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GWRRA Chapter IN-O JULY 2020

Chapter Directors

Vernon Hunt

(812) 454-5763

[email protected]

Diane Angermeier

(812) 499-3577

[email protected]

Assistant Chapter Director Jim & Mary Swanson

(270) 823-7889

[email protected]

Treasurers

Charles & Kathy Friedman

[email protected]

Ride Coordinators


(812) 550-2693

[email protected]

Web Master

Dan Roberts

(270) 748-0301

[email protected]

Newsletter Editor

Cathy Roberts

(270) 748-1168

[email protected]

Membership Enhancement

Wendy Bengert

(812) 454-4574

[email protected]

Couple of the Year

Jim & Mary Swanson

(270) 823-7889

[email protected]

Secretary

Rose Schreiner

(270) 577-8860

[email protected]

Biker Bucks

Andrea Strickland (812)215-0413

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Eagle Gazette

Chapter IN-O meets the second Sunday of every month at:

Archie & Clyde’s

8309 Bell Oaks Drive

Newburgh, IN 47630

We eat at 5:00 and meet at 6:00. Everyone is always welcome!

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27 Chapter Members attended a Picnic at

Larry and Suzi Krack’s Home

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The Golden Eagle Gazette

Chapter Directors

Vern Hunt &

Diane Angermeier

Chapter Directors

To all Members and Members to be,

Here it is July and it seems that we are just spinning our wheels with

everything going on with the pandemic. We have managed to participate on

a few rides when things did let up. I know that everyone is practicing safe

distancing and are still worried about getting together as a group. We did

have a non-organizational get together at Larry and Suzi Krack’s residence

and fun was had by all that attended and it was good to see everyone.

Next month for those that would like to attend there will be a gathering at

Archie and Clyde’s. We will have the two rooms and the tables are set up

six feet apart and six chairs to a table. There are no exceptions on the

seating. Chairs and tables cannot be moved. The staff will be watching as

they have set guide lines to follow and we can lose our meeting place if we

do not adhere to the guide lines that are in place.

If you are wanting to take some online classes from the GWRRA web site

just go online and see if there is something you would be interested in

doing and sign up. You can also participate in some games being

administered by the district team. They have a district scrabble game that

any chapter member can enter. There is a winner every month and the

prize will be fifty dollars. If there is a tie a drawing will be held to determine

the winner.

If you are participating in any of the rides be sure to do all your bike

inspections and obey all traffic rules and be courteous and keep an eye out

for distracted drivers on the roads especially at intersections. Let us all do

our part in being safe so we all can enjoy the rest of the riding season and

talk about what we did enjoy in the next few months.

Ride safe so we can meet again,

Vernon Hunt and Diane Angermeier

Chapter O Directors


Assistant Chapter Directors

Jim & Mary

Swanson Assistant

Chapter Directors

A Note from our Secretary

Rose

Schreiner

Secretary

Chapter O, July 2020

Hello,

Mary and I would like to wish everyone a safe and happy 4th of July

celebration. Our holiday plans will include The Bootlegger, The Snake, and

The Back of the Dragon, all roads In the mountains of Virginia. Stops at gift

shops are a certainty and we are hoping to find a new T shirt or two. We

would like for everyone to know that however you decide to celebrate and

whomever you choose to be with, to always appreciate the fellowship that

you all provide for each other as one of life’s blessings. Take care and God

bless you all.

Jim and Mary Swanson

Hello, Chapter O. I hope everyone is doing well and staying safe during this

unprecedented times in our lives. The world has been going crazy these days,

and we all miss the meetings and having big groups together. Hopefully one of

these days we will get back together again. I miss each and everyone of you

all.

Rose Schreiner


Member Spotlight

Diane Angermeier

Chapter Director

John & Ginny Edwards

John and Ginny joined Chapter O in 2011. Ginny has served as our

historian and John has been the auctioneer at our Christmas parties for

many years.

John has two children: a daughter, Star who is 58 and John Henry is 53.

Ginny has a son, Shaun who is 50. Their grandchildren include: 6 grandsons

and 4 granddaughters. They have 13 great grandchildren.

John was a school bus driver, deck hand at Casino Aztar, housekeeping at

Holiday World, and storeroom attendant at Alcoa. Ginny has been a bus aid

for special needs children, school nurse, registered nurse, paramedic, Red

Cross instructor, and a 911 operator.

Ginny’s interests include: jewelry, crafting, sewing, gardening, camping and

travel. John’s interests include: gardening, reading and travel.

The motorcycles they have owned include:

1974 750 cc Honda Shadow

1988 gray 1500 Goldwing

1994 red Goldwing

1993 white 1500 Goldwing

1990 1500 blue Goldwing

The Edwards most memorable ride was in 2017 when they rode 3700

miles from their home in Selvin,

Indiana to Colorado Springs,

Colorado. Then they went to

Albuquerque, New Mexico and to

El Paso, Texas before coming home.

They had family in those three

areas. They have used their

motorcycle camper on many trips,

especially this trip.

John and Ginny feel that God has

richly blessed them.


