Contact: Chris Oberg, contact@flagsonthe48.org, 603-742-6630

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

THE 16TH ANNUAL FLAGS ON THE 48 MEMORIAL HIKE

White Mountains, N.H. On Sept. 9, 2017, the 16th annual “Flags on the 48” memorial hike to each of the 48 – 4,000+ foot summits in New Hampshire, will take place in memory of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001.

The first hike was an informal and spontaneous memorial by a group of six hikers moved by the horrific and detailed images of the attacks. They raised a large American flag on the first Saturday after the attacks from the summit of Mount Liberty. The tribute has grown significantly each year since it began in 2001.

Now hundreds of hikers are involved; from Boy Scout troops and veterans groups to the every-day hikers. They make their way to the summits before noon paying tribute by flying the American flag for two hours. With humble honor some hikers share the photos of family members and friends tragically lost, exchange stories of personal experiences, play peaceful music and make quiet conversation with passing hikers. These Americans are bonded in the belief that taking to the mountains in remembrances of those who lost their lives continues to bring some solace in the wake of this atrocious violence.

Again this year, memorial hikers will pay tribute to all who lost their lives on September 11th 2001. Collectively imparting sympathy and respect to the families and loved ones who still struggle with their grief.

OTHER INFORMATION:. Media wishing to cover this event are encouraged to participate and are welcome to cover peaks that are reached by a tram or other mode of transportation. Those peaks include: Mt. Washington (New England’s highest at 6,288 feet), Cannon in Franconia Notch, and Wildcat in Pinkham Notch. Details on the hike and its participants can be found at www.flagsonthe48.org

CONTACT: Contact: Chris Oberg, contact@flagsonthe48.org, 603-742-6630

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