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AWARD DESCRIPTION
The Pacesetter Award is named in honor of Charlie Pace from Columbus, Ohio, who has devoted over 40 years to creating and supporting bicycle travel opportunities. He was a key promoter and supporter for both the Tour of Scioto River Valley (TOSRV) and Adventure Cycling Association. He has devoted his life to creating opportunities for people to get on their bikes and have fun.
This award recognizes individuals, groups, businesses, and organizations that have consistently demonstrated extraordinary commitment, dedication, and service to the advancement of Adventure Cycling’s mission of inspiring others to travel by bicycle. This can come in the form of creating safe bicycle touring routes, getting kids to enjoy multi-day bicycle trips, inspiring others through large multi-day events, and more.
ELIGIBILITY/CRITERIA
The 2012 nominee must show their commitment to traveling cyclists within the United States. The act(s) of inspiration and support do not need to have occurred in 2012 in order to qualify for nomination. You can re-nominate a past nominee that has not won an award. View past winners.
HOW TO NOMINATE
Anyone can nominate a deserving individual or group for the 2012 Pacesetter Award between July 1, 2012 and September 30, 2012. Beginning in July, nomination forms will be available online. Nominations must arrive at our office by September 30, 2012 in order to be considered for the 2012 Award. Note that your nomination language may be used in Adventure Cycling Association’s materials.
SELECTION PROCESS
The selection committee is comprised of Adventure Cycling Association staff members and Board of Directors. All nominations will be honored with a certificate and letter of appreciation.
One winner will be chosen and will receive a plaque and letter of recognition, as well as write-ups in Adventure Cyclist magazine; Bike Bits bi-weekly e-newsletter, the Adventure Cycling website and social media sites, as well as inclusion in a nationally distributed news release.
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