Bike Camp Volunteer - Summer Seasonal

Organization Details
Organization Name:	Variety, the Children's Charity
Address:	440a Don Ave Winnipeg MB R3L 0S4
Website:	http://www.varietymanitoba.com
Organizational Description:	Variety, the Children's Charity of Manitoba steps in where government, healthcare, school divisions, and other funding sources end to provide proven solutions to enrich the lives of children in Manitoba living with special needs and experiencing economic disadvantage

Volunteer Opportunity Details
Volunteer Opportunity ID:	4729

Description of Duties:	What is Variety's Bike Camp? Variety's Bike Camp teaches individuals living with disabilities to ride a conventional two-wheel bicycle using adapted bike equipment. We understand that the vast majority of people with disabilities never have the experience of independently riding a conventional two-wheel bicycle during their lifetime. Research shows that over 80% of people with Autism and 90% of people with Down syndrome never experience this thrill. Defying these odds is why we exist! When: June 30th - July 4th and July 7th - July 11th, 2025 *NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE WORKING WITH PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES IS NECESSARY* There are 800 volunteer session times to fill, so please share with your friends and family! Volunteer role: Spotter: Walk/jog/run alongside a rider as they are learning to ride a bike during a 75-minute session (with short breaks). Ideally, you are asked to attend the same session for all 5 days, so you can work with the same rider each day. You will provide encouragement and physical support, as needed. We encourage volunteers to commit to attending all 5 days of camp for the session(s) selected. Riders bond with their assigned volunteer(s) and rely on the same person to be there to support them each day of camp. We do understand this is not always a possibility and will welcome volunteers any days they can attend.

Skills Required:	AGE REQUIREMENT: Volunteers must be at least 15 years old. If you are under 15, please contact us for possible opportunities. Volunteer spotters will walk/jog approximately 3 miles during each 75-minute session Volunteers ideally, are asked to attend the same session for all 5 days, so you can work with the same rider each day.

Skills Gained/Related Careers:	Enhance your athletic ability Meet new people Grow your ability to Work as a team

Age:	13-15, 16-17, 18-30, 31-54, 55+
Time Commitment:	Daytime Sign up for week 1 here: https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/VarietytheChildren/volunteerbc.html Sign up for week 2 here: https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/VarietytheChildren/volunteerbc2.html
Location of volunteer opportunity:	Winnipeg
Does opportunity require a criminal record check?	No
Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check?	No
Opportunity is available to candidates that:	Group - small, family and friends Group - large, corporate and schools Fulfilling volunteer hours for school credit
Organization will provide:	A letter of reference Certificate of recognition Evaluation Supervision Training/Orientation
How to Apply:	Online Application Form Below Email: atavares@varietymanitoba.com (Include Opportunity ID) Online: www.varietymanitoba.com/bikecampvolunteeers
Closing Date:	Jul 11, 2025

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Bike Camp Volunteer - Summer Seasonal

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