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VOLUME 15
ISSUE 2 Birmingham
HOG HIGHLIGHTS INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
February 2015
From the Director 2
Assistant Director—Kick Stands Up 3
Secretary’s Report 4
Ladies of Harley 5
Activities 6
Safety 7
Let’s Ride! 8
Chili Cook Off /Cornhole Tournament 9
2015 HD Street Glide Raffle 10
World of Wheels 11
Meet & Eat Notice 13
New Members 14
Bama’s Boots, Bands and Bikes 16
Birthdays 18
Calendar of Events 19
Membership Form 23
The next monthly meeting will be February 12th.
Food will be served at 6:00 PM.
New Member orientation will begin at 6:30 PM.
The meeting will start at 7:00 PM.
Come out and bring somebody with you.
All are welcome!!
Happy Valentines
Valentines Sweetheart Dinner
Saturday February 14, 2015
See the Activities and LOH pages
inside for more details.
Hello Fellow HOG’s!
The 2015 Officers have met and
planned out a GREAT year for
Birmingham HOG. It is still a
little cold for riding so here are
some of the upcoming events.
February 6th-8th World of
Wheels. February 14th Sweet-
heart Dinner. March 21st New
Member Ride then later that night Game Night...Texas Hold Em, Cornhole,
Board Games. Also, starting in March Rider’s Bike Night once a month through
October with other events. This is just a few events so keep your eye on the
Chapter calendar for upcoming events and rides.
Have you had your bike serviced lately? Now is the time to take it in. You don’t
want to wait around and a nice day comes with a ride posted and say...Ah I can’t
go cause I need tires or service. So take your HOG into Rider’s HD and see Ar-
thur and the gang. They will have you ready to “Ride and Have Fun”!
Chapter Charter
The purpose of the local Chapter shall be to promote responsible Harley-
Davidson motorcycling activities for Harley Owners Group members, by con-
ducting Chapter activities and encouraging participation in other H.O.G. events.
Chapter activities and operations shall be conducted in a manner consistent with a
family-oriented, non-political, non-religious philosophy. The Chapter exists to
develop a closer relationship between the Harley-Davidson rider and the author-
ized Harley-Davidson Dealership.
The intent of the Chapter is to “Ride and Have Fun” with like-minded individuals
who have a passion for riding Harley-Davidson motorcycles and the Harley-
Davidson brand.
Get your HOG running!!
Rick Gamble
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From the Director By: Rick Gamble
2015 CHAPTER
OFFICERS
Director
Rick Gamble [email protected]
Assistant Director
David Pardue [email protected]
Treasurer
David Lee [email protected]
Secretary
Julie Gamble [email protected]
DISCRETIONARY
OFFICERS
Ladies of Harley
Sally Peek
Activities Committee
Lisa Townsend
Safety Officer
Tony Berenotto
Photographer
Lisa Kimbrough
Philip Isbell
Jessica Pajaron [email protected]
Webmaster
Bryon McCool [email protected]
Membership Officer
Nicole Land [email protected]
Head Road Captain
Rex Parvin [email protected]
Children's Hospital
Committee
Rick Gamble
Rex Parvin
Frank Pajaron
Newsletter Editor
Everett Vann
Public Relations
Warren Murray
Kick Stands Up! By: David Pardue
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What a great start to the New Year on a
Harley Davidson riding with good friends
on Phillip’s ride up through Springville and
Margaret. Then to meet back at the HOG
room for a delicious meal of black-eyed
peas and turnip greens prepared by our great
cooks,
We had a good turnout for our first meeting
despite the very cold weather, had some
good pizza for our meal and discussed several rallies and rides. I myself can’t wait for the SOA
ride in May and hope we have a great turnout from our members. We also want to welcome
two new members, Ray and Ron.
Hope to see everyone at our Meet and Eat at Munoz’s, our next monthly meeting on the 12th
and the World of Wheels February 6-8.
Hope to see everyone at all our activities and don’t forget to ask someone to join us in the
BEST HOG CHAPTER!!
