Biking for Brittany & Walk of Love
Biking for Brittany & Walk of Love
Join Brittany’s Hope as we combine our most anticipated events, Biking for Brittany & the Walk of Love on Sunday, September 10, 2023, to engage our energized community and to celebrate adoption. 100% of your ride dollars go directly toward the adoption of children with special needs!
Cyclists embark on a metric century (62 miles) or metric half-century (34 miles) route from the Historic Star Barn Village, along the beautiful waterfronts, and through the rolling hills and picturesque landscape of Elizabethtown, Hershey, and surrounding counties. Biking for Brittany is not timed so you can enjoy the ride the way you want to ride! From e-bikes to race bikes, all are welcome!
At the Star Barn Village, we will be hosting our annual Walk of Love (1 mile) and new this year, a Kids’ Fun Run (1 mile). Please join us as we Celebrate Adoption with Steven Courtney and the Suitcase Musicians and advocate for those who still wait. The day will be filled with an array of family-friendly fun activities for families, refreshments from food trucks, free ice cream, and amazing prizes for the winners of the Fun Run and top Fundraisers!
If you’re unable to join us on September 10th, there are ways you can still provide support. Join the ride and/or walk virtually, support the ride and walk by fundraising, or make a donation to a cyclist or walker. 100% of ALL funds raised will unite even more families through our programs at Brittany’s Hope.
Why Ride With Us?
Scenic Course – This course offers breathtaking views of tranquil Elizabethtown and Hershey, as well as plenty of shade as you cycle!
Help Children In Need – Make an immediate impact on orphaned and at-risk children: provide for their needs, prevent family separation, and assist children with special needs to prosper in loving families (learn more). Brittany’s Hope is honored to say that 100% of our donations go directly to aiding orphaned children in Kenya, Viet Nam, and Ethiopia and to providing international adoption grants to children waiting for their forever families.
Personal Accomplishment – Biking 100/50 kilometers is a tremendous physical, mental, and emotional achievement!
Why Walk With Us?
For 18 years, the Walk of Love has brought families and the community together to celebrate the Joy of Adoption. The One-Mile Walk has expanded to where Brittany’s Hope’s community is able to share the message that ‘every child deserves to know the love of a family‘ even further. Not only will Brittany’s Hope be celebrating the families whose lives have been touched by adoption, but together, we will be raising funds to unite even more families through our programs at Brittany’s Hope. 100% of our donations will go directly towards our the children in our adoption and humanitarian programs.
Brittany’s Hope is a 501c(3) organization committed to recognizing the fundamental rights of all children. We empower families and communities to make real and lasting change in the lives of orphaned and at-risk children through international special needs adoption grants and humanitarian initiatives.
100% of proceeds from our Biking for Brittany & Walk of Love event goes directly into our programs.
Steven Courtney and The Suitcase Musicians
Get ready for an unforgettable experience as the renowned Steven Courtney and The Suitcase Musicians make their way to Biking for Brittany and Walk of Love! With over 6,000 exhilarating children’s concerts under their belt, this dynamic musical ensemble is ready to spread joy and laughter to kids of all ages. They’ve even graced the screens of Sesame Street and performed on Kids Cookie Break, captivating young hearts with their incredible performances. As one of the most dedicated artists in the realm of Children’s Music and Family Entertainment, Steven Courtney’s songs are a delightful blend of creativity and inspiration, encouraging imagination and positive social behavior. Let’s celebrate the Miracle of Adoption and the Blessings of Joy and Love together!
Schedule of Events
6:45 AM – Check-In/Registration for Metric Century
7:45 AM – Registration for Metric Half-Century
10:30 AM -12:00 NOON – Check-In/Registration for Walk of Love
10:30 AM – 3:30 PM – Family Activities & Food Trucks
12:15 PM – Kick-off Rally for Walk of Love
1:15 PM – Awards & Raffle, and Adoption Celebration with Steven Courtney & the Suitcase Musicians
3:00 PM – Rest Stops Closed
3:30 PM – All Bike Riders Complete Courses
Venue Generously Donated By Stone Gables Estate
Fun Family Activities
Kid Fun Run with Prizes (Age 13 & Under)
Adoption Celebration Walk (For All)
Face Painting
Raffle Items
Food Trucks
Kids Games with Prizes
Adoption Celebration with Steven Courtney & the Suitcase Musicians
Self-Guided Tour of the Historic Star Barn Property
Walk of Love & Kid Fun Run
Join us to CELEBRATE Adoption with Steven Courtney and The Suitcase Musicians…Celebrate the futures redefined…the lives that will never be the same.
