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GWRRA National Directors
Ray & Sandi Garris
Rider Education Directors
Bob & Althea Berry
Member Enhancement Directors
John & Barb Pons
Deputy Directors Region A & N
Bob & Nancy Shrader
Region A
Director
Jim & Sue Jackson
Rider Education Directors
Chuck & Anne Reed
Member Enhancement Directors
Rick & Madalena Buck
SC District
Directors
Phil & Judy Stone
Assistant Dist Director
Joe & Brenda Wood
J.W. & Yolanda Worley
Rider Educators
Mike & Mary Coral
Trainers
Donna & Glenn Bumgarner
Membership Enhancement
Coordinators
Jean & Rich Kitko
District Couple Of The Year
John & Cindy Wood
The Official Publication of the GWRRA Tri County Wings, Charleston, South Carolina March 2016
TRI COUNTY WINGS TRI COUNTY WINGS
Gold Wing Road Riders AssociationGold Wing Road Riders Association
Southeast Region ‘A’ - South Carolina District
CHAPTER “SC G”
BERKELEY • CHARLESTON • DORCHESTER
Welcome to Chapter “G” Bringing the Fun to our Friends and
Family
The Month ahead!
This is a humbling season. One of gratitude,
newness, forgiveness, family. Easter times
brings lilies and family gatherings. It brings
church, lent, fasting, reflection, and, did I say
family. It also brings the warmer weather.
And then there is Spring. Or as they say,
Spring has Sprung. And that brings
Daylight Savings time on March 13th. That
means, you move your clock ahead. That
means, it is darker when you get up, but
there is more light during the day to enjoy
that ride.
So, let’s be safe out there and reflect on all
the good things ahead.
Other festivities for March include:
3rd, National Anthem Day
5th, Iditarod Race Begins
8th, International Women’s Day
9th, Barbie’s Birthday (really, 1959)
11th, Johnny Appleseed Day
12th, Girl Scout Day
13th, Good Samaritan Day
15th, The Ides of March
22nd, National Goof Off Day
29th, Armed Forces left Vietnam
31st, Tater Day
Enjoy them all.
NNEXTEXT CCHAPTERHAPTER GGATHERINGSATHERINGS March 5th & April 2ndMarch 5th & April 2ndMarch 5th & April 2nd
Gather at 11:00am, meet at 11:30am, eat at 12:30Gather at 11:00am, meet at 11:30am, eat at 12:30Gather at 11:00am, meet at 11:30am, eat at 12:30 at Logan’s Roadhouseat Logan’s Roadhouseat Logan’s Roadhouse
211 Azalea Square Blvd, Summerville, SC211 Azalea Square Blvd, Summerville, SC211 Azalea Square Blvd, Summerville, SC
Chapter G Team http://gwrra-sc-g.org/
Chapter Director
Mike- Melton
843-847-1444
Assistant Directors
MJ & John LeBlanc
George & Gloria Servant
Chapter Educator & Asst
Craig Miller
843-345-7890
Mike Melton
843-847-1444
Motorist Awareness
Karen Miller
875-345-7891
Membership Enhancement
Coordinator
Fred & Anita Hull
843-871-4694
Chapter Treasurer
Evelyn & Dan Pittman
2016 Couple of the Year
John & MJ LeBlanc
Activity Coordinators
Anita Hull
Karen Miller
Kathy Truluck
Sissy Morris
Goodie Shoppe
Dan Pittman
Newsletter Editor
Ron Morris
Photographer
Karen Miller
Webmaster
Mike Melton
Web Editor
Vacant
Inside this Edition:
Article Page
Chapter Director 2
Assistant CD 3
Rider Ed 4
Motorist Awareness 5
Couple of the Year 6
Calendars 11-13
Birthdays & Anniversaries 14
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Congratulations
This month, I would like to start off welcoming some changes to our chapter. First, I would like to
congratulate John & MJ LeBlanc in their selection for the Chapter Couple of the Year (COY). It is
an honor to be presented this, and they have so earned this award. They have been instrumental
in many of the activities within the chapter, and are proactive in supporting all of you. Please
join me in congratulating them the next time you see them.
Next, I would like to welcome our newest Assistant Chapter Directors, George and Gloria
Servant. They have both expressed an interest in helping with the chapter, in helping with the
Chapter of the Year (CHOY) activities, and are interested in assisting with the rides. They have a
very pleasant personality, and I think they will be a great addition to our Team. So again, next
time you see them, join me in congratulating them to the team.
Then, I’m proud to announce, our Chapter received Bronze Level for their Chapter of the Year
submission. Now, all that means is, look out next year. We have two awesome folks keeping on
top of this stuff this year, so let’s see if we can do better next year. It is still an honor, but at the
same time, just a step in the right direction. So, let’s see if we can improve upon a good thing.