Your brother,
David (DJ) Pardue
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SECRETARY’S REPORT By: Julie Gamble, Secretary
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The meeting on January the 8th was called to order with the playing of the Na-
tional Anthem. Assistant Director - David Pardue introduced the new members to
our HOG family - Ron Scott and Ray Webb. He then talked about some State
Rallies and other events. Daytona March 6th - 15th. Louisiana April the 9th - 11th in
West Monroe. 38 Special will be playing on Saturday night. Alabama April 16 th-
18th in Montgomery. Thunder Beach April 29th - May 3rd. Sturgis August 3rd - 9th.
We will have a new member ride March 21st.
Director Rick Gamble talked about the World of Wheels event (WOW) February
6th - 8th. This is a big event for us. There is a sign up sheet to work 2 hours at a
time. You can work as much time as you would like to. There will be a designated
door for the volunteers to enter. Once inside the volunteer list will be checked so
make sure that your name listed. The times are Friday 5:00 - 9:00, Saturday 10:00
- 10:00 and Sunday 12:00 - 6:00. Then Rick spoke about the Bama’s Boots,
Bands and Bikes weekend celebration May 15th - 17th. Friday night there will be a
VIP dinner and meet and greet at Iron Horse Café for $80.00 per person/$150.00
per couple. Autograph & Photo Session with Tommy Flanagan and Mark Boone
Jr. Saturday Fun Family Festival with local bands, kids zone and autograph ses-
sion with Tommy and Mark at the Pelham Event Center for $15.00 per person. Sunday Charity Bike Ride with Tommy Flanagan and Mark Boone Jr .
Treasurer David Lee reported that everything is fine. We have money going out and money coming in.
Secretary Julie Gamble thanked everyone for coming out on this very cold night.
Jeff Alexander asked if we could have more Country bands and less Hard Rock.
Activities Lisa Townsend spoke about the Chili Cook-Off January 24th at the Hog Room. Starts at 11:00 and judging will be at 12:00. Check the website for events.
After the Cook-Off there will be a Corn-hole Tournament. This event is open to anyone. $10.00 person.
Rick stated that he would like for our Chapter to do more things with the Heart of Dixie Chapter so he invited them to the Chili Cook-Off.
Ladies of Harley Sally Peek talked about the Sweet Heart Dinner February 14 th. $15.00 per person/$30.00 per couple. The steaks will be grilled at Riders. We will
have a DJ and Karaoke. She will be inviting Heart of Dixie to join in on some of our events. Rick said that he would like to have another Newlywed game. If you
know someone that has been a member before and is not now invite them to come and check us out.
Editor Everett Vann said that if you would like to have some flyers about the Bike Raffle let him know. Newsletter articles are due by the 15th of each month. If you
have an article that you would like to add to the newsletter send them to Everett by way of [email protected]. Newsletter are electronic and can be viewed
on the Chapter website. If you would like a paper copy let Everett know.
Rick wants to know what can we do as a Chapter to make it better? Jeff Alexander suggested more Country Music. More get togethers/after hours parties. Lisa
Townsend asked who would like to do a Texas Hold’em game? Other suggestions were Bingo, Movie Night, Dinner Rides, Sunday Afternoon Rides, Mystery Din-
ner, Social Events and Pot Luck Dinners.
Safety Officer Tony Berenotto asked if you have something you want to do please let an officer know. At the meetings Tony wil l ask a member to share a safety
experience. This month Kevin Back wants everyone to remember to keep your eyes on the road at all times. When riding you can get use to the bike after awhile and
maybe not always keep an eye on the road. Be aware all the time of everything around you. Tony suggested to use a camera or camcorder attached to the handlebars
or helmet.
Rick advised that the next meet and eat will be at Munzos in Trussville on January 29 th. He also asked about a new event and if the Chapter would like to have one.
We would have a raffle of a Visa Shopping Gift card to be given away the weekend before Black Friday. The prizes are 1 st place - $1,500 2nd place - $1,000 and 3rd
place - $500. There will be 1000 tickets for sale at $10.00 a ticket.
