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F R I E N D S F O R F U N , S A F E T Y, K N O W L E D G E
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Denny’s Restaurant
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Events/Activities for January 2016
Jan 1
New Year’s Day.
Jan 3
8:30
Breakfast at New Beginnings Plainfield & Northland Dr.
Jan 6
6:30
Team meeting at Jim Hake’s house
1826 Deepwood Dr.
Wyoming MI 49519
Jan 10
8:30
Gathering at Dennys 44th & 131
Jan 16
8:30
Breakfast at New Beginnings Plainfield & Northland Dr.
Jan 23
4:00 - 7:00+ Winter Party Bob Toedebusch’s house.
5927 Stout Creek Ct
Belmont MI 49306
Meat will be provided. Bring a dish to pass
Jan 31
8:30
Breakfast at Dennys 44th & 131
A big IF in January is, “Will there be any riding?” The answer is YES, if the roads are clear,
wind’s not gusting more than 15mph, the sun is shinning, the temp is higher than 30º… 😏
There has always been an issue about starting times. When the time
states 8:30, about 3/4 of the participants show up at 8:00.
Now, if we state the start time is 8:00, will the same participants show up
at 7:30?
THAT is the big question and is up to debate.
Your input is important here…🤔
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Chapter G
Senior Director’s Report
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We ended 2015 mourning the loss of Ron Rowe. He was a former Chapter Director who helped start
the annual Midnight Ride. His vision was carried on for 29 years. There will be some changes this
coming year. You’ll have to stay tuned to find out.
The new year is about to start. My goal is to make it a great one, filled with fun and lots of rides. We
hope to have this year’s ride schedule by the end of the month.
We will be going to Billings Montana for WingDing 38. Someone mentioned that we also try a color
ride on the Blue Ridge. We need your suggestions for rides, maybe some we haven’t done in a long
time.
I do appreciate all the help I get from the members of MI-G! It makes my job go a lot easier and
gives me more time to ride. So, let's make this year better by getting more people riding. We need
more people involved in getting new members to come riding with us.
We will be having some of our meetings for breakfast on one Saturday a month, for those who
haven't been coming because you go to church. So you may be able to come now. Hopefully, you
will take advantage of the Saturday to meet the other members. Also to see if you can talk some
friends into joining us for a ride. We will be riding after breakfast on Saturday, the same as Sunday,
weather permitting. AND REMEMBER, some of us ride year ‘round…
Right now I am sitting here looking out my window at snow, ice, sleet, freezing rain and thinking,
“When is my next ride!”.. We have a winter party, planned in January at Bob & Lori Toedebusch’s
house. Please check the calendar for time and directions. See you all there.
Your SCD
Ezra Bostic
Happy New Year Everyone! There are many things to look back on and say that we have had a very
great 2015! New members were added to our large family of friends and riders! We have enjoyed
many rides together, making many great and unforgettable events. So, let’s plan to make HISTORY
in 2016 to have the greatest Chapter in GWRRA! It can only happen with you. Get involved in
helping to create exciting rides or events. Your suggestions are always welcome.
May your NEW YEAR see that you and your loved ones are safe and happy!
“May the Force be with you”
Marilynn Bostic
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Rider Education
BOB UNGREY
MI-G Rider Ed
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By John Del Santo (A few words changed by me) Bob
The winter season is upon us, and along with the rush and hustle, we can expect
the accident rate to go up. The parking lots are a zoo at this time of year, and
17% of all urban accidents occur right there! If someone backs into a car, they'll
crush a door... If they back into your bike they'll crush your leg. As you roll
through any parking lot, watch the parked cars for brake lights, back-up lights and
motion. Be ready with your brakes (both), your throttle and the horn.
With winter upon us, there are some drastic changes in temperature. Layer your
clothing so that you can remove it as the day gets warmer or put back on toward
evening. A lot of heat loss happens through the neck and head... keep that area
covered and warm. Good warm socks or insulated boots will protect your feet
where the circulation is the least. Stop for more frequent breaks to get your
circulation moving. We are trying to prevent hypothermia. The warning signs are
feeling cold, getting the chills, shallow breathing and a feeling of sleepiness.
Using any alcohol will only slow the circulation further and put you in deeper
danger. The results of hypothermia to a rider should not be ignored as you may
become disoriented or fall asleep.
Santa only takes that sleigh out for one day a year, and look how well he dresses
for the weather. A few of us are out there on the bikes all winter long, no matter
what the weather, so we need to ride smart. Take frequent breaks and keep
warm. Frequent high protein snacks to keep your body furnace fueled is a good
idea. Many cold medicines can be as deadly to a driver as alcohol. READ the
label! How's the tread on those tires? We all hope to be around for the New Year.
So ride sober, warm and Ride safely!