Adoptees will wave the flags of their native countries on Sunday, September 10th as we HONOR their cultures in a One-Mile Walk! Best of all, as we look back, we will look ahead with excitement and awe to their futures.
Want to run!? Start training!! Kids up to 13 years old can test their speed as they lead the way in a One-Mile Run! Great prizes for the top boy and girl finisher, as well as free ice cream, in each age group:
. .4 and under
. .5-7
. .8-10
. .11-13
The event will be hand-timed by racing veterans
Price of admission for an Adult is $15
Price of admission for an Child is $10
Metric Century – 62 Miles
The Metric Century (62 Miles) will begin at the Historic Star Barn Village with a rolling start from 7:00 AM-8:00 AM.
NEW, this year, riders will cycle along sections of the picturesque Northwest Lancaster County River Trail on a beautiful asphalt paved path, beside the gently flowing Susquehanna River. Riders will enjoy the rolling hills and pastoral landscape of western Lancaster County and venture into the quaint Borough of Marietta and onto the Northwest County River Trail heading North. Riders will cycle past remnants of by-gone canal locks, before navigating under the brick-arched Shocks Mill Bridge where the river flows almost within arms’ reach, and by the breathtaking views of the White Cliffs of Conoy, as they continue towards the Borough of Middletown, Hershey’s West End, and Campbelltown.
Each town will have awesome volunteers waiting at well-stocked rest stops and clean restroom facilities. A bike mechanic will be available at Flanagan Park (Marietta) and South Londonderry Township Building (Campbelltown) rest stops. All riders should plan to return to the Star Barn by 3:00 PM, when ALL Rest Stops will be closed.
Early Bird price is $45 until June 1st, then prices will increase to $55.
Take on a goal even more challenging than the course, by sharing your journey with your own personal networks to amplify your support for orphaned and at-risk children. Of course, we all care about special needs children who have been abandoned. Biking for Brittany provides a way for you to personally make a difference, while riding with others who share your passion. Remember, 100% of every dollar goes directly to support the kids.
Metric Half-Century – 34 Miles
The Metric Half-Century will begin at the Historic Star Barn Village with a rolling start from 8:00-9:00 AM.
NEW this year, riders will cycle along sections of the picturesque Northwest Lancaster County River Trail on a beautiful asphalt paved path, beside the gently flowing Susquehanna River. Riders will enjoy the rolling hills and pastoral landscape of western Lancaster County. They will venture into Bainbridge and join the Northwest River Trail heading South, enjoying breathtaking views of the White Cliffs of Conoy, navigating under the brick arched Shocks Mill Bridge where the river flows almost within arms’ reach, and past remnants of by-gone canal locks, before heading into the quaint Borough of Marietta toward Mount Joy.
Each town will have awesome volunteers waiting for you at our well-stocked rest stops along with clean restroom facilities. A bike mechanic will be available at the Flanagan Park (Marietta) rest stop. All riders should plan to return to the Star Barn by 3:00 PM, when ALL Rest Stops will be closed.
Early Bird price is $45 until June 1st, then prices will increase to $55.
Take on a goal even more challenging than the course, by sharing your journey with your own personal networks to amplify your support for orphaned and at-risk children. Of course, we all care about special needs children who have been abandoned. Biking for Brittany provides a way for you to personally make a difference, while riding with others who share your passion. Remember, 100% of every dollar goes directly to support the kids.
The Metric Century and Half Century Routes
Metric Century
Metric Half-Century
Go The Extra Mile!
Make your mile go even further! When you walk you may also register here to raise additional funds to unite children with special needs with their forever families. We make it easy for you to share your walk out to your network. You’ll make an even greater impact when they learn about Brittany’s Hope and donate to your cause. In the spirit of friendly competition, we are awarding prizes to top fundraisers at the event.
