5th Annual Ride the River: Supporting Colorectal Cancer Care at Brockville General Hospital Being Held This Sunday

Brockville – The 5th annual Ride the River, the community’s premier cycling fundraiser, is taking place this Sunday, June 8, 2025, along the 1000 Islands Parkway.

The event was created in memory of Dr. Smylie, honouring his legacy and long-standing contributions to healthcare at Brockville General Hospital.

Every year, Ride the River brings together riders, supporters, and local champions to make a lasting impact on patient care.

You can still register for this Sunday’s ride at: https://www.ridingtheriver.ca

On June 8, cyclists of all skill levels will ride together along the Parkway, enjoying one of the most scenic routes in our region. The journey will finish at Brown’s Bay, where participants and supporters will gather for a well-earned celebration, featuring great food, refreshing drinks, and exciting prizes.

The Ride the River Planning Committee has set a bold fundraising goal of $300,000, and every dollar raised will go directly toward supporting colorectal cancer care at Brockville General Hospital.

This year, every dollar raised will go directly toward the “Bottoms Up” campaign, supporting colorectal cancer care at the Brockville General. With your support, they will be able to upgrade essential equipment, improve facilities, and ensure that every patient receives the best possible care, right here, close to home.

Since 2021, Ride the River has raised over $3 million, funding critical hospital improvements. This success is made possible by our dedicated riders, generous donors, and community champions who believe in better healthcare for all.

Ride the route of your choice on Sunday, June 8th, 2025.

Kicking off at Brown’s Bay as an individual, family or with your team, complete any of our Ride the River routes, or ride any of your favourite routes if you are riding before the event.

​Ride the River 2025 offers 2 ride options:

• OPTION 1: Riders supporting Ride the River have the flexibility to ride at their convenience and location of choice before June 8th.
• OPTION 2: On June 8th, riders can join others along the scenic 1000 Islands Parkway, with four distinct routes available:
  • 5 km: Beginning at Brown’s Bay, this route spans 2.5 km to mile marker 1180, then returns to Brown’s Bay via the same trail.
  • 25 km: Starting at Brown’s Bay, riders journey 12.5 km to the Lighthouse Store in Mallorytown before retracing their path to Brown’s Bay.
  • 50 km: This route leads riders 25 km to the picturesque Smuggler’s Glen Golf Course, followed by a return journey to Brown’s Bay along the same trail.
  • 75 km: Embarking on a longer adventure, riders head west for 33 km to the west end of the trail. Upon reaching the trail’s end, riders reverse course, passing Brown’s Bay and covering
  • 4.5 km to the east end of the trail before returning to Brown’s Bay.

SCHEDULE FOR THE DAY

• 8:00 am: Registration opens
  Start your day by checking in and picking up your race materials at the registration desk.
• 8:20 am: General Announcements
  Important event information and updates. Please stay tuned.
• 8:30 am: Riders line up for the start of the ride
  The ride begins! Cheer on the riders as they embark on their journey!
• 10:30 am: BBQ opens
  Enjoy delicious food at the BBQ area. A great way to refuel and relax.
• 10:45 am: Prize Winners Posted
  Prize announcements will take place, and winners will be revealed! Be sure to check the board to see if you won!

For more information or to register: https://www.ridingtheriver.ca