Thursday, October 4, 2012
175 Bloor St. East
Have you ever wanted to be a superhero? This is your chance!
Online Registration Is Now Open!
The Easter Seals Drop Zone Toronto is a unique and exhilarating fundraising event that encourages ordinary individuals to become superheroes for a day. Participants step outside their comfort zones and face their fears by rappelling from the top of a building, while raising much needed funds for Easter Seals kids.
The rappel is facilitated by Remote Access Technology, a company whose staff are all highly-trained, fully certified and extremely experienced. Every possible measure is taken to ensure the safety of our rappellers as they challenge themselves and change the lives of children and youth with physical disabilities.
The Details
When: Thursday, October 4, 2012.
Where: 175 Bloor St. East (Bloor St. & Church St.).
What: A dizzying, knee-shaking, pulse- pounding 20-storey rappel down the outside of the CREIT head office building.
Who: Anyone over the age of 18 who is willing to step outside their comfort zone and face their fears!
How: By raising a minimum of $1,500, participants earn the opportunity of a lifetime to participate in this exhilarating event.
Why: That’s a great question! To raise money for the 20,000 children and youth with physical disabilities in Ontario. In 2011, our brave superheroes raised over $100,000 for Easter Seals kids!
SPACE IS LIMITED, SO REGISTER TODAY! You can register as an individual rappeller or create a team of superheroes.
Once you’ve registered, you’ll be able to create your own personal online fundraising page where you can post a photo, personalize a message and explain to your family, friends and colleagues exactly why you’re throwing yourself off a building!
*Please note: Because space is limited and rappel spots fill up quickly, rappellers who have not confirmed $250 in pledges within 60 days of their registration will have their registration cancelled and their spot released.
Downloads
2012 Easter Seals Drop Zone Toronto Rappeller Guidebook
2012 Easter Seals Drop Zone Toronto Offline Pledge Form
2012 Easter Seals Drop Zone Toronto Sponsorship Package
Want to See What it’s All About?
Check out the some highlights from the 2011 Easter Seals Drop Zone Toronto
Frequently Asked Questions:
Is this even legal?
Absolutely! All necessary permits, approvals and licenses are in place. There’s nothing to worry about, except the thing about rappelling from a 20-storey building!
Do I have to be a superstar athlete to do this?
Not at all. Whether you’re an average Joe couch potato, a weekend warrior, or a seasoned athlete, Drop Zone is for you. Your descent is controlled by technique, rather than strength.
How old do I have to be to rappel?
You must be 18 years of age or older by October 4, 2012 to participate in the Easter Seals Drop Zone Toronto. No ifs, ands, or buts about it!
How safe is this? I won’t free-fall from the top of the building, will I?
Our technical crew is highly-trained, fully certified and extremely experienced. Every possible measure is taken to ensure the safety of our rappellers. You control your own descent with a rappel device. If you pull too hard, the device will lock. If you let go of the device, it will lock. If you start to rappel too quickly, the device will lock. If you let go of the rope, the device will lock. If you get tired and want to rest, the device will lock until you reset it and resume your descent. In other words, your device is created to help ensure you descend safely under any and all circumstances.
Will someone teach me how to do this?
Yes. Prior to your rappel, you will be required to attend at least one mandatory training session provided by our highly trained experts. On the day of your rappel, you will also go through a thorough review of the safety precautions to ensure that you have a safe and fun rappel.
How long will it take me to rappel?
Depending on your comfort level, it can take anywhere from 5 to 15 minutes to go from top to bottom.
Can my friends and family come to cheer me on?
Absolutely! The more the merrier. Plus, if no one witnesses this, do you really think they’re going to believe you when you tell them that you rappelled down the outside of a downtown Toronto office tower during rush hour?
Do I really have to raise $1,500 in order to rappel?
Yes. Anyone who wants to earn the opportunity of a lifetime to participate in this exhilarating event, is required to fundraise (or pay) the $1,500 minimum.
What if I am part of a team? How much does my team have to raise?
Each member of the team must individually raise $1,500. For example, a team of 4 rappellers must raise a total of $6,000.
Sponsorship
INTERESTED IN SPONSORSHIP? The Easter Seals Drop Zone Toronto represents a tremendous opportunity for your organization to become involved with a truly unique, exciting and rapidly-growing fundraising event. We invite you to be a part of this high-profile event in support of children and youth with physical disabilities.
For more information please contact Alex Krievins at akrievins@easterseals.org or 416.421.8377 ext. 311.
