Chicago, IL

Friday, June 01, 2012

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On June 8, 9 and 10 nearly 100 participants will travel round trip from Crystal Lake, IL to Lake Geneva, WI as part of the American Lung Association in Greater Chicago's Fight For Air Ride – Lake Tour Bike Trek Cyclists ride 50 miles per day, 150 miles total to support the Association's fight for healthy lungs and healthy air. This year marks the 27th anniversary of the event.

"Our participants range from avid cyclists to beginning riders," explains Meghan Miller, Executive Director of the American Lung Association in Greater Chicago. "They ride as a great physical challenge or in honor or memory of a loved one. We even have participants who have been to all 27 events!"

Participants will travel a different scenic route each day and Friday and Saturday's routes finish at The Abbey Resort and Spa in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. They'll enjoy a luxurious weekend getaway at The Abbey with indoor and outdoor pools, beach access, golf, a beautiful marina, and spa packages.

Cyclists range in age from 8-75 years old and may participate as individuals or as part of a team. Each participant fundraises over $600 to be eligible to participate and the event raised over $100,000 last year for the American Lung Association.

For more information or to register please visit FightForAirRide.org or contact 312-781-1100.

About the American Lung Association in Greater Chicago

The American Lung Association of Greater Chicago is committed to saving lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease. Through research, advocacy and educational initiatives, we are impacting lung health and helping those who are Fighting for Air. For more information, visit www.lungil.org or call1-800-LUNGUSA.

Katie Lorenz

American Lung Association in Greater Chicago

Chicago, IL

312-445-2513

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