Getting ready for the walk
Wow ! Yes it was indeed a Leo Walk to remember. What didn’t we had ? We had everything to make a memorable walk. We had nearly 470 participants to make a proud parade to mark the 40 years anniversary of Leoism in Sri Lanka.
The parade was led by a colorful parade symbolizing the Sri Lankan national identity. It included leos representing the different ethnic groups of Sri Lanka. All the leos of 306 A1 were carrying national flags and it was a colorful opening to the parade. It also had the “Leo Prince” 
Leo Prince
In-front of them was the 40 years sign on a decor. This was created by Leos of University of Moratuwa of 306 A2 and the cab was sponsored by DP 306 C1 Leo Danushka Sandanayaka. It featured the 40 years leo logo.
We had a cycle squad as well. They lead the front of the parade and at one moment we also had A1 DP Shohana also on a bike ! I am sure the bike squad had more fun . They were criss crossing the streets with national flags.
District 306 B2 had the most active parade. They were dancing , singing and rocking the whole parade. They were the “green army” of the parade. Led by District president Dinesh Thyagarajah they also had a wonderful participation. Dinesh was almost like Lasith Malinga with his painted hair . They enjoyed the whole walk with their music and dance.
I personally felt that all the Leos had lots of fun (even though some were complaining about leg aches after the walk) in the walk. I am amazed to see the number of leos who took part in this great event. They rallied in for a common cause showing the strength of the Leos. Special thanks to all the Leos from Matara , Panadura , Galle and Trinco for being there to make this walk a memorable one.
Special Thanks for Leo Thiru who organized this event. He made it a memorable 40 year celebration. Also i should thank all the organizing Leo clubs for their effort, almost all the clubs did their best in organizing. Special thanks also goes to Leo Dhanushka Sandanayaka and his home club for the camp site decorations.
As those who were there at the camp fire saw, for the first time in the history of leoism we ignited a camp fire on a coconut tree. This added a bit of fun and exitement to the event. Yet this will not happen at future camp fires .
Walk Chairman climbing "the" coconut tree
Water buckets never hit the tree , yet they hit a District President and a District Chairman
Thank you all the Leos for your participation! Leoism rocked Colombo on that day !!!
Leo Strength !
You made it happen ! While completing this long due blog post let me once again thank you for your support !
Spirit of synergy !!
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