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NAME FNAME SPOUSE STATE VIERTELL Gary Jann CA GRIFFITH James Marie CA FAHRINGER Keith Chris CT DUFF Bethann
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GOOD Phil Martha IA SOWERS Rod Deanna IA GRIMES Dave Trevelyn KS DIDION Steve
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4 January 2013
Greetings to all, GWTA!
Ho, ho, ho, and a Happy New Year! Now that the holidays are over we’re looking forward to springtime riding. Hopefully, everyone has their bikes covered, prepared for winter storage and batteries on a tender. If we take good care of our bikes they’ll last us and be ready to go when we need them. Make sure to air up tires as they will deflate somewhat over the winter months. Remember to check air pressure in the springtime when you get ready to ride along with regular maintenance. We especially look forward to springtime riding as we’ve moved north and closer to the Rockies - a great place to ride. It’s also much closer to my workplace at CSU in Fort Collins so I’ll be riding my bike to work more. We hope everyone is looking forward to attending Gold Rush at Big Sky Montana in July because we’re looking forward to seeing you! We plan to take a few extra days and include a visit to Yellowstone National Park.
We began Directorship of our local Chapter, Front Range Gold in early 2011 and at our latest meeting turned over the gavel to new Director, Ron Gustafson. His wife, Sharon will be supporting him by his side. Thank you, friends! Looking back, I realize that I’m not the same person I was two years ago. The same could be said about pre-riding days. I found that what began as determination transformed into ‘putting rubber to the road’ would serve to develop confidence in riding ability. At first distracted by the handling of the bike, I eventually came to feel one with my bike, acutely aware of my environment, and safety consciousness. With the position of leadership, I was at first, shaky but with time learned to relax, go with the flow, draw upon creativity, and become a better listener. I was surprised by determination and confidence. My dad always told me, that ‘if something is worth doing, it’s worth doing right.’Perhaps he would be proud of me. I sincerely hope you know joy in your ride and perhaps right now you realize how much it means to you because you miss it greatly. Riding with your friends is one of the best things in life! So looking ahead past the snow and icy roads, Dan and I hope you hold dear memories of trails behind and cherish the trails ahead yet to be discovered. Happy trails in 2013! Happy and Safe Ride in the New Year!
Kathleen and Dan Barker
P.S. Thanks, Dan for your kindness, patience, and your support!
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It is that time of year again when Chapters nominate Family of the Year candidates. What is Family of the Year? They represent all of GWTA. They are liaisons that spread our mission statement of “Destination Friendship” wherever they go. FOA candidates are chosen by their peers which is a great honor. Then Chapter representatives compete with all candidates within that state, usually through a voting process established by the State Director to become State Family of the Year. Again the process is continued to the Regional level usually at a regional event or meeting. The final candidates for each region are then required to go to Gold Rush where they are again voted on by a panel of independent judges, the morning before opening ceremonies. All of the candidates are then brought up on stage where one is announced as the reigning Family.
The responsibilities of that Family are to write an article for Touring News each month for the full 1 year term to help promote Destination Friendship. That Family is then given free room and registration for the following years Gold Rush. They are also asked to help assist with the next years process. A runner up FOTY is announced as well on the morning of opening ceremonies to step in if for any reason the reigning Family cannot fulfill their obligations.
We encourage all Chapters, States and Regions to nominate a Family that they want to represent them. Again it is a great honor to be nominated by your peers. If you have any further questions feel free to ask your Regional Director.
6 January 2013
REGION A
St Ch Chapter Name Chapter DirectorDirector
Phone Director Email
OR A Rogue Valley Wings Kenneth C. Krois 541-474-1178 [email protected]
OR M Mountain Valley Riders David Norton 541-582-3705 [email protected]
OR P Columbia Wings Michael Speer 503-690-9783 [email protected]
WA A Emerald City Wings Bill Perkins 206-368-8966 [email protected]
WA B Stilly Valley Wings Bonnie Brunner 360-722-0035 [email protected]
WA C Evergreen Wings Mark Waterman 425-316-0783 [email protected]
WA D Northwest Wings Al Mitchell 253-468-6759 [email protected]
WA E Lake Washington Gold Phil Auberg 206-755-3294 [email protected]
WA G Lilac City Wings Kenneth F. Peterson Jr. 509-796-2124 [email protected]
WA I Whidbey Island Wings Connie Mollerstuen 360-720-2734 [email protected]
WA L Smoking Mountain Riders Scott & Cindy Peabody 360-713-4056 [email protected]
WA Q The “Q” Crew Charlotte & Andy Manes 360-273-0309 [email protected]
WA S Skagit Valley Wings Lee & Jean Eklund 360-630-4021 [email protected]
WA U Okanogan Valley Wings Greg Bolinger 509-422-3450 [email protected]
WA V Auburn Valley Wings Vonda & Gary Brest 206-854-9341 [email protected]
WA Z Sequim Valley Wings Ed & Jane Bourassa 360-681-0372 [email protected]
REGION B
AZ F F Troop Bob & Sandy Howell 602-615-2459 [email protected]
