HOG Tracks - Statesville H.O.G

H.O.G. Tracks
Statesville Chapter #3548
“The First in the State of NC”
Sent By: Bree
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JULY NEWLETTER
uly is for “Independence Day”. Thank heavens we all can be
Independent on our Harley’s.
A Special Welcome to our New Members:
Tom Carroll, Curtis Eller,
Susan Tancora, Edward Miller,
David Henson, Heather Lawson
CHAPTER MEETINGS ARE
2ND SUNDAY OF EACH
MONTH. THE NEXT
CHAPTER MEETING IS,
Sunday, July 12th at 2 PM.
COME SOCIALIZE…
Happy Birthday!
to our JuLy Bikers:
Melton Mayfield 7/1, Max Lee 7/2, Kim Rogers 7/3, Vickie Kress 7/4, Jon Longair 7/4,
Rodney Hinson 7/5, David Henson 7/6, Gail Ervin 7/9, Edward Miller 7/9,
Clara Harris 7/10, Mike Dycus 7/11, David Austin 7/12, Louvine Glenn 7/12,
David Bourgoine 7/15, Jean Liverman 7/15, Sonny Deal 7/17, Keith Lachey 7/18,
Marie Upright 7/24, William Reinke 7/24, Libby Gardner 7/24, Tommie Holmes 7/26,
John Lindler 7/26, Maynard Self 7/28, Larry Johns 7/29, David Rusmisel 7/30
Officer Updates
From our Director: Jim Gardner
Well here we go again, another month older, six months wiser and just having a ball
with all the good friends and rides we have had. I can only think of one other place that
would be better but I am not ready to ride there yet. There are just no words to describe
the fun we are having and just look what is ahead of us, whoopee, more fun rides.
I hope all of you won't forget we need help for the Tilley bash on Sunday July 19, we
will be doing the cooking and helping “man all of the events” they have planed, this is a
big one and we need to be there in force. We need a minimum of twenty people; more
would be better, please let one of the officers know if you can help.
Don't forget to tell your officers, what a good job they are doing and how much fun
you are having, that will make them happy.
See you when I see you my friend, let's ride and have fun.
Your Director, Jim Gardner
From our Secretary: Patti Grove
Minutes – June 2009 Meeting
The Statesville H.O.G. met Sunday, June 14, 2008 at Tilley Harley-Davidson for the
monthly meeting with Jim Gardner, Director, presiding.
The meeting was called to order at 2:03 p.m. with 36 members present.
A prayer was offered by Craig Liverman and Jim asked the membership to stand and
say the Pledge of Allegiance.
Officer Reports:
Director: Jim talked about riders being responsible for their own safety. Whether it is
watching what other vehicles are doing or not riding beyond your own abilities, it’s all
about looking out for number one. All future rides will be rated for difficulty to give
members the opportunity to evaluate whether a particular ride will be enjoyable, or
stressful because it is above their skill level or just too long.
The Tilley Sunday Bash will be July 19. We need volunteers!!
Charity: MDA Poker Run is June 27. We need helpers and also door prizes. If you can
get any, please let Cindy know.
Tilley’s is selling MDA “Mobiles” if you are interested in buying one. The various
departments are having a contest to see who can sell the most.
Activities: Mark thanked Don Henderson for being an outstanding Head Road Captain.
He reviewed upcoming rides which are listed on the calendar. The dinner ride ending at
Mezzaluna II has been rescheduled to July 9.
5 Million Mile Monday is June 29. This is a national H.O.G. event with the goal of
members riding a combined total of at least 5,000,000 miles that day. We are going to
try to do our part with an informal ride to western North Carolina and possibly into
Tennessee. If you are interested in participating, let Mark Terry know.
Darlene Holmes asked to speak to the group about members going to visit Tommy. She
said he still loves hearing about and talking about motorcycles. He would love to have
visitors from the chapter.
The results of the drawings for prizes were:
Gene Ward won the 50/50 drawing. Ronnie Carver won the birthday gift certificate. Allen
Rhew and Darlene Holmes won door prizes.
The meeting was adjourned at 3:10 and 12 members traveled to Iron Thunder in Hickory
afterwards for some good food.
Riding another bike at 40, people think you look crazy and haven’t grown up.
Riding at Harley at 40, people think you’re young at heart and have style.
Harley riders always have something to talk about at parties.
Sure you can ride other motorcycles to Daytona and Sturgis, but why?
Women riding Harleys look sexy, confident and independent.
Cleaning your Harley becomes an act of love and respect.
Harley riders have a better sex life because they can stay in the saddle longer.
Harley riders are recognized worldwide. Wear a Harley hat or T-shirt anywhere in
the world and someone will walk up to you to and talk to you about your bike.
