Black Dog Ride - National 1 Day Ride, 2013
The Black Dog Ride - National 1 Day Ride is a nationwide event with 17 legs across every State & Territory in Australia where riders get on their bikes to raise awareness of depression and suicide prevention. The inaugural ride saw over 2000 people participate nationwide and Black Dog Riders made their own record for "most black dogs on motorbikes" which we're attempting to break in 2013! Can you help us beat 1,300+ black dogs on bikes in 2013?
The 2013 Black Dog Ride - National 1 Day Ride will be held on Sunday 24th March. There are BDR National 1 Day Rides in every corner of the country. Registrations are officially open!
DOWNLOAD the National 1 Day Ride Flyer with all rides listed - HERE or if you prefer the print version for hi-res printing, click HERE
Click on the quick jump links below to scroll directly to the ride information you need:
WA - Dardanup, Kalgoorlie
SA - Adelaide, Kangaroo Island, Coober Pedy
VIC - Bacchus Marsh, Bendigo, Penshurst
TAS - Campbell Town
ACT - Canberra
NSW - Sydney, Central Coast
QLD - Helensvale, Mackay, Townsville
NT - Darwin, Alice Springs
National 1 Day Ride Fundraising
Lifeline is the beneficiary of the funds raised on this Black Dog Ride. Lifeline is the pre-eminent suicide prevention organisation in Australia. Lifeline provides national services and campaigns that promote emotional wellbeing, encourage help seeking, and address suicide prevention and awareness in addition to providing vital access to crisis support, suicide prevention and mental health support services. Funds raised by Black Dog Ride during the National 1 Day Ride help Lifeline to maintain and build their vital suicide prevention programs across the nation.
We encourage every rider and pillion to set up a GoFundraise account, with a goal of raising $50. If 2,000 Black Dog Riders participate in the 2013 National 1 day ride, as they did in the 2012 National 1 Day Ride, and all of them raise just $50, we will raise $100,000 for Lifeline! Setting up a GoFundraise account is simple, and easily shared via Facebook, Twitter and email with your friends and colleagues. Click HERE to get started.
Don't ride but still want to support this ride? No worries, you can support Lifeline and the efforts of Black Dog Riders by making a tax deductible donation HERE.
National 1 Day Ride Motorcycle Raffle
Through the generosity of Black Dog Rider Ian McKenzie we are excited to announce the inaugural Black Dog Ride Motorcycle Raffle which is being run in conjunction with the National 1 Day Ride.
Ian, through his involvement in Motoworld BMW on the Mornington Peninsula VIC, has underwritten and supplied a magnificent BMW K1600GT-L motorcycle valued at nearly $40,000 rideaway. Net funds raised from the raffle go to Lifeline to help maintain and build their vital suicide prevention programs across the nation.
There are only 1,000 tickets at $100 each so be quick to secure your chance of winning this dream machine by clicking here.
Raffle Permit numbers: ACT R 13/00010, VIC 10014/13, NSW GOAU/1424
National 1 Day Ride Registration
Below are brief ride itineraries for every location, and links to their Registration Portals. You may purchase tickets for this ride via credit or debit card, or via clicking the 'pay at the door' option. The latter will ensure you have reserved your ticket and won't have to line up and register on the day of the ride. We encourage all riders to register prior to the event to reduce queues on ride day.
Please be aware:
- If you register for the wrong ride, you will need to request a refund and re-register for the correct ride. Please contact Fiona here for refunds.
- Tickets for Black Dog Rider with Winston are limited. You will receive your Winston at check-in on ride day with your BDR decal and patch.
- If you register on the day of the Ride unfortunately we can't guaratee you will receive a BDR patch and decal.
- Meals are not inclusive of the ticket price.
Once you are registered, your ride organiser will be in regular contact with you via email regarding the ride with detailed intineraries, ride advice and other information. If you need any information regarding the ride, please contact your ride organiser.
Important note: As the registration portal used, Eventbrite, is an overseas company, Australian banks may impose an 'overseas transaction tax' when you purchase your ticket. You will see this listed on your bank records. This amount varies between banks of between 20 cents and 80 cents. Please understand that this is out of Black Dog Ride's control and Black Dog Ride is not the recipient of this 'overseas transaction tax'.
