Bicycling a 1,900-mile journey is almost impossible for most, but for Dwight Lammon, it is only the beginning.

With the hopes of raising $100,000 for Habitat for Humanity Tuscaloosa’s PedalHome, Lammon is beginning a bike ride from the Canadian border near Big Muddy Creek, Montana, to Capital Park in Tuscaloosa, traveling 1,968 miles. Lammon started the PedalHome partnership with Habitat this year to raise the money for homes still being rebuilt after the tornado in April 2011.

“This is my first time organizing a cause,” Lammon said. “Habitat for Humanity Tuscaloosa adopted the idea, and now they’re partners in the cause.”

Since Lammon’s teenage years, he said biking seemed like a breeze. He began biking with his brother and found a love for cross country.

“I’m retired, and this journey from Canada to Alabama will be longest in my life,” he said. “My longest bike ride was 129 miles in 1995. I’m in better shape now than I was.”

Lammon said his passions are in support of the cause. He and his wife built their own house in 1995 with their bare hands, and he has continued to feel strongly about fostering a community through building houses and creating neighborhoods.

“Building your own home is investing in your own home,” he said. “You take better care of your home when you build it yourself. These Habitat homes are being built on the same street, and that builds community.”

Daniel Lammon, Dwight Lammon’s son, said he has been humbled by the experience of watching his parents work toward 

this cause.

“Dad’s going to need all the positive energy he can get, so I’d encourage everyone to follow him on Facebook and send him positive messages from time to time,” Daniel Lammon said. “Doing that everyday for a month will be a huge mental challenge.”

Daniel Lammon said his father has continued to serve his community in more ways than one.

“He served his country in the Army, had a career as a nurse, put those skills to use on mission trips to Honduras, sacrificed his pleasures so his kids never went without and donated his time to countless community projects,” Daniel Lammon said.

Dwight Lammon will stop every 25 miles to pass out fliers and cards and spread the word about his cause. He said he hopes people will donate as he travels farther down South.

“I have the joy of riding cross country,” Dwight Lammon said. “I get the joy of helping other people. The network of friends that I’ve already established is rewarding. It helps build a stronger relationship with Habitat for Humanity.”

Dwight Lammon’s biggest goal is not only to raise money during his journey, but also to publicize the cause. Dwight Lammon said he hopes his audiences will visit the website and donate while continuing to keep track of his locations.

“I really want people to contribute and send money to Habitat Tuscaloosa,” Dwight Lammon said. “The important part is raising money for Habitat Tuscaloosa. They make a big difference in people’s lives.”

Dwight Lammon said his biggest fear during the cross-country journey will be automobiles and physical fatigue.

“I’ll be wearing reflectors and a special vest that has the PedalHome logo on the front and back,” said Dwight Lammon.

With his wife by his side and nothing but persistence, Dwight Lammon will ride toward his goal of $100,000 dollars and “pedal home.” For more information and to track Lammon on his journey, go to pedalhome.org.