Until Next Month,
Your new Rider Educator
Bob Ungrey MI-G
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Linda Hake
Don Houda
CJ Shroll
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Carolyn Wheeler
Anniversaries
If you have items for sale, if you need an item, or if you want to give items
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MI-G TEAM CONTACTS
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Chapter G Directors
Ezra & Marilynn Bostic
bosticez1@sbcglobal.net
616-791-4587
Attendance
John Smith
616-554-6134
jsmith7073@att.net
Chapter G ACD
Newsletter Editor
Howard Stob
mr.wingman@me.com
616-538-1087
Phone Tree Coordinators
Pete and Sherry Wright
616-361-6287
SherryWright60@yahoo.com
Chapter G
2015 Couple of the Year
Rodney DeJonge & Dar Koza
R:616-291-7948
D:616-970-3849
abbatrucking@gmail.com
kozadarlene@yahoo.com
Chapter G Treasurer
Jim Hake
jfhake@ameritech.net
616 773-9670
Advertising Dept
Greeters
50/50
Harry & Marcia Emmert
616-363-2159
emmert.sr@comcast.net
Chapter G Brag Book
Jane Ungrey
616-784-6563
bobungrey@ymail.com
Road Captain
Bob Toedebusch
(616) 706-9932
rtoedebusch@msn.com
Rider Ed
Bob Ungrey
616 784-6563
bobungrey@ymail.com
Events Coordinator
Mike & Karen Wallis
616 284-9221
karelenice@aol.com
Web Guru
C.J. Shroll
616-437-0305
cjshroll@aol.com
Chapter G Website
http://www.gwrra-mi-g.org
Chapter Photographer
Sunshine Lady
Dar Koza
616-970-3849
kozadarlene@yahoo.com
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Michigan District Directors
Bob & Kim Scott
bobscott@ejourney.com
(989) 429-9144
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Assistant District Educators
Dennis & Felicia Schulte
felicia@glis.net
Phone: (989) 269-3998
Leadership Training...
District Trainers
Webmaster-COY Coordinator
Ken Kintner & Patti Kintner
ken@vplenawee.com
patti@vplenawee.com
Phone: 517-265-2667(H)
517-902-9893(K)
Patti (after 5pm only please)
517-902-6222(P)
Assistant District Directors:
Northern Section
Frank & Deb King
fking72@hotmail.com
Phone: (906) 440-2133
Chapters J2, Q, Y, & Z
Assistant District Directors:
Western Section
Contact
District Directors
Bob & Kim Scott
bobscott@ejourney.com
(989) 429-9144
Chapters C2, D, G, G2, K2, N,O, S & R2
Phone: (810) 397-1813
District Membership Enhancement...
District Coordinators
Randy & Cheryl Wiggins cwiggi@comcast.net
Phone: 231-557-4792
District Treasurer
Durand & Lonnie Benjamin Jr
gwrramitreas@gmail.com
(810) 245-3652
Assistant District Directors:
East Central Section
Rob & Pam Robinson
Chapters A, D2, E, F, F2, L,
Q2, U, V, & V2
Rob (248) 255-5859
bjr365@comcast.net
Pam (248) 255-5860
pjr365@gmail.com
Michigan
Couple of the Year 2015...
Bob & Marcia Kinsey
rkinsey@tc3net.com
Advisory Team Members:
Larry Terryn larryterryn@comcast.net
Phone: (586) 786-6807
Audrey Holmes IanMich1@aol.com
Phone: (734) 281-2698
Assistant District Directors:
Southeast Section
Bob & Nancy Natter
bobandnancy1000@comcast.Net
Chapters C, H, H2, J, R,
S2, W & W2
Phone: 734-421-8250
District Educator
Richard Andreen
miridered@yahoo.com
Phone: (810) 834-9125
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Region D Directors
Becky & Lloyd Glydewell
937-322-7156 (Home)
937-360-3191 (Lloyd Cell)
937-631-4045 (Becky Cell)
Email: lglydewell@att.net Region D Treasurers
Leon Rogers & Tracey Enicks
937-423-1200
Leon’s Cell
Email: Rogers15@earthlink.net
Region D Ride Educators
John & Laurel Kuehl
219-464-4663 Home
Email: Wingit2up@gmail.com
Region D Leadership
Trainers
Kathleen & Ken Heibel
616-901-2767
Kathleen’s Cell--after 5 pm.
Email:
Kahiball58@comcast.net
Region D Membership
Enhancement Coordinators
Gary & Carol Meyerholtz
812-639-7776 Gary’s Cell
812-631-3203 Carol's Cell
Email: regiondmec@gmail.com
Region D Vendor
Coordinators
George & Jeanie Fowler
740-427-2520 Home
Email: p.fowler.j@gmail.com
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Mark & Dawn Reed assisted by sons
Matthew & Nicholas
219-866-4386
Email: dawnnmark@embarqmail.com
Region D Couple of the Year
Chuck & Melanie Geggie
513-312-6665 Melanie
513-312-0224 Chuck
Email: cwgeggie@gmail.com
Region D Webmaster
Howard Pletcher
260-255-9992 Cell
Email: hrpletch@gmail.com
Indiana District Directors
Ray & Melinda Faber
765 307-0134 Ray
765 307-0661 Melinda
Email: indd2016@yahoo.com
Michigan District Directors
Bob & Kim Scott
989-429-9144
Email: bobnkim58@gmail.com
Ohio District Directors
Rudy & Linda Copeland
Email: director@ohiogwrra.org
Region D Newsletter Editor
Killey & Dustin Shuck
765-490-0686
Email: kshuck.goldwing@gmail.com
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GWRRA National Website
http://www.gwrra.org/
Region D Website
http://www.gwrra-regiond.org
Michigan District Website
http://www.gwrra-mi.org
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