One way to do that is Education. We need folks to take Education classes. We have three folks
who have already completed the online OCP this year (congratulations to George, Gloria and
MJ) and a few others working on it. We had our CPR/First Aid this year so that will help. But, if
you still need a First Aid/CPR course (great for protecting your family), let me know. The
instructor is willing to come back. And then we are going to have some education seminars
ourselves. I’m working on a Motorist Awareness Course, and several others. We will have our
2nd Annual Frogmore and Education Seminars in April. In addition, I’m checking with Logan’s to
see if we might be able to get in early, and do a seminar before our Chapter Gathering. So look
for those opportunities to improve. And if you have a suggestion for a course, let me know.
Then we had visitors at our Chapter
Gathering. Some even come bearing gifts,
(The Hot Potato) of which we quickly
handed off to Chapter SC-J later that
evening.
So, it’s been an eventfully month, full of
surprises. I hope some of you have
enjoyed the ride, and those who have
missed out, we would like to welcome to you to attend one of our many events this month.
Until next time, ride safe and often,
Mike Melton
Chapter Director
Mike Melton P.O. Box 61885, North Charleston, SC 29419
843-847-1444
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SUPER BOWL ‘16
For those of you who may not know, I am a football
‘holic. We have moved many times in the last ten
years, so I not only root for the New England
Patriots but also for the Seattle Seahawks, the
Philadelphia Eagles and now the Carolina
Panthers. At the end of the football season, I start
counting the days until the pre-season festivities
begin. I participate in fantasy football with our son
and we talk every week strategizing which players
to keep and which ones to bench. I haven’t won a
season yet, but have lots of fun anyway.
So this year we
decided to host
the Super Bowl
dinner,
although we
were
concerned we
didn’t have enough
room. We brought
in the patio
furniture, bought
some folding chairs,
took some chairs out
of storage and started rearranging the living
room. In the end we had seating for about 20 and
the overflow could sit on the steps going upstairs
(think of it as stadium seating J). Our GW family
arrived just prior to the start of the game, each
with a dish in hand. We had main dishes, side
dishes, appetizers, desserts, snacks and
beverages. Plenty to share and enough to feed the
neighbors as well.
So who did we think was going to win the game?
Clearly the Panthers had the better record (15-1)
but my heart was with the underdog Broncos (12-
4). In fact, the Denver Broncos was my fantasy
football defensive team and they were tenacious
throughout the year. We just wanted to see a good
Assistant Chapter Director
MJ & John LeBlanc MJ - 508-517-7715
John - 774-253-6647
email - [email protected]
game and that’s exactly what we got. With so
many turnovers, fumbles and missed
opportunities, we were all yelling and screaming
for both sides. However, one of our guests (no
name but his initials are MP) was almost flagged
for “unsportsmanlike behavior” on a couple of
occasions.
Thank you to everyone who joined us to make this
a great event. It really didn’t matter who won
(Broncos), it was the friendship and comradery
that counted! BTW - the NFL schedule for 2016-
2017 season will be released in April….can’t wait.
John & MJ LeBlanc
The Biker’s
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Rider Education Safety Corner
Chapter Educator Craig R. Miller
106 Heritage Ln,
Summerville SC 29483
843-345-7890
Asst. Chapter Educator Mike Melton P.O. Box 61885
North Charleston, SC 29419 [email protected]
843-847-1444
QUICK TIPS: General Guidelines for
Riding a Motorcycle Safely
(Courtesy of MSF)
Be visible:
Remember that motorists often have trouble
seeing motorcycles and reacting in time.
Make sure your headlight works and is on day
and night.
Use reflective strips or decals on your clothing
and on your motorcycle.
Be aware of the blind spots cars and trucks
have.
Flash your brake light when you are slowing
down and before stopping.
If a motorist doesn't see you, don't be afraid to
use your horn.
Dress for safety:
Wear a quality helmet and eye protection.
Wear bright clothing and a light-colored
helmet.
Wear leather or other thick, protective
clothing.
Choose long sleeves and pants, over-the-ankle
boots, and gloves.
Remember – the only thing between you and
the road is your protective gear.
Apply effective mental strategies:
Constantly search the road for changing
conditions. Use MSF's Search, Evaluate,
Execute strategy (SEESM) to increase time and
space safety margins.
Give yourself space and time to respond to
other motorists' actions.
Give other motorists time and space to
respond to you.
Use lane positioning to be seen; ride in the
part of a lane where you are most visible.
Watch for turning vehicles.
Signal your next move in advance.
Avoid weaving between lanes.
Pretend you're invisible, and ride extra
defensively.
Don't ride when you are tired or under the
influence of alcohol or other drugs.
Know and follow the rules of the road, and stick
to the speed limit.
Know your bike and how to use it:
Get formal training and take refresher courses.
