Bike for Elephants successful again
Last weekend Bike For Elephants took place for the second time. In two days 58 participants cycled 60 miles through the mountains of Chiang Mai to raise money for Thai elephants. After the first day we set up camp at the Elephant Nature Park, where the participants can see for themselves how their sponsorship money will be spend. Before we get back on our bikes, we spend some time in the field, where the elephants can roam freely. For most of the participants this is a unique experience they will not quickly forget. After the walk and the group picture the difficult ride to the Bua Thong waterfalls commences. A small number of participants don’t make the finish line, but most of them keep on pedaling until finally the Bike for Elephants banner comes into view. At the waterfall everyone can cool down, enjoy the picnic, and sit to talk about the impressive weekend. The date for Bike for Elephants 2012 will be decided soon!
And the result of this weekend: 402,414 baht (9,679 euros) for the Elephant Jungle Project!
To all of the participants and sponsors: thank you so much for your support!
Click ‘more’ for pictures (by Nitchanan Onkate) of the weekend:
