The local SNAPS group which helps families caring for those with special needs is holding a special fundraising event this weekend.

Orvella Small says it's their first time around for this particular event. "This year it's called the SNAPS father's Day Walk, Roll or Run. So roll, meaning strollers wagons those kinds of things, so children can take part as much as possible."

She says it's chance for fathers to be there with their children to have a little fun and hopefully raise some money as well. And she adds it's also about raising awareness and so it's open to anyone who wants to take part, not just the people who are a part of the group.

It gets underway at noon at Ethel Tucker Park in Okotoks and there's a twonie bar-b-que afterwards.

Anyone interested in more information can go to www.foothillssnaps.org