110th Aviation Brigade Conducts 9th Annual Cancer Awareness Motorcycle Mentorship Ride

FORT RUCKER, Ala. — The Motorcycle Mentorship Program’s 9th Annual Cancer Awareness Ride traveled across Fort Rucker Oct. 16, following a weeklong delay… FORT RUCKER, Ala. — The Motorcycle Mentorship Program’s 9th Annual Cancer Awareness Ride traveled across Fort Rucker Oct. 16, following a weeklong delay caused by Hurricane Isaias. Originally scheduled for Oct. 9, the ride was postponed after the hurricane swept through the region. Despite the change, Soldiers, Department of War civilians, contractors, family members, cancer survivors, and supporters participated in the event hosted by the 110th Aviation Brigade. For Sam Baker, 110th Aviation Brigade operations officer and the event point of contact, the ride carries a personal meaning. “My mother died of breast cancer 11 years ago,” Baker said.

“I like to ride motorcycles, and I saw this ride for the post about five years ago and started riding in it.” Baker said he later assumed responsibility for helping organize the event after the original organizer transferred to Korea. Since then, the ride has grown substantially. “We’ve grown from eight bikes to 80 bikes last year,” Baker said. “It’s gotten more recognition and awareness.” While the event initially focused on breast cancer awareness, it now recognizes those affected by all forms of cancer, including men, women, survivors, caregivers, and families who have lost loved ones. “We cover