The 2004 Great Mass Getaway

Saturday, June 21 and Sunday, June 22, Boston to Provincetown

This is the largest cycling event of the season, 2 days and 150 miles. Cyclists leave Marina Bay Saturday morning and arrive in Provincetown on Sunday afternoon.

On Day One, the Tour goes through the beautiful towns of Southeastern Massachusetts, such as Cohasset, Scituate, Duxbury, and Plymouth. A century ride is offered as an alternative route on Saturday. At end of day, riders enjoy bands, beer from Wachusett Brewery, and pleasant accommodations.

On Day Two, the route winds across scenic Cape Cod, traveling along the national seashore and finishing in Provincetown. Sunday afternoon, cyclists celebrate at the finish festivities with new friends made on the tour, or take a stroll through Provincetown's main street before boarding a party boat bound for Marina Bay.

Volunteers might work behind the scenes, but they are the reason why programs and fundraising succeed. Being a volunteer is fun and helpful. It is a chance to make a difference. You can volunteer for an hour, an evening, a day or a whole weekend. Those who volunteer for the whole weekend and pre-register will be provided lodging (subject to availability) by the Multiple Sclerosis on the Cape.

Medical volunteers are needed for the 12 checkpoints along the route. The Multiple Sclerosis will provide a fully stocked jump kit to tend to all the needs of the Tours cyclists, volunteers and staff. The Medical Director, Tina Mahon ([email protected]) can answer any questions you may have.

Ham radio volunteers are needed for the 12 checkpoints, sag between the checkpoints and shuttling supplies. True to amateur radio, we have become the GMG force that gets anything and everything done, so all skill levels of hams are needed. Using two meter and 70 centimeters (440) equipment and repeaters will be used along the route in a open tactical net format. The Net Control Station will be operated from the Brockton Emergency Management Agency�s Command Support Unit (CSU) at one of the checkpoints. The CSU may also communicate directly with municipal agencies as needed during emergencies. The Communications Director, John Mahon ([email protected]) may answer any questions you may have.



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