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Chapter “N” Newsletter
Jackson, TN
Website http://GWRRA-TN-N.org
Volume 4 Issue 7
July 2012
Chapter Officers
Chapter Director/
Photography
Tony & Lori Douglas
Phone: 731-676-9917
Chapter Assistant Director/
General Store
Eldon & Debbie Seaton
Phone: 731-845-6069
Membership Enhancement
& St. Jude Coordinators
Open
Treasurer
Diane & Avery Davis
731-689-3719
Chapter Educator
Open
Chapter Staff
Historian/COY 2011
Billy & Shirley Mullins
731-645-7823
Webmaster
Joe Terket
731-420-9572
Newsletter Editor/
Photography
Sandy Hayes
731-845-6025
District MEC
Chapter COY 2012
Reginald & Kim Seymour
reginald&[email protected]
Phone: 731-676-9917
District Directors
Richard & Becky Griffin
1921 Warmingfield Dr.
Murfreesboro, TN. 37127
Ph. 615-890-1578
Region N Directors
Ed & Mary Ann Grazier
Director of GWRRA
Jere Goodman
540-623-0447
Chapter Meeting 1st Saturday every month
Old Country Store, Hwy 45 By-Pass, Jackson, TN
Eat at 5:00pm Meeting at 6:00pm
GWRRA Chapter TN-N
In this Addition
Page 2, Note from Director Page 12, Recipe , Rides
Page 3, Word from ACD Page 13, Find-a-Friend
Page 4, Chapter Educator Page 14, Chapter TN Fun Day
Page 5, Couple of the Year 2012 Page 15, Calendar
Page 6, Chapter MEC Page 16 Birthdays, Anniversaries
Page 7, Chapter Treasurer Page 17 Schedule of Events
Page 8, Letter From the Editor Page 18, Motorcycle Awareness
Page 9, News from National Page 19, Wanted / Not Wanted
Page 10, Region & District News Page 20, 21,Sponsors
Page 11, Chicken Fund Raiser Page 22, Mailer
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Hello everyone, middle of July and it is a hot one. If you are riding your bike, be sure to keep hydrated. Take
plenty of water or Gatorade with you. I myself, prefer the Gatorade, for one, it has a taste and the other is for
the electrolytes.
Our Thursday night Dinner Rides have been fun and we have really enjoyed spending time with each other.
We have been making our way around West Tennessee, going to different counties and cities to eat at various
restaurants.
Everyone has been working hard, we have a Chapter fund raiser coming up on August 4th, grilling chickens
along with baked beans, coleslaw and a roll, giving away a shotgun, having a motorcycle awareness and mem-
bership drive tent set-up. Also, August 25th is our Fun Day and we have been working on this too. Presale
tickets for the Chicken Lunch/Dinner are on sale along with tickets for the shotgun, you can contact me if you
would like to get a ticket for either at 731-676-9917.
Our August 4th meeting will be at Bob’s House of Honda, since we will be there all day (hope it is not HOT),
but if any Chapters happen to come for the meeting, we can have it inside where it is cool. Also we can have it a little earlier, around 3:00pm so, that way you will not be late getting back home. So come and spend some
time with us, check out Bob’s Honda, there might be something in the store you can’t live without.
Don’t forget the Tenn/AL Hamburger Run in Trenton Ga. on the 28th of July, I am planning on making this if all goes well. I’m excited about the District Picnic at Gladeville Community Center in Mt. Juliet TN. on Sept.
29th. Chapter N is working on a TRC class for Oct 13th here in Jackson, TN., more information about that
will be posted later.
There is a lot more things going on, Rallies, Education classes, Chapter meeting, Chasing of the Wood, Fun
Days etc. Go to District Website and click on Event Schedule to see what is coming up. We
also try to keep everything posted on our website at GWRRA-tn-n.org.
So, until I see you again,
Ride Safe, Ride Often,
Have Fun
This was 22 people at Top of the River in Selmer.
Way to go Billy and Shirley. It was a great hit
and included your own mini skillet of cornbread.
