Be a Fan of Inspiration ...
"When I first started playing two years ago, I wasn't that good," Bowers said. "I am better at the game now because I practice all the time."
Be a Fan of Inclusion ...
Sanders found a new meaning to life when he joined Special Olympics. He said that being a part of this is keeping him off the streets and it's something to look forward to because he made new friends.
Be a Fan of Sport ...
Martinez, who is from Sullivan County and is coached by Melissa Ebeling, believes that the Special Olympics has helped him stay motivated as well keeping positive.
Over the Edge
A once in a lifetime event!
Over the Edge is a unique opportunity for individuals to rappel off a very tall building, while raising much needed funds for the athletes of Special Olympics New York!
Over the Edge Event Day
Here’s our SCHEDULE OF EVENTS for the day – feel free to bring friends and family to watch! There’ll be plenty for them to do!
9:00am - First rappellers to arrive - T-shirts & photos go on sale
10:00am - First rappllers to start coming down
10am-12pm - Mobana to perform
10am-3pm - WGNA’s Kevin Richard’s on site for a Live Remote
11am-1pm - SouthPaw & Rowdy from the Tri-City Valley Cats on site
12pm-2pm - WGNA Donation Request Lunch Hour
2pm-5pm - Frankie’s Theory to perform
5pm-6pm - Mirk and the New Familiars to perform
6:00pm - Event to end – After Party To Be Announced!! Stay tuned!
OTE 2011 booth will be available to sign up for your spot for next year!
Over the Edge Photo Booth
Participants and spectators have the opportunity to purchase a high quality branded 'I Survived' photo going 'Over The Edge' to show friends and family. Photos will be sold at $12 a piece or two for $20.
High Definition Video Footage by Sea-Saw Studios
This unique event will filmed in its entirety by Sea-Saw Studios for a Special Olympics promotional video release.
VIP Reception
All participants are invited to the VIP party immediately after their descent in the Capital Room. Spectators and other guests are welcome to share in this special celebration for a $20 donation per person. Admission includes beer, wine, soda and an appetizer spread. All participants receive free entry into the VIP reception. Friends and family are also invited to view the event from inside the Crowne Plaza at Kelsey’s Pub where there will be food and drink specials available for purchase.
2010 Over the Edge Raffle
Purchase tickets here for a chance to go Over the Edge at 5:50pm on Friday August 20th! Drawing will be held on August 19th at 6pm and the winner will be notified by phone and email. Tickets will be sold up until that time. Get yours today!!!
2010 Over the Edge T-Shirts
IMPORATNT INFORMATION For Rappellers
Last minute “To Do’s:”Attached is a questionnaire… please fill this out and bring it along. We are announcing each rappeller and we’d like to have some fun information to highlight as you make your way down.
Please sign this waiver and bring it along as well.
If you haven’t met you goal yet… you still have time!! Please contact Kaila Horton if you’d like to put the remaining balance on your credit card and reserve your rappel time before the spots are gone!
All donations are tax deductible! We will be able to take cash and checks on the day of but you may have to wait for an open rappel time!