This is a different TLT post to let you know that I am going to walk (possibly kayak a bit and bike a bit) 100 miles in NC State Parks and Greenways by early August. Why? To support the Bridges Church in Winston-Salem NC where my friend, Patrick Norris, is the minister. They already run a wonderful food and clothing distribution center on their property. And use the nicest building to house it! They want to do more in their community to teach skills, support families, mentor kids and share faith. That is a goal I can support.

The hundred mile walk is designed to raise some seed money for the project, and you can support the walk/bike/kayak at any amount per mile that you choose. Did I mention how hot and humid it is in North Carolina in the summer? Of course not - I don’t want you to feel guilty but joyful with the prospect of sending me forth into the stifling heat. I did not mention the possibility of snakes either. There are lots of them lurking on the paths of NC parks I am sure. And they will be hard to see with the swarms of mosquitos particularly through my glasses dripping with sweat from the heat.

There will be regular updates on Two Lane Touring under the menu tab 100 Mile Challenge where you can see photos of the walks, track mileage, and chart the number of orthopedic visits. What a deal. Now, you are asking, how to get engaged with the process? Well, this is the one time mention on TLT, and there will be one email as well. That is it - no further pressure. If you wish to help, here is the link: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/fundraiser/MTE4NDIx/58257
Did I mention the heat?

Completed so far: 5.1 miles at Umstead State Park. Miles to go 94.9