BDR National 1 Day Ride - Adelaide, SA
Sunday 24th March 2013
Camden Recreational Ground, Novar Gardens, Adelaide
Mark it on your calendar and tell your mates- this will be a ride not to be missed!
Be part of a NATIONWIDE WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT for most Black Dogs on Motorbikes!
8.30am Check in and Lions Breakfast
10.00am Ride Departs Camden Rec Grounds
Travel some great riding roads!
11.00am Coffee break at Strathalbyn
12:30pm Finish with lunch by the Lions in Mannum
REGISTER for this awesome ride here: http://bdr-adelaide2013.eventbrite.com.au
Our Ride will raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention, mental health and crisis support services provided by Lifeline across Australia.
Contact Ride Organiser Mick by email: mb_mick@hotmail.com or ph: 0434-256-848
Download the Adelaide Ride Flyer HERE and help us get the word out about this fantastic event by distributing it amongst friends and colleagues!
BDR National 1 Day Ride - Alice Springs, NT
Sunday 24th March 2013
Lasseters Hotel, Alice Springs
Mark it on your calendar and tell your mates- this will be a ride not to be missed!
Be part of a NATIONWIDE WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT for most Black Dogs on Motorbikes!
8.00am Check in and morning tea
11.00am Depart Lasseters
Travel some great riding roads in the red centre!
11.50am Rest Stop at Corroborree Rock
12.30pm Arrive Ross River Resort for lunch
REGISTER for this awesome ride here: http://bdr-alicesprings2013.eventbrite.com.au
Our Ride will raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention, mental health and crisis support services provided by Lifeline across Australia.
Contact Ride Organiser Raymond via email: raymondjones@live.com.au or ph: 0428-832-044
Download the Alice Springes Flyer HERE and help us get the word out about this fantastic event by distributing it amongst friends and colleagues!
BDR National 1 Day Ride - Bacchus Marsh, VIC
Sunday 24th March 2013
Public Hall, 207 Main St, Bacchus Marsh.
Mark it on your calendar and tell your mates- this will be a ride not to be missed!
Be part of a NATIONWIDE WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT for most Black Dogs on Motorbikes!
8.30am Check in and Lions Breakfast
10.00am Ride Departs Bacchus Marsh
Travel some great riding roads through the Central Highlands!
1.00pm Finish with lunch by the Lions Club in Whittlesea
REGISTER for this awesome ride here: http://bdr-bacchus2013.eventbrite.com.au
Our Ride will raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention, mental health and crisis support services provided by Lifeline across Australia.
Contact Ride Organiser Dave on (03) 9398-0225 or david_mcauliffe@hotmail.com
Download the Bacchus Marsh Ride Flyer HERE and help us get the word out about this fantastic event by distributing it amongst friends and colleagues!
BDR National 1 Day Ride - Bendigo, VIC
Sunday 24th March 2013
Lake Weeroona Carpark, Bendigo.
Mark it on your calendar and tell your mates- this will be a ride not to be missed!
Be part of a NATIONWIDE WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT for most Black Dogs on Motorbikes!
9.00am Check in morning tea
11.00am Ride Departs Lake Weeroona
Ride the beautiful roads to the Mighty Murray!
12:30pm Finish with lunch by the Murray River in Echuca
REGISTER for this awesome ride here: http://bdr-bendigo2013.eventbrite.com.au
Our Ride will raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention, mental health and crisis support services provided by Lifeline across Australia.
Contact Ride Organiser Ric by email: ric@bushsong.com.au or ph: 0407-412-100
Download the Bendigo Ride Flyer HERE and help us get the word out about this fantastic event by distributing it amongst friends and colleagues!
BDR National 1 Day Ride - Campbell Town, TAS
Sunday 24th March 2013
Campbell Town Football Ground, High St, Campbell Town.
Mark it on your calendar and tell your mates- this will be a ride not to be missed!