CA NA Grapestompers Manny Bernstein 209-472-9503
CA NB Redwood Wings Tom Garske, Jr. 707-933-9799 [email protected]
CA NE Yosemite Wings Bill & Fran Jamison 559-999-4754 [email protected]
CA NF River City Wings Kathy Honig 916-366-1436 [email protected]
CA NL Clear Lake Road Riders Lynn Hollenback 707-245-4270 [email protected]
CA NO Shascade Wings Les Long 530-365-8107 [email protected]
CA NP Diablo Valley Wings Harry & Karen Davis 925-686-3774 [email protected]
CA NR Monterey Bay Wings Doug & Lori Green 831-338-6804 [email protected]
CA NS Gold Country Riders Jack & Debby Jackson 530-876-0815 [email protected]
CA NT Tri-County Travelers Thomas (Skip) Trautman 530-633-0857 [email protected]
CA NV Woodland Roadrunners Christie Cue 530-383-0706 [email protected]
CA NX Lassen Riders Dennis C. Garton 530-200-1984 [email protected]
CA NZ Golden Gate Wings Donald Tolbert, Jr. 650-952-7240 [email protected]
CA SL Antelope Valley Wings Gary Biddy 818-352-1777 [email protected]
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CA SO Channel Islands Wings Charles H. Burton 805-647-7382 [email protected]
NM A New Mexico Sun Runners John Gilsdorf 575-491-0994 [email protected]
NM Q New Mexico Desert Runners Alan Rignshall 505-293-0433 [email protected]
NV C The Silver State Riders Randie Buss 702-645-7537 [email protected]
NV E Vegas Valley Wings Jim & Anne Henry 702-649-3304 [email protected]
REGION C
IA A Gold Wing Aces William Warth 319-367-5119 [email protected]
IA H Friendship Riders of Iowa Pam Beveridge 515-229-1947 [email protected]
IA I Polk County Wings Ben Ress 515-480-1488 [email protected]
IA L Loess Hills Riders James Lisiecki 712-256-7855 [email protected]
IA P Nishna Valley Wings Yvonna “Jo” Allen 712-527-4229
IL A Central Illinois Wings Marvin Young 815-457-2667
IL B Riverbend Riders Ralph Schempp 618-667-8923 [email protected]
IL C Windy City Wings Bill Seith 630-217-1829 [email protected]
IL H River City Riders Ron VanNatta 309-235-1116 [email protected]
IL M Downstate Cruisers Dave & Gladys Berkemeier 618-566-7096 [email protected]
IL P Southern Pride Carl Walker 618-897-2376 [email protected]
NE A Heartland Wings Robert Kennedy 402-292-1801 [email protected]
NE B Great Plains Riders Rhonda Kodad 402-661-4931 [email protected]
NE C Husker Wings Alan Rosenboom 402-797-7335 [email protected]
NE E Platte Valley Wings Dale Kleewein 308-520-3429 [email protected]
NE G Spirit of Friendship Wings Michael A. Benck 402-290-6636 [email protected]
NE M Monarch Wings Barb Mills 402-253-2780 [email protected]
NE W Frenchman Valley Riders Lynn Rinehart 308-414-1190 [email protected]
NE Y Why Not’s Paula Fleischman 402-560-0372 [email protected]
NE Z Country Wings Melvin E. Vogt, Sr. 712-755-2546 [email protected]
WI GB N.E.W. Riders Patrick F. Williams 920-455-0244 [email protected]
REGION D
TN A Nashville Tour Riders Tony Carpenter 615-793-3005 [email protected]
REGION E
CO A Front Range Gold Ron & Sharon Gustafson 303-772-2654 [email protected]
KS A Air Capital Wings John Eubank 316-722-0905 [email protected]
KS B Eastern Kansas Tour Riders John & Jane Wehr 913-780-4144 [email protected]
KS L Leavenworth Tour Riders David Rush 913-683-0930 [email protected]
OK X Oklahoma’s First Cindi Hidgins 918-387-2700 [email protected]
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TX B Roaming Wings James J. Jean 972-255-4525 [email protected]
REGION F
IN P Presidential Wings Thomas W. Holmes 260-356-4511 [email protected]
IN Z Wings n More Tom Howe 219-872-5059 [email protected]
MI A Capital Area Wings Eric Larson 517-646-0256 [email protected]
MI C Cereal City Wings Charles Brown 269-979-2670 [email protected]
MI E Wings of Eagles Keith Diller 269-207-7976 [email protected]
MI G Great Lakes Road Riders Darryl Dooley 734-469-2050 [email protected]
MI H Livingston Wings Mike & Linda Jamros 810-227-7460 [email protected]
MI H2 Downriver Wings John Snethkamp 313-530-0713 [email protected]
MI M Macomb Explorers Lou & Lynne Kulcsar 586-707-0532 [email protected]
MI N Northwood Wings Randy Treynor 616-794-2777 [email protected]
MI W West Michigan Roadrunners Max W. Krueger 269-694-9746 [email protected]
OH H Hi-Way Cruisers Charles Jewett 440-428-5297 [email protected]
OH W Wheels of Friends Paul Uhlman 937-829-7268 [email protected]
PA B Keystone Wings Harold (Bud) & Karen Price 814-797-5835 [email protected]
PA J Gold Wings Along The Allegheny Robert & Diane Sweed 724-840-7128 [email protected]
PA Y Liberty Wings Dick & Martha Foote 215-368-4936 [email protected]
PA Z East Penn Riders Robert & Ilana Wilensik 610-277-5169 [email protected]
REGION H
CT M Mid-State Navigators John Muise 203-605-8794 [email protected]
CT V Valley Riders Joe Delnicky 203-888-6443 [email protected]
ME A Sunshine Riders No CD at this time
REGION J
ON F Ajax-Pickering Friendship Riders Denis Kavanagh 905-623-4973 [email protected]
ON H Huronia Wings Rose-Ann Moore 705-549-4065 [email protected]
ON K York Simcoe Riders Perry Lewis 905-989-0396 [email protected]
ON M Mississauga Wings David Guptill & Hazel Carson 905-799-9912 [email protected]
ON NO Nipissing Riders Mickey Sandula 705-663-2696 [email protected]
ON T Toronto Wings Paul Cuddy 416-831-1965 [email protected]
ON W Waterloo Wings Kevin Dyne 519-653-7542 [email protected]
ON Z Barrie Wings Lynda Wall 705-422-1841 [email protected]
BUFFALO SOLDIERS
NJ NJ NJ Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club Dwight Baltimore 609-668-0693 [email protected]
NJ CJ Central Jersey Buffalo Soldiers Anthony Williiams, Sr. 732-718-1416 [email protected]
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What is it, this Special Golden Heart Award?
