Riding for a Cause: A Journey To the River for the Fight Against MS
Description
Welcome to the award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this area of Texas so unique. This week, Tom welcomes back Alan Peterson, who discusses his participation in the Ride to the River MS event, comparing it to the more well-known Houston to Austin MS 150 ride.
Alan shares his motivations, the event logistics, the experience of the ride, and the emotional impact of riding for a cause close to his heart, his mother’s battle with MS. The episode also delves into the fundraising aspects of these charity rides, discussing the contributions, overall impact, and the sense of community and purpose that drives participants. Alan highlights the differences between the rides, the support and volunteer participation, and the personal satisfaction he gains from contributing to a meaningful cause.
Key highlights:
- Discussing the Ride to the River Event
- Comparing Different MS Rides
- Support and Logistics of the Ride
- Personal Motivation and Fundraising
- Impact and Future of MS Rides
Resources:
Alan Peterson MS Fundraising Page
Other Hill Country Focused Podcasts
Texas Hill Country Podcast Network
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