4th Annual New York Snow Run
March 1st, 2008
The Ole Barn in Inlet,
New York.
4th Annual New York Snow Run raises
$56,000 to benefit the Pink Ribbon Riders organization
for individuals battling breast cancer.
The passion of
snowmobiling brought 300 participants together this weekend
to the Ole Barn in Inlet, New York. Participants traveled
from as far a way as Michigan to attend. But it was more
than just a snowmobile ride, the riders gathered to ride
in honor and in memory of those that we love. The snowmobile
ride called the "Snow Run" is an organized
snowmobile ride featuring different rider ability groups
that are guided by trail leaders throughout the gorgeous
trails of Inlet and Olde Forge, New York.
Groups are
divided into 10 to 12 people per group as it is a great
way of meeting new friends while keeping their ride experience
personal. Groups are named from the "Speed Bumps" all
the way to what is called "Hooter Haulers".
The event weekend kicked off with
a welcome party on Friday evening with light food, live
music and giveaways. A special presentation of financial
assistance was made by the Pink Ribbon Riders to a local
volunteer Breast Cancer support group on Friday evening.
The support groups meets once a week to lend support
to each other as they talk about their struggles but
most important their accomplishments as they kick the
disease!
On Saturday morning 300 participants
took to their snowmobiles to ride in honor and in memory,
some participants decorated their buggies to provide
even more spirit for the ride. Riders were treated to
a guest appearance from the Groomer from the Inlet Barnstormers
that also tricked out himself with ribbons and more!
The day went quick as more than 100
+ miles were done by groups. But they did take a break
to be treated to lunch that was hosted by the Snowmobile
Club the Barnstormers. And after the riding was done
they returned at 5pm to the Ole Barn for a dinner awards
banquet.
Awards for best decorated sled, best
moment of the day and even a pink tattoo contest was
held. Each year a top fundraiser award is presented to
one special person that raised the most funds for the
cause, and this year Reata Patterson from the Watertown,
NY area won. The award and prize was sponsored by Camoplast
Tracks and Woodys Inc. Reata raised $6,058 for the cause.
Reata was also presented with a Pink Ribbon Riders unique
snowflake pin.
A survivor assistance presentation
was made at dinner to Jane Cameron and Lisa Parker of
$500 each.The assistance they received is from
the Pink Ribbon Riders Assistance Fund that is available
to anyone diagnosed in the USA that applies. Please see
the website www.pinkribbonriders.com for more information.
The event grand total is at $56,000
and still counting! A truly amazing day as snowmobile
riders came together through the love and passion of
snowmobiling to ride for a cause of people helping people.
A true grass roots effort came together on this day.
Pink Ribbon Riders would like to
thank all of the volunteers that committed their personal
time and support through out the year and this past weekend
to make the 4th Annual New York Snow Run a success.
For
more information on the event and pictures to be posted
shortly, please visit www.pinkribbonriders.com.
The Pink
Ribbon Riders creates awareness of breast cancer to both
men and women in the motorsports industry while raising
funds for those in need. In combining these two goals
we hope to bring people in the community closer as this
disease not only affects those diagnosed but everyone
who loves them.
Pink Ribbon Riders is a 501 C (3)
non for profit organization.