This program was developed to show recognition to a person or persons (whether or not they are a member of GWTA) who have given of themselves to assist members of our association. Many of us will pitch in and do the right thing, then there are those who will go above and beyond; these are the people who although they seldom seek recognition, deserve it just the same.
Recipients of the Golden Heart Award will receive a certificate of recognition, an antiqued gold pin and the story of their good deeds published in Touring News.
There are many heart-warming stories or happenings that often go unrecognized except for a very sincere ‘thank you’. Giving this award is another way of saying thanks with an added bonus. Each time the recipient sees the Golden Heart Award certificate, or puts on the Golden Heart pin, that ‘thank you’ will ring out loud and clear once again.
For more information go to TA Way, Section 3, Golden Heart Award Program
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Gold RGold RGold RGold RGold Rush XXVI: July 15-18, 2013ush XXVI: July 15-18, 2013ush XXVI: July 15-18, 2013ush XXVI: July 15-18, 2013ush XXVI: July 15-18, 2013
Make checks and money orders, US funds, payable to: GWTA (P.O. Box 42403, Indianapolis, IN, 46242)
Visa/Mastercard/Amex #_________________________________________Expiration Date_______
Address_______________________City_____________State/Province_____ Zip/Postal_________
E-mail_________________________Will you use: Motel Campground Other
Name ( A C R P )__________________________Name ( A C R P ) __________________________
GWTA Chapter/St./Pr._______________ Membership #__________ Other Affiliation______________
Name ( A C R P )__________________________Name ( A C R P ) __________________________
Circle appropriate codes after name: A=Adult, C=Under 16, R=Rider, P=Passenger. Use name wanted on ID
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Big Sky ResortBig Sky, MT
Billing Address____________________________Billing Zip Code __________CVV2 Code_______
Cardholder Signature______________________________________________________________
The $40 per person registration fees are non-refundable. Refunds will only be offered for refundable registration fees and the requests must be received inwriting before July 1, 2013. No refunds will be issued without written notice. Confirmation postcards will be mailed for all registrations received at the Office.If you have not received a confirmation postcard contact the office before the next cut off date! Please Note: Confirmation emails from online orders are notsent from the office and do not confirm that your registration was received and processed. Anyone who registers after 6/1/13 will not be eligible for the granddoor prize drawing. I/We have read and understand this regisration. I/We agree to conform with the ideals governing this rally and hold harmless the GWTAand co-sponsoring organizations for any loss of property and injury to self or others that may result from participation at this rally as a direct result of ournegligence.Signature: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Date: ___________________________
REGISTRATIONS RECEIVED BEFORE 12/1/12 ARE NOTREFUNDABLE AND NOT NEGOTIABLE. IF YOU DO NOT
ATTEND THIS WILL BE CONSIDERED A DONATION.Rates will increase to $50 per member and $60 per non-member
on 12/1/12Rates will increase to $60 for members and non-members on 6/1/13
1-800-960-GWTA (4982) www.gwta.org
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free Non Member Registration before 6/1/2013 $60
HotelBig Sky Resort 1-800-548-4486 Website: www.bigskyresort.comP.O. Box 160001#1 Line Mountain TrailBig Sky, MT 59716Email: [email protected]
After 7/1/13 you will be required to register at Gold Rush.
Area CampgroundsBig Sky Resort“Day Skier” Parking Lot (dirt lotadjacent to the Huntley lodge)No electricity, $10 per night perperson for shower and restroomservicesKOA Campground (50-60 miles)81123 Gallatin Road (US Hwy 191)Bozeman, MT 59718Reservations 800-562-3036Info 406-587-3030
You must show your current membership card to retain your member registration rates at Gold Rush. Expired cardswill not be accepted. DAY PASSES are $25.
