In celebration of its origins BeaverTails, a renowned Canadian pastry brand, is sponsoring a charity rally on July 28 in Killaloe. Organized by the Killaloe and Area Lions Club and Ottawa Valley Cycling and Active Transportation (OVCATA), the event invites cyclists and walkers to participate. All participants will enjoy a BBQ lunch, entertainment, and a BeaverTails pastry, with proceeds supporting the Lions Club’s Ottawa Valley Vision project.
Lions Vice President Rachelle Clayton highlights the event’s dual goals: celebrating the community and raising funds for an eye refractor machine to aid local vision screenings. BeaverTails will contribute $500 towards this cause.
The rally offers four cycling routes, including a family-friendly 10-km ride, a 50-km gravel route, and two road rides of 63 km and 97 km. Additionally, a heritage walk will be available, showcasing Killaloe’s scenic beauty. Registration costs $75 for adult riders and $35 for youth riders and hikers.
(Written by: Emma Butler)