Call 800.446.9227 or visit www.msf-usa.org to
locate the Motorcycle Safety Foundation hands
-on RiderCourseSM nearest you.
Practice. Develop your riding techniques
before going into heavy traffic. Know how to
handle your bike in conditions such as wet or
sandy roads, high winds, and uneven surfaces.
Remember: Give yourself space. People driving
cars often just don't see motorcycles. Even when
drivers do see you, chances are they've never
been on a motorcycle and can't properly judge
your speed.
Information provided by: Motorcycle Safety
Foundation
Footnote: GWRRA offers their Advanced Rider
Course (ARC) and Trike Rider Course (TRC) geared
specifically towards the larger style cruiser bike or
trike. Contact your local Rider Educator for class
information. GWRRA has also recently announced
the Refresher ARC/TRC. This must be taken within
three years of a full up ARC/TRC, and can only be
done once before a full up ARC/TRC. The
advantage is a shorter class. It eliminates the
classroom portion, requiring some classroom
material on the course, and a slightly longer course
time, but overall, a shorter course.
Ride safe and have fun.
Craig Miller
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Motorist Awareness Division (MAD)
Karen Miller 106 Heritage Ln,
Summerville SC 29483
843-345-7890
Several times in the past month I have heard safety
talks that mentioned the co-rider and the role they
play in riding safely. If you are a co-rider or have
a co-rider, you should remember that you are
actually riding as a TEAM. The co-rider is an extra
set of eyes that can spot a hazard that the rider
may not see because they are busy negotiating the
hazards they DO see. You can also communicate
to other vehicles on the road what your bike is
about to do. That means you need to be in
communication with the rider and/or be able to
anticipate what the rider is about to do.
As a co-rider you should be looking for obstacles
or hazards right along with the rider. Once
spotted, the rider will need to make snap
decisions on how to get through them safely. You,
the co-rider should be able to communicate to
vehicles around you that you are about to make a
change. That change could be a lane change or
slowing down.
Many of you may have noticed the gloves I wear
with the red stop sign on the palm and the yellow
hazard sign on the back. They are reflective so
they will show up when lit by headlights. I am
Craig’s team member and when I know he needs
to make a lane change I do two things. First I
attempt to make eye contact with the driver of the
car next to us, and second, I indicate the direction
we need to move (right or left.) The symbols on
my gloves are designed to get their attention. If
we need to turn, I give the hand signal for the turn.
If we are stopping, I give the two-handed signal
for stopping with the red symbol facing the
vehicles behind us. All the while, we are in
communication with each other.
Sometimes I might
notice a vehicle that
looks like it’s going to
do something
unexpected, or I might
notice one coming up
fast. While I know he is
scanning his surroundings and checking his
mirrors, he cannot see all things at all times. I’m
his extra eyes and can warn him so he can react
safely. He can also communicate the hazard or
obstacle to others we are riding with so WE ALL
can ride safely.
Another thing I try to do is make eye contact with
other drivers. That way I know they see me, and if
they see me, they know we’re there. We are no
longer “invisible.” Generally I just give a friendly
smile or wave, but sometimes I need to
communicate with them using hand signals. Most
drivers are considerate and courteous; they will
generally yield. Occasionally, however, a driver
will not yield. I need to communicate that to
Craig, and Craig needs to communicate with other
riders so they are aware.
GWRRA has a “Team Riding” course that talks
about the importance of communication among all
riders. It is well worth takings. We also have a
“Co-Rider’s Seminar” that informs the co-rider of
the issues a rider faces and how to get safely out of
a situation should the rider become incapacitated
in some way. It also instructs you in how to be an
effective team member on the bike whether you
are on a group ride or of by yourselves. It is also
well worth the time investment.
The key is … the rider and co-rider are a team and
need to function as a team. By communicating to
other motorists around you of your intentions you
can ensure that your ride is enjoyable and incident
free. Other motorists will notice your riding
technique and will remember. THAT, friends, is
educating the motoring public about sharing the
road.
Ride Safe and Ride Alert!
Karen Miller
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2016 Couple of the Year
The Next Adventure
It was a very exciting moment - we were named the 2016 Couple of the Year (COY)
at the Chapter Gathering in February. A total surprise! As we walked back to our seats, folks
were congratulating us, wishing us good luck, telling us to keep up the good work, etc. But then
panic set in, how could we possibility follow the footsteps of the 2015 COY, Ron and Sissy Morris,
who set the bar so high with their enthusiasm and support for their GW family?
We joined GWRRA in October 2014 after Mike and Guy followed John home one night. They
were riding down Glen McConnell Parkway and saw John up ahead. John changed lanes, so did
Mike and Guy. John took a left, so did Mike and Guy - following him right to our driveway. They
extended an invitation to join them for two upcoming events, a Meet and Eat at East Bay Deli in
West Ashley and a ride to Lexington to participate in a charity event called “Ride for Kids”. We
were hooked and the rest is history.
