Frequently Asked Questions

What day is the Walk for Water? 
Saturday, August 24, 2019

What time does the Walk begin? 
10 AM Registration / 11 AM Event Kickoff

How much does registration cost? 
Adult: $20 (Ages 18+) 

Virtual Walker: $20

Youth: $10 (Ages 0-17)

Can I register the morning of the Walk? 
Yes. 

Where should I park?
YCC - 3905 Enterprise Ct. Aurora, IL 60504

How long does the Walk for Water take? 
The Walk is approximately 3.5 miles, which takes about an hour to complete. 

What is this event like? 
After a short welcoming announcement, every participant will take a bucket (provided at the event) and begin to walk a 3.5-mile route. Half-way through the route, walkers fill their bucket with dirty water and carry it to empty the water into an LWTS (Living Water Treatment System). The LWTS will use a Grundfos SQ-Flex to filter the water and make it drinkable. The walk is symbolic of the walk that women and children from developing nations make every single day to collect unsafe water. There will also be lunch and a variety of family-friendly activities after the Walk. 

Do I have to fill my bucket to the top? 
You can fill the bucket to your desired level. If you do not feel you can complete the walk with a bucket, you are welcome to walk without one. 

Is this event suitable for children? 
Yes. This is an event for all ages. It is engaging, informative and impactful. 

Can I join a team after I've already registered?
Yes. Please email jbuhler@watermission.org to be added to a team.

Do I need to join a team to Walk for Water?
No. 

Can I volunteer at the Walk for Water? 
Yes. To learn more, email Alyssa Phelps at alyphelps@grundfos.com.

Can I bring my dog? 
Yes, pets are permitted, as long as they are leashed and you come prepared to clean up after them. 

Interested in sponsoring this event? 
CLICK HERE for more information or contact Alyssa Phelps directly at alyphelps@grundfos.com