Be part of a NATIONWIDE WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT for most Black Dogs on Motorbikes!
9:30am Check in and morning tea
11.30am Ride Departs from football ground
Travel some breathtaking riding roads!
1.00pm Finish with lunch at Recreation Ground, Burgess St, Bicheno, hosted by Bicheno RSL
REGISTER for this awesome ride here: http://bdr-tas2013.eventbrite.com.au
Our Ride will raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention, mental health and crisis support services provided by Lifeline across Australia.
Contact Ride Organiser Betty on 0407-501-620 or bettyparssey7@bigpond.com
Download the Campbell Town Ride Flyer HERE and help us get the word out about this fantastic event by distributing it amongst friends and colleagues!
BDR National 1 Day Ride - Canberra, ACT
Sunday 24th March 2013
Canberra Motorcycle Centre, Ipswich Street, Fyshwick, Canberra.
Mark it on your calendar and tell your mates- this will be a ride not to be missed!
Be part of a NATIONWIDE WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT for most Black Dogs on Motorbikes!
8.30am Check in and Lions Breakfast
10.00am Ride Departs Canberra Motorcycle Centre
Travel some great riding roads to the coast!
11.00am Morning Tea with Lions at Braidwood
12.30pm Finish with lunch by the Lions Club at Bateman's Bay
REGISTER for this awesome ride here: http://bdr-canberra2013.eventbrite.com.au
Our Ride will raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention, mental health and crisis support services provided by Lifeline across Australia.
Contact Ride Organiser Jack on 0412-228-047 or bdrcanberra@gmail.com
Download the Canberra Ride Flyer HERE and help us get the word out about this fantastic event by distributing it amongst friends and colleagues!
BDR National 1 Day Ride - Central Coast, NSW
Sunday 24th March 2013
The Entrance Leagues Club, Bay Village Road, Bateau Bay, NSW
Mark it on your calendar and tell your mates- this will be a ride not to be missed!
Be part of a NATIONWIDE WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT for most Black Dogs on Motorbikes!
8.30am Check in, breakfast and coffee by the Jnr Footy Club
10.00am Ride Departs Leagues Club
Travel some great riding roads through the Central Coast!
12.30pm Finish at Fly Point Park, Nelsons Bay, with lunch by Fingal Bay Lions Club
REGISTER for this awesome ride here: http://bdr-centralcoast2013.eventbrite.com.au
Our Ride will raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention, mental health and crisis support services provided by Lifeline across Australia.
Contact Ride Organiser Daz on 0413-873-276 or dpjewell@optusnet.com.au
Download the Central Coast Ride Flyer HERE and help us get the word out about this fantastic event by distributing it amongst friends and colleagues!
BDR National 1 Day Ride - Coober Pedy, SA
Sunday 24th March 2013
Returned and Services League, Coober Pedy
Mark it on your calendar and tell your mates- this will be a ride not to be missed!
Be part of a NATIONWIDE WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT for most Black Dogs on Motorbikes!
8.00am Check in, Lions Breakfast and mental health talk
9.30am Ride Departs for Cadney
Travel some great riding roads with great mates!
11.30am Lunch at Cadney
1.30pm Return to R&SL Coober Pedy for refreshments
REGISTER for this awesome ride here: http://bdr-cooberpedy2013.eventbrite.com.au
Our Ride will raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention, mental health and crisis support services provided by Lifeline across Australia.
Contact Ride Organiser Barney on 0431-740-484 or barneyatcoober@hotmail.com
Download the Coober Pedy Ride Flyer HERE and help us get the word out about this fantastic event by distributing it amongst friends and colleagues!
BDR National 1 Day Ride - Dardanup, WA
Sunday 24th March 2013
Dardanup Hall, Ferguson Rd, Dardanup.
Mark it on your calendar and tell your mates- this will be a ride not to be missed!
Be part of a NATIONWIDE WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT for most Black Dogs on Motorbikes!
8.00am Lions' breakfast, check-in and mental health expo commences.
9.45am Ride departs Dardanup Hall, Ferguson Rd, Dardanup.
Ride some great roads to the beautiful coast!
