We received this information this morning from the LA Gay Center. This is a wonderful opportunity to compete in Cycling and raise money for homeless gay youth. Our community sometimes forgets about those of us who aren't old enough to be seen in a bar, so this sheds light on an issue for which there should be more awareness.
Beautiful, Fully Supported Ride from L.A. to Santa Barbara and Back, Sept. 25-26,
Supports L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center’s Life-saving Services
LOS ANGELES, July 27, 2010 –Ready to leave the city behind and enjoy a weekend ride—on a bike—through some of California’s most beautiful countryside? On Saturday, September 25 those ready for a unique and fun get-away will kick their wheels into gear as participants in the second annual Baby Dragon 180 Ride—a fully supported two-day bike ride from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara and back.
Registration, limited to just 150 (experienced and novice) cyclists, is still open for the 180-mile ride that benefits several life-saving programs of the L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center and is produced by the same team that has made the seven-day AIDS/LifeCycle (ALC) such a success. The beautiful route takes riders on a scenic journey through some of Southern California’s most picturesque beaches, rolling hills, vineyards and orange groves. All meals and accommodations are included in the cost of registration, including a night at the quaint Lemon Tree Inn in Santa Barbara.
“Even if you’ve never pedaled a bike before, I promise you the Baby Dragon 180 Ride is your chance to say YES to a challenge that can and will change your life,” says actor Chad Allen (Saved; Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman). “Come coast down the California shoreline with a pack of like-minded souls dedicated to making the world a better place.”
For those who have considered riding from San Francisco to Los Angeles as participants in AIDS/LifeCycle but don’t feel quite ready for that commitment, the Baby Dragon Ride offers a great taste of the ALC experience and regular training rides help participants prepare—even those who have little or no cycling experience. And a customizable web tools make it simple for each participant to raise the $1,000 minimum that supports the Center’s Mental Health Services, Crystal Meth Recovery Services and programs for LGBT youth.
The event is named in honor of a young Center client (nicknamed “Baby Dragon”) who died two years ago. A group of his friends and family helped create the Baby Dagon Fund, which supports Center services that help LGBT youth and others receive the counseling and care they need to live fulfilling, drug-free lives.
Until July 31, participants can take advantage of a special two-for-one deal on registration by sending e-mail to info@babydragon180ride.org or calling 323-860-7374. For more information about the Baby Dragon 180 Ride, go to www.babydragon180ride.org.
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