The document congratulates members of the Trek team on completing a successful Trek Across Maine, raising over $18,000 for the American Lung Association, and thanks them for their hard work and commitment. It shares fond memories from the Trek, such as finishing with family members, amusing stories, and bonding with teammates. The letter encourages the riders to be proud of their accomplishment and continue their support for future Treks.

2. Dear Trek Teammate,
First, I would like to congratulate you on a successful Trek Across Maine. As you experienced
firsthand, the Trek is a huge commitment. Between training rides, fundraising, writing thank
you notes, and emotionally preparing for the Trek it is hard to find time to even think, but you
have managed to do more than that. You took on each challenge with the end goal in mind and
after 5,650.2 cumulative training miles and $18,736.53 raised for the ALA of ME you crossed the
finish line in Belfast! For that, CONGRATULATIONS!
Second, I would like to thank all of you! Each year you make the Trek an experience to
remember. One of my favorite things during the Trek is when we are all just hanging out as a
team. Whether it be while waiting for our team picture at Colby, cheering on our team as they
roll in at Farmington, swimming in the river, at rest stops, or just hanging out by the tent or at
the pool. Of course I enjoy riding (and have been really lucky to have Devyn as my partner), but
the time spent just hanging out is definitely something I look forward to every year! For that,
THANK YOU!
Third, I would like to share some of my memories from the Trek this year. At the top of my
list—finishing another Trek with my dad. Another memory, although I was not there, hearing
about Matt’s leg shaving experience and the aftermath of using single blade razors purchased
at the Cumberland Farms!!! Getting to meet and spend time with Denise, Denise, and Leanne.
Hanging with Al. “Mentoring” Lucas for the third year in a row and registering with him for a
fourth year. Riding with many of the CBC youth Trek veterans Riley, Amber, Devyn, Sophia,
Matt, Lucas, and Caleb and also riding with the Trek rookies Megan and Tommy. I hope that
you all had as much fun as I did and you continue to participate in the Trek for years to come.
Fourth, I hope that when you look back at these pictures you share your experiences with your
friends and family members, as you should be very proud of what you accomplished. It takes a
lot of hard work and determination to get to the finish line in Belfast and you all did it!
Lastly, remember to thank the people that helped to get you to the Trek. Your family, friends,
teachers, mentors, neighbors, and teammates all had a hand in helping you meet your goal! Be
sure to let them know how much fun you had and thank them for their efforts.
Look forward to riding with you next year!
Andrew

3. Training Ride #1
Biddeford Pool, Timber Point
25 miles

4. Training Ride #2
HB Provisions
25 miles

5. Training Ride #3
Skelton Dam
24 miles

6. Training Ride #4
Scarborough Marsh to
North Saco
31 miles

7. Training Ride #5
Merriland Farms to HB Provisions
37 miles
After the first five rides of the season, the team
seems to be in pretty good spirits. Everyone is working
together and supporting each other along the way.
Fundraising has been a challenge this year (more so
than in years past), but as I am writing this on
5/17/12 folks are out raising funds for the Trek!
I/we are all excited about riding with Tommy this
year. He has a great sense of humor and is a very
strong rider!

8. Training Ride #6
Buxton Country Store
33 miles

9. Another ride in the books, another impressive ride
from Devyn and Sophia. This year will mark their 3rd
Trek Across Maine and it will certainly be their
strongest. Watching them grow over the last few
years has been a blast! I’m excited to ride again this
year with Devyn and hope that he will continue to ride
for years to come!!!
Training Ride #7
Alfred Shelter
39 miles

10. Training Ride #8
Bug Light
41 miles

11. Training Ride #9
Mystery Ride to Andy’s
39.5 miles