Kick-Off: May 18, 2008 in Miami
Arrival: May 31, 2008 in Tallahassee
Team Size: 30 Cyclists/7 Crew
Fund Raising: $2,250-Cyclists and $750-Crew
Days: 16
Miles: 800
The true story of Push America’s Cycling Events is the exciting line-up
of special events in which the teams participate in after each day’s
ride. Here are the events and activities the team will participate in during
their travels across Florida.
Community and Arrival Events – Proclamations declaring
Push America Day, parades, wheelchair basketball games, bicycle safety seminars
and pool parties are examples of the types of community events scheduled.
These exciting events allow us to highlight the local efforts of the organizations
that support people with disabilities.
Kids on the Block puppet shows – At many events, Kids on the Block puppet shows for children are performed. This show focuses on the abilities of people with disabilities and allows children to ask questions to the puppets that they might not have been comfortable asking otherwise.
Friendship Visits – From barbecues to fireside sing-a-longs, to dinners and dances, the team spends time enjoying the friendships made with the people for whom they are riding. Cycling 100 miles in one day is well worth it when you arrive into a city and there is a smiling face there to thank you!