12 January 201314 August 2012
Gold Rush 2013 – July 15– 18, 2013 Big Sky Resort, Montana
General website: http://www.bigskyresort.com/ Lodging website: http://www.bigskyresort.com/Lodging/index.asp
LODGING RATES (plus 17% tax) – listed on 2 pages HUNTLEY LODGE Guests per room: 1 2 3 4 5 6 First Class (2 - 4 guests) $89 $89 $99 $109 Mountain View (2 – 4 guests) $99 $99 $109 $119 Loft (3 – 6 guests) $139 $139 $149 $159 $169 $179
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Gold Rush 2013 – July 14 – 19, 2013 Big Sky Resort, Montana
General website: http://www.bigskyresort.com/ Lodging website: http://www.bigskyresort.com/Lodging/index.asp
LODGING RATES (plus 17% tax) – listed on 2 pages HUNTLEY LODGE Guests per room: 1 2 3 4 5 6 First Class (2 - 4 guests) $89 $89 $99 $109 Mountain View (2 – 4 guests) $99 $99 $109 $119 Loft (3 – 6 guests) $139 $139 $149 $159 $169 $179
SHOSHONE CONDOMINIUMS Suite (2 – 4 guests) $180 Loft (2 – 4 guests) $240 THE SUMMIT AT BIG SKY Guests per room: 1 2 3 4 Studio (1- 2 guests) $120 $120 2 Queen Hotel (2 – 4 guests) $135 $135 $145 $155 1 King Hotel (2 – 4 guests) $145 $145 1 Bedroom (4 – 9 guests) $225 2 Bedroom (6 – 8 guests) $315 3 Bedroom (8 – 10 guests) $405 THE VILLAGE CENTER Guests per room: 1 2 Studio (1 – 2 guests) $120 $120 Slope Side Studio (1 – 2 guests) $135 $135 1 Bedroom (4 – 9 guests) $235 2 Bedroom (6 – 8 guests) $325 3 Bedroom (8 – 10 guests) $415 STILLWATER CONDOMINIUMS Studio (2 – 4 guests) $100 1 Bedroom (2 – 4 guests) $120 Loft (4 – 6 guests) $150 2 Bedroom (4 – 6 guests) $155 BIG HORN CONDOMINIUMS 3 Bedroom (6 – 8 guests) $250 WHITEWATER INN (Hwy 191, 9 miles from Mtn. Village) Guests per room: 1 2 3 4 5 6 2 Queen Hotel (2 – 4 guests) $69 $69 $79 $89 3 Queen Hotel (2 – 6 guests) $99 $99 $109 $119 $129 $139
14 January 2013
Gold Rush 2013
An Introduction to Big Sky Resort
Gold Rush is heading back to the treasure state. This time, it’s in Big Sky Country. Big Sky Resort is located in the town of Big Sky, in-between Bozeman and West Yellowstone. With a year round population of 2,300, Big Sky is in the business of tourism. Each year, the ski and summer resort hosts thousands of guests from around the world.
Here’s a little history lesson. Big Sky Resort was the direct vision of Chet Huntley (hence the Huntley Lodge), a Montana native and NBC news broadcaster. Three days before the opening in December of 1973, Chet Huntley passed away. Boyne Resorts of Michigan purchased the property two years later, and remains the operator today.
Now 39 Years later, Big Sky Resort is honored to be the host of the 2013 Gold Rush event. The Resort is located in Mountain village which is the heart of all the action, and where most Gold Rush functions are held. Big Sky Resort offers several lodging options that will fit any reservation size and budget. If you are looking for a host property, consider it being the entire resort. The walkable campus provides all the convenience you are looking for. The most popular lodging option will be the Huntley lodge, which is connected to the Conference Center. Higher end properties include the Village Center, Summit Hotel and Shoshone Condominiums.
What can you do on property? The Gold Rush operations team has another exciting schedule planned. First, don’t forget your camera, because the scenic beauty alone will keep you very busy. During your free time, stop by the Big Sky Basecamp desk to zip line, mountain bike or ride the scenic lift. The town of Big Sky also features whitewater rafting, horseback riding and fly fishing. Is Yellowstone National Park on your bucket list? Big Sky is just 45 miles from the West entrance of the park.
Yellowstone National Park won’t be the only opportunity for wildlife viewing. Big Sky Resort is wound tightly with the Yellowstone ecosystem. So, it’s not uncommon to spot a bear, moose, elk and more. If a real life encounter is too close for comfort, you can watch movies on Yellowstone in the amphitheater inside the Yellowstone Conference Center.
We truly look forward to your arrival. Make your reservations now by calling Big Sky Central Reservations at 800-548-4486. For more information, visit www.bigskyresort.com
-Katie Grice, Big Sky Resort
Each month, Big Sky Resort will feature a new article in touring news to keep you informed and updated on the Gold Rush event.
Gold Rush, Big Sky Resort Information
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Gold Rush, Big Sky ResortPictures
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Big Sky Lodging for Gold Rush
16 January 2013
GWTA NATIONAL EVENTS
July 14, 2013Annual Board Meeting, open to all, room availability TBA
July 15-18, 2013Gold Rush XXVI, Big Sky Resort, Big Sky Mt.
REGIONAL EVENTS
Region B, No CA Spring Fling - May 24-27, 2013Lassen County Fairgrounds, Susanville, CAPre-register by april 15; $25 GWTA members / $30 non-members.Pre-register Apr 16-May 23; $30 GWTA member / $35 non-members.Pre-registrants: Bring motorcycle and take $10 off per Rider with Bike!On-site registration: $35 GWTA member / $40 non-members.contact Harry Davis t 925-686-3774 or [email protected] for more info.