Senor Road Captain Rex Parvin wants move rides added to the calendar. The first road captain meeting will be February 22 nd. Philip Isbell and David Pardue re-
ceived their road captain patches. If at the last minute you would like to do a ride per Rick let him or Rex know and they will add the information to the Chapter
calendar. Rick would like for the rides to be added to the Hog website and not face book.
LOH Officer Sally Peek said she was excited to be LOH officer again and will have more rides for ladies. These rides will inc lude non lady rides and Heart of
Dixie. Riders is having a Bike Night once a month.
Winners of the gifts:
Lowe’s $25.00 gift card - John Speck Clear riding glasses - George Philips $25.00 Riders gift certificate - Sandy Phillips, Julie Gamble
Logan Road House gift card - Michelle Hatton 50/50 ($72.00) - Barry Hatton Special Ladies gift - Mona Lee
Rick let everyone know that the April meeting will be moved to the 7 th due to the HOT training the officers will be at.
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A month has already gone by and it’s time for our Annual Sweetheart Dinner. My how time
literally flies. The event is scheduled for Saturday February 14th starting at 6:00 PM. The cost
is $15.00 per person and includes a menu of steaks cooked to order on the grill, baked potato,
salad and dessert.
This year for entertainment we are doing something a little different. Having a DJ with Kara-
oke with 2 Wolves DJ Service from Fort Payne. Hope to have new members there too so we
can get to know one another and have fun doing it. Who knows? Can’t wait to hear friends
singing voices!!! Remember to send me any favorite songs you want to dance to or ones you
want to sing. I will gladly put them on the list for the party. Bring your “sweetie” with you for
a delicious steak meal and enjoy the night with your HOG family.
Ladies, start pulling out your “stuff” for a yard sale. When the weather permits, I want to have
a LOH Yard Sale to discard any items you want to get rid of. All details will be discussed in
the next HOG meeting February 12th. Also, we all have pets that we truly love. Another activ-
ity I want us all to participate in is a “Pet Fashion Show”. I don’t want it to be a competition
just a fun day to spend with our “best friend” in their cutest outfit to prance around and show
them off. Any ideas to make this better, please contact me. All input is appreciated. This year
is going to be the best year ever and want all to be a part of it. You can reach me at
[email protected] for any suggestions that you would like to do.
I have never been so excited to start riding again. I’m sure it’s
because of my new 2014 Heritage Softail, but the “riding fever”
has been the worst so far. The calendar will be filling up with
regular rides, so be on the lookout! Can’t wait to ride with eve-
ryone and make new memories for 2015!!
Sally Peek, Ladies of Harley Officer 2015
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Activities Committee
Lisa Townsend Angie Waitzman
Janice Isbell Sandy Phillips
ACTIVITIES By: Lisa Townsend
Happy February everyone!
Our first “event” of the year is in the rear
view mirror now and what a great way to
start the year!! We raised over $300 for Chil-
dren’s Hospital, had good fellowship, ate
some great chili and had our first cornhole
tournament. Cathy Estes won the chili con-
test, with Sally Peek coming in second and
Travis Land coming in third. Tony Waitz-
man and Brian Houk won the cornhole tour-
nament with Tony Berenotto and Mike (sorry no last name) coming in second. Thanks to
the Activities Committee (Angie Waitzman, Janice Isbell and Sandy Phillips) for helping
everything run so smoothly. Also thanks to Tony Waitzman for taking care of the cornhole
tournament. There were several others that pitched in and helped as well but I’m sure I’d
leave someone out if I tried to start naming names so please just know that I appreciate all
you did!!
**Everyone at the last meeting said they loved it when we had potluck dinners so we’re go-
ing to have a soup potluck at this month’s meeting. That should warm the soul and fill the
bellies. Let me know what kind of soup you’re bringing or if you’d rather bring the extras
(dessert, crackers, cheese, cornbread, etc.), you can do that instead. Once I have an idea of
what everyone is bringing, I’ll know what to tell everyone is needed. (I can tell you we
don’t need chili). We don’t want to have 6 boxes of crackers and only 1 pot of vegetable
soup! Email me at [email protected] and let me know what you will be bring-
ing. Mmmm, this should be good!
