"I had trained hard and knew that my limbs and determination would carry me up this mountain tomorrow, further away from the hospital, further away from the crippling effects of treatment, further from the mental anguish of the disease . . . I needed to stand on this summit for me, for the team, and for all the people I knew in their hearts that I would . . . I had made a pact with myself and everyone who had come into contact with Expedition Inspiration. I would stand on that summit."
-- Laura Evans
Thank you so much for supporting Team Laura and Expedition Inspiration in our quest to raise money for breast cancer research and finding a cure. This team represents everyone who has fought this disease, continues to fight and those who live on forever in our hearts. Team Laura represents the will to live, to dream and to dare. We climb for a cure!
If you would like a flag to be carried to the summit in honor of or in memory of someone you love, please email Hailey at [email protected] with the name and message. We would be honored to do so!
The funds raised during the climb support the Laura Evans Memorial Breast Cancer Symposium, an invitation-only conference that brings renowned scientists, researchers and physicians from around the world to share unpublished information, analyze breakthroughs, discuss advances in treatment, and recognize hurdles to finding a cure.
The next Symposium will be held March 7 - 11, 2018 in Sun Valley, ID. The Keeping Abreast Open Forum will be open to the community to hear from and engage with this incredible panel of experts on Thursday, March 8, 2018.
Thank you again for your support and encouragement!
Expedition Inspiration's 2017 Climb for a Cure
Expedition Inspiration's 2017 Climb for a Cure
"Climbing, in many respects, is not unlike facing a life-threatening illness. You take every step alone, digging deep, focused on the goal and your own inner strength."
- LAURA EVANS, Expedition Inspiration Founder
Saturday, August 12, 2017
Standhope Peak, Pioneer Mountains
Join Expedition Inspiration for a day of adventure, fun, hope and inspiration as we CLIMB to raise funds for breast cancer research and finding a CURE.
The funds raised by the climbers will support the Laura Evans Memorial Breast Cancer Symposium, an invitation-only conference that brings renowned scientists, researchers and physicians from around the world to share unpublished information, analyze breakthroughs, discuss advances in treatment, and recognize hurdles to finding a cure. The next Symposium will be held March 7 - 11, 2018 in Sun Valley, ID. The Keeping Abreast Open Forum will be open to the community to hear from and engage with this incredible panel of experts on Thursday, March 8, 2018.
Until there's a CURE, there's a CLIMB!
Breast cancer survivor and mountain climber Laura Evans founded the Expedition Inspiration Fund for Breast Cancer Research in 1995 in Ketchum, Idaho. Expedition Inspiration's mission is to raise awareness and money to benefit innovative breast cancer research, public education and patient support. Additionally, through organized and sponsored outdoor endeavors like mountain climbs and hikes, we promote the physical and mental wellbeing of breast cancer survivors. Today breast cancer affects one in every eight American women -- mothers, daughters, sisters, and friends. It is the leading cause of death for women 35-54, and 80% of women with breast cancer have no known risk factors for the disease. There is still no cure, and thus, a need continues for research support, collaboration and funding.