PEDAL FOR PARKS
Date: Saturday, June 22, 2024
Time: 10 a.m. (welcome & check-in, departure at 10h30 a.m.)
Departure Point: Pijeboogwek Parking lot, Kouchibouguac National Park, NB
Distance: Depends on the chosen trails: 4km, 9km or 19km
Join us for a memorable family outing: PEDAL for PARKS!
Prepare to embark on a meaningful journey amidst the scenic beauty of Kouchibouguac National Park. More than a cycling experience, this event is an opportunity for our community to gather, drawing inspiration from Alexandre’s incredible story.
Entrance fees to Kouchibouguac National Park: There is no entrance fee for participants to this day’s event. A day pass will be provided during registration on the morning of the event.
Registration is limited to 100 participants!
Book early to participate!
To register, please complete the registration form and send it to the Alexandre-Parks Foundation at: aparksfdn@gmail.com.
Registration payment can be made by e-transfer to aparksfdn@gmail.com or by clicking the registration button.
Participants are encouraged to raise a minimum of $50 in donations to support the foundation’s mission. Official donation receipts for tax purposes can be issued for any donations received. (Please note: Registration fees do not qualify for a tax receipt; only donations qualify!)
Donations can be made by e-transfer to aparksfdn@gmail.com, on the Foundation’s website at: www.alexandreparks.com, or can be given on the day of the event.
BICYCLE HELMETS ARE MANDATORY FOR PARTICIPATION.
PEDAL FOR PARKS
We extend our gratitude to André Boulard for initiating this movement, with André’s commitment to cycling 160 km in memory of Alexandre Parks. Thanks to the success of this event, Pedal for Parks has now become an annual tradition for the foundation.
Join us in our pioneering event, PEDAL for PARKS, where we invite you to play an essential role in this family-oriented initiative for the Alexandre-Parks Foundation. This event serves as a direct catalyst for advancing education and providing scholarships in medical research areas that held significant importance to Alexandre. Additionally, it aims to raise awareness for autoimmune diseases, including autoimmune enteropathy, which Alexandre suffered from, along with breast cancer, the focus of his PhD research, and pulmonary fibrosis, one of the many medical complications that tragically took Alexandre’s life.
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FAQ
1. About PEDAL for PARKS!
In homage to Alexandre Parks, an emblematic symbol of courage and resilience, our mission is to create a lasting impact within our community. PEDAL for PARKS! represents more than a mere bicycle ride; it signifies a commitment to raising vital funds for our PhD scholarships on autoimmune diseases, breast cancer or pulmonary fibrosis.
2. When is PEDAL for PARKS!
Event Details:
- Date: Saturday, June 22, 2024
- Time: 10 a.m. (check-in and welcome, departure at 10:30 a.m.)
- Departure Point: Kouchibouguac National Park, NB (Pijeboogwek parking lot)
- Route Option of 3 trails: 4k, 9 km or 19 km
3. What to bring?
A few suggestions:
- A mobile phone for emergencies
- A water bottle
- Extra snacks if you have food allergies or food sensitivities
- Dress according to the weather
- Your donation page with the donations collected
4. Do children under 16 years old have to pay the registration fee?
All children riding their own bicycles are required to pay a $25 registration fee.
5. What is the fundraising minimum?
Participants are encouraged to raise a minimum of $50 in donations. These funds will help fuel our mission. Official donation receipts for tax purposes can be issued for any donations received. (Registration fees do not qualify for a tax receipt, only donations qualify!)
6. Where does the money raised through PEDAL for PARKS go?
PEDAL for PARKS! is more thant just a bicycle ride; it represents a commitment to raise essential funds for our mission which is to advance local medical research through our PhD scholarships on autoimmune diseases, breast cancer and pulmonary fibrosis.
7. I have additional questions about PEDAL for PARKS. Whom can I contact?
For further inquiries regarding PEDAL for PARKS! please do not hesitate to reach out to us at: aparksfdn@gmail.com. We will be delighted to answer your questions.
PREVIOUS PEDAL FOR PARKS EVENTS AND PHOTOS
2023 FIRST PEDAL FOR PARKS
The inaugural PEDAL for PARKS event successfully took place on Saturday, September 30, 2023, bringing together a diverse community of families, friends, business leaders, and dedicated volunteers. Participants embarked on a scenic 10 km ride along the picturesque Riverfront Trail in Dieppe, NB. The event was met with enthusiasm and a shared commitment to furthering the mission of the Alexandre-Parks Foundation, leaving everyone eager to continue raising awareness for this noble cause.
