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First Responders
Part 4 of 4
This month will conclude the steps involved in being a “First Responder” to the scene of an accident. Please take the time to review this
information and pass it along to others.
13. Stop bleeding, using sterile bandages/dressings if available
Two important things here are to (a) stop any bleeding as soon as possible and (b) keep the wounds sanitary as much as
possible. (a) is far more important than (b). Peripheral limbs are commonly lost to infection, but given the choice between
stopping bleeding and using a nonsanitary cover, using the nonsanitary wrapping is preferred. Blood loss is bad. Wounds
can be cleaned at a hospital.
If sterile dressings are not immediately available, women in the group may be carrying sanitary tampons, or Kotex napkins.
Either can be used as a sterile dressing, although obviously the sanitary napkins would be superior.
EXCEPTION: If there are cuts anywhere on the head, do NOT apply pressure. If there is a bone chip it is possible to push it into
the brain. It is also possible that stopping the flow of blood or cerebral spinal fluid can lead to a buildup of pressure on the
brain which is not good. You should still bandage the cuts loosely.
14. In case of femur injuries, check for blood loss. Femur (the “thigh bone”) injuries are very frequent. There are huge arteries
that run along the inner thigh; if these are opened the person can bleed to death in a very short amount of time. It is important
to minimize bleeding in this region! Use a pressure point above the cut to control blood flow out of the femur artery.
15. When ambulance arrives
Before the ambulance arrives, send people to the intersections in all directions to watch for/direct the ambulance.
When the ambulance arrives, it is important to stay out of their way as much as possible. Meet them and identify yourself
as being “in charge” and to be the person to contact if they need anything (bikes moved, people moved, whatever). Make sure
you
a. Provide accessible parking for ambulance
b. Let EMT’s know who’s in charge
c. Give factual account of accident (“And then the car comes along at 154 feet per second and hits our buddy here!” is
probably not going to help anything). At 40 MPH, there are 60,000 units of kinetic energy. At 50MPH, there are
120,000. It is IMPORTANT for medical personnel to have an HONEST estimate of the speed and circumstances at the
time of the accident.
d. Give them all of the information that has been written down (periodic vital signs and the three questions from UABCC at 5 minute intervals, personal information about the victim, etc.)
e. Give EMT’s an honest evaluation of patient’s drug/alcohol consumption
f. Stay back or leave if told
g. give EMT’s time to work
It is important to give the ambulance people the most accurate information possible! If the person just had 10 beers in the
past hour, tell them! They are not the law enforcement officials and their only immediate concern is the safety of the patient.
By underestimating, trying to cover up, or not telling the whole truth, you are only keeping important information away from
them which may be necessary for the safety of the patient.
If the helmet was removed, send it along in the ambulance. The doctors may use the visible damage to the helmet to assist
them in what to look for in terms of injuries.
If there were leaking fluids, let the medical personnel know. The fluids may have gotten on the patient and they need to know
if there was oil, gas, brake fluid or something like that on an open wound.
16. At the hospital
Only have one or two people in the Emergency Room at a time. If the doctors have questions and neither of the people in the
ER know the answer, send one of them out to the other people to find out the answer. Crowding everyone into the ER will only
make it more stressful and difficult for the ER staff to do their jobs.
Leathers will have to be cut off by medical personnel. Be mentally prepared for it. If they do not cut off your clothes, they will
not be able to do a proper assessment of the wounds and you are not being treated properly! If you are conscious and insist
that they do not cut your leathers, they cannot by law. If you are unconscious, it is implied consent and they will remove them
if in doubt.
17. Dealing with law enforcement
As with the ambulance, when law enforcement arrives identify yourself as being “in charge”. Let them know that if there is
anything they need, such as bikes moved or people moved, you are the person to talk to.
For them, walking on to a scene of bikers who are all in a very excited state is intimidating and this will help calm them and
give them some easy way to control the bike people. Again, this is the psychological management that Slider talked about.
It is obviously important to do whatever the law enforcement officials ask.
This information was taken from molenda.com/accident.html
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A couple of months ago, Michelle and I obtained our GWTA Rider Education Program Level 3 and 4 rockers. Finally!!! We’d
obtained the Level 1 and 2 rockers through our chapter program and at Gold Rushes XX and XXI. For quite a while, we’d been trying
to find a First Aid and CPR course offered within a reasonable distance and at a reasonable cost. This was proving difficult since
most of the courses in our remote location have been restructured and are now offered through the area colleges. Along with this
restructuring came the increased costs associated with formal education institutions. Our GWTA chapter could have sponsored a
course with the college or through GWTA, but many of Chapter W’s riders had already updated their certification through their place
of employment.
The need for a First Aid training refresher hit home this past year when my father became a farm accident statistic. A trencher
which Dad was moving to a work site popped out of gear, accelerated down a steep grade in reverse, went through a cattle fence, and
landed at the bottom of a canyon. My dad was thrown clear of the equipment at the first impact, halfway down the canyon wall. Each
second that passed after he and the trencher disappeared from view over the lip of the canyon lasted a lifetime. Each step of the
rescue seemed to take an eternity: getting to the patient, climbing up out of the canyon to find a cell signal for 911, waiting for a
volunteer First Responder team to assemble and locate the remote off-road scene, and slowly maneuvering a rescue vehicle out of the
canyons and through a rough cattle pasture with a back injury patient who’s going into shock. Forget an ambulance in this terrain!
The rescue team was amazing.
Dad survived and recently celebrated passing the one-year mark since the accident. His broken back and two broken scapula have
mended, and he’s walking. My dad’s lucky... but that day brought home the importance of being prepared and knowing what to do
during that critical time of waiting for help to arrive. Preparedness means everything. When an EMT (who also happens to be our
nephew) and a community church offered Michelle and I the extra seats at their local American Heart Association HeartSaver First
Aid & CPR course, we made a point to be there. There are a lot of good courses out there, but this one is used frequently in our area.
Much has changed since the last time I took a First Aid course. Years earlier, all the CPR rules and exceptions based on adult/
child/infant, etc. intimidated me. How would I remember all this in an emergency? Today, the instructions have been simplified
immensely. Our training included video examples of each course segment and numerous repetitions of the step-by-step procedures
(“The scene is safe”, “Do you need help”, “You!... Dial 911!”, “You!... Get a first-aid kit and an AED!”, etc.). There was plenty of time for
everyone’s questions and ample help from the instructor. The course also provided enough CPR dummies, so that we had plenty of
practice... no having to wait for your turn. We received step-by-step pamphlets (with diagrams) to keep in wallets, purses, or vehicle
and even a “refresher” DVD with our textbook to view at home. Can’t remember how many beats per minute for CPR? Watch the DVD.
Better yet, think John Travolta! Saturday Night Fever’s song “Stayin’ Alive” provides the perfect tempo for doing CPR compressions.
One lasting impression: Our course emphasized the importance of keeping the blood circulating through the body, so that the
oxygen gets to the brain and other organs. The repeated practices between video segments brought that key point home.
The most impressive update to our training? We received hands-on practice using an AED. (AED stands for Automated External
Defibrillator.) I appreciated the way our AED was programmed to direct users through each step of the process with simple, verbal
instructions and diagram labels to help verify proper positioning of the chest pads, etc. I don’t expect to have to operate this
equipment very often, but we gained confidence in knowing that the community and home-use brand AEDs we used were designed
with built-in safeguards to help avoid accidental shock of the patient or the responder. Our assigned AEDs checked for a pulse from
the victim or from anyone in contact with the victim. If the sensor detected a pulse, the safety feature kicked in and refused to deliver
a shock. Question: Ever wonder why a first responder might apply and then rip off the first set of chest pads when using an AED?
Clue: think direct contact and then think chest hair. Students in our CPR class also learned that the phrase “I need an AED!” can tell
a 911 dispatcher and emergency responders quite a lot about the situation in just a few key
words. It’s amazing what this little piece of equipment can do to increase your chances of
survival and our instructor recommended that group and community organizations check
for available grants when considering adding an AED to your First Aid equipment. I no
longer feel intimidated by these machines and would not hesitate to volunteer to operate
one if the need arose.