The District COY, John and Cindy Wood, told us to “just keep doing what you are doing and
have fun”. Well during the past year our Chapter participated in a variety of things - we went to
several district rallies, visited other chapters, attended
Wing Ding in Alabama, took rider education classes,
participated in MAD events and attended many social
events. So I guess we will continue to do the same this
year and hope to meet more GW folks along the way.
Thank you for your vote of confidence, it is an honor
and privilege. We
will do our best to
represent and serve
as positive role
models for our
Chapter - we have
big shoes to fill.
John & MJ LeBlanc COY 2016
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Tid Bits of Information Here are some other news items you may find of interest. Submit info for this page to
What’s Going on in the Area
Mar 2-5 – Charleston Wine and Food Festival http://charlestonwineandfood.com
Mar 12 – St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival, North Myrtle Beach http://parks.nmb.us/Page.aspx?id=14
Mar 25-27 – RenoFest Bluegrass Festival, Hartsville http://www.renofrest.com
Mar 31-Apr 3 – Tartan Day South Festival, Columbia http://tartandaysouth.com/
Apr 1-3 – Flowertown Festival, Summerville http://www.flowertownfestival.org
Apr 23 – Central Railroad Festival, Clemson http://centralrrfestival.org/
Apr 24 – Blessing of the Fleet and Seafood Festival, Mount Pleasant http://www.comeonovermp.com
May 6-7 – Strawberry Festival, Fort Mill http://www.scstrawberryfestival.com
May 7 – 9th Annual Dragon Boat Festival,
Charleston http:/www.charlestondragonboatfestival.com
May 21-22 – Shaw Air Expo, Sumter http://www.shaw.af.mil/airexpo/
MJ & John
LeBlanc
Helpful Hints from the Kitchen
• To save money, pour all leftover vegetables
and water in which they are cooked into a
freezer container. When full, add tomato juice
and seasoning to create a "free" soup,
• Instant potatoes are a good stew thickener.
• When cooking vegetables that grow above
ground, the rule of thumb is to boil them
without a cover.
• A lump of sugar added to water when cooking
greens helps vegetables retain their fresh
color.
• To cut down on odors when cooking cabbage,
cauliflower, etc..., add a little vinegar to the
cooking water.
• Egg shells can be easily removed from hard-
boiled eggs if they are quickly rinsed in cold
water after they are boiled. Also, add a drop
of food coloring to help tell the cooked eggs
apart from the raw ones in your refrigerator.
Enjoy!
Evelyn Pittman
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What Happened Last Month Here are some things that took place last month. Submit info for this page to
Chapter Gathering
Our gathering was on Saturday, February 6th. The
meeting started at 11:30 and we had guests there
from District, Region, Chapters SC-P & SC-O. Then
we started filling our bellies at 12:30 at Logan’s,
Roadhouse, 211 Azalea Square Boulevard,
Summerville. Logans are providing the meals at
15% discounts. Hope to see all of you and more
next month.
Meet to Eats
We had two Meet to Eats last month. At the first
one, We enjoyed the food at Castille's, 975
Bacons Bridge Rd, Summerville. Our second
one was at the Wild Wing Cafe, 7618 Rivers
Ave, North Charleston. Over 20 folks at each,
and we had a great time at both. Hope to see
you at one next month.
Ride To Smithfield Chili Cook off
We had a nice ride to Smithfield, NC. They
had a great turnout for the Chili Cook-off.
Around 40 different chili's for judging.
Chapter C-2 in Smithfield was able to give 6-
$100 50/50's. Mel and I weren't able to win
one, but that was ok, we had a great time
seeing old friends.
Jekyll Island Trip
They had 11 folks go to Jekyll Island, with two
of those brave soles camping. A fun time was
had by all. See the article later in the
newsletter.
Valentines Day Dinner Show
We had four people enjoy a night out with
Elvis. For more info, see article on next page.
Kathy’s Craft Night
We had 7 people to show and make the
memory bracelets. They all had a blast. Do
you have an idea for a craft night? Contact
Kathy at [email protected] or cell phone at
843-509-9669
Bill’s Ride on Saturday
Nine Chapter G Members enjoyed a nice ride to
Hemingway on Saturday morning Feb 20th. Other
than a bunch of clouds, it was a beautiful day. We
visited with a good sized group from Chapter J
who had just finished eating at Kenny’s when we
got there. Two of them were riding new Hannigan
Trikes & we met a man who said he is the Hannigan
dealer in Conway. About half of our riders (who
had previously eaten at Scott’s & Kenny’s) ate at
Kenny’s and the others went to Scott’s; however,
they said it was too crowded at Scott’s so they
returned & ate at Kenny’s. We heard about
another place nearby (Big D’s) that we will
probably check out the next time we are heading
up that way.
