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GWRRA

January 2014

New Albany Wings

CHAPTER

B

Monthly gathering

ROOSTERS

Eat at 5:30PM Meet at 6:30PM

1601 Greentree Blvd. Clarksville, Indiana 47129 812-590-3391

Friends for fun, safety and knowledge

January 2014

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WORDS OF WISDOM FROM “B” KEEPERs,

CHAPTER DIRECTORs JERRY & Ruth BROWN

Assistant chapter Directors Bob & Lora Morrison

Greetings;

Hello everyone!

We would like to thank everyone for tolerating the mix up at our gathering place the last meeting. Things worked out, just had to turn up our hearing aids.

The beginning of each new year allows us a chance to make new resolutions and in a way—begin again. We think of the first of the year as a time to make changes. Well, I don’t know about you, but every time I make a resolution I break it before the end of January. So what’s the point? I don’t have one except to say I haven’t made any this year. Instead I have made a plan. We shall see if I get any further with that!

I hope everyone took time to welcome our newest members, Eugene and Mary Ballew. We, as a chapter, must be doing something right, because we keep recruiting member. Keep up the good work! Cold, cold, cold! Will it ever be warm again? We are ready for the eighties. Hopefully, riding time will be here soon. Maybe, Punxsutawney Phil will help us out next month. Don’t forget our Super Bowl party coming up February 2nd at the Morrison’s. Also, the Winter Rendezvous February 14-15. This would be a great Valentine weekend getaway! Hope to see everyone there. Please help me Congratulate our newest Couple of the Year, Mark and Joan Mullineaux. We know they will represent our chapter well. Ron and Tad have also been sworn in as our newest Treasures. Thank you! Remember to check our blog chapterb.com for all upcoming rides and events. We will soon be able to keep our knees in the breeze!

Your CDs,



Ruthie and Jerry

We were both able to make the New Year’s Day Ride. It was cool, but not too bad. We kept the ride short and of course ate at Cracker Barrel. The theme of this year’s Winter Rendezvous is “Favorite Holiday” so we went Red, White & Blue. No, it’s not the Fourth of July. That’s what we first intended, but as we discussed costumes and such it became Veteran’s Day. The men are wearing camo and the ladies are dressing in military associated outfits. You can still come with us. It’s going to be a wonderful weekend and a fun way to spend Valentine’s Day as well. The centerpiece for the Chapter B table is done and turned out pretty good. Maybe we have a chance to win a few awards! We are looking forward to warmer weather and fun rides. Join us at the gathering on February 9th. Be safe!

Bob and Lora

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WORDS OF WISDOM MECs

Mark & Joan Mullineaux SUNRISE 2014 Those who know me know that sunrise is not my favorite time of the day. Not that I have anything against it, but it is not something I have a real relationship with. Metaphorically speaking though it is a time of great promise, as we watch the leading rays of sunlight brighten the dark morning sky. This is the time of the year where the glimmer of activities allude to much brighter things to come in the year ahead. Rides and events are lain out in front of us, and it is up to us to pick and choose those we will participate in. I am really excited by the prospects of the coming year. I want to do it all. I am also excited by the growth of our chapter. Joan and I have visited many chapters both large and small. We have found that the chapters we think most fondly of tend to be large chapters, but the size of the chapter does not matter as much as the level of involvement of the members in that chapter. Chapters are what you put into them. CD’s are great! I have the utmost respect for someone willing to stand up in front of the group and try to hold things together. The work and the issues they deal with are not visible to the membership at- large. From the membership’s point of view, I have seen chapters where everyone gathers in a large room and after a meal, the CD stands up and reads from his carefully prepared notes to outline his vision of where the chapter should be going. I

have also seen chapters where the CD stands up but he is more of a ring leader for all of the ideas presented by the membership. Some of the presentations are informative and educational. Some are pretty off of the wall, even zany. There have even been monthly awarding of prizes that run the gamut from serious, too far from serious. (Ex: “biggest whiner”). What I want to say is that the chapter is what you put into it. The CD has his core officers for his support but there are no limits to the posts that can be assigned. Some possible ideas are Secretary, Welcome Committee, Activity Coordinator, Ride Coordinator, Phone Tree Coordinator, Technical Coordinator, Special Events Coordinator, Funshine person, Recognition and Special Awards Coordinator, Fund Raising, Coordinator, and Chapter Historian. The chapter is what we make it and with member involvement we can make it something special.

