RECYCLE THE ISLAND 2010 is on again this weekend. The fun cycling event is taking place tomorrow (Sept 25) to generate public awareness of the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Air Ambulance charity and their textile recycling schemes in partnership with Bag It Up Ltd.
Last year’s event saw 50 cyclists of all ages taking part, enjoying the wonderful Island scenery, whilst raising over £5,000 in sponsorship money, to help keep the Air Ambulance flying and saving lives.
A spokesman said: “We need your help and pedal power to generate more life-saving funds this year, so why not enter online now at http://www.hiow-airambulance.org.uk/post.cfm/recycle-the-island-2010.”
There are two routes available; a shorter 15 mile BLUE route, and a 50 mile RED route for those wanting a bigger challenge, and they will pass several of the textile recycling banks during that raise significant funds for the Air Ambulance.
The Air Ambulance will be based at Tesco in Ryde for the day. If operational commitments allow, cyclists will have the opportunity to look at the helicopter, meet and chat with the paramedics and pilot who carry out the life-saving missions.
Please visit http://www.bagitup.org.uk/upcoming-event-article.php?rd=141 to find to find about more about the event, plus details of how you can recycle to raise funds for your Air Ambulance.