This article is not intended to provide detail examples or instruction in First Aid, but we
wanted to give our motorcycle family a peek at what they can gain from attending or
updating their First Aid training and to realized that this is something we can do. Why not
prepare for your next road-trip and refresh your First Aid/CPR skills. If you need forms to
update your GWTA Rider Education Certification Levels, contact your Chapter Rider Education
Director or go to the GWTA website. It’s so easy, and so Destination Friendship.
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Big Bike Parts
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Chapel Australian Bike Tours
www.chapelaustralianbiketours.com
Everett Powersports
www.everettpowersports.com
Markel American Insurance Co.
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Neosho Fiberglass
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We recently got into a discussion with some fellow members about just what our national operations staff handles, versus what
the board of directors handles on behalf of our organization. This month’s article is going to be devoted to explaining the various
duties and responsibilities of both the board and the operations staff.
Let’s start with the Board member. Our Board representatives are responsible for overseeing the bylaws of our organization. These
are constantly being reviewed, and updates are made in the form of amendments, every year. The bylaws are posted online with all
the updates that have been made to them over the last few years by our Board. Article V, specifically, details the responsibilities of
our Board members.
It specifies how many elected directors we have (10) and how many appointed directors we may have (up to five), as well as the
Chairperson of the Board, who is elected by the board representatives themselves. Each Board member sits a three-year term, and no
director may serve three consecutive terms. These folks also must have an operable Goldwing while they are board representatives.
The Chairperson has a lot of responsibilities – from selecting the time and place of the annual meeting, creating the agenda,
compiling the documentation, to chairing at each and every meeting of the board. This person also appoints a secretary for all
meetings, conducts the election process of GWTA members to the Board, and supports communications among the Board members.
There have been appointed directors serving on the board. These directors serve at the recommendation of the Chairperson and
appointment of the entire Board. These positions are advisory only, and have no voting privileges, nor can they be elected Chairperson.
Although it is desirable, it is not necessary for the appointed member of the Board of Directors to be a member of GWTA. Appointed
Directors may serve four (4) years with additional terms at the discretion of the Board.
One of the appointed directors is typically a financial planning specialist who advises on financial matters, although he or she
must be free from any personal interest. In other words, this Director cannot provide accounting, auditing, or other financial
services for compensation while serving as a Director. Another appointed director is an attorney. Just like the financial planning
position, this director is an advisor, and cannot be paid for any work they do for the association while they hold that office.
Typically, the board meets at least once a year – generally at the national rally on the Friday after it ends. The Board may vote to
hold additional regular meetings should they desire them. Other than the annual meeting, the Board may meet by telephone
conference call. Actually, though, the Board can take action without a meeting, so long as there is written identification of the action
to be taken, and all directors give sign.
As for compensation, board members are not paid, although they may have expenses reimbursed. Another benefit is that the
elected board representative and any household member may participate at board meetings, although only the elected representative
may vote.
So – what happens at these meetings? The future of the organization, actually. This dedicated group of people review petitions for
changes to the by-laws, vote on resolutions to change the by-laws, as well as review the financial report of the association at the
annual meeting. In addition, these folks work very closely with the Executive Director on matters pertaining to the governance of
GWTA. They work very hard for you, and the
next time you see your Board Representative,
please be sure to thank her or him.
The Operations staff begins with Bruce Keenon,
our Executive Director. He appoints regional
directors, as well as specialty directors, such
as Rider Education, Member Education,
Webmaster, and Helping Hands directors. These
folks are responsible for communicating any
new special programs that have been created
by national staff, such as membership
recruitment programs, changes to Helping
Hands, or other programs that benefit the
members.
The Executive Director sets the national
budget, manages the home office staff, makes
decisions related to our magazine, logo’s,
membership dues, company store items,
recruiting/retention policies, when and where
to hold national rallies, raffles or other fund-
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raising efforts. In other words, anything related to financial matters, policies, personnel,
or benefits/programs for the member is his responsibility.
The Executive Director must also be the owner of an operable Goldwing, and is not
compensated, although expenses may be reimbursed.
As mentioned before, the Executive Director works closely with the Chairman of the
Board on matters related to the future of the organization or any issues/concerns that
are raised by members.
So, while the Executive Director and National Staff take care of programs and financial
matters related to members, the Board member handles by-law changes that govern the
association.
Below is a quick test for you. Put a check mark in the appropriate column for who
would handle the activity or responsibility. Answers will appear in the July Touring
News.
See you in July!
Carol and Mike Brush
National Education and Retention Directors
May 9, 2010
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Is your bike’s insurance ready for the riding season?
Spring has finally started to arrive — even at our office in Wisconsin! And at long last, bikes will begin to reappear as well. Such
a “re-awakening” is a good time to make sure your motorcycle insurance has the specialized coverage you need for your bike. Unlike
auto insurance (where you don’t need special coverage for things like accessories), a basic, lowest-cost motorcycle policy may not
cover some of the customizations you’ve made on your bike.
That special chrome or those new saddlebags? In a bargain-basement policy, they’re likely NOT covered. So it only makes sense
to check. Companies that specialize in insuring motorcycles — like Markel — have motorcycle-specific options readily available,
and they’re plainly listed in your policy. Unfortunately, the language is often difficult to understand.
This month I’ll start a series of articles that explain the various elements of a motorcycle insurance policy in order to help you
know what you’re getting (or not getting) the next time you’re shopping for insurance. But, in the interest of getting you ready for the
season, this month we’ll take a look at an overview of the elements of a motorcycle insurance policy and highlight some of the
commonly overlooked elements. Then, in the coming months we’ll look at each in more detail and offer some tips for how to get the
right policy for you and your bike.
So, without further ado, some motorcycle insurance “lingo.”
Accessory Coverage — Half the fun of owning a bike is making it your own with accessories. Companies like Markel offer accessory
coverage that can cover everything from your custom chrome and leather riding gear to your windshield, fairings, and sissy bar.
Bodily Injury Liability — Protects you and your assets when you become legally liable to someone else due to a motorcycle accident
that caused injury, sickness or death.
Collision — Covers your bike’s repairs or replacement costs in the event of an accident caused by collision or upset.
Comprehensive — Pays for damage to your bike from non-collision events, such as fire, theft or vandalism.
Funeral Expense Coverage —Pays up to a pre-determined amount for funeral expenses associated with a motorcycle accident that
results in the death of an insured person who was occupying the insured motorcycle.
Mechanical Breakdown Coverage — An optional coverage that pays the cost of specific components in the event of a mechanical
breakdown, depending on the year, make and model of the insured bike.
Medical Payments — An optional coverage that provides excess medical payments, after any other medical coverage, for you or any
person you’ve given permission to ride your bike and any passenger, regardless of fault.
Passenger Liability — Protects you in the event you become legally liable due to an accident that causes injury, sickness or death to
a passenger who is not an insured on your policy.
Property Damage Liability — Provides coverage for an accident through which you become legally liable for damage that took place
while you were riding your motorcycle. This is designed to pay for their property, not yours.
Rental Reimbursement Coverage — Pays costs incurred for renting a substitute vehicle when your bike isn’t operable for over 24
hours due to a covered loss.
Roadside Assistance — Includes trip interruption reimbursement, 24-hour motorcycle emergency towing and road service, tire and
battery service, and more.
Trailer Coverage — Protects trailers designed specifically for pulling behind a motorcycle or trike, and towed exclusively by the
insured vehicle.
Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Bodily Injury Coverage — Provides protection for your injuries or death if you are involved in an
accident with a motorist who has no insurance or insufficient coverage, and is considered at fault.
Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Property Damage Coverage — Gives you additional protection against damage to your bike
caused by a motorist who has no insurance or insufficient coverage, and is considered at fault.
Once the snow is gone and the sun is bright, that open road is going to call. Be ready. Make sure that as you’re preparing your bike
for the season you don’t forget to prepare your insurance, too. After all, since there is no such thing as a “standard bike,” there is no
such a thing as “standard” motorcycle insurance. Your bike is as unique as you are, and — to be on the safe side — its insurance
coverage should be just as unique.
If you have any additional questions, call us at 800.236.2453. And be sure to visit our Web site for a lot more helpful
information about motorcycle insurance.
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Once again, everyone is invited to take part in RaveNRide 2010! Region A has arranged two tours. Please contact the Region A directors
to request a tour card. Participants have from January 1, 2010 through October 31, 2010 to visit each business or chapter listed on the card.
