by Myles Kneisz (Cowichan Valley)
Hi, my name is Myles. I want to say thank you to my service provider Integra for putting on the Amazing Race during this COVID-19 pandemic.
The Amazing Race was a 100-item scavenger hunt that had each Integra supported home create teams to find different things all over town and then submit photos of what was found in exchange for points.
From Integra’s Duncan homes to the ones in Victoria, the race was a fun and inclusive way to bring back a sense of community in these tough, separating times. It was cool to have so many different homes working towards the same goal. It made it feel like we were doing it together.
At the start of the race I got to make a sign to represent our house “Cow T.” I was really proud of that. If teams included their house sign in their photos it doubled the points for that photo.
Some of my favourite photos from the race were of the pretty ocean view near Maple Bay, the wonderful wind chimes and the awesome motorcycles. The Amazing Race took a lot of creativity and enthusiasm. Some of the items were hard to find but I think everyone who participated had a blast searching.
These times may be tough, but just hang on and we will get through this together. Keep each other busy and keep washing your hands so none of us get the virus. Thank you again Integra for the Amazing Race. I can’t wait for the next one!