Every Step Brings Hope

Transform a trail of your choice into a journey of impact for kids affected by cancer.

“Trail Blazers and Camp Casco give kids opportunities to just be kids for a week. It allows them to get away from doctor appointments and hospital visits and enjoy fun. ”

—2024 TRAIL BLAZER AMY SPIRITO

Trail Blazers is a flexible hiking challenge for all ages and skill levels.

Whether you're hiking a local path or a breathtaking destination, you’ll raise funds to support free summer camps for children battling cancer.

Customize Your Hike:
Choose any trail, any distance, and any challenge level (or join ours!). Your hike must occur between May 1 and June 1, 2025, honoring National Cancer Survivors Day.

Engage Your Community:
Build a team, inspire your network, and make every step count.

Reach Milestones:
Unlock prizes and deepen your connection with exclusive updates on the impact of your fundraising.

How It Works

Every Dollar Changes Lives

Funds raised through Trail Blazers directly support Camp Casco, providing:

  • Free summer camps tailored for kids with cancer.

  • Accessible transportation, meals, and 24/7 medical care.

  • Life-changing friendships and unforgettable experiences.

Program Perks

  • Customizable team and individual fundraising pages

  • A fundraising toolkit to help you spread the word

  • Weekly tips and tricks to help you prepare for success

  • The chance to win exclusive prizes (coming soon!)

  • The opportunity to give a childhood cancer survivor a life-changing experience at Camp Casco 2025

Join Our Community Hike!

Want to hike with us, but not sure where to start? New in 2025, registered Trail Blazers can plan their own hike or join us for a family-friendly hike on Saturday, May 3.

Together, we’ll take on an 0.8 mile trek, circling Chickering Pond and ending at the Pavilion. Skip the planning and join us for a casual and inclusive hike around peaceful Rocky Woods.

Saturday, May 3, 2025
Rain Date: Sunday, May 4
11:00am - 1:00pm
Rocky Woods Reservation, Medfield, MA
For registered 2025 Trail Blazers
Advance RSVP required - sign up when registering!

Hall Of Fame

Meet the Trail Blazers who went above and beyond in 2024.

FAQ

  • Participants of all ages and ability levels are invited to hike with us! Individuals and teams of all sizes are welcome, including corporate teams.

  • It is completely free to sign up for this program, as an individual or as a team!

  • There is also no fundraising minimum. However, raising funds is required in order to be eligible to earn prizes.

    • March 31: Registration deadline

    • Early April: Virtual Hike Kick-Off on Zoom!

    • Early April - Early June: Fundraising begins

    • May 1 - June 1: All hikes should take place in this time frame, in honor of National Cancer Survivors Day on June 1.

  • Yes! Individuals of all ages and ability levels are invited to hike for Camp Casco, with or without a team. Simply register for an individual and do not select a team when completing your registration.

  • Yes! Please visit our Sponsorships page to learn more about sponsoring our 2025 hike programs.

  • Absolutely! This is a great opportunity to rally your team around a shared cause. There is no limit to the number of team members who can join your team.

  • Let’s chat! Reach out to us at hikes@campcasco.org and a member of our team will be happy to help.

Don’t Miss Your Chance To Become A 2025 Trail Blazer!