A sticker will be placed at each location visited and once the card is completed, turn it in to the National Office for a chance to win a $1,000
prize which will be awarded in December 2010! More information on each location is available at www.gwta.org or www.ravenride.com.
Region A Tour #1
Chet’s Honda
17 H St. SW
Quincy, WA 98848
509-787-3617
www.chetshondapolaris.com
Everett Powersports
215 SW Everett Mall Way
Everett, WA 98204
425-347-4545
www.everettpowersports.com
Cycle Barn
Either Location
Smokey Point or Lynnwood
360-530-7800
www.cyclebarn.com
Gerry Andal’s
27021 - 102nd Ave. NW
Stanwood, WA 98292
360-629-6569
www.gerryandal.com
GWTA WA Chapter N
North Cascade Riders meet at Eagle Crest
21102-67th Ave NE, Arlington, WA 98223
www.northcascaderiders.org
GWTA WA Chapter V
Auburn Valley Wings
meet at Puyallup Eagles
202 5th St NW, Puyallup, WA 98371
253-208-9867
www.auburnvalleywings.org
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GWTA WA Chapter C
Evergreen Wings meet at Everett Eagles
1216 Broadway, Everett, WA 98201
253-538-4915
www.evergreenwings.org
GWTA WA Chapter S
Skagit Valley Wings
meet at Cranberry Tree Restaurant
2030 Freeway Dr., Mt. Vernon, WA
360-630-1780
www.skagitvalleywings.netfirms.com
Hinshaw’s Motorcycle Store
1611 West Valley Hwy So.
Auburn, WA 98001
253-939-7164
www.hinshawsmotorcyclestore.com
Sheri’s Sweet Shop
207 Riverside Ave.
Winthrop, WA 98862
509-996-3834
Onthree Trike Conversions
1725 - 268th Ave. N.E.
Redmond, WA 98053
425-836-0373
www.onthreetrikes.com
Timber Creek Grill Buffet
9211 E. Montgomery Ave.
Spokane Valley, WA 99206
509-892-6390
Renton Motorcycle Mall
3701 East Valley Rd.
Renton, WA 98057
425-226-4320
www.rentonmotorcycles.com
Westside Motorsports
4201 S. Grove Road
Spokane, WA 99224
509-747-1862
www.westsideracing.com
GWTA WA State
22865 Bridgewater Rd.
Sedro Woolley, WA 98284
Come see us at the State Rally!
360-856-5815; www.gwta-wa.org
Wingman Enterprises
5663 - A N.E. 105th Ave.
Portland, OR 97220
503-257-4141
www.wingman.com
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First Aid Kits
Does yours need a check-up?
By: Cash Anthony
Do you carry a First Aid kit on your bike? If so, when is the last time you took a look inside? Many riders probably carry kits which
were purchased to meet a perceived safety requirement (or to qualify for a safe-riding badge), but if you don’t know what your First
Aid kit contains, you may be unpleasantly surprised if you ever need to use it.
What passes for a First Aid kit from sources such as discount stores and auto supply shops (and sometimes given away as Poker Run
prizes) may be woefully short of what is needed for our sport. In case of a motorcycle accident, I dislike to say it, but band-aids ain’t
gonna help much, folks.
I was lucky enough to take a First Aid course a couple of years ago with some of the best EMS people I’ve ever met, at the home of our
Assistant CDs for GWTA Chapter “I”, Kathy and John Holly. The team who taught the course had handled serious accidents on a daily
basis — in fact, the woman in charge told me it was rare for them to be on the job for a shift without having to perform CPR at least
once — and they had come upon a number of accidents involving motorcyclists. They stressed several things that have really stuck
in my mind.
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Your First Aid kit needs to have a really good pair of scissors in it, to cut away (thick) clothing. If you can’t see the injured
area, it’s hard to figure out what is best to do. You may find it worthwhile to invest in a heavy-duty shears which can handle
thick material.
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Every rider should carry a pair (several pairs is best) of latex gloves to be used in case of an accident where blood is spilled.
Having them on your bike may allow persons who want to assist you to make that decision without fear of contamination,
as well as being available to you to help someone else.
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A good First Aid kit should have a number of triangle bandages in it, which can be easily made from inexpensive muslin
purchased at any fabric or discount department store — I got mine for about .99 a yard. These pieces should be large enough
that you can make a sling from them, or fold them to use as a pressure-point type bandage, or put them on a head injury to
hold other bandages into place. Mine are about 30" by 30" and are cut on the diagonal. These are just unbleached muslin,
but they are clean and strong and BIG. I’ve NEVER seen a commercially purchased First Aid kit with these supplied. If you
need more than one (for example, after making a sling for an arm, it’s a good idea to immobilize that arm by binding it to the
upper body), you can tie several of these together if the patient is a large individual. Carrying a minimum of three triangle
bandages would be a good idea.
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I’ve also seen very few kits that have anything like enough sterile gauze pads. If you need to put pressure on a bleeding
wound, you’ll go through these items fast and will want enough to add another clean one often. NOTE: Place a new gauze
patch on top of an existing blood soaked patch in order to prevent tearing any existing clotting that has begun and reopening
a wound.
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It is helpful to have a bottle of filtered or distilled water in your kit. This can be useful in case of broken bones, eye injuries,
cleaning out other minor injuries, and for dehydration. If you’ve got a compound fracture, it may be helpful to put a muslin
bandage over a damp gauze bandage on the end of the exposed bone, to keep it from drying out, though an experienced EMS
person has advised to simply use a clean (sterile), dry, dressing as you would any other open wound. Many minor problems
can be dealt with initially by washing them with clean water, and debris in the eye can often be relieved by this, with nothing
else required. (Even if the water isn’t distilled or filtered, it can still be used if it’s of potable quality.)
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In the case of very bad head injuries, it’s not unusual to have substantial eye injuries. Unfortunately, eyes can come out of
place on impact. The recommended First Aid in this situation is to have a cup (like a clean Styrofoam cup) available to
contain the damaged and displaced eye, and to strap that cup onto the face with a triangle bandage or use a roll of gauze.
The medical folks today can do amazing things to put an eye back into place, but it’s a good idea to bandage both eyes to keep
the person from panicking (and to slow the ‘eye-matching’ reflexes, which try to make our eyes work together), while
touching and reassuring the injured party. Having a clean cup in your kit may permit you to do someone an invaluable
service by helping to save their sight.
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Those who haven’t taken a CPR or First Aid class in a while might be interested to know that the American Heart Association
guidelines on CPR have been changing gradually. The last time I took one (about 14 months ago), I found that the procedure
was not exactly the same as what I’d been taught in my previous courses. But all these courses do strongly recommend that
a person who is going to administer CPR have a barrier available to protect them from the bodily fluids of the injured party.
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This may be a plastic gadget that looks like a kitchen gripper, with a hole in it for a breathing tube, or a more sophisticated
mask that can keep a rescuer’s face and lips away from the injured party while he or she breathes for the person who’s down.
These items are inexpensive and are available at medical supply shops, but I’ve yet to see a commercial First Aid kit that
comes with one.
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Most simple First Aid kits contain some kind of antiseptic ointment or cream. These can be useful for minor sunburns or
insect bites, but they should usually NOT be used on an serious injury. When the medical folks start working on a wound,
they don’t want to wonder what has already been applied to it. When in doubt, throw it out.
In case of an accident, the first response these days is to call 911. In most regions of the country, even in rural areas, emergency
assistance can be sent out right away. However, if you ever become a witness to a bad accident, you’ll discover how important it is
to have current information and adequate First Aid gear, even if you can’t really do very much at the scene. It may save a life to know
what NOT to do.
When you reach for that First Aid kit, you’ll be better prepared if you know what’s in it and how to use it. Take some time to look at
what you’re carrying on your bike, to see if it’s what you really need.
Copyright © 1992 - 2010 by The Master Strategy Group, all rights reserved. http://www.msgroup.org
(James R. Davis is a recognized expert witness in the fields of Motorcycle Safety/Dynamics.)
