Volunteer or Participate: Luke 5 Trek Around the Clock

Join us for a powerful 24-hour event where every step supports inclusion, community, and adventure.

The YMCA is proud to host the Luke 5 Trek Around the Clock, a 24-hour hiking fundraiser held on the trails at Countryside YMCA. This unique event brings people together to ensure continuous movement on the trail, day and night, in support of individuals of all abilities.

Participants and volunteers can sign up for 1-hour shifts, helping ensure that at least one participant is always moving for the full 24 hours.

How You Can Get Involved

There are multiple ways to be part of this meaningful experience:

Sherpa (Volunteer)
Support a participant by helping push or pull a specialized hiking chair (Rosie) during your scheduled shift.

Trekker (Participant)
Take on your own personal challenge and hike as many laps as you’d like while fundraising to support Luke 5 Adventures.

Hiker
Individuals with mobility challenges who participate with the support of a Sherpa team.

*Play Pickleball
That is right if you play pickleball and would be willing to show others the basic of pickleball the YMCA  needs 4 volunteers on Friday, April 24th from 6-8pm and 4 volunteers on Saturday, April 25th from 12-2pm. If interested in this opportunity you do not need to sign up online but rather email Holly at holly.saunders@ymcastaff.org

Event Details

• Date: April 24–25, 2026
• Time: 6:00 PM (Friday) – 6:00 PM (Saturday)
  • Check-in begins at 5:00 PM on Friday
• Location: Countryside YMCA Trails

Participation Info

• Trekker participation includes a $50 donation, with encouragement to fundraise beyond that
• Volunteer Sherpa roles are available for those who want to support without a fundraising requirement

How to Register

Registration is managed through Luke 5 Adventures.
Please visit their website to sign up for a shift or participate.

Why It Matters

This event helps create opportunities for people of all abilities to experience the outdoors, build confidence, and connect with others in a supportive environment—something we’re proud to champion as part of our YMCA community.