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2019 Team Chance Owl Ride for Jackson

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2019 Owl Ride for Jackson

Ride with Team Chance or make a donation to help premature and critically ill babies! Athletes support Jackson Chance Foundation whose mission is remove the financial burden of parking fees, giving every family the opportunity to be with their child. Every $300 raised gives one NICU baby's family one parking pass for one month.

This year, Team Chance will be riding from Chicago, IL to Valparaiso, IN. Riders will be starting the ride at the St. Jane Hotel Chicago, riding 55.5 miles along the beautiful Lake Michigan, lakefront and some of Chicago and Indiana's most scenic prairie paths and country roads. Riders will enjoy a lovely dinner and stay overnight at the Country Inn and Suites in Valparaiso, IN. After a good night's rest, riders will ride 55.5 miles back to cross the finish line and celebrate with their friends and family at the St Jane Hotel Chicago!


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When
Saturday August 17th
6:00am
Where
Chicago, IL, USA
Chicago, IL, USA
Logistic Information

Team Chance Owl Ride for Jackson is a two day, 111-mile ride starting at the St Jane Hotel in Chicago and rides to the Country Inn and Suites in Valparaiso, IN and back to Chicago. Riders will be guided along paths, road, and trails for 55.5 miles one day and another 55.5 miles the next day. 

TIMELINE:

Saturday Departure:

· 5:30am: Bag drop-off at St. Jane Hotel

· 6:00am: Owl Ride for Jackson Day 1 Departure (Social Group)

· 6:20am: Owl Ride for Jackson Day 1 Departure (Peppy Group)

Saturday Arrival: 

· 2:00pm: Valparaiso Arrival

· 6:30pm: Team Chance Dinner

Sunday Departure: 

· 7:00am: Team Chance Breakfast (included in hotel price)

· 8:15am: Bag drop-off at Country Inn & Suites Hotel

· 8:30am: Owl Ride for Jackson Day 2 Departure (Social Group)

· 8:50am: Owl Ride for Jackson Day 2 Departure (Peppy Group)

Sunday Arrival:

· 3:00pm: St. Jane Hotel Arrival

· Upon Arrival: Post-Ride Celebration

GENERAL RIDE INFORMATION:

· We will be riding together as a team.

· Five formal rest stops per day (additional rest stop may be added)

· Most stops will be no longer than 15 minutes.

· The ride will take 7-8 hours each day - approx. 57 miles.

Items Provided by Rider:

· Bike

· Helmet

· Water bottle

· Anything else you want (headphones, phone holder, mirrors, etc.)

· Overnight bag:

    · Dinner Saturday night is casual and in our hotel.

    · Riders may venture into downtown during the day or after dinner.

    · In case of rain, please bring a jacket and additional clothing, socks, etc.

    · There is laundry at the hotel, but we suggest you bring a back-up outfit for Sunday.

Items Provided by JCF:

· An amazing weekend!

· Guided route with ride leaders

· All meals, snacks, and beverages

· First-aid kit

· Bike maintenance (tubes, air pump, patches, etc.)

· JCF t-shirts, water bottle, and sweatbands

Hotel Information

Jackson Chance Foundation provides a room block rate for riders at the Country Inn and Suites, below are the instruction on how to book your room and all rooms must be booked by July 17th.

Option 1: (ONLINE) click on the link

1. www.countryinns.com/valpoin

2. Enter the dates you desire, select the number of rooms you desire, then click “More Search Options’ below.

3. Select Promotional Code under the Rate Type and enter in G0817J in the next field, then click Search

4. A room type will be available on the next page, pick which room type, and click continue.

5. Enter in your personal information, a credit card is required to guarantee the reservation.  This card does not get charged unless the guest cancels their reservation less than 24 hours prior to arrival.  If reservation is cancelled less than 24 hours prior to arrival, the card on file will be charged a one night stay.

6. If you entered in an email address, your confirmation will be emailed, or you may print your confirmation

Option 2: (TELEPHONE)

Call 219-476-0000

1. Tell the agent the dates you desire, and tell them you are with the Jackson Chance group.

2. Give the agent your information. If reservation is cancelled less than 24 hours prior to arrival, the credit card will be charged a one night stay.

3. The agent can email the confirmation

Participant Information
Fundraising Incentive Levels

This year, there are several levels of fundraising for the Owl Ride, with corresponding gifts to recognize your contributions in removing the financial burden of parking fees. Gifts are cumulative, and qualifying participants will receive these items on the day of the Owl Ride. 

*Participants who reach the $1,111+ fundraising level 21 days prior to the event will receive their gift Day of Event. Participants who reach these levels inside of 21 days or up to 30 days post event will receive their award post-event. Participants who reach the $5,000+ fundraising level 10 days prior to the event will receive a complimentary hotel room.

$1,111 Level

Participant will receive a Team Chance Biking Jersey & Water Bottle.

$1,500 Level

Participant will receive a Team Chance Commemorative Long Sleeve T-Shirt.

$2,500 Level

Participants will choose either a Team Chance Sweatshirt.

$5,000+ level

Participants will receive a complimentary hotel stay in Valparaiso, IN

Posted by JACKSON CHANCE FOUNDATION

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