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VOLUME 33, ISSUE 1
FREEDOM FLYER
JANUARY 2015
Legislative Day Agenda 2015
Thursday ~ American Legion-January 15, 2015
6:00 pm
7:00 pm
8:00 pm
Registration table opens
IMPAC Meeting (Open to Membership) Dianna’s Report
Meet and Greet Legislators
Friday ~ State Capitol - January 16, 2015
7 am to 10 am
10:00 am
10:30 am
Coffee & Rolls in Wings
Group Photo
Committees & Capitol Self-Tours
Friday ~ American Legion - January 16, 2015
11:30 am
1:00 pm
2:30 to 3:30 pm
3:30 pm
5:30 pm
6:00 pm
7:00 pm
8:00 pm
9:00 pm
Lunch (Hosted by Sioux Falls Chapter)
Opening Ceremonies
Presentation - TBA
Presentations - TBA
Social / Break
Dinner (Hosted by Oahe Chapter)
Presentation of Awards & Address by State Coordinator
Minnow Races
Membership Social
Saturday ~ American Legion - January 17, 2015
9:00 am
10:00 am
Breakfast (Hosted by Zzen Chapter)
Board Meeting
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
State Coordinator’s Report
Jiggs Cressy
3
Letter to the Editor
7
Good Times Calendar
20-21
Chaplains Report
Auggie & Sunshine Minzlaff
3
Around the State w/Phil
Phil Hohm
8
New ABATE of SD Members/
Application for Membership
22
MRF/ Legislative Report John
Steele/MRF Application
4
ABATE of SD Chapter
Reports
9-18
Business Supporter
Application
23
November Board of Directors
Meeting Minutes
5-6
ABATE of SD Supporters
19
Classifieds
24
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ABATE OF SOUTH DAKOTA, INC.
ABATE of South Dakota, Inc.
#243 2601 S. Minnesota Ave. STE 105
Sioux Falls, SD 57105-4750
State Officers
State Committee Chairpersons
Coordinator - Jiggs Cressy
(605) 391-6361 email: jac98fxd@aol.com
Vice - Coordinator - Rod “Thumper” Hersrud
(605) 690-1364 email: trudie@brookings.net
Treasurer - Jan Weismantel
(605) 225-5474 email: jaws305@abe.midco.net
Legislative Officer - John Steele
(605) 661-4895 email: sdimpacchair@yahoo.com
Secretary - Bobbie Mathews
(605) 354-1226 email: abatesdsecretary@gmail.com
Membership Secretary - Karline Clark
(605) 430-1670 email: kcspoiled@rap.midco.net
State MRF Representative - John Steele
(605) 661-4895 email: sdmrfrep@yahoo.com
State Products Manager - Trudie Hersrud
(605) 697-5708 email: trudie@brookings.net
State Promotions - Wayne Lettau
(605) 720-0263 email: tiny77_69@yahoo.com
State Webmaster - Darrel Killion
(605) 256-2188 email: killond1@yahoo.com
State Historian - John Addy
(605) 296-3354 email: slacksd@aol.com
State Board of Directors
Aberdeen ............................................... Mark Schuett
Black Hills...................... Wayne Lettau (605) 720-0263
East Central ....................Dale England (605) 291-9035
Lake ................................ Dan Nugent (605) 256-3728
Lewis & Clark... .......... Lloyd Vanburen (605) 263-3263
North East ...................... Curt Watkins (605) 280-5860
Northstar .......................... Ray Bokker (605) 835-8065
Oahe ..................... Lori Butler staterep@oaheabate.com
Rushmore ................ Sunshine Minzlaff (605) 787-9136
Sioux Falls .............................. Al Luze (605) 521-9557
Sioux River .................. Cal Stainbrook (605) 627-5306
South Central ........ ...Duane Chalmers (605) 487-6210
South East .......... …...Larry Reemts zzeppor@gmail.com
Those Guys .................. Dennis Hasche (605) 321-6305
Windriders.......................... Phil Hohm (605) 352-7009
Zzen ........................John “Slack” Addy (605) 296-3354
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STATE COORDINATOR’S REPORT - JIGGS CRESSY
HAPPY NEW YEARS!!!!!!!
and show your legislator
know that you are willing
to make a sacrifice to get
this passed.
soon and we need as many
leather clad freedom fighters as
we can in the halls of the
Statehouse. So please plan on
attending and bring a friend with
When the bill comes before
you.
a committee please make
an effort to come and “I predict future happiness for
testify, or contact the Americans, if they can prevent the
legislators sitting on the government from wasting the
committee to let them labors of the people under the
know that you want this pretense of taking care of them.”
passed.
― Thomas Jefferson
With a new year come new hopes
and new dreams. And for ABATE
of South Dakota it is no different.
As of the writing of this article we
▪
are going to introduce a bill in this
year’s legislature to repeal the
handlebar height restriction. We
have listened to the vocal
membership and are going
forward with this effort. This is
going to be an uphill battle and
we are going to need lots of help
Like I said this is going to be an
from the membership. So what
uphill battle and we are going to
Keep Your Knees in the Breeze
can you do as a member?
need all the membership help that
▪ Read the information on we can get. This needs to be a Jiggs
why it needs to be grassroots effort on all sides. If
repealed in this newsletter. you ride with apes I will be
expecting you to join us in this
▪ Contact your legislator and
effort to repeal the antiquated
explain why we want to
law. If you know someone who
real this antiquated law.
rides with apes please pass this
▪ Ask your legislator if they on to them and if they are not
would sponsor or co- ABATE members please sign them
sponsor this bill.
up.
▪
Come to legislative days Legislative days will be coming up
ABATE CHAPLAIN’S CORNER - AUGGIE & SUNSHINE MINZLAFF
Life is an Echo
"What you send out - comes back
What you sow - you reap
What you give - you get
What you see in others - exists in
you
Remember - life is an echo
It always gets back to you; so
give it goodness"
(Author unknown)
If you find happiness, people may God!" (Author unknown)
be jealous. Be happy anyway.
1 Thess 5:11 "Therefore comfort
The good you do today may be each other and edify (build up)
forgotten tomorrow.
Do good one another just as you are
anyway.
doing."
Give the world the best you have It can be a hard job (or a heavy
and
it
may
never
b e load) but many of us are already
enough. Give your best anyway. doing it. Let's make this a year
we all pitch in and help ABATE,
"People are often unreasonable For you see, in the end, it is MRF and one another!
and self-centered. Forgive them between you and God. It was
anyway.
never between you and them Ride FREE, Ride safe, and ride
anyway." (Mother Teresa)
often.
If you are kind, people may
accuse you of ulterior motives. Be "Always pray to have eyes that In His service,
kind anyway.
see the best in people, a heart Sunshine and Auggie
that forgives the worst, a mind
If you are honest, people may that forgets the bad, and a soul
cheat you. Be honest anyway.
that never loses faith in
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MRF REPORT & LEGISLATIVE OFFICER REPORT - JOHN STEELE
As I’m sure everyone is aware, the
U.S. Congress is still as contentious as
ever. As this article is being written,
they are trying to get so me
nominations done & passing a huge
spending bill so they can leave for
Christmas recess. Our MRF VP of
Government Relations, Jeff Hennie,
recently reported the following;
“The House Oversight Committee held
a hearing on the EPA's handling of the
Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS). The
committee findings are that the RFS
needs to be changed to reflect the
current fuel landscape. They
determined that it’s far too difficult to
find traditional, ethanol-free fuel. It
was noted that some municipalities
have no other option other than
ethanol blends. The purpose of the
RFS was to allow for the sale of
ethanol, but at the same time,
traditional fuels should be available as
well. The Congress is likely to act on
ethanol bills in the next Congress. The
assumptions of the RFS have not come
to fruition, & are likely to be
addressed. In fact, during the hearing
the committee specifically mentioned
how the higher ethanol blends are
damaging to motorcycles.”
Our state legislative session starts
January 13th & will last until March
13th. Legislative Days are January 15,
16 and 17. This next session will see a
big Highway/Bridge funding bill as I
reported last month & we will need to
watch it very carefully. Also, as I
reported last month we will be
pursuing the repeal of the handlebar
height statute. This repeal is going to
require membership to get active in
supporting this repeal by contacting
their respective legislators while in
Pierre & also when they’re home at
cracker barrels. We will see opposition
from law enforcement and we need to
be familiar with & be able to articulate
our arguments for the repeal clearly
and with the same information. Last
month I included the reasons for
repeal of the handlebar height law.
At the heart of the argument to repeal
this statute, it comes down to a case
of harassment. This statute is
commonly used as a cause to stop &
proceed to look for other violations.
The vast majority of tickets are
warning tickets & happen during the
Sturgis motorcycle rally. There are
neighboring states that have no
restrictions on handlebar height so this
puts a lot of visitors to our state in the
position of being harassed for
something that is legal at home while
they are here to enjoy our state. The
following states have no restrictions;
legal where they live & something
that has no evidence of being
unsafe. During this year’s
Legislative Days we will have a
representative from the Highway
Patrol to give their view on why this
law is needed. Please be sure to
attend.
Check out South Dakota Legislature
website at; http://legis.sd.gov/
Then make sure you sign up for “ESubscribe”. With this you can track
bills online & get email alerts when
something changes with that bill,
gets assigned for a committee
hearing, etc. You can also search
current bills using just a keyword
like “motorcycle” or look through
current statutes.
Another resource to use during
session is our own website at;
http://www.abatesd.com/, then
clicking on the “Legislative” link.
Current bills of interest to us will be
posted there with updates.
I hope we see a good showing this
year to Legislative Days as we have
plenty of reasons to be involved
between the highway funding & our
Minnesota, Iowa, Arkansas, Colorado, handlebar height repeal effort. See
Idaho, Kentucky, Montana, Oregon, you in Pierre!
Pennsylvania, New Mexico, North
Ride Safe and Sober!
Carolina, Virginia.
