We are putting out a challenge to all of Nanaimo, virtually of course, due to COVID-19, to complete at least 25 kms on Nanaimo’s gorgeous trail system over the period from May 25^th to June 25^th. We hope you’re getting the 25^th meme here! We want to encourage you to get out and walk, hike, run or cycle and enjoy our city and especially its parks and trails. The virtual trail on which we will record your kms will take you on a 2500 km trip to visit some of the scenic highlights of this beautiful province. As with any challenge, there is a registration fee, which will be split equally amongst our 25 featured organizations.  And there will also be participation prizes!

The second part is the call to support our organizations. They all do tremendous work in our community and deserve our continuing support. When you register you will be asked to select an organization to support. Your kms will be tallied with those of other participants supporting that organization and we’ll see which organization’s team makes the most progress during the term of the challenge!

We are also asking that you consider making a donation to your choice of one or more of these organizations, either by a collecting pledges based on your accumulated kms or by a direct donation. Below are links to each organization where you can use their donation page to support them. You’ll receive a tax receipt from the designated organization for any donations!

HERE’S THE BIG NEWS! Daybreak Rotary is giving $1,000 to each of these 25 organizations. YES, we’re investing $25,000 in our Nanaimo community and we are asking you to support that investment.

After you complete your registration, you’ll receive an email with directions regarding tracking and recording your kms. Thank you for supporting our Challenge!

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