Seattle Nile Mini Bike Unit 2008

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Picnic at Bob and Del's in August
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Howard sitting, Al, Herb, Bob C., Kevin, Rich, Gene, Richard, Bob F., Don, and Dave Sr.

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Our Unit was formed to go out into the public and promote the Shriners Hospital which provides free care for children up to 18 years of age. That is why you see us performing in so many parades and at other activities throughout the State of Washington and in Canada. Most people are aware of the Shriners Hospital for Children of North America, where children 18  
 

 

History of Our Club

The Nile Shriners Mini Bike Unit was formed in 1970. The first captain was Ron T. Each Member bought a new 1970 Trail 70cc mini bike which we still use today, 39 years later. Many bikes were donated to the unit by the members who started the mini bikes in 1970. Each rider that rides in the unit today, purchases the bike from the unit with the understanding that when they no longer want to ride with the unit, they will sell the bike back to the unit. Each member is responsible for keeping up the maintenance of their

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years of age and under receive excellent medical care for burns, spinal cord injuries, or orthopaedic deformities. The families of patients receiving care are not charged for any treatment or service they receive at the Shriners Hospitals.

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bike. We have some fundraisers for raising money for the unit, but most of the money raised is by donation of the members. 

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