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I participated in a Rally for Rangers event in Bhutan where participants donated motorcycles to local national park rangers after a guided tour of the country. They are doing one in the US to support the Oglala Sioux nation park rangers in the Black Hills. A worthy cause, and great fun with good people. From their press release and info: Rally for Rangers USA - Black Hills 2023 Join us for the first-ever Rally for Rangers event in the USA! September 21-24, 2023, we will gather in the Black Hills for a long weekend of riding and supporting park rangers of the Oglala-Sioux Parks on the Pine Ridge Reservation and rangers of the Black Hills National Forest. Limited to just 30 riders this inaugural event is based in Custer State Park, SD and travels through the incredible single-track, gravel, and paved roads of this iconic location. Splitting into two groups of 15, we'll spend two days riding with and for rangers exploring the areas they protect and manage. The event will culminate Saturday evening with a ceremony to donate new gear and equipment purchased with funds raised by rally participants. We are working from a wish-list the rangers have created which included night-vision gear, chainsaws, GPS units, and, if enough funds are raised, possibly a side-by-side for patrol in rugged terrain. Our basecamp is the Group Camp at Stockade South Campground in Custer State Park. Tent camping for up to 50 people, bring your own camping gear. Riders wishing to stay in the regular campground with hook ups or in a local hotel are responsible for their own accommodations. Riders can bring their own bike or rent on-site from Rogue Moto, quantities limited, first come first served. Contact [email protected] for pricing and availability. To secure your spot, pay the $800 Rally Fee here and then begin your fundraising with a target of $2,000 in donations each. Making your target not required, but some have doubled their already! Prizes will be awarded to our Top 5 fundraising riders! We'll even help you create a separate personal donation page right here on Better World! Mongol Ecology Center/Rally for Rangers is a 501c3 and all donations are tax deductible. Schedule: Thursday, Sept. 21 - Arrival, dinner, orientation (optional training day - additional fee) Friday & Saturday, Sept. 22-23 - Split into two groups of 15 and ride roads and trails of Black Hills National Forest Sunday, Sept. 24 - Breakfast, depart for home or other adventures Fees and Fundraising: Rally Fee: $800 (group-site camping fees, meals, support vehicles, park entrance fees, permit fees, event photo/video, and more) Fundraising minimum: $2,000. There will be sponsor prizes for top fundraisers to try and have everyone stretch their fundraising goals. Cancellation Policy: - Full refund on rally fee if you cancel by May 1, 2023 - 50% refund on rally fee if you cancel by July 1, 2023 - No refunds on rally fee for cancellations after July 1, 2023. - There are no refunds at all on donations, but if you need to cancel we can apply your fundraising to a future event. Additional questions? Email [email protected] More info: Our base camp on the shores of Stockade Lake in Custer State Park will be an ideal launch point to explore the BDRx route and so much more of the wonder and adventure of this magical landscape. How could it get any better? Answer: Heavy Enduro training and Rogue Moto support. Susan and Andy of Heavy Enduro are not only helping guide our weekend journeys, but will provide skills training the morning of Day One to get us all dialed in for the epic rides ahead. Once warmed up we will split into groups based on our interest and skill level. Each group will have ride leaders and trail support from Rogue Moto and Heavy Enduro as you set out onto the varied and beautiful roads and trails of the Black Hills, skirting landmarks like the Badlands, Mount Rushmore, Wind Cave, and Crazy Horse monument. Elk and bison will be our companions as we explore the incredible natural and cultural history of the Hills. There’s still time to JOIN US and take advantage of a guided experience on the BDRx, some great training, making new friends, and most importantly meeting and support the hard working park rangers of the Oglala-Sioux Parks on the Pine Ridge Reservation. Send any questions to [email protected].