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Pedal for Purpose


From June 14 to 21, 2025, a group of cyclists will ride ~857 km from Vancouver to Sherwood Park, not only for the thrill of the journey but to support A Safe Place, an organization dedicated to providing shelter, support, and resources for women and children fleeing domestic abuse.

Summary of the Route

Day                                                 Distance (km)                      Elevation Gain (m) Key Highlights

Day 1 – Sunday June 15
Vancouver to Whistler                             122 km           1,750 m                 Coastal views along Howe Sound

Day 2 - Monday, June 16
Whistler to Lillooet                                   130 km           2,400 m                 Duffey Lake Road Epic 1,300m climb

Day 3 - Tuesday, June 17
Lillooet to Kamloops                                170 km           1,800 m                 Rolling hills and valleys along rivers

Day 4 – Wednesday, June 18
Car Jump: Kamloops to Clearwater (~120 km)
Cycle: Clearwater to Blue River                108 km                 1,000 m               A peaceful ride through forests

Day 5 – Thursday, June 19
Blue River to Valemount                         90 km             900 m                    Historic area, mountain views

Day 6 – Friday, June 20
Car Jump: Valemount to Red Pass (50 km)
Cycle: Red Pass to Hinton                                         145 km                 1,000 m               Rest stop in a scenic town

Day 7 – Saturday, June 21
Car Jump: Hinton to Villeneuve (~230 km)
Cycle:
Villeneuve to Sherwood Park                      85 km                   400 m                   Fast, rolling roads to the finish

 

Total Journey

  • Total Cycling Distance: ~857 km

  • Total Elevation Gain: ~11,700 m

  • Total Car Jump Distance:

    • Kamloops to Clearwater: ~120 km

    • Valemount to Red Pass: ~50 km

    • Hinton to Villeneuve: ~230 km

 Lodging Summary

  • Day 1       Vancouver → Whistler                 Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa

  • Day 2       Whistler → Lillooet                       Retasket Lodge, Lillooet

  • Day 3       Lillooet → Kamloops                     Quality Inn, Kamloops

  • Day 4       Clearwater → Blue River             Mike Wiegele Resort, Blue River

  • Day 5       Blue River → Valemount              Super 8, Valemount

  • Day 6       Red Pass → Hinton                        Hinton Lodge, Hinton

🌟 A Huge Thank You to Our Amazing Sponsors! 🌟

Because of you, we’re not just riding—we’re making a difference! Your generosity fuels every pedal stroke, helping us ride ~892 km from Vancouver to Sherwood Park in support of A Safe Place, providing shelter and resources for women and children fleeing domestic abuse.

Thank you for believing in this cause and making an impact with every pedal stroke!

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