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A climb to remember and a way to never forget the 343 firefighters
2024 Bishop 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Tri-County Fairgrounds and Events Center
WHAT: In remembrance of the September 11, 2001 attacks, members of the public will join area firefighters to climb the stairs of the Tri-County Fairgrounds and Events Center for a total of 110 flights in honor of the 343 firefighters from the FDNY who gave their lives while trying to save others. Every participant will receive a photo ID of one of the fallen heroes of September 11th. The fee will be waived for members of the media who would like to attend.
WHEN: Wednesday, September 11, 2024 REGISTRATION BEGINS AT 5:00 pm OPENING CEREMONY BEGINS AT 6:15 pm CLIMB BEGINS AT 6:30 pm
WHERE: Tri-County Fairgrounds and Events Center 475 Sierra Street Bishop, CA
WHO: Sponsored by the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
WHY: The Stair Climb benefits FDNY Counseling Service Unit and the programs provided by the NFFF to support the families of our nation’s fallen firefighters.
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