Ramesh Ferris

Cycle to Walk aims to raise funds and awareness to forward the global eradication of polio, to educate about the continuing need for immunization against polio and to support the rehabilitation of polio survivors in poor countries.

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Day 58 - Brandon, Manitoba - Non-Cycling Day

by Ramesh Ferris, posted in Road Updates - Sun, June 8, 2008

The first thing we did this morning was take a trip to the hospital to remove my cast. Yeah! After an assessment, I was told to take care when walking, to wrap my ankle with Tensor Bandages, and to wear a supportive walking shoe for the next couple of weeks. From the Brandon Hospital it was off to St. George`s Anglican Church where I caught the tail-end of the service and had an opportunity to spread the message of Cycle to Walk with the Reverend Jim Brown and his parishioners.

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Day 57 - Brandon, Manitoba - 52 km

by Ramesh Ferris, posted in Road Updates - Sat, June 7, 2008

Today was a nice relaxing ride into the Brandon area. Residents of Brandon were introduced to the Cycle to Walk polio campaign on the air waves thanks to AM CKLQ 880 and STAR 94.7 FM. Thanks to both radio stations for the Cycle to Walk promotions. Many people honked their horns, gave a thumbs-up, and cheered as we approached the Brandon area. After an interview with CKX TV, the team enjoyed a leisurely evening with our hosts Linda Wilkins from the Post Polio Network of Manitoba, and Reverend Jim Brown and his wife Jackie from St. George’s Anglican Church.

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Day 56 - Virden, MB - 89 km

by Ramesh Ferris, posted in Road Updates - Fri, June 6, 2008

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Today was one of only three days since we hit the prairies that there was no easterly headwind to battle. What a treat! The western winds were blowing strong all day, providing tailwinds that helped me hand cycle 89 km in 3 hrs and 29 min.

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Day 55 - Moosomin, SK - 73 km

by Ramesh Ferris, posted in Road Updates - Thu, June 5, 2008

Today was the team’s last full cycling day in the Province of Saskatchewan, and like most days over the past couple of weeks, there was a strong easterly wind. For most of the day I felt alone out there on the road, and didn’t think I would have a whole lot to write about in the blog. I’m happy to say that by the end of the day, things changed.

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Day 54 - Broadview, SK - 82 km

by Ramesh Ferris, posted in Road Updates - Wed, June 4, 2008

imageToday was just a beautiful day of dreams. The Cycle to Walk team started its day saying goodbye to our new friends, Audrey & Jim at Cornerhouse B&B. Thanks Audrey the great breakfast! Indian Head High School invited Cycle to Walk to share its message of Polio Eradication, Education, and Rehabilitation with students. A young man excitedly shared his dream of cycling across Canada when he is older to raise funds and awareness for a cause. I encouraged him to remain focused and positive, and wish that he, too, will be able to achieve his dreams.

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Day 53 - Indian Head, SK - 61 km

by Ramesh Ferris, posted in Road Updates - Tue, June 3, 2008

It was another grueling day of rain and intense easterly headwinds today. Anglican Bishop Greg Kerr-Wilson joined me for the first part of the day, and we cycled together out of the Regina area.

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