The itinerary for November 10, 2001 between Washington, DC and Philadelphia, PA.
Great thanks to the City of Collingswood, NJ who gave us a special day in the center of the town. We enjoyed special music, a welcome speech from the mayor and a huge "code 3" send off by the Collingswood Police and Fire Departments that rivaled any "big city" on our route. Be proud Collingswood! A special Thanks to Karen Ammond of KBC Media who has been instrumental in helping us get these bears to New York. It has been a long journey and we couldn't have done this without your help and encouragement.
A huge gratitude of thanks to the Police and Fire Departments of Philadelphia for opening their doors to us as we came through the city. You made our last day before entering New York so special. We were looking forward to an all night bear packing party back at the hotel when the guys at Rescue 1 called in their buddies to help. We now know why they call them Rescue 1. Special thanks to Sgt. Al Lopez who treated us to Philly Steak sandwiches while we got ready to finish packing up the bears.
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If you can arrange to obtain copies of newspaper articles or video of TV news coverage of the ride, please send it to the Raising Hope office:
Raising Hope
26594 Placentia Avenue
Perris, CA 92571
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