Ride Coordinators Ron & Tad Bohnert It is still a little too cold to be out ridding, along with too much snow. So it would be a good time to think about where would be a good place to ride when it does warm up. If you come up with an idea let me know. There are still lots of days open for a ride. Saturday is not the only day made for riding. Check out our web page for upcoming rides this year so you can join in on as many rides as you can. Tad and I would also like to say “Thank You” for all those that help make our Christmas Party fun by bringing the auction items and cookies.

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January Buzz January 12, 2014 • Welcome Everyone • Pledge of Allegiance • Introduction of Guests o Eugene & Mary Ballew • Past Events o Christmas Party 2013 – Thank you to Ron for being our auctioneer again. A HUGE thank you to Tad for securing the location and making all arrangements o Planning Meeting for 2014 – Thank you to Glenn and Lavinia for hosting a productive and enjoyable event. • Upcoming Events & Events for Chapter B, Region D, Indiana District and others were reviewed. o Please see listing • Past Chapter B Rides o New Year’s Day – There were three bikes, two trikes and two cars who rode from New Albany to Corydon’s Cracker Barrel. The temperature started out at 33 degrees and increased to 45 degrees for the trip home. o Ronald McDonald House followed by the Angel Tree purchase of 25 angels and followed by Wick’s Pizza. • Upcoming Chapter B Rides o No rides planned for the remainder of January or February. If you decide to go on a last minute ride and would like company, post on the

blog or make some calls. o Any suggestions for rides? Let Ron, Jerry or Bob know and they will see it gets planned. o Please see listing • Upcoming Chapter B, Regional and National Events o Wing Ding 2014 is July 2 – July 5. See listing for additional information o August 29-31 Weekend at the Opry, Grand Opry Hotel. This is over Labor Day weekend will be a serve as a gauge for the 2015 Wing Ding’s date change to over Labor Day. o Please see listing for complete list o Also see Indiana GWRRA web site and National web sites o Maintenance Day needs to be set. Please bring dates to next meeting. Also, if you would like to be the hosting site, let us know then too. • Other Information o Superbowl Party at Bob & Lora Morrison’s house. See listing for details o Squares are being sold for $1.00 each. If any squares are not sold tonight, you may purchase them on the night of the bowl. o Bob & Lora will donate half of the pool to Chapter B as they have

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Buzz Continued done in the past. • Traveling Plaques o District Plaque is with Chapter T o Regional Plaque is with Chapter U of Angola • Chapter of the Year – Chapter A2 “The Purple People” • Congratulations and Thank You o Ron & Tad agreed to be our new Treasurers as of January 1, 2014. o Teresa has served as our Treasurer for many years, but has stepped down. Thank you Teresa for your service. o Financial papers have been signed by the new Treasurer, Ron, and new ACD, Bob o Ron & Tad read their position statement • 2014 Chapter B COY o Jerry poled five members of Chapter B on the selection of our new COY with unanimous result o Mark & Joan Mullineaux were announced as Chapter B’s 2014 COY • Lester gave Safety Talk • Mark spoke on Winter Rendezvous, statewide contests. Asked for three volunteers to assist in record keeping • New Business o New Chapter shirt orders will be collected at the February Chapter

gathering. See Tad Bohnert for forms. Money must be turned in with order. Checks can be made out to GWRRA Chapter B. Remember to add money if you would like to have your name and/or position added to your shirt. o Please remain after gathering if going to Winter Rendezvous to discuss theme and decorations.  It was decided that men would be wearing fatigues  Theme is Fourth of July/Veterans Day  Attendees will meet at Tad’s for additional planning and creating on January 26, Sunday. Bring ideas, costumes, patterns, etc. o Update on Greg o Biker Bucks – informed Chapter that the current Biker Bucks would only be good through this year and must be used at the 2014 Christmas Party Auction. This is to enable all new members a “fighting chance” to obtain the highest bid. If there are any questions or concerns over this change, please speak with Lora. • Birthdays and Anniversaries were announced. The Challenge game winner was announced.

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Announcements Changes are a-comin’

CHAPTER B BIKER BUCKS Name: _____________________________________________________________________ Date: _____/_____/_____

CHAPTER B EVENTS Attended Chapter Meeting Attended Chapter Meeting Wearing Chapter Shirt (with 10” medallion) &/or Vest Monthly Jar Game Winner month of ____________ Participated in a Chapter Ride Wore Chapter Logo on Chapter Ride Submitted Photos or Article to the Chapter Scrapbook, Website and/or Newsletter Planned a Chapter Ride (counts AFTER ride’s completion)

PAYS $10.00 $ 5.00 $ 5.00 $ 5.00 $ 5.00 $10.00 $20.00

NO. DUE

AMT DUE $ $ $ $ $ $ $

Health Update

Greg is looking well even with his 35 pound weight loss, Jim says. “You wouldn’t know he was sick to look at him.” Jim adds that Greg is weak and needs to rest often. But overall Greg is doing better than expected and we are all very happy to hear that. Keep going Greg! We are all here for you! Hope to see you and Mary Ellen soon!

