Local AmBuCs chapter provides girl with pleasant surprise

Photo by Keith Stewart
Zoe Powell is seen on her new AmTryke, as father Mike, and mother Betty each help her get going.

by Christina Whitford
Sullivan Reporter

For those who are living with physical limitations, doing everyday activities such as riding a bike can present a challenge. This was the case for 12-year old Zoe Powell who dreamed of being able to ride a bike. But due to a condition with which she was born, a traditional bike was not an option for Zoe.

Zoe was born with Turner’s syndrome which caused her to be smaller than most children her age. She loves to ride bikes, but because of her size, many regular bikes would not accommodate her.

But during this year’s Oktoberfest, Zoe and her parents Mike and Betty Powell were walking around the square when they came across a trailer for the Sullivan AmBuCs which displayed a variety of AmTrykes.     Login or Subscribe to read the rest of this story.