Keep an eye (and ear) on our bike tour across the Southern Tier

Our Cross-Country: Southern Tier bike tour launched March 6 from San Diego, with 24 cyclists pedaling their way across the country to St. Augustine, FL by April 29. Some of these bike riders are keeping blogs and/or fundraising for causes that are important to them. Here is how you can follow their progress, or donate to their non-profits. (Please note that some of these social media pages are private, so requests to follow them are at the discretion of the owners.)

She rides her bike across the country for strong bones

Jen M. of Chestertown, MD is a retired chiropractor who is offering short Facebook videos about the tour, as well as tips on improving bone health. She is also fund-raising for the Ladies Underserved Needs Alliance, or LUNA. 

She pedals across the country today for the sake of healthcare providers of tomorrow

Mary C. of Columbus, NJ is a family physician who is blogging about her tour experience on Substack, Facebook and Instagram. She is also raising money for three philanthropic funds she created, including the Dr. Mary Campagnolo Fund for Excellence in Family Medicine Education. 

Grandson is this cross-country bicyclist's biggest fan

Debbie J.T. of Belton, MO was profiled by her local news station about her upcoming experience, which fulfills a longtime dream. Her grandson will be rooting for her every mile of the way. Debbie participates every year in Bike MS, fundraising to help cure multiple sclerosis.