** LOH Sweetheart dinner is Saturday, February 14th. Be sure and check out Sally’s article
for all the details on that.
**We had some really great suggestions for other activities at the meeting such as, movie
night, mystery dinner theater, game night/Texas Holdem, casino night, a luau and a country
western night, just to name a few. On March 21 we’re planning on having game night/Texas
Holdem, so save the date for that.
See you at the meeting!
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Greetings fellow HOGs!! Has another month passed
already? I hope everyone has had a great, and a safe,
month. Those who were at January's meeting saw a
new activity that I hope to try every month. I asked
an audience member to share an incident or event
that put them in a precarious situation on their mo-
torcycle; a situation that could have endangered their
lives or that of others. I'd like to thank Kevin Back
for not getting angry when I ambushed him and
asked him to share his story.
What we learned from Kevin's story was that experi-
enced riders can sometimes become complacent. It's easy to become confident in ours skills, so confi-
dent that we feel we can multitask while on our very powerful and possibly very dangerous Harleys.
The takeaway goes all the way back to the basics that we all learned as beginners; keep your eyes on
the road and your hands on the handlebars!
I'd also like to share material from other sources throughout the year. During our trip to Thunder Beach
in the Fall we all enjoyed the freedom of riding in Florida without the legal requirement for a helmet. I
know I enjoyed it, but it is not something that I would do on a regular basis. I know others disagree
with that sentiment and I fully respect those beliefs. Sometimes to get around those legal restrictions
folks will wear novelty helmets, as to not draw attention from law enforcement. Personally, I feel if
you are already wearing a helmet it should at least protect you. So, I share with you an excerpt from an
NHTSA article posted to the US Army's Safety Center as food for thought!
Summary of Novelty Helmet Performance Testing
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tested seven popular “novelty” helmets to deter-
mine how they compare to properly certified helmets. The novelty helmets all performed significantly worse,
based on their lack of ability to absorb impact energy during a motorcycle crash. Novelty helmets, in general, had
very little, if any, impact-absorbing capability. Computer simulations of head impact attenuation tests show a
100-percent probability of brain injuries and/or skull fracture for the person involved in a crash while wearing a
novelty helmet.
The novelty helmets tested performed significantly worse than any helmet that complies with FMVSS No. 218. In
general, non-compliant novelty helmets will not protect motorcycle riders during motorcycle crashes from either
impact or penetration threats, and will not likely be retained on motorcycle riders’ heads during crashes.
Novelty helmets present motorcycle riders with a higher risk for skull fracture and brain injury when compared to
certified helmets. A motorcycle rider who wears a novelty helmet during a motorcycle crash in which the rider
falls to the ground and the rider’s head contacts a rigid body such as a paved road will likely sustain fatal head
injuries. Motorcycle riders who wear novelty helmets and believe that “something is better than nothing” have a
false sense of security regarding the protection afforded them by helmets not designed or manufactured to comply
with FMVSS No. 218.
The remainder of the article, with all of the study data, is available at: www.nhtsa.gov/cars/problems/
comply/Index.cfm. To search for motorcycle helmet compliance test results, search by
“Equipment” (rather than “Vehicle”) and “FMVSS No. 218”
Next month I'll be covering some of the motorcycle safety training available in the local area!
SAFETY By: Tony Berenotto
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LET’S RIDE! By: Rex Parvin
There will be a Road Captain’s meeting for Sun-
day, February 22nd at 2:00 PM. We will meet in the
HOG Room. All Road Captains and anyone inter-
ested in becoming a Road Captain please try to at-
tend this meeting. I am looking forward to this rid-
ing season and hope we have many rides for our
members. If any members have any ideas for rides,
please contact me at:
Events Planned
Friday, 2/6 – 2/8 – World of Wheels Show
Thursday, 2/19 – Monthly Meet & Eat at Tortuga’s on
Hwy 280.
