From Nelson to
A 1,000 kilometer journey will begin on June 30 and commence on July 22. Organizers Mary Stockdale and Celia Auclair, who are based out of
"Action needs to be taken at all levels of government and in our own lives, but that's not enough, it has to happen collectively," said Stockdale.
Organizers are launching a B.C.-wide call for cyclists to join the group, and are open to people of all ages who share the same concern. With a goal to collectively cycle 40,000 kilometres, (the equivalent to circling the Earth) Stockdale says she feels it will be a symbolic gesture in order to demonstrate stronger action on climate change. "If you're someone who is concerned about climate change, we want you to know that you aren't isolated and alone. This is a chance to join in with other people who care and encourage the government to take action," said Stockdale.
According to Stockdale, a recent poll was conducted in the Globe and Mail in regards to climate change, and 90 per cent of people reported that they are feeling concerned.
"There is very little time to get it right," she said. "Climate change is an issue of our time, and the time to take action is now."
Organizers are encouraging all walks of life to join in on the cause, and participants can gauge the kind of commitment that they are willing to make and how far they are willing to go.
"Please be aware that you are capable," said Stockdale. "We are encouraging people not to be intimidated, none of us are super jocks."
Riders will be doing five days on, one day off, and will be traveling 30 to 60 kilometres every day and camping along the way. On the day of the launch, there will be a "tour launch" bike ride through Nelson, a bike decorating, live bands and a small parade. "Individually we can do a lot, but collectively we can do much more. Let's work together for a better future for our children," said Auclair.
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