Ride goes virtual
It has been a tough year so far, but one local non-pro t organization is inspiring others to keep pedaling forward.
The Fauquier Free Clinic is dedicated to providing medical, dental and mental health care to the uninsured and Medicaidinsured individuals in Fauquier and Rappahannock Counties. To help support this mission and fund essential health care services the clinic hosts an annual fundraising event, known as the Rappahannock Rough Ride, which brings community members together for a one-day bike tour.
“Fundraising events and generous local donations are very important for us to continue our mission of service,” said the clinic’s Board President Caroline Riley.
But the health and well-being of the community will always be their
rst priority, so the clinic made the di cult decision to cancel the group bike ride this year. Instead, it will host a rst-ever virtual ride so that participants can support the free clinic from anywhere, while keeping the community safe.
Here’s how it works: Riders can pick a challenge distance and register on bikereg.com for a fee of $25 (price includes a T-shirt). Participants are then challenged to grab a bike and visit a local trail, open back road, cycling studio or home gym and then log their miles between Sept. 14-19. A erwards, they are invited to share their journey in the Virtual Rough Ride Facebook Group to see how their fellow riders are doing.
If you’d like to sign up for this year’s Virtual Rough Ride in support of the Fauquier Free Clinic, visit https:// www.bikereg.com/virtual-rough-ricdoest and join the “Virtual Rough Ride” Facebook group.
Not on Facebook? Participants can share their journeys by sending a message and/or photo to rob@ fauquierfreeclinic.org and let them know if you’d like to be featured on social media postings.