[W1SMH] URGENT - Hams needed for new Public Service event

[David Bodman]

Another Public Service Opportunity!

(Unfortunately, since it's on a Sunday, I can't help out :( )

>From: Bob Salow [wa1ida at arrl.net]
>Sent: Wednesday, May 12, 2004 8:08 PM
>Subject: URGENT - Hams needed for new Public Service event

>Importance: High

>Short notice, but it's important that we provide this community service.
After 16 years of sponsoring >bicycle rides in and around Greater Boston,
they came to the realization that cell phones, CB and
>commercial radios won't do the job of supporting the riders.

>The non-profit organization, Bikes Not Bombs, had its start over 20 years
ago to rehabilitate bicycles >and provide them to youths here and abroad.
Their present focus locally is to help kids learn
>mechanics and safety and get to own a bike they work on. The health
advantages of bike riding are
>proven.

>There will be concurrent 15, 25 and 62 mile rides on Sunday, 23 May.  A
total of 185 riders are
>expected.  All three rides start near Jamaica Pond, but we will meet at
0800 at a secure parking area
>in Roxbury Crossing to be transported to the start or to assignments.  We
have been asked to staff rest >stops, follow vehicles and a few shadows.
There will be no assignments on the street.

>The shorter courses should be finished by 1400, and the long course should
finish by 1630.  All
>finishes are at Mississippi's Restaurant where a gourmet dinner buffet will
be provided.

>In spite of the short notice, we want to make a good showing at this local
event and demonstrate the
>community value of ham radio.  Please help.

>Because of the limited time, let me know as soon as you can. Questions?
Just ask.

>Bob Salow, WA1IDA
>wa1ida at arrl.net
>508.650.9440