Ripple Effect Society

Welcoming the World to Vancouver, Ripple Effect Style.

A few eager beaver Ripple Effect members met at Mango Cafe downtown Vancouver on the first day of the Olympics to assist people new to downtown with directions and other friendly advice that was needed.

The number of people requiring assistance were few, but the activities this Ripple Effect group participated in were numerous and fun!

The highlights:

* visiting the Olympic torch!
* seeing the huge crowd lining up outside Hudson Bay to purchase Olympic gear
* watching the first brave soles flying above on the zip line. 3hour waiting line up and that was one the first day!
* being accosted by a group of wonderful Vancouverites that were offering "Free hugs and chocolate"
* learning the 'riots' where nothing but hype.
* seeing people enjoying the novelty of walking on the road along Robson St.

Each Ripple Effect member was able to assist at least SOMEONE with either directions, advice or taking photos of groups etc.

It was a fun morning, and while the crowds had yet to descend on the streets of downtown Vancouver, people were starting to get the feel that the Olympics "had arrived".

Welcome badges adorned, this Ripple Effect group had a great start to the Olympics.

Michael
President