Arden Virnig
- National: 23rd
- State: 2nd in MN
I'm Riding For
Mary Catherine Virnig
Mary was my daughter, she died on Thanksgiving day 2010 from complications of the treatment for ganglionueroblastoma. Mary fought hard for 4-1/2 years after her diagnosis. She was a great athlete and student, she loved her family and friends. These young people left, never to spend their lives with their families. You can still visit Mary's Caring Bridge site and learn of her battle.
My Story
This September, I am taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer!
Why? Because right now, cancer is the biggest killer of children from disease in the United States. Over 15,700 children are diagnosed every year, and sadly, 38 children die of cancer every week.
Kids should be living life, not fighting for it.
So I am raising funds through my challenge to help these kids and support Children's Cancer Research Fund to allow them to continue their work to develop lifesaving treatments and find a cure for childhood cancer.
Please support me by making a donation to give these kids the brighter futures they deserve.
Your support will change little lives.
Thank you.
My Legacy
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722 mi Ridden$9,231 Raised2015
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984 mi Ridden$18,672 Raised2016
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1,048 mi Ridden$13,734 Raised2017
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1,110 mi Ridden$12,907 Raised2018
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1,140 mi Ridden$12,529 Raised2019
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1,083 mi Ridden$13,145 Raised2020
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833 mi Ridden$13,693 Raised2021
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1,091 mi Ridden$15,829 Raised2022
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1,011 mi Ridden$16,656 Raised2023
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1,001 mi Ridden$26,449 Raised2024
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933 mi Ridden$12,696 Raised2025
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430 mi Ridden$14,088 Raised2026
My Challenge
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50.2 mi ride - Friday, September 25, 2026
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8.9 mi ride - Thursday, September 24, 2026
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9.4 mi ride - Wednesday, September 23, 2026
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A new challenge
23 Sep 2026GCC has just opened a second match day tomorrow, where donations will be matched, Wednesday the 23rd. My bike locked me in to 19 th gear tonight so climbing was kind of tough. Warned Patti about leg cramps, please donate if you can.
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35.8 mi ride - Tuesday, September 22, 2026
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20.4 mi ride - Monday, September 21, 2026
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Bike pals in Alaska
20 Sep 2026We were able to get one more ride in before we flew out of Anchorage . Look who joined Patti and I.
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14.5 mi ride - Greetings from Black Bear sow and cub - Saturday, September 19, 2026
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22.9 mi ride - Wednesday, September 16, 2026
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Biking in Anchorage
15 Sep 2026Getting some miles in while in Anchorage, Alaska!
Posted 11 days ago
My Sponsors
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Kick Cancer's Butt Day matched donation
“Here's your matched donation from a group of wonderful Children's Cancer Research Fund supporters. THANK YOU so much for your awesome efforts to kick cancer's butt!”
$4,992.37Received this donation 16 days ago -
Mille Lacs Health System
“The employees of MLHS are proud of our co-worker and leader and all his accomplishments! Go, Dr. Virnig!”
$1,500Received this donation 17 days ago -
Janice Lee-Virnig
“Thanks for participating in yet another year of cycling for such a great cause. We love you!”
$1,035Received this donation 17 days ago -
Veronica Ives-Virnig
“So proud of you! Mary is our North Star.”
$776.25Received this donation 17 days ago -
Bonnie and Gary Ives
“Bonnie and Gary were Mary Catherines Godparents and have supported this cause and our family for years. We lost Gary several years ago but he is with us in our hearts forever. I am sure he plays the Prince and His Panties( His spaniels) with Mary seated at his feet.”
$500Received this donation 75 days ago -
Matched Day Matching Donation
“Here's your matched donation from a group of wonderful Children's Cancer Research Fund supporters. THANK YOU so much for your awesome efforts to fight kids' cancer!”
$356.56Received this donation 2 days ago -
Jessica Virnig
$310.50Received this donation 17 days ago -
Christine Meyer
“Arden, you have really inspired so many and kept the need for research for childhood cancer in the eyes and minds of many. We will always remember sweet Mary-- i know she is on these rides with you!! Love you lots-- Tina and James”
$258.75Received this donation 17 days ago -
Dominic Ehman
“We can't wait to celebrate with you all in a few days!”
$258.75Received this donation 17 days ago -
Janice Lee-Virnig
“Another match day? We can't miss a match day! If you don't stop riding, we don't stop donating. Ride on!”
$258.75Received this donation 3 days ago -
Linda and John Kaufmann
“Happy to contribute to a great cause once again. Thank you for reminding us of the importance of this struggle. Love you!”
$258.75Received this donation 17 days ago -
Loren and Teresa Lueck
“Ride On!”
$258.75Received this donation 14 days ago -
Tom & Shannon Hook
$258.75Received this donation 17 days ago -
Jim and Joanie
“Thanks yu guys and it is great to have you back at Bethany.”
$200Received this donation 75 days ago
Arden
“Thanks Jim and Joanie I appreciate your support.”
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Betsy Lundquist
“Your commitment to this is admirable. Thank you”
$129.38Received this donation 17 days ago -
jean and Greg steffenson Steffenson
“Thank you Arden for helping so Many children and young adults to overcome this cancer!”
$129.38Received this donation 4 days ago -
Ann Hoechst
“Ride on !”
$103.50Received this donation 17 days ago -
Annabelle Hoechst
“Mary is forever held in our hearts! Keep fighting for families and kids facing this terrible disease.”
$103.50Received this donation 67 days ago
Arden
“Thanks Ann, our families are what got us through this long journey.”
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Beverly Insley
$103.50Received this donation 17 days ago -
Don and Angie Kunesh
“Supporting you as you continue to make a difference! Wishing you lots of strength and good weather as you ride for such an important cause.”
$103.50Received this donation 17 days ago