District Plaque Capture
We had 10 folks to show up for February’s
plaque capture, which was hosted by Chapter
“E” at Carolina Fine Foods in Simpsonville.
There were 160 people in attendance, with
two huge 50/25/25 drawings.
The Chapter of the Year
announcements were made.
Our Chapter took Bronze this
past year. While, Chapters F &
P took Silver, and making
Chapter P the CHOY again,
with Gold. Congratulations
Chapter P.
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February News:
by Karen Miller
February was a busy month for chapter SC-G! It
began with a very productive gathering. We
were visited by
chapters SC-P and SC-
O, who presented us
with the “Hot Potato!”
It was SO hot that we
took it up to SC-J in
Myrtle Beach to get rid
of it! Mike and Mary
Coral and Glen and
Donna Baumgarner
from District Staff also
visited.
The biggest thrill of
the gathering was
announcing our new
Couple of the Year.
Ron and Sissy Morris
represented our
chapter well for the
past year and passed
the torch to John and MJ LeBlanc.
Congratulations John and JM!
On Sunday after the
gathering we
congregated at John
and MJ’s home for fun,
food and SUPER BOWL!
While not everyone was
rooting for the same
team, everyone had a
great time.
There were two
groups who
celebrated Valentines
Day in special ways.
One group headed to
Jekyll Island in
southern Georgia for
the four day weekend
trip. They had some
great weather, great
food and lot’s of
sights to take in. They
took a stroll
enjoying the drift
wood on the beach,
and visited many of
the sights in the local
area. What a great
way to spend
Valentines day.
The second group,
consisting of Anita
Fender, Robert
Tew, and Karen
and Craig Miller,
took in a Vegas
style show at the
American Legion
on Howe Hall Road in Goose Creek. We were
treated to
Garth
Brooks,
Trisha
Yearwood,
Kenny
Rogers,
Dolly
Parton,
Willy Nelson and
“The King.”It was a
fun night of good
entertainment.
As we enter March,
we have lots of
activities and rides
on the calendar.
Hopefully we’ll see
everyone at some of
them. I look forward
to the beautiful
spring weather and the promise of warmer
temperatures and beautiful scenery coming
alive again after a winter hibernation.
Karen Miller
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Jekyll Island is located
about 10 miles east of
Brunswick Georgia. In
the 1770's general
James Oglethorpe
maintained an out post
on the island. In 1794 a
French family, the
Bignon's bought the
island. In 1886 the
Bignon family sold the
island to the Jekyll Island Club. The Jekyll Island
Club was limited to 100 members which included
the wealthiest American businessmen of the time.
Considered the most exclusive social club in the
country, its membership included the Astor’s,
Crane’s, Vanderbilt’s, Pulitzers, Morgan’s,
Gould’s, McCormick’s and Rockefellers. The
members built a large club house, now the Jekyll
Island Club Hotel, and a number of luxurious
"cottages". It was here that in 1910 the concept of
the Federal Reserve was conceived. The Federal
Reserve was founded by six wealthy financiers and
a U.S. senator. In 1931 it was estimated that 1/6 of
the world's wealth was controlled by the members
of the Jekyll Island Club. In 1942 the U.S.
government evacuated the island and in 1947 the
club sold the island to the state of Georgia. Today
Jekyll Island is a Georgia state park.
In addition to the historic district, Jekyll Island
offers ocean front hotels, restaurants, 4 golf
courses, hiking and biking trails all over the island
and plenty of beaches! It also has a great camp
ground, lots of good fishing, many other water
sports and a good size water park with a giant
water slide.
Our wonderful weekend began Thursday
February 11, 2016
with Dan and Evelyn
Pittman, Lupe and
Dee Carrera, Dennis
and Sue DeFendi,
Floyd and Kathy
Truluck, along with
Kathy’s mom Mary
Ogden, checking
into the Hampton
Inn, Jekyll Island.
And then we had two
brave cold weather
folks Rick and Esther
Palmer got checked in
and got their camper
setup up at the Jekyll
Island Camp Ground.
After every one had
checked in and gotten
settled we met for our
1st meal together at
“The Wee Pub”. We enjoyed wonderful
conversation and good food.
Friday morning all of us except for Rick and Floyd
headed to St. Simons Island for the day. We began
by wandering around and shopping at the St.
Simons’ Pier Village area. Located on the south
end of the Island, St. Simons' Pier Village district
serves as the downtown social hub and is a
popular destination for shopping, dining,
gathering on the pier, nearby lighthouse,
playground and picnic areas. Overlooking the
ocean and Jekyll Island across the way, you'll find
the St. Simons Lighthouse and Museum, Neptune
Park with its ocean side pool and facilities,
playground, miniature golf course, and an oak
shaded picnic area, fishing pier, public library and
theatre. We saw the St. Simons Lighthouse, built in
1815, but replaced many times. The1st one was a
harbor light, then a coastal light replaced it.
