Firefighters from around the U.S. and from other nations will converge on the stairwells of the U.S. Bancorp Tower in downtown Portland at the end of the month for The Portland Firefighter Stairclimb Challenge, a chance to earn bragging rights for their departments and raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CF).
Competitors will race up 40 floors, covering 800 steps while sporting over 70 pounds of gear, including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). Having run a similar event in the same building in light running clothes, I can imagine the effort it would take in full firefighting gear!
In addition to vying for individual male and female honors, agencies and individual participants will also be competing to see who can raise the most donations for CF research and treatment. In addition to the entry fee a minimum of $100 in donations is required from each entrant.
If you would like to volunteer, there are many chances to help out. Visit the volunteer page for more information.
What: Portland Firefighter Stairclimb Challenge
When: Sunday, September 25th
Where: U.S. Bancorp Tower, 111 SW 5th Ave. Portland, OR 97204
What time: 9:00a (Check-in begins at 7:00a)
Registration: $50, plus a minimum of $100 in donations to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Start or renew a team HERE; Join an existing team HERE; or Register as an individual HERE.
