There was plenty of action the night before too, when everyone gathered for the official Welcome esCarpade dinner. A highlight of the night was when local Bendigo dad Simon Fitzpatrick told of the wonderful contribution Camp Quality made to the family’s wellbeing when Simon and Tina’s middle son Andre was diagnosed with cancer five years ago. Simon reminded everyone yet again of how valuable their work was for families living with cancer.
Andre and his mum Tina also helped give esCarpade a big media splash with their photo on the front page of Saturday’s paper and a three page feature inside. Also in the feature was local esCarpader Luke Arnott, who really went the extra mile on Thursday by making his premises at Luke Arnott Electrical available for scrutineering. Luke and his fellow locals were a fount of information for arriving esCarpadians in need of everything from car parts to stationery items.
All up, Bendigo proved it was an ideal starting point for esCarpade, not only to celebrate the 20th anniversary but also for the great facilities and tremendous community spirit of the whole town.
Stay tuned more pictures to come shortly!
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