Riders Education

Chuck and

Chris Jacobs

District Rider

Educators

Trailer Safety

This is the time of the year where the weather is warm, the rain is (mostly) gone, and

the days are long. This is the time of the year when we all love to take long trips on

our bikes and visit fun far off places. Many of us will pack up the bike, hook up the

trailer, load it with all of the essentials, and head on down the road to favorite

destinations with our co-pilot safely tucked away on the back seat. What's not to like

about that?

As with any other type of vehicle it’s important to make sure your trailer’s lights are in

good working order. Before every trip you should check to be sure that the tail lights,

turn signal indicators and brake lights are in good working order. It seems a small

thing but if your brake lights aren’t working you could get a very rude surprise in the

form of a vehicle through the back of your trailer.

If it's been a while since you have pulled a trailer, take a few minutes and get

reacquainted with braking. With the additional weight, you will need additional

braking distance. The feel of the motorcycle may be a little different while braking.

Also, be aware of the additional width of the trailer. This is especially important for

two wheelers. You don't want to get that big surprise when you pull into the fuel

pump and your trailers wheel hits the island.

Lastly, be conscience when loading that trailer. Make sure the load is evenly displaced.

Make sure that everything is properly secured. You do not want the load shifting

while motoring down to road with momma on the back, she most definitely will not

appreciate that. When loading the trailer, be aware of the tongue weight and take

care not to exceed the safe load limit for the rear tire. A tire failure at speed with a

trailer in tow will ruin your vacation plans in a hurry.

Stay safe, enjoy the ride, and cherish the memories.

IN-DE

Chuck and Chris Jacobs

[email protected]


Minutes of Last Gathering Rose Schreiner

☺ No May Gathering

☺ Indiana District Ride South rescheduled for July 11th-12th-see flyer

in newsletter

☺ Illinois Summer Rally CANCELED Rescheduled Aug 5th - 7th, 2021

Rock Falls

☺ North Carolina Rally has been canceled

☺ Michigan has changed their Summer Rally to a Fun Weekend August

13th-15th

GWRRA Anniversaries

Don & Janie Abernathy members since 1992

Ed & Betty Schreiner members since 1996

Willie & Beverly Wilson members since 1996


July

4th Independence

Day

July

24th

National

July 30th

National

Chili Dog

Day

July 2020 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT

1 2 3 4

5 6 7 Scott &

Lynn

Garrand’s Anniversary

8 9 Lynda

Schreiner;s

Birthday

10 11

12

Ron

Weis’

Birthday

13

Becky

Cassitty’s

Birthday

14 15 16 17 18

19 20 21 22 23 24 25

26 27 28 29 30 31

Larry

Krack’s

Birthday


Events Page

July 2020

1. 1st-4th-Virtual Wing Ding

2. 11th-12th Indiana Southern Ride

3. 12th-Chapter Gathering

August 2020

1. 8th-9th Indiana District Ride

North


3. 13th-15th-Michigan Fun Weekend

September 2020

1. 12th-13th– Indiana Northern

Ride


3. 19th-26th Smoky Mountains Trip

October 2020

1. 3rd-Cookout at David & Lynn

Hunt’s House

2. 10th-Fall Festival Parade


4. 18th-Chilli at Jim & Mary

Swanson’s House

November 2020


December 2020

1. 5th-Christmas Party


Ride June 13, 2020

19 Bikes showed up ready ride. It was great getting out into the sunshine!

Diane Angermeier

More Pictures on Chapter O Website


Picnic at Larry & Suzi’s

Chapter O had 27 members at the picnic hosted by Larry & Suzi Krack at

their home on June 14th. We all enjoyed seeing everyone again, the good

food, the beautiful setting with the lake, the turkeys and Delilah. A big

shout out to Suzi & Larry for a wonderful event.

Diane Angermeier

More Pictures on Chapter O Website


GWRRA University July 2020 Schedule

Here are the specifics:

Preregister on-line on the University website: gwrradot.com by clicking on the

scrolling notice and filling out the form

Once registered, you will receive an email confirming your registration.

Classes will be offered at 3pm or 6pm Central Time. Class sizes will be limited.

A U.3 class roster will be completed and submitted for entry into the database.

You must participate by computer or phone with a camera and microphone. No dial in

calls.

All Members are encouraged and welcome to attend. The University TEAM is ready and waiting for you to sign-up. Let’s have some fun!!!

Updated class list for training 0n-line classes and times will be posted on our website,

University Facebook page and the University GroupWorks site.

