2026 Rotary Ride for Rescue

North Shore Rescue - Steffen's Personal Funding Page

Steffen Waite

Team Leader - Team Stratosphere

On May 30th, I will be riding with my team (Stratosphere) up Cypress Mountain in the Rotary Ride for Rescue to raise much-needed funds for North Shore Rescue and other Rotary humanitarian projects. This year, the Rotary has an overall goal is $100,000 to raise for North Shore Rescue. I am tartgeting to raise $5,500 of that as I am the team leader. Hopefully as a team we can raise $9,500 and help the Rotary exceed their goal.

Please consider making a donation to my page and helping me reach my personal fundraising goal. Your contributions make a difference when a rescue is required. Most of the North Shore Rescue team actually works at night when it is discovered that a hiker or skier has not returned.

Click "Sponsor Me" to make a donation. Please note, tax receipts are issued for donations of $30 or more.

Thank you in advance for your generosity! You guys make it real.

And shout out to Free Ride Apparel for making the race jersey's happen. Vancouver Island based company...started by a rider. The Owner appreciates the cause and offered jerseys at a discount of his already very competitive pricing.

Steffen

$7,946.00

raised of $9,500.00 goal

donors

83.64% of goal reached

Event Details

Event Date May 30, 2026

Location West West Vancouver Public Work Yard
3755 Cypress Bowl Rd
West Vancouver , BC

Days Remaining fundraising is over

About This Fundraiser

The Rotary Club of West Vancouver Sunrise and British Pacific Properties are proud to present

The 15^th Annual Rotary Ride for Rescue

May 30^th, 2026 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Feel the sense of accomplishment after conquering one of the toughest climbs on the North Shore. Now experience that feeling with your community, in support of an incredible cause. Whether you are going for your best time, climbing Cypress for the first time or are in it for the cause, this year's timed bike challenge is going to be an elevated experience you don't want to miss out on.

Participants will ride up Cypress Mountain beginning at the junction of Cypress Bowl Road and Cypress Lane and finishing at the Cypress Mountain Nordic Area.

Our goal is to fundraise a total of $100,000. With the help of our incredible sponsors, we are well on our way to reaching that goal. We are asking all participants to fundraise a minimum of $100. Did we mention that the top fundraisers will receive some incredible prizes?

Event Timeline | May 30^th, 2026

7:45 AM - 8:45 AM Check-In
9:00 AM Ride Start
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Celebration at Cypress Pop-Up Village

Register

Please complete

Join a team etc (same first page as in the past) Include all of the personal info but delete the day phone number (instead put preferred phone number) and the question as to whether you are a cycling bc member Delete the Additional Information Section continue on with the payment section Visa etc

The registration fee is $60. Participants are also asked to raise a suggested minimum of $100 in pledges. You must be 13 years or older to participate. Anyone under the age of 18 must have a guardian at the event - and yes, they can ride too.

You can register as an individual, join or start a team!

Registration can be done online up until the day before and on-site up until 8am. Please register online and complete the waiver prior to arrival if possible.

There are 4 options for participation:

1. Road Cyclist

Starting at the junction of Cypress Bowl Road and Cypress Lane, you will gain 900m in elevation over the distance of 14 KM, finishing your ride at the Nordic Area. Click here to see the full route. Conquer this ride on a road or E-bike.

2. Mountain Biker

Take on the challenge of riding up the 11 KM BLT Mountain Bike Trail, a medium-grade logging road with some steep sections. Click here for the course map. Conquer this ride on a mountain, gravel or E-bike.

Fundraise

Once registered you will have access to your personal fundraising portal. We make it extremely easy for you to reach your fundraising goal - with the ability to recruit team members and pledges right in your account. Please consider reaching our suggested fundraising minimum of $100.

Tax receipts are issued for pledges of $30 or more.

Great prizes will not only be given to the top fundraisers but also to the fastest individuals. Past prizes have included helicopter rides, hotel stays in Whistler, luxury dining experiences, etc.

To Sponsor a Rider | Click here to search for the person and/or team you want to support.
To Make a General Donation | Click here

Post Ride Celebration

After reaching the finish line at the Nordic area, enjoy a coffee and warm up before heading down to the Cypress Pop-Up Village for a free pancake and sausage breakfast. Invite family and friends to celebrate with you and enjoy the breakfast. A complimentary shuttle from the top of Cypress to the Pop-Up Village will be available. When registering, please let us know if you think you will use these services.

This year we are excited to partner with British Pacific Properties for a post-ride celebration at the newly opened Cypress Pop-Up Village. This public gathering space brings the convenience of a park with a food vendor, bike wash and repair, an amazing view as well as local art.

Cypress Pop-Up Village is at McGavin Field (located between Mulgrave School and Cypress Lookout). If you decide to leave your car at Mulgrave school it is a very quick 5-minute ride down to your car after the event.

To Sponsor a Rider | Click here to search for the person and/or team you want to support.
To Make a General Donation | Click here

Fundraising Proceeds: 100% of the funds raised through pledges will support North Shore Rescue and other Rotary humanitarian projects. Learn more about the impact your fundraising dollars will have.