Climb the Mesa to Conquer Cancer: A 10K Fundraiser for the Hopi Cancer Assistance Fund

Join Us for the Annual Climb the Mesa 10K – August 2, 2025
Supporting Hopi Cancer Patients Through the Hopi Cancer Assistance Fund

Get ready to conquer a new challenge for a great cause! The annual Climb the Mesa 10K is back, with a brand new route and even more heart. This year, the course moves from Mishongnovi to a scenic and invigorating path starting at Peace Academy in Kykotsmovi, AZ, and ending at the Bacavi Village Community Center.

Spanning over 6.2 miles, this year’s 10K features breathtaking mesa views and a 725-foot elevation gain, with a steepest incline of 13.3%, a true test of endurance and spirit. Whether you’re running or walking, your participation helps raise vital funds for cancer patients through the Hopi Cancer Assistance Fund (HCAF).

🏃‍♀️ Event Details:

DATE: Saturday, August 2, 2025

REGISTRATION: 5:00 AM - 6:00 AM @ Peace Academic Center (Kykotsmovi, AZ)

COURSE START TIME: 6:00 AM

START POINT: PEACE ACADEMIC CENTER, HOPI MISSION SCHOOL RD, KYKOTSMOVI VILLAGE, AZ  86039

END POINT: BACAVI VILLAGE COMMUNITY CENTER, HOTEVILLA, AZ  86030 (PARTICIPANTS WILL BE SHUTTLED BACK TO THEIR VEHICLES)

DISTANCE: 10K (6.2 MILES)

🎉 What to Expect:

• Scenic and challenging new course
• Shuttle transportation from the finish line back to the start location
• Post-race celebration with Hopi dance groups and local vendors
• Commemorative T-shirt, finisher medal, and a limited-edition pin (a special reissue from our popular Hopi Cancer Support Services collection)

We encourage participants to carpool, get dropped off, or park at the start location. Shuttle service will be available to bring participants back to Peace Academy after completing the course.

Let your steps support healing. Come climb the mesa with us!

For more information, sponsorship opportunities, or to volunteer, please visit contact (928) 734-1151.

No strollers, bikes, motor/electric vehicles, and pets are allowed on the course.