Local cyclist Kathleen Beaton is returning for her fourth year of the BC Lung Association’s Bicycle Trek for Life and Breath, an annual fundraiser in support of lung health.
As someone with close ties to lung disease, Trek holds a special meaning for the Tsawwassen resident.
“I was really shocked when my friend Vickie was diagnosed with lung cancer,” said Beaton. “She was healthy and she never smoked. I now realize lung cancer can affect anyone. That’s why I decided to put a Trek team together. I wanted to pay tribute to Vickie, and support the BC Lung Association’s lung patient support and education work.
“It’s been three years now that my teammates and I have participated. We keep coming back because of how well it’s organized, because we really enjoy connecting with other Trekkers and, of course for Vickie. It’s a rewarding way to spend a weekend, together with like-minded people who share a common bond.”
Beaton and hundreds of others will take part in the BC Lung Association Bicycle Trek for Life and Breath on Sept. 10 and 11. For more information or to register, call 604-731-5864 or or visit www.bicycletrek.ca.