Sunday, 2/22 – Road Captain Meeting
Rex Parvin, Head Road Captain
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Road Captains
David Akers Glenn Gammon David Pardue
Jeff Alexander Alfred Hall Rex Parvin
Kevin Back Brian Houk Sally Peak
Tony Berenotto Pete Ingram George Phillips
Beverly Bowles Phillip Isbell Jackey Pierce
Bob Brantley Charlie “CJ” Johnson Mary Schreiner
Jerry Briscoe Junior Kimbrough Steve Schreiner
Godfrey Chryssoverges Roger Kinard Gary Townsend
Phil Duggan Don McCombs Tony Waitzman
Steve Estes Bryon McCool Catrice Weber
Rick Gamble Frank Pajaron
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Chili Cook Off and Cornhole Tournament
Chili Cook Off Winners
1st Place - Cathy Estes
2nd Place - Sally Peek
3rd Place - Travis Land
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HOW WOULD YOU LIKE TO
WIN AN AMERICAN LEGEND??
2015 HARLEY DAVIDSON
STREET GLIDE
$50 per chance
Only 650 chances to be sold
Raffle Date: Saturday, July 18, 2015
Rider’s Harley Davidson-Trussville Door Prize Drawings every 30 minutes beginning at 12:30 p.m.
The final drawing for the bike is at 5:00 p.m.
To purchase your raffle ticket contact:
Rick Gamble [email protected] or any Birmingham HOG Offi-cer/Member
Tickets can also be purchased at Rider’s Harley Davidson – Trussville
Sponsored by: Birmingham Harley Owners Group
www.birminghamhog.com
You do not have to be present to win the motorcycle
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2015 World of Wheels
At the BJCC
February 6-8, 2015
Hours of Operation:
Friday 5:00PM - 10:00PM
Saturday 10:00AM - 10:00PM
Sunday 11:00AM - 6:00PM
Birmingham HOG
will be manning a booth to benefit
Children’s of Alabama
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RIDERS
HARLEY DAVIDSON
4750 Norrell Drive
Trussville, Al. 35173
(205) 655-1234
Open 9:00am-6:00pm Mon.-Sat.
10:00am-5:00pm on Sunday
www.ridersharleydavidson.com
Come on out and see one of our sales professionals
Salesmen
J. J. Evans (205) 908-3956
Shane Files (205) 362-1862
Rick Mosley (334) 412-0100
Scott Vance (205) 473-2825
Brandon Vessels (205) 234-4783
Sales Manager
Butch Fairfield (205) 837-1833
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Let’s MEET & EAT
In past years we met monthly at one of our advertisers for the
monthly “Peel & Stick”, preparing the newsletters for mailing.
It would be a lot of fun meeting with each other on a weeknight
to have dinner and refreshments, catch up on news, and visit
with each other. Now the newsletter is processed, stamped and
mailed out without us doing it.
We are leaving out the newsletter and just picking a place each
month to meet up and catch up. The times and places will also
be posted on the ride calendar.
This months Meet & Eat will be at
Tortugas on 280
On Thursday February 19, 2015, at 7:00PM
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New Members
Ron Scott Ray Allen Webb
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Hwy. 280 Phone 205-408-9383
Come check out our new
Expanded menu
SEE OUR MENU AT
www.tortugascafe280.com
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Bama’s Boots, Bands and Bikes
1st Annual Festival and Motorcycle Ride
May 15-17, 2015
Featuring Tommy Flanagan and Mark Boone, Jr.
From Sons of Anarchy
On Friday night May 15th there will be a VIP dinner with the Stars for $150 per couple or $80 per
person. This includes buffet food, 2 drink tickets per person and a photo opportunity with “Chibs
and Bobby” There will also be a silent auction. These tickets are going fast and there is a limited
number. This event will be at the Iron Horse Cafe in Hoover from 6-10 PM.
Saturday May 16th will be a family day at the Pelham Event Center located at 2050 Lee Street,
Pelham, AL. The Center will be open from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM. Tommy Flanagan and Mark
Boone, Jr. and others not yet announced of the popular TV series Sons of Anarchy will be on
hand, with a kid’s area, continuous bands and lots of vendors and food. Photo opportunities with
the Stars will be throughout the day. Cost is $15.00 per person with kids under 10 free with adult
paid admission.
