I am a great promoter and supporter of this most important fund raiser because you never know when it could be your turn. I believed it was my duty as a healthy and caring human being to help raise funds to support this local Cancer Center. Back in 2010 it was my turn. I was diagnosed with prostate cancer in September. With a successful robotic prostatectomy in November of 2010, I continued my passion to support this wonderful event. With the generosity of many wonderful people, I have been able to raise and donate over $32,000. I have always been an avid runner, biker and skier, but you never know when CANCER will come to visit you. The photo I have attached to my page is of the many ribbons, with names of people that have succumbed to or have survived this terrible disease. I am honored to tether them to my bike jersey while I ride. If you have anyone that you would like to honor or memorialize, please let me know. Be it a family member, a best friend or yourself. I pray that you will be able support this worthy cause.
The 13th annual Tour of the Litchfield Hills will be held on Sunday, August 7th. The Tour benefits The Cancer Care Fund of the Litchfield Hills, Inc. There are rides of 12 miles, 30 miles, 55 miles, 75 miles and 100 miles. All of the rides are on the scenic, though hilly, roads of Litchfield County. There are also walking and running routes of 1.2 miles, 4 miles and 8 miles. All routes start and end at Coe Park, Rt. 202, Torrington, Ct.
Numerous rest stops provide water and fruit. Sag wagons patrol all the routes. The registration fee is $40 if you register before July 20th; $45 if you register after July 20th. The registration fee includes a t-shirt and a free picnic at the end. All participants are urged to raise funds to benefits The Cancer Care Fund of the Litchfield Hills Inc.