1. Trekker Support Needs
Parents – Guardians – Relatives - Friends
Commitment & Follow Through
Fundraising
 Family & friends & colleagues
 Businesses & Employers
 Community Clubs & Organizations
 United Way contributions
 Bottle collection
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Fitness & Training
 Stretching
 Strength training – weights
 Aerobic exercise – cycling, swimming, walking …
 Nutrition: meals & snacks
 Sleep
 400 miles of cycling before the Trek
Miscellaneous
 Transportation arrangements to and from Trek
 Submitting fundraising money to ALA-ME
 Arranging for stay at Sunday River before Trek
 Helping find bicycling clothing and gear
Encouragement
 Praise and rewards
 Journaling & photography
 Local media attention
 Celebrations