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Motorcyclists Fighting Blindness
43 years later... We're still here, our mission is not complete.  But now each year we are moving faster and faster towards the cures.  Now we are hearing about and even seeing results.  Because of research funded by Canadians through Riders & Friends of Ride for Sight, Scientists have a clearer understanding into many of the causes of blindness, needed treatments are being developed, and in some cases - sight has been restored.
There is still time to join Jerry and Cliff on the Canadian Fundraising Team.  You don't need to have an incredible goal like Jerry - all fundraising through Ride for Sight is appreciated.  Give it a try, you'll be surprised how easy it is.  One share of your Personal Fundraising Page on your Facebook Page can motivate people to give. 

Anyone raising $250 or more on their ONLINE Fundraising Page by August 1, will receive a Ride for Sight Flashlight Multi Tool.  

If you want some help setting up your page, and learning the ropes, give us a call, 7 days a week, 10am - 10pm EST.  
1-800-461-3331 Ext. 224.

If you don't plan on Fundraising this year, please consider making a donation to one of the Riders who are.


Start your ONLINE FUNDRAISING today.
 

Very sad news
out of Alberta.


In May, our Friend and past
Ride for Sight Alberta Volunteer, Judy Nevard, passed.


Our most sincere condolences to Judy's husband Ron, and all her family
and friends.


It was wonderful to see Alberta Riders out in force to pay their respects.
Thank You Broil King BBQ!

Whether you plan to be one of the "100" at the Celebration August 13th weekend in Fenelon Falls or not, Ontario Riders who raise $75 or more will have a chance to ride away with this beautiful BBQ from Broil King BBQ! Raise that $75 ONLINE and you'll receive an extra chance to WIN!  
Donations must be in by August 6, 2021.  You do not need to be at the Celebration to Win!

You can check out everything that Broil King has to offer here:  Broil King BBQ

ONLINE FUNDRAISE 
add extra chances to WIN!


Congrats to all that had $100 or more ONLINE before Mother's Day - you each received a chance on a beautiful Harley Davidson Watch made by Bulova. 

And the winner is: 

Donna Skinner of Innisfil, Ontario

Thank You Giant Tiger
Sutton, Ontario!


Thanks to the generosity of Giant Tiger of Sutton, whether you plan to be one of the "100" at the Celebration August 13th weekend in Fenelon Falls or not, Ontario Riders who raise $150 or more will have a chance to ride away with a $25 Gift Certificate for Giant Tiger!  
Donations must be in by August 6, 2021.  You do not need to be at the Celebration to Win!


 
Glenn Dixon, Manager of Giant Tiger, Sutton, ON and James "Pegleg" Page, Ride for Sight Coordinator
 
July Flashback Contest
Name That Provincial Ride

What Celebration are these photos from.  Send your answer to info@rideforsight.com - One winner will be drawn.




Flashback Photo Contest Winner

Congrats to Mary Chaffey of Gander, Newfoundland and Labrador, who rides away with this 2020 shirt, for naming the correct people in the flashback photo of Ride for Sight Newfoundland & Labrador!



 
Every day, people lose their sight to preventable blindness.  

The financial burden to our Canadian health care system, individuals, families, and communities is in the billions. Three out of four, if diagnosed early can stabilize their sight with "research-delivered treatments" available today!

We’re calling on all Riders and Canadians to join us in the fight against blindness. We’re demanding of the government - fulfill a commitment, made 3 times since 2003 - develop a National Vision Health Plan.

Do this, before another person unnecessarily goes blind!

To have your voice heard visit: STOP VISION LOSS    ...because you can!
Spots are filling up, less than 10 spots now available.

Avoid disappointment, get Pre-Registered if you want to participate at the Celebration.

If you are already Pre-Registered and have changed your mind about attending,
lease reach out and let us know, so that we can open your spot up to another Rider!


Pre-Register - if you have any problems, give Brenda a call 1-800-461-3331 Ext. 224.


We'll be following all local and provincial health guidelines - to keep Riders, Friends, Volunteers
and the local Community we celebrate in safe. 


Due to the many approvals required from the local municipalities and health authorities, and on-site logistics planning, if we are able to open the Celebration up to more Riders - it will be to a very limited number
and it will still be based on a Pre-Registration entry also.


For our new Riders, the video below will give you an idea of what you'll be enjoying...
Saddle Up Riders - It's #43


August 13 & 14th
Entertainment

You can check out
all the great bands
playing the Celebration
in Fenelon Falls
HERE!
Saddle Up Riders!  Let's Play Poker!
Don't have the time to spend the whole weekend with us?

Join us for the Ride for Sight Poker Run, Saturday August 14th, register and pick up your 1st Card between 9:30 - 10:30 at the Fenelon Falls Legion.

GTAMotorcycle.com
and Sharp Rider Motorcycle Training are the Prize Sponsors this year! $250 for the Best Hand, $100 for the 2nd Best Hand. And some other small prizes will be available.

Anyone is welcome to participate. Riders who are part of the "100" Celebration receive 1 Hand FREE. For those not participating at the Celebration the cost is $25/hand.
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