Gwrra Newsletter - March - gwrra-ny

GWRRA
NE Region
Chapter NY-U
March 2015 Newsletter
Next
Meeting
April 12th
Bellview East Restaurant
Upcoming events
Ride-In
May 15-19,2015 Jamestown, New York
Americade
June 2-6, 2015 Lake George, New Y ork
Reno Rendezvous
June 18-20, 2015 Reno, Nevada,
Bi-State
August 7-9, 2015 New Jersey
Weekend at the Opry
August 29-31, 2015 Nashville, Tennesse
Ride-Out, September 19-21, 2015
Chapter N Lake George, New York
Region B Directors
Tom & Renee Wasluck
NY District
District Directors
Steve & Katy Nutting
518-587-1076
Assistant Distict Directors
Gary & Donna Cork
518-877-4917
Shawn & Dawn Hayes
716-560-6571
District Treasurer
Eileen Guile 518-877-8481
District MEC
Iggy & Lloyda George
845-863-1481
District Educators
John & Pam Van Deusen 315-687-9138
District Trainers
Tim & Eileen Guile 518-877-8481
District Webmaster
Clark & Linda Clemens 315-264-1012
District Newsletter Publisher
Phil & Tammy Coons
845-345-1457
District Public Relations
Linda Waterman
315-224-4144
District Choy Co-ordinators
Iggy & Lloyda George
845-863-1481
District Couple of the Year
Bruce & Doreen Krebs
716-625-8775
NY-U Chapter Team
Chapter Directors - Arlene & Roger Connelly Assistant Directors - Brenda & Mark Peterson
Treasurer - Cindy Woodin
Educator - Cliff Schaal
Member Enhancement - Bill Spoon
Ride Co-Ordinator - Roger Connelly
Newsletter Editor - Maleia Fetters
Sunshine - Betty Mac
The Directors Corner
Good-bye to winter and hello to SPRING – or at least we can hope. Looking out the window
right now does not suggest that is the case. Once we get by St. Patty’s Day, we should be on the
home stretch. Get your bikes ready and let’s go riding!! Roger was trying to set a record for
himself by riding every month of the year. He did make it in December but January and
February it was impossible. We’ll see what March brings.
As many of you may know, I just returned from a 10 day trip to Israel – God’s Holy promise
land. It was totally awesome and no, I did not feel like I was in danger at any time. The sites
were unbelievable. I floated in the Dead Sea, took a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee, got rebaptized in the Jordon River, visited Bethlehem, Jesus’ birth place, road a camel, and spent
three days in Jerusalem walking on the paths that Jesus walked. This was truly a spiritual
experience. However, we didn’t get away from the snow. It actually snowed about 4 inches in
Jerusalem. It totally paralyzed the city. They don’t have snow shovels and absolutely no
snowplows. Everyone except us thought it was grand. I would recommend going to anyone.
Just a reminder that the Western NY Training Day is scheduled for April 4th in Batavia. Please
let me know if you plan to attend. I know this is Easter weekend and I’m not sure what our
plans are as it is Roger’s and, yes, Brenda’s birthday weekend. Can you believe they are the
same age! Sorry Roger, but Brenda looks much younger then you. Are you sure you are the
same age – just kidding. Another event is Americade being held in Lake George from June 2-6.
There are openings to help with booths if anyone is interested.
Now that 2015 is well underway, I would like to get our Chapter involved in some ventures. The
Dash for Cash program is one that we could easily do. Its purpose is to encourage Chapters to
visit each other, to participate in GWRRA programs, and to attend conventions and other
functions within the Region. As we are sponsoring the Ride-in, we will get points for that, we
now have a Chapter Couple of the Year, which we get points for, and we have several members
who attend Wing-Ding and other regional functions. On that note, I would like to ask if anyone
would step up to the plate and be our Dash for Cash point person. I know there are a few out
there that would be really good. Jump on board, I promise it won’t be that much work.
At our monthly meeting, it was decided that we would get new long sleeve shirts so that we could
all wear them at the Ride-In. We are still deciding on a color, we have choices, but I would like
to get them order. Please email me your shirt size. The cost will be approximately $35 a shirt.
A reminder that Tech Day is planned for May 2 at 10 a.m. at Les and Cindy’s garage. Pizza and
beverage will be provided. If you would like to bring a dessert to pass, it would be wonderful.
In order to promote motorcycle awareness month, it was suggested that we set up a table at
Hectors in Falconer for Saturday, May 23. If you would be willing to help with this, please let
me know. It is Memorial Day weekend which may bring business in. I know we will all be
excited over the previous weekend so let’s keep it going.
Cliff will be arranging a Road Captain’s class sometime in April. It would benefit all of us but
particularly the people who will be the lead/tail for our Ride-In. He is suggesting April 25.
Please let him know if you would like to participate.
I have contacted the Post Journal to see if we can get some publicity for our Chapter and,
hopefully, have a reporter at the Ride-In. I have not heard back from them as of this writing.
Registrations are starting to come in for the Ride-In. It is early yet but we are hoping for a good
turn out. Please spread the word. It is my understanding that you do not have to be a member
to attend. Also, please remember that we will be doing a Lottery umbrella and are asking
members to donate 5 or so lottery tickets. Please bring them to our next meeting or get them to
Betty.