People can argue endlessly about the technical advantages and ergonomics of other
motorcycles, but when it’s all been said, Harley riders get on their bikes and ride
away with a smile.
Harley riders always have a wrench handy to loan someone.
Harley riders never have to worry about their Harley-riding friends asking to
borrow money.
(50 more reasons in our next 5 newsletters)
Who’s Who at Tilley’s
Rich Pope – Service Writer
Hometown: Hickory, NC
Married with 3 kids: Brook, Drew, Lance
7 years at Tilley’s
Currently rides: ’05 Custom Built Chopper
Been riding since age of 8
Hobbies: Riding Motorcycles
Chris Gaither – Service Manager
Hometown: Hiddenite, NC
Wife: Brenda
2 sons: Preston, Garrett
14 months at Tilley’s
Been in Motor sports Industry for 35 years
Hobbies: Riding Motorcycles, Gardening, Fishing
Highlighted HOG Members
Craig Liverman – HOG Member
Hometown: Franklin, NC
Married to: Jean (for nearly 33 years)
Mechanic for 35 years – motorcycles, small engines and automobiles
Chaplain for 15 years
Been Riding since 1970
Local Chapter member (officially and honorary since 1986)
Memorable trips: Several to DC with Rolling Thunder, Ohio, Tampa (via East coast)
Presently starting a motorcycle ministry: Meeting @ Old Gateways Cinema,
July 17th @ 6:30 pm
Currently owns: ’85 Iron Sportster and ’95 Gold Wing
WHO’S WHO?
Director: Jim Gardner [email protected]
Assistant Director: Dave Grove
[email protected]
Secretary: Patti Grove [email protected]
Head Road Captain & Sgt of Arms: Don Henderson
[email protected]
Chaplin: Craig Liverman [email protected]
Treasurer/Charities Officer/Webmaster :
Cindy Henderson [email protected]
Safety Officer: Donnie Edwards
[email protected]
Activities Directors: Mark & Tommie Terry
[email protected], [email protected]
News Letter Editor: Bree Parker
[email protected]
Safety Director: Donnie Edwards
[email protected]
Check out these Web sites:
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www.statesvillehog.org
www.tilleyhd.com
www.harley-davidson.com
JULY 2009
SUN
MON
TUE
WED
THU
FRI
1
2
SAT
3
4
Independence
Day
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
16
17
18
Dinner Cruise
Ride 6:30pm
12
13
14
15
HOG Chapter
Social 2pm
Linville Falls
Picnic Ride 9
am
19
20
21
22
23
24
26
27
28
29
30
31
25
Tilley’s Bash
AUGUST 2009
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
1
2
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4
5
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7
8
Tentative
VICTORY
JUNCTION Ride
9
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14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
NC State Hog
Rally ……………
…………….Rally
27
28
HOG Chapter
Social 2pm
23/30
24/31
25
26
……………Rally
29
Tidbits
International best-selling author Edward Winterhalder is looking to interview adults
(motorcycle rider or non-motorcycle rider, over 16, under 60, male or female), that were
raised in the home of a biker (male or female) or a member of a motorcycle club when they
were a child, for a new book tentatively called “Biker Kidz: Who’s Your Daddy”.
Edward is particularly interested in hearing about good, happy or sad memories.
This book will answer the following questions:
What was it like as a child to grow up in the home of a biker or a motorcycle club member?
How did kids raised in the home of a biker or a motorcycle club member turn out?
Interviews for the book will be conducted via phone between June 1st and December 31st,
2009, by an academic research team located in the United States.
For more information about Edward Winterhalder, his books (which are sold all over the
world and published in multiple languages) or his television shows, please go to
http://www.blockheadcity.com or look for him on My Space, Google, Face book or the
Face book Group “Fans of Author Edward Winterhalder”.
If you live in North America and are interested in being a part of this project by consenting
to be interviewed, please contact Edward Winterhalder via email c/o
[email protected] and provide the following information:
1. Your name and current age
2. The country, state or province that you currently live in
3. The name and location (state or province) of the motorcycle club that you are familiar
with, if applicable
4. Your relationship to that motorcycle club, if applicable
5. When and how long were you around the motorcycle club, if applicable
6. Your email and phone contact details
Please note that all interviewees will be required to execute a permission release, after
their interview has been turned into story form and approved by the interviewee.
To be interviewed for this project you should apply by submitting answers to the
aforementioned questions to [email protected].
Thank you,
Caroline Haynor
Blockhead City
PO Box 1654
Owasso, OK 74055
918-274-8260 office
918-274-8213 fax
www.blockheadcity.com
Statesville HOG Chapter
Tilley HD Dealership
1226 Morland Drive
Statesville, NC 28677