Hope River Classic Completed

It was Saturday August 19th, a beautiful day without a cloud in the sky. A perfect day for a walk in the country. I was joined by my friend David S and as we drove up to the Legion Hall we saw a few people milling about. As we waited more people arrived and the start area was becoming very crowded. Start time was set for 10am and David and I decided to walk the 8 km route. The route took us along the Hope River and through the beautiful Fraser Valley with the mountains as the backdrop. Damn I am lucky to live in such a wonderful place.

After we finished our walk and returned to the start area, David and I were discussing the variety of people in attendance, there were all ages from young children to retired folks. It was nice to see entire families participating and the enthusiasm from the participants and the volunteers was incredible to experience. The registered attendance was 270 people and I am sure there was 300 or more, as I am sure some folks were not registered and over $13,000 was raised for Spina Bifida. For a first time event those are incredible numbers. A big pat on the back for Brad Hagkull, the organizers and volunteers for putting together such a great event.

I would like to thank my friend Jim and my Aunt Pauline for sponsoring me and I want to thank my friend David who walked with me. And always I appreciate the support and friendship of all of my friends and family. Thank you one and all for everything, I am a lucky person to have such great people in my life.