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Hike for Hospice

Hike for Hospice 2025 – Make Every Step Count!

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Save the Date: May 31, 2025!

Step up for compassionate care and join us for an unforgettable day at Hike for Hospice 2025! Whether you’re walking in honour of a loved one, rallying your family, friends, or colleagues, or simply passionate about supporting Jessica’s House Hospice—you’ll be making a powerful impact on our community.

Together, we can ensure that every family facing end-of-life care and grief support receives the comfort and compassion they deserve.

What to Expect:

  • A heartwarming walk with interactive stories for everyone to enjoy!
  • Snacks and entertainment
  • The incredible spirit of generosity that makes this event so special

Help Us Reach Our $30,000 Goal!

Your participation and fundraising efforts help provide essential hospice care at no cost to families. Stay tuned for sponsorship opportunities and easy ways to fundraiser online!

Ways to Get Involved:

  • Start a Team & Fundraise: Walk with friends, family, or coworkers to honour a loved one
  • Become a Sponsor: Showcase your support and community leadership
  • Join the Corporate Challenge: Rally your workplace for a great cause
  • Spread the Word: Share your event and inspire others to give

Together, every step brings comfort and care to those who need it the most. Let's make Hike for Hospice 2025 our most impactful event yet!

Stay tuned for registration details!

A Look Back: Hike for Hospice 2024

Thanks to You, our 2024 event was a huge success! Our incredible community came together at MacNaughton Park in Exeter on May 25, 2024, surpassing our goal and raising $25,624 for Jessica's House Hospice.

Every dollar you raised helps provide compassionate, end-of-life care and grief support to families when they need it most.

The 2024 Trail Stories

Experience the Trail Stories we created by clicking on the albums below to read the stories. Don't forget to scan the QR codes on each of the pages to hear the audio recording of each page. 

Exeter Trail Story

Lucan Trail Story

2024 Hike For Hospice Photo Album

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I need to do at registration?
  • You can drop off any donations you did not collect through your online fundraising page, and we will ensure they are added to your team.
  • If you or someone from your team did not sign a waiver form, you can sign one at the registration desk.
  • If you have filled out the waiver when you set up your fundraising page, you have already completed this.
  • If you want to make any additional donations, you will need to fill out donation forms in person. Donations of $20 or more can receive a receipt.

How long is the walk?
  • The trail has different loops. You and/or your team are welcome to walk any length you like!
  • The story trail is placed in the story frames on the first loop. You would cross the Sterling Bridge (the first bridge) to see the second half of the story.
  • If you would like to do the longer loop continue on the path and read the second half of the stories when you pass by it on the other side!
  • Here is a link to the Trail information brochure! Map of Trail

What if I can’t make the event in person?
  • If you are unable to attend in person, no worries! Go for your walk wherever you can that weekend!
  • Take a photo for your social media, tag us, and use #JHH2025hike so we can see where you are walking that day!
  • Make sure to check out the story on the trail in Exeter and in Lucan at some point in the following couple of weeks after the event! We would hate for you to miss those great stories!
  • You can walk at any point that day!

Will there be food provided?
  • We will have snacks such as granola bars and bottles of water provided for our participants!
  • We encourage everyone to bring a picnic for your team and enjoy the park after your walk.

How long is the event?
  • The walk starts at 10am. We will make an opening announcement, and then everyone can take their time on their walk.
  • Depending on what length of loop you desire to take will depend on the length of your time.
  • The whole thing should wrap up at noon at the latest.
  • In the park, we will have our interactive legacy wall, a photo opportunity, facts about Jessica’s House and volunteers to answer any of your questions about our amazing hospice!

How can I represent my loved ones who have passed at the event?
  • Legacy Wall—This year, we will have a legacy wall where you can fill out a tag and place it on our display. This board will be placed at JHH for two weeks following our event. The names will also be displayed on a slide show on our lobby TV.
  • Be creative and have a team uniform that represents who you are walking in memory of.

Who did the illustrations of the stories?
  • In 2024 we were honoured to work with Bluewater Coast Elementary School in Hensall and Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic School in Mt.Carmel to bring the legacy of two individuals to the public!
  • Each year we showcase new illustrators in our community and surrounding areas.

What happens if it rains?
  • The event takes place rain or shine! So, dress appropriately!

Sponsorships

Check out all the amazing Hike for Hospice sponsors! Explore the list of incredible businesses that are backing Jessica's House Hospice and championing the importance of hospice care. Their support makes a significant impact, and we're incredibly grateful for their generosity!

View our past Hike for Hospice event photo galleries!

Hike for Hospice Gallery 1




Hike for Hospice Gallery 2




Your donations allow us to continue to bring great support and services to our residents and their families.

Your donation will also help us continue to grow education and our grief support to our residents, their loved ones, and our community. Each donation allows us to keep all our resources FREE to anyone in need.

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70776 London Road,
Exeter, Ontario, N0M 1S1

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