Trail Gazette - August 2013

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President Gene Walker5531 Lardon Rd NESalem, OR 97305-3248(503) 428-6641(503) 371-4363

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Vice President Gary Kelley20000 NE Jaquith Rd

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Our first stop was Alsea Falls. A day use area for

picnics, rest stops and hiking in the mountain

foothills.

OTC Members relax at Alsea Falls.

It was nice to get into the forest out of the sun for

a cool down next to the stream. We were able to

refill our water bottles with cool, fresh water fromthe faucet provided.

Alsea Falls Parking

Alsea Falls recreation site is nestled along the

South Fork Alsea River and the South Fork AlseaRiver National Back Country Byway between the

small communities of Alsea and Alpine.

We stopped for gas in the sm

community of Waldport. After

tanks, we saddled up and heaat the Beachcomber Pub in Fl

Parking in front of the Beachcomber dre

TheBeachcomberserves a fuvariety of local beverages. Thand service were excellent. T

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Pete Peterson, a longtime OTC member, arrivedahead of us to secure parking. We lined the streetout front while filling the banquet room inside. In

addition to securing our parking and eatingspaces, Pete picked up the entire tab. Thank youPete for the unexpected support.

Pete made certain everyone enjoyed their time in Florence.

After lunch, we followed a wandering track

through little used back roads to the River BendResort for dinner.

Norlene had prepared lasagna, several salads and

a wonderful dessert for us.

Saturday, July 27th Marys Peak Loop

Saturdays ride took the group northwest toascend Marys Peak. On the way we covered

several miles of deserted back roads, road along

several small streams and trekked across little-used side roads. The route included dozens ofspectacular views.

The group stopped for a break in Alsea OR.

As the doors were open, maninside to explore the remainsquite interesting as some item

shelves from when it was opeold store is a museum to Alse

Alsea General Mercantile from long ago.

After resting up in Alsea, the Marys Peak.

Marys Peak is a mountain in t

southwest of Philomath. It is

the Coast Range and ranks efor prominence. On a clear da

peak, facing east, northeast, can see the cities and suburb

Valley, the volcanos Mt. Raine

Mt. St. Helens in WashingtonMt. Hood, Mt. Jefferson and t

Oregon. To the west, the Pacon clear days.

Tom led us up the road to theup the mountain to the visito

below are a few members str

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As you can see, the weather cooperated for us

that day resulting in spectacular views in every

direction. The photo below is looking east acrossthe Willamette Valley towards the CascadeMountains and Mt. Hood.

If you look closely you can see Mt. Hood in the distance.

After a short time enjoying the view, it was timeto start back. A long decent off the mountain

provided another opportunity to wear down theoutside edges of our tires.

Once back at the River Bend Resort, riders

prepared for the awards banquet. Saturdaysmenu was BBQ Brisket, Pulled Pork along with the

usual sides of beans, watermelon and salads.

Awards

Awards were handed out after most had finishedtheir meal. Winners chose from a selection ofglassware from theClub Store.

Winners this year were:

John Stanley: Furthest Ridden est 200 miles

John Crawford: Furthest Hauled 406 miles

Pat & Carol Smith: Oldest in Attendance

John Crawford selects his Longest Haule

Pat Smith accepts his and Carols award

Following the awards ceremoraffle netted the lucky winnermotorcycle-related products.

Volunteers made the Riversid

Tom Krise Road Captain

Pat Smith Chase Vehicle

Norlene Wolbert ThursdShannon Kelley Site/Ba

Carol Smith Coffee / Sn

Gene Walker Prizes

Think about adding your nam

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Wed also like to thank our sponsors who

contributed merchandise to our door prize raffle.

Salem Harley-DavidsonCycle Country, Jim Smith

Salem Honda/BMW

Bills Motorcycles Plus

To sum it up, members and guests rode through

some of the most beautiful country on Earth.Along the way we learned a lot more aboutantique motorcycles and our fellow club

members. Its at these rides where we all havethe chance to reaffirm the common interest weshare. If you werent therethis year, dont missnext year.

July Business Meeting

Gene called the meeting to o

Attendees:

Pat & Carol Smith, Tom KriseWalker, Gary & Shannon Kell

Treasurer Report:

TomR provided a treasurers r

Correspondence:

Ron and Tom Stevens and Th

renewed their memberships.

Riverside Road Run

Final preparations for the 201continue. Gene /TomK will ha

Shannon will order awards.

Registration is way down

members are attending th

National. It appears less t

ours this year.

Route discussions are con

about distance and traffic

Supplies: Napkins needed

covered.

Gary will update shakedow

3pm

2014 National Road Run

Continued discussions on whe

National Road Run. Harrisbur

Prineville, and Joseph have aWeve reduce the list to Harri

We make a decision in Septe

Announcements:Therell be a vintage car and

the museum July 20. Contactmore details.

Meeting adjourned at 3:52
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September Business Meeting Agenda

No meeting is scheduled for August. The

September Business Meeting is being held at theTexaco Station in Brooks on Saturday, September14, 2013 at 2:00PM. Topics well discuss:

Treasurers report

Review of 2013 Road Run

Museum Membership Renewal

2014 Road Run Site Selection

New Business

Business Meetings are where we discuss issuesimportant to Chapter operation. Your thoughts

are needed to make decisions for the future. Asalways, we hope to see you there.

Upcoming Events

Check out these upcoming antique and vintage

motorcycle events. See ourEventspage foradditional information.

Date Event

Aug 16 18Tenino Swap MeetTenino, WA

Aug. 182nd Ann. Vintage in the ValleyHeritage Park in Chilliwack, BC

Aug 24 - 25LeMay Vintage M/C FestivalTacoma, WA

Sept. 8VMEs Vashon Island EventVashon Island, WA

Sept 14OTC Business MeetingBrooks OR

Sept. 22 32nd Ann. Oyster RunAnacortes, WA

Oct 12OTC Business MeetingBrooks OR

Historic Documents

Member Classifieds

1970 Triumph TR6C - $5995

This is a very nice original 19(650cc twin w/ single carburewith about 18,000 miles. The

to have the original paint alonseat, stainless steel fenders afactory parts.

The bike has the patina of a 4

that has seen some use and i

original survivor. It is in veryruns well and has recently hainstalled, new battery, refurb

concentric carburetor with ne

new throttle needle & jet, newnew foot and passenger peg

has also been recently service

gearbox and fork oil changedand valve lash checked.

This TR6C comes with a clear

has current license so is readstreet.

Call Tom at 503.621.8943

Editors Note:

Deadline for articles, advertissubmissions to the Trail Gaze

month. Send submissions to
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Former Alsea General Mercantile