Step Challenge
Throughout September, join colleagues from across the pediatric hematology/oncology nursing community on a virtual journey from Memphis to New Orleans. Stay active, connect with peers, and enjoy a little friendly competition along the way.
Blues, BBQ & Bayou – Step it Up From Memphis to New Orleans
September 1 – 30, 2026
Get moving and make every step count with the APHON 2026 Step Challenge! This September, join fellow pediatric hematology/oncology nurses on a virtual journey from Memphis to New Orleans as we celebrate wellness, connection, and a little friendly competition. Open to both in-person and virtual conference attendees, participants can choose a route that fits their goals and track a variety of activities along the way.
Challenge Incentives
- Visit the APHON Store at Conference to receive a participant item
- All participants who log steps by September 16 will be entered into a drawing for a BBQ Prize Pack
- The top stepper will receive a $100 e-gift card
Choose Your Journey
This year, you can choose the route that’s right for you:
- Walk through the streets of Memphis
- Journey down the Mississippi to New Orleans
Whether you are looking for a casual walking goal or a more ambitious challenge, there’s a route for every activity level.