This means a lot of visitors to our state John Steele
being harassed for something that is Legislative Officer
MRF Rep
FREEDOM FLYER
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Please note: The Board of Directors meeting minutes printed here have been edited for space and other concerns. A complete copy of these minutes
has been presented to the Board of Directors for their approval and/or corrections at the next scheduled Board of Directors meeting. If approved, true
and correct copies of the minutes will be available by contacting the State Secretary or any of the Board of Directors listed on page 2. When
requesting a copy, please indicate which chapter you are a member of, if any. (Postage and copying fees may be required to obtain a copy).
ABATE of South Dakota
Board of Directors Meeting
November 15, 2014
American Legion, Pierre SD
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call:
Aberdeen: Mark Schuett - absent
Black Hills: Wayne Lettau - present
East Central: Dale England - absent
Lake: Dan Nugent - absent
Lewis and Clark: Lloyd VanBuren - absent
NorthEast: Curt Watkins - absent
North Star: Ray Boker - absent
Oahe: Lori Butler - present
Rushmore: Sunshine Minzlaff – Karline Clark subbing
SouthEast: Larry Reemts - present
Sioux Falls: Al Luze - present
Sioux River: Cal Stainbrook - excused
SouthCentral - Duane Chalmer – Lars subbing
Those Guys: Dennis Hasche – Gail VanderPol Subbing
Windriders: Phil Hohm - present
Zzen: John Addy “Slack - present
State Officers:
Coordinator: Jiggs Cressy - present
Vice Coordinator: Rod Hersrud - excused
Secretary: Bobbie Matthews – Susan Lettau subbing
Treasurer: Jan Weismantel - excused
Membership Secretary: Gail VanderPol - present
Newsletter Editor: Susan Lettau - present
Legislative Officer: John Steele - excused
Secretary’s Report: Bobbie sent a message thanking us
for covering for her while her daughter is in the hospital.
She greatly appreciates the support and the help! Wayne
Lettau moved to accept the minutes as published in the
newsletter and Phil Hohm seconded. Motion passed with
no opposition.
Treasurer’s Report: Balances were given for ABATE of
SD, IMPAC and the ABATE of SD Foundation. Motion
there will be room to put more information on events.
Hopefully, this will help get more information out on the
chapter’s events.
Committee Reports:
Promotions committee: Nothing new to report.
Newspaper Boxes: Nothing new to report.
MRF Rep. Report: Senator Thune has been elected as
Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce,
Science & Transportation so items will be go through his
committee. We need to make sure that he hears our
voice. Congress is in the process of figuring out who is in
charge of what right now. Hopefully we will be able to
get items passed once things are settled. MRF is in need
of members.
They have come dangerously close to
having to close their office in D.C. If you aren’t a
member of MRF, please join. They need your support.
IMPAC Legislative Officer Report:
The IMPAC
committee is in the process of finalizing things for
Legislative Days. They are looking for suggestions from
the Board as to what they should give for gifts to the
Legislators. Trudie has some suggestions of gifts that
she will be emailing out to the reps for them to look at.
If you have any suggestions, please let Trudie know.
Jiggs passed out a form to all of the reps to update their
chapter officer’s information. He asked them to complete
it and get back to him.
There was a handout given to all of the reps on “Talking
Points”. Wayne encouraged everyone to get familiar with
the information on this handout and also provide the
information to your members. This information will be
helpful when talking with your representatives about the
handlebar height issue. Diane feels that the handlebar
height issue may be a fight with the Highway Patrol as
they are using this as probable cause to pull people over.
This is discrimination and should be gotten rid of. Talk
with your members. Get to know your legislators. This is
your right! We will need a sponsor or co-sponsors to
present this bill so please talk with your legislators.
was passed by Wayne Lettau and seconded by Phil Hohm, Jiggs attended an Interim Committee Summer Study
meeting on November 6th & 7th. $240 million dollars is
and carried with no opposition.
needed for road repair. There will be 19 bills presented
Membership Secretary’s Report: In October, we took
making changes to Vehicle Excise Tax, Tax on Dyed
in 18 new members and November we have taken in 17
Diesel, Gas Tax, Ethanol Tax, Motor Vehicle Registration
new members. Phil made a motion to accept and Wayne
fees, Ag Vehicles, Electric/hybrid cars/motorcycles,
seconded. This passed with no opposition. This will be
Bridge Fund and Wheel Tax. You will be hearing about all
the last meeting for Gail VanderPol. She is retiring as
of this.
Membership Secretary after 18 years!
The Board
thanked Gail for all of her years in this position. Karline State Products Manager Report: Trudie has a bill for
Clark from Rushmore Chapter (Rapid City) is taking over $135.15 to turn in for license plate decals. She just
purchased decals for motorcycles at this time. Susan has
the position from Gail.
approximately 15 of the decals for vehicles if anyone is
Newsletter Editor’s Report: Susan brought to the
interested in those.
boards attention that the Good Times Calendar will be
changing in 2015. It is being expanded to a full page so
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Motorcycle Awareness, Training, and Education
Grant: There is no grant at this time. The Foundation
Committee met before the meeting but there weren’t
enough officers present for a quorum. Jiggs will be
holding a Go to Meeting with the ABATE of SD Foundation
committee to discuss some items. Susan asked if there
was anything being done with setting the motorcycle map
up as an app for phones. Jiggs said that Bobbie had been
working on this but that he isn’t sure where she is at with
it right now.
FREEDOM FLYER
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Black Hills – check for $200.00 for Legislative Days and
$300.00 for the general fund.
South Central – They are having a food drive on
December 6th with a meeting before. It will start at 6:30
pm at the VFW in Lake Andes. They will be accepting
canned foods and toys and will be having a potluck and
live band. They presented a check for $200.00 to IMPAC.
Sioux Falls – delivering toys on December 13th. They will
be riding their motorcycles so bring your bikes.
“Freedom Fighters Memorial” for Members Lost
Committee: Nothing new at this time. Slack and Wayne Those Guys – bowling party in February
will meet after the meeting to discuss some items.
Zzen – Slack reported on Meeting of the Minds. After
OLD BUSINESS:
2014, all vehicles must have digital recorders. There are
questions as to who owns this information/records. He
Statewide Poker Run: Susan asked if the Board was
reported that the MRF office in D.C. was in danger of
interested in doing this another year. We have sold 40
closing. It costs $195,000 a year to keep that office
books this year. There is no cost to the State to do this
open. Please encourage everyone to become a member
so anything taken in is all profit. Wayne Lettau made a
of MRF to keep this office open.
motion and Phil Hohm seconded to do again for 2015,
motion passed with no opposition.
Windriders – check for $100.00 for Legislative Days and
$200.00 to the general fund.
NEW BUSINESS:
Rushmore – they have tickets for their motorcycle that
Legislative Days: (food preparation, reserve rooms,
they are raffling off. This year it is a Superior Blue “103”
speakers, contact governor’s office, and welcome
Harley Davidson Street Glide FLHX. They only have 1500
registration room) Everything is ready for Legislative
tickets for sale.
Days. They are going to have a Chinese Auction and
Door Prizes so they are asking for donations from the Oahe – Christmas Toy Run on December 12th. Their
chapters. They are still checking on some possibilities for chapter is now a sustaining member of the MRF.
speakers. There will be 50/50 drawing. Jiggs urged
chapters to get their member of the year awards ready to Sioux River – check for $300.00 for Legislative Days
be presented. Lori will get ABATE’s name in to provide ABATE of South Dakota has been a sustaining member of
the Capital Journal to the legislators.
the MRF for 22 years.
Review of Tax Status: Jiggs will contact Jan about this. ABATE of SD Foundation: The Foundation Committee
met before the meeting but there weren’t enough officers
May Awareness Run to Pierre: (begin planning) Phil present for a quorum. Jiggs will be holding a Go to
agreed to do the Awareness Run again in 2015. He said Meeting with the committee to discuss some items.
that he won’t try to set it up for the chapters to meet one
Respectfully Submitted,
another but the chapters may want to travel in groups.
Heartland STEAM Committee: Jiggs passed out
information to the Board on 5 hotels in Sioux Falls that
have sent quotes for holding Heartland STEAM in 2016.
The board discussed the prices of rooms, meeting rooms,
parking and location of each of the hotels proposals.
After much discussion, Wayne Lettau made a motion and
Al Luze seconded to go with the Ramkota Hotel. The
motion carried with no opposition.
Bobbie Matthews – Susan Lettau subbing
State Secretary
ABATE of South Dakota, Inc.
Jiggs Cressy,
State Coordinator
ABATE of South Dakota, Inc.
Rod Hersrud,
Vice Coordinator
The 2015 Heartland STEAM will be held in Bismarck, ND ABATE of South Dakota, Inc.
on May 8th – 10th, 2015. Please consider going and
supporting them. They welcome any types of donations
for both the live and silent auctions. Susan will check
with them to see about getting a flyer to put in the
Freedom Flyer.
Video Conferencing: There was a question asked about
video conferencing the BOD meetings when the weather
is bad like today. Jiggs said he wasn’t aware that the
weather was to be as bad as it was. It will be considered
in the future.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
On Saturday, our family lost a dear friend. Shirley
Knouse spent over a year battling cancer but that's
one of the things that her memory brings to mindshe was full of life and full of love. I am grateful for
her strength and energy and the years we did get
to share with this beautiful lady. My deepest
sympathies to her family.
talent, or green backs. With that generosity, we
were able to ensure once again that each of those
71 kids had something from Santa to unwrap. You
guys are awesome!
If you're one of those folks, thanks for sharing that
Christmas spirit. If you missed out or we've piqued
your interest, let me know-have I got a job for you!
