We’re excited to be back at the breathtaking Kelso Conservation Area for Wheels 2026. Whether you ride, hike, or walk, your participation directly supports the medically complex children and families cared for by The Darling Home for Kids.
Choose Your Adventure:
- 🥾 5km Hike or Mountain Bike Trail Explore the natural beauty of Kelso’s landscape on foot or by mountain bike with our 5km route through forested trails.
- 🚴♂️ Cycling Routes – 25km, 50km, or 100km Hit the road with one of our scenic cycling routes designed for riders of all levels. Whether you’re in it for a leisurely ride or a long-distance challenge, your journey makes a difference.
- 🚶♀️ Accessible Family Walk Enjoy a relaxed, inclusive walk along Kelso’s beautiful boardwalk - perfect for families and participants of all ages and abilities.
After your adventure, join us for a finish line celebration, where all participants will come together to mark their accomplishments and the meaningful impact they’ve made.
By taking part in Wheels, you’re doing more than just enjoying a day outdoors - you’re helping provide specialized care, comfort, and joyful experiences for children with complex medical needs. Every pedal. Every step. Every stride makes an impact.
Every pedal. Every step. Every stride makes an impact.
Registration Options
- Early Bird (until April 30th) - $35
- Spring Registration (May 16 - June 25) - $45
- Final Chance (June 26 - 27) - $55
- Special Youth Rate - Save $15!
- Discount applied automatically (under 18 on event day)
Save an additional $10 when you register a family of four!
Fundraising Minimum
- Individual – $200.00
- Family – $500.00
- 2 adults; 2 children
- Team of 10 – $1,500.00
- Youth – $75.00
- Under 18 on event day
Check back later as Routes are finalized and posted.
Event schedule
- Sun, June 28, 2026 7:15 a.m. - Event Registration Opens
- Sun, June 28, 2026 8:00 a.m. - 100km route departs
- Sun, June 28, 2026 9:30 a.m. - 60km route departs
- Sun, June 28, 2026 10:00 a.m. - 25km route departs
- Sun, June 28, 2026 10:15 a.m. - 5km Trail or Mountain Bike
- Sun, June 28, 2026 11:00 a.m. - Boardwalk Stroll to the Beach
- Sun, June 28, 2026 12:00 p.m. - Celebration Lunch and Awards
The Impact of Your Support
 | “The impact DHK has had on our family is profound, especially now as Sean’John approaches the transition into adulthood. DHK has given us invaluable peace of mind, allowing me essential rest, knowing he is cared for with genuine love and professionalism. DHK quickly became more than just a place of respite — it became our sanctuary. Their expertise, their calm in the face of complex care needs, and their willingness to learn and adapt to Sean’John’s unique requirements have been nothing short of remarkable.” ~ Melissa, DHK Parent |
Since 2011, Wheels has raised over $1.58 million in support of capital projects and core programs offered at The Darling Home for Kids. As the population of medically complex children rises in Ontario year over year, so does the demand for our services. When you support Wheels, you help us move one step closer to our goal of a world where no child is too complex to receive the love, care and support they deserve. Past projects have included:
- Building of a wheelchair accessible playground
- A tranquil therapeutic sculpture garden
- Cedar-lined clubhouse
- Renovations to a respite bedroom
- Expansion of administrative space
- Purchase and installation of a new Rhapsody bathtub and hygiene chair
- Purchase of a wheelchair accessible van
- Hydrotherapy program
- Multi-sensory therapy program
- Pet therapy program
- Family support program
Every dollar raised from Wheels will support core programming and services at The Darling Home for Kids.
For more information, visit www.darlinghomeforkids.ca.
Contact information
- Event contact
- Nicole Walker
- Phone
- 905.203.1049
Sponsors
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