11.00amYahava Koffee stop and mental health expo in Nannup.
12.45pm Finish with lunch from the Goose Café overlooking the iconic Busselton Jetty, Busselton.
REGISTER for this awesome ride here: http://bdr-dardanup2013.eventbrite.com.au
Our Ride will raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention, mental health and crisis support services provided by Lifeline across Australia.
Contact Ride Organiser and BDR founder Steve on 0408-868-500 or steve@blackdogride.com.au
Download the Dardanup Ride Flyer HERE and help us get the word out about this fantastic event by distributing it amongst friends and colleagues!
BDR National 1 Day Ride - Darwin, NT
Sunday 24th March 2013
East Point Reserve, Darwin
Mark it on your calendar and tell your mates- this will be a ride not to be missed!
Be part of a NATIONWIDE WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT for most Black Dogs on Motorbikes!
9.00am Check in and morning tea
10.00am Ride departs
Ride some great roads with good mates!
12.30am Finish Back at East Point Reserve with lunch by Lions
REGISTER for this awesome ride here: http://bdr-darwin2013.eventbrite.com.au
Our Ride will raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention, mental health and crisis support services provided by Lifeline across Australia.
Contact Ride Organiser Andrew on 0412-519-469 or andrewp@jimsbookkeeping.com.au
Download the Darwin Ride Flyer HERE and help us get the word out about this fantastic event by distributing it amongst friends and colleagues!
BDR National 1 Day Ride - Helensvale, QLD
Sunday 24th March 2013
Shark Leathers, 6/142 Siganto Drive, Helensvale.
Mark it on your calendar and tell your mates- this will be a ride not to be missed!
Be part of a NATIONWIDE WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT for most Black Dogs on Motorbikes!
7:30am Check in and Lions Breakfast
9.30am Ride Departs Shark Leathers
Ride some great riding roads in the Brisbane Hinterland!
10.30am Morning tea stop in Beaudesert
12.30pm Finish with lunch in Boonah
REGISTER for this awesome ride here: http://bdr-helensvale2013.eventbrite.com.au
Our Ride will raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention, mental health and crisis support services provided by Lifeline across Australia.
Contact Ride Organiser Kylie on 0408-751-433 or kylie@kysa.com.au
Download the Helensvale Ride Flyer HERE and help us get the word out about this fantastic event by distributing it amongst friends and colleagues!
BDR National 1 Day Ride - Kalgoorlie, WA
Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th March 2013
Loopline Park, Boulder
Mark it on your calendar and tell your mates- this will be a ride not to be missed!
Be part of a NATIONWIDE WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT for most Black Dogs on Motorbikes!
Sat 9.00am Check in and Lions Breakfast
Sat 10.00am Ride Departs Kalgoorlie
Ride breaks at Norseman and Grass Patch Tavern on route to Esperance
Sunday 9.00am Enjoy brekky in Lions Esperance before meandering home
REGISTER for this awesome ride here: http://bdr-kalgoorlie2013.eventbrite.com.au
Our Ride will raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention, mental health and crisis support services provided by Lifeline across Australia.
Contact Ride Organisers Kathy on 0430-447-785 or Beth on 0429-987-156
Download the Kalgoorlie Ride Flyer HERE and help us get the word out about this fantastic event by distributing it amongst friends and colleagues!
BDR National 1 Day Ride - Kangaroo Island, SA
Sunday 24th March 2013
Memorial Gardens, Kingscote, Kangaroo Island
Mark it on your calendar and tell your mates- this will be a ride not to be missed!
Be part of a NATIONWIDE WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT for most Black Dogs on Motorbikes!
8.30am Check in at Memorial Gardens
9.30am Ride departs for South Coast Rd
10.30am Morning Tea at Rustic Blue Gallery and Cafe
Enjoy riding some great roads!
12.00 Lunch by Lions at Flinders Chase National Park
2.00pm Afternoon Tea at Parndana Hotel
3.00pm Return to Kingscote
REGISTER for this awesome ride here: http://bdr-kangarooisland2013.eventbrite.com.au
Our Ride will raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention, mental health and crisis support services provided by Lifeline across Australia.