At that same time, another celebration of life and It is called living, not watching, so get out there &
giving was happening here in Sioux Falls. We had do something. What will we do with these days
an unusually warm December day for our 29th we're given?
annual Toy Run. 73 bikes brought out over 100
bikers to help Ol' Santa deliver gifts and some Thanks be to God for this new day and the
Christmas joy to the students at Childrens' Care opportunity it brings. Merry Christmas & see ya
Hospital. We were fortunate to have SO many next year.
helping hands this year. At the risk of leaving out a
single one of you, I want to thank all of the angels, -Dawn H.
elves & even the trolls who gave of their time, Sioux Falls ABATE
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AROUND THE STATE WITH PHIL
It is about the middle of November 2014 as I am starting
my column for January 2015. It has really been cold
especially considering this is only November and we got a
lot of winter left to deal with. Last night is was -4
degrees and what I am wondering is what to expect for
temperatures in the month of January. I am really not
very excited about looking at my heating bill coming up
way too soon. I have a friend that has lived by Lake
Byron for almost twenty years and he said that the lake
froze over completely in one night which has never
happened in all the time he lived there.
Today was the opening of deer rifle season. It is almost
like a scared holiday in these parts. I heard recently that
the state of Wisconsin was going to make the opening of
deer season a state holiday. I don’t know if that is true
but it sounds like a great idea to me. My neighbor, Keith,
shot a nice 4x 5 buck this morning at 7:18AM. It just
happened that it was about 200 yards north of my farm.
I didn’t have a deer license myself and so I saved a nice
buck for my neighbor. I locked it in my barn and let it out
early this morning. I hope that he appreciated that!
Yesterday we celebrated Thanksgiving by eating too
much great tasting food! Sometimes it is good to think of
some of the things we are thankful for. The day after
Thanksgiving Norma was babysitting her daughter’s three
boys. She had ordered a large supreme Dominos pizza.
By the time the pizza arrived several more people arrived
to enjoy the pizza. Norma told me that she was thankful
that she got one piece of the pizza. I told her that she
needed to eat faster if she expected to get more than one
piece. When I and my siblings were growing up Mom
would fry up a big bunch of chicken and put it in the
middle of the table in a large bowl. Whoever ate the
fastest got the most food. I was always glad that I was
the fastest eater in the family. On this Thanksgiving
weekend I am thankful that I have Christian parents who
taught us kids what the work ethic is. My brother, Chuck
and I moved many irrigation pipes and hauled a lot of
bales during the summer months. We weren’t always
happy about doing that work but I guess in the long run
it didn’t hurt us and probably kept us out of a lot of
trouble. I am also thankful for a great wife and that we
still have good health for the most part. We are in a lot
of organizations and have made some great friends along
the way. In conclusion I am thankful for the freedoms
we have in this country and that we can worship without
worrying about someone cutting off our heads if we
disagree with them.
It is now almost the middle of December and Christmas is
not very far away. For most of us this is one of the
happiest days of the year. But for single people and ones
who have lost loved ones is can be a very sad and lonely
time of year. If you know someone who is alone this
Christmas invite them to your family Christmas
gathering. I have personally done this in years past and
it is a great feeling to make someone’s Christmas a
happy occasion. Our local ABATE Chapter does give gifts
for the Salvation Army Angel Tree. The toys we collect at
our annual toy run also go to the Salvation Army to give
to kids at Christmas. Every kid deserves something
given to them at Christmas as this should be a joyous
time for everyone especially the children.
It is now about the middle of December and the weather
is more like spring than winter. Yesterday it was 58
degrees in Sioux Falls. I took my brother, Chuck, to
Sioux Falls to catch a flight back to his home in San
Diego. When we arrived in Sioux Falls we went to the
China Express Restaurant for lunch. I probably eat
there several times a year and the lady that owns the
restaurant always greets me and gives me some wonton
soup without me ever asking for it. At one of my visits
there she saw me getting out of my pickup and told the
help to get some wonton soup cooking!
They really
have some great tasting and freshly cooked food . For
the second time Chuck and I went to the used
motorcycle shop at J&L Harley. He is really interested in
getting a bike and I think riding with his brother is one
of the things on his bucket list. We have all heard of
flights that have gone terribly wrong. My brother really
had one of those experiences this past week. His flight
from San Diego was suppose to go to Chicago and then
to Sioux Falls. It left at 7:00 in the morning and he
needed to get up at about 4:30. But he didn’t hear his
alarm clock and when he woke up it was daylight and his
flight was already in the air. As he was in a frantic state
he did get another flight for a cost of an additional $70.
That flight was going to Dallas but had a four hour delay
because of some issues with how the cargo was loaded
in the belly of the plane. So he was late getting to
Dallas and missed his flight connection to Minneapolis.
When he finally arrived in Dallas there were about 60
people that were looking for different flights and only
one person to help them in doing so. Chuck said the
airline people were arrogant and didn’t seem to care
about anyone. They put Chuck and others up at a very
seedy motel and were suppose to catch a ride on a
motel van which never arrived. So they had to take a
cab to the motel. Chuck finally did arrive in Sioux Falls
but almost a day later than he planned.. Some of it was
his own fault as getting up late but almost everything
that could go wrong did. I haven’t done any flying since
2007 and I don’t plan to change that. Now that Norma
and I are retired we do have time to drive to our
designation and enjoy the trip in doing so.
Don’t forget about Legislative Days in Pierre on January
15th to 17th. There will be some great food served by our
ABATE Chapters. It is also a great place to meet new
people and have some good times with old friends. I
always learn something new about how the legislative
systems works and how we as ABATE members can
make a big difference. See you there!
Until next Month
Phil Hohm
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ABERDEEN CHAPTER NEWS
Aberdeen ABATE Dec 13 Mtg
Christmas Party, Eagles Room (A)
& it for attending Legislative days in equals 40-50 bikers I figure.
Pierre Jan 15-17.
The Smith & Wesson M&P raffle is
Present Members: >>> 38 <<<
IMPAC Split-pot: $51 was won by still going so everyone please try to
Sec Report: Read & accepted
one of our newest members Lisa L. sell your tickets or turn them back in
Treas Report: Read & accepted
With the other $51 going towards so someone else can give it a try. We
our running total.
hope to draw Jan 3rd if all 220 are
State News: Shane reminded IMPAC = $406 pledged
sold.
everyone about the proposed Handle WHEEL INN 2015 = $558
bar height repeal & also that we Rider Course = $750 has been Legislative Days in Pierre, (Biker
currently have more Awareness signs distributed to 10 recipients
Lobby Days) to some of you, is right
that any member may request. Chris
around the corner Jan 15-17 &
A. asked for a sign.
Adjourn: 7:05 pm for Food and Gift Aberdeen ABATE is again giving $50
exchange
to any current member that attends
Old Business: The body was
so get a hold of me or Cindy if you
reminded of Legislative Days in Next Meeting: Jan 3rd 7:00 want some gas money. You don’t
Pierre Jan 15-17.
pm Eagles Room A
have to accept the money but it’s
there if it helps you attend. I believe
Officer nominations were again Prez Notes: First I’d like to welcome we had 13 Aberdeen people last
asked for. (none) Officers will remain our newest members, Kari Breske, year. It’s a good time and numbers
same as 2014 except there may be Arlen Peterson, Jodee Cox, Lisa Lynn are always a good thing in Pierre.
some additions to the Bike Show & Michelle Brown.
committee.
And as always >>> Please renew
I’d also like to thank everyone who your memberships<<< We’re still
Smith & Wesson M&P raffle is not yet attended our Christmas party after hoping to see over 100 Aberdeen
sold out so ticket stubs and money the meeting. We ordered enough ABATE Members soon
was asked to be turned in ASAP for food for about 60 people and used
people who are having trouble selling approximately 50 plates, so that
them. As soon as we sellout, we will
draw the winner at the next regular
meeting. All but 1 book has been
distributed but only 80 of the 220
ticket stub have been turned in.
New business: Our 4’x6’ Flag is
done & hanging in the room with us!
We have (5) new members with us
and (1) returning Officer from many
years ago who originally signed our
President up for ABATE in the late
‘80’s.
Bike Show committee thus far will be
both the “Shane’s”, Loren, Chris
Reder, Todd B., & Cindy. Chris will
help field calls and act as
“coordinator” for lack of a better
title. We are scheduling a meeting
with the Hotel Alliance for Jan and
hope to have a meeting before
Legislative Days.
A motion, 2nd & almost unanimous
vote was held to again give $50
expense money to any current
Aberdeen ABATE member who wants
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BLACK HILLS CHAPTER
The November 30th meeting of BH
ABATE was called to order by
President Darlene.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mac.
Chapter prayer was done by Jim.
Roll call was taken with all present
except
for
secretary
was
excused.
Members present were
Beth, Wayne, Susan, Darlene, Jim,
Mary, Al and Mac.
OFFICER REPORTS
President Darlene didn’t have
anything to report.
Vice President – nothing to report.
Sec. Barbie was excused. Darlene
asked if everyone had read the
minutes in the newsletter.
Wayne
made a motion to accept the minutes
as written and Jim seconded. Motion
passed.
Treasurer Susan gave the dollar
reports. Beth motioned to accept the
report and Wayne seconded. Motion
passed.
Sgt. at Arms Mac stated that he
hopes everyone is enjoying the
beautiful weather. He said it amazes
him when he sees people out riding
on the streets when they are covered
with ice and snow.
Membership Sec. Susan gave
numbers of 132 members and 33
affiliates. We have 2713 Facebook
friends. Susan said that she put the
membership application on the
Facebook page.
There has been
some interest from people wondering
if they can be a member if they don’t
live in SD and that she has told them
yes, they can. Darlene said to tell
them that they will know what is
going on for the rally if they become a
member.
State Rep. Wayne had his report in
the newsletter. He reported that Rep
Thune was elected as Chairman of the
Senate Committee on Commerce,
Science & Transportation.
We will
need to develop a close personal
relationship with him to make sure
that he hears our voice.
We are
going to drop the handle bar repeal
bill. There have been meetings with
the Highway Patrol and Public Safety
and they have indicated that they are
neutral on this subject. John Steele
will be sending out a list of “Talking
Points” to the LRC and State Rep of
each chapter. Members will need to
study this & make themselves familiar
with the items on this list. Members
will also need to attend any caucus to
discuss this with our representatives.
Heartland STEAM is in Bismarck, ND
in 2015 and will be in South Dakota in
2015.
The Board of Directors
discussed the proposals received from
several hotels in Sioux Falls and
decided on the Ramkota for the 2016
Heartland STEAM.
