Plans are underway for the Kearsarge area CROP Hunger Walk to be held on Sunday afternoon, September 22, at the Elkins beach on Pleasant Lake in New London. Church World Service began the CROP Hunger Walks following World War II, using the walk to symbolize the distances hungry people and refugees have to walk to find food. As we all know, thousands of refugees and hungry people still remain throughout our world.

CROP Hunger Walks have been held in this area since 1995, and the need to replenish food supplies, both locally and throughout the world, is as great as ever. Twenty-five percent of funds raised by the walkers this year will be given to the Kearsarge Community Food Pantry. The goal is to raise $10,000. Walkers are also asked to bring a can of food for the food pantry.

The registration table is open at 12:30 PM, and a group photo will be taken at 12:45 PM. The walk begins promptly at 1 PM. Walkers should plan to walk only as far as is comfortable, as it is not necessary to walk the entire route around Pleasant Lake.

Everyone is welcome to join in this community effort, whether or not you attend one of the sponsoring churches. Envelopes are available at the First Baptist Church on Main Street in New London.

It is hoped that many residents will decide to join the walk this year and help stock the shelves both in our local pantry and in food distribution centers around the globe. If you need further information, please contact us at 526-8071 or AmbersCutAbove@nulltds.net.