Any questions, please contact:

Clara Boldt

Director of the University

[email protected]

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GWRRA University July 2020 Schedule

July 2020 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 2 3 4

5 6 7

Recruitment

3pm & 6pm

8

Mature Rider

3pm & 6pm

9 10 11

12 13 14

Co-Rider

3pm & 6pm

15

Riding in the

Heat

3pm & 6pm

16 17 18

19 20 21

Planning a

Chapter

Event

3pm & 6pm

22

Team Riding

3pm & 6pm

23 24 25

26 27 28

Retention

3pm & 6pm

29

Riding in the

Rain

3pm & 6pm

30 31


Indiana’s 2020 Contest April 1st-June 30th


Mail to GWRRA-PO Box 42450, Phoenix, AZ 85080-9942


GWRRA National and Indiana District Contacts

GWRRA National

Director GWRRA

Jere & Sherry Goodman

[email protected]

Rider Educator

George & Susan Huttman

[email protected]


Larry & Penny Anthony

[email protected]

Motorist Awareness

Mike & Barri Critzman

[email protected]

Indiana District Staff

District Directors

Rick & Debbie Warmels

(260) 740-2321

(260) 433-0800

[email protected]

Assistant Directors

Southern Indiana Section

Joe & Paula Swift

(317) 979-1398

(317) 440-4330

[email protected]


Gary & Carol Meyerholtz

(812) 639-7776

(812) 631-3203

[email protected]

Assistant District Educator

Becky Cassitty

(812) 983-4209

[email protected]

Motorist Awareness


(812) 550-2693

[email protected]


National Event: Virtual Wing Ding

WEDNESDAY JULY 1

Opening remarks—Jere and Sherry

GWRRA University Web Site Tour-Clara Boldt

Volunteering-tom and Renee Wasluck

The Motorist Awareness Program-Frequently Asked Questions, Tips and Tricks

THURSDAY JULY 2

Field Award Winners-Bruce Beeman

GWRRA Financial Reporting-Randall Drake

Introducing the GWRRA 101-Clara Boldt

Home Office Tour

Why we Ride the Way We do-Motorist Awareness

FRIDAY, JULY 3

COY Awards-Dan and Mary Costello

Frequently asked questions/myths– Clara Boldt

Distracted@ Your Attention Please-Motorist Awareness

Planning for Motorcycle Awareness Month and GWRRA Motorcycle Awareness Day

SATURDAY JULY 4

Importance of COY-Mary Costello

Importance of New Member Engagement– Dan Costello

Step-by-step to signing on and attending on-line class– Clara Boldt

Leading a ride– Bob Shrader


National Event: Virtual Wing Ding

Join the Conversation

You want to talk motorcycle? This weekend is dedicated to nothing but motorcycle

talk. Engage with hundred of motorcyclists from around the globe. Learn about the

latest aftermarket tech to improve your ride from riders just like you. Find out

about routes in areas you’re planning to discover.

Do you like awards? Find out this years COY, Red Hat winners and more.

Exclusive Vendor Deals

Some of our favorite motorcycle vendors have put together some great deals dur-

ing our Wing Ding event. Some have important announcements intended just for

you. What are the deals? What are the announcements? You will just have to

come and find out!

GENES GALLRY-SYKIK-HEADS UP BREAKING-J&M-SKYMED-SIERRA

ELECTRONICS-NIEHAUS

HARTCO-BIG EAR-HEATED FOR YOU-AMERICAN TRUCKING

ASSOCIATION-LAW TIGERS

AND MORE...


National Event: Wing Ding 42 June 29th-July 3rd 2021

Springfield Expo Center in Springfield, Missouri

Wing Ding is the ultimate Honda Gold Wing & Touring

Bike convention! Hosted by GWRRA at different

locations across the United States every year, the rides

to Wing Ding as well as unique atmospheres are

unforgettable. Come join us for a motorcycle

convention unlike any other, where you can enjoy the

company of friends with live entertainment in a

beautiful location, learn more about motorcycle safety,

discover all the latest products for your bike, and even

test drive a new one.


Indiana District Southern Indiana Ride July 11-12th 2020

Several District Team members pre-rode the route and it’s a

FANTASTIC collection of curvy, hilly, and panoramic roads. More than

once I heard “Are we really in Indiana?”! Ed Feldt has done a

tremendous job getting the ride planned. The ride will leave from the

Bedford Quality Inn at 9:00 on July 11. If you want to come in the night

before, we’ll be staying at the Bedford Quality Inn (see below). We’ll

spend Saturday night at the Super 8 in Corydon. The ride Sunday will

leave at 9 am sharp and is planned to end at Stone’s Restaurant in

Millhousen. There are multiple hotel choices in both Bedford and

Corydon and you’re welcome to stay wherever you want. We have no

deals or discounts for the Quality Inn and Super 8 (we stayed there on

the pre-ride and they were okay). We’ll be coming out with a few

locations so you can join the ride should you not be able to make

Bedford or Corydon.

Rick and Debbie

District Directors


Michigan Fun Weekend August 13th-15th


Mississippi Rally October 15th-17th 2020

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Chapter IN-O is affiliated with the Gold Wing Road Riders

Association. It is located in Indiana’s District. The chapter was

chartered in 1988 and has members from Evansville, Indiana,

Southwestern Indiana, and Northwestern Kentucky.

The Gold Wing Road Riders Association is recognized as the

world’s largest single-marquee for safety, technical, educational

and social organization for riders of touring motorcycles. We are

actually a large family who live by the following motto:

Friends for Fun, Safety, and Knowledge

Chapter IN-O meets the second Sunday of every month at:

Archie & Clyde’s

8309 Bell Oaks Drive

Newburgh, IN 47630

We eat at 5:00 and meet at 6:00 Everyone is always welcome!

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