Registration is now open for the 10th annual Hike for Hospice in Chatham, presented by title sponsor Battery Boy.
The milestone event will take place Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Mud Creek Trail, as Chatham-Kent Hospice marks 10 years of providing residential hospice care at no cost to individuals and families in the community.
Organizers say this year’s hike carries special meaning as it celebrates a decade of compassionate end-of-life care while raising funds to ensure that support continues for years to come. The goal for 2026 is to raise $160,000, with all funds remaining in Chatham-Kent to support local families.
Participants are encouraged to collect and track pledges in advance of the event using an online system or paper forms.
Pre-hike activities will begin at noon on May 3 and will include live music, memorial activities, lawn games and children’s activities. Following announcements, participants will head out on the trail at 2 p.m.
“We invite people of all abilities to sign up, collect pledges and enjoy time together as a family,” said Rebecca Smyth, Chatham-Kent Hospice Foundation Board Member. “As we celebrate 10 years of hospice care in our community, Hike for Hospice is a meaningful way to remember loved ones who have passed and honour them by paying it forward to other families in Chatham-Kent.”
Registration is free. Participants have the option to purchase a commemorative T-shirt or a personalized memorial sign featuring the name and photo of a loved one.
In addition to the main event on May 3, participants may also hike the Mud Creek Trail at their convenience between April 27 and May 2. Memorial signs will be displayed along the trail beginning April 27.
More information, registration details and pledge collection options are available at www.hikeforhospiceck.com.