Region C Rally, June 6-9, 2013Marion, ILFor more information contact Rick & Penni Hinrichs, [email protected]
Region E, Rally Reunion - June 14-16, 2013Best Western HotelWichita, KansasWebsite: www.gwtaregione.comOr email Kelly and Donna Felix: [email protected]
Region F, January 5Knox, InINDIANA State Holidays Party
Region F, Winter Weekend Rally - March 8-10, 2013Brown County, IN
Region F, Michigan State Rally - June 20-23Evart, MI
Region F, PA State Rally - September 5-8, 2013Twin Grove Resort & CampgroundThe them will be the 50’s.Mark your calenders, more infromatin coming soon.
Correction:
On page 7 of the December 2012 issue of GWTN the names of the National Staff, also missing in the picture, are: Jim Boggess, Lori Green, Tony and Diane Manry.
Accuracy matters! If you find a factual error in Touring News, please e-mail us with the correct information. ([email protected])A correction will be made in the following issue.
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EXECUTIVE DIRECTORBruce & Linda Keenon
P.O. Box 348, Huntington, IN [email protected]; 260-358-0851; Fax 260-356-3392
EXECUTIVE SECRETARYEva & Ron Wodehouse
936 Rose St., Longmont, CO [email protected]; 303-776-9836
NATIONAL EVENT COORDINATORTony & Diane Manry
P.O. Box 469, Van Buren, IN [email protected]; 765-934-4696
WEBMASTERJohn Hunrath
9265 Amarone Way, Sacramento, CA [email protected]; 916-682-0734
PUBLIC RELATIONS/ TOURING NEWS DIRECTORSGlenda & Jim Boggess
1429 Lashley St., Longmont, CO [email protected], 303-772-3755
RIDER EDUCATION DIRECTORDoug and Lori Green
14830 Highway 9, Boulder Creek, CA [email protected]; 831-388-6804
EDUCATION AND RETENTION DIRECTORMike & Carol Brush
12516 Poppleton Ave.; Omaha, NE [email protected]; 402-397-4663
HELPING HAND DIRECTORGWTA - 800-960-4982Local - 317-576-6822
CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD Dennis & Darlene Farnum
75 Farnum Lane, Sebago, ME [email protected]; 207-576-7476
LIFE MEMBER BOARD REPRESENTATIVEEugene and Sylvia Jones
1002 Westlake Woods DriveBattle Creek, MI 49037
269-968-8380
REGION Awww.gwtaregiona.org
Alaska, Alberta, British Columbia, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, Wyoming
Region Director:TBA
Board Representative: Ray & Floramie Phillips14425 59th Ave. South, Tukwila, WA 98168
[email protected]; 206-277-0962
REGION BArizona, California, Hawaii, New Mexico, Nevada, Utah
Region Director: Steve & Ralphine Andrus2108 Lighthouse Dr., Fairfield, CA [email protected]; 707-429-9547
[email protected] Representative: Charles Horner
P.O. Box 230, Shingleton, CA [email protected]; 530-474-4291
REGION Cwww.gwta-c.com
Illinois, Iowa, Manitoba, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Saskatchewan, Wisconsin
Region Director: Rick and Penni Hinrichs609 Burns Street, Ida Grove, IA 51445
[email protected]; 402-578-2368Board Representative: Bill and Carol Seith
917 cleveland Rd. Hinsdale, IL [email protected], 630-655-1098
REGION Dhtttp://geocities.com/gwtaregiond
Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina,South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia
Region Director: George & Debbie Deskins3330 Edmondson Ct., Murfreesboro, TN 37129
[email protected]; 615-459-4418Board Representative: Jim & Karen Quinn1368 Jason Circle, Ashland City, TN 37915
[email protected]; 615-792-0546
REGION EArkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas
Region Director: Donna and Kelly Felix2326 S. Cardington, Wichita, KS 67209
kdfelix7Acox.net or [email protected]
Board Representative: Larry and Betty Oswald339 Hastings Dr. , Cedar Hill, TX 75104
972-291-4905
REGION Fwww.gwtaregionf.org
Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, PennsylvaniaRegion Director: Bob & Kim Davis
824 Parchmount Ave., Parchment, MI [email protected]; 269-342-0852
Board Representative: Ronnie & Kathe Vaughn100 Ohio Street, Somerset, KY 42501
[email protected]; 606-872-7228
REGION Hwww.regionhgwta.org
Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts,New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont
Region Director: Phil & Sue Rueger100 Allyndale Road, Canaan, CT [email protected]; 860-824-0005
Board Representative: Darlene Farnum75 Garnum Lane, sebago, ME 04029
[email protected], 207-576-7477
REGION Jwww.gwtaregionj.com
Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, OntarioRegion Director: Kevin Welch
169 Holmes Ave., North York, ON MZM 4M7 [email protected]; 416-229-9378
Board Representative: Garrie & Eleanor Wayne147 Wellington St., West Apt. 714, Aurora, ON L4G 3M1 Canada
[email protected]; 905-727-5272
GWTA NATIONAL OFFICE: P.O. BOX 42403, Indianapolis, IN 46242 - Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5.00pm ESTToll Free: 800-960-4983 Local: 317-243-6822 Fax: 317-243-6833 [email protected] [email protected]
Chapter Listings and additional info can be found online at: www.gwta.org www.gotmotorcycle.org
18 January 2013
Other than writing my first article for Touring News last month, I have not had to do much in the National Rider Education area but that has changed this month. As my really first official act, I would like to congratulate Mike Zmiarovich from Chapter Z in Washington for obtaining his 9th year renewal pin for Level IV. I hope to see many more renewals in the upcoming months for all Levels. If you need information on the Rider Education Program contact your Chapter RED. If your Chapter does not have a RED, I would like you to encourage your Chapter to get involved somehow – someway. The more we all get involved the safer we become when on two, three or four wheels. Now you might ask, what could I mean by “four wheels”? If you have every taken a Safety Course and if you think about the techniques you learned, I will bet you use many of them when driving your “cage” – think about it! The other night, I was talking to a fellow motorcycle riders and we were discussing having passengers on our bikes. The discussion reminded me of two recommendations I always make to potential riders and current riders who are deciding to have a passenger. Recommendation #1 –If you are going to have a passenger, have them take at least the Basic Rider Course. Some might not consider this a good investment if they don’t ever plan to be a rider. There are a couple of reasons I make this recommendation:
A. In the Basic Course there is a discussion of how a passenger should ride on the back of a bike and this will mean you don’t have to teach them the proper techniques.
