SATURDAY 23RD & SUNDAY 24TH MAY 2015
WHAT IS THE BANISH THE BLACK DOG CHARITY RIDE?
The Banish the Black Dog Charity Bike Ride is a relaxed cycling tour promoted by the Rotary Club of Townsville Central to raise awareness of mental health issues in our community, and to raise funds to aid research into the causes and treatments of mental health disorders. The ride’s major donation recipient is Australian Rotary Health, the largest non government mental health research funding organization in Australia. We also support local initiatives in the treatment and support of those suffering mental illnesses.
WHO SHOULD GO ON THIS RIDE?
The ride caters to all riders from relative beginners to experienced with a range of group ride speeds to choose from to suit your own personal capability. Each speed group has their own support vehicle
FAST FACTS
Ride Date:
May 23rd & Sunday 24th 2015
Registration Fee:
$190
Fundraising Target (minimum):
$200
Distance and Trip Duration:
260kms over 2 days
Physical Capability:
A level of fitness to be able to cycle up to 8 hours at a minimum speed of 20kph for 2 days
Accommodation:
Camping at the Ayr Showgrounds (BYO tent)
What is Provided?
Meals, snacks and drinks
Ride jersey
Bike Mechanic
Support Vehicles
Camping Fees
Sunscreen
Live music in camp
Cash bar with the cheapest prices in the Burdekin
A fun weekend
Event Briefing (compulsory):
Friday, 22 May, 6:30pm
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So, Black Doggers are you READY? 2015 ride registration opens THIS SUNDAY, February 1! We're looking forward to having you join us again. Share this with all your cycling buddies and get them to come along too.
Check out our new and updated website, thanks to Verve Design. Doesn't it look great!
banishtheblackdog.org.au
The Banish the Black Dog Charity Bike Ride is a relaxed cycling tour promoted by the Rotary Club of Townsville Central to raise awareness of mental health issues in our community, and to raise funds to aid research into the causes and treatments of mental health disorders.
Thanks to TheGo Townsville for spreading the word about our ride! Have you checked out their page or their website? What a great resource for getting active in our beautiful city. Thanks guys!!
TheGo - Townsville's Active Community
thegotownsville.com.au
TheGo is Townsville's first and only online fitness and healthy lifestyle community. At thegotownsville.com.au, you'll find everything you need to know about getting out, getting active and giving it a Go.
Our thanks once again to Meteor Car and Truck Rentals for the donation of a trailer to get your luggage from Townsville to Ayr and back again. Meteor have been providing a trailer each year since the commencement of the Ride in 2009. Thank you Mike!
Website: www.1300meteor.com.au Meteor Car & Truck Rentals - the largest privately owned vehicle rental company operating in central & northern Queensland!
We have a winner of the $750 voucher for participating in the Charity Challenges and Wellbeing Survey conducted by Dr. Alexandra Coghlan, one of our riders. Check your inbox to see if it was you!
Thanks to everyone who participated in the survey. If you'd like to know more, send us an email: info@banishtheblackdog.org.au
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