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www.insideHALTON.com | OAKVILLE BEAVER | Thursday, June 9, 2016 | 38 For more news, visit insidehalton.com/oakville-on Right to Play's Boers shares his journey continued from p.18 His presentation, which included video clips of his travels through four continents and three deserts, was followed by a question-and-answer period. The inquisitive students asked if Boers ever fell off his bike, what his favourite places and landscapes were and what was the scariest thing he had come across so far in his travels. Yes, he fell, but wasn't badly injured, in Africa when he hit a ditch of deep sand. His favourite place was the Republic of Namibia because of the all the wildlife he came across and the kind people he met. "That country is so pure," Boers said, adding his second favourite place was the Canadian Rockies. Although they were tough to climb, the views were unreal and going down the mountains at about 85 km/h was exciting, he admitted. The scariest moments during his trip was cycling past a cobra, that shot upright has he passed and his tent nearly flooding one night during a heavy downpour. When asked what was next for him, Boers told students he's been having the time of his life. It's been a rewarding experience meeting new people, sharing his story with others -- all while supporting a cause that will help others achieve their dreams. "If I can inspire you, you can inspire others, so we can make a better world," he said. Boers added he is focused on life in the present and will cross the next bridge when it comes along, figuratively speaking. He still has South America to get through and hopes to eventually reach New Zealand and Australia. He'll then head to Asia and from Nepal will go westward back to the Netherlands, his homeland. Following Boers' inspirational presentation, Linda Sweet, the director of Glenburnie, presented him with a cheque for $500 to support his dream of helping the Right to Play. She told students the Right to Play is a worthy cause. "You learn about mental toughness, you learn about patience, you learn about compassion, you learn about what makes a winner," she said, noting coaches teach children to overcome challenges they have in their life. For more information about Boers' adventure, visit www.alwartboers. com. RESPECT Our country thrives on mutual respect. Planning a pipeline works when different communities discuss and agree on a path forward. Learn about how pipeline companies work to engage the public, hear concerns and find the best solutions. Delivering Canada's energy. Every day. Learn more about pipelines in your life at: aboutpipelines.com