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
has designated May 2010 - Motorcycle Safety Month
Motorists and Motorcycles Share the Road
This is a great time to think about keeping your skills current with a
Rider Education Course or by taking a First Aid/CPR Class!
www.nhtsa.gov
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The states that make up Region E, where the ’E’ stands for EXCITEMENT, Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Oklahoma and
Texas, provide some of America’s most popular attractions and some fantastic motorcycle roads. Region E includes such attractions
as the National Headquarters for Bass Pro Shops, Branson Shows, Dodge City, KS, the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, New Orleans, the
Alamo, the Gulf of Mexico of Texas and Louisiana and the list could go on and on. There are legendary riding roads in Colorado, North
West Arkansas, and South west Missouri, the famous Hill Country of Texas plus fine roads in all other states in the region. There are
many great rallies and rides throughout the region. Contact any chapter in the location of your choice for help in selecting a great
motorcycling experience.
Arkansas is one of five states that noted travel writer Gary McKechnie added to his “Great American Motorcycle Tours.” McKechnie’s
impression of his ride on Scenic 7 Byway from Hot Springs to Eureka Springs is typical of a biker’s first time in The Natural State. “A
ride reaching across mountains and hills from the thermal baths of central Arkansas north to one of the nation’s most impressive
resort towns. Nearly 100 percent undiluted natural beauties along a scenic highway reveal a new perspective on a misunderstood
state.” Arkansas’s natural beauty and unique, eclectic destinations are rapidly gaining popularity with motorcycle enthusiasts
throughout North America. We are a motorcycling friendly destination. Our scenic byways bank along verdant Arkansas countryside
rich with flora and fauna as diverse as our terrain, making Arkansas motorcycle trips a natural choice. From the majestic herd of elk
in Boxley Valley to the massive flock of waterfowl along the Mississippi, wildlife beckons bikers to savor the ride. Intriguing
historical sites, pampering luxury resorts and meandering pristine rivers pave the path of motorcyclists that tour our friendly state.
Looking for a dawn to dusk motorcycle road trip that will take you from the foot of the Ozark Mountains to the heart of the Delta?
Would you prefer a landing spot where you can park your bike and stretch your legs while shopping unique stores, listening to live
music, or wandering through one of only three living caves in the world? Unique motorcycle destinations, which cater to motorcycling
travelers, are nestled in the heart of Arkansas’s most rambling roads, broken by breathtaking vistas along the way. Biker-friendly
towns include Hot Springs, Eureka Springs, Harrison and Mountain View. Harrison has a new brochure this year detailing routes and
information about riding throughout the Ozarks. Events such as Bikes, Blues & BBQ in Fayetteville, Wild Hog Motorcycle Rally and
Music Festival in Helena, Dogpatch Biker Bash in Harrison and Arkansas H.O.G. Rally in Hot Springs attract thousands of bikers each
year.
For many motorcycle riders, exploring
Colorado motorcycle roads is the ultimate
motorcycle touring dream and perhaps the top
most coveted motorcyclist destination in
America. Many of America’s most breathtaking
stretches of the Rocky Mountains are found
within this abundantly blessed state. Also,
Colorado completely rolls out the red carpet
for visitors and so riders will find a large array
of amenities to take in when it’s time to pull
over and get off the bike. Some of the favorite
motorcycle ride destinations are Durango,
Rocky Mountain National Park, Aspen, and
Silverton.
Kansas was the home of an immense inland
sea that now serves as the state’s limestone
surface and filled with fossils. Due to its
ancient geological history, the s tate’s
topography is mostly comprised of flat expanses
interrupted by smaller sections of rolling hills
and covered by prairie grasses. As you move
from east to west, the climate becomes more
dry and windswept.
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The Flint Hills area is the most notable scenic area within the Sunflower State.
Louisiana boasts having some of the richest & most colorful cultural heritages in the US. Motorcycle riders can find scenic
motorcycle roads intertwined with fascinating cultural & historical stops in places such as New Orleans, Cajun country and the
plantation areas.
Motorcycle rides can include visits to prominent historical sites from the War of 1812 and the Civil War as well as shopping at
antique shops and artisan craft shops. Motorcycle roads along southern Louisiana feature coastal runs along some of Louisiana’s
397 miles of Gulf Coast territory.
Missouri is full of great motorcycle roads as the state is blessed with rolling/hilly topography & vast stretches of unspoiled
scenery resulting in a smorgasbord of winding & rambling country roads for motorcycle riders to choose from. Some of the Midwest’s
best motorcycle rides are found in The Show Me State when you combine this great scenery with a state that has a healthy supply of
tourist pleasing attractions. Attractions such as wineries, camping/hiking, quaint villages featuring antiques and artisan crafts, and
world class accommodations in locations such as Branson, Kansas City, and St. Louis.
Motorcycle rides in Oklahoma will feature scenery dominated by flat to rolling hills of various forms of prairie grasslands as
three quarters of the state is blanketed by prairie grasses (one quarter of the state is considered forested). Riders will see elevations
that vary from the state’s low point in its southeast corner (at only 800 feet above sea level) and rise as you move west into the
panhandle where the highest peak resides - Black Mesa at 5,000 feet above sea level. The state has four primary mountain ranges: the
Ouachita Mountains, the Arbuckle Mountains, the Wichita Mountains, and the Ozark Mountains. And, the state is home to the most
number of manmade lakes in the US at 200.
The Lone Star state offers motorcycle riders an exceptional array of scenic diversity with it’s over 260,000 square miles of
territory, altitudes ranging from sea level to 8,749 feet, and an incredible 624 miles of Gulf of Mexico shoreline. The panhandle
region of north Texas features big rolling grassy plains. The Texas Hill Country found in the center southwest portion of the state
offers rolling hills with breathtaking displays of wildflowers in spring. The area also enjoys a year round lush green landscape with
refreshing lakes and rivers making this area a clear favorite of motorcycle riders seeking scenic splendor. Moving further east (eastcentral and eastern TX) brings motorcycle riders to a vast area noted for its parries, lakes, and piney forest while becoming more
green and moist as you approach the Louisiana border. Moving further south will bring you to the Texas Gulf coast region … 624 miles
of coast for you to explore and enjoy. Moving to the southwest corner of Texas will provide motorcycle rides with a scenic backdrop
right out of an old western … landscapes of arid and rugged mountains, blowing
tumbleweed, valleys and sandy plains. With all of these choices, Motorcycle riders are sure to find countless miles of memorable
motorcycle roads in the Lone Star State!
Touring the Hill Country
The Texas Hill Country without a doubt offers some of the best year-round motorcycle riding to be found in the state of Texas. The
roads in the Texas Hill Country area offer spectacular scenic views and exciting riding for the novice and expert alike. For the
motorcycle touring and cruiser rider, the Texas Hill Country offers enjoyable riding with many interesting and historic places to visit
along the way. Whatever type of motorcycle roads you like, whether it be gentle curves or wild exciting turns, it can be found right here
in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. There is so much to see and do in the Texas Hill Country and that will be the purpose of this
website, to highlight some of the more interesting roads and places to see and visit while motorcycle riding in the famous Texas Hill
Country. It covers a large area from San Antonio north to Austin and then west for about a hundred miles. Besides the large cities such
as San Antonio and Austin, there are numerous small towns as well. Bankersmith, Sisterdale, Utopia and many others still offer the
small town hospitality and charm that keeps visitors coming back time and time again to the Texas Hill Country. Throw into the mix
the scenic views and great roads that motorcyclists enjoy and you have to ask yourself, what is not to love about the Texas Hill
Country.
One visit here and you will see why motorcyclists keep coming back for more. It is just a fantastic area to ride a motorcycle. The
roads west of San Antonio and Austin offer everything
from gentle rolling hills to wild sweeping curves that can unnerve an inexperienced rider. But we also have roads that will satisfy the
new rider too. I would highly recommend that you investigate your travel route prior to taking off for the day.
This area has so many great roads to ride that a map is essential. A map in hand can also save you should you get lost along the
way. Maps can be purchased at most Convenient Store in the area. They can also be obtained from the Kerrville Chamber of Commerce
located on Highway 16 South (Sidney Baker) when you enter Kerrville. Some remote areas of the Hill Country lack any fuel stops so I
highly recommend topping off the tank often. It is not rare to ride 50 miles or more and not see any gas stations along the way. If you
are riding the 3’s, (FM 335, 336 & 337) I would highly recommend topping off the tank when you pass through Leakey, Texas. It might
be the last fuel stop you will see for some time.
