Wellington Down Syndrome Fun Day, 20 March 2011

[nieuwe]

WELLINGTON DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION
FAMILY WALK FUN DAY
TO BE HELD ON SUNDAY 20TH MARCH 2011
AT HARCOURT PARK UPPER HUTT


They are asking if anyone would be able to bring their bikes for the kids to sit on for photos. Most of these kids have never even sat on one and this would make their day. We will charge a small fee of 50 cents per photo and all proceeds will go to the WDSA. Anyone interested??? It's for a great cause. These guys get zero funding from the government. Would be between 11am and 12pm bbq provided dollar a sausie.

[MIXONE]

I'll keep a note of it.No promises but would like to help a good cause like this if I'm available.

[nieuwe]

The more the merrier, recon there's about 60 - 80 people gonna be there. Will be a good day... and the cause is well worth it. Even my sad little FZR will be showing itself. Can anyone put a attending thingy on this? I don't know how :(

[ScottL]

yip, ill be there!!!!!!

[cheshirecat]

Have things on but will try

[Crasherfromwayback]

Get hold of me at work, to give me a reminder. I'll see if Wellington HOG chapter could come along if you'd like them to?

Pete

Wellington Motorcycles

8010-725 DDI

[MIXONE]

Hey CFWB if you need someone to ride on of your demos to it I can probably accomodate...

[John_H]

I'll put it on the calendar.

[Maha]

What a brilliant idea, anything like that happening in the Auckland area?

[Trudes]

Maybe someone with a nice race bike might like to take it down, the kids might get a kick out of sitting on a real race bike!

[Number One]

Maybe someone with a nice race bike might like to take it down, the kids might get a kick out of sitting on a real race bike!

I'm thinking RANGI :eek:

[nieuwe]

An hour isn't long enough for this :) might as well say 11am onwards aye? make it a good day out of it. This money will go towards swimming, speech therapy etc etc as The down syndrome does not get ANY FUNDING...... So maybe I should try to organise a annual Down Syndrome bike ride???? Who would I talk to about that. anyone?

[nieuwe]

Maybe someone with a nice race bike might like to take it down, the kids might get a kick out of sitting on a real race bike!

Great idea. Sorry everyone, kinda new to this organising thing. I usually just turn up and ride lol.

[Maha]

Great idea. Sorry everyone, kinda new to this organising thing. I usually just turn up and ride lol.

Organising events is very easy, all you need is great idea (you have got that part covered) now you need the right people to get in behind that idea and make it happen, any more than say 3-4 people and you start to run into trouble. Keep it simple and try not to expand or wander to far from the original idea. Basically thats it.

[Trudes]

I'm thinking RANGI :eek:

I was thinking something real cool like nice Repsol Honda or a sexy Ducati or something, not a shitty little MB100 (I can't believe I just called my Rangi shitty, but he's really not that impressive when you compare him to a GSXR in full race trim, as much as that really does pain me to say) ;)
Oh and I'll be racing that day.

[Fatt Max]

What a brilliant idea, anything like that happening in the Auckland area?

Been thinking about this one, inviting some kids out to see the bikes one day while we are out and about. I dunno, have a bit of a dya trip and stop off at some places just for a show, might work eh

[nieuwe]

I think Auckland is having the same kind of day for the down syndrome kids. A "fun day walk ". Not sure who you'd talk to up there though

[AprilliaGAZ]

Ill bring the noisy bike and a paddock stand as like the rider my bike somedays has issues standing up.

[rachprice]

I unfortunately am heading up to gisborne for my paeds run

That and my bike is a little weathered though I reckon it looks cool and sounds cool

[Crasherfromwayback]

I unfortunately am heading up to gisborne for my paeds run

That and my bike is a little weathered though I reckon it looks cool

That'll be fun in the sun!

It does with you on it...:bleh:

[nieuwe]

Awesome guys. haven't got a lot of new info yet cos "the boss" is away in aussie ... lucky b****H . When she's back I'll tell you all everything :) any question just txt me on 0277337227 I'll try to answer them. Her husband can answer some stuff. location etc. etc

[nieuwe]

OK guys here's the full info on the whole deal.

cheers
Nieuwe


On Sunday 20th March 2011 the Wellington Down Syndrome Association (WDSA) is having a Family fun walk day in conjunction with world down syndrome day.

Walking any distance can be challenging for many people living with Down syndrome. Our family walk is designed to give these special individuals a chance to walk alongside their families and Concluding with a barbecue, picnic and fun day all held at Upper Hutt’s Harcourt Park Upper Hutt.

Anyone can participate in the Family Fun Walk and its purpose is three-fold:
• Brings families together
• Promotes awareness of Down syndrome within the wider community by celebrating these people through a fully joint event.
• Assists in raising funds for the Wellington Down Syndrome Association (WDSA) who in turn provide support and information for families

Statistically approximately one in 700 to 1000 live births is affected by Down syndrome. It crosses gender, race and socio-economic level and is the most frequently occurring chromosomal abnormality. However people living with Down syndrome have their own gifts and can live very full lives with community help and support.

In order for the family Walk to take place the Wellington Down Syndrome Association (WDSA) needs support from businesses and the local community. The Wellington Down Syndrome Association (WDSA) is a non profit organisation and receives no government funding and is entirely dependant on donations and the goodwill of people like you.

Your support can help in the following ways:
• Prizes for our raffles
• A monetary donation towards the organisation of this event
• Volunteering to assist on the day

To show our sincere appreciation for you assistance, we will in turn provide free advertising for your business including:
• Your business signage displayed (please provide us with suitable signage)
• Recognition of your business on our website
• Recognition of your business in the Wellington Down Syndrome Association (WDSA) newsletter
• Your business provided promotional mater can be distributed during the event

The family Walk is a positive, fun and heart-warming day and I welcome your company/organisation to become involved and for you and your family and friends to attend. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you require more information.

Thank you for your support


Helen Elliott
Co-ordinator – Wellington Down Syndrome Association
Phone: 04 564 6806
Mobile: 027 333 678 77
E-mail:

[nudemetalz]

Count me in !!
I'll be there.

I'm sure they'll like to sit on a fire-engine red Moto Guzzi :)

[nieuwe]

Small suggestion to all. If you got a rear stand thingy. Please bring it. Prob a lot safer lol

[nieuwe]

Last update. Gonna now be free motorbikes for kids to look at. Raffles will held for some about 10 prizes $2 each ticket and $1 a sausie sizzle and $1 drinks. and bouncy castle. basically having fun day for the down syndrome kids. Please note no 2nd day if it raining it's off!!

[AprilliaGAZ]

Will be there Helen and have the trucks there for the kids to have photo's taken with as well.

Gary