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Why
I Ride...
I have been involved with MS for a number of years primarily as a result of having a sister living with Multiple Sclerosis. Robin, 44, mother to 4 grown children and 3 grandchildren, was diagnosed with the disease approximately 10 years ago after seeking medical reason for the dizziness, loss of feeling in her hands, and tripping over nothing.
In my own personal efforts to help, I have become a fundraising participant twice in the MS Walk (Winnipeg) and four times in the MS Bike – three times in Central Alberta and once in Hinton, Alberta (mountains, off-road). Through these events, I have raised over $30,000. A personal goal I have set for myself is to coordinate and hold an annual fundraising event raising a minimum of $50,000 per year.
Ultimately, it is a way for me to make sure my family members are not left behind.
—Dan Sims
MS Bike Tour – Red Deer
18th Annual
June 9 & 10, 2012
THANK YOU for cycling to end MS!
We recognize the effort it takes to train for this tour and to raise pledges. You show your commitment to help us continue to provide the essential support services to those people and their circle who live with MS right here in Central Alberta and to provide the funds that enable the critical research that will one day end MS!
The MS Bike Tour – Red Deer, June 11 & 12, turned out very well. While it rained one day, we did not have to deal with toronado warnings and cold wind. We consider ourselves to be the BEST LITTLE BIKE TOUR IN ALBERTA! Where else will you get the personal attention, no line-ups at checkpoints, lunch or porta-potties….and the best roast beef dinner ever at end of Day 1.
We have tabulated your evaluation surveys and we are grateful for your thoughtful input. One of our Chapter staff cycled this year for the first time. Her comments were insightful – ‘those cyclists were all there for the right reason’ …..to help us end MS! We are grateful!
See the EVENT PHOTOS and revisit the memories you made!
To All Participants: So many cyclists were eligible for incentive prizes. To those of you who decided to be part of our Mission First Club and donated back your prize for a tax receipt – THANK YOU! By donating your prize back to the MS Society you reduce organizational costs, dedicating more funds towards research, services and programs to end MS.
2011 Honor Roll
Our 2011 RONA MS Bike Tour Fundraising Stars are:
2011 TOP FUNDRAISERS
2011 TOP FUNDRAISING TEAMS
Greg Bowen - $10,000.00
Tara Frisken - $6,029.17
Dan Sims - $5,992.19
Ben Galipeau - $5,618.53
Karen Penrice - $3,974.62
Chris Brown - $2,746.00
Robyne Wilock - $2,387.00
Monique McLeod - $2,167.00
Jim Woychuk - $2,070.00
Charles Silk - $2,040.00
Cynthia Wickens - $2,004.44
CLUB 1000
Tara Maloney - $1,811.17
Jack Diacon
- $1,795.00
Pam Mitchell - $1,700.00
Claudette McMillen - $1,549.17
Tara Rogers - $1,500.00
Lucille Koppel - $1,500.00
Ann Chiovetti - $1,374.17
Cheryl Van Es - $1,230.00
Matthew Diacon - $1,280.00
Diane Kruizenga - $1,279.39
Darlene Wilson - $1,270.00
Michelle Baker - $1,270.00
Charles Silk - $1,260.00
Ryan Wong - $1,259.50
Marilyn Shand - $1,168.00
Barry Geates - $1,060.00
Gary Oosterhoff - $1,045.00
Christian Lohmann - $1,025.00
Pauline Yaremichuk - $1,010.00
Brad Johnson - $1,000.00
Blair Morton - $1,000.00
Chris Rickards - $1,000.00
Brenda Hamilton - $1,000.00
Barb Stock - $1,000.00
Whether you’re walking, cycling or golfing to end MS, it's more fun doing it as a team. The best part is the MS Society staff are here to help. We provide everything you need to create a fun-filled team of people you'd like to walk, ride or golf with - family, friends, co-workers, hockey buddies, book club members - you get the idea. Experience the camaraderie and excitement of a team while helping us end MS!
The team concept is simple--it is 4 plus more! We invite you to join with at least three of your friends, family and co-workers to create your own team. All you need to do is come up with a team name and we will take care of the rest! Our staff will reduce the demand on your time and resources with on-going support and motivational activities and incentives.
For more information on how to get your team started please contact the staff listed at the bottom of this page.
Create a team. Create a future free of MS!
Need help to grow your team? Here are a few things to help you out:
Have the MS Society Staff come to you and present an Information Session - to book please call 403-346-0290
Download a poster to help with Team Recruitment
Download a donation thermometer to let everyone know your progress.
Ellen Geddes, MS Bike Tour Co-ordinator
105 – 4807 – 50th Avenue, Red Deer T4N 4A5
Phone: 403-346-0290
Email: ellen.geddes@mssociety.ca