Plans for
Legislative Days are being finalized
except they are still determining main
speaker. If you know of someone
that has something educational to
speak about, please suggest them to
Wayne or John Steele.
Road Captain Al said he took his
battery out of his bike, so it is
officially winter.
LRC Beth stated that the IRS
scrapped the “Cease & Desist
proposal that they wanted small nonprofit organizations to cease any
political action before an election.
Also, that the CDC is continuing to
pursue the helmet law.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Sno Ball Dance – Darlene has talked
with the Oasis about the SnoBall but
she is going to stop to visit with the
owner after today’s meeting.
She
checked with several bands but has
decided on a band from ND by the
name of Thunder Road. They are
trying to get established in the area.
We need to help promote them for
this event. We have some donations
already but we appreciate any that
would like to be donated. Susan has
posters ready.
Dart Tournament - Tony has been
working with the Side Hack to secure
a date for the dart tournament.
Ed Netterberg Weekend – will be June
19th & 20th, 2015 at Nemo Guest
Ranch. Contact them with your name
before the first of the year if you are
interested in reserving a cabin or
campsite.
Tell them you are with
ABATE. This is the same weekend as
the BHAB Ride For The
Forgotten.
Meet In The Middle is July 19th.
Passports – Susan is working on them
and they are just about ready.
Legislative Days – Darlene asked how
many people would be attending and
as of now about 6 people from the
chapter will be going.
Susan said that she still had not
heard back from Clay with Harley
regarding the outstanding check. She
will try to contact him again.
She also had a bill for toner that she
had purchased for her printer at home
and asked to be reimbursed. Mac
made a motion and Jim seconded to
do this. Motion passed.
NEW BUSINESS
We will need to be deciding on our
member of the year at the next
m e et i n g .
If y o u h a v e a n y
suggestions, please get this to
Darlene.
Motorcycle Stickers – ABATE of SD
has purchased more motorcycle
stickers. There was discussion about
the chapter purchasing them and it
was decided to just by them from the
state when we need them.
Gas Raffle – Darlene asked if we were
interested in doing another gas raffle.
It has been profitable in the past.
Wayne made a motion and Jim
seconded to proceed with the raffle.
Motion passed.
Member of the Month is Beth for
accepting the LRC position. Thanks
Beth!
Affiliates of the Month are Desaree
School of Beauty, Pete’s V-Twin,
Outdo or Mo to rsports and JJ’s
Engraving. Thank you for supporting
BH ABATE.
Coins for IMPAC raised $13.38.
50/50 of $12.00 was won by Susan.
She donated $10.00 to the Joe Engler
fund.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
BHAB shopping is buying gifts for 7
nursing homes/assisted living in the
Sturgis area. They are shopping for
the residents on Dec. 1st at
Kmart. Wrapping is Dec. 2nd at a BH
Harley Davidson location off of
Deadwood Avenue.
There being no further business or
discussion--Motion to adjourn.
All in favor.
OLD BUSINESS
History – nothing to report
Dec. meeting is a potluck!!
Products – we will need to purchase Susan Lettau – Subbing for Barb
some items before the bike show.
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EASTCENTRAL NEWS
No News. See Chapter Rep page 2
LAKE CHAPTER NEWS
State Rep report – There was no December 13 at Ace Hardware. Please
State Rep report.
bring baked goods to Ace by 8AM.
Dec 6, 2014 7:00 PM at Teezers:
OLD BUSINESS:
November chili-cook off results: BestKaren Mannie, Hottest-Martin Voeltz
The regular meeting of LAKE ABATE and Most Unique- Kevin Eichaker.
was called to order by President, Also a big thanks to Teezers for
Aaron Verhey.
hosting this event and for donating
Silent roll call: 12 members were prizes as well.
present.
Christmas Raffle: We have 67 tickets
The Secretary’s report -Was read by left to sell if anyone would like them.
Rod H. with a motion by Jim M. to The drawing will be held December
approve and second by Andrew N. 16. Jim M will announce the results
The motion carried.
on the radio. Big thanks to Teresa
Treasurer’s report – Was read by Jim Johnson for having the gun stock
M. with a motion by Angie R. to engraved with our logo. It looks
approve and second by Dave H. The great!
Minutes of LAKE ABATE:
motion carried.
Bake Sale: Our chapter bake sale is
NEW BUSINESS:
Lake ABATE Christmas Party: Our
Christmas party will be Jan 10 at the
American Legion starting at 6PM
(above the downtown armory). This
will be a potluck and also bring a
white elephant gift.
No January meeting
Kim V made a motion to give IMPAC
$500 and the State $300. Kim also
suggested we put a cap of $150 to
buy a print from Crossed Brushes and
then sell 50/50 tickets with the
proceeds also going to IMPAC and
State. Angie R did second the
motion and the motion carried.
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FREEDOM FLYER
LEWIS & CLARK CHAPTER NEWS
The December 6, 2014 the meeting State Representative: Kevin
was called to order by Ron Galvan, Frangenberg
Treasurer: Robin Sparks
Sr.
Co-Secretary: Ron Galvan & Laurie
The Sec. Report was read by Kevin.
Wiedmiere
The minutes were approved as read.
Sgt. Of Arms will be appointed by the
Treasurer Report:
Robin gave her new Pres.
report and there were no questions
The schedule of events for 2015 were
and approved as given.
discussed and decided on. There are
some small changes so read your
State Rep. Report: No report
event card carefully. Laurie
There were no new nominations for Wiedmiere will see to the printing of
officers for the 2015 year.
the cards. The Fall Run was discussed
th
A l l c a n d i d a t e s w e r e r u n n i n g and set for September the 12 2015.
unopposed: The new officers for the Robin and Laurie will see to the
2015 year are:
purchasing of the stuff animals for the
President: Lynn Conrad
Vice President: John “Gundy”
Gunderson
NORTHEAST CHAPTER
Hey
there
fellow
riders,
This months meeting went good. We
had 6 members and one guest
attend. We had our officers reports
and then we talked about a poker run
or a run that would meet and get
together with other chapters. We
tabled that for now. We need to talk
to other chapters and find the right
date to have this.
Rick called the meeting to order.
Vonda seconded it.
First order discussed was the
parades. Rick was in charge of the
Armour Float. The parade was held
November 29 th . Thanks Johnny,
Sherri, Vonda & Peewee for making
the trip to help. We heard a lot of
good comments. This parade went so
good, the float was also used in Platte
on December 3rd for their parade of
lights. Thanks Peewee for being on
the bike to make a bit of sweet noise!
Rick thanked the crew that helped
Randy on the float for Winner. Hope
you all had as much fun as we did.
Rod and Laurie Wiedmiere long time
members and supporters of Lewis &
Clark ABATE were at the December
meeting. It was great to see them.
We invite and encourage all past
members, current members that have
or had other work or family
obligations, to come and join us when
ever possible.
New members are always welcome.
Our meetings are on the first
Saturday of each month at Cozy’s Inn
on Highway 50 – starting at 1:00 P.M
sharp.
Be safe and enjoy the holiday season.
Santa give away. The Santa visit will
th
be Saturday the 20 of December at Ronald (Ron) V Galvan, Sr. Sec.
1:00 at Avera SHH. Thanks to Laurie, Lewis & Clark ABATE
One sad thing that happened is, we
lost one of our long time and loyal
members, Lavern Winge. He passed
away on December 1st due to health
problems. Lavern belonged to ABATE
of SD, American Legion Riders, Patriot
Guard Riders, Rolling Thunder, and
Iron Butt Association. That was just
the motorcycle organizations he
belonged to. The church was full of
family friends and fellow riders from
all the organizations that he belonged
to. The funeral was short and sweet,
just the way he wanted. We had his
bike parked right inside the entrance
of the church. He will be sorrowfully
missed. May he have the wind at his
back and smooth riding. From his
friends
at
NE
ABATE.
Be safe
Rick
Sorry, I did not have a list of all who Thanks Marty Herman & Brad Whitley
for renewing their memberships. We
like to welcome Lane
rd would also
Our next meeting will be January 3
Connot-Winner, Dan Riedl-Winner &
at 7 pm.
Bring your ideas on
Jennifer Marks of Winner.
Summer bike runs.
Rick motioned to adjourn & Randy
Everyone remember the Snowshoe
seconded the motion.
Polar Plunge run is January 24. We
plan to meet at Bubba’s in Gregory at Hope Santa is good to everyone & all
11 am & leave from there for Mills, is safe in 2015.
NE. After the plunge, we will meet
NORTHSTAR CHPTR NEWS participated but thanks to all.
The Northstar group met on Dec 6th at
the Pheasant Bar in Winner.
We
gathered for a potluck meal & had a
few good laughs. Thanks Shelli and
all who attended.
Robin and “Santa”.
back at the Pheasant for
February’s meeting.
Thank you Dave Lewis
for setting up our new
Facebook page. To get
into this, go to ABATE of
S D
N o r t h st a r
Chaper.com.
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support for this legislation. The next
state meeting is Saturday, Jan. 17 at
Pres Brandon called the meeting to the Legion. The Zzen Chapter will be
order at 6:42 pm with 14 members hosting a breakfast at the meeting.
present.
Road Captain Dennis Bruce had nothing
Treas Steve didn’t give a Treasurer’s to report.
Report due to the amounts would not be
Old Business: New officers will begin
correct due to the Fundraiser receipts &
their duties at the January meeting.
expenses haven’t been tallied yet.
Brandon accepted nomination for Vice
Expect a complete report in January.
Pres. Brad Bruns will step up to
Memb Sec-Bonnie reported that there President; Marcia has one more year as
are 67 members & gave a list of those Secretary. The new officers & their
needing to renew & contact status. positions are: Treasurer-Bill Poppenga;
There were 5 total renewal or new Memb Sec-Jolene Juneau; State Repmemberships received at the fundraiser Lori Butler; Road Captain-Dawn Trapp &
last night.