Finally, I am proud to announce our Chapter Couple of the Year Bill and Yvonne Spoon.
Shawn and Dawn Hayes, Assistant District Directors, were at the recent meeting to present
them with this award. Unfortunately, Yvonne was in Florida so Bill accepted for both of them.
I believe it was a complete surprise. Bill was very gracious and stated that one person does not
make a Chapter successful. It takes all members to be active and supportive. I know we have a
great Chapter and I know we have even more potential to be the best Chapter in New York
state. We may be small in numbers, but we can still be the best there is to be.
I’m looking forward to our “snowbirds” returning to complete our Chapter.
That’s it for now. Think SPRING!!
Arlene
Shawn & Dawn Hayes
(Assistant District Directors)
Bill & Yvonne (absent) Spoon
(Couple of the Year)
Arlene & Roger Connelly
(Chapter U Directors)
The View From the Road
Roger Connelly - Ride Co-Ordinator
Roger is planning rides for the Ride-In, which are: Lakes of Chautauqua
County -- Ready for a swim? , Give me a Curve, Overlooks of Chautauqua
County - Oh say can you see, and an Amish Tour – A ride back in time.
They all sound wonderful and I’m sure everyone will enjoy them. As
time gets closer, he will be arranging to have the Road Captains and tails
get together, go over the directions, and ride the routes.
He has received a few suggestions for rides for this summer – thank you
Betty!! He can always use more ideas. Spring is right around the corner
and it will be time to ride. Restaurant suggestions for the weekly dinner
rides are welcome.
As Roger is out of town at a workshop, I am pitch hitting for him on this
article; therefore, it is brief. Go over your bikes, charge up the batteries,
and let’s get on the road.
Submitted for Roger
By Chapter Director
Betty Mac would like baskets &
Scratch-off tickets for the ride-in.
Time is short please bring by next meeting
March
Birthdays
Marsha Gaworecki 3/22,
Maleia Fetters 3/22,
Cliff Schaal 3/26
This can end anytime!
So how are you making out this winter? As for me, I have
had enough winter, cold and snow. It has gotten so bad that I
have been spotted in the barn sitting on my wing making
vroom sounds pretending to be heading down the highway. I
guess this sounds childish and it is but it makes me feel better.
I guess it is time to put away my fantasies and get back to
reality.
OK, what needs to be done before my first ride? Tires, yes
the Wing needs new shoes for this summer. Sure the tires on
the bike are still legal with 25% of the tread still on them, but
why push it. You are going to have to replace them soon
anyway. Wheel bearings? Why not, you have the wheels off
anyway. Oil change? Start off the riding season with fresh oil
and a filter. And why not give your bike a wash and wax.
Take the time to inspect your bike in detail.
These are just a few things that I plan on doing before the
snow melts so that my bike is ready to ride.
So how do I handle that first ride? First I take it easy to get
my feel for the bike back. No riders, all by myself. I check out
my gear and make sure it still ok. I don’t want to find out the
hard way. I hope that all of you will do the same and if you
don’t, at least check the air pressure in your tires. If all goes
well we might be riding in six weeks.
Ride Safe
Cliff
Chapter U - Jamestown NY
Cordially invites You to
The NY District’s
RIDE-IN 2015
Gerry Rodeo Grounds, Gerry
May 15th & 16th
Saturday May 16
8:00 a.m. Registration Begins
Coffee & Donuts Provided
Morning Ride 9:30 a.m.
Gerry Rodeo Grounds Rt. 60, Gerry NY
Friday 8:00 - ?
Meet and Greet
Comfort Inn - Rt. 60 - Jamestown
ACCOMMODATIONS
Comfort Inn
Register before
April 15 and receive
a chance to get your
registration $
returned!
2800 N Main Street Extension
Jamestown, NY (716) 664-5920
Conveniently located off
I-86 exit 12 and Rt. 60.
Mention that you are with the
GWRRA Ride-In
Camping available at:
the Gerry Rodeo Grounds and
Top A Rise Campgrounds
NY District
Ride-In 2015
May 15th & 16th
For Ride-In information contact: Roger Connelly - (716)499-6765
email: [email protected]
Friday Night - 8:00 p.m. Meet & Greet at Comfort Inn- Rt. 60- Jamestown
Saturday Events - $25 Pre-registration, after May 1 $30 _______ # attending
Includes: lunch, choice of 2 morning rides and 2 afternoon rides
through beautiful Chautauqua County, and door prizes.
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with the ideals governing this event and agree to hold harmless GWRRA, co-sponsoring organizations, and any
property owners for any loss or injury to self or property in which I/we may become involved by reason of participation
in this event. I/we also agree to assume responsibility for any property which I/we knowingly damage.
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Address: ___________________________________________________
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Chapter U will not release your information to any other party. Email is required to receive a confirmation message.
Pre-registration ends May 1, 2015. Total amount included: $__________________________________
Make checks payable to: GWRRA Chapter NYU
Mail to: Ride-In 2015 c/o Cindy Woodin 893 Wheelock Road, Kennedy, NY 14747
Chapter U Sponsor