The biker bucks you currently have, and the ones you will earn in 2014 will be very valuable at the 2014 Christmas Party Auction. Beginning January 2015, however, you will see a change in the currency--different color, appearance, something to make them stand apart. The Biker Bucks we have been using will be void after the 2014 party. Why, you may ask? Well, it is believed that many new members and guests may be discouraged from participate in our monthly Biker Bucks activities and in our party and auction at year’s end because they have not been with us long enough to have earned many Biker Bucks. Since many have been saving their bucks from years past, this puts our newbies at an ever bigger disadvantage. This is just a friendly way to even the playing field. So make sure you find all the current Biker Bucks and have them ready for this December. Use them or lose them!

Chapter shirt orders Tad will be collecting order forms and money for Chapter shirts at February’s gathering. She must have all orders pre-paid at that time. Remember that you may personalize your shirts if you choose. Please fill out a separate order form for each person. Also make sure to add the small additional charge for the personalization per item. PRINT CLEARLY! If you have any questions, please contact Tad Bohnert.

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New ADD’s for Southeast Indiana



Our Very Own!

Please join me in congratulating Jerry and Ruthie Brown in their new endeavor as District Assistant Directors. They still remain our Chapter CD’s, but have added the responsibilities of overseeing the Chapters of Southeast Indiana. Their first District event is just around the corner in February with the Winter Rendezvous in Indianapolis.

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2014 coy Chapter B

2014 COY

Mark & Joan Mullineaux

Joan & Mark Mullineaux We were surprised and honored to be named IN-B’s 2014 Couple of the Year. We look forward to representing the Chapter at District events and hope to visit other Indiana Chapters this year. We plan to learn everything we can about the District Couple of the Year competition and go through it for the fun and experience and also to be able to help guide next year’s couple in the process if they choose to “go for it.” Our first official outing will be at Winter Rendezvous. We can’t wait to meet the other 2014 Couples of the Year. Mark and Joan Mullineaux

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New Treasurer

Ron & Tad Bohnert Ron & Tad Bohnert officially became Chapter B’s new Treasurer as of January 1, 2014. They read their Oath at the Chapter Gathering held on January 12. Both Tad and Ron have contributed to the Chapter in many positions over the years. Currently, Ron acts as chapter ride coordinator and maintains the blog. Tad takes care of organizing major chapter events such as the progressive dinner and Christmas party. She also handles Chapter shirt orders and is the one to see for chapter bars and patches. Please congratulate both on their new titles!

Page 10 DATE OF RIDE

EVENT

RIDES & FUNCTIONS

DESTINATION

MEETING PLACE

MEETING TIME

January 2014

ADDITIONAL INFO

COORD

2014 January 18

University Train- 2729 E 38th Street ing Program Anderson, IN 46013

N/A

N/A

Maple Grove Church of God

IN District

January 25

Horizons Training

N/A

N/A

Maple Grove Church of God

IN District

January 26

Chapter D2 Chili 1346 S Randolph Cook-off Garrett, IN

N/A

N/A

Celebration Hall

IN-D2

February 2

Super Bowl

14077 Hayes Ct

4:00 PM

Bring covered dish and beverage of choice. 12oz sodas, coffee provided. $10 exchange gift

Bob Morrison

N/A

N/A

Deer Creek Lodge

OH District

1601 Greentree Blvd

5:30 PM eat

Remember to fill out your biker bucks sheet or have info with you. Forms available on Web or at mtg.

Jerry Brown

2729 E 38th Street Anderson, IN 46013

Morrison’s House

12:00 – 3:00 pm

Palmyra IN 47164 February 7-9

OH District Cabin Fever

Mt. Sterling, OH

February 9

Chapter Gather- Roosters in Clarksing ville

Clarksville IN 47129 TBA

Maintenance Day

February 14-16 Winter Rendezvous

2544 Executive Dr

6:30 PM meet

TBA

TBA

Bring covered dish, chairs, bike parts and tools. Experienced mechanics available to assist.

