Tunnel to Towers Climb - Towson, MD

What is a Tunnel to Towers Climb?

• Purpose: The Tunnel to Towers Climb Series was created to honor the heroic life and death of Stephen Siller, a New York City firefighter (FDNY) who lost his life on September 11, 2001.
• Honoring Heroes: Honor all of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 and support our first responders and military who make extraordinary sacrifices in the line of duty!
• Foundation Information: For more information on the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation please visit t2t.org.

How far is a Tunnel to Towers Climb?

• Floor Count: A T2T climb attempts to have participants ascend the same number of floors as were in the Twin Towers, which were at 110 floors.
• Climb Details: This is not a requirement and many of our climbs only reach 60 - 70 floors.
• Venue: As this event is in Johnny Unitas Stadium, participants will need to complete five stair sections (laps) of the bleachers of the north concourse.

What is the best time to register?

• Immediate Action: The best time to register is always RIGHT NOW.
• Price Tiering: Registration is tied to a price tiering system where the price increases occur one week after the opening of registration, one month before the event, and on race day.

Registration Costs

• Promo Rate: Adult $35, Military &: First Responder $30, Teen $10, Child $5 (from 2/20 - 2/27).
• Post Promo Rate: Adult $45, Military &: First Responder $40, Teen $20, Child $10 (after promo rate).
• One Month Before Event: Adult $50, Military &: First Responder $45, Teen $25, Child $15.
• Day of Event: Adult $55, Military &: First Responder $45, Teen $30, Child $20.

What is the age limit?

• No Age Limit: There is no age limit. All are welcome!

Is there parking available?

• Location: There is parking at Johnny Unitas Stadium.
• Designated Lot: Please use lot 4.
• Regulations: Please follow all local parking regulations.

Packet Pickup Information

• Pickup Locations: Check back closer to event time for more pickup options.
• Event Day Pickup: Packet pickup will also be available the morning of the event at the north concourse of Johnny Unitas Stadium.

Can someone else pick up my packet for me?

• Authorization: Yes, they can as long as they present a copy of your registration receipt.

Do I have to wear my bib number?

• Required Display: Yes, please display your bib on the front of your outermost garment.
• Course Enforcement: Those who run without a bib will be asked to leave the course and will not be allowed to finish.

I am a fast climber. Can I get a front line position?

• Start Wave: Climbers predicting a faster pace may make their way to the front of their start wave and line up based on space availability.
• Tip: Arrive early!

Will the event be timed?

• Timing: Yes, the event will be timed.
• Personal Tracking: You are more than welcome to use a smartphone or watch to keep up with your own time.

Will water be available?

• Availability: Yes, there will be water available at the start/finish.
• Hydration Advice: There will be very limited water at the start line: please hydrate before the event starts or bring water with you if necessary.

Will there be food at the event?

• On-Site Vendors: We are working with local food trucks and vendors to bring food on-site at the event.

What can you bring to the event?

• Personal Responsibility: You will be responsible for all of your personal belongings you bring to the event.
• Security: Please leave anything that you do not want to climb with locked securely in your vehicle.

Can I run with a stroller, wheelchair, roller blades, bicycle, etc?

• Prohibition: No. This is a stair climb and these items will not be permitted.
• Storage: All items should be stored securely at the owner's risk: T2T will not be responsible for the loss of any items.

What should I wear if I am participating?

• Comfortable Attire: The general public should wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
• Patriotic Colors: We encourage everyone to wear patriotic colors and carry flags if you would like. We LOVE to see Red, White, and Blue!
• First Responder Gear: Military and first responders, we encourage you to wear your gear/uniform or anything that signifies what department or branch you serve.

How can my company/organization sponsor this event?

• Contact: Please send all sponsorship correspondence with your contact information to luthervilleclimb@t2t.org.
• Response Time: Someone will be in touch with you within 24 hours.

What does a corporate sponsor receive?

• Benefits: Based on the level of financial commitment, sponsors are able to receive a fabulous package of promotional opportunities, prominent logo placement, registration passes, and a chance to align your company's name with a top event benefiting a national non-profit.
• Contact Information: Contact us at luthervilleclimb@t2t.org.

I would like to donate goods or services to this event. How do I do that?

• Contact: Contact us at luthervilleclimb@t2t.org.
• Support: We make every effort to keep costs down to allow us to give the most to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.

Where does all the money raised get allocated?

• Donation Purpose: All funds raised from Tunnel to Towers Towson Climb will be donated to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation for many of their programs.
• Mission: The mission of this Foundation is to honor the sacrifice of firefighter Stephen Siller who laid down his life to save others on September 11, 2001.
• Transparency: 93% of all money donated to the Foundation goes