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Riders
2-Day Riders When and Where
1-Day Riders (Sunday only) When and Where
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Q. Where and when is the start for the One-Day ride?
A. The Sunday ride begins at The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp, located at 565 Ashford Center Road, in Ashford Connecticut. Riders requiring transportation from Mystic YMCA to the Camp must arrive promptly at 5:15am. Riders arriving to the Camp on their own must register at the camp by 6:45am. One-day Riders, not using transportation from Mystic and leaving their cars at The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp at the Start on Sunday must make their own arrangements to get their vehicles after the event.
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Q. I am a Sunday AngelRider and taking the bus. Where should I park my car?
A. Please arrive at the 204 Mistuxet Avenue, Mystic, CT 06355-3009 at 5:15am. A bus will take you and your bike to the Camp for the Start where you will join the other AngelRiders for breakfast, bike techs, a safety briefing, Sunday ceremony and more! If you are running late or get lost, please call the AngelRide hotline: 860-429-3444.
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Q. What do I need to know if I'm a One-Day Rider?
Transportation & Lodging
Costs
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Q. Besides the registration, are their additional costs?
A. Two-day Riders are responsible for the cost of overnight accommodations, $89 Friday night at the Hampton Inn Waterbury, 203-753-1777. Be sure to let the hotel know you are an Angel Rider to secure available discounts. To save money, you can share rooms with other riders by posting your request on the AngelRide FB page. There is no charge for the bus and a box lunch with water will be provided as well.
Family and Friends
Training
On the Ride
Camp
To find out more about camp you can:
Web page & Registration
Teams
Fundraising
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Young AngelRiders
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Q. How old do I need to be to take part in the Young AngelRide?
A. YoungRiders, who are 7-11 years old, can sign up for the 6-mile course, and 12-15 years olds can sign up to take part in the 25-mile ride.
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Q. How many miles are the Young AngelRides?
A. The Young AngelRide is a 6-mile course in Stonington and Mystic that ends at the same finish area with all AngelRiders. The Young AngelRide Challenge is a 25-mile course that begins at the Hopeville State Park rest stop and finishes at the Mystic YMCA.
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Q. Who will ride with me?
A. All of our younger AngelRiders must ride with an older teammate.
For our YoungRiders (7-10), teammates are often parents or family friends, who need to register as a Volunteer to take part. If necessary, there are registered volunteers who will be available to ride as a teammate with any YoungRider who needs one. To become a volunteer click here.
For our Young Adult Angelriders (12-15), each rider must have a registered AngelRider who will meet them at the Hopeville State Park and ride to Mystic with them. Often this is a parent or a friend, but there are also Riders who volunteer as teammates so that younger people who may not have a family member or friend to ride with them can still take part. If you need to find a teammate to ride with you contact Dave Gruendel.
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Q. Do I have to wear a helmet?
A. All AngelRiders must wear a helmet, including volunteer teammates for our youngest Riders (7-10)! We want everyone to be safe.
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Q. Where do I go to for the Start?
A. Young AngelRide: 107 Wilcox Rd, Stonington, CT
Young Adult AngelRide: Hopeville Pond State Park, Hopeville, CT. Click here to visit the State Park Web site for directions.
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Q. What time should I be at the Start?
A. Young AngelRide: 12:15.
Young Adult AngelRiders: 10:00.
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Q. What do I need to bring for the Ride?
A. For YoungRiders, just bring yourself, your bicycle, and your safety gear. About anything else you may need (water, snacks, tubes, air pumps, etc.) will be available at the start point and in the support van while we ride.
For the Young Adult AngelRiders, having one water bottle cage and bottle on a bike is highly recommended; having two of each would be ideal. There will be food, liquids, pumps and other bike needs available at the Hopeville and Mystic rest stops.
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Q. Where will my family or friends meet me when I am done riding? What time should they be there?
A. Both Young AngelRides finish at the Mystic YMCA where there will be food, drink, and much fun. All Riders need to have someone who will be there to meet them. The Young AngelRide will be done between 2:00 and 2:15, and Young Adult AngelRiders arrive anywhere from 1:00-3:00.
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Q. Is there help with training?
A. Check out our training advice here. While this advice is geared toward the older riders, it applies equally to the younger ones. On our training page you will also find a link to communicate with Coach Al, who can answer any of your questions and help you plan a training schedule that is right for you.
