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The Walk With Me, Be Drug Free event at Mortimer Farms on Saturday April 15th will:
An annual celebration to raise awareness of the fact that the majority of people in our county are drug free. The celebration is held annually by MATFORCE, an anti-drug organization that educates and raises awareness about substance abuse issues.
Student leaders from the Yavapai County Youth Coalition participate in this event each year (photo credit: MATFORCE).
As part of our broader Stand With Me, Be Drug Free positive messaging campaign, the Walk With Me event is the culmination of a week of activities to raise awareness about the positive aspects of staying healthy and choosing drug-free. is. Saturday, April 15th from 10am to 12pm at Mortimer Farm in Dewey. Farm Park is open to all families and community members. Also, the 1-mile Family Fun Walk starts at 10am. There is also face painting, free food and drink, and more.
The Stand With Me, Be Drug Free campaign challenges social norms and misconceptions that drug use is commonplace. In fact, most people in Yavapai County choose not to use drugs. This week’s event deliberately celebrates that fact to promote a healthy lifestyle for all.
For more information about the Stand With Me, Be Drug Free campaign or Walk With Me event, please visit matforce.org, call (928) 708-0100, or email us. info@matforceaz.org.
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