If you are new to this area, use caution when it comes to deer and livestock. This area has a very large population of whitetail and
exotic deer along with many kinds of exotic game that often can be found on the roadways. This is Texas ranch country and livestock
often get loose and can be found wandering on the roadway. Be alert for deer when riding, especially in the morning and evening
hours. The Hill Country has camels, cattle, wild hogs, buffalo, turkey, sheep, goats and so many other animals that caution is a must
when riding.
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Mountain Marathon
By Rick Cornett
Chapter RR, Texarkana, AR-TX
I love mountains, and I love state parks, so it stands to reason that I would really love mountains that are State Parks. Well I do,
and recently I had the opportunity to visit four Arkansas State Parks that happen to be on the top of some very beautiful mountains
located in the Ouachita Mountain Range and on the Southern side of the Arkansas River. I had been contemplating this ride for a few
months but was unsure when I would be able to attempt to complete what I had termed the Mountain Marathon.
I finally got the chance. At the weekly Wednesday pork chop lunch at Willie’s Café, attended by several Goldwing riders, I
mentioned my plan which was received with much interest.
Several of the guys wanted to accompany me on this mountain
trek.
So it was scheduled for the Tuesday of my week of vacation. It
had to be coordinated to maximize attendance because most of
us still have to work for a living. As the time to leave grew near,
more and more riders pledged to participate. By the day of the
ride, we had six bikes in all.
My idea was to meet at the junction of US highway 71 and US
highway 70 in Southwest Arkansas. All the locals know this to be
near a little convenience store called “Jo-Paul’s”. Although, the
name was recently changed, but it will continue to be referred to
as “Jo-Paul’s for years to come. From there we would ride north to
Cove, AR and then West into OK.
While waiting for the rest of the crew to arrive, I had the
pleasure of sitting at the picnic table on the porch with a couple
of the local loggers. One of them made the comment that he wished
all he had to do was ride around all day on a big ol’ motorcycle.
I assured him I wished that that was all I had to do as well. I informed him I was on vacation, and he answered, “What’s that?” As the
rest of the bikes arrived the same guy remarked, “Would you look at that six different motorcycles and none of them are the same
color.” He was correct: we had just about every color of the rainbow.
After leaving Jo-Paul’s and heading into Oklahoma, we progressed to Talihina, OK, where we were able to start the Talimena Trail
on the Oklahoma end. If you ever ride the Talimena Trail from the Arkansas end and don’t go all the way to the visitor center on the
Oklahoma end, you are cheating yourself out of some very pretty scenery.
We rode the Trail to Queen Wilhelmina State Park where we stopped for some delicious home-made pie and a pin for our vests.
While there, one of the riders asked how far it was to Mena, and was it down hill, indicating that he was running low on fuel. After
leaving Rich Mountain we did indeed stop in Mena and for fuel then, it was on to our next stop which was Mount Magazine State Park.
The ride to Mount Magazine was very pretty, but it was nearing lunch time so the troops began to growl. I could sense a mutiny
brewing so I asked the group if they would prefer to eat lunch in Booneville, AR, or to go on to the lodge at the mountain. The only
response that I got was a vote for the lodge, so I announced that the lodge it would be. That was what I wanted to do anyway, but I was
not going to impose my will on the group unless they gave me the chance to do so. The ride to the mountain was very pretty with views
of the lodge sitting way up there on the bluff merely a teaser of things to come. When we reached the top, I guided the group to the
lodge where we ate a very tasty and affordable lunch. The view from the restaurant was magnificent. A trip to the gift shop yielded yet
another pin for the vest. From Mount Magazine we rode to Paris, AR, then East to Dardanelle. From Dardanelle we then rode to Mount
Nebo.
The signs on the way to Mount Nebo warn that trailers greater than twenty-four feet in length are prohibited. There is a reason for
this. With only one way up and one way down the mountain, there are some very tight switch-backs. It was a lot of fun going through
the turn although not everyone along for the ride would agree with me. Once at the top, we stopped at the Visitor’s Center for a cold
drink and another pin for the vest. While there, one of the other riders mentioned that he was going to get a pin and a patch as he
would never be coming up here again. While sitting on the back porch of the Visitor’s Center he gave me a compliment for getting
together such a good ride and said he had really enjoyed it. I informed him that it was not through, and that we had another mountain
to go!
While on the Southeast corner of the mountain, we could see a small summer storm approaching from the Southwest. We decided
that it was time to get off the mountain and try to skirt this storm on our way to our next stop.
We left Mount Nebo and returned to Dardanelle for fuel before heading to our final destination of Pettit Jean Mountain State Park.
The storm was still well to the West of us so we had no problems getting to Pettit Jean. Once at the mountain, we proceeded to Mather
Lodge for something cold to drink and the last pin purchase of the day. Cedar Falls was almost completely dry so it was not very
impressive for those in our group who were first time viewers. After a brief rest, we headed off the East end of the mountain, but not
before we stopped at Pettit Jean’s gravesite and overlook.
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The storm that was previously to our West was now blowing through the valley north of the mountain on its way to Morrilton, AR.
The wind was pretty stiff at this point and you could see bad weather on the way, so we only stayed here long enough to take one last
picture. We made it off the mountain without getting wet and turned South at Oppelo, AR for our return trip.
Once we got to the Junction of AR highway 9 and AR highway 5, the group split up and headed for the house. By the time most of the
riders got home, they had ridden in excess of 550 miles in one day, and crossed four mountains. It was a long day, but it was a very
fun day and all involved expressed their pleasure in having participated. I hope you enjoy this ride as well as we did.
Touring Colorado
Chapters CO-A and CO-T
As one reminisces about the “good ol’ days, and the fun we have had riding with friends, participating in GWTA-sponsored events
such as Gold Rush, state rallies, poker runs, and the like—a realization sets in that the fun is, in large part, based on the friends you
shared these times with. One can ride in the most beautiful part of the country, which from our perspective, is found mostly in
Colorado (being Colorado natives— why would we NOT believe that?!), yet, the ride is
much more fun and enjoyable when you share it with others.
If you haven’t been to Colorado, then we recommend you get on your bike and come ride with us—there isn’t a road that you can
take that won’t lead you to someplace unique, some place historic, someplace fun...and when you share it with others, it only
becomes more enjoyable.
Each of the Colorado chapters have traditional annual rides that are an integral part of the riding season— from the annual
Memorial Day Weekend Ride with Chapter T to the Chapter A High Steaks Rendezvous to South Dakota, Chapter T’s Trail Ridge Road
Ride and Bubba Gumps to Chapter A’s Hummdinger Poker Run, not to
mention the monthly dinner rides, breakfast
rides, impromptu rides—there is always something going on in
Colorado.
If you are ever in Colorado, why not do a large loop (with some zigs
and some zags) of the state, and visit the following places: Start in
Loveland CO on the 3rd Saturday of the month—visit Chapter T’s
Breakfast Meeting at the local Perkins Restaurant and then start your
trip by riding
to Estes Park (a past CO GWTA Rally site) and over Trail Ridge Road—
which provides spectacular views of the majestic scenery of Rocky
Mountain National Park. It is the highest continuous motorway in the
United States, with more than eight miles lying above 11,000' and a
maximum elevation of 12,183'.
You can continue on towards Steamboat Springs and onto Meeker
(a GREAT restaurant waits for you there— along with a historic hotel),
and then continue onto Craig (another past CO State Rally site)—and north to Dinosaur National Monument at the northern tip of the
state.
Loop back down through Grand Junction (a past GWTA Gold Rush site), and south through Montrose and Gunnison....then, over the
Million Dollar Highway through Ouray and Silverton—and onto Durango (another GWTA Gold Rush site) and a stop in MesaVerde.
Somehow loop yourself back north to mountain towns of Leadville, Frisco, Copper Mountain (another GWTA Gold Rush site), and
stop in Breckenridge and eat at Bubba Gumps—as you ride south, be certain to stop at the Royal Gorge Bridge in Canon City—and
drive through Buena Vista (another past CO State Rally site) Loop over to Pueblo, back up through Colorado Springs, Denver, and
venture onto Longmont—be certain it is the first Saturday of the month and you can join Chapter A for their monthly breakfast
meeting at the Country Buffet.
St. Joe Parkway of Oct. 18th
by John English
Kansas Chapter KS-B
It’s a cccold Sunday morning, just a degree or two above freezing but the forecast calls for sunny and sixty later. I slip into my high
tech jacket with the electric liner, skip the heated pants—but pack them in the saddle bag— put on my gloves and jump on the bike.
