Summers County welcomed riders from across the region for the Annual Dice Run, a community fundraiser organized by Ultimate Experience Outdoors (UXO) and coordinated by a team. Held annually on the second Saturday in August, this year’s ride brought together Veterans, First Responders, Youth, and Gold Star Families for an outdoor adventure experience—while raising funds to help make those trips possible in multiple states.
According to Johnny Ratliff, one of the event team members, the mission centers around giving deserving groups opportunities to enjoy the outdoors.
“This year, we had riders come into the community from Indiana, Alabama, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia which not only helped our fundraiser but also brought people to see our local area and helped our local economy, Ratliff added.”
In addition to the ride itself, Ultimate Experience Outdoors reported that the organization returned value to riders through gifts collected locally. Ratliff shared that $2,500 worth of gift cards were provided to participants.
Looking ahead to next year’s 5th Annual Ride, Ratliff confirmed that planning has already began. Ratliff indicated the organization will continue its focus on community participation, regional attendance, and fundraising that directly supports outdoor opportunities for the groups UXO serves.
Keep an eye on their event page for updates on the 2027 run