Contact Ride Organiser Graeme by email: gnoad1@gmail.com or ph: 0407-932-825
Download the KI Ride Flyer HERE and help us get the word out about this fantastic event by distributing it amongst friends and colleagues!
BDR National 1 Day Ride - Mackay, QLD
Sunday 24th March 2013
Mackay Aero Club, Mackay
Mark it on your calendar and tell your mates- this will be a ride not to be missed!
Be part of a NATIONWIDE WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT for most Black Dogs on Motorbikes!
8.00am Check in and Lions Breakfast
9.30am Ride Departs Mackay Aero Club
Travel some breathtaking riding roads, stopping for a break at the Pinnacle Pub
11:30am Finish with lunch from Eungella Chalet
REGISTER for this awesome ride here: http://bdr-mackay2013.eventbrite.com.au
Our Ride will raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention, mental health and crisis support services provided by Lifeline across Australia.
Contact Ride Organiser Charles on seacharlie@dodo.com.au
Download the Mackay Ride Flyer HERE and help us get the word out about this fantastic event by distributing it amongst friends and colleagues!
BDR National 1 Day Ride - Penshurst, VIC
Sunday 24th March 2013
Penshurst Botanic Gardens, Penshurst
Mark it on your calendar and tell your mates- this will be a ride not to be missed!
Be part of a NATIONWIDE WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT for most Black Dogs on Motorbikes!
9.00am Check in and Lions Breakfast
10.30am Ride Departs Penshurst
Enjoy the great riding roads through the Southern Grampians!
11:15am Coffee break at Tower Hill
12 noon Finish at Port Fairy with lunch by Lions
REGISTER for this awesome ride here: http://bdr-penshurst2013.eventbrite.com.au
Our Ride will raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention, mental health and crisis support services provided by Lifeline across Australia.
Contact Ride Organiser Heather on 0448-208-305 or tracta74@gmail.com
Download the Penshurst Ride Flyer HERE and help us get the word out about this fantastic event by distributing it amongst friends and colleagues!
BDR National 1 Day Ride - Sydney, NSW
Sunday 24th March 2013
Penrith Leagues Club, Penrith
Mark it on your calendar and tell your mates- this will be a ride not to be missed!
Be part of a NATIONWIDE WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT for most Black Dogs on Motorbikes!
8.30am Ride check-in, breakfast and coffee refreshments
10.00am Ride departs from Panthers World of Entertainment to Katoomba, Blue Mountains (via Bells Line of Road)
Ride some amazing roads through the Blue Mountains!
1.30pm Finish with a yarn and official BDR world record tally back at Panthers World of Entertainment. Plenty of options for lunch and a cool drink.
REGISTER for this awesome ride here: http://bdr-penrith2013.eventbrite.com.au
Our Ride will raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention, mental health and crisis support services provided by Lifeline across Australia.
Contact Ride Organiser Nathan on 0419-885-775 or blackdogridensw@gmail.com
Download the Sydney Ride Flyer HERE and help us get the word out about this fantastic event by distributing it amongst friends and colleagues!
BDR National 1 Day Ride - Townsville, QLD
Sunday 24th March 2013
Townsville Civic Theatre, Boundary St
Mark it on your calendar and tell your mates- this will be a ride not to be missed!
Be part of a NATIONWIDE WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT for most Black Dogs on Motorbikes!
8.00am Check in and breakfast by Townsville Lions
9.30am Ride Departs Townsville
Travel some great riding roads with your mates!
10.15pm Morning Tea at Giru International Hotel
12 noon Finish with lunch by Lions at Riverway via Woodstock
REGISTER for this awesome ride here: http://bdr-townsville2013.eventbrite.com.au
Our Ride will raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention, mental health and crisis support services provided by Lifeline across Australia.
Contact Ride Organiser Ben on 0448-604-766 or bdrtownsville@live.com
Download the Townsville Ride Flyer HERE and help us get the word out about this fantastic event by distributing it amongst friends and colleagues!
