Age: 14 years
He has Cerebral Palsy and Scoliosis
Born in Sacramento, California
Parents are Mike and Naomi Fletcher
He has an Older Brother and Sister, both living in CA.
Moved to Isabella, MI. in summer of 2002
He is a Freshman at Big Bay deNoc High School, in Garden, MI and carries a B average
He has been going to Bay Cliff Health Camp for 6 years
The Trek to Bay Cliff will take 4 days starting June 17 at Rapid River Lions Club and end at Bay Cliff on June 20, 2009 on opening day of summer camp. There is a benefit baseball game planned by Ternary Lions Club on June 16th. Bay Cliff Campers, current and former, are welcomed to join in.
Gene will travel about 25 to 30 miles per day with rest stops about every 5 miles to allow the motors to cool down. Different organizations will serve refreshments at each stop. The caravan will have safety vehicles in front and back.
All funds raised will be presented to Mr. Tim Bennett of Bay Cliff Health Camp at a special ceremony on opening day.
| Name | “Street Corpus” power wheel chair by Permobil |
| Weight | 385 lbs. |
| Range | 16-22 miles per charge |
| Batteries | 2-12v. rechargeable group 24 gel |
| Max speed | 7.5 mph |
| Special Features | The whole seat elevates 9.7 inches Seat tilts back and seat back reclines independently of each other Equipped with turn signals, flashers and horn Rear wheel drive with 4 shock absorbers for comfort |