THE Kerry branch of Down Syndrome Ireland (DSI) is preparing for the 6th annual Tom Crean Unsung Hero Cycle next month and they’re looking for people to take on the cycle.
It takes place on Saturday, September 30th from Ballyseedy Home and Garden Centre in Tralee and will once again raise vital funds for our children and adults to receive essential services such as speech therapy, occupational therapy and physiotherapy to list a few.
Established in 2018, the Tom Crean Unsung Hero cycle pays homage to renowned explorer Tom Crean whose family are directly involved in the DSI Kerry branch. The cycle also remembers the much cherished DSI Kerry member Emily Keohane, who sadly passed away in 2017.
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Cyclists leave from Ballyseedy Home and Garden Centre main entrance at 9am. The charity cycle offers three route options for participants. Route A (75km) sees cyclists depart Tralee and travel through Annascaul and Inch before returning to Tralee.
Route B (112km) will see participants travel the same route but with an additional journey through Dingle returning via the Conor Pass. Route C (150KM) continues through Dingle and around Slea Head before travelling back to Ballyseedy Home and Garden Centre via the Conor Pass.
At Ballyseedy Home and Garden Centre in Tralee, cyclists and supporters will enjoy a day of family fun with light refreshments, music and entertainment, all participants on the day will also receive a medal.
Speaking ahead of the cycle, Enda O’Brien of DSI Kerry and grandson of Tom Crean said; “We are very much looking forward to the sixth edition of the Tom Crean Unsung Hero cycle and we hope as many people as possible can come along to partake and to cheer cyclists along as we honour all our unsung hero, cyclists and supporters alike who raise such vital funds for our children and adults. It’s a very special day as we also remember DSI Kerry member Emily Keohane who is sadly no longer with us. The funds raised on the day will help to ensure DSI Kerry continues to provide essential services for our members. ”
Supporter of the cycle, Nathan McDonnell, CEO of the Ballyseedy Home and Gardens, commented; “Our ethos at Ballyseedy is – People, Plants and Planet, being part of local events and initiatives is so important to us & we are passionate about supporting and giving back to our community in any way we can. We look forward to hosting the event and welcoming the participants along with Down Syndrome Kerry on the day.”
Registration for the charity cycle can be completed online at: https://downsyndromekerry.enthuse.com/cf/tom-crean-unsung-hero-cycle
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