I’m only going to the QT for gas so I decide to wait on turning on the heat. George is gassing his HD at the QT. He’s wearing a letter
jacket and cotton gloves. Now I can’t turn on my heat without looking like a wimp. His daughter decides it’s too cold for her to join us
on her Shadow and she heads home.
We join up with 6 other bikes and a handsome guy on a red trike and head up 435 toward Weston. The handsome guy is riding
sweep and tells us there is an unrecognized bike following him. After a while the new bike passes the trike and falls in with the two
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wheeled bikes. Turns out his name is Chris, the bike is a beautiful
red 2008 GL1800, and he was intimidated by the Yosemite Sam
mud flaps on the red trike warning him to back off.
We cross a couple of rivers and I’m daydreaming about the
floods of ’93 when much of this river valley was underwater. We
take the exit for MO 45 and Scott is waiting for us on the Mighty
MO (after the battleship not the river). It’s warming up and we
start to notice the fall foliage. Missouri has just resurfaced much
of the road for us and it’s a nice run to Weston. Pam is waiting at
Road P and directs us on to H. We stop at the filling station
gathering three more bikes for the ride. With a sigh of relief, the
handsome guy pulls up to the gas pumps. He forgot to fill earlier
and with total fuel capacity of nearly 100 gallons, he almost ran
out.
We all meet Chris and get some ride info from Pam. She then
takes off on the Bergman like we were late and I’ve got the Wing in
6th gear and scraping pegs trying to keep up. I would tell you where we went but I pretty much sat back and enjoyed the ride. The roads
had great hills, perfect curves, and the countryside side was beautiful. Our first stop was called King Hill. There is a big flag on a big
hill that overlooks St. Joe and the Missouri River valley. Bill gets a picture for the front page of the website.
Then we ride through St Joe on a (the) parkway. It’s a perfect medium speed ride through outstanding scenery with 14 bikes in a row.
At one point there is a small lake with a circle drive. We cause a minor traffic jam when a car stops for the bikes but the line of bikes
is too long to clear the circle. A dog in the car goes crazy barking, and we move on up the hill around an outdoor theater and to a (the)
zoo for a short stop. Lots of conversation. Many people, me included, saying they had no idea that St Joe had such beautiful roads.
Rick leads us to lunch at Terrible’s Casino on the river. Lunch was great, the food was good but the conversation was better. Pam
and Rick said they were moving to southern Missouri to run a campground near Bennett Spring. We’ll have to find someone else to
lead this ride next year. Good luck to Pam and Rick on their new adventure. The bikes starting trickling home and my group, with the
handsome man on the red trike, takes US 59 to Atchison and down K-77. North of Leavenworth the Tongi Two split off while the rest of
u continue on to K-5, 435, and home. Another outstanding day with the Eastern Kansas Tour Riders.
Some of the best Rallies take place in Region E. The SPRING
FLING 2010, was April 17, 2010, and was held at the Weston Bend
State Park, Bee Creek Shelter in Kansas City, Missouri. It is hosted
by the Kansas City Tour Riders.
REGION E RALLY 2010, June 4-6, 2010, will at the Country
Mountain Inn and the Kettle Campground in Eureka Springs,
Arkansas. For more information you can contact Tommy & Aileen
Dossey at tdossey@aol.com or 903-826-4107. You can also visit
Region E website at www.gwtaregione.homestead.com
COLORAMA 2010, October 8-10, 2010 at the Shady Oaks
Campground and The Hub Motel at the old Dogpatch theme park
in Harrison, Arkansas. For more information you can contact
Wiliferd & Charlotte Lair at drlair@sbcglobal.net or 417-3439227. If you have not attended any of the great events you have
missed out on a lot of FUN and FANTASTIC Riding.
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Trout Hatchery, Museum and More
September seemed like a good time of the year to venture out east and log some more
miles before the summer was over. We headed towards Cape Fair, Missouri to stay at a
lake house owned by the company my wife works for. If you want to spend a week at the
lake home, you have to sign up 2 years in advance! The view from the house is wonderful
and evenings on the deck make for some good relaxing time. We invited two other
couples to join us, John & Anita McCune and Dwayne & Linda Howard. Cape Fair,
Missouri is located by Table Rock Lake, Silver Dollar City and Branson.
We started our trip off with a Duck ride in Branson. The amphibious vehicle is based
on a WW II DUKW design built by General Motors in 1942. The ride takes you through
Branson, up a mountain for a view of Table Rock Lake and then down and into the Lake
for a short boat ride. If you are in Branson, this is a fun ride! www.bransonducks.com
The ladies also got their fill of shopping, believe me! They can find more craft stores in
a town than the map shows!
Our next adventure took us to Golden, Missouri to the Golden Pioneer Museum,
www.goldenmissouri.com. The museum is free and accepts donations. The core collection
is arrowheads, minerals and glass. The museum is a collection of few families and the
original collector started his collection when he was in 3rd grade! This museum is
unlike any we have ever seen before. This is a must see attraction and plan on spending
three hours. The museum is large and has a wonderful display of items to capture
everyone’s interest. The museum has a large collection of Fenton glass ware, arrowheads
displayed in large quantities, glass floats used in 1930-1950 north sea fish nets, watch
fobs used in 1900’s, turquoise carving, early settler guns, mineral collection and more.
We spent the whole day in Silver Dollar City and still were not able to ‘see’ all of the
attractions. Our favorite attraction was the glass maker. You can watch the glass maker
start with a glob of glass and finish with a very nice vase. Our favorite ride was the
Flooded Mine boat ride of which you shot laser guns at targets in the mine. The ladies
also shopped all through the theme park. We finished the day walking down the cave.
The Marvel Cave opened in 1894 and Silver Dollar City theme park was built around the
entrance to the cave. www.silverdollarcity.com
One of our rides took us to Roaring River State Park, which has a trout hatchery. The
trout are divided into pools based on age. Each pool is monitored for growth, health
and numbers. It takes 12-18 months to raise a trout before it can be released. The trout
are released at night between March 1 and October 31. Trout require very cold water
and the Roaring River trout farm hatchery is fed by a natural spring that produces an
average of 20.4 million gallons of water daily. The spring is the 20th largest in Missouri.
The spring pool is 224 feet deep and the pool surface is 1,045 feet above sea level. We
spent time looking at each trout pool and even fed the fish! They sure like the fish food!
www.roaringriverstatepark.com
We had some wonderful riding scenery
as we rode around Table Rock Lake and the
Roaring River State Park. The roads were
twisty and the trees were still in full
summer green. The trees had not yet turned
to the fall colors but it did not matter, the
area is beautiful in green or fall colors!
Overall, a very fun week of riding and
attractions.
Leaving the lake house, bikes from left to
right: Gail Hensley (orange), Dwayne & Linda
Howard (white), Anita McCune (yellow), John
McCune (orange).
Riding the twisty roads.
At the Trout Hatchery.
Ride safe and often,
Gail & Jorja Hensley
Pictured Right: At the Trout Hatchery: bikes
from left to right: Gail Hensley (orange),
Dwayne & Linda Howard (white), Anita
McCune (yellow), John McCune (orange),
Jorja Hensley (silver).
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Gold Rush XXIII: July 19-22, 2010
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Shield Contest
Regions, States or Chapters will create a shell design and decorate a medieval shield with their Region, State or
Chapter crest (the crest should incorporate GWTA and something special about your Region, State or Chapter).
The Shield contest will be judged on:
1. Originality
2. Use of GWTA in the Crest
3. The shields should be of a certain size (approximately 3 feet high 2 feet wide) and be made of cardboard
or light weight wood like thin plywood or balsa.
Here are some examples but make it your way
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Emergency medical response teams throughout Europe have used Honda Pan European Motorcycles for many years. The London
ambulance service just bought a dozen new Honda ST1300 motorcycles for their service. The pictures show the new bikes and the uniforms
the paramedics wear. They are very visible as are the bikes. Interestingly enough the emergency number there is 999.
LONDON AMBULANCE SERVICE CHOOSES HONDA’S ST1300 PAN EUROPEAN
as reported Honda UK Press Release
Honda’s versatile ST1300 Pan European has been chosen by the London Ambulance Service to extend its fleet of paramedic
motorcycles.