B. By virtue of taking the course, I have found that a passenger has a much greater appreciation of what a motorcycle driver deals with in driving. The class teaches a lot of techniques that the driver must use to be safe and why not educate the passenger so they can help you while riding.
C. The most important reason for this recommendation has to do with the rider’s health. If something happens to the rider while driving (and it has in the past), the passenger will have the knowledge about the controls of a motorcycle in order to, hopefully, make a safe stop.
Recommendation #2 – If you are talking to someone who is planning to ride a motorcycle, I always recommend they take the Basic Rider Course before they buy a motorcycle. Why do this?
A. It is better to find out if you can physically and mentally handle a bike before you buy one to put in your garage. I have known of a few cases where someone bought a $20K bike, put it in their garage and then took the class. After attempting to complete the class a few times, they decided they did not have the coordination to handle the controls. This meant they had a $20K bike now depreciated to sell – ouch the possible lose can really hurt.
B. It is always better to start out riding properly so take the class first. There is a famous saying, “One step at a time” and this is the best first step.
A question for you all – when is the last time you took a Safety Class of any kind. I have been riding for over 25 years and find that each time I teach a MSF Class my skills are improved. Think about improving yours by taking a class. SAFETY TIP OF THE MONTH: CHECK YOURSELF Before riding season check “yourself”. Make sure you are physical, mentally, and socially ready to ride your bike. See you on the Road and be Safe Doug Green National Rider Education Director [email protected]
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Where are we headed as an association? Our country they tell us is close to falling off a cliff soon because the representatives we elected into office cannot get along and come to a compromise over what will work for everyone. They are too busy blaming each other for the problems that exist and cannot look at the future to find a solution. Does any of this sound familiar?
Our Organization is close to falling off a cliff also. We continue to decline in numbers while our financial obligations continue to rise. Members are too quick to blame others as to why we are in this position or turn away and say it is not my problem. It is far more important to look for solutions for our survival for our organization. After all it is OUR organization.
Like everyone else my personal job has been stressful, tedious and exhausting. One evening while driving home from the airport, I flipped thru the radio stations. I caught a Christian station that was playing a song called “I Refuse” by Josh Wilson. The lyrics were haunting as I related them to many aspects in my life including GWTA. The main jest of the song is: I refuse to sit back and wait for someone else do what I know in my heart needs to be done. I refuse to turn away and pretend that the troubles I see are something that I cannot change. I refuse to let things happen around me that I know are wrong and not take a stand and try to correct them myself. I refuse to be helpless… I will help and take an active part to continue our organization. It is up to YOU to take your part.
I watched World News Tonight with Diane Sawyer and loved the segment called “Made In America”. They followed people shopping for this holiday season and asked how many items they had bought were actually made in America. No one was aware of where their purchases were made. They seemed embarrassed that they hadn’t even looked for that when they made their purchase. They said if every person in America would just buy $64 worth of products made in America we could boost the economy, create jobs and steer us clear of the fiscal cliff. If every member would recruit a friend our organization would have a very bright future. It is that simple just like buying a product made in America. Take the time to turn a product over and look at the tag. Take the time to express your love for our organization to someone else. I cannot think of anything else in my life that has allowed me to meet and befriend so many wonderful people. GWTA certainly has created a difference in my life and people I truly love.
All of this leads to being conscious of your actions. Refusing to accept things the way they are because you are unwilling to change them. GWTA is falling off a cliff risking the end of our beloved Association because we are not willing to recruit a friend. If each of us just recruited one friend into our Association it would change our future dramatically. Recruiting can be as simple as bringing a photo album of your motorcycling journeys to work with you one day and showing your co-workers all the fun you’ve had with your fellow members throughout the country. It can be as simple as stopping a fellow motorcyclist and complimenting their motorcycle. Or simply drop off some applications with a personal note attached to your local motorcycle, ice cream or coffee shop.
You are in the driver seat. Refuse to let your association fall off the cliff without being a part of its future. Make a change one friend at a time. I don’t want to write another empty plea for help. GWTA needs you to show your heart and find a friend.
