Annual Waves to Wine MS Bike Tour to Raise More Than $1.2 Million for Multiple Sclerosis Research and Programs.Cyclists Hailing From Both Coasts to Participate in Bike Tour From San Francisco San Francisco (săn frănsĭs`kō), city (1990 pop. 723,959), coextensive with San Francisco co., W Calif., on the tip of a peninsula between the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco Bay, which are connected by the strait known as the Golden to Healdsburg This September OAKLAND, Calif. -- The National Multiple Sclerosis Society The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, a United States-based non-profit organization, and its network of chapters nationwide promote research, educate, advocate on issues relating to multiple sclerosis, and organize a wide range of programs, including support for the newly , Northern California Northern California, sometimes referred to as NorCal, is the northern portion of the U.S. state of California. The region contains the San Francisco Bay Area, the state capital, Sacramento; as well as the substantial natural beauty of the redwood forests, the northern Chapter will hold its annual Waves to Wine MS Bike Tour MS Bike Tour or MS 150 refers to any of a series of charity bicycle rides organized by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society in various locations around the United States and Canada. from September 29 to 30 to raise more than $1.2 million for critical MS research and vital programs and services. Thousands of cyclists hailing from both coasts will embark on one of the most picturesque, and challenging bike rides in the country to lend their support to the more than 12,500 Northern Californians living with MS. With AT&T Park and the Golden Gate Bridge Golden Gate Bridge, across the Golden Gate from San Francisco to Marin Co., W Calif.; built 1933–37. Its overall length is 9,266 ft (2,824 m); its main span across the strait, 4,200 ft (1,280 m), is one of the longest bridges in the world. Joseph B. as backdrops, cyclists participating in the fully-supported two-day event will come together to raise awareness for the disease. "Every hour of every day, someone new is diagnosed with MS. By participating in the Waves to Wine MS Bike Tour, you'll raise crucial funds to help support Northern Californians living with MS," said Jessica Fewless, director of special events for the society. "Your participation will have a profound impact on those living with MS. Whether pedaling your bike, raising funds, or volunteering, Waves to Wine is truly human powered." Day 1: San Francisco to Rohnert Park Rohn·ert Park A city of west-central California, a residential suburb of Santa Rosa. Population: 42,300. The route, spanning more than 150 miles of open road from San Francisco to Healdsburg, begins at AT&T Park, with free parking in Lot A. Once you cross the festive start line and head over the Golden Gate Bridge to Stinson Beach, you'll be able to fuel up and stay hydrated hy·drat·ed adj. Chemically combined with water, especially existing in the form of a hydrate. Adj. 1. hydrated - containing combined water (especially water of crystallization as in a hydrate) hydrous approximately every 12 miles at rest stops, along with a lunch stop. After cycling 80 miles, you'll reach Sonoma Mountain Sonoma Mountain is a prominent landform within the Sonoma Mountains of southern Sonoma County, California.[1] This place name is also a recognized American Viticulture Area known as the Sonoma Mountain AVA. Village in Rohnert Park, where you'll spend the night. This well-deserved respite will give you a chance to connect with fellow riders while enjoying great food, music and libations, sponsored by Sonoma Vineyards and New Belgium New Belgium can refer to:
Day 2: Rohnert Park to Healdsburg Day two will feature 75 miles of rural countryside, from Rohnert Park to Healdsburg. Winding through the heart of the wine country, the route will culminate at Lake Sonoma Lake Sonoma lies west of Healdsburg in northern Sonoma County, California. Main access from U.S. Route 101 is from Healdsburg, via Dry Creek Road. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers built Warm Springs Dam across Dry Creek in 1983 for flood control, to supply water for at the end of Dry Creek Dry Creek may refer to:
Become a Waves to Wine MS Bike Tour Cyclist or Volunteer Now Help support The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Northern California Chapter by starting or joining a team. If you sign-up before June 30, you'll receive a special registration rate of $35! Any group of four or more people can form a team, including friends, family, colleagues or neighbors. After registering, you'll receive everything you need to collect contributions. And with our powerful online fundraising tools, we've made it even easier for your friends and family to contribute to your ride. Raise more than the minimum amount of $250 and you'll be eligible to win great prizes. To register for the event, sponsor a rider or team or to learn more about the event details and other ways you can volunteer and support the society, please visit http://www.wavestowine.org/ or call 1-800-FIGHT-MS. Additionally, the society will host a "Captain's Ride" on June 24th at Sonoma Mountain Village in Rohnert Park to familiarize cyclists with the route. To register for this event, please email info@wavestowine.org. About Multiple Sclerosis Multiple sclerosis is a chronic, often disabling disease of the central nervous system. Symptoms may be mild, such as numbness in the limbs, or severe, such as paralysis or impaired vision. The progress, severity and specific symptoms of MS in any one person cannot yet be predicted, but advances in research and treatment give hope to those affected by the disease. About The National Multiple Sclerosis Society The National Multiple Sclerosis Society supports more MS research, offers more services for people with MS, provides more professional education programs and furthers more MS advocacy efforts than any other MS organization in the world. The Northern California Chapter represents more than 12,000 people with MS in Northern California. Studies show that early and ongoing treatment with an FDA-approved therapy can reduce future disease activity and improve quality of life for many people with multiple sclerosis This is a list of people with multiple sclerosis, similar to the category "People with multiple sclerosis" but with sources and explanations. : Top - 0–9 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z B
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