Inaugural Butterfly Effect 5K Run, Walk, and Stroll for Thyroid Cancer Awareness

Lake Tahoe’s Movement of Wings (LTMW) will bring the Incline Village and Lake Tahoe communities together on September 5 from 9-12 p.m. to raise awareness for thyroid cancer. LTMW aims to provide a fun, community-generated event that will provide support and a proactive way to fight this disease, while promoting a healthy lifestyle in one of the most beautiful places to run, Lake Tahoe. Proceeds will be donated to ThyCa.

ThyCa (Thyroid Cancer Survivors’ Association, Inc.) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization of thyroid cancer survivors, family members, and health care professionals. They are dedicated to support, education, and communication for thyroid cancer survivors, their families and friends. ThyCa also sponsors Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month, year-round awareness activities, and thyroid cancer research fundraising and research grants.

The Butterfly Effect 5K Run, Walk and Stroll will not only benefit ThyCa, but aims to inform the community on thyroid cancer, the fastest growing cancer in the United States, and one that can affect people of all ages. The morning will start with a 5K run and walk at 9:00 and 9:05 a.m. respectively, and a slightly shorter “stroll” option starting at 9:10 a.m., for those who want a more moderate option or who may be fighting thyroid cancer but still want to participate.

After the races the Caterpillar Dash, a short race that is free for children 9 and under, will take place on the Village Green, followed by a Mutt Strut doggie dress-up contest and post-race zumba dance party. Awards are at 11 a.m. In addition to scheduled events there will be food trucks, face painting and arts and crafts for the kids, booths representing local businesses and non-profits, and a silent auction with a variety of fabulous items from several favorite local businesses.

Attendees are encouraged to wear wings and colors representing the fight against thyroid cancer (teal, pink and blue). Wings will also be available for a small donation at the event.

For more information, volunteer opportunities or to register online before September 2, please visit butterflyeffect5k.org, or register in person during packet pick-up at the Recreation Center (980 Incline Way, Incline Village, NV 89451) on September 4, between 7 a.m. – 7p.m. Donations large and small are appreciated, and can be accepted online or at the event.