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Day 5: Lakes, Hills, Tacos, and an Incredible Welcome in Creston

by Robyn Diddams, Creston What a day. We’re officially at the halfway mark of the ride — Day 5 of 10 — and what a ride it’s been so far. We started the morning in Nelson, where the Prestige Lakeside Resort generously hosted our team. A warm bed, hot showers, and a view of the lake was amazing. Huge thanks to the staff there for…

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Heart of the Kootenays

by Rob Crowder, Nelson Today with tired legs the team rode from Castlegar out to the village of Procter. Riders had endured numerous steep mountain passes on the previous days but pressed on and got on their bikes and pedalled for the families we support. “We ride because we can and when we get tired we think of those who can’t and what they would…

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Day 3

by Ron George, Castlegar The riders woke this morning from their slumber at the Grand Forks Inn and peered out the window to check the conditions. Is that smoke haze or morning fog? Turns out it was a mix of smoke and the start of rain. The riders hustled about preparing for the day trying to determine if rain jackets were necessary or not. Before…

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All the Way to Midway

by Dean Marchand, Penticton Day 2 of the Cops for Kids Ride is in the books, and these old legs definitely felt the miles today… but the heart? Full. We kicked off the day in Osoyoos, feeling rested and recharged thanks to a beautiful stay at Spirit Ridge Resort the night before. That place is truly something special — the views, the comfort, and the…

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Off we go…smoky skies and 129 kms

by Laurie Rock, Oliver Today marked the start of the 25th year for the Cops for Kids bike ride with many families, friends and sponsors gathered outside of the Sandman Hotel in Kelowna. With some inspirational speeches off we go southbound, covering various communities along the way. We were very fortunate to meet many families and little ambassadors throughout these communities. The heartfelt gratitude and…

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