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Congratulations La Crosse Ride to Cure Diabetes Participants!

Team Western Wisconsin put on a fabulous show in La Crosse this past weekend at the Ride to Cure Diabetes!  Our 36 riders met or exceeded their goals on a positively FANTASTIC Mighty Mississippi 100-mile course in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa. Coaches Joe Brady and Jeanne Grist ensured that all participants finished the ride safe and sound. 

Special thanks to the Western Wisconsin volunteers who manned rest stop #2 with great Midwest flare and fun! 

To read about the journey and see many great photos and videos, visit the JDRF Ride to Cure Facebook page by clicking here.

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Pulling for a cure

Truck and Tractor Pull ~ Pulling for a cure
NTPA Member state event

Jefferson County Fairgrounds
503 N Jackson, Jefferson, WI

August 28, 2010
Saturday, 6:00 pm

Two Wheel Drive Trucks
Light Super Stock Tractors
Heavy Super Stock Tractors
Super Farm Tractors

Admission: Adults $10.00 Children 8 years and younger FREE!!!!!

Pulling for a Cure

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How to make a Walk video

Walk Central has some great resources including information and scripts to help create a “video letter” to help with your fundraising for the 2010 JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes.

If you make a video, please send a link to the JDRF office (westernwi@jdrf.org) so we can post it on our chapter website.

Click here for information on How to Make a Video Letter

Click here to view other Fundraising Tips

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La Crosse, WI Ride to cure starts today!

The Western Wisconsin chapter of JDRF has 34 Riders participating in this ride! Go team Go!

Three States….Two Bridges…One Mighty River!!!

La Crosse, Wi, is an historic, vibrant city with a flair for the old but sprinkled with the new. Nestled between the bluffs of Wisconsin and the Mississippi River, riders will navigate a course that starts in La Crosse and crosses three states, two bridges and one mighty river. Perfect for the entire family!  Discover why cyclists say riding in La Crosse constitutes some of the best biking in the Midwest.

For More information visit the La Crosse, WI Ride page

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La Crosse Ride to Cure Diabetes – Volunteer Opportunities

August 12-14   There has been much excitement about the Ride to Cure Diabetes coming to La Crosse.  If you or others in your family are interested in volunteering, please contact Shari Liebe, volunteer coordinator, at liebe@tds.net or 608-235-8818.  

She will need to know the days and times that you’re available, assignment preferences, and names/ages of the volunteers.  If you are bringing small children with you, we recommend volunteering at the start/finish line.  Some of the volunteer opportunities include:

  • Rider goody bag distribution on Friday afternoon
  • Work at one of the rest stops on Saturday
  • Cheer on Riders at the start/finish line on Saturday
  • Assist in bike room/SAG support (must have first aid and bicycle maintenance experience, appropriate vehicle with bike rack)

Please note that all Ride volunteers are responsible for their own transportation, lodging, and meals.

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Burlington, Vt Ride to cure starts today!

Burlington, Vt, one of the premier cycling destinations in the United States, offers “classic New England” cycling on some of the most scenic roads in Vermont. The JDRF new course follows more than 100 miles through historic villages featuring covered bridges and flowing rivers. Take in spectacular views while cycling along a relatively flat course through the pristine Champlain Valley.

Located on the eastern shore of Lake Champlain between the Adirondack and Green Mountains, Burlington is one of America’s most beautiful cities. Burlington has long been known as Vermont’s Queen City. It’s the home of the University of Vermont, Champlain College, Community College of Vermont and Burlington College and attracts a variety of musical, theater and other cultural events.

The core of this vibrant city’s downtown is the Church Street Marketplace. Its cross-streets are the meeting place for Burlington, where grand architecture of the past blends with the artistic and commercial vibrancy of the present. With 40 specialty shops and 15 national retailers, it is any shopper’s dream! Burlington’s nearby waterfront is home to parks, a walking/bike path, fine restaurants, ferry crossings and cruise boats.

For More information visit the Burlington JDRF Ride page

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Register Today for the Walk to Cure Diabetes

Madison: Sunday, September 26 at Warner Park
Eau Claire: Sunday, September 12 at Carson Park **NEW DATE**
La Crosse: Sunday, October 3 at Myrick Park

Nick Jonas, of the Jonas Brothers, has been named as the National Chair of the Walk to Cure Diabetes. Nick was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes four years ago when he was 13 years old. In this role, Nick will help JDRF increase participation and fundraising in its annual Walks, held in more than 200 locations worldwide. Nearly 500,000 people took part in the Walk to Cure Diabetes last year, raising some $75 million. The Walk draws people together in a healthy activity for a worthy cause, raising money to help find a cure for diabetes. It’s fun for families and builds camaraderie among company employees. Above all, it’s an event you will feel good about being a part of. Register today by visiting walk.jdrf.org

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Western Wisconsin Ride Team Now on Facebook

Past, current and future riders are encouraged to be a part of our Ride community on Facebook! To join us, click here.  Team Western Wisconsin has 34 riders heading to La Crosse and 35 riders heading to Death Valley.  While the Death Valley location is full, there is still time to get in on the fun for La Crosse.  To register, visit http://ride.jdrf.org or contact the office for more information.

La Crosse, WI: August 12-15
Death Valley, CA: October 14-17

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Thunder Run on Channel 15

Thank you NBC 15 for covering this year’s Thunder Run:

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Diamonds in the Rough Golf Classic RSVPs due 7/12/10

Diamonds in the Rough Golf Classic

Monday, July 26 at 11:45am

Bishops Bay Country Club, 3500 Bishops Drive, Middleton

The Friends of JDRF will host its 7th Annual Golf Classic to benefit the JDRF Western Wisconsin Chapter.  The event is planned and executed by volunteers and includes eighteen holes of golf at one of the best rated courses in Wisconsin, lunch, silent auction, dinner and fabulous prizes. Click here for more information.

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