Our Xtreme Hike Story

Pacific NW + Hiking + CF = Why We Hike

Mitchell and Kelly were born and raised in Washington State. We take a family vacation every year to Oregon. We love hiking. And ever since our younger sister, Lisa, was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis (CF)*, it has been our family mission to fight and fundraise until CF stands for Cure Found. CF is a genetic disease affecting multiple organs that Lisa has been fighting her whole life. We are grateful that Lisa has been able to live a relatively healthy life due in no small part to the incredible advancements in CF research and treatments over the past decades. In 2018 she earned her Master’s degree, in 2022 she got married, and in 2024 she welcomed a baby boy. We are overjoyed with her health and happiness.

And yet, we won’t rest until it’s done; until CF stands for Cure Found. Our family team, Amsler's Army, fundraises every year and this year we are prioritizing our efforts through the Cystic Fibrosis XTREME HIKE event. We (siblings Kelly and Mitchell Amsler and Kelly's husband Scott) will be hiking a challenging 20+ mile trail through Mt. Hood (outside of Portland, OR). By the end of the hiking day on AUGUST 10th, we hope to be physically exhausted, but heart-filled and hopeful, and $7500 (our team goal) closer to a cure. 

We wanted to share this cool thing we are doing so you can send us some good energy vibes! If you are interested in donating, here are some things that might help to know:

• ​Any donation amount, at any time (including after the hike date) is incredibly appreciated. Click on any of us to donate.
• 100% of your donation to the CF Foundation is tax deductible. 
• The CF Foundation (www.cff.org) puts over 90% of every dollar raised directly towards CF research, life saving treatments, and a cure.

Please spread the word and feel free to reach out if you have any questions! Thank you for your support!

Love, Kelly, Scott and Mitchell

*Cystic fibrosis affects the lungs, pancreas, and other organs. The symptoms can vary from person to person, and as people with CF live longer than ever before, their disease can become more complicated, leading to serious health issues. 

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