Sgt-of-Arms-Kip Eickhoff. President
Brandon thanked all the outgoing
Sec Marcia reported that there was a
officers for their service & special
typo regarding the date of the meeting
thanks to Brandon for being President 6
being the 13th not the 12th as Nov
out of 7 yrs & Steve Schwellenbach for
minutes stated & the Road Captain
his 7 consecutive years as Treasurer.
position that Dawn Trap was voted in
Bonnie was thanked for her past 2 yrs
was omitted. Marcia apologized for the
of being Membership Secretary.
errors in the minutes & stated the
Members were encouraged to invite
corrections
were
put
on
past members to attend a meeting
OaheABATE.com.
again. Maybe they will decide to be
State Rep Lori reported that the total members again.
state membership is at 1351 as of the
Discussion was held on changing the
Nov. This meeting was Gail's last after
even t coordin a tor to a n even t
17+ years of serving as the State Memb
management committee. The decision
Secretary. Thank you Gail for your
was tabled until the next meeting.
service!. The new State Memb Secretary
is Karline Clark. Susan, the newsletter The Christmas Party/Toy Run Fundraiser
editor, will start including more event was held on Friday, Dec 12 at Eastside
details on the Good Times Calendar. Pub & Casino. We had a very good
Rep. John Thune is up for the Science, turnout & raised an awesome amount of
Commerce & Transp Committee. If he money that was used on Saturday to
becomes the chair, we'll need to build a purchase gifts for 75 kids in area
strong relationship with his office. communities. The winner of the Minnow
ABATE Legislative Days will be held Jan. Races was “Dick” who was raced by
15-16 & the schedule is in the latest Trent Darth. Derek & Julie Diedrich won
F r e e d o m F l y e r . C h a p t e r s a r e the first mystery prize and Jeff Ice was
encouraged to bring auction items. high bidder of the mystery prize that
Once again our chapter will host dinner was auctioned. There were several
on Friday. We'll also be holding minnow items that were either auctioned or
races Friday night after awards.
raffled off also. The 50/50 drawing was
won by Koz & $100 given back with a
STEAM in 2015 will be held in Bismarck,
challenge to match the donation. Bill
ND on May 8-10. SD will host STEAM in
Meagher & Joe Kelley met the match &
2016 in Sioux Falls on April 1-2. In this
donated a total of $100 each. Travis
upcoming Legislative Session, we WILL
Duffy earned bragging rights for
be pursuing the handlebar height
winning the Chili Cook-off. Winners of
repeal! We need every member to be a
the Raffle Prizes were: 1st place – 32”
part of this by talking with their local
Smart HD TV-Mark Heier; 2nd Place –
Legislators. Read & know the talking
$200 Running Gift Card-Misty
points the state has put together. Come
Siedschlaw; 3rd Place - $100 gas card—
to Legislative Days & talk with them.
Cal Christie. Congratulations to all!
They need to hear our voices & see our
Thanks to the members for selling
OAHE CHAPTER NEWS
FREEDOM FLYER
tickets & a bigger thank you to those
who purchased tickets! Rich & Wendy
Trujillo donated $100 to purchase toys
for the kids. A bag of stuffed animals
were donated by Gene & Linda Dickson.
The Moose Lodge in Ft. Pierre collected
toys & donated them. Thank you all!
Thank you to every member who helped
in any way to organize & worked that
night to pull off a successful fundraiser
& Christmas Party. Thanks also to Rob
& Bridgett at Eastside for allowing us to
hold the event there.
Sat, Dec 13 was Pie Day at the Capitol.
A dozen or so members meet at Bubba
Ra y’s. T h ere were 8 elves on
motorcycles with Santa on a trike that
did a cruise around town before heading
to the Capitol where toys were handed
out to the kids & Santa had his picture
taken with kids of all ages. Some of the
group then headed to Kmart to meet
others to purchase the gifts for the 75
kids. Wrapping & sorting according to
family was scheduled to take place after
the meeting & delivery to the agency in
charge of the names we had on Sunday.
Legislative Days is Jan 15-17. Since
there will be action taken to repeal the
handlebar height limit law it is
important for members to attend the
Meet & Greet on Thursday evening and
go to the Capitol on Friday to talk to the
legislators about supporting the appeal.
The agenda will be in the Freedom
Flyer. Oahe ABATE Chapter is in charge
of the supper on Friday evening. Jolene
reported that Travis Duffy of Last Call
Heroes BBQ will be cooking the meat. A
meeting of the committee will be
planned in the next few weeks to iron
out the rest of the details.
New Business: The donation amount
to give to IMPAC was discussed. Kip
motioned to donate the amount of
$500. Koz seconded & the motion
carried. The next meeting will be held
Sat, Jan 10th. The location will be
announced in the reminder email & will
be put on oaheabate.com as soon as it
is determined. The meeting will begin at
6:30PM. Drawings & donations will be
taken & pot luck will follow the meeting.
Bring a dish to pass if you want.
With no further business to discuss Lori
made a motion to adjourn the meeting
with Tina seconding. Motion carried
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RUSHMORE CHAPTER NEWS
President John called the RU ABATE
meeting of 12-9-14 to order.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Sgt.
at Arms, Mr. Mike. Chaplain Auggie
led the chapter in prayer.
Pres. John asked if there were any
new people here. Cheryl introduced
one person. Roll call was taken with
perfect attendance. Yeah!!!!! One
board position is open.
Days. It is very informative. Jiggs
added more information on
Legislative Days Jan. 15, 16 &
17. State ABATE board is pursuing
the Handle Bar issue. Wayne also
added comments on the Handle Bar
issue.
Membership Sec. - Karline reported
we have 321 members & 55
affiliates. Dec. 20th she would like to
stuff envelopes with the pocket
calendars.
Sgt. at Arms - Mike had nothing to
report, but keep us on track to get
through the meeting.
Guest Speakers were our presidential
nominees, Bill Hanson & Craig
Waddington. Election speeches were STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
PR - Janet handed out certificates to
given by both.
Members of the Month from last
The Nov. membership meeting month. John T. & Bill Hanson were
minutes had no additions or thanked for their service with some
gifts.
corrections. Phil motioned
& Mike seconded to accept as Road Captain is open.
Newsletter editor - Ginny had nothing
presented. Motion passed.
Newsletter hard copies
Bills were presented by John for to report.
plates & utensils for the potluck and a were out & arrived by the meeting
reimbursement to Corey B. for his date.
motorcycle course. Phil motioned & Products Manager - Hilary will be
meeting with Purple Panther (Deb) &
Wayne seconded to pay these bills.
discussing new products for our
Motion passed.
inventory.
Web Page - John reported that Clay is
OFFICER REPORTS
Lots of
Pres. John gave his farewell as keeping it current.
President & thanked all for the information on it.
support he was given. He wished MRF Rep. - Jiggs stated that
everyone a Merry Christmas & a legislative elections are done. John
Thune is involved with different
Happy New Year.
Vice Pres. Hilary reminded all to get committees. Transportation is one,
their 50/50 & chance on the bike so stay in touch with what is going on
& contact him.
tickets.
Treasurer Kim gave the dollar reports Road Hazard Steward - Barbie asked
on the accounts. Jiggs motioned & if there have been any bike mishaps
Bill seconded to accept the report. All None. Good job everyone. Be careful
when riding or driving as the weather
in favor.
Sec. Barbie had mail, newsletters changes are happening.
from Neb. & N.D., & wished everyone
a Merry Christmas & a Happy New AD HOC COMMITTEES
Bike Raffle report by BA. Ticket sales
Year.
LRC Rep. - Ginny encourages all to are going great. Maybe able to give it
support MRF. Colo. ABATE has lost its away in March. The card swipe we
funds by criminal means & is asking are using is working well for cards.
other ABATE members in the states to Membership Party report was given
donate to them. She wished all a by Bill. Bands are getting scheduled
& committee is working on the
Merry Christmas.
State Rep. - Sunshine thanked Karline planning. Volunteers are needed. The
& Mike for covering for her at the Bike Rodeo has no chairman at this
State ABATE board meeting in time.
No v.
Her repo rt is in the Black Hills Area Biker report was
newsletter.
She announced that given by Barbie. She thanked those
that came out for the shopping &
Karline is our new State ABATE
Membership Sec. Attend Legislative wrapping. Presents for 211 residents
were bought. We had to spend less
on them this year as the poker
runs & donations were down in dollar
numbers, but no one was left out. A
thank you card was sent around
from BHAB.
Passport information was shared by
Susan.
They are available for
purchase as of now.
Thank you
Susan.
The 2015 calendar is done. Ginny
had a report on it.
OLD BUSINESS
Handle Bar issue is being pursued.
Road Cleanup on hold.
Mailing of newsletters seems to be
worked out.
Spare tire mounts on the two trailers
will be worked on by BA. Thanks BA!!
Affiliate signs are here. Bill would like
help distributing them. Thanks Bill!!
The IPad or Tablet to use for credit
cards is tabled for now. Card swipe is
working well.
NEW BUSINESS
Door prizes were given out during the
meeting. Winners are Lex, Tammy
B., & BA. Congratulations to all.
Tires are needed for the beer trailer.
Quotes will be gotten.
Jiggs stated that March 28th will be
the Third Annual Safety Seminar at
Trea at 10 am.
Member Of The Month is Tammy
Bechard.
Thanks for your
volunteering.
Affiliate Of The Month goes to
Spizzirre Press.
Chance for a Chance on the bike
tickets go to Kim, Craig, Kim &
Phil. Congrats.
50/50 of $81.00 went to Corey
Bechard. Congratulations..
Shoulda/Coulda of $200.00 could
have went to Scott Multz, Chris
Hovland, Carrel Lich, or Brian
Jackson, but sorry you weren't here
to collect.
Next name drawn was
John Haas & he was present to
accept. Congratulations John.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Dec. 12th is a fund raiser for Jacob.
Legislative Days is Jan. 15-17.
Heartland Steam
BH ABATE Sno Ball is Feb. 14th.
The new RU ABATE president is Craig
Waddington. Congratulations Craig.
Jiggs motioned to adjourn.
All in
favor.
