Moonlit Paddle Down the Delaware Benefits Michelle’s Mission
Michelle’s Mission is the vision of Michelle Callan who succumbed to skin cancer on September 20, 2019 at just 46 years-old. The project provides first-time chemotherapy bags to patients at local hospitals.
The bags are stocked with items for men and women including cozy socks, chemo caps/baseball caps, a painted rock, playing cards, tissues, gum, chap stick, antibacterial lotion, word search and pens, nail polish, water bottles, and many more items. Michelle knew how scary the first day of chemotherapy could be and wanted to provide comfort, hope and inspiration to others.
Sponsorship money or cozy donations may be dropped off at Kaybirds florist at 5 West Main St., Hancock, NY or mailed directly to Kaitlyn Callan at 127 7th Ave., Carbondale, PA 18407.
“This is a dream my mother made happen until the very end of her life. The Moon Float is such an awesome thing to do. The outpouring of support in helping me honor my mom’s last wishes helps me grieve her in a way that keeps me from feeling stuck in life,” said Michelle’s daughter Kaitlyn.
This year there will be Moon Float fundraiser on Saturday, October 31 at 7:30 pm. All types of watercraft are welcome – drift boats, kayaks, canoes. The float starts at Outdoor Adventure Recreational Services 41 South Pennsylvania Ave., Hancock, NY and will end at the Buckingham access. Come early to get your vehicle shuttled to Buckingham. There will be refreshments at the halfway point and lighting provided at the halfway point and at the landing. Participants are required to bring headlamps or flashlights and must wear a personal flotation device (PFD). There is a $15 suggested donation.
All proceeds will benefit Michelle’s Mission. Call 607-644-5071 or 607-237-3078 if you need more information.
Lastly, Kaitlyn reminds everyone to protect your skin by using sunscreen daily and educating yourself on the ABCDE’s of moles on your skin. Early detection is key to recovery. For more information visit www.cancer.org.
