or fundraise $75 by the day of the Walk and are present at the Walk will receive a T-shirt (for a team, average raised per team member is taken into account).
  • Turn in your donations.
  • Register for the Walk (if you have not done so online or by mail).
Any of our Registrars can help you on the day of the Walk. Go to any seated Registrar; there are no special lines; make only one stop to pick up shirts and turn in donations. All walkers are registered as individuals, even if they are part of a team -- there is only one envelope per walker so you will be sure to get credit as the fundraiser. We recommend that you allow extra time to go through Registration.
2012 PUW DEADLINES

Team Registration Deadline:  April 27, 2012
(Team registrations will not be accepted on the day of the Walk.)

Deadline to Give and Turn in Donations:  May 28, 2012. All donations received by May 28, 2012 will be credited to the 2012 Walk.
(Donations where all information is complete and legible will be acknowledged by July, 2012.)
IMPORTANT LINKS
 
  • Map of Margot Zobel Way - Check back for details
  • Day of Event Timeline - Check back for details
ACCESSIBILITY


Entire Walk route is wheelchair accessible. We do not provide wheelchairs.  Click here for rentals.

Golf Carts are available to pick up walkers who require assistance. Look for waiting areas for Golf Carts if you require transportation.

 
SOME HELPFUL TIPS
  • Light snacks and drinks will be provided. Pack a heavier lunch and extra drinks based on your needs.
  • Each participant will receive a tote bag to hold information from our sponsors. If you think you’ll need it, bring a backpack to hold extra items while you walk. PUW Staff can not hold personal belongings while participants walk.
  • Use the Team Meeting Area if you are looking for a place to meet your group.
  • Make a sign in memory or honor of a friend or loved one at the Make-a-Sign Area.