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Q. Should I get my bike tuned up before the AngelRide?
A. Yes! Visit your local bike store and have them look over the bike to make sure that everything is working properly and ready to ride. It is recommended that this happen at least two weeks before the Ride.
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Q. What is the cost?
A. The registration fee is $35 and each Young AngelRider and Young Adult AngelRider must raise a minimum of $100. After you register, you will set up your own personal Web page to let you speak with other riders and track your fundraising. For tips and help with fundraising, you can visit the fundraising page of our Web site by clicking here.
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Q. How do I register?
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Volunteers
Angel Charitable Trust is a support driven 501(c) 3 non-profit organization. Angel Charitable Trust is an organization that operates 100% on volunteers. No individuals are compensated in any manner for their time and dedication to our cause. We dedicate our personal time, energies and funding to the foundation because we believe Angel Charitable Trust is an important expression of our beliefs and thoroughly enjoy the life lessons and personal satisfaction that comes along with the benefits of helping children in need.
Duties
Donations
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Q. As a Volunteer, am I required to raise donation dollars?
A. A $75 donation will provide one visit to a hospitalized child and bring the magic of Camp to his or her bedside. Once registered, you will have the opportunity to create your own personal fundraising page and raise money to support hospitalized children. It is not a requirement, but every little bit helps.
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Q. How can someone donate?
A. Either by online donations or a check. To contribute to a Rider or Volunteer, click here to send the donor a link to donate.
To send a check or for general Donations, mail to: 555 Long Wharf Ave., New Haven, CT 06511.
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Q. Can I set up my own personal Web page?
A. Yes, everyone must set up his or her Web page, please. Click here and follow the directions once you have signed up.
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Q. What do I do with checks I receive as support for my effort?
A. If you have created a Personal Fundraising page:
Click here to log in to your HQ
To the right see: My To DO List
3rd line down: Enter Offline Donations and input your checks
Indicate that you have already entered the checks on your site, and mail them to: The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp, 555 Long Wharf Ave., New Haven, CT 06511. Please keep track of the checks you've added to your site and make sure your name is written on the memo line so you will receive proper credit for the donation.
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Q. Should I hold on to the checks until the day of the AngelRide?
A. No. Please do not hold your checks. The sooner your checks are received your money will go to benefit The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp's Hospital Outreach Program.
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Q. What should I do if I receive a cash donation?
A. We cannot accept cash donations. Please write a check for the amount donated, enter it as an off-line gift and mail it to: The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp, 555 Long Wharf Ave., New Haven, CT 06511
Weekend Logistics
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Q. Does AngelRide provide transportation after the event?
A. No. AngelRide does not provide transportation for the Volunteers. However, some special arrangements can be made. Please discuss this with the Volunteer Team Leader.
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Q. Are there any out of pocket costs to me?
A. Volunteers are responsible for the cost of their gas expense, except volunteers in the SAG and Motocrew.
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Q. Can my family join me at The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp?
A. No. There is strict security at The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp and only Riders and assigned Volunteers are allowed on the property.
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Q. Can my family and friends join me at the Finish?
A. YES! We encourage your family and friends to join us at the Finish on Sunday from 12 to 4 at the Mystic YMCA. There are lots of activities, free food, music and more!
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Q. What should I know about The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp?
A. AngelRide is the only outside organization that has been allowed to stay overnight and utilize the beautiful camp facilities. Please join us in honoring this privilege.
If you are one of the few who are able to stay overnight at the Camp, please bring a sleeping bag and pillow case.
If your assignment is completed before the day is done, please consider making your next assignment helping to cheer in the Riders until the very last rider is in.
Volunteers must wear their name tag and volunteer shirt at all times while on the campgrounds
The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp Rules:
No guests are allowed at The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp.
No smoking, illegal substances, or drinking of alcoholic beverages
No Snoring (ha, ha!)
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Q. Will I be staying overnight at The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp?
A. Because of limited space, very few Volunteers will get the opportunity to stay at the Camp. We are looking into other options. Stay tuned!
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Q. If I am volunteering on Sunday only, what time should I arrive?
A. All Volunteers should confirm with their Team Leader as to their assignment day/place/time.
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Q. What about parking?
A. Volunteers are encouraged to carpool.
Two-day Volunteers leaving their cars in Norfolk at the Start on Saturday must make their own arrangements for return transportation.