And when the pot of greens went around the ta-
ble, no one was sharing cornbread. What FUN!!
Beautiful night
in Trenton at
Crenshaw’s Cat-
fish. Tony taking
a picture of
Sandy taking a picture of him.
Boy do we have
fun or what!!
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Hey everybody, hope this finds you doing well. Debbie, Nolan and I are doing good. I hate that I missed the last
meeting, but my brother came down and spent a few days with me. Some of you met him at the dinner ride at
Selmer. He said he had a good time, but could not believe that Reginald would not give up his cornbread. I
have been riding every day to work and back, man, the heat is something. Guess everyone is getting ready for
our cook out at Bob’s Honda. Should be a good experience for us all.
I have been on the internet and found some things that caught my attention. Here are some of them.
Tennessee: riders can proceed through a red light with caution if after waiting an appropriate time, their
bike's weight doesn't trigger a light change.
Acocrding to a resaerch at Camrbidge Univresity, it deosn't mtater in waht oredr the ltteers in a wrod are
witren, the olny iprmoatnt tihng is taht the frist and lsat ltteer be in the rghit pclae. The rset can be a toatl
mses and you can sitll raed it wouthit a porbelm. Tihs is bcuseae the huamn mnid deos not raed ervey
lteter by istlef, but the wrod as a wlohe.
Tommy Lee Jones and Al Gore were freshman roommates at Harvard
Until 1796, there was a state in the United States called Franklin. Today it is known as Tennessee
Ride A Lot, Be Safe, Have Fun
I finely got my dog to stand still
for a picture. I think this does
her justice. She said she would
not take one unless I let her
wear her HARLEY shirt, oh
well, she may have to ride with
Jeff.
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Rider education is very important for our safety. Turn your riding passion into a learning experience for all the
members at the gatherings. Contact Tony if you are interested in becoming our new Chapter Educator.
The following article was taken from http://www.geico.com/information/safety/motorcycle/riding-tips/ it is a
good reminder for us all.
Always wear a helmet with a face shield or protective eyewear — Wearing a helmet is the best way to protect
against severe head injuries. A motorcycle rider not wearing a helmet is five times more likely to sustain a critical
head injury.
Wear appropriate gear — Make sure to wear protective gear and clothing that will minimize the amount of inju-
ries in case of an accident or a skid. Wearing leather clothing, boots with nonskid soles, and gloves can protect
your body from severe injuries. Consider attaching reflective tape to your clothing to make it easier for other driv-
ers to see you.
Follow traffic rules — Obey the speed limit; the faster you go the longer it will take you to stop. Be aware of lo-
cal traffic laws and rules of the road.
Ride defensively — Don't assume that a driver can see you, as nearly two-thirds of all motorcycle accidents are
caused by a driver violating a rider's right of way. You should always ride with your headlights on; stay out of a
driver's blind spot; signal well in advance of any change in direction; and watch for turning vehicles.
Keep your riding skills honed through education — Complete a formal riding education program, get licensed
and take riding courses from time to time to develop riding techniques and to sharpen your street-riding strate-
gies.
Be awake and ride sober — Don't drink and ride, you could cause harm to yourself and others. Additionally,
fatigue and drowsiness can impair your ability to react, so make sure that you are well rested when you hit the
road.
We want YOU!
On May 8, 2012 the motorcycle accident death count was 38 and up
31 percent over 2011. A recent trip to Nashville revealed the count
was now 72. Now is a good time to make that commitment to
safe riding.
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Since we have taken on the role as TN District Membership Enhancement Coordinators, we have not had an op-
portunity to visit other chapters in a COY capacity. As a matter of fact, this year due to our vacation schedule, we
have not had a chance to visit at lot of chapters; the visits are coming. However, whether in our district role or
COY role, the responsibilities and honor are very similar.
In the role of the COY, the couple takes on additional tasks in the chapter such as being involved as chapter am-
bassadors and spokespersons. As suggested in the Couple of the year manual, some suggestions for involvement
in these areas are:
Assist Chapter Membership Enhancement or Public Relations Coordinator with contacting media,
community leaders, Honda dealers, etc., and speaking at non-GWRRA events/clubs about GWRRA.*
Serve as greeters.
