Calgary

2019 RIDE Photos

About Blue Sea Calgary

Blue Sea Foundation is proud to play host to our 7th annual Ride for Refuge in wonderful Calgary

Welcome! Blue Sea doesn't actively fundraise in this event but through our generous sponsors and with the leadership of our event director Samantha Jones and friends, we work hard with 70 needed volunteers to plan and lead a great event for the expected 30+ charities, team captains and 450+ participants who fundraise more than $150,000 plus each fall. #Calgaryproud #oct5 #ride19 #RFRyyc

Community Sponsors

Calgary is super grateful for our fantastic 2019 sponsors! View all sponsors >

Calgary Scoreboard

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Calgary Maps

All routes are generously marked with bright RIDE signage, staffed by friendly volunteers, and include rest stops with snacks along the way.

Event Day Details

Save the date - RIDE Day is October 5, 2019!

A big thanks to the 57 team captains, 257+ participants, 22 charities and 50+ volunteers coming this Saturday - looking forward to seeing you all there!

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WestLife Church

32242 Township Rd 245

Calgary AB T3Z 2N9

Attendees park at schools across the street.

Times

Here's the schedule for the RIDE:

• 8:30 am - Registration opens

• 9:30 am - Opening Ceremonies

• 9:45 am - SEND-OFF (all distances)

• 10:45 am - Registration closes

• 11:00 am - Lunch service begins

• 2:30 pm - Lunch service ends

• 2:30pm - Route closes

Yummy Food

• There will be snacks at rest stops, and lunch will be available for participants when they return from their ride or walk.

• We are not able to accommodate food sensitivities/allergies. If you have a dietary restriction, bring along some extra food/snacks.

Yummy Food

• There will be snacks at rest stops, and lunch will be available for participants when they return from their ride or walk.

• We are not able to accommodate food sensitivities/allergies. If you have a dietary restriction, bring along some extra food/snacks.

Registration

Parking for attendees is at Springbank Middle School or Elbow Valley Elementary School. You can drop your bike off or walk it over after parking

All riders, walkers, and volunteers must:

• Check in

• Wear their event wristband once registered

• Participants 12 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

Fundraising Minimums + Registration Fees:

• Children 0-10: Free to participate (but you’ll have to fundraise $75 to earn a t-shirt)

• Youth 11-17: Fundraise $75 or more to earn your RIDE t-shirt or pay the $25 registration fee

• Adults 18+: Fundraise $150 or more to earn the RIDE t-shirt or pay the $25 registration fee

• Note: The registration fee increases to $40 on Monday, September 30th.

RIDE T-Shirts

RIDE T-shirts are available on event day (while supplies last) and are available in sizes Youth S to Adult 3XL.

Route Details

(+Route Options include:)

• 10 km RIDE

• 25 km RIDE

• 50 km RIDE (loop 25 KM twice)

• 5 km WALK

Scroll down to view or print route maps - Coming Soon

• Rest stops are available on all routes.

• Route marshalls, rest stop attendants and sweep vehicle drivers will provide support along the route.

• All participants 12 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

• Joggers are permitted on the walk route but must head to the front of the group.

What to Bring

• Cheques made out to Ride for Refuge and cash donations

• A completed Pledge Form or My Results Form if you’re bringing cash or cheques

• A signed Waiver Form if:

• You're 17 years and under, or

• You didn’t sign up online before event day

• A cell phone for emergencies (recommended but not required)

• A helmet is mandatory for all riders

• Extra food or snacks if you have allergies or food sensitivities

• Your bike or walking shoes

• Your own water bottle, filled with icy cold water

• A passion for the charity you're riding or walking for

• Warm layers with moisture-repelling clothing in case it's cold or windy. Late September can be cool, with rain and wind. The weather might also be gorgeous and sunny. Be sure to keep your eye on the forecast!

Contact Us

Calgary

Samantha Jones Location Director
Toll Free 1.877.743.3413 / Phone 403.401.7731
Email samantha@blueseaphilanthropy.org