The motorcycle ride with Tommy Flannigan (Chibs) and Mark Boone, Jr. (Bobby) will be Sun-
day May 17th at the Pelham Event Center with gates opening at 11 AM and the ride to begin at 1
PM. Tim Peek with Riders Harley Davidson has graciously donated the bikes and helmets for
Tommy and Mark to lead our ride. Our Road Captains of Birmingham HOG will assist with the
ride as well as the police escorts that are experienced with this type of ride. We will leave the Pel-
ham Event Center and ride down Hwy 119 through Leeds and wind up at the dealership in Truss-
ville where there will be a photo opportunity with Tommy and Mark as long as time permits.
There will be vendors at the dealership as well for a fun filled day for everyone. The cost of the
ride is $25.00 per bike with an additional charge of $15.00 if you have a passenger. The ride cost
will include a t-shirt and a ride pen or patch for the rider with availability for passengers to pur-
chase one as well.
There is also a way to take this ride for free! We are looking for sponsors and with a $250 dona-tion to the Boots charity you ride for free and receive your t-shirt, pen or patch. The Boots cam-
paign supports the Military both past and present cultivating awareness, promoting patriotism and
assistance to the military families. You can also purchase on the website your own military boots
with many options to choose from. Go to www.bamasbootsbandsandbikes to order yours. Look
for the dropdown box for the Birmingham event to help support this great cause. A ride form is
included here for your convenience. Share with all your friends to support this event for our Mili-
tary. Enter early to reserve your spot!
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Bama’s Boots, Bands and Bikes Motorcycle Ride Benefiting the Boot Campaign
Ride begins at Pelham Event Center, 2050 Lee Street Pelham, Al 35124
Ends at Rider’s Harley Davidson 4750 Norman Dr. Trussville, Al 35173
Gates Open at 11:00 am at Pelham Event Center & Ride Begins 1:00 pm
Sunday May 17, 2015
Come Ride with Tommy Flanagan and Mark Boone Jr.
$25.00 Rider - $15.00 Passenger
Each Rider receives Souvenir Pin and T-shirt
Ride free – Solicit $250.00 in donations to Bama’s Boots Bands and Bikes
Get your boots from Boot Campaign – www.bootcampaign.com
Register Early
Name_____________________________________________________ Age________ T-Shirt size _________
Address _______________________________City ________________State _____Zip ______Phone_________
Check enclosed _______ CC (Visa or MC) __________________________ Exp____________ Security Code______
Mail to Bama’s Boots Bands and Bikes, 2121 Patton Street, Hoover, Al 35226
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February Birthdays _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
NOTICE!!!
We would like to be able to acknowledge all birthdays each
month. However, we do not have that information in our da-
tabase. So we need your help. Please email your birthday in-
formation, month and day only, to member-
[email protected] so we can update our database. If
you don’t have access to email, then you can still provide the
information through one of several ways: 1) Put the informa-
tion in an envelope marked HOG membership and leave it at
Rider’s, 2) bring it to a membership meeting, or 3) Mail it to:
Nicole Land, P.O. Box 233, Locust Fork, AL 35097 ________________________________________________________________________________________
John D. Moore - Feb 2nd
Thomas Gaskins - Feb 3rd
Eugene Oliver - Feb 3rd
Jeff Alexander - Feb 10th
Steve Smith - Feb 11th
Shelia Smith - Feb 12th
Jane Pajaron - Feb 23rd
Brandon Lockhart - Feb 24th
Frank Pajaron - Feb 26th
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CHECK WEBSITE FOR UPDATES AT:
WWW.BIRMINGHAMHOG.COM
February 2015
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Children’s
Hospital
World of Wheels
Biker Church
World of Wheels
Biker Church
Biker Church
Road Capt. Mtg.
Meet & Eat
Tortugas 280
HOG
Sweetheart
Dance
World of Wheels
Monthly Meeting
Biker Church
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Information and Notices Call For Articles
Like to write? Got a good story? Want to see your name in print? Send an article in to Birmingham HOG.
The thing that makes our newsletter worth reading is the personal stories sent in by our members...tech arti-
cles, personal/human interest stories and of course, stories about rides.