Sit with and introduce first-time guests.
Serve as membership coordinators contacting inactive or expired GWRRA members to renew interest
in GWRRA.
Conduct 50/50 sales.
Assist at registration desks or “goodie” tables at events.
Assist at Mall Shows
Do you see yourself in this role as an active couple in Chapter TN-N? We see you!
We have had some great Thursday night dinner rides. Enjoy:
Upper left is Top of the River.
Upper right is Top of the River outside
visiting (where we have the most fun).
Left is outside at Crenshaw’s.
Right—CD Lori was able to join us.
Fun by all!
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Article taken from District newsletter and courtesy of Reginald and Kim Seymour, District
Membership Enhancement Coordinators:
Happy July everyone! We pray that everyone had a great Fourth of July. After Kimberly
returned home from work and yes, she had to work on the holiday, we spent a quiet eve-
ning at home in front of the television. Kimberly was recalling to me how she spent her
pre-Fourth of July festivities with her family. They would start barbecuing at Granny's house around 10 pm, the
night of the 3rd and would go into the wee hours of the early morning of the 4th. They would then go home a
sleep for maybe an hour and then back to Granny's house for food and fun; which reminds her of our GoldWing
family (hint, hint). This was a family tradition until her granny passed away 12 years ago on the Fourth of July.
We are praying to start some new traditions for our family…other than watching television.
We hope you are getting in some riding time and we have had some pretty good riding weather; although, we
have hit some triple digit days. Just remember to keep hydrated. We are preparing for our annual two week vaca-
tion ride and have selected Seattle, WA as our ride destination. We will be joined by two other couples and one of
their sons’ who is a Harley rider; however he is starting to see the “GoldWing light”. There will be plenty to share in next month’s article about our trip. We have also been attending dinner rides with Chapter TN-N and have had
a great time and are still making our rounds to visit you at your chapter gathering, so keep an eye out for the
Blurple Haze.
We have enjoyed reading each chapter’s newsletter that you have forwarded to us through email. They are all
very unique and different; which brings us to the Quarterly Newsletter Contest. Every contest has guidelines and this one is no different. Guidelines for this contest were put in place to recognize the time, hard work, and infor-
mation that each Tennessee Chapter has put out to the Chapter participants. The newsletter documents the dif-
ferent events, activities, and fun. It is also an informative medium for participants.
We had three chapters that actually submitted to us by U.S. mail their newsletter; also part of the guidelines.
For a full description of the Quarterly Newsletter Contest Guidelines, please visit the MEP section of the District
website. So without further delay... the winner of the 2nd Quarterly Newsletter contest is Chapter TN-T; newslet-
ter editor Brain Richards. In accordance with the guidelines, the winner will be awarded at the District Picnic on
September 29th. We will also forward Chapter TN-T newsletter to Region N MEC to be entered into the Region N
Quarterly/Annual Newsletter contest.
Again, Congratulations to Chapter TN-T and thank you to the other two chapters that participated. We are chal-
lenging other chapters to participate and good luck next Quarter!
Members and guests of TN-N having more fun!
Your Picture Could Be Here
Instead of This Guy
Special guests Houston and Linda Kirk and Bud and Ann McMahan
Betty and Winfred Ray
with granddaughter
Christie.
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We had to miss the July gathering and it was like missing spending a holiday with your family. You sure get
close to your GoldWing Family (and a few Harleys-Jeff). Every year the week end after the 4th is Girls Weekend
at my sister’s in Atlanta. Cousins from all over meet and we scrapbook night and day for 4 days. Avery had to
stay home because it is a No husbands-No kids trip. Just scissors, glue and lots of pictures. On my way to At-
lanta I stopped at Camp Jordon. I checked out the host hotel. The entire building has just been renovated, so
don’t pay any attention to the reviews on line about the property. District has chosen a super place for the host
hotel.