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SIOUX FALLS CHAPTER NEWS
Hello
Sioux
Falls
Chapter
members. I'm Back! I've noticed that
the newsletter has been missing our
Chapters news of late, so I jumped
back in to take it on again.
By the time you get this, the Toy Run
will be over. Likely there will be news
of that event in next months issue. I
just wanted to touch on a little fund
raiser we had at the last minute for the
Toy Run.
The Poker Runs have just not been
raising enough money, so at the last
minute we came up with a Chile feed/
cook off. It was a last minute thing
with almost no advertising & I know
the notification to many of you came
too late. That event at the Humbolt
Bar on the second Sunday
of November worked out very
well. The locals & the bar were very
accommodating & pitched in on the
event. I expect that next year it will
go much better & I suspect it will
become an important fund raiser for
the Toy Run, especially since we will
have a better idea on how to do it plus
more advertising.
Moving onto our 2015 Motorcycle
Expo. Since we are moving the event
to the Sioux Falls convention Center,
mu c h a ddi ti o n al wo r k wi l l be
involved. One major change will be
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the Bike show portion. All entrants will
be free up until March 1st. There will
be some restrictions, only to keep it
organized & to keep the quality of the
show up. We are also adding an Off
Road class.
It is all a part of our plan to convert
the Expo from a more vendor type
event to a motorcycle show. Vendors
will never go away but because of
changing times, we need to move
on. That building has plenty of room
for any changes that come across.
We are also planning on a Saturday
night music event. We are not
expecting to make money on it & we'll
be happy to break even. It is mostly
to give people more than just a
show. Something that will provide a
community atmosphere. Some of us
also want to have a little fun in the
evening.
I would like to say that we have the
usual half dozen people on the
committee to help organize & make
decisions for the Expo. Unfortunately,
Mark has had to shoulder nearly the
entire burden himself. A few of us try
to make organizational meetings &
take on some chores but I'm afraid he
is finding it a little overwhelming.
The reason I'm mentioning this is
because we believe this trend will
continue when it comes to a lack of
volunteers to help out. Mark suggested
that for the 2016 event, we hire a
We collected a 5-gallon pail of pop tabs
that Bill & Janelle will take to Ronald
McDonald House in January. Bill &
Wow, did we have fun at our annual
Janelle won the 2014 villain contest &
Christmas party!! We got to stuff
were awarded a nice bottle of wine.
ourselves full of yummy, tasty foods &
then held our Ugly Sweater Contest.
The 2014 Free Membership drawing
There were red cardinals perched on
was won by Rod Hersrud.
shoulders & other unusual homemade
Congratulations Thumper!
creations, even a stunning poncho. The
winners of this years' contest went to
Bill reported on some trailer bids to the
Christian & Kris with matching Mr. &
Chapter. The trailer committee will try
Ms. reindeer sweaters that depicted
to finalize their decision & purchase a
both the front view & rear view.
trailer during the upcoming winter
Absolutely breath-taking & oh so
months.
funny! Well done, you definitely
deserve the traveling trophy.
Legislation Days are January 1517th in Pierre. Trudie has reserved four
The white elephant gift exchange was
rooms for Sioux River ABATE members
as entertaining as ever. Brad got a new
at the Super 8. Plan to attend. It is
apron to wear to our pancake feeds.
educational, informative & very
(My gut still hurts from laughing so
entertaining. Meals on Friday are
hard!!) Good food, good people, good
provided by South Dakota ABATE
times.
SIOUX RIVER CHAPTER NEWS
professional promoter. I agree. It's
simply time to take the event to the
next level. I suggested that we make
a decision on who that promoter will be
by the 2015 event so this individual
can familiarize himself with our event
for future reference.
If anyone has any idea of a qualified
person that would do it for
a reasonable fee, let us know, and
please, come to our meetings to give
us your input.
On another note; the mini-pocket
rocket bike raffle is up &
running. Raffle tickets will be the same
price as last year. $1 each or $10 for
15. Stop by at a meeting to pick some
up to sell.
One other subject we need to discuss
is our Chapter web site. We need to
revamp that as soon as possible to
help promote our Motorcycle
Expo. Unfortunately, no one seems to
know how to do a web site in our
Chapter. The cost of having it
professionally done appears to be
prohibitive. If anyone has a suggestion,
jump in, soon.
Starting with January, we will be
signing up volunteers to work the
Motorcycl e Expo which will be
held March 21 -22, 2015. Don't be
shy.
Ken Feist
Chapters so expenses would only be
for transportation & room costs. Sioux
River will be paying the cost of the
Legislator's breakfast this year. We
will cross our fingers & hope for good
traveling weather this year.
Upcoming events:
- January 3rd- Sioux River Chapter
Meeting 5pm at Jim's Tap
- February 7th- Sioux River Chapter
Meeting 5pm at Jim's Tap (Annual Chili
& Salsa Contest)
- February 21st- Kiwanis Pancake Feed
- February 21st- Buffalo Ridge Chili
Feed/Silent Auction at Ghent, MN
"Four Wheels move the Body, Two
Wheels move the Soul" Peace out,
Ja-Nellie
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SOUTH CENTRAL NEWS
at 5 pm at the VFW.
Dec 5,2014
Justin won the 50/50 and donated
it back to the chapter. Motion was
Lars brought meeting to order, a made to adjourn seconded
moment of silence for military and approved-LET"S EAT!!
fallen.
We want to give a BIG THANK
This is our 2nd annual Potluck YOU to everyone that donated to
Christmas Party/ Toy and Food our food and toy drive!! We took
Drive. We had 22 members in a lot of food items for the local
present.
food pantry. Just as successful
with the toys for Dept of Social
Rog and Lars attended the State Services. Thank you to Roy King
meeting in November. We need and the Boys for playing for our
to get our voice out there on small crowd and donating
issues. Read your Freedom Flyer their time!
for more information.
Merry Christmas and Happy New
We need everyone to get their Year to all.
renewals in.
Till next year!
Michelle gave treasurer's report. Amanda
Next meeting will be January 10th
SOUTHEAST CHAPTER NEWS.
Hi everyone,
I hope everyone found time to get
one or two rides in this fall. The
days around Thanksgiving were
very nice & I seen lots of people
out on their bikes. I thought that
those would be the last days but
we have been blessed with a
couple of near 60 degree days
here in the middle of December
as well.
Maybe Mother Nature
has a mild winter planned so we
can enjoy a ride sometime in
January and February also. That
would sure shorten the winter for
many of us. Remember to check
your tire pressures and things
before going for your winter rides
as the cooler weather can affect
the psi of your tires.
Our December meeting was well
attended and very enjoyable. I
would like to Thank Howlers in
Vermillion for allowing us to have
our meeting there. A few of the
Patriot Guard Riders show up for
our meeting. Thanks guys for
what you do! If you have never
heard of the Patriot Guard Riders
please check them out at
www.patriotguard.org and see
what these guys do. Also for
those of you in the Sioux Falls
area you may contact Randy at
reward1948@yahoo.com for more
info and how to join.
At the December meeting we
learned of a conflict for the
Southeast Chapters 5th annual
Chili Cook off. To resolve this
matter it was decided change the
date of the Chili Cook Off to
February 14, 2015. Yes you can
now show the love of your life
that you are an awesome cook
and enter a pot of your finest chili
at this event. We will hold our
meeting at 2:00PM and the cook
off will start about 3:00pm. The
event will be held at Flannery’s
Pub on main street of Elk
Point. Entry of a chili is free with
prizes in four different categories.
To enter or for more information
you
may
contact
us
at
southeast.abate@gmail.com or
message us through our Facebook
page.
Our meetings have changed
slightly due to the chili cook off so
here is the new schedule:
January 10th 2015
Otis’s Bar and Grill Worthing
11:00AM
February 14th 2015
Flannery’s Pub Elk Point 2:00PM
Chili Cook Off 3:00PM
March 14th 2015
Davis Bar Davis 11:00AM
April 11th 2015
Bertz Bar Beresford 11:00AM
Eppo
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THOSE GUYS CHAPTER NEWS
Next meeting is January 4th at
2pm at the SF American
Legion
*Monthly meetings are being
held the 1st Sunday of the
month, starting in January
Meeting called to order at 1:40pm
with 54 members present.
State Rep Report: Gail made it
to Pierre for the November State
Board meeting, despite the snow
storm. Very few people showed
up, so it was a short meeting. She
distributed an information sheet
a b ou t r e p e al i n g t h e h i g h
handlebar law. Included on this
sheet, are talking points to bring
up to your representative. ABATE
will be working on getting this law
repealed.
Legislative Days are 1/15 & 1/16
– on Friday night they are having
minnow races and a Chinese
auction. Those Guys reserved 4
rooms, and they are full.
2016 Heartland Steam will be
held in
Sioux Falls at the
Ramkota April 1st & 2nd.
Gail is no longer the State
Membership coordinator, but will
remain
the
Those
Guys
membership contact. Thanks to
Gail for all her work during all
these years.
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order. A vote was taken, and 12
people were interested. Another
vote was taken, and many were
interested in having a party. A
January 4 t h pot luck was
discussed, to be held during our
meeting, and 22 people were
interested. Marisa from the Legion
suggested having the Legion cater
a meal, after the January 4th
meeting. A vote was taken, and
our Christmas party will be
Sunday January 4th at the Legion,
after the meeting, and Prime Rib
will be served. Marisa will offer $1
taps. Dessert will be pot luck.
June 6th (Jeff Joneson)
June 12th (Dennis)
June 26th-27th – Deadwood Poker
Run
July 11th – Hofer's Relic Run
July 19th –
Society Run
Children's
Home
July 25th – Big Paws Canine
benefit Run/Raffle (CVMA)
August 16th (Donna & Gail)
September 26th (Julie Schultz)
Children's
Home
Society
Christmas present fund is at
New Business:
$520. Passing the hat gained
On 7/25/2015, the Combat Vets another $108.
group are going to hold a benefit
Don't forget, the next meeting will
poker run and raffle for Big Paws
be Sunday, January 4th at 2pm
Canine, and are looking for Those
sharp. Christmas party to follow.
