20th Anniversary Water Warriors Endurance Ride Kicks Off in Two Weeks!
(The Ride Raises Awareness and Funds for Special Olympics Michigan Athletes)
July 12, 2010 – The Water Warriors launch their personal watercrafts on July 26, 2010 for their 20th Annual Endurance Ride to raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics Michigan. The Water Warriors welcome adventurous riders to join them in this event, supported by boat and land crews.
Each year these men and women travel 350 miles in five days. Riders begin their journey July 26 in Mackinaw City. They ride along the entire length of Lake Huron and the St. Clair River before ending July 30 at the Idle Hour Yacht Club on Harsens Island.
The Water Warriors will celebrate their 20th year at a large reception in Port Austin, Michigan on Wednesday, July 28. New for 2010, the Water Warriors are offering short “Inspiration Rides”. These rides are for people who want to join the ride to raise money but can’t ride the entire five days.
“We were looking for a way to encourage people to get involved by offering them a short term commitment,” said Jim Adams, Special Olympics Michigan, Development and Events Manager. “The shorter ride will still touch people emotionally with what Water Warriors is doing for Special Olympics Michigan athletes.”
Inspirational Riders must be 18 or older and pre-registered. To participate in the new 50-mile Saginaw Bay Ride, a total of $300 must be raised by each rider. To participate in the 30-mile St. Clair River Ride, $150 is required to be raised. Each year, the riders travel 350 miles in five days. To become a five day rider, individuals must raise a minimum of $1,800.
Since the Water Warriors started in 1991, as a spin-off of the Wertz Warriors snowmobile endurance ride, they have raised more than $2 million for Special Olympics Michigan athletes.
If you want more information about becoming a Water Warrior please contact Rowena Filary at wwcordinator@sbcglobal.net or (586) 468-2412. Visit their website at www.waterwarriors.orgto learn more information on fundraisers and events planned.
