Join an Open Team Today

Open Teams are the best way for Overnight Walkers to feel connected to the Overnight Event. They are a great way for solo walkers (those walking without a team)  to train, fundraise, or socialize as a group (often in the same area) with a shared experience. These teams are led by team captains that are either alumni walkers or first time walkers just like you. Being part of a team will give you an instant community to be a part of. We have teams that were formed because of a common reason for walking and/or geographical location.

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Why should you join or create an open team? Read more:

The Overnight's Honor Beads

Every year at our Overnight's  Opening Ceremony, we pay tribute to a loved one lost, a personal struggle, and support of the cause with our Honor Beads. Various color honor beads acknowledge your personal connection to the cause, and help you to identify others who may know just how you feel. They come in many colors, and allow participants to have a sense of connection and understanding with those around them. This moving and powerful video of our bead ceremony displays the meaning of each color:

 

Your Overnight Fundraising Resources

 Start your Fundraising Journey Today

Each walker who registers for the Overnight agrees to raise at least $1,000 (or $700 for students and past/present military members) and we are here to help every step of the way so you will not only meet, but far exceed your fundraising goals, and it's easier than you think. Here are just a few of the ways we'll help support you in your fundraising campaign:

#1 Your Walker Coach: We are your resident fundraising experts, here to help you whenever you need some advice or inspiration and we’re always just a call or email away, so if you ever get stuck, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Join us for our Coast-to-Coast Kick Off on Saturday, March 29th

Join us in Philadelphia, PA and Seattle, WA on Saturday, March 29th as we kick off our 2014 Overnight Season

For the first time since 2008, we will be holding two Overnight Walks - one on each coast. To recognize this important step forward, we want to come together on March 29th to kick off the season, from coast to coast. RSVP for one of our Kick Off Events on Saturday, March 29th and learn all you'll need to know about this year's Overnight Walks in Philadelphia and Seattle.

Why should you attend our Kick Off Events? Here are just a few of the benefits to RSVP'ing today:

The Importance of Training

Training for the Overnight is part of the full Overnight Experience

Whether you’re a novice or regularly take part in endurance events, you can complete the Out of the Darkness Overnight route by creating a plan and sticking to it. Taking on 16-18 miles in one night is no easy feat, which is why we want to ensure you feel as prepared as possible before you arrive at the Overnight this June.  Take your first steps towards a successful Overnight season by putting in the time now to ensure you get to experience the Overnight journey to its fullest.  By the time you complete your training, you will not only feel more prepared for your walk, but you’ll be able to truly take in the importance of this entire evening.

To simplify your training process, we’ve created a few options for you to get on track. Here are a few ways we will help you meet your Overnight training goals*: