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Westdale Reformed Church

201 Paradise Rd N, Hamilton ON

L8S 3T3

905-527-0998

Micah House is so grateful to partner with long-time supporter, Westdale Reformed Church, for this years' Ride for Refuge.

Westdale is making us welcome in their beautiful facility, positioned perfectly for both our participating walkers and cyclists.

This is both the start and the finish for all routes.

There is ample parking and access to washrooms.

Schedule

• 3:00 pm: Meet Check-in opens

• 4:00 pm: Move Opening remarks + send-off

• 5:00 pm: Munch Light meal served

• 6:00 pm: Mosey Go Home!

Check-in

• All participants will check-in personally at the event on Saturday, October 1, 2022.

• T-shirts! Fundraising participants who raise $150+ (or $75+ for those under 18) will receive a RIDE shirt as a thank you on Event Day, while supplies last.

• There is no registration fee to participate in the Ride for Refuge, but most participants raise $250-300 or more in support of their charity.

• No money or cheques will be processed at check-in.

Waivers

All participants should register online and accept the electronic waiver.

• Adults: When you register online, you will automatically accept an electronic waiver, which is all that is needed for adults.

• Youth/Children: If you have youth or children on your team, they will need to have their parent or guardian sign a printed paper waiver.

• Someone on your team (like you!) must take a photo of all child/youth waivers and send them to waivers@rideforrefuge.org.

• Waivers will be available at check-in on Event Day.

Route Details

• Route Distances: We have great routes where you can walk 2.5 or 5 km or bike 10 or 20 km.

• Rest Stops: There will be one rest stop on each route with yummy snacks and drinks.

• Signage: Routes will be well-signed with our bold orange RIDE signs.

• Route Support: Route marshals, rest stop hosts, and support vehicle drivers will provide support along the route.

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

What to Bring

A few common sense suggestions:

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

• Your bike and helmet or walking shoes

• Extra snacks if you have allergies or food sensitivities

• Your own water bottle

• Warm layers with moisture-repelling clothing. Early October weather can be cool, with rain and wind. The weather might also be gorgeous and sunny. So be sure to keep your eye on the forecast.

• A passion for the charity you're walking and fundraising for!