Located on the southern point of St Simons Island it
marked the entrance to St Simons Sound. The
lighthouse board raised the status in 1857 by
installing a 3rd order
lens, but is was
destroyed during the
Civil war. In 1870
work on the new one
started then
completed and lit in
September 1872. It
can be seen for 16
miles and is still
working to date.
We regrouped and headed to Palm Coast Café for
lunch. The weather was good so we sat outside in
the garden and enjoyed soups, salads, Greek
(Continued on page 11)
Valentines Weekend - Jekyll Island Trip
February 11 - 14, 2016
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plates and sandwiches. After lunch we walked
down to the pier then headed off for a tour around
the island. Meanwhile, still on Jekyll Island Rick
and Floyd are chasing golf balls around the Jekyll
Island Golf Course and having a wonderful day
enjoying the sun and golf cart rides. After their
game of golf they drove over to St. Simons to meet
the group for an early dinner at Barbara Jeans.
Then we headed back to Jekyll Island to the camp
ground for S 'mores around the camp fire at Esther
& Rick’s. For several folks it was the first time
eating s 'mores and we all enjoyed them very
much!
Saturday morning after breakfast we headed out to
the Jekyll Island Historic District on the west side
of the island for a tour of the Georgia Sea Turtle
Center. The Georgia Sea Turtle Center is a
hospital for sick and injured sea turtles, and is the
only rescue and rehabilitation hospital of its kind
in Georgia. The Center is open to the public and
offers an interactive
exhibit gallery and
rehabilitation pavilion
where you can see and
learn about sea turtle
patients. During the
nesting months of
summer (June and July),
(Continued from page 10) the center leads nightly turtle walks. Once the
turtles hatch in August, the center gives hatchling
walks at dawn a few times each week.
After the tour we
stayed in the historic
area and toured the
cottage shops and
imagined what it was
like over 100 years
ago! The historic
district is very
fascinating with many
beautiful buildings and gardens The district is
also just across the street from the marsh with
beautiful sunset views. We especially enjoyed the
beautiful live oak trees. Then we headed off to
visit Drift wood Beach at the north end of the
island. Down near the Jekyll Pier there is a curve
on the beach where you discover a bunch of
mangrove trees overlooking the ocean. Following
the trail we went straight to the Driftwood Beach!
Beach animals such as porpoises, egrets,
periwinkle snails, fiddler crabs and herons can be
seen from this unique area. The beach is
absolutely
beautiful with
driftwood
scattered
everywhere and
there are
horseback rides
on the beach by
a local tour
group.
Our Valentines' Day dinner was Saturday evening
at Zachary’s Grill in Brunswick where we enjoyed
a lovely evening together celebrating. Again, a
great time had by all, including Rick and Esther,
whom took a break from their camper.
Of course, then Sunday rolled around, and off we
go heading back home. All in all it was a
wonderful weekend, with great weather, fun by all
and we look forward to the next trip.
Kathy Truluck.
Valentines Weekend - Jekyll Island Trip (Cont)
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What’s Happening This Month and Beyond Here are some things that are coming up in the future. Submit info for this page to
Chapter Gathering
Our next gathering will be on March 5th. Plan
to arrive at 11:00am, so food orders can be
placed before we start our meeting at
11:30am. Food will be served at 12:30, or as
we finish the meeting. We will be meeting in
the back room, so just tell them at the desk
you are with the Gold Wing Group. We will
be given a 15% discount on any menu item,
excluding alcoholic beverages, so come on
out and find out what we have going on. And
weather permitting, we should have a after
meeting ride.
Key West Trip
We are planning a ride to Florida leaving Saturday
March 5 and returning Friday or Saturday March
11 or 12. The ride will be both back roads/
interstate and could include some night riding. We
could also experience traffic delays and inclement
weather. Two days will be 400 mile rides but we
will stop every 100 miles or so. Each person/
couple should book their own hotel rooms.
Excursions tentatively include an airboat tour of
Everglades, ride thru alligator alley, lunch in Key
West, Daytona Bike Week, obtain Dairy Queen
patch, and lunch in St Augustine. Will also try to
line up GWRRA chapter visits.
Itinerary:
March 5 Saturday
Ride to Clermont area - hotel 1 night
March 6-7-8 Sunday, Monday, Tuesday
Ride to Homestead area - hotel 3 nights
March 9-10 Wednesday, Thursday
Ride to Deltona area - hotel 2 or 3 nights
We will head back either Friday or Saturday.
Meet to Eats
We only have one meet and eat this month will
be at Madra Rua Irish Pub, 1034 E Montague
Ave, North Charleston on Thursday, 10 March.