20 January 2013
On a very positive note we as members of GWTA have retired our debt to Touring News this past December. This debt has hung over our heads for years. We have made a onetime payment that retired all our past due debt of Touring news. The amazing part of this is it has been done with all sorts of contributions from our members, chapters, states and regions. We are now current as we continue to pay our monthly charges to the Touring News publisher. This has been a tremendous hurdle that we have gone over and should be very proud of as members of GWTA as this was truly a combined effort of sacrifice and love of our association to obtain this goal. We can continue on to have fun, make friends and recruit to make our association even stronger.
We have some very exciting events in our near future to look forward to. We are on facebook with very exciting ideas and look in which we will offer all sorts of exciting information, events and discounts. Join us on facebook and “like” GWTA. A very exciting new web page is coming that will be fun and informational for our organization. Fun events and information are helping our future look very bright for GWTA. GWTA has a very positive direction in the future. Lets get out and ride and enjoy the fun of our organization. Lets not fall off anyone’s cliff!!!! Best wishes for a prosperous and blessed new year.
Ride Safe
Yours in Friendship
The Keenons
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See how many George’s you can spend this month
for the
GWTA Grand Prize Drawing 2013Donation $1.00 (U.S. Funds) Grand Prize: $10,000 CASH (U.S. Funds)
or 2013 Harley XR1200 Sportster or 2013 Honda NT700V
Drawing will be held July 18, 2013 at the GWTA National Office in Indianapolis, IN
***Winner need not be present to win***
Winner is responsible for any taxes and additional charges. Winner responsible for arranging pickupin
Indianapolis, IN if Harley is selected or Plymouth, IN if Honda is selected.
Official Rules are posted at www.gwta.org Support our organization by purchasing and selling tickets!!
22 January 2013
CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
Greetings from MAINE
Darlene and I would like to wish everyone a VERY Happy Healthier New Year. This past year we have heard of some many of our friends that have had challenges in one way or another whether it be financially, physically or mentally and these challenges are in no respect of person in whatever walk of life one may be in. I was reading the other day and came across a saying that went like this "Life isn't about how to survive the storm but how to dance in the rain!" So true!! So May all your puddles be manageable!!
May I be first to congratulate YOUR NEW BOARD REPRESENTATIVES from January 01, 2013 thru December 31, 2015.
Region "A" Presently still vacant @ this time, we will continue advertising for this vacancy Region "C" (1st term) Bill Seith from Hinsdale, IL ran unopposed Region "E" (1st term) Larry Oswald from Cedar Hill, TX ran unopposed Region "J" (2nd term) Garrie Wayne from Ontario, Canada ran unopposed We look forward to working with you all in the years to come. Hoping to build steadfast, lasting relationships along with a solid building up of GWTA and contributing to the GROWTH of GWTA in a positive way. As we welcome the new BOD -- we would like to send out a heartfelt thank you to Ray Phillips Region “A" also Dave Tedford, Region C as well as Chuck Gibbs, Region "E". It has been a privilege to work with you all and we appreciate the dedication and loyalty you all have to GWTA. Stay well and warm until we meet again @ Gold Rush in BIG SKY MONATANA Dennis Farnum COB January 2013
GOLD WING TOURING ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION
As Region A still has an opening for their Board of Director, members will elect a Regional Representative to the Board of Directors. The term of office will be from January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2015. If you reside in Region A and would like to run for the position of Regional Representative to the Board of Directors, please complete the self- nomination form below and mail to the address indicated. Mail the completed form with proof of ownership of an operable Honda Gold Wing motorcycle, a photograph of yourself, and a resume. GWTA Board of Directors Election Dennis Farnum, COB 75 Farnum Lane Sebago, ME 04029 Anyone who would like to serve the membership in this capacity is urged to self-nominate for this election. The Gold Wing Touring Association is unique in that the governing body is elected from the membership.
GOLD WING TOURING ASSOCIATION
Self-Nomination Form for Board of Directors Name:_________________________________________________ Membership Number____________________ I would like to self-nominate for a position on the Board of Directors If elected: 1. I understand that the Board of Directors is the governing body of the Gold Wing Touring Association. As a Board Member I will fulfill my tenure in office as a professional whose highest priority is to the association and its members. I will endeavor to the best of my ability to help guide GWTA to aproductive and meaningful future. 2. I will attend the annual Board of Directors meeting scheduled each year during my term. I will make every effort to attend the National Rally, “Gold Rush” each year to meet with and address the membership at large. 3. I will maintain a current membership during my tenure in office. I understand that should my membership lapse, I automatically forfeit my position on the Board. 4. I assume full responsibility for my campaign and pledge to conduct that campaign within the guidelines of fair play, honesty and respect for my fellow candidates. 5. Should I move from the region from which I was elected as a regional representative to the Board, I will notify the Chairman of the Board and declare my position vacant. 6. I will submit proof of ownership of an operable Honda Gold Wing motorcycle to the Chairman of the Board. Year_____________ Model_________________ Serial Number________________________________________ I declare my candidacy for the position of Board Director for the Gold Wing Touring Association. Please Mark One I declare my candidacy for Board of Directors member from Region: A________ Signed:___________________________________________________ Date:______________________________
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GOLD WING TOURING ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION
As Region A still has an opening for their Board of Director, members will elect a Regional Representative to the Board of Directors. The term of office will be from January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2015. If you reside in Region A and would like to run for the position of Regional Representative to the Board of Directors, please complete the self- nomination form below and mail to the address indicated. Mail the completed form with proof of ownership of an operable Honda Gold Wing motorcycle, a photograph of yourself, and a resume. GWTA Board of Directors Election Dennis Farnum, COB 75 Farnum Lane Sebago, ME 04029 Anyone who would like to serve the membership in this capacity is urged to self-nominate for this election. The Gold Wing Touring Association is unique in that the governing body is elected from the membership.
