A few years ago I met a man, who didn't look ill even though he told me he had Prostate Cancer. Over a period of...
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The Red Deer Motorcycle Ride for Dad Chapter was formed in 2018 and has since grown to be an active part of our community, focusing on awareness and funding prostate cancer research. Working together with our local sponsors and amazing volunteer group allows us to advocate for men’s health and do what we love which is riding motorcycles and saving lives. #GetTheBloodTest
The proceeds from our annual events are invested in ground-breaking prostate cancer research and life-saving public awareness campaigns of the disease and the importance of early detection.
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The Red Deer Ride For Dad Chapter is run by dedicated volunteers who organize community fundraising events to fight prostate cancer here in our region.
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Charlie Pester
Kingston-Quinte
Author: Garry Janz
A few years ago I met a man, who didn’t look ill even though he told me he had Prostate Cancer. Over a period of time I got to know him better. He was always jovial and I thought PC can’t be all that bad. Then one day I was having coffee with him and before I left I said to him:
…What are you up to this afternoon Charlie? Well I guess he thought it was time to clue me in.
He said, Garry, if someone had told me ONE year ago about the PSA test, I wouldn’t be going home this afternoon to arrange my own funeral!
I was speechless!
Not until later did I find out about the PSA test and that it can be used as a tool to detect Prostate Cancer. I didn’t know then that a dozen men in Canada die from it every day!
Not long after, Charlie passed away.
Since that day I have been raising funds through our own organization, the PCFF.
Garry Janz
Co-Founder and President of Ride For Dad and the Prostate Cancer Fight Foundation.
Jared Smith
Red Deer
Author: Jared Smith
As to why I ride, about 5 years ago my attention was brought to the ride (the Rural AB Ride at the time) because I work for Telus. They wanted some local representation there for the ride. After that, it became my annual “big ride” event. About a year after I started going regularly, a close family friend was diagnosed with Prostate Cancer. He was diagnosed early and beat it easily due mainly to the early diagnosis. This cemented my desire to support this charity, and I’ve been doing it ever since.
Last year, I participated in the 2nd Red Deer Ride for Dad and was approached by the Ride Chairperson, who asked if I wanted to take a more direct role by joining the executive council. I agreed.
Trever Sparrow
Red Deer
Author: Trever Sparrow
My name is Trever Sparrow and when I first got involved with Ride for Dad in 2015, it was a way for me to give back to my community and to do my part to raise awareness for Prostate Cancer. Being an avid motorcycle rider is much more than a hobby for me because of the feeling of freedom, comradery among other enthusiasts, and the sense of community that I get. I have met some of the most amazing people because of riding motorcycles.
Little did I know that my involvement with Ride for Dad would come full circle when in November 2019 and at the age of 44, I was diagnosed with Stage 4 Prostate Cancer. Now, as a survivor of Prostate Cancer, being involved with The Ride for Dad brings extra special meaning to the cause we serve.
Luckily for me, I had no signs/symptoms but because of early detection through the PSA blood test, I am proof that early detection is the key to treating Prostate Cancer and continuing to live a long and fulfilling life. To all the husbands, fathers, sons, uncles, and brothers, get the blood test. It’s a simple test that will save your life. #getthebloodtest
Mike Lewis
Red Deer
Author:
My name is Mike Lewis and I love riding my trike and seeing the countryside roll by. Being a truck driver for 34 years, the open road is my life. That was all interrupted in 2020.
I was diagnosed with Prostate cancer. With great medical team and support system behind me and now proud to say that I am cancer free.
I joined Ride for Dad Red Deer in 2021. As a survivor I can truly say this is what Ride For Dad is all about. A great bunch of people who enjoy riding their bikes and fundraising for research and promoting awareness in the fight against prostate cancer.
Make sure your doctor does blood tests regularly to check for prostate cancer. A simple PSA test could change your life #GETTHEBLOODTEST
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Jared and Sheri Smith
Red Deer
Author: Jared Smith
Jared & Sheri on their 1985 Goldwing GL1200 Aspencadea
Gail Zacharkiw
Red Deer
Author: Gail Zacharkiw
As one of our founding members Gail loves making appearances at Red Deer RFD events. She comes rolling in on her 2017 Harley Soft tail Deluxe.
Timothy Grey
Red Deer
Author: Timothy Grey
A 3 year member of the Red Deer RFD crew Tim will be found Travelling the county side on his 2018 Harley Road King when he is not giving his time at our events though the season
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