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Motorcyclists gathered once again to ride for a cause in Stoughton, as the annual fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House Charity Saskatchewan rolled through the southeast.
The event has been a tradition for more than 25 years, with the ride originally organized by Prairie Winds before being taken over by Chris White of the Crossroads Inn. White explained the importance of continuing the event. “We’ve been doing this ride when the Prairie Winds were doing it for the last 25 years. They’ve handed it down to me, and I’ve taken over. We always do the raffles and have the supper there, and I’ve always given the money back. Hopefully, we’ll get a good crowd and raise some good money for a good charity.”
This year’s proceeds will support Ronald McDonald House, which provides families with a place to stay while their child is receiving medical care. White noted that the newly opened Regina house makes the cause even more meaningful for local families. “It is very important for the community to have a place to stay for people who want to have a place to stay when their child is sick. I think everybody knows somebody who’s used it.”
Karen Lindsley, director of development and communications for Ronald McDonald House Charity Saskatchewan, said the continued support from the southeast means a great deal. “This is the 26th year that they’ve been doing this in support of Ronald McDonald House Charity Saskatchewan. It just means so much to the Saskatchewan families that use Ronald McDonald House and the potential users of our soon-to-be Regina house. To feel that love from the southern part of the province just means so much to us.”
The ride saw between 60 and 100 bikers taking part, completing a loop through Lampman and Kisbey before returning to Stoughton for supper, raffles, and a celebration at the Crossroads Inn.
Lindsley added that the event is about more than just motorcycles. “They really want to share their love of riding, but also their love of supporting Saskatchewan families.”