The fourth annual Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer benefiting the BC Cancer Foundation is taking place June 16-17, 2012 in the Vancouver area and through the Pacific Northwest. During one epic weekend thousands of men and women will cycle 200 km/200 miles over two days to make a contribution to the fight against cancer.
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The Ride to Conquer Cancer begins on Saturday, June 16th with the opening ceremonies at 6:55 at the Fraser Downs Racetrack & Casino in Surrey. Riders will be stopping to camp overnight at the Edgewater Park in Mount Vernon WA, before embarking on the last leg of their journey where they will finish at Marymoor Park in Redmond WA on Sunday, June 17. The Riders will be supported by hundreds of volunteers and crew members, providing meals, water and snack stops, gear transport, portable restrooms, safety on the course, comprehensive medical services and an overnight campsite complete with tents, hot showers and entertainment.
Ron Sombilon Photo
With 1 in 3 British Columbians expected to develop cancer in their lifetime, participants in The Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer benefiting BC Cancer Foundation have the opportunity to make a real difference in the fight against cancer, and will have an enormous impact on funding for cancer research, treatment and care across the province.
Here are the locations for opening ceremonies, cheering stations and finish line, designated for public to show support to riders.
Saturday, June 16 – Day 1
Opening Ceremonies: 6:55am
Fraser Downs Racetrack & Casino, 17755 – 60th Ave, Surrey
6:15am – Cyclists begin to gather
6:55am – Opening CeremoniesCheering stations:
East Kensington School: 7:10am – 8:30am
2795 184 Street, Surrey, BCAllen Elementary School: 10:30am – 4:30pm
1517 Cook Road, Bow, WASunday, June 17 – Day 2
Cheering stations:
Old Silvana Fire Hall; 8:00am – 12:00pm
1430 Pioneer Hwy, Silvana WAWoodinville Park & Ride: 9:30am – 3:00pm
14310 NE 178th St., Woodinville, WAFinish Line: 3:00pm – 6:30pm
Marymoor Park, 6046 West Lake Sammamish Road NE,
Redmond, WA
Check out the 2012 BC Ride to Conquer Cancer YouTube Channel.
Connect on Twitter (@TheBCRide) and Facebook.
Photography by Ron Sombilon (@RON_SOMBILON).
