For the third straight year, I am supporting Best Buddies by participating in the 2012 edition of the Hearst Castle Challenge and attempting to be ready for the Century (100 miles!) ride. 

Best Buddies International is a nonprofit organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities  

This Blog follows my progress in training for the ride and raising my commitment in funds.  It is also meant to bring awareness to this wonderful group of people and the work that they do.

The twist for this year is a slow recovery from a ski trip knee/hamstring injury.  It will be a challenge to even do the 30 mile ride not for the mileage, but because of the grade of incline. 

Should you feel moved to help me out in supporting Best Buddies International, CLICK HERE or the Donate link on the left to visit my personal page on their website TO DONATE

Send me an email (dstamp@stampleman.com) if you have any questions or comments.

If you’re interested in my experiences from last two years, feel free to click on either of the 2010 and 2011 blog links.