Second Annual Tri-County Bike Ride to Benefit Troops
by JANINE WEST
Auxiliary will also be on site serving breakfast to cyclists and spectators.
For many around the world, Armed Forces Day is a time to come
The Combat Vets Association and the American Legion Riders, in conjunction
together and thank military members for their patriotic service. In honor
with the Spring Lake Police Department and Harnett County Sheriff's
of this special day, the Army's Army, a nationally recognized 501 (c)
Department, will also be on hand to escort the cyclists
(3) nonprofit organization made up of citizens
throughout the day. After completing the tri-county trek,
and businesses who have pledged their support to
race participants will be welcomed back to Mendoza
those in the military, will partner with Cross Creek
Park and enjoy post-race activities and refreshments
Cycling Club (C4) to host the 2013 Ride To Honor.
provided by Army's Army partner, Sonic.
The Army's Army has proudly been supporting
The registration fee for riders is $45; Wounded
our troops for more than five years and is truly
Warriors and children under the age of 13 are invited
dedicated to honoring and recognizing our brave
to ride for free. To register for the Ride To Honor,
servicemen and women. Providing various types of
visit www.active.com/cycling/spring-lake-nc/ridemilitary support through programs such as relocation
to-honor-2013 or check out the Ride To Honor
fairs and events geared towards soldiers, veterans
Facebook page for more information.
and their families, the Army's Army is committed to
Ride To Honor is part of 31-Day Salute, a month"watching over those who watch over us."
long celebration of performances, exhibits and
Now in its second year, Ride To Honor is a
activities throughout Cumberland County that show
34- and 61-mile bicycle ride that raises funds to
appreciation, respect and support for those who serve
support the Army's Army. Hosted in collaboration
with Cross Creek Cycling Club, the ride will
Ride To Honor is a 34- and 61-mile bicycle ride that and have served in the military.
In addition to participating in Ride To Honor, many
lead participants along a scenic route traversing
raises funds to support the Army's Army.
C4 members, which include both active duty and
Cumberland, Lee and Harnett counties.
retired military, volunteer and compete in several
Featuring rest stops that are sponsored by Flat
other community and charitable events throughout the year, including the
Branch Fire Department and Spring Hill United Methodist Church, bikers
Ride to Recovery, the Wounded Warrior ride on Fort Bragg and countless
will have the opportunity to grab a snack and take a moment to breathe
other rides across the Southeast United States. The club also participates
while excited volunteers cheer them on.
in various non-ride activities that support the community,
Opening ceremonies for this year's Ride To Honor will begin at 8:30
including Operation Spin Cycle, which assists wounded
a.m., on Saturday, May 18 at Mendoza Park in Spring Lake. Long-time
soldiers in the Warrior Transition Battalion on Fort Bragg.
partners of the Army's Army, the Cumberland Oratorio Singers, will kick
off the ceremony with the "National Anthem", followed by remarks from
JANINE WEST Contributing
special guest John Meroski, CEO of the Fayetteville Area Convention &
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Visitors Bureau and Chairman of the Army's Army. The American Legion
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