While we enjoy fireworks and cook-outs this Fourth of July, veterans remind us of the importance of remembering those who gave so much to secure our freedom.
The Chippewa Valley Marine Club in Eau Claire held its 1st annual Motorcycle Run Monday, which is raising money for veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder.
"We're doing it on the fourth of july because i figured i'd pick a day of happiness and celebration," says Wendy Smith, from the C.V. Marine Club.
More than 30 local veterans and motorcycle enthusiasts are getting on their hogs for a sixty mile journey through the Chippewa Valley.
The riders - raising money for an organization that helps soldiers returning to the states with post traumatic stress.
Veterans at the event say they're happy to help out their fellow vets.
"Help out the guys who helped out this country and put their lives on the line - they come back a completely different person - we do what we can to help them," says Larry Bradford, a Navy veteran.
Organizers say they hope to raise more than one-thousand dollars for veterans suffering from post traumatic stress disorder.