Twelve Pan European motorcycles have been acquired to cover the London Ambulance Service’s major expansion to the twowheeled paramedic fleet, following the realization that nothing can beat a
motorcycle for response times in the congested capital. The extra motorcycles
will help cover the whole of London, but especially the east side of the city.
Shaun Rock of the London Ambulance Service said, “We looked at response
times in congested areas of London twenty years ago and saw that motorcycles
were the solution to getting a vehicle and paramedic on-scene as soon as possible.
We needed to expand our two-wheeled operation so that we could ensure our
response capability was compliant with new government response times. Our
riding group evaluated a number of motorcycle models but, the Honda Pan
European has met and exceeded our specifications over the past 18 years and
we feel it continues to do so. It is capable of carrying a large range of medical
equipment and is perfect for our needs. It is capable of speed when required but
also possesses the excellent low-speed maneuverability that we need in the
congested areas of the capital. This is why we’ve chosen to further strengthen our existing fleet with twelve more Pan European
motorcycles.”
Honda’s Public Sector Operations Co-coordinator, Bob Fellows, said, “We are delighted to emerge as the favored supplier to the
London Ambulance Service with a version of the ST1300A8, which they believe meets their extremely high specifications. At Honda
(UK) we are proud to be of service to an organization which performs such a vital and reliable role to our capital’s community.”
The London Ambulance Service is the largest emergency ambulance service of its type in the world. It is made up of more than 4000
staff, working across 70 ambulance stations around London. They serve the needs of more
than seven million people who live and work in the Greater London area, which covers more
than 620 square miles. There are around 50 motorcyclist paramedics currently in the London
Ambulance Service and they provide on-the-spot life-saving treatment with response times
of just minutes, despite the congestion of London’s roads.
Earlier members of the Pan European family have been faithfully working in ambulance
services across the UK for many years. Since its launch in 1990, a number of organizations
have trusted the Pan European’s reliability and dependability to get on-scene in minutes so
paramedics can dispense life-saving treatment.
This is just one of many roles that the Pan has successfully tackled in its 19 years. The
original 1990 ST1100 was hailed as one of the finest touring motorcycles ever made by the
motorcycle media of the day and over the years it has been used by tens of thousands of
motorcyclists as a reliable commuter, trans-continental toured and courier bike, in addition
to more specialist roles by organizations across the UK. The machine’s V4 engine configuration
gave it impressive performance, while the chassis helped the bike handle like a much smaller
machine. In 2002, the ST1100 was replaced by the ST1300, which introduced a larger capacity
motor of 1261cc and many other refinements.
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GWTA NATIONAL EVENTS
Gold Rush XXIII July 19-22, 2010. Billings, MT. Gold Rush XXIII
will be held in Billings, MT in 2010. The host hotel is the Crowne
Plaza. Please see the registration form in this issue of Touring
News for hotel and rally information or contact the GWTA National
Office at 800-960-4982.
REGION A
Wing Washington 2010. Sponsored by Chapter E, Washington
State. Wing Washington is a photographic tour within the state
of Washington. All bikes and club affiliations are welcome. Wing
Washington gives you a chance to get out on your motorcycle
and find the photo sites and to see some unusual sites and cities.
It is a way to GET INVOLVED. A banquet is held in October. For
more info email wingwashington2010@comcast.net.
29th Annual Motorcycle Awareness Day (MAD), May 15, 2010.
Airway Heights, WA. Promoting motorcycle safety and awareness,
offering a fun run with games, a precision riding demonstration
by the Northwest Wings, door prizes and 50/25/25 drawing. Preregister by April 15th to be eligible for the $50 prize. Proceeds
will benefit Shriners Children’s Hospital. Open registration 810am at Northern Quest Casino, 100 North Hayford Rd., Airway
Heights, WA. All motorcycles and riders welcome! For more
information contact Michael Mustered, MAD Coordinator at
mmmsmustered@hotmail.com or 509-922-2637 or visit the Lilac
City Wings website at www.lilaccitywings.com.
2010 Annual Veterans Museum Poker Run, June 5-6, 2010.
Chehalis, WA. Benefiting the Chehalis Veterans Memorial
Museum. Open to all who wish to participate in a late 50’s/early
60’s style poker run. Check in and starting time at the museum is
from 9 -11am. Kick stands down back at the museum at 4pm.
Rest rooms, free coffee and cookies. Entry fee is $10 per person.
50/50 split. Course is 182 miles with 5 check points. Check
points one and five are at the museum. June 5th – Motorcycles.
June 6 th – Four Wheel Vehicles. Contact Pete Slempa at
sonny@sipnsearch.com for more info.
Family & Friends Campout, June 25-27, 2010. Ellensburg, WA. A
laid back camping weekend at the Ellensburg KOA. Potluck dinner
Saturday evening. The chapter provides hamburgers and hot
dogs and attendees supply a dessert or side dish. 50/50, card/
domino games, dirty bingo. Sponsored by Emerald City Wings,
Chapter A. Contact Al or Di Hennings for info on registration fees
at 206-878-9090.
Washington State Gathering, July 1-4, 2010. Ritzville, WA. Rally
theme is “Down on the Farm.” Free camping is available on school
grounds. Each paid pre-registration by April 30th will receive a
free Saturday meal ticket and chance at a $100 pre-registration
drawing. Each paid pre-registration before June 15th will receive
a free Saturday meal ticket. Registration $30 per person; Children
(ages 6-15) $10 per person. Registration includes door prizes,
lots of vendors, scenic rides, light parade judging, bike show &
shine, rider education and more! Contact Don & Carol Sims for
more info at statedirector@gwta-wa.org or 360-856-5815.
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Guiness Book of World Records Attempt, July 4, 2010. Ritzville,
WA. Check in 12:00 at the Ritzville Airport. All Honda motorcycles
needed for the largest parade of Honda motorcycles. Free event,
pins awarded, 50/50. For more info contact Don or Carol at 360856-5815.
Beartooth Rally, July 16-18, 2010. Red Lodge, MT. The Beartooth
Rally takes place each year on the 3rd weekend in July in Red
Lodge, MT. Located just 66 miles from Yellowstone National Park
at the base of the Beartooth Scenic Byway, the riding is outrageous.
The town is beautiful, and the people will show you what western
hospitality is all about. Make plans now to attend the 16th Annual
Beartooth Rally on your way to Gold Rush in Billings, MT. For
more information check out www.beartoothrally.com or call Tim
at 406-446-2022.
Evel Knievel Days, July 22-24, 2010. Butte, MT. Evel Knievel’s
hometown of Butte, MT plays host to the world’s greatest
celebration for the World’s Greatest Daredevil in the finest
fashion. Spanky Spangler, Ryan Capes, Trigger Gumm and the
Kaptain himself, Robbie Knievel have all performed headline
stunts for EK Days, not to mention dozens of dazzling feats
attempted by some of the country’s greatest stuntmen and
daredevils. All Evel Knievel Days events will be in Historic Uptown
Butte and free unless otherwise noted. For more info visit
www.knieveldays.com.
Non-alcoholic Halloween Dance, October 30, 2010. Masonic
Temple, 1004 SW 152nd St., Burien, WA. Sponsored by Emerald
City Wings, Chapter A. $15 per person. Dancing, costume contest,
pumpkin decorating, 50/50, snacks and late night supper. A
photographer will be available for purchasing pictures. Contact
Al & Di Hennings for more info at 206-878-9090.
REGION B
Chapter T presents Cinco de Mayo. Butte County Fairgrounds in
Gridley, CA. April 30 – May 2, 2010. Come join us for scrabble
run, poker walk, prizes, costume contest, piñata contest and more.
Saturday morning coffee and donuts, Saturday evening Mexican
dinner. Registration is $15 (register before April 15th) per person,
kids 12 and under free. Camping is $20 per site per night. Contact
Dennis Rogers at 530-741-2420 or Skip Paquette at 530-7498743 for more info.
11 th Annual Hobo Reunion. Bishop, CA at Brown’s Town
Campground. April 30 - May 2, 2010. Pre-registration $8 per
person, per night prior to April 15, 2010. On-site registration
and registration after April 15th is $10 per person, per night. Pins
to the first 100 registered. For more info contact Randie Buss at
702-645-7537.