While I was gone, Avery did get to go on the Thursday Night Dinner Ride. Chapter N ate at the” Top of the
River”, a new restaurant in this area that specializes in catfish. I hear that everyone was pleased with the food and the service. I sure hate that I missed it. Everyone shows up for catfish. Chapter N may have to change our mas-
cot from a Deer to a Catfish.
Chapter N will be selling smoked chicken dinners at Bob’s Honda on August 4th. We will also be drawing for a
shotgun. Come out and support Chapter N.
We missed you at Top of the River
but we saved a space for you so you
could know we thought about you.
Diane in spirit.
But that didn’t stop
Avery. He just kept
on riding. Right to
Top of the River.
Had fun didn’t we!
Then in Bolivar, we had exactly 2 seats left at our Thurs-
day night dinner ride. (Diane and Avery’s). With 20 pre-
sent we had a great time. And Diane, it was catfish!
Other fun:
We didn’t seem to know who
had the winning ticket.
Arriving
early for
July
gather-
ing.
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I am ready to have more fun than a person deserves to have. I hope you continue to do the same.
Thursday night dinner rides. What can I say. FUN!!! The best of the best:
Then I told some friends I would put this picture in. The special guest was the wife of their pastor at a previous
church.
Recognize the bike-it’s not mine. Still Dreamin’
In Selmer at Top of the
River: I think I remem-
ber it was something
like “look at my meat.”
You see she doesn’t like
catfish.
. . . And to all a goodnight!
Leaving Selmer.
The Lone Rider (no not Ranger) at
Crenshaw’s Catfish in Trenton.
Then there was
the whole group
having fun at Boli-
var and Los Port-
ables. I met new
friends. One of them was taking
this picture.
Thanks Winfred
Ray. It was good
to meet you.
Just like some newspapers who
retract statements or make correc-
tions to previous articles, I need to
do the same. This smiling duo was
incorrectly identified as Janet and
Bernadette. Sorry to both
Bernadette and to Gattie.
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News From National
JERE GOODMAN NAMED NEW DIRECTOR
OF GOLD WING ROAD RIDERS ASSOCIATION
Phoenix, AZ (July 4, 2012) - Jere Goodman has been named Director of the Gold Wing Road Riders Association,
effective July 4, 2012. The announcement was made by President Abel Gallardo during Opening Ceremonies at
Wing Ding 34 in Fort Wayne, IN. GWRRA is a Phoenix based motorcycle association.
Jere states, "In my new role as Director of GWRRA, I look forward to serving you, the Members, and continuing
to foster the pride of being part of our great organization. It has been an incredible journey...so many friends,
events, and fun times!"
Jere is married to Linda Goodman and they currently reside in Stafford, Virginia. They have one son, a daugh-
ter-in-law and two wonderful grandchildren, ages 7 and 10.
Jere and Linda have always enjoyed serving the Members and have previously served as Assistant Chapter Di-
rectors, NJ Chapter Directors, Assistant District Directors, NJ District Directors, Assistant Region Directors,
Northeast Region B Directors, and most recently as International Deputy Directors.
During the past three years, Jere has also served as a Member of the Event Management Team at Wing Ding,
where his primary responsibilities have been the Grand Parade and Light Parade-all the while being exposed to
the "behind the scenes" aspect of running a Wing Ding!
Jere retired this past June from Canon U.S.A., Inc. where he served over 25 years as an Account Executive.
Linda is a Supervisory Instructor at a training academy for the Department of Justice, where she has worked
for 35 years.
We know that everyone will want to extend a hand of friendship, as well as a hearty welcome, to Jere as Direc-
tor of GWRRA. We wish Jere and his wife Linda the very best in their new adventure.
GWRRA, with its motto "Friends for Fun, Safety and Knowledge," is a not-for-profit organization with over
72,000 Members in 53 countries and 4,000 volunteer leaders providing rider education and social structure,
along with organizing events, conventions, rides and meetings throughout the year. Visit GWRRA's Web site:
www.gwrra.org or call (800) 843-9460 or (623) 581-2500 (in Phoenix) for more information.
