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The Kari Deimer
Answer to Cancer Benefit

On December 12, 2010, Kari Deimer passed away at the age of 31 after a short and intense battle with Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).  

Before her symptoms began during summer and her October diagnosis, Kari led a vibrant and full life, embracing every opportunity to connect with her family and friends and serve others.

Kari graduated from St. Mary's Grade School, Hortonville High School Class of 1997 and UW-Oshkosh in 2004. She served in the Army National Guard for thirteen years, most recently as Captain and Company Commander for Headquarters and Headquarters Company (HHC) 132nd Brigade Support Battalion. She was also
employed as a graphic designer for Community First Credit Union.

Kari’s cancer was rare and aggressive and while it weakened her body, her spirit remained positive throughout her treatment. This event is a tribute to Kari’s fun and fighting spirit, to raise funds to benefit the important work of the American Cancer Society in Kari’s memory.

Thank you to all our sponsors, participants and volunteers for the 2014 Wolf River Raft Race! Without you, we could not have made this event a success.

Here is a list of our 2014 raft winners:

Homebuilt: Desperate Housewives Club
Endurance: Cirrhosis of the River
Commercial: Mariner
Kayak: Sheri Searl
Kari Deimer Memorial Award: Hot Tub Time Machine
Crash & Burn: Not Lia Boat...
Best Team Name/Raft: Pete's Kari Out

Here is a list of the Class A Raffle Winners:

$1,000 - Tim Woods
$500 - Jim Deimer
$500 - Adam Hock
$250 - Pork Olk
$250 - Mike Woods
$100 - Chris Woods
$100 - Deb Heineman
$100 - Don Sommer
$100 - Sheri Searl
$100 - Patti Immel

The Grill Package goes to.... Joy Dontje

Participants embark from Damn Yankees for the 11.5 mile race to the finish.

Welcome!

The Wolf River Raft Race is a cancer research benefit held at New London, WI each year. The 4th annual race is July 26th, 2014 and begins up river at Damn Yankees where the endurance class will launch at 8:30am and kayaks and canoes at 9:30am. Everyone else will start at Volz's Landing at 10:30am. The first contestants can usually reach the finish at The Water Supper Club & Lounge in New London just before noon. The public is invited to spectate and enjoy the festivities.

At noon the festivities begin at The Water Supper Club & Lounge in New London. There are games, food, a raffle, basket drawings, and you can purchase t-shirts or wristbands. Watch contestants arrive at the finish line throughout the afternoon.

Visit the news page for latest raft race updates, or get raft race merchandise. Lodging, kayak & canoe rentals, and area interests are listed on the links page.

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Enter the Race

Ready for some great adventure? Browse the 'Entries & Registration' menu at the top of this page to learn about the race, it's rules, classes, and how to enter. Prizes are awarded for various classes and 'fun' categories. Some raft building materials are available.

Sponsorship

Last year we were able to donate $13,500.00 to cancer research. Our goal for this year is $17,000.00, I know with all our wonderful volunteers and sponsors we will not have a problem reaching this goal. Browse the 'Be a Sponsor / Donate' menu at the top of the page to learn more.

The Kari Deimer Answer to Cancer Corp. is a 501(c)3.
Your donations may be tax deductible.

Please patronize the sponsors
who are making this event possible!

Thrivent Financial for Lutherans-Bruce Seidl
Abbyland Distributing
Wilson's Upholstery
State Farm Insurance: Dan Gassner Agency
J & D Foundation: Good Ol' Boys Shoot
Dancemann DJ Service
Alesha Erdmann