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$2.50 BBQ for cycling programs for injured veterans

8:09 PM PDT on July 29, 2011

American Legion Auxillary post 817 is hosting a BBQ and raffle to raise funds for Ride 2 Recovery.
This is their second BBQ. The first one on July 24th raised over $440
With almost no advertising. lets make sure this one gets out. Everybody please repost and invite everybody on your friends list.

The BBQ is $2.50 a plate with choice of Burger, Hot Dog, Chicken or Hot Link. chips and Potato salad included. Full bar available for a...dditional cost. 100% of proceeds from BBQ go to ride2recovery. Raffle is split 50% of raffle tickets to ride2recovery and 50% split between 2 winners.

What is Ride2Recovery???
Held in partnership with the Fitness Challenge Foundation, the Ride2Recovery raises money to support Spinning Recovery Labs and outdoor cycling programs at Military and VA locations around the U.S. to help injured veterans overcome obstacles they face.
Cycling is an important part of the recovery and rehabilitation program for two reasons:
1. Cycling is an activity that almost all patients with mental and physical disabilities can participate.
2. Participation in the Ride2Recovery Program helps speed up recovery and the rehabilitation process.

If you can not make it, but wish to help out please visit www.ride2recovery.com click on sponsor rider, type in John Morlock and donate whatever is comfortable for you.

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