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News: I Can Shine Bike Camp - Volunteers Needed!

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School Vacation Week?

April 21-25, 2014

CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER TODAY!



iCan Shine (iCS) is coming to Arlington!  iCS is a nonprofit organization that teaches individuals with disabilities to ride a conventional two-wheel bicycle through its iCan Bike program.  To learn more about this unique organization visit www.icanshine.org.

Volunteer Opportunity:  Be a "spotter" for the same rider for each of the 5 days and experience the thrill of helping someone's dreams come true!  75 invigorating minutes per day... it just may be the most rewarding and "moving" experience you've ever had!

Orientation/Training:  Sunday afternoon, April 20: 4:00-6:00 pm
Riding Program: Monday - Friday, April 21-25.  Five sessions available each day.
Location:  Ottoson Middle School, 63 Acton Street, Arlington MA

Volunteer Requirements:
- Adults and teens 14 and older
- Able to attend one (or more if you like) 75-minute sessions for each of the 5 days of camp at the same time each day.  Sessions are scheduled between 8:15-5:00 each day.
- Provide physical, emotional and motivational support to assigned rider.
- Able and willing to get some exercise (light jogging/running) for a great cause!

For more information on volunteering or to make a donation to this year's camp, go to www.arlingtonbikecamp.org.