Guys help. This group trains
No December meeting.
service dogs for Vets and First
Responders, and sells them for $1 Those Guys will be getting 3
to Vets and First Responders. It booths at the Swap Meet this
costs approximately $5,000 to year. CVM will pay for one.
train a dog for service. Charlie will
Members needing to renew: Jill
help with the organization of this
& Steve Butterfield, Garry
charity run, and TG will promote
Daggitt, Dave Delay, Brenda
during our poker runs.
Fredericks, Dave Kott, Tim & Pam
The Those Guys Bowling party will Larson, Rich Minder
be Saturday 2/21/2015 at
Welcome to our new member:
1:30pm at the Sport Bowl. A full
Cheri Bohnenkamp
page Freedom Flyer ad is being
paid for by Sport Bowl. The ad will 50/50 of $75 went to Jeff Krell.
invite all other chapters to the He donated this back to the CHS
party. Slinger will help design the Christmas party fund.
ad.
SOL of $150 would have gone to
No VP report as Iggy is not
Poker run book is getting
present due to illness.
sponsors. Deadline to be included
Old Business:
in the book is 12/15/2014. Books
The new t-shirt orders are will not be stamped and no poker
finalized and ready to printed. The hands will be drawn. The books
shirts will be distributed at the will contain advertising. At the
January meeting. The chapter end of the season, a party will be
held and raffle prizes will be
ordered 12 extra shirts.
drawn for. The cover of the book,
Jeff Joneson checked on the with your name, will be used as
Monarch Lounge for our Christmas your ticket.
party on 12/27. They can seat
about 70 people, and we could 2015 Those Guys Poker Runs:
individually order off a party April 26th (Charlie)
menu. Prices vary on what you
Clay Hegseth. Next month will be
$160.
Motion to adjourn.
seconded and approved.
Motion
Upcoming meeting dates:
January 4th, February 1st and
March 1st
Winter is nature's way of
telling you to polish.
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WINDRIDERS CHAPTER NEWS
Next Meeting: January 5th 2015
Location: Scoreboard in Huron
Meeting @ 6:30 Supper @ 6:00
Auction on Friday evening of
Legislative Days. Phil will contact
our legislatures from district 22
and encourage them to attend the
meet and greet session on
Thursday evening of legislative
days. Phil will again be in charge
of the South Dakota ABATE IMPAC
Run on May 16th. Norma made a
motion to accept Phil’s report and
Don seconded it.
Members attending the December
1st meeting were as follows: Phil
& Norma Hohm, Joey Harms,
Todd & Dawn Meyers, Don &
Stacey Gurnon, Shelley & Schaun
Schnathorst.
VICE-PRESIDENT’S
REPORT:
Non
given
a
VP
was
absent.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
Phil
handed out his written report. PRESIDENT’S REPORT: Norma,
Norma made a motion to accept Shelley, and Stacey will be buying
Phil’s report and Stacey seconded items for the Salvation Army
the motion.
Angel Trees.
No new officers
STATE
REP
REPORT:
Phil
reported that South Dakota
ABATE will work on getting the
high handlebar law repealed
through the South Dakota State
Legislature in their January
session. For more information on
the repealing of this law read
about in the December Freedom
Flyer. Remember that Legislative
Days is coming up on January 15th
-17 th .
Phil is encouraging
members to attend this event.
Windriders will be giving members
$50 for expenses if they attend
legislative days. Don made that a
motion and Shelley seconded it.
We will also be giving some of our
t-shirts for prizes at the Chinese
were nominated. At present the
people
nominated
are:
PRESIDENT – Schaun Schnathorst
VICE-PRESIDENT – Steve Lovett
SECRETARY – Shelley Schnathorst
TREASURER – Phil Hohm STATE
REP Phil Hohm
ZZEN CHAPTER NEWS
No News. See Chapter Rep page 2
Elections of officers will be at the
January 2015 meeting.
Dawn
Meyers was nominated for the
Windriders member of the year.
The Windriders chili contest and
minnow races will be on March
14th. Schaun will be contacting
the Keith Murphy at the Red
Arrow Bar for more information
on this event which will be in the
February Chapter News. Phil will
be buying the gun for our toy run
raffle from Leader Hardware in
Mitchell. We have decided to get
the same kind of gun we had at
the raffle last year which will be a
Ruger AR 10/22 rifle. Phil made a
motion to approve Schaun’s
report and Joey seconded the
motion.
MEMBERSHIP
REPORT:
Windriders has 48 members.
Members that need to renew are
as follows: Dallas Almond, Roger
Graffunder, and Jeff McGirr.
Member that renewed is Wil
Kleinsasser. To renew your
membership send $25 for one
year or $60 for three years to
Windriders ABATE PO Box 289
Huron, SD 57350. Remember if
you move or change your address
your Freedom Flyer will not be
forwarded to you as it is mailed
3rd class. Let Phil know if your
address has been changed @
easyph@santel.net
Don made a motion to adjourn
the meeting and Shelley seconded
the motion.
Minutes were taken by Shelley
and typed, edited, and sent to the
Freedom Flyer by Phil
“LET THOSE WHO RIDE DECIDE”
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ABATE of SD Supporters
The businesses and groups or individuals listed support ABATE of SD
through the Business Supporter program. Please return their support with
your patronage.
1481 Grille, Arlington (March 2015)
Puzzled Bar, Parker (September 2014)
38 Road House, Sioux Falls (September 2015)
Prostrollo Auto Mall, Madison (April 2015)
American Legion Post 174, Lennox (January. 2015)
Redline Tavern, Yale (June 2015)
Backyard Motorcycles, LLC, Sioux Falls (March 2015)
Renegades Saloon (April 2015)
Beamers Pub, Lennox (February 2015)
Safari Bar & Grill, Renner (April 2015)
Black Hills Harley Davidson, Rapid City (July 2015)
Sport Bowl Lounge, Sioux Falls (April 2015)
Blue Jay C-Store, Egan (April 2015)
Steve’s Bar & Grill, Trent (April 2015)
Buffalo Restaurant, Murdo (March 2015)
Taylor Repair, Gregory (September 2015)
Chancellor Bar, Chancellor (January 2015)
TeeZers, Madison (December 2014)
Cheb’s on Main, Canton (May 2014)
The Baltic Lounge, Baltic (May 2014)
Cottonwood, Yankton (July 2014)
The Barcode Bar & Grill, Sioux Falls (December 2015)
D’s Fastfood & Catering, Aberdeen (December 2014)
The Garage, Sioux Falls (May 2015)
Dakota Beverage, Sioux Falls (May 2015)
Tormanen’s Bar, Badger (May 2015)
Dakota Insurance, Brookings/Baltic (December 2014)
W Dees, Gayville (July 2015)
Davis Bar, Davis (March 2015)
Edgar’s Old Fashioned Soda Fntn, Elk Point (May2015)
FM Crusaders, Aberdeen (March 2015)
Gregory Lanes, Gregory (April 2015)
Hillbilly’s Bar, Grill & Casino, Alcester (March 2015)
Howler’s Bar & Grille, Vermillion (March 2015)
HuHot Mongolian Grill, Sioux Falls (September 2015)
J & L Harley-Davidson, Sioux Falls/Watertown (Jan 2015)
Jake’s Place, Monroe (September 2014)
Jane’s Little Coalinga, Sioux Falls (May 2015)
Jim’s Tap, Brookings (April 2015)
Kulm Tasty Treats Cafe, Kulm, ND (June 2015)
Main Street Bikes & Trikes, Granville, IA (August 2015)
Main Street Humboldt Bar, Humboldt, SD (July 2015)
Monarch Steakhouse & Lounge, Renner (August 2015)
North Star Saloon, Dixon (January 2015)
Old 77 Bar & Grill, Dell Rapids (December 2014)
Petersen Motors, Pierre (January 2015)
Pheasant Bar, Winner (January 2015)
Important note: If you are participating in the ABATE
of South Dakota, Inc. State Poker Run, please add the
new business supporters listed above to your State Poker
Run booklet. If you have any questions please contact
your State Rep for more information.
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FREEDOM FLYER
The Good Times Calendar is provided free of charge to ABATE of South Dakota members and chapters. Any motorcycle related event will be listed for free, also. All dates/times/places are subject to change.
The dates and events listed herein are NOT guaranteed to be correct, as many items are supplied by sources outside of the Freedom Flyer. Events listed in bold print are official events/meetings of ABATE
of South Dakota and members are encouraged to attend. For more information about any of these events, contact the chapter, organization, or business listed with the event or see individual ads that may be
printed elsewhere in this publication.