Jere Goodman, Director
540-623-0447 / [email protected]
GWRRA Cruise: July 18 2012 Make plans
now to join our GWRRA family on this in-
credible journey to visit the Western Carib-
bean. Setting sail from Miami, Florida No-
vember 4th thru November 11th, 2012 for
seven nights
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News From Region N
News From District
CPR/First Aid Class
We will be holding a Medic First Aid Class at Honda Of Cool
Springs on August 18,2012. Chapter H has volunteered to host the class. Jim and Mary Cobb
will be the Instructors. Please get with your members and see who wants or need to take the
class. The class will begin at 8:00 AM and be over by 12:00 PM. The cost is $15.00 per person.
If you want to take the class contact Jim Cobb at: phone 931-580-4089 or e mail at
We need to have the class roll by August 1st in order to get the class books ordered.
Thanks, Gary & Patti Hamilton, District Educators.
Assistant District Directors—Middle, TN
Let’s talk about Spring Fling in East Ridge next year. There are a lot of people working real
hard to make this one of the best Spring Fling’s yet. Ron has asked all the chapters for
their input as to what they would like to see or do. Please get this information to him as
soon as you can. He, as well as others are moving fast on what is going to be happening
and you all can help if you would go ahead and make your reservations at the host hotels. This will help us get
some real good deals for you. Just remember, this is YOUR Spring Fling! So, get behind it and help make it fun,
fun, fun for everyone!
Save the date!
District Picnic
September 29, 2012
Gladeville Community
Spring Fling 2013!
Camp Jordan Arena
East Ridge, Tennessee
April 25-27 2013
Words of Wisdom from Kentucky District: Folks, you are part of something very special. If you have not experi-
enced any of the friendship building, then I would encourage you to get out and get involved in your local chapter.
Get involved in the chapter visitation program. Visit district events at home and other districts. Stick your hand
out and introduce yourself when you’re out visiting a chapter or a convention and you don’t know the member you
are talking to. That person might just be your next LIFE LONG friend and be willing to travel ten hours to be by
your bedside in the hospital. Be safe and see you on the roads.
Pat & Loralee Coe, GWRRA Kentucky District Directors
Spotlight on Kentucky
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Bob’s House of Honda
August 4, 2012
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
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VELVEETA CHEESE DIP
1 lb Velveeta cheese
1 Tbsp cumin powder
1 tsp chili powder
4 oz tomato juice
4 oz water
1 Tbsp mayonnaise
½ tsp black pepper
1 Tbsp garlic powder
1 tsp Louisiana hot sauce
1 jalapeno pepper
Melt the cheese in a double boiler or on MEDIUM setting in microwave. While cheese is melting, combine the re-
maining dry ingredients with the mayonnaise in a separate mixing bowl. Combine hot sauce with the tomato
juice, stirring well to blend the flavors. Add water, tomato juice, and the dry ingredients mixture together and mix
well. Pour everything into a blender: add the jalapeno pepper, and blend well.
This recipe will quickly take the place of the standard cheese dip.
Sandy Hayes
Time for August Thursday Night Rides. So put your ideas in motion and send your list to Tony. We really want to have those all set for the en-
tire month of August for every Thursday night. One of those will be to Dairy Queen in Lexington. Now
make your suggestions for the rest of the month. We will get them out to everyone.
District Picnic.
Mark your Calendar Sept 29th
Gladeville Community Center, Mt. Juliet TN.
