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iCan Bike Volunteers Needed

May 13, 2015 Kevin McLaren

DID YOU KNOW…90% of people with Down syndrome and 80% of people with autism never experience the thrill of independently riding a two-wheel bicycle during their lifetime?

 LET'S DEFY THESE ODDS! 
The Treasure Valley iCan Bike Camp will be held June 15-19th at the Homecourt YMCA in Meridian, Idaho.  Volunteer today to be a spotter and help individuals with disabilities learn how to ride a conventional bike using a specialized instructional program. 
APPLICATIONS DUE MONDAY, JUNE 1st
We need to place the t-shirt order for camp

Volunteer Requirements:

  • Recommended 16 years of age or older 
  • Physically fit, that you can jog moderate pace or walk fast for one hour with short breaks
  • Able to support bike and rider in the event of a fall
  • Available June 15-19th for the same 90 min session each day (5 sessions to choose from)
  • Be available for orientation on Sunday, June 14th from 4:00pm-5:00pm

Volunteer Benefits:

  • Community Service hours for college or work resumes
  • Chance to work with wonderful individuals and help them achieve riding a 2-wheeled bike independently
  • Help build rider's confidence and self-esteem
  • Build new, long lasting friendships

Contact:

Visit the website: http://icanshine.org/boise-id/ for more information and volunteer registration form.  Email Paul Auger at tvicanbike@idahodownsyndrome.org with specific questions.

Tags TVDSA, iCan Bike, Meridian, Volunteer
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