All,
I had a challenging year in 2023, which ultimately led to being diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma and being prescribed a chemotherapy regimen that started at the beginning of September. Fortunately, we caught this relatively early, effective treatment is available and the prognosis is good!!
In February 2024 I completed my last of 12 chemotherapy treatments and had a PET scan. I am very happy and grateful to report I am IN REMISSION!!!
That said, the cancer journey for me and those with other types of cancers and treatments is NO JOKE! I have been incredibly fortunate to be surrounded by amazing family, friends and medical care givers! One of the amazing organizations I was referred to early on was the Cape Wellness Collaborative who offers free-of-charge integrative wellness therapies and support for anyone in our community facing cancer. https://www.capewellness.org/
I recently learned there is a charity bike ride in September 2024 that will raise donations for many non-profit organizations on Cape Cod, including the Cape Wellness Collaborative. Given my cycling background, this is the perfect opportunity to ride and give back to this amazing organization.
I have organized a team called "Team Care Bear". I have set a personal goal to ride the Second Cycle Challenge, 69 mile route from Sandwich to Provincetown and raise $2000. I will ride with some of my cloest friends and supporters to raise money for the Cape Wellness Collaborative!
Any amount you can give will go directly to help other Cape Cod residents and caregivers to help them through their battle with beating cancer.
Thank you!
Karen ("Care Bear")
Cape Wellness Collaborative - Second Summer Cycle
Cape Cod's Second Summer Cycle
A Charity Ride Benefitting 19 Cape Cod Non-Profit Organizations
The Second Summer Cycle is the perfect event for riders of all levels, offering a picturesque journey through 11 historic Cape Cod towns and a strong commitment to rider safety. Three distances are being offered, 33, 69, and 100 miles with the final stop being a celebration at Motta Field in beautiful Provincetown. Dance to the music of Sarah Swain and the Oh Boys, use your $30 worth of vouchers provided as part of your registration to purchase food from 4 different food trucks, to include cold beverages provided by Barnstable Brewing Company, with Second Summer Cycle cans as memorabilia!
Nineteen Cape Cod non-profit organizations will benefit from the monies generated by the riders, each of whom is asked to raise at least $250 for their non-profit of choice, or to be disseminated across all 19 charities, in addition to the registration fee.
Ample hydration and nutrition stops will be strategically positioned along the course, along with medical and physical therapy stations equipped with tents and tables to ensure participants' comfort and well-being.
Don't miss your chance to be part of the Second Summer Cycle on September 15th, 2024!
Links for the ride maps are as follows:
Hosted by: Second Summer Cycle, LLC, a 501c3, non-profit organization.
Beneficiaries: All money raised by the riders will be paid directly to the beneficiaries. Riders are expected to raise at least $250.00 each, and each beneficiary team is expected to raise $5,000.00.
Pricing:
- Century (100 miles): $125.00
- Metric Century Plus (69 miles): $95.00
- 33 Mile Ride: $80.00
Return to the starts: Bus transportation will be provided back to the starts along with trucks for your bikes. If you wish, you may have someone meet you at the finish line, where they may purchase a $30 packet of food truck vouchers to be used at Motta Field. Bus transportation back to the starts costs $20.00 per person, which includes both bus and bike transportation. The bikes will be in a separate vehicle.
Safety: We will have marshals at every turn to help guide riders, and motorcyclists will be patrolling the entire course.
Support services: Bike shops will be represented along the course to help with any technical issues. There will also be SAG vehicles to help riders who need support or a pickup along the course.
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Cape Wellness Collaborative is participating in the Second Summer Cycle to raise funds for the community of people who use our services.
The Cape Wellness Collaborative (CWC) provides integrative therapies and care, nourishing meals, yoga, support groups and more for people facing cancer in our community.
Integrative care includes therapies such as massage, acupuncture, reiki, yoga, and myofascial release, etc. These treatments significantly relieve the symptoms and side effects of navigating cancer treatment and recovery. Our goal is to give our clients more tools for fighting cancer and feeling better while doing so.
CWC partners with skilled local practitioners in order to provide these therapies, and we cover the cost. We currently serve about 780 people each year, and have provided over 7,000 handcrafted nutritious meals.