R I D E S
When you're riding lead, don't spit. ~Author Unknown
And always, always ride safe. ~Sandy Hayes
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August 2012 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 2 TN-C
Putt Putt
3 4TN-N Chicken
Dinner Bob’s
House of Honda
Meeting at 3:00
TN-L
TN-O
5 Friendship
Day 6
TN-G2
7
TN-P
TN-B
8 9 10 11
TN-V
TN-S
TN-Z
12
Nashville
Sounds
6:30 PM
13 14
TN-M
TN-U
TN-F
15 16
TN-G
17 18
CPR/First Aid
Class
TN-Y
TN-C2
TN-W2
19 20 21
TN-C
22 23 24 25
TN-N Fun Day
Natchez Trace
TN-H
TN-K
26
TN-R
27
TN-A2
TN-Q
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TN-A
TN-T
29 30 31
Recipe for Friendship
2 cups of patience
1 heart full of love
2 handfuls of generosity
2 cups of loyalty
1 cup of understanding
A dash of laughter
Mix all ingredients well.
People express
love for their friends and cherish their
presence in life.
KY District KY Blast, “Derby Days” Frankfort
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Birthdays Anniversaries
Shirley Mullins 8/11
Reginald Seymour 8/17
Jeff Douglas 8/24
Next time you see them-wish them happy birthday.
If we missed
your birthday contact Tony at
731-676-
9917
Billy & Shirley Mullins 8/3
Don & Janet Rinehart 8/24
Next time you see them-wish them happy anniversary.
If we missed your anniversary contact Tony at 731-
676-9917.
For upcoming events, visit TN GWRRA (http://www.tngwrra.org/District Website) or GWRRA (www.gwrra.org/ National Website) to see what is going on in the near future.
Take time to read the other Chapter Newsletters, they are full of information and fun to read. It keeps you in-
formed of what is going on in the other Chapters.
Bob’s House of Honda in Jackson, TN. and Joe’s Cycle Shop in Bolivar, TN. are very supportive of Chapter TN-N.
If you are a GWRRA member and need something, be sure to tell them. They will give you a discount on
anything you buy, but tell them before they ring you up. Let’s support these businesses!
For upcoming events, if you want to see a flyer or registration form, visit
www.tngwrra.org, all flyers and registration forms are on the Events Calendar.
GWRRA Anniversaries:
Barry Harrell August 2011
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Check this BUNCH out. This is Reginald & Kim Sey-
mour, James Robertson, Nancy Utley, Derek Lowe,
Oliver & Gattie Welch. Chapter TN-N members
headed to Washington State for a vacation. They
stopped off to get this picture at the entrance to BAD-
LANDS NATIONAL PARK. Yeah they look BAD don’t they. Wished I was with them, instead, I’m here re-
porting this for everyone in front of this computer.
Anyway, they are having FUN, said it was HOT, in the
100’s everyday. Riding in the morning for a few hours
and quitting around noon to stay cool. Reginald been
calling everyday to check in and let me know they are
safe.
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A Swell Sale !
2009 California Sidecar Escapade Candy Red Elite Trailer. Bought new & paid $4241.13. Selling price
$3250.00. Trailer has never been towed by a Motorcycle. Call Norm @ 719-8975. (Chapter T).
We are making this space available to our members each month for any items you would like to buy. Just
provide your information to Tony in an email, or write it down and give us a copy at any of the meetings or
dinner rides, and we will include it in this section.
One man's stuff is another man's treasure. -- Author unknown
Brought to you in the comfort and coolness of your home.
Brought to you in the comfort and coolness of your home.
Wanted to buy: Rear wheel for the amount of $100. Contact Randall Little at randal_little@railway-claim-
services.com.
I am in need of a front rim for my 07, 1800 GW. I have hit a hole rather hard at some time and my rim is
bent a little. I am still able to ride it, but would fell much safer with another rim. If anyone has one or
knows of someone that has a front rim and would be willing to get rid of it, please email me. Thanks for
your help. Rick Leftwich, ACD, TN-C, [email protected]
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Gold Wing Road Riders Association
Forked Deer Wings
Chapter “N”
Sandy Hayes
Newsletter Editor
P.O. Box 751
Parsons, TN. 38363
Ride Safe, Ride Often, Have Fun
Next Meeting
August 4th
Bob’s House of Honda
603 Vann Dr. #A
Jackson, TN, Meet at 3:00p
Friends for Fun, Safety and Knowledge
Gold Wing Road Riders Association
A Not-For-Profit Organization