ABATE of South Dakota 2014 - 2015
Good Times Calendar
DECEMBER
FEBRUARY
Dec 25th - Christmas
Dec 28th - Those Guys ABATE meeting 1:30 pm
JANUARY
Feb 7th -Sioux Falls ABATE Meeting/
Chapter Office
6:00 pm
Feb 7th -Sioux River ABATE Meeting/
Annual Chili & Salsa Contest - Jim’s Tap
5:00 pm
Feb 7th - Zzen ABATE meeting
Puzzled Bar, Parker, SD
1:00 pm
7:00 pm
Jan 3rd-Aberdeen ABATE Meeting/
Eagles - Room A
7:00 pm
Feb 14th - Black Hills ABATE Sno Ball
Band - “Thunder Road”
Fireside/Oasis, Sturgis, SD
Jan 3rd-North Star ABATE Meeting/
Pheasant Bar
7:00 pm
Feb 14th - East Central ABATE
Goofy Golf, Madison, SD
Jan 3rd-Sioux Falls ABATE Meeting/
Chapter Office
6:00 pm
Jan 1st - New Year’s Day
Feb 14th - Southeast ABATE Meeting
Flannery’s Pub, Elk Point
Chili Cook Off
2:00 pm
3:00 pm
1:30 pm
5:00 pm Feb 21st - Those Guys ABATE
Bowling Party
Sport Bowl, Sioux Falls, SD
Jan 3rd-Lewis & Clark ABATE Meeting/ 1:00 pm
Feb 21st –Kiwanis Pancake Feed
Xmas Party Potluck & Gift Exchange
Cozy’s Inn
February 21st- Buffalo Ridge Chili Feed/Silent
6:00 pm Auction at Ghent, MN
Jan 3rd-Sioux Falls ABATE Meeting/
Chapter Office
Jan 3rd-Sioux River ABATE Meeting/
Jim’s Tap
Jan 3rd - Zzen ABATE meeting
Beamers, Lennox, SD
1:00 pm
Jan 4th - Those Guys ABATE meeting
2:00 pm
Jan 5th - Windriders ABATE meeting
6:30 pm
Jan 10th - East Central ABATE
Game night/potluck - VFW, Madison, SD
Jan 10th - Lake ABATE Christmas
party - American Legion
Jan 10th - Southeast ABATE meeting
Otis’s Bar & Grill - Worthing
6:00 pm
Mar 7th -Sioux Falls ABATE Meeting/
pm Chapter Office
Mar 7th - Zzen ABATE meeting
Battle Creek Campground, Canistota, SD
6:00
1:00 pm
Mar 14th - East Central ABATE
Chili Cook-off/Minnow races
11:00 am Teezers, Madison, SD
Jan 15th - 16th - Legislative Days
American Legion - 6:00 pm State Capital - 7:00 am
Pierre, SD
Jan 17th- State BOD Meeting
American Legion, Pierre, SD
MARCH
10:00 am
Jan 24th - Northstar ABATE Polar Bear Plunge
Mar 14th - Southeast ABATE Meeting
Davis Bar, Davis, SD
11:00 am
Mar 21st - State BOD Meeting
American Legion, Pierre, SD
1:00 pm
Mar 21st & 22nd - Sioux Falls ABATE/
Motorcycle Expo Sioux Falls Convention Center
Mar 28th - 3rd Annual Safety Seminar
TREA - Rapid City, SD
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ABATE of South Dakota Good Times Calendar
APRIL
AUGUST
April 11th - East Central ABATE meeting
Family bowling
Kings Lanes, Madison, SD
Aug 2nd - 8th - Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
Aug 2nd - Black Hills ABATE
April 11th - Southeast ABATE Meeting 11:00 am Black Hills Charity Poker Run
Bertz Bar, Beresford, SD
Sign Up - 9:00 - 11:00 am
Sturgis, SD
April 25th - 26thAberdeen ABATE/FM Crusader
Bike Show
Aug 3rd - Lake ABATE Sturgis Poker Run
Dakota Events Center, Aberdeen, SD
11:00-12:00 sign up
Hill City, SD
April 26th - Those Guys ABATE Poker Run
Aug 6th - Whitewood Social Hour
12:00 noon
MAY
Whitewood Park
Whitewood, SD
May 8th - 10th - Heartland STEAM
Bismarck, ND
Aug 15th - East Central ABATE
Officer’s meeting - Schmidty’s
May 16th - SD ABATEIMPAC Run
May 16th - State BOD Meeting
American Legion, Pierre, SD
2:00 pm Aug 16th - Those Guys ABATE Poker Run
May 23rd - East Central ABATE
Bike blessing/Ride to Egan (weather permitting)
Aug 28th-30th- Fun Run to LaCrosse, WI
Brookings, SD
May 30th - Aberdeen ABATE Motorcycle 1:00 pm
SEPTEMBER
Awareness Poker Run & Dance
Sept 12th - East Central ABATE
Eagles Club, Aberdeen, SD
Pot Luck/Game Day
Scott & Heather’s - Arlington, SD
JUNE
June 6th - Those Guys ABATE Poker Run
June 12th - Those Guys ABATE Poker Run
June 19th & 20th - East Central ABATE
Family Campout - Madison, SD
Sept 12th - Lewis & Clark ABATE
Fall Run
Sept 19th - State BOD Meeting
American Legion, Pierre, SD
1:00 pm
Sept 19th - East Central ABATE
Trap Shoot
June 26th & 27th - Those Guys ABATE
Deadwood Poker
September 26th - Those Guys ABATE Poker Run
JULY
OCTOBER
July 3rd- Cackle Brothers Poker Run
Sign Up - 5:00 pm
Melgaard Park, Aberdeen, SD
Oct 10th - East Central ABATE
Supper/meeting - 1481 Grille
4:00 pm
NOVEMBER
July 11th - Hofer’s Relic Run
July 17th-19th - Aberdeen ABATE 35th Annual
Pierpont Wheel Inn
Pierpont Lake
July 18th - State BOD Meeting
American Legion, Pierre, SD
11:00 am
Nov 7th - East Central ABATE
Christmas Party
Social Hour
Supper
Nov 21st - State BOD Meeting
1:00 pm American Legion, Pierre, SD
July 18th - East Central ABATE
Bike Run
July 19th - Children’s Home Society Run
July 25th - Combat Vets Big Paws Canine Poker
Run & Raffle
DECEMBER
6:00 pm
7:00 pm
1:00 pm
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Welcome New Members
The following is a list of new members to ABATE of
South Dakota, listed by chapter.
If the spelling is wrong, please notify your chapter
membership secretary.
NEW MEMBERS
ABERDEEN:
Chris & Brenda Aman
Application for Membership
I wish to join ABATE of South Dakota, Inc., and one of the
following chapters. Enclosed are my $25 yearly dues. $5 of
which is a contribution to IMPAC and $20 to the general fund of
ABATE. Canadian dues are $44 – other countries’ dues are $50
due to the high cost of postage. Dues are subject to change at
any time.
Aberdeen ........................... 511N Main St, Ipswich SD 57451
Black Hills ............................. PO Box 761 Sturgis, SD 57785
East Central ..........................21 Bay Rd. Madison, SD 57042
BLACK HILLS:
Lake.................................... PO Box 168 Madison, SD 57042
Lewis & Clark ....................... PO Box 255 Yankton, SD 57078
North East .............. 1707 2nd Ave NE, Watertown, SD 57201
EAST CENTRAL: Matt & Sharon Bezenek
North Star .................. 33695 SD Hwy 44 Gregory, SD 57533
Oahe ...................................... PO Box 331 Pierre, SD 57501
LAKE:
Rushmore ....................... PO Box 1223 Rapid City, SD 57709
Sioux Falls ..................... PO Box 2431 Sioux Falls, SD 57101
Sioux River ....................... PO Box 191 Brookings, SD 57006
LEWIS & CLARK:
South Central ................... PO Box 23, Lake Andes, SD 57356
South East .......................... PO Box 42 Vermillion, SD 57069
NORTH EAST:
Sturgis ................ 2605 W Kingston Dr Sioux Falls, SD 57107
Those Guys .......... 2605 W Kingston Dr Sioux Falls, SD 57107
Windriders ..............................PO Box 289 Huron, SD 57350
NORTHSTAR: Mike Boyer, Lane Connot, Jennifer
Marks, Dan Riedl, Tim Wittmayer
Zzen ............................. 120 Zeliff Ave. Sherman, SD 57030
New
Renewal
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FOR SALE: 2004 American Iron Horse Texas FOR SALE: 2006 Honda Shadow Aero 750, black,
Chopper.
111 cubic inch motor, many extras. windshield, 10130 miles. Always stored inside. Very
$19,500 or Best Offer. 605-430-0666
well taken care of - must see to appreciate, a
really great bike! $3800 call or text 605-481-2718FOR SALE: 1982 FLT Big Twin Tour Glide-85%
Lake Andes,SD or email-babycat1958@hotmail.com
original, Lots or EXTRA’S, NO frame alterations,
Accessories - bike lift, tools, doc’s, cover, manuals,
oil, lubes, cleaning goodies, air cover & rear tire/
Please Let Editor Know of Sold Items.
frame snake lock. Excellent clean bike. $11,500.
Located in Whitewood, SD #605-722-3859
FOR SALE: 2007 Yamaha V-Star 1100cc, like new,
black, windshield, leather saddle bags, driver floor
boards. I’ve converted it to heal-toe shift, but could
easily be switched back. $6500 firm. 605-2060126; email vickien@knology.net.
FOR SALE: Easy Riders Magazines. 162 magazines
from 1973 to 1991. Various condition, from still in
the plastic wrapper to not so good. Very good deal
at $3.00 an issue. Call me and then come by and
look at them. Only stipulation. It’s all or none. 605391-6999.
FOR SALE: 1979 FLH Brown w/gold flake, 12,000
miles.
All original w/tour pak, rear light bar,
$7,500 OBO. Call Mike at 605-352-2678.
FOR SALE: 2004 American Iron Horse Texas
Chopper.
111 cubic inch motor, many extras.
$19,500 or Best Offer. 605-430-0666
FOR SALE: 2002 Dyna Twin Cam 88 Police
Defender, FXDP. No saddle bags but the running
boards, controls & dual disc brakes are still intact.
2 exhausts go with. Carbureted & fast. Needs
some cleaning. Black 2ith 16” fat Apes, windshield,
sissy bar, 38,000. Warner, SD $6.800.
FOR SALE: 2003 883 Harley w/Screaming Eagle
upgrade. Bike has 10,000 miles. Purple underlights
on bike w/purple spark plug lines. Purple flames on
tank & fenders. $9,000 PERFECT shape! #402340-4809 - Pickstown, SD
FOR SALE: Men’s pair of Harley Davidson boots,
(Still have the tags on them) Zipper opening with
steel toe, size 9M, $169.00 new.
Will sell for
$100.00.
Call Del at Hm#605-853-3233 or
Cell#605-870-0797.
I ride because I
love freedom,
independence, and
the movement of
the ground beneath
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605-370-1341
2400 W. Madison
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
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Kulm’s Tasty Treats Café
May
13 1st Avenue SW
Kulm, ND 58456
#701-647-2865
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912 N. Dakota Street * Vermillion, SD 57069
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47409 258th St
Renner, SD
57055
Steakhouse
#605-332-4411
Lounge
#605-332-2681
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Puzzled Bar
Parker, SD
11 to Close
7 Days a Week
605-297-0401
Food Available
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