TBA

TBA

Wyndham Hotel. Make sure to tell them you are with GWRRA

Indianapolis, IN

IN District

Theme “Favorite Holiday”

February 28March 2

Michigan Wing- Bay City, MI less Weekend

N/A

N/A

Bay Valley Resort

OH District

March 9

Chapter Gather- Roosters in Clarksing ville

1601 Greentree Blvd

5:30 PM eat

Remember to fill out your biker bucks sheet or have info with you. Forms available on Web or at mtg.

Jerry Brown

Remember to fill out your biker bucks sheet or have info with you. Forms available on Web or at mtg.

Jerry Brown

Clarksville IN 47129 April 13

Chapter Gather- Roosters in Clarksing ville

1601 Greentree Blvd Clarksville IN 47129

6:30 PM meet

5:30 PM eat 6:30 PM meet

April 24-25

TN Spring Fling

TBA

TBA

May 3

Card Ride

Thornton’s

11:00 AM

Jerry Brown

State Street New Albany IN May 11

Chapter Gather- Roosters in Clarksing ville

1601 Greentree Blvd Clarksville IN 47129

May 18

Discovery Center

Thornton’s State Street New Albany IN

5:30 PM eat 6:30 PM meet

2:00 PM

Remember to fill out your biker bucks sheet or have info with you. Forms available on Web or at mtg.

Jerry Brown

January 2014

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DATE OF RIDE

EVENT

RIDES & FUNCTIONS

DESTINATION

MEETING PLACE

MEETING TIME

ADDITIONAL INFO

COORD

2014 May 29 – June 1

Spring Wing Warmup

5700 W Airport Rd

June 8

Chapter Gather- Roosters in Clarksing ville

TBA

TBA

Monroe County Fairgrounds

IN District

1601 Greentree Blvd

5:30 PM eat

Jerry Brown

6:30 PM meet

Remember to fill out your biker bucks sheet or have info with you. Forms available on Web or at mtg.

N/A

N/A

Greene County Fairgrounds

OH District

Thornton’s

2:00 PM

Bloomington, IN

Clarksville IN 47129 June 12-14

Buckeye Rally & Convention

June 15

Mike Linigs

Xenia, OH

State Street New Albany IN June 28

Garden of the Gods

S. Illinois

TBA

TBA

One day ride

July 2-5

Wing Ding 36

Madison, WI

TBA

TBA

Annual Event

National Event

July 13

Chapter Gather- Roosters in Clarksing ville

1601 Greentree Blvd

5:30 PM eat

Remember to fill out your biker bucks sheet or have info with you. Forms available on Web or at mtg.

Jerry Brown

Clarksville IN 47129 July 26

Big Mike’s Lighthouse

July 31 – August 2

MI District Rally/

6:30 PM meet

TBA

TBA

Midland, MI

N/A

N/A

Columbus

Thornton’s

11:00 AM

Downtown 1920’s Soda bar

Remember to fill out your biker bucks sheet or have info with you. Forms available on Web or at mtg.

MI District

Convention August 2

Zaharrico

State Street New Albany IN August 10

Chapter Gather- Roosters in Clarksing ville

1601 Greentree Blvd Clarksville IN 47129

5:30 PM eat

August 23-24

Lamberts

Sikeston, MO

TBA

TBA

Restaurant “Home of the Thrown Rolls”

August 29-31

GWRRA Weekend at the Opry

Nashville, TN

TBA

TBA

Opryland Hotel

National Event

August 30

Card Ride

?????

Save-A-Step

10:00 AM

Noble County Fairgrounds

Region D

6:30 PM meet

Jerry Brown

Palmyra, IN September 11-13

Region D Rally

September 13

Grants Farm

TBA

TBA

September 14

Chapter Gather- Roosters in Clarksing ville

1601 Greentree Blvd Clarksville IN 47129

5:30 PM eat 6:30 PM meet

Remember to fill out your biker bucks sheet or have info with you. Forms available on Web or at mtg.

Mike Linigs

TBA

TBA

Seafood Restaurant

September 27

Kendallville, IN

580 Fair Street

Off US-6E Glenn Jerry Brown

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EVENT

RIDES & FUNCTIONS

DESTINATION

MEETING PLACE

MEETING TIME

January 2014

ADDITIONAL INFO

COORD

2014 October 12

November 9

Chapter Gather- Roosters in Clarksing ville

1601 Greentree Blvd Clarksville IN 47129

5:30 PM eat

Chapter Gather- Roosters in Clarksing ville

1601 Greentree Blvd Clarksville IN 47129

5:30 PM eat

6:30 PM meet

6:30 PM meet

Remember to fill out your biker bucks sheet or have info with you. Forms available on Web or at mtg.