One-day or Two-Day CAMP Volunteers may park their cars at The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp but must make their own arrangements to pick up their cars after their assignments.
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Q. Will there be food and beverages provided?
A. Yes. Confirm with your Team Leader as to your specific opportunities.
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Q. What should I wear?
A. You will receive a Volunteer t-shirt. Please wear that and your name tag as well as comfortable shoes. Silly hats and colorful crazy outfits are encouraged!
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Fundraising
Payment
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Q. What if my donor prefers to write a check?
A. Make checks payable to: The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp
Input them into your personal Web page under "offline donations" and mail to: 555 Long Wharf Ave., New Haven, CT 06511
Download the donation form and send it to them.
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Q. What do I do with checks I receive as support for my effort?
A. Click here to log in to your HQ then go to My To DO List and then 3 down to Enter and input your checks before mailing them to the above address. Please make note of the checks added to your site. Make sure your name is written on the memo line.
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Q. Should I hold on to the checks until the day of the AngelRide?
A. No. The sooner your checks are received the sooner you will get credit for the donation and the sooner your money will go to benefit The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp's Hospital Outreach Program.
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Q. What should I do if I receive a cash donation?
A. We cannot accept cash donations. Please write a check for the amount donated and send it to: The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp, 555 Long Wharf Ave., New Haven, CT 06511.
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Q. How can people make an online donation to my ride?
A. Once you set up your Rider Page, you can provide people with a link directly to it where they can read about your ride and make a secure donation with a credit card or you can direct them to your personal Web page where they can follow the simple instructions.
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Q. Can I make a donation to my own ride?
A. Yes. When you register, you may make an initial donation to your ride to jump-start your fundraising effort. You can always make additional donations to your ride at any time.
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Q. Will I get credit for matching gifts donations?
A. Yes. Please be aware that some companies send out matching gift checks quarterly or annually. Also, note that if the employer does not honor their matching gift, you will be responsible for the total fundraising requirement.
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Q. What is a "pledge" and how is it different from a donation?
A. Some riders enter pledges into their fundraising account when they receive promises of a donation or receive an actual check. These can be misleading because "pledges" do not count towards a rider's fundraising totals until the actual check has been received and processed. To avoid this confusion, riders are discouraged from entering pledges.
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Q. How and when do donors "pledge" their matching gift?
A. The online donation page contains a Matching Gift Information section, allowing donors to "pledge" their matching gift at the same time that they make their online donation.
If the donor already completed the online donation page and left the Matching Gift Information section blank, he or she can still submit the proper forms to the Hole In The Wall Gang Camp Office.
Note that the paperwork required to secure a matching gift varies from company to company, so be sure to check with the Human Resources department.
The usual process requires employees to submit paper forms to the charity. The charity then verifies the gift and sends the forms back to the company for processing. If this is the case for your company, credit for the matching gift will appear on your Donations Scroll once the company sends the check to The Hole In The Wall Gang Camp.
Direct any paper forms to Kate Dombrowski at the Hole In The Wall Gang Camp.
Meeting your Minimum
Your Fundraising Goal
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Q. What is my "fundraising goal?"
A. Your fundraising goal is the amount of money you will attempt to raise. Your goal must be greater than $1000. The purpose of stating your goal is to motivate yourself and your donors.
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Q. Am I obligated to raise the amount I state as my "Fundraising Goal?"
A. The Fundraising Goal you established when you registered is just a goal, not an obligation. You may raise or lower it anytime you wish. To do this, log into your personal home page and click on "Edit My Profile." You are obligated to raise only $1000, though most riders raise much more. The average rider in 2007 raised $2000.
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Q. How do I change my "Fundraising Goal?"
A. Visit your personal Web page and "My Profile." You can then modify any of your personal information, including your fundraising goal.
Teams
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Q. How can I do my fundraising jointly with another person or persons?
A. The only way to fundraise jointly is to form or join a team. On a team, all donations to an individual member are also credited to the team total.
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Q. What are my fundraising responsibilities as a member of a team?
A. All riders must raise their minimum amount. However, riders on a registered team will have satisfied their fundraising minimum if their team total is greater than an average of $1000 per rider by the fundraising deadline of May 27th, 2011. If the team has not raised enough to cover all its riders, the balance due by individual riders will be automatically charged to the credit cards those riders provided at registration.
Fundraising Tools
Web pages
To find out more about Web pages and fundraising you can:
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