This is almost at Virginia Ave in the old part of
N. Charleston. We will eat at 6:30.
Members Meal
Have you checked to see if you have earned
your free meal, or even a discounted meal. Our
Members Meal, will be on 24 March at
Easterby's Family Grille, 2388 Ashley River Rd,
Charleston. We will not eat until 7:00pm. You
MUST have your advanced tickets to attend,
since the chapter is paying our portion of the
meal you have earned. To get your tickets,
contact Evelyn Pitman or Mike Melton.
Three Chapter Gathering
This gathering will be hosted by Chapter S on
March 19th. The gathering will be held at the
Back Porch Restaurant in Prosperity. The
address is 11635 CR Koon Hwy. Prosperity SC.
Eat at 12:00 and Meet at 1:00 pm. We will meet
and depart from the Sunoco Gas Station in
Summerville, at the intersection of Alt 17 &
Hwy 176 at 8:30am.
Kathy’s Craft Night
Kathy's Craft is now the third Thursday of the
month, and this month will be on March 17th
from 7pm-9pm. This month, they will be
making Easter Wreaths. You will need plastic
eggs, ribbon or material, grass (plastic or
paper. For more info, contact Kathy phone at
843-509-9669 or email [email protected].
Maintenance Day
March maintenance day will be held at Floyd
and Kathy Truluck’s on Saturday, 12 March with
maintenance starting at 8am and eating
around 1:00pm. If you need help with
something, be sure to contact Mike to schedule
it, so we can make sure we have the tools
necessary. Bring your parts and supplies.
Don’t forget a covered dish, we all like to eat.
Monthly Plaque Capture
March’s plaque capture will be hosted by
Chapter “H” in York on March 26.
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MARCH 2016 GWRRA Event / Ride Schedule for Chapter “G”
Upcoming Events
9 Apr- Chapter “G” Frogmore & Education Seminars
21 - 23 April—Georgia Rally
12 - 15 May—Spring Mountain Trip
19 - 21 May—Alabama Rally
Ride To Eat
Eat at 6:30pm
10 MAR - Madra Rua Irish Pub, 1034 E Montague Ave, North
Charleston
24 MAR - Members Meal at Easterby's Family Grille, 2388 Ashley
River Rd, Charleston Eat at 7:00pm (You MUST have a ticket to attend)
THIS MONTH IN CHAPTER ‘G’ Everything on this calendar is subject to change. Check our online calendar for the most up to date info at www.gwrra-sc-g.org
5 MAR - Chapter Gathering & Ride - Logan's Roadhouse, 211 Azalea Square Boulevard, Summerville, Meet at 11:30am, Eat - 12:30pm, Ride afterwards.
10 MAR - Meet to Eat, Madra Rua Irish Pub, 1034 E Montague Ave, North Charleston, Eat at 6:30 pm
12 MAR - Chapter Maintenance Day. Eat at 1:00pm. MX starts at 8:00am
15 MAR - Team Meeting, 6:30 pm
17 MAR - Kathy’s Craft Night. Will meet at Kathy’s house. See newsletter article for more details.
19 MAR - Ride to 3 Chapter Gathering in Prosperity, SC. KSU at 8:30am from Sunoco at Alt 78 & Hwy 176.
24 MAR - Our Members Meal, will be at Easterby's Family Grille, 2388 Ashley River Rd, Charleston, Eat at 7:00pm. You MUST have advanced tickets
for us to pay for your meal or the portion you are due. Get your tickets at the Chapter Gathering, or contact Evelyn Pitman or Mike Melton.
26 MAR - Plaque Capture, Will be riding to SC-H in York, SC. More details to come
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Plaque Attack
Meet To Eat
Members Meal
Chapter ‘G’ Gathering & Ride
Chapter ‘G’ Gathering & Ride
Team Meeting
Chapter ‘G’ MX Day
Florida District Rally, Orlando - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - >
St. Patricks Day Daylight Savings Time - Move Fwd
Easter Sunday
Kathy’s Craft Night 3 Chapter
Gathering
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APRIL 2016 GWRRA Event / Ride Schedule for Chapter “G”
Upcoming Events
12 - 15 May—Spring Mountain Trip
19 - 21 May—Alabama Rally, Eufaula
14 - 16 July SC Rally, Anderson
31 Aug - 3 Sep—Wing Ding, Billings MT
Ride To Eat
Eat at 6:30pm
14 APR - St James Place Grille, 216 St James Ave, Goose
Creek
28 APR - Swig & Swine, 1217 Savannah Hwy, Charleston
THIS MONTH IN CHAPTER ‘G’ Everything on this calendar is subject to change. Check our online calendar for the most up to date info at www.gwrra-sc-g.org
2 APR - Chapter Gathering & Ride - Logan's Roadhouse, 211 Azalea Square Boulevard, Summerville, Meet at 11:30am, Eat - 12:30pm, Ride afterwards.