Jerry Brown

Remember to fill out your biker bucks sheet or have info with you. Forms available on Web or at mtg.

Jerry Brown

DECEMBER 8

NO GATHERING

December TBA

Chapter B Christmas Party

TBA

N/A

TBA

Bring a wrapped gift marked “boy” and/or “girl”. One per person. Bring any auction items – wrapped. Bring your Biker Bucks and your holiday spirits!

September 2-6, 2015

Wing Ding 37

TBA

TBA

TBA

Annual Event – New Date – Labor Day Weekend!

TBA

Ronald McDonald House

TBA

TBA

TBA

Bring your soda tabs and HBA items, food, or other items you would like to donate.

TBA

Visit to another Chapter

Be Prepared

Ride for the Plaque

Chapter ????

--

--

Never know when the call will go out to ride. Be ready and join in.

2015

Chapter Gatherings

KEY

Chapter B Rides/Functions Indiana District Events MI & OH District Events Region D Events National Events Events Outside our Region Individual Celebration Other

National Event

Jerry Brown

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Celebrations! Birthdays

Intellectual Challenge winners January Challenge Winners 1st Place - Bob 344 = $12.00 2nd Place - Glenn 365 = $8.00 Actual screws in the jar was 341

Anniversaries January NONE January None February Daryl Riney Joan Mullineaux Walter Stonecipher Ron Bohnert

February Don & Joanne - 8th 2nd 8th 9th 14th

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January 2014

Registration Form February 14-16, 2014 @ Wyndham Indianapolis West, Indianapolis, IN Rider’s Name ___________________________GWRRA #____________ Expiration Date______ Co-Rider’s Name _______________________ GWRRA # ___________ Expiration Date______ Address: _____________________________________________________________________ _ City: ___________________________________________ State: ________ Zip: ___________ Telephone: _________________ Email: ___________________________________________ Chapter: ______________ Position: ______________________________ Pre-Registration for GWRRA members: Rally event pins limited to the first 300 registrants. Postmarked by January 15, 2014 No. of Registrants ______ x $38.00 = $_________ Postmarked after January 15, 2014

No. of Registrants ______ x $43.00 = $_________

Pre-Registration for Non-GWRRA members: Postmarked by January 15, 2014 No. of Registrants ______ x $48.00 = $_________ Postmarked after January 15, 2014

No. of Registrants ______ x $53.00 = $_________

* All registrations include Saturday night dinner (1) per registrant No Refunds after February 1, 2014 Grand Total Submitted: $ __________________ Send check or money order payable to:

“GWRRA District IN” to:

Hotel Information:

Wyndham Indianapolis West



Paula Swift

2544 Executive Drive



Indiana District Treasurer

Indianapolis, IN 46241



7323 Carrie Drive



Indianapolis , IN 46237

discounted rate of $85.00 per night. Indicate your Chapter when

Any questions call 1-317-797-1398

calling, or have one individual make reservations for your group,

Hotel reservations can be made by calling (317)-248-2481. Mention that you are associated with GWRRA to get the

if would like rooms near one another. I/we agree to conform and comply with the rules governing this event and further agree to hold harmless GWRRA, co-sponsoring organizations, or 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 agree to assume all responsibilities for any property I/we damage. I/we have read this entire waiver.

FORM MUST BE SIGNED BELOW BY THE ABOVE REGISTRANT(S) Rider’s Signature ____________________________________________ Date _____________ Co-Rider’s Signature _________________________________________ Date _____________

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OFFICERS Chapter IN-B New Albany Wings CHAPTER DIRECTORS (CD’S) Jerry & Ruth Brown Jerry: [email protected] Ruthie: [email protected] ASSISTANT CHAPTER DIRECTORS (ACD’S) Bob & Lora Morrison Bob: goldwing [email protected] Lora: [email protected] MEMBERSHIP ENHANCEMENT COORDINATORS (MEC’S) Mark & Joan Mullineaux Mark: [email protected] Joan: [email protected] RIDE COORDINATORS Ron & Tad Bohnert Ron: [email protected] Tad: [email protected] TREASURER Ron & Tad Bohnert Ron: [email protected] Tad: [email protected] SAFETY COORDINATOR Lester Stonecipher [email protected] NEWSLETTER EDITOR Lora Morrison [email protected] CHAPTER WEB PAGE WEB PAGE COORDINATOR chapterb.com Ron Bohnert [email protected]