Helping homeless might win you a bike

Posted September 17, 2014 11:00 pm

Submitted by P.A.D.S. of McHenry County

Win a bike by helping the Homeless of McHenry County. Pedal for PADS is an annual bike-athon devoted to supporting P.A.D.S. of McHenry County. This year, the event will begin at 9 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 21, at Larsen Park in Lake in the Hills, and continue along the McHenry County Prairie Trail. A map of the trails will be provided. The ride will span 36 miles for advanced riders, 18 miles out and back, with mile markers at each mile. Younger and less experienced riders will have shorter options.

All participants are encouraged to collect pledges to help raise more money for homeless services through McHenry County PADS. A grand prize will be awarded to the individual that raises the most money.

Register at pedal4pads.org. Registration fees are $19; $75 for a family of five, two adults and three children; and $85 for a team of six riders or fewer.

It is recommended that all riders wear helmets. All riders 12 and younger must be accompanied and supervised by an adult on the ride.

When you return from your ride, stay for a while to celebrate with a special musical guest, kids' bike parade, raffles and lunch. Volunteers are welcome to be a part of the Pedal for PADS team. Contact Larry Ferrarini at pedal4pads@gmail.com or call (312) 523-4323 for more information.

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