9 APR - Chapter Frogmore & Education Seminars, At Guy’s house. Seminars start at 9am. Eat at 1:00pm. Advance tickets must be purchased.
10 APR - Ride for the Kids, Columbia. Registration starts at Noon.
14 APR - Meet to Eat, St James Place Grille, 216 St James Ave, Goose Creek, Eat at 6:30pm
19 APR - Team Meeting at Rio Chico Mexican Restaurant, 1724 State Road, Summerville, SC
21 APR - Kathy’s Craft Night.— 7PM.
28 APR - Meet to Eat, Swig & Swine, 1217 Savannah Hwy, Charleston, Eat at 6:30pm
30 APR - Plaque Attack - More info to come.
Chapter ‘G’ Gathering & Ride
Plaque Attack Meet To Eat
Meet To Eat
Kathy’sCrafts Night
Chapter ‘G’ Gathering & Ride
Team Meeting Georgia District GWRRA Rally, Dolton - - - - - - - - - - >
Easter Sunday
Frogmore & Education Seminars
Ride for the Kids, Columbia
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Spring Mtn Trip
MAY 2016 GWRRA Event / Ride Schedule for Chapter “G”
Upcoming Events
14 - 16 July SC Rally, Anderson
31 Aug - 3 Sep—Wing Ding, Billings MT
Ride To Eat
Eat at 6:30pm
12 MAY - Carolina Ale House, 191 Sigma Dr, Summerville
26 MAY - Ms. Rose's Fine Food & Cocktails, 1090 Sam Rittenberg
Blvd, Charleston
THIS MONTH IN CHAPTER ‘G’ Everything on this calendar is subject to change. Check our online calendar for the most up to date info at www.gwrra-sc-g.org
2 MAY - Chapter Gathering & Ride - Logan's Roadhouse, 211 Azalea Square Boulevard, Summerville, Meet at 11:30am, Eat - 12:30pm, Ride afterwards
12 - 15 MAY - Spring Mountain Trip, Murphy, NC
12 MAY - Meet to Eat, Carolina Ale House, 191 Sigma Dr, Summerville, Eat at 6:30pm
17 MAY - Team Meeting, Location TBD
19 MAY - Kathy’s Craft Night.— 7PM.
26 MAY - Meet to Eat, Ms. Rose's Fine Food & Cocktails, 1090 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, Charleston, Eat at 6:30pm
28 MAY - Plaque Attack - More info to come.
Chapter ‘G’ Gathering & Ride
Plaque Attack Meet To Eat
Meet To Eat
Kathy’sCrafts Night
Mother’s Day
Chapter ‘G’ Gathering & Ride
Alabama Rally / Convention, Eufaula- - - - - - - - - - - - - - > Team Meeting
Spring Mountain Trip - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - >
Memorial Day
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THE BULLETIN BOARD
FFFRIENDSRIENDSRIENDS FFFOROROR FFFUNUNUN, S, S, SAFETYAFETYAFETY ANDANDAND KKKNOWLEDGNOWLEDGNOWLEDGEEE
MARCH
George Dangerfield ................ March 7
John Lewis ............................. March 8
Joe Cooper ............................. March 10
Jeanie Hyatt ........................... March 25
Diana Carrera ......................... March 25
Richard Carter ....................... March 27
MARCH
ANNIVERSARIES
REGION / DISTRICT EVENTS
17 - 19 March — Florida Rally, Orlando 21 - 23 April — Georgia Rally, Dolton 19 - 21 May — Alabama Rally, Eufaula
14 - 16 July — SC Rally, Anderson 31 Aug - 3 Sep — Wing Ding, Billings, MT
13 - 15 Oct — MS Rally, Gulfport 27 - 29 Oct — Region A Rally, Eufaula
The weather is getting better and more motorcycles are out on the roads. Remember the
drivers of cars have not used to seeing a lot of bikes. So while you’re riding, make sure you can
be seen and stay alert. Be alert and have a GREAT riding season.
Note: If you are new to Chapter ‘G’, or if we've missed your birthday or anniversary, please send an email to Evelyn Pittman [email protected]. Include your name, birthday (no year needed) and anniversary (also no year needed).
(Only one we know about)
Richard & Cindy Carter ... March 19
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Things To Come Here are some things that are coming up in the future. Submit info for this page to
What you would like to put in!!!
This goes to all of you.
If any of you take a ride and would like to put in a story and pic...
If you have a business and want to put in a copy of your card...
If you know a place which you received excellent service that you think GWRRA would be
interested in…
If you have something to sell or give away...
Send them to us. Remember, this newsletter is only as good as the people sharing their
information. Thank you each and everyone for all you do.
Send me anything you would like. Ron Morris [email protected] or text 843-513-9910
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