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WILLIAMSPORT HOGPEN
Volume 11 Issue 7
Williamsport
HOGPEN
July 2014
Williamsport MD Chapter 1544
HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY
IN THIS ISSUE
The Story of the 4th of July
by Bob Corley
The Declaration of
Independence
We celebrate American Independence Day
on the Fourth of July every year. We think of
July 4, 1776, as a day that represents the
Declaration of Independence and the birth of
the United States of America as an
independent nation.
But July 4, 1776 wasn't the day that the
Continental Congress decided to declare
independence (they did that on July 2, 1776).
It wasn’t the day we started the American
Revolution either (that had happened back in
April 1775).
And it wasn't the day Thomas Jefferson
wrote the first draft of the Declaration of
Independence (that was in June 1776). Or the
date on which the Declaration was delivered
to Great Britain (that didn't happen until
November 1776). Or the date it was signed
(that was August 2, 1776).
So what did happen on July 4,
1776?
The Continental Congress approved the final
wording of the Declaration of Independence
on July 4, 1776. They'd been working on it for
a couple of days after the draft was
submitted on July 2nd and finally agreed on
all of the edits and changes.
July 4, 1776, became the date that was
included on the Declaration of
Independence, and the fancy handwritten
copy that was signed in August (the copy
now displayed at the National Archives in
Washington, D.C.) It’s also the date that was
printed on the Dunlap Broadsides, the
original printed copies of the Declaration
that were circulated throughout the new
nation. So when people thought of the
Declaration of Independence, July 4, 1776
was the date they remembered.
In contrast, we celebrate Constitution Day on
September 17th of each year, the anniversary
of the date the Constitution was signed, not
the anniversary of the date it was approved.
If we’d followed this same approach for the
Declaration of Independence we’d being
celebrating Independence Day on August
2nd of each year, the day the Declaration of
Independence was signed!
Cherohala Skyway Overnighter
The Cherohala Skyway / Tail of the Dragon ride is
approaching. Did you make your reservations? Kevin
Stouffer gives you the lowdown.
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H-D of Williamsport Open House
Come out and support our main MDAMRA event.
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WILLIAMSPORT HOGPEN | Issue 7
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From the Director
by Michelle Stouffer
HD of Frederick Bike Night
As I’m short on time to write much of an
article this month, I thought I would just
share some pictures I have from recent HOG
rides. If you haven’t taken the opportunity to
participate in many rides, check out the fun
you’re missing!
Mother’s Day @ Puccini’s
Seneca Rocks
God Bless America Ride
Stoney’s Kingfisher
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Treasurer Tidbits
by Kevin Stouffer
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Thursday July 31 is getting nearer, and if
you haven’t already made your reservations
for the trip to Tennessee there is still time.
The ride to Gatlinburg is about a 7 hours in
the saddle, but we take plenty of short
breaks. We will be leaving the shop at 8:00
AM not 9:00 AM as published in the calendar.
We should arrive at our hotel around 6:00PM.
Once we get there I have two great rides
planned for Friday and Saturday.
The ride on Friday August 1st is a 205 mile
loop back to our hotel which includes the
Cherohala Skyway and The Tail of the
Dragon. This year we will be entering The
Dragon from the North Carolina side. This
will be my third time but my first in this
direction. There’s a great BBQ stand at Deal’s
Gap, the official entrance or exit of the
Dragon depending which direction you’re
heading. It will be the entrance for us this
year. We can fill our bellies before we
navigate the 318 turns over the next 11 miles.
We’ll be back in Gatlinburg in time for dinner
and a fun evening.
On Saturday August 2nd we will travel to the
Johnson City Tennessee Best Western via
The Smokey Mountain Parkway and the Blue
Ridge Parkway. It’s 240 miles of the best
motorcycle roads I’ve ever experienced.
From Johnson City it’s about 5.5 hours in the
saddle back to home on Sunday.
To make your reservations call 800-780-7234
and book two nights, July 31st and August 1st
at The Best Western Crossroads Inn in
Gatlinburg, TN and one night August 2nd at
the Best Western Johnson City, TN. It’s going
to be great!
Welcome New Members
Mark Bagley
Mike Nobile
Dave Hunter
WILLIAMSPORT HOG MEMBERS
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CHAPTER OFFICERS
Director - Michelle Stouffer
[email protected]
301-223-4065
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Upcoming Rides
and Events
Thursday, July 3rd 6:30PM
Asst. Director - Bertie Brady
[email protected]
304-283-2572
Misty Meadows Ice Cream
Secretary - Donna Conway
[email protected]
301-739-3590
Williamsport Open House / River Rat
Poker Run
Treasurer - Kevin Stouffer
[email protected]
301-223-4065
Membership - Bill & Barb Dutton
[email protected]
301-991-5368
Senior Road Captain - Mike Pearson
[email protected]
301-730-1046
Webmaster - Greg Brown
[email protected]
301-331-2688
Assistant Webmaster – Brian Baker
[email protected]
301-331-4813
Safety - Ken Conway
[email protected]
301-739-3590
Merchandise - Michelle Stouffer
[email protected]
301-223-4065
Saturday, July 5th 11AM
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Tuesday, July 8 6:30PM
Maugansville Creamery
Johnnie Pryor
Thursday, July 10th 6:30PM
Misty Ahalt
Rocky Ridge Ice Cream
Cyndi Etzel
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Tuesday, July 15 6:30PM
Desert Rose Sweet Shop formerly Smitty’s
Sunday, July 20th 10:00AM
Larry Gerber
Dave Baker
Monday, July 21st 7PM
50/50 Winner
Chapter Meeting
Larry Beller
Thursday, July 24th 6PM
Mountain Gate
Tuesday, July 29th 6:30PM
Potomac Creamery
Thursday, July 31st 8AM –
Sunday, August 3rd
Cherohala Skyway note new depart time
GET THE LATEST RIDE INFORMATION
Chaplain - Steve McCarty
[email protected]
301-991-4293
General Information:
[email protected]
Mark Henicle
Jean Bonnet / Flight 93 Memorial
Historian – Don Goglio
[email protected]
304-261-8115
Editor - Bob Corley
[email protected]
301-908-4208
June Meeting Gift Card
Winners
July Birthdays
David Cadogan
7/01
Like us on Facebook:
Wanda Stouffer
7/02
https://www.facebook.com/williamsportHOG1544
Robert Colvin
7/07
Check the Williamsport HOG website:
Matt Clark
7/12
http://www.williamsporthog.org
Gale Stouffer
7/20
Frederick Cobb
7/21
Candace Gloyd
7/23
Kathleen Ahalt
7/26
Brenda Palmer
7/26
Ken Conway
7/27
Sherri Tarby
7/29
Jan Sorenson
7/30
Call the HOG Ride Line: 240-347-6186
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See a chapter officer for details
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HOG’s at the
Beach 2014
September 5th – 7th
If you are planning to attend Hogs at the
Beach this year you can call for reservations
at the Francis Scott Key Family Resort at
410-213-0088. The Francis Scott Key has
extended the discounted room rates for us
until May 1 (was March 1). The password
when making reservations is “Towers Family
Reunion”.
Here is the link to the FSK resort:
http://fskfamily.com
HOGS at the Beach vs.
DELMARVA Bike Week
There has been discussion and some
confusion about these two events. That’s
right, TWO distinct events, not two names
for one event.
your decision, Ocean City is not that far
away, it can be a weekend or a day-trip. You
should do your own research to determine
which function is right for you. We hope we
see you at HOGs on the Beach, but either
way, Ride Safe and Have Fun!
HOGs at the Beach
HATB is a joint gathering of members of the
Maryland and Delaware H.O.G. Chapters. It is
a closed, private party at Ocean City,
Maryland, that celebrates the common
interests of our Chapter members and the
end of the summer riding season. The event
has taken place since 1991. It is traditionally
held the weekend after Labor Day. It is a
non-commercial event open only to
members of the Maryland and Delaware
H.O.G. Chapters. It is free, sponsored by our
local Harley-Davidson Dealers. About 300 of
our members participate each year in
festivities currently centered at the Francis
Scott Key Family Resort.
DELMARVA Bike Week
DELMARVA Bike Week is a commercial
event that has taken place since 2001 in early
September in the vicinity of Ocean City,
Maryland. This event is open to all members
of the public. Organizers attract a wide
audience, including all types of bikes and
many vendors selling their wares. They offer
professional entertainment and other
attractions.
The bottom line is that there are two
separate events a week apart in the Ocean
City area. Attend one or both. Regardless of
HATB FAQs
What is it?
It is NOT a commercial event, such as a
National/State H.O.G. Rally, Bike Week, or
Dealer Open House. It is a free private party
held in Ocean City, Maryland. It is a closed
event open exclusively to Maryland and
Delaware H.O.G. Chapter members. This
joint gathering of local H.O.G. Chapter
members allows us to get together at the
end of the summer riding season to celebrate
our common interests.
What does it cost?
Nothing, it’s free. There is no admission
charge to attend, and most expenses are
covered by donations from our sponsoring
Harley-Davidson Dealerships. Your only costs
are gas to ride there, any food not already
provided (see below), and a hotel if you come
down for a night or the entire weekend.
When and where is it?
Dates for this year’s event are September 57, 2014. You can come on Friday or Saturday
for those day’s events, or for the entire
weekend. Our headquarters is the Francis
Scott Key Family Resort in West Ocean City.
Why come?
We always have a lot of events and fun
during this annual weekend. Friday night we
mingle with friends during a free barbeque
chicken dinner, a cornhole tournament, and
an evening social with a DJ. Saturday we
have several new local rides through the back
roads to choose from, a free lunch cookout,
and a field events competition. Saturday
night you have your choice between a social
at the hotel or you can take the free shuttle
into Ocean City.
How does it take place?
It is coordinated by a group representing the
eleven local H.O.G. Chapters. The work is
divided among those Chapters and their
members. If you would like to volunteer and
meet members from other Chapters, please
contact your Chapter Director. Or you can
just come and enjoy the event!
We hope we see you at this year’s HOGs at
the Beach!
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Support Our Members Businesses
DID YOU KNOW?
Members advertise for free in the HOGPEN
Classifieds
DID YOU KNOW?
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For Sale
20" Upper Recurve windshield from clearviewshields.com (orig $170). Used a few years, in good shape. Fits '86-later FLSTC, '90 and later FLSTF,
'06 FLST and '93-'96 FLSTN models with auxiliary lights. (Does not fit FLSTS or FLSTSC models) No brackets. Upper Recurve creates a larger,
quieter pocket and pushes the airflow 1.5" - 2" higher. I loved it and could really tell a difference from the stock windshield. $80
Contact Michelle or Kevin at 301-223-4065
Auxiliary Brake Light / Running Light / Turn Signal Conversion Kit - Flat Lens Style (HD part # 69461-06B).
Fits '96-later Softail® models (except FXS) and '97-'08 Touring models (except FLHX) equipped with
Original Equipment flat lens style turn signals. Also fits '09-later FLHRC, FLHTC, FLHTCU and FLHTK
models. (Does not fit with Narrow Chrome Directional Bar P/N 68611-98.) $30
Contact Michelle or Kevin at 301-223-4065
New universal fit bag with side pockets and Velcro enclosure to go around backrest or sissy bar. Used once.
$30
Contact Michelle or Kevin at 301-223-4065.

Sissy Bar with pad and mounting plate ($170.00 obo); fits 2009 and later Road Kings, FLHT, FLHX FLTRX & FLTR

Chrome Luggage Rack/stealth style ($150.00 obo); fits 2009 and later Road Kings, FLHT, FLHX FLTRX & FLTR (need to use 4-point
docking hardware; these are detachable items)
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Stock Pipes that were taken off of a 2009 road glide ($150.00)
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Stock Mufflers that were taken off of a 2009 road glide ($150.00)
Contact Gale Stouffer @ 301-667-4671/cell or 301-791-0179/home.
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2006 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic Stock Seat: Like new, $100
Contact Randy Louden @ 301-991-4134
DID YOU KNOW?
Classifieds
For Sale
2006 Harley Davidson Heritage Softail Classic FLSTCI Custom Paint Scheme by Harley Custom
Operations. Known as "The Mistress" has a black flake base coat with purple ghost flames on the
tank and fenders. This bike has only 12,000 miles and is a one owner adult driven HOG. In like new
condition the bike runs and drives like new. Tires are in great condition, custom paint is
immaculate and ready for a new owner. 100% serviced using synthetic oil by Harley Davidson in
Williamsport MD where it was purchased new in 2006. This Harley is the full package starting with
the radical paint scheme by Harley Davidson Custom Paint shop, limited edition #22 of 150
painted to the Sceamin Eagle upgrades. (Place 3 times in local bike contest) Specs: Twin 88B, 1450
CC, 3.75 in x 4.00 in 85 ft lbs @ 3000 rpm. 8.9:1 ratio.
Upgrades include:
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Sceramin Eagle Exhaust
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Screamin Eagle EFI Race Tuner
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Upgraded combination speedometer and tachometer
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Security System
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Front Chrome Fork Covers
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Leather Mustang Seat with rider Backrest
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Passenger Backrest
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Chrome Luggage Rack
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Kuryakyn ISO Hand Grips
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Kuryakyn ISO passenger foot pegs
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Kuryakyn Highway pegs with ISO pegs
Purchased price was $23,728 and I added over another $2,000 in add-ons. Asking $18,500 with
trailer or $16,500 for bike only. Reasonable offers entertained.
Contact Randy Louden
301-991-4134
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For Sale
Harley Davidson Motorcycle picnic set & cooler bag, carry or strap on. New/never used. Set includes 2 plates, 2 glasses, 2 forks, 2 knives, 2
spoons, napkins and salt & peppershakers. $ 40
Contact Mike Gellar [email protected] or 240.315.3612
Dowco 50125-00 Iron Rider Main Bag. Full rigid inserts that provide solid support on all sides. Rugged diamond plate back creates a
durable non-slip surface. Form-fitting, water-resistant liners protect gear from the elements and will double as removable bags.
Protective heat-shielded bottoms prevent damage from hot exhaust pipes. Measures 10in.W x 11in.H x 22in.L
Like new - maybe used once. $ 75
Contact Mike Gellar [email protected] or 240.315.3612
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