Remembering Tristan: A Memorial Ride Brings the Community Together for Suicide Awareness

Join host Kierstyn Long for this episode of Along the Rock as she sits down with Liz Buchholz and Christine McGinnis of Rawhide Saloon and Shawn Hickey of Speak Out Against Suicide.

The conversation highlights the upcoming Wings for Tristan Forever 14 Memorial Ride, a community event honoring Tristan's life while raising awareness for suicide prevention and the importance of mental health conversations. Learn about the ride, the mission behind the event, and how local organizations are working together to support individuals and families across our rural communities.

📅 Saturday, Sept. 19

• 10:00 a.m. – Registration at Rawhide Saloon (Chadwick)
• 11:00 a.m. – Ride departs
• Stops include:
• Return to Rawhide Saloon for raffles and prizes
• 🎶 Live music by Slick Trigger from 7–10 p.m.

Registration: $10 per person | $15 per couple
Open to all vehicles (21+ due to bar locations)

Proceeds benefit the West Carroll Sports Boosters in memory of Tristan.

The guests also discuss:

• The growth of Rawhide Saloon in Chadwick
• Suicide Prevention Month
• Resources available through Speak Out Against Suicide
• QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) suicide prevention training
• The importance of checking in on friends, family, and neighbors

If you or someone you know is struggling, remember that help is available. Reaching out and starting a conversation can make a difference.

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🎤 Highlights:

00:00 – Welcome to Along the Rock

00:34 – Meet the Guests

00:56 – Inside Rawhide Saloon

02:25 – Wings for Tristan Memorial Ride

03:02 – Ride Route & Event Details

03:35 – Supporting West Carroll Sports Boosters

04:18 – Suicide Awareness & Starting the Conversation

05:02 – Creating a Safe Space to Talk

05:48 – Registration & Ride Information

06:18 – Supporting Tristan’s Friends & Classmates

07:37 – Speak Out Against Suicide

08:10 – Finding Help & Resources

09:29 – Suicide Prevention Training

10:31 – The Importance of Positive Self-Talk

11:54 – How to Get Suicide Prevention Training

12:25 – Wings for Tristan Event Details

12:52 – Why Tristan’s Life Mattered

13:31 – Helping Young People Support Each Other

13:51 – Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

13:56 – Wearing Teal & Purple

14:03 – Closing

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