{"id":422444,"date":"2026-01-20T23:56:08","date_gmt":"2026-01-20T23:56:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/422444\/"},"modified":"2026-01-20T23:56:08","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T23:56:08","slug":"another-ride-for-jack-north-bay-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/422444\/","title":{"rendered":"Another Ride for Jack – North Bay News"},"content":{"rendered":"

The proceeds from the event support\u00a0summer camps and initiatives for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).<\/p>\n

The fat bike trails in the North Bay area are getting groomed for a very special February fundraiser.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Mark Lyons, Jack Lyons’ well-known father, is\u00a0connecting\u00a0with cycle enthusiasts Connie Hergott and Rod Bilz from the North Bay Mountain Bike Association in coordinating the fundraising winter bike ride called “Ride for Jack.”<\/p>\n

Lyons says work is already being done on the trails for the event, which takes place on Saturday, February 21, at the Stepping Stones Trails<\/a> in Corbeil.<\/p>\n

“We’re going\u00a0have the best trails in North Bay again,” said Lyons.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

“We had a wonderful showing last year, the trails were in great shape. So, as long as we get the weather, our trails will\u00a0be in perfect shape.<\/p>\n

“Our communities really embrace the trails. We’ve got the spot with Jack’s bench with the Ride for Jack Trails, and it’s a beautiful place to hang out.”\u00a0<\/p>\n

The ride honours Jack Lyons, a North Bay teen who passed away in April of 2022.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The proceeds from the event support\u00a0summer camps and initiatives for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).<\/p>\n

Mark Lyons loved when Jack could ride on his fat bike, which made\u00a0this event so special for the Lyons family.<\/p>\n

During the inaugural event in 2023, Lyons says they raised $12,500 in funds, which went towards One Kids Place Autism Camps.<\/p>\n

In 2025, the fundraising count was around $16,000.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Lyons says the fundraising is important as the camps run by One Kids Place do not get government funding.\u00a0<\/p>\n

“The camps are all privately funded,” said Lyons, noting that families from as far away as London have inquired about going to the local camps.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The cost to participate in the 4th annual Ride for Jack\u00a0<\/a>is $40 before February 1 and $50 afterwards.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The event will also include a new kids’ snow zone. Hot soup and snacks will also be available at the event.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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