2nd Annual SunRunners Rally & Ride. Alamogordo, NM. May 7-9,
2010. Friday includes guided and self guided rides and an evening
meet and greet dinner at the Elks Lodge ($20 per person, preregistration must be received by April 30th). Saturday includes
more rides or an optional poker run to benefit the GWTA Helping
Hands program and celebrate Alamogordo Cycle Center’s 11th
anniversary. Cost $10. Sunday there will be more rides. Host
hotel is the Quality Inn 575-437-7100; ask for SunRunners rate
MAY 2010
@ $72 double $78.75 single king tax included. Camping – Road
Runner RV Park 575-437-3003. For more info contact John
Gilsdorf at 575-491-0994 or jgilsdorf@tularosa.net.
Northern California Chapter “F” Mother’s Day Campout. Northern
California. May 7-9, 2010. Enjoy the scenery, eat, and ride a
little. The campground is in a beautiful area of the Sierras; 16
miles NE of the Gold Rush town of Auburn, within walking distance
of Rollins Lake. 50/50 and door prizes! Pre-registration is $7 per
person (postmarked by May 1, 2010). $9 each at the gate. Dinner
provided Saturday night by Chapter F @ $5.50 per person, must
be pre-registered. Contact Phil or Charlie Messer at 916-3620431 for more info.
Chapter O Straw O Berry Ride. Southern California. May 15,
2010. A great ride is planned through the Ventura County
backcountry. Ride pins to the first 100 to register. Donuts and
coffee at sign in; strawberry shortcake at the finish. For more
info contact Chuck & Leigh Burton at 805-647-7382.
8th Annual Bob Reese Memorial Run. Lakeport, CA. May 16, 2010.
Ride through beautiful Lake county. Entry fee is $20 per person
which includes lunch starting at 1pm at Twin Pine Casino.
Registration 8:30-11am at Hillside Honda & Yamaha in Lakeport,
CA. Ride ends at Twin Pine Casino in Middletown. Everyone
welcome! Contact Lynn at 707-245-4270, Susan at 707-279-2911,
or Paul at 707-263-9000 for more info.
Memorial Day Weekend Run for Charity. Southern California.
May 28-31, 2010.
Northern California Spring Fling 2010. Mother Lode Fairgrounds,
Sonora. May 28-31, 2010. Pre-registration (must be postmarked
by May 1st 2010) $25 GWTA members/$30 non-members. On-site
registration $30 GWTA members/$35 non-members. Children
under 14 free. Visit the Northern California website for registration
form and more info at www.gwta-norcal.org.
Chapter J Watermelon Run for Charity. Southern California. June
6, 2010. Contact Robert Griffen at 760-363-6110 for more info.
Willits, CA (a Campout!). Northern California. June 11-13, 2010.
Come join the fun at the Willits KOA campground! Visit the giant
redwoods, Fort Bragg, ride along the Northern California coast,
ride the Skunk Train, or just kick back and have a restful weekend.
Pre-registered campers $10 per person per night. On-site
registration $12 per person per night. RV’s welcome but you must
make your own space reservations with the campground at 800562-8542 – key word is “GWTA”. For more info call Bob Merrick
@ 530-872-0883 or email winecellardude@comcast.net.
Chapter L Fun Run. Southern California. June 12, 2010. Contact
Gary Biddy at 818-352-1777 for more info.
Chapter L Fun Run. Southern California. June 12, 2010.
Nor Cal Chapter X Ronnie Lee King Memorial Run. Northern
California. June 26, 2010. Contact Terry Owen at 530-384-1407
for more info.
Chapter P Karts/Gold/Candy Adventure. Cordelia, CA. July 10,
2010. Meet at Scandia Fun Center, Cordelia, CA at 9:30 a.m. for
mini-golf and mini-kart competition fun. Visit the Jelly Belly
Factory in Fairfield at 1:30pm for a tour and awards. Lunch is
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in the area for overnight visits. Pre-register by July 1; cost $15
per person. Contact Karen Davis at 925-686-3774 or
harrykaren@comcast.net for more info.
South Lake Tahoe Campout by the Lake. Northern California.
August 6-8, 2010. Come join us for a great weekend get-a-way at
the “Campground by the Lake” in South Lake Tahoe! Friday and
Saturday night 50/50 and campfire stories. Saturday lunch ride.
Pre-registered campers $10 per person per night. On-site
registration $12 per person per night. RV’s welcome but you must
make your own space reservations with the campground at 530542-6096. For more info contact Dennis Therien at 530-8774279 or email skyhawkgw@sbcglobal.net.
SO CA State Poker Run. Southern California. August 29, 2010.
State Picnic. Tehachapi, CA. September 16-18, 2010.
Chapter W Poker Run. Southern California. October 24, 2010.
Chapter L Support Our Troops Run. Southern California. November
14, 2010.
REGION C
Nebraska Chapter B & Iowa Chapter L Fun Run, June 6, 2010.
Council Bluffs, IA. Shelter #6 Lake Manawa State Park in Council
Bluffs, IA. Contact Barry Frum at bkfrum@gwta-c.com or 712545-3028 for more info.
GWTA Region C Country Hoe-Down, June 10-13, 2010. Spearfish,
SD. Come join us for fun, friendship, riding, games, talent shows,
great sights and great food! The first 300 adult registrants will
receive a rally pin. Your registration includes Saturday night’s
awards banquet meal. Saturday breakfast offered for $6.50 per
person. Dinner plays are available. Rally location is at the
Trethway Pavilion Right across the street from the city
campgrounds. Registration before April 30th is $25 per member
and after April 30th is $30 per member. Non member registration
is $35. Kids under 16 are $17. For more info contact Rick &
Kandie Hinrichs at papawing1@cox.net or 402-578-2368.
Mother Road Ride Rally, June 12, 2010. Willowbrook, IL. This is
a motorcycle ride down old RT-66. The ride starts on June 12,
2010 at La Quinta Inn in Willowbrook, IL. The ride will go to
Chicago to catch the beginning of RT-66 and follow RT-66 to Santa
Monica, CA. The ride ends in Santa Monica, CA on June 19th,
where there will be breakfast and awards. Call 817-488-4940 or
304-481-8350 or email pam@hhjm.com or georgess@juno.com
for more information. Registration is required.
Iowa Extravaganza, August 6-8, 2010. City Park in Winterset, IA.
Camping, auction, food, fun run. Contact Don & Kathy Thomason
at iowagwta@gmail.com or 641-493-2053 for more info.
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th
11 Annual Blue Ribbon Ride for Child Abuse Victims, May 15,
2010. Pelham, AL. The ride begins and ends at the Heart of Dixie
Harley Davidson in Pelham, AL. All proceeds benefit OWENS
HOUSE, the Shelby County Children’s Advocacy Center. Donation
$20 per person, $30 for two people on same bike. T-shirt for first
250 riders. 8am – 9am Registration; 9am Departure; 9am – 12pm
Family Fun Center; 12pm – 1pm Riders return, relax with lunch,
entertainment and door prizes. Everyone is welcome! http://
owenshousecac.org.
2010 GWTA Tennessee State Rally, May 21-23, 2010, Raccoon
Mountain Campground, exit 174 on I-24 just outside of
Chattanooga, TN. Friday night will be social time. Saturday is a
group breakfast, quick meeting, then a poker run to raise funds
for Helping Hands. Following will be lunch and then more group
riding time or time to see any of the local attractions such as
Lookout Mountain, Ruby Falls, Rock City, or the Incline Railway.
Saturday evening we will have a catered meal at the campground
followed by some go-kart races and social time, and maybe some
off-bike games. Sunday you can see the Tennessee Aquarium or
do some other site seeing before heading back home. We will
have a group of reserved campsites available. Those with larger
RV’s can have a spot for $30/night, smaller RV’s can get a spot for
$28/night. Those with pop-up motorcycle campers can share a
spot to save costs, no more than 2 campers per spot. For more
information on the campground see www.raccoonmountain.com.
Contact Bryan Seery, TN State Director, at 615-216-5881 or
BSeery@gmail.com for more information.
REGION E
Region E Rally. June 4-6, 2010. Eureka Springs, AR. Guided and
self-guided rides through some of the greatest motorcycle roads
anywhere. Friday night group dinner ride. Group campfire
Saturday night with hot dogs, awards, and 50/50 drawing. Tents/