March - Chapter P
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March - Chapter P
MARCH 2015 NEWSLETTER From the Directors Table of Contents Chapter Director’s Message 1 2014 Chapter P Team\Rider Ed DON’T SEE ANY RUNNERS ON THIS SLED. BETTER LEAVE IT THE GARAGE A WHILE LONGER! WATCH THE WEATHER—RIDE SAFE 2 Contingency Prizes 3 Birthdays & Anniversaries 3 District Team 3 Rider Education 4-5 Chapter Gatherings 5 Dinner Rides 5 Chapter P Supper Bowl Party 6-8 Chapter Gatherings 9 Dinner Rides 9 Chapter P Valentine Party 10-11 March 2015 Calendar 12 April 2015 Calendar 13 Chapter M Flyer 14 Okla District Convention Flyer 15 Spring Fling Campout Flyer 16 Chapter J Anniversary Flyer 17 Chapter I Flyer 18 Chapter E Anniversary Flyer 19 Chapter X Anniversary Flyer 20 February has come and gone. We have had some beautiful riding weather days and some not so great. We had a great ride to Pawnee and lunch at Click’s. My first visit but, hopefully not the last. The food was really good. Also rode to Springdale to eat at The Market Place. Another fine establishment. On February 1st, Super Bowl Sunday, we enjoyed another wonderful Supper Bowl Party hosted by Dave and Wanda Jones. The snacks were fabulous and plentiful as always. The game didn’t turnout like I thought it would but, the party sure did in a big way!! Thank you Dave and Wanda for your hospitality. Friday the 13th we had a Valentines Party at the Country Cottage in Locust Grove. There was a good turnout of Chapter P members. Everyone enjoyed the buffet. Glenda provided a word puzzle game based on Valentines. There was a contest to see who could unscramble the letters first. Kassie, beat us all, Congratulations. We enjoyed a gift exchange that was much fun for all. Thank you Glenda and Fern for coordinating our Party. Ride Often, Ride Safe, Beth & Larry www.gwrra-okp.org Monthly Gathering - 2nd Monday - 7:00 p.m. (Come early if you want to eat) Cotton Eyed Joe’s Barbecue - 715 Morentz, Claremore, Oklahoma OKLAHOMA CHAPTER P TEAM www.gwrra-okp.org Chapter Director: Assistant Director: Treasurer: Rider Ed: MEC: Motorist Awareness: Chapter Couple CHOY Coordinator: Ride Coordinator: Hospitality: Contingency Prizes: Scrapbook Coordinator: Dinner Rider Coordinator: Photographer: Special Events: Webmaster: Newsletter Editor: Beth & Larry Jensen Open Dave & Wanda Jones Larry & Beth Jensen Open Open Open Open Open Beth & Larry Jensen Karen Boyd Open Fern & Cliff Smith Dave & Cheryl Ward Glenda & Wayne Sappington Jeff & Sharalee Savage Larry & Beth Jensen (918) 835-8859 [email protected] (918) 645-3859 [email protected] [email protected] (918)835-8859 [email protected] [email protected] (918) 373-0512 (918) 476-6609 cliffernsmith@gmailcom [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] (918)645-3859 A.September Eleventh by Roger Robicheau We shall never forget that grave day Nor the lives which were taken away So closely we stood, so much to bear September Eleventh stays so clear Forever changed, our will must endure Keeping freedom strong within our shore The bridge of time holds so much to view Some visions hold heartache, all too true Those faced with great loss, so understand The ultimate cost of our free land God help each one as they meet each day Your prayers could send your love their way Remember the brave who march for all Completely committed to meet each call As each year passes before our eyes Our way must sustain, no compromise Emotions do make us what we are September Eleventh – Stays Never Far. 2 CONTENGENCY PRIZES Thank you to the following for providing Contingency Prizes for the Chapter P February 2015 