The National EMS Memorial Bike Ride: Because they mattered — and still do
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The National EMS Memorial Bike Ride: Because they mattered — and still do

This week on Inside EMS, Chris Cebollero kicks off 2026 with a heartfelt conversation featuring Eric Morrison, vice president of the National EMS Memorial Bike Ride and EMS director for Iredell County, North Carolina.

The ride, founded 26 years ago, exists to honor the memory of EMS providers who died in the line of duty, from illness or mental health struggles. Each rider wears a dog tag bearing the name of a fallen provider, often connecting with their families along the journey.

Eric shares his personal journey from lifeguard to leader and how his rekindled love for cycling — along with the loss of friend and EMS wellness advocate Brian Fass — led him to the ride. He breaks down what it takes to join (hint: it’s more doable than you think), the logistics of the ride, and how EMS agencies and individuals can support the cause, even off the bike.

Quotable takeaways from Eric Morrison

  • “All of us are focused on the idea that our providers matter. They matter to their families, they matter to their communities, and they should matter to all of us.”

  • “People that didn't even know that person are recognizing their service. They're recognizing their commitment to the community, and they're honoring them and remembering them.”

  • “Once you come out and see what the ride is really about, you understand the mission and you see the impact it has on these families that we're able to meet with.”

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