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 WELCOME TO THE GREAT LAKE WALK to be held on
the third Saturday of September
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Comments from Times Colonist in 2008
Inspired To Walk for Those Who Can't ....Until we have no Reason to Walk"
From: Barbara Pander (written to her mother Joan Henn)
Well, even though we have you down on record as not doing this again next year, if you are still
going strong I would like to try again next year. You have got to do this until you are 80.
We figured out that you walked 5.4 km per hour ( a normal person goes about 5.0 but not for 10 friggin' hours!!). Do you have a catheter on your leg? Are you cheating? I'm gonna watch you more closely, if I can keep up!
I strongly recommend the Epsom salts and don't be shy about the amounts. You have to put 2
cups of the stuff in hot water and soak for at least 20 minutes to get the effects. I hope you
aren't too sore. submitted by Joan Henn Walker # 939 who crossed the finish line at 10:38:34
Hi there. I am one of the walkers that struggled to make it across the finish line.
What kept me going was the support of the friends I was walking with and the multitudes of friendly, encouraging and
exceptional volunteers I encountered along the way.
I can't express my gratitude enough nor my awe at how many volunteers were at registration
the night before and back at 4am the morning of, at rest stops with a smile and a drink and waiting at the finish line hooting & clapping.
The
walk was challenging but you all made it an accomplishment. Kudos to all who helped out - you are heroes!!
Caroline Robinson Walker # 1079 arriving at the finish line at 12:37:38
The volunteers who put on the Great Lake Walk are fantastic people! They were friendly, there was lots of food and drink and plenty of
encouragement.
The event was extremely well organized and the volunteers deserve a tremendous amount of praise for their good work. It is not just
the walkers who raise the funds for charity but it is also the volunteers because without them there would be no event.
Thank you so much for a wonderful event, your hospitality and your warms smiles and encouragement!!!
Submitted by Andy Sibbald Walker # 1107 crossing the finish line at 10:35:51
Dear People,
Once again, Jill(1105) and I (1104) had a great time in the 2010 walk, after a break of five years. The event is a wonderful challenge for the competitors and we're sure a huge challenge for the people making it work so well.
Your volunteers are amazing and kept our energy levels up and our spirits high along the entire route. Please keep up the great work
and we'll see you again.
Submitted by Dave and Jill crossing the finish line together at 09:29:28
Another superbly organized event- thank you all so much.
I've done the Great Lake Walk 3 or 4 times, and the volunteers seemed even more friendly and helpful than before!
Submitted by James Griffin reaching the finish line at an amazing 06:36:35
To all the GLW organizers, volunteers, and sponsors;
We want to THANK ALL OF YOU for a great 2010 GLW! Despite the rain,
we had a great time on this years walk.
All the rest stop volunteers were a fantastic group of people whose cheering and encouragement
motivated us throughout the course of the walk. The finish-line cheering made all the effort and exhaustion fade away, and we were
just happy to be part of your community for the day!
Keep up the excellent work and we hope to see you next year!
Submitted by Jim Myhill-Jones Walker #1036 finishing the walk in 08:29:12
Hi:
I completed the 2010 walk yesterday and wish to know when the results
will be posted.
Also, I would like to extend a GREAT BIG thank you to everyone involved in making the walk a most enjoyable experience. From
start to finish all the volunteers were so encouraging and helpful and fun!
Apart from the 2 blisters and the muscles aches this morning, I
had a great time!!
Thank you all again.
Submitted by Lesley Blackman Walker #833 Crossing the finish line in 11:24:41
Hello! I was a participant from Pearson College in this year's Great Lake Walk and I wanted to
let you know how much I truly enjoyed the experience.
The volunteers were the most enthusiastic, supportive, and friendly staffers I could have imagined. The food and
accommodations were also excellent! I really, truly appreciate all of the hard work you put into the event. Your kindness and efforts will be remembered and cherished as I spread the word about the GLW.
Thank you for one of the most memorable and rewarding days of my life!
Keep up the great work!
Submitted by Liz Welliver of Pearson College
Thank you to all the organizers and volunteers - what an amazing event!
The volunteers at the rest stops and along the route were so encouraging, you got us to the finish line.
Is it possible to buy a copy of the photo taken at the finish line?
Thanks again for hosting the Great Lake Walk, we had a "great" time.
Bob and Laurel Hendry
We had another fundraiser for Children's Hospital the day after the walk and were able to raise another $330.00 plus a few more donations rolled in from family and friends over the past couple of days that put us over $3500.00 between the 2 of us.
We were very impressed with the organization of this walk, all of the voluntyeers and everything that goes into putting on an event of that magnitude. This was our first year and although it was very grueling and difficult on both of us, I am sure we will do it again.
Thank you so much,
Brian and Kristin Schick
Nanaimo
This comment is from one of the many volunteers of the 2010 Walk.
Vee and the others of THE COWICHAN VALLEY DRAGON DIVAS were there to greet the walkers at rest Stop # 7.
Just a great big thank you for the beautiful Michaela Davidson plaque! It just arrived in perfect condition (great wrapping job!)We
are delighted to support the Great Walk, and look forward to next year!
Best wishes,
Vee Cooper
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