Walk-on Registration will begin at 6:30 AM ( for Biking for Brittany)
& 10:30 AM (for Walk of Love) on Sunday, September 10, 2023, at the Star Barn.
Important Event Information
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General Info
Entrance and Parking: Please enter at 1160 North Market Street, Elizabethtown, PA 17022 (Into the Brittany’s Hope Parking Lot). Please follow the appropriate signs to park your vehicle. We ask that each attendee check in at registration immediately after parking. For the safety of all our participants, we ask that caution be exercised throughout the event.
*Please be cautious at the entrance as deer and riders will be on the road*
Food Trucks: Relax after the ride with food to purchase from the Gourment Julie’s Way and Auntie Anne’s Soft Pretzels.
Reminders: Our Ride is a rain or shine event. In case of severe weather conditions, check our Facebook page or call us at 717.367.9614 for our event status. Be sure to tag us in your pictures at @brittanyshope.
Metric Century
Ride Day: Sunday, September 10th – Rolling start from 7 AM – 8 AM.
Registration: Opens at 6:45 AM. There will be on-site registration, so your friends, families, or colleagues are welcome to join you on the day of the event.
Course Route and Cue Sheet: Cue sheets and a GPS course map are here. The 63-mile route will follow the WHITE markings and directional signs. Most course marking will be on the road, however, in some townships, the marking will be on poles. Cue sheets will also be available at registration. The route will also be clearly marked for the biker’s ease. Please be sure to check the cue sheets AND GPS map here the night before the event for the most up-to-date information.
Rest Stops: Rest stops will be located at Flanagan Park, Koser Park, Hoffer Park (Middletown), and South Londonderry Township Building. Please utilize these stops to hydrate, refuel, and rest as needed. Bathrooms will be on-site at all rest stops. The last Rest Stop will close at 3:00 PM, please plan your start time accordingly.
Half-Century
Ride Day: Sunday, September 10th – Rolling start from 8 AM – 9 AM.
Registration: Opens at 7:45 AM. There will be on-site registration, so your friends, families, or colleagues are welcome to join you on the day of the event.
Course Route and Cue Sheet: Cue sheets and a GPS course map are here. The 34-mile route will follow the ORANGE markings and directional signs. Most course marking will be on the road, however, in some townships, the marking will be on poles. Cue sheets will also be available at registration. The route will also be clearly marked for the biker’s ease. Please be sure to check the cue sheets AND GPS map here the night before the event for the most up-to-date information.
Rest Stops: Rest stops will be located at Koser Park, Flanagan Park, and 1610 Landis Road, Mount Joy. Please utilize these stops to hydrate, refuel, and rest as needed. Bathrooms will be on-site at all rest stops. The last Rest Stop will close at 3:00 PM, please plan your start time accordingly.
Walk of Love
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Thank You To Our Generous Corporate Sponsors!
Presenting Sponsor
Premier Sponsor
Platinum Sponsor
Gold Sponsor
Silver Sponsor
Bronze Sponsor
2023 Biking for Brittany & Walk of Love Chair
Molly Stager
Biking for Brittany & Walk of Love Committee Members
Jamie Clinton
Michael Floyd
Michelle Hess
Larry Hess
Carrie McCullough
Pam Reifinger
Rob Sonner
Bob Turner
Dana Myers
Mai-Lynn Sahd
Go Above & Beyond and Fundraise!
Be a Top Fundraiser & earn a prize!
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Refund Policy
Brittany’s Hope may offer, from time to time, tickets for fundraising events where a percentage of the event donation will help support our mission. In such cases, when we receive your event donation, we believe it was your full intention to support our efforts to meet the needs of orphaned and at-risk children. Because Brittany’s Hope works quickly to put 100% of the donations received to immediate use, we do not offer refunds on any donations or any donations made for events, including tickets/registrations.
In cases where events are canceled or postponed due to external circumstances, Brittany’s Hope reserves the right to offer transfers of sponsorships to other events where they see fit. They also reserve the right to offer other opportunities to both ticket and sponsorship holders.
Questions about this policy or a canceled event can be sent to info@brittanyshope.org.