To give you a little bit more incentive to write something, Rider’s has given us certificates to award to each
person who has an article published. These certificates are good for a free t-shirt
at Rider’s in Trussville.
Articles should be no more than 2 pages long, 10 point Times New Roman font,
submitted in electronic form via e-mail to: [email protected]
Attach a Word document of the article to your e-mail.
Deadline for articles is the 15th of each month.
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CHAPTER MEMBERSHIP
ENROLLMENT FORM AND RELEASE
CHAPTER NAME: BIRMINGHAM AL CHAPTER 0030________________________________________________________
MEMBER NAME: _______________________________________________________________________________________
ADDRESS: ______________________________________________________________________________________________
CITY______________________________ STATE __________________________ ZIP ________________________________
E-MAIL ADDRESS: ______________________________________________________________________________________
PHONE NUMBER: ________________________ MEMBER NAT’L H.O.G. NUMBER _______________________________
EXPIRATION DATE OF NATIONAL HOG. MEMBERSHIP __________________________
I have read the Annual Charter for HOG. Chapters and hereby agree to abide by it as a member of this dealer sponsored chapter.
I recognize that while this Chapter is chartered with H.O.G., it remains a separate, independent entity solely responsible for its actions.
THIS IS A RELEASE, READ BEFORE SIGNING
I agree that the Sponsoring Dealer, Harley Owners Group (HOG.), Harley-Davidson, Inc., Harley- Davidson Motor Company, my Chapter and their respective
officers, directors, employees and agents (hereinafter, the “RELEASED PARTIES”) shall not be liable or responsible for injury to me (including paralysis or death)
or damage to my property occurring during any HOG. or HOG. chapter activities and resulting from acts or omissions occurring during the performance of the duties
of the Released Parties, even where the damage or injury is caused by negligence (except willful neglect). I understand and agree that all HOG. members and their
guests participate voluntarily and at their own risk in all H.O.G. activities and I assume all risks of injury and damage arising out of the conduct of such activities. I
release and hold the “RELEASED PARTIES” harmless from any injury or loss to my person or property which may result from my participation in HOG, activities
and EVENT(S). I UNDERSTAND THAT THIS MEANS THAT I AGREE NOT TO SUE THE “RELEASED PARTIES” FOR ANY INJURY OR RESULTING
DAMAGE TO MYSELF OR MY PROPERTY ARISING FROM, OR IN CONNECTION WITH, THE PERFORMANCE OF THEIR CHAPTER DUTIES IN
SPONSORING, PLANNING OR CONDUCTING SAID EVENT(S).
WAIVER OF RIGHTS UNDER STATE STATUTES
I further agree to waive all benefits flowing from any state statute which would negate or limit the scope of this Release and Indemnification Agreement including,
but not limited to, Section 1542 of the California Civil Code which provides:
“A general release does not extend to the claims which the creditor does not know or suspect to exist in his favor at the time of executing the release,
which if known to him must have materially affected his settlement with the debtor.”
By signing this Release, I certify’ that I have read this Release and filly understand it and that I am not relying on any statements or representations made by the
“RELEASED PARTIES”.
MEMBER SIGNATURE __________________________________________ DATE ___________________________________
LOCAL DUES PAID $____________________________________________ DATE ___________________________________
(Dues not to exceed maximum amount prescribed in, “Annual Charter for HOG. Chapters”, as contained in the H.O.G. Chapter
Handbook.) $20.00 per year per member
RETURN THIS FORM TO YOUR CHAPTER
Membership Officer
Birmingham HOG
P.O. Box 162
Locust Fork, AL 35097
Birmingham HOG Chapter 0030
PO Box 162
Locust Fork, AL. 35097
Riders Harley-Davidson (205) 655-1234
Chapter Membership
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and invoices in advance of your expiration date. Please understand that it is your responsibility to renew your national H.O.G.
membership when it is due. If you don’t renew your national membership, it is our obligation to remove you from our mailing
lists as a local H.O.G. member, and you will no longer receive e-mails or a newsletter. PLEASE keep your national membership
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