GOLD WING TOURING ASSOCIATION
Self-Nomination Form for Board of Directors Name:_________________________________________________ Membership Number____________________ I would like to self-nominate for a position on the Board of Directors If elected: 1. I understand that the Board of Directors is the governing body of the Gold Wing Touring Association. As a Board Member I will fulfill my tenure in office as a professional whose highest priority is to the association and its members. I will endeavor to the best of my ability to help guide GWTA to aproductive and meaningful future. 2. I will attend the annual Board of Directors meeting scheduled each year during my term. I will make every effort to attend the National Rally, “Gold Rush” each year to meet with and address the membership at large. 3. I will maintain a current membership during my tenure in office. I understand that should my membership lapse, I automatically forfeit my position on the Board. 4. I assume full responsibility for my campaign and pledge to conduct that campaign within the guidelines of fair play, honesty and respect for my fellow candidates. 5. Should I move from the region from which I was elected as a regional representative to the Board, I will notify the Chairman of the Board and declare my position vacant. 6. I will submit proof of ownership of an operable Honda Gold Wing motorcycle to the Chairman of the Board. Year_____________ Model_________________ Serial Number________________________________________ I declare my candidacy for the position of Board Director for the Gold Wing Touring Association. Please Mark One I declare my candidacy for Board of Directors member from Region: A________ Signed:___________________________________________________ Date:______________________________
BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION APPLICATION
24 January 2013
Friends vs. Biker Friends Friends: Never ask for food, Biker Friends: Are the reason you have no food. Friends: Will say “Hello”, Biker Friends: Will give you a big hug and a kiss. Friends: Call your parents Mr. and Mrs. Biker Friends: Call your parents Mom and Dad. Friends: Have never seen you cry, Biker Friends: Cry with you. Friends: Eat at your dinner table and leave, Biker Friends: Will spend hours talking, laughing and just being together Friends: Know a few things about you, Biker Friends: Could write a book with direct quotes. Friends: Knock on your door, Biker Friends: Walk right in and say “I’m Home”! Friends: Are for awhile, Biker Friends: Are for life. Friends: Will ignore this, Biker Friends: Will forward this.
Author Unknown Reprinted from GWTA, Region F’s newsletter
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Region B: Chapter NT, Tri-County TravelersA beautiful day for a ride and picture!
26 January 2013
There is a limited supply of these shirts available. This is a reminder that there is a GWTA Rider Education program.
Doug Green Rider Education Director [email protected] if you are interested in ordering these shirts Put under the Rider Education heading. Make is as large or small to fit.
This is a reminder that there is a GWTA Rider Education program.There is a limited supply of these shirts available. Contact Doug Green,
Rider Education Director,[email protected] if you are interested in ordering these
shirts
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Mary Agnes (Krizan) Bolton (February 27, 1915 - January 4, 2013) BOLTON, Mary Agnes (Krizan) – of Flint, age 97 passed away January 4, 2013 at Avalon Hospice.
Mary was born in Oakley, MI on February 27, 1915, daughter of the late, Frank and Mary (Podolan) Krizan. She married LaVern J. Tithof who preceded her in death. Mary then married Jay F. Bolton who preceded her in death. She worked at General Motors for 18 years, retiring from AC Spark Plug in 1978. Mary and Jay retired to Prudenville where she was a DOE at the Elks Club and a member of their Colorguard. She was a charter member of the Gold Wing Motorcycle Touring Association, Chapter A. Mary and Jay were great members and they blessed us all. After her husband, Jay passed, she returned to Burton.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Avalon Hospice of Flint, 2360 Stonebridge, Flint, MI 48532 or Holy Rosary Church, 5191 Richfield Rd., Flint, MI 48506 or First Baptist Church, 5372 Seymour Rd., Swartz Creek, MI 48473. Anyone wishing to send a sympathy card to Mary Bolton's family can send them to: Elaine Lawson 2484 Clayward Dr., Burton, MI 48509 or Don & Mary Tithof 5429 Church Rd., Bancroft, MI 48414
Please share your thoughts with the family at www.allenfuneralhomeinc.com.
28 January 2013
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30 January 2013
TOURING NEWS “COVER”PICTURE
GWTA is having a contest for the covers on Touring News, issues Feb-Dec This is open to all GWTA members. Pictures: Any pictures sent to Touring. [email protected] needs to be high resolution which should be any picture taken with a digital camera without editing. They can be adjusted as needed. Include who is in the photo, where the photo was taken, your name and GWTA membership #. When you email, please put “Cover picture contest” in subject line. They will be judged on the 11th of each month. If it is within the Due Date and not chosen as a cover winner it will be used during the year. Issue Due Date for email February January 1st– Jan 10th
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