Stepping up for sick kids
October 5, 2021
Just weeks after leaving BC Children’s Hospital Beatrix Reilly spent her summer summiting 10 mountains. The nine-year-old is bagging peaks to bring IV medical treatments to sick kids.
A day's play turned life upside down
Much of Reilly’s free time is spent outdoors. A typical North Shore tween she spends a lot of time in the forest. More than average kid, she thrives outside: tackling road and mountain biking, participates in a weekly forest school program and follows in the footsteps of her trail running mom. This is a lifestyle for the Lynn Valley family - her dad Ryan even runs a business renting emergency locator beacons to weekend adventurers. It all stopped last April when a normal day of normal play resulted in a cut on Reilly’s knee and within 24 hours she was a long-term resident at BC Children’s Hospital.
From adversity to adventure

Big goals, big rewards
With the drive of helping more kids access the IV technology that made a difference to her quality of life, Reilly learned the power of setting goals. “I liked that I was raising lots of money,” she said. “And Slurpees at the end!”
Good company - “Go with someone you want to spend time with, like a friend.” She noted little brothers don’t always make the best peak-bagging partners.
Good Food - “Bring good snacks - like chocolate.” A rare treat for Reilly, who also finds gummies a good “but not as good as chocolate” choice.
Good rewards - “Something like hot chocolate or a Slurpee at the end is the best.”
Good timing - “I really liked sliding down when there was still snow.” A clear day also helps to enjoy the view and fully appreciate the summit, adds mom Caroline.
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