Gathering : Larry & Beth Jensen Contingency Prize Volunteers for the Chapter P March 2015 Gathering are: Karen Boyd Contingency Prize Volunteers for the Chapter P April 2015 Gathering will be: The Staff requests a limit of 3 Contingency Prizes - more to spend on individual prizes and reduce Gathering Time requirements. Thank you for volunteering for 2015 March 8, Marty Pope March 15, Joyce Jackson March 17, Jerry Jackson March 18, Ruby Ehrhardt March 30, Mark Koppa March 17, Jerry & Vicky Burk March 20, Ken & Gretchen Diedrich March 22, Bob & Kassie Brennan March 27, Chris & Liz Nicholas Oklahoma District Staff www.gwrraokla.org District Director Johnie & Gina Fredman 580-704-8290 [email protected] District Educators Max & Mary Rowlett 580-536-0982 [email protected] District Trainer 405-747-4618 John & Shawn Irons [email protected] Assistant District Directors Kenny & Sherry Graham [email protected] District Treasurer Jeannie Smith 918/357-2930 [email protected] Newsletter Editor Linda Frazier [email protected] Membership Enhancement Coordinators Susan Carter & Bill Miller 495-227-8675 [email protected] Motorist Awareness Program Coordinator Kay Smith [email protected] 405-201-3601 Webmaster\Convention Vendor Coordinator Robert McClure 504-550-9144 [email protected] Camping Coordinator Bill Shenberger 918-650-9471 [email protected] District Couple of the Year 2014-2015 Steve & Carolyn Cotton [email protected] Assistant District Educators 918-616-8862 Bill & Debbie Rhoades [email protected] 3 NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION Here are some statistics from the NHTSA concerning motorcyclists. Some sobering facts concerning the rates for accidents, injury and fatalities for motorcyclists compared to other motor vehicles. I noted that the accident rate for the 40+ age group is highest. I suspect that there are many in this age group that may have written when younger, didn’t participate while raising a family and then resumed riding without first taking a riding course to brush up there unused skills. In 2012, 4,957 motorcyclists were killed in motor vehicle traffic crashes—an increase of 7 percent from the 4,630 motorcyclists killed in 2011. There were 93,000 motorcyclists injured during 2012, a 15-percent increase from 81,000 in 2011. In 2012, motorcyclists accounted for 15 percent of all traffic fatalities, 18 percent of all occupant (driver and passenger) fatalities, and 4 percent of all occupants injured. Of the 4,957 motorcyclists killed in traffic crashes, 93 percent (4,625) were riders and 7 percent (332) were passengers. Motorcycles made up 3 percent of all registered vehicles in the United States in 2012 and accounted for only 0.7 percent of all vehicle miles traveled. Per vehicle mile traveled in 2012, motorcyclists were more than 26 times likely than passenger car occupants to die in motor vehicle traffic crashes and 5 times more likely to be injured (Table 2). Per registered vehicle, the fatality rate for motorcyclists in 2012 was 6 times the fatality rate for passenger car occupants. The injury rate for motorcyclists was about the same as the injury rate for passenger car occupants. In 2012, motorcyclists accounted for 15 percent of all traffic fatalities, 18 percent of all occupant (driver and passenger) fatalities, and 4 percent of all occupants injured. Of the 4,957 motorcyclists killed in traffic crashes, 93 percent (4,625) were riders and 7 percent (332) were passengers. Motorcycles made up 3 percent of all registered vehicles in the United States in 2012 and accounted for only 0.7 percent of all vehicle miles traveled. Per vehicle mile traveled in 2012, motorcyclists were more than 26 times likely than passenger car occupants to die in motor vehicle traffic crashes and 5 times more likely to be injured (Table 2). Per registered vehicle, the fatality rate for motorcyclists in 2012 was 6 times the fatality rate for passenger car occupants. The injury rate for motorcyclists was about the same as the injury rate for passenger car occupants. In 2012, motorcyclists accounted for 15 percent of all traffic fatalities, 18 percent of all occupant (driver and passenger) fatalities, and 4 percent of all occupants injured. Of the 4,957 motorcyclists killed in traffic crashes, 93 percent (4,625) were riders and 7 percent (332) were passengers. Motorcycles made up 3 percent of all registered vehicles in the United States in 2012 and accounted for only 0.7 percent of all vehicle miles traveled. Per vehicle mile traveled in 2012, motorcyclists were more than 26 times likely than passenger car occupants to die in motor vehicle traffic crashes and 5 times more likely to be injured (Table 2). Per registered vehicle, the fatality rate for motorcyclists in 2012 was 6 times the fatality rate for passenger car occupants. The rate for motorcyclists was about the same as the injury rate for passenger car occupants. In 2012, 2,624 of all motorcycles (52%) involved in fatal crashes collided with another type of motor vehicle in transport. In two-vehicle crashes, 75 percent of the motorcycles involved in motor vehicle traffic crashes collided with the vehicles in the front of them. Only 7 percent were struck in the rear. Motorcycles are more likely to be involved in fatal collisions with fixed objects than are other vehicles. In 2012, 22 percent of the motorcycles involved in fatal crashes collided with fixed objects, compared to 18 percent for passenger cars, 14 percent for light trucks, and 4 percent for large trucks. In 2012, there were 2,317 two-vehicle fatal crashes involving a motorcycle and another type of vehicle. In 41 percent (953) of these crashes, the other vehicles were turning left while the motorcycles were going straight, passing, or overtaking other vehicles. Both vehicles were going straight in 524 crashes (23%). 4 Motorcyclist Fatalities in Motor Vehicle Traffic Crashes, by Age, Year, and Day of the Week, 2003 and 2012 Age Weekday (6 a.m. Monday to 5:59 p.m. Weekend (6 p.m. Friday to 5:59 a.m. Friday) Monday) Number 2003 Percent Number TOTAL Percent Number Percent <30 586 50 587 50 1,179 100 30–39 367 44 470 56 839 100 40+ 802 47 882 52 1,694 100 1,755 47 1,941 52 3,714 100 Total* 2012 <30 716 56 564 44 1,283 100 30–39 472 52 430 47 906 100 40+ 1,422 51 1,340 48 2,767 100 Total* 2,610 53 2,335 47 4,957 100 From 2003 to 2012, motorcyclist fatalities increased by 33 percent (Table 3). Among those increases, the 40-and-older age group made up 46 percent of motorcyclists killed in 2003 as compared to 56 percent in 2012. Within the 40 and older age group, fatalities increased by 63 percent over a 10-year period. In 2003, the average age of motorcycle riders killed in motor vehicle traffic crashes was 38 whereas in 2012 the average age was 43. Forty-five percent of motorcycle riders were killed in motor vehicle traffic crashes while riding motorcycles with engine sizes of 1,001 cubic centimeters (cc) or higher in 2012, a 45-percent increase in fatalities from 2003 to 2012. Rider fatalities on motorcycles with engine sizes of 1,000 cc or less showed an increase of 22 percent during the same time period. NHTSA estimates that helmets saved the lives of 1,699 motorcyclists in 2012. If all motorcyclists had worn helmets, an estimated 781 lives could have been saved. Helmets are estimated to be 37-percent effective in preventing fatal injuries to motorcycle riders and 41 percent for motorcycle passengers. In other words, for every 100 motorcycle riders killed in crashes while not wearing helmets, 37 of them could have been saved had all 100 worn helmets. According to NHTSA’s National Occupant Protection Use Survey, a nationally representative observational survey of motorcycle helmet, seat belt, and child safety seat use, use of DOT-compliant helmets in 2012 stood at 60 percent, a decrease from 66 percent in 2011. Reported helmet use rates for fatally injured motorcyclists in 2012 were 59 percent for riders and 48 percent for passengers, compared with 60 percent and 49 percent, respectively, in 2011. Conversely, 42 percent of the 4,957 motorcyclists killed in motor vehicle traffic crashes were not helmeted. All motorcycle helmets sold in the United States are required to meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 218, the performance standard which establishes the minimum level of protection for helmets designed for use by motorcyclists. In States without universal helmet laws, 62 percent of motorcyclists killed in 2012 were not wearing helmets, as compared to 9 percent in States with universal helmet laws. Interesting statistic! I left out the statistic about alcohol related accidents because, I know there are very few GWRRA members that drink and ride. We wait until the ride is finished. Gear up, ride alert, ride safe and enjoy a great sport. 5 SUPPER BOWL PARTY Chapter P members enjoyed a great Supper Bowl Party at the Jones on Supper Bowl Sunday. Everyone brought snack foods to share. There was lots of great food to enjoy as we watched the game. Luckily no one called the Law because we were making too much noise. Everyone had a great time except the Sea Hawks. Thank you Dave and Wanda for hosting the party for the second year. Looking forward to next Dave, Mayumi, Frank, Wayne, Rick and Cliff at the Official's Table. Making sure the Ref’s don’t make too many mistakes! All eyes on the game. Well, maybe a few on the food. That doesn’t look like a Pro-Line Backer??? The kitchen island was piled high with a great variety of health foods? Piled high anyway!!! A little boy went up to his father and asked: 'Dad, where did my intelligence come from?' The father replied. 'Well, son, you must have got it from your mother, cause I still have mine.' 6 Dena, new baby and Grandma Wanda. Three generations. Picture perfect!!! 7 Enjoying the feast. Bob and Rick don’t want to venture too far from the goodies. Watch out. When these two get together, someone is in for it More food and more food!!!!! Everyone intently watching the Sea Hawks give the game away!!!! 8 Oklahoma Chapter Gatherings OK B Shawnee Oklahoma Golden Corral - 2513 N. Harrison 4th Tuesday Eat at 6:00 PM Meeting at 7:00 PM OK L Lawton Oklahoma Golden Corral Steak House - 2632 NW Cache Rd. 1st Monday Eat at 6:30 PM Meeting at 7:30 PM OK E Broken Arrow/Tulsa Oklahoma Golden Corral - 8144 E. 21st, Tulsa 2nd Tuesday Eat at 6:00 PM Meeting at 7:00 PM OK M Muskogee Oklahoma Cowboy’s Bar-B –Q, 401 North York 2nd Thursday Eat at 6:30 PM Meeting at 7:00 PM Blessing at 6:55 PM OK G Bartlesville Oklahoma Montana Mike's - 3825 SE Adams 1st Tuesday Eat at 6:00 PM Meeting at 7:00 PM OK N Norman Oklahoma Libby's Restaurant - 111 E. Center Lane, Goldsby, OK 3rd Tuesday Eat at 6:30 PM Meeting at 7:30 PM OK I Bixby Oklahoma East China Buffet, 131st & Memorial, Bixby 4th Monday Eat at 6:00 PM Meeting at 7:00 PM OK P Claremore Oklahoma Cotton Eyed Joes - 715 Morentz 2nd Monday Eat at 6:00 PM Meeting at 7:00 PM OK J EDMOND/GUTHRIE/OKC Oklahoma Johnnies Charcoal Broiler - 33 E. 33rd, Edmond 3rd Thursday Eat at 6:30 PM Meeting at 7:30 PM OK W Mustang Oklahoma Gatti Town, 5833 NW Expressway, OKC 2nd Tuesday Eat at 6:00 PM Meeting at 7:00 PM OK K Ponca City Oklahoma Pizza Hut - N. 14th (hwy77) 2nd Thursday Eat at 6:00 PM Meeting at 7:00 PM OK X Stillwater Oklahoma Sirloin Stockade - 208 N. Perkins Rd. 2nd Saturday Eat at 8:00 AM Meeting at 9:00AM Leave Atwood's Claremore 6:30 P.M. CHAPTER P DINNER RIDES Dinner Rides COME JOIN US Show me da Food!!! March 6-Mi Granja, Choteau March 13-Buddies Grill, Claremorre March 20-McAlester’s, Owasso March 26-IHOP, Catoosa April 3—Catfish Hole, Coweta April 10—69 Diner, Adair April 17—JL Bar B Que, Pryor April 24 — El Banquet, Claremore 9 CHAPTER P VALENTINE PARTY On Friday, February 13, Chapter P celebrated our Annual Valentines Party. Friday the 13th, an ominous day for Romance?? We met for a finger licken good meal at the Country Cottage in Locust Grove. Everyone stuffed on fried chicken, chicken-fried steak and all the trimmings and a mound of deserts. Glenda provided a word puzzle game for valentines. Un-scramble the letters to spell a valentines phrase. Kassie was done before I got a good start. Can’t compete with school teachers when it comes to word-smithing. We exchanged gifts through a drawing that was lots of fun. Lots of good gifts. Everyone had a good time and we’re looking forward to a repeat next year. Than you Glenda and Fern for coordinating another memorable event. VALENTINES DINNING AT COUNTRY COTTAGE 10 WORD PLAY When chemists die, the barium. Jokes about German sausage are the wurst. I know a guy who’s addicted to brake fluid. He can stop any time. How does Moses make tea? Hebrews it. Broken pencils are pointless. Velcro, what a ripoff! Courtesy of Anna May 11 MARCH 2015 Sun Sun 1 1 Chapter E Anniversary Mon Mon 2 2 L Tue Tue 3 3 G Wed Wed 4 4 Thu Thu 5 5 Fri Fri 6 6 Sat Sat 7 7 Dinner Ride Mi Granja Choteau Leave from Atwood 6:30PM 8 8 15 15 10 E, W 99 10 Chapter P Gathering Cotton Eyed Joe’s Claremore 11 11 16 16 18 18 17 N 17 12 K, M 12 13 13 Dinner Ride 14 X 14 Buddies Grill, Claremorre Leave from Atwood 6:30PM 19 J 19 20 Dinner Ride 20 21 21 McAlester’s Owasso Leave from Atwood 6:30PM 22 22 23 I 23 24 B 24 25 25 26 26 27 Dinner Ride 27 IHOP Catoosa Leave from Atwood 6:30PM 29 30 31 12 28 28 APRIL Sun Mon Tue Wed 1 Thu 2 Fri 3 Sat 4 Dinner Ride Catfish Hole, Coweta Leave from Atwood 6:30PM 5 6 L 7 G 8 9 K, M 10 Dinner Ride 69 Diner Adair Leave from Atwood 6:30PM 11 X Spring Campout Sulphur, Okla SPRING 12 13 Chapter P Gathering Cotton Eyed Joe’s Claremore 14 19 20 21 N 22 23 26 27 28 B 29 30 I E, W 15 16 J 17 18 Region H Rally Region H Region H Rally Dinner Ride Rally, Marshall, TX Marshall, TX JL B B Q, “Catch the Pryor “H” Leave from Train Atwood 6:30PM 13 24 25 Chapter I Anniversary, Bixby, OK “Disney 14 15 16 17 MICKEY WANTS TO EAT SOME CAKE, MINNIE WANTS TO PLAY. THEY KNOW IT’S TIME TO CELEBRATE, CHAPTER I’S 3RD ANNIVERSARY. JOIN US AS YOUR FAVORITE DISNEY CHARACTER TO PLAY, THOSE FUN GAMES WE REMEMBER FROM OUR GOOD OLD …. “DISNEY DAYS” SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2015 1:00 - 4:00 P.M. BIXBY COMMUNITY CENTER 211 N. CABANISS AVENUE BIXBY, OK CHAPTER E 23rd Anniversary The Torches are Lit, The Theme is Set……. We’re Having a Luau You’ll Never Forget! Sunday, March 1, 2015 2:00 pm—4:00 pm Food, Games, Prizes & Tiki-rific Fun! Grab your Lei’d Back Tropical Tourist Clothes and Join Us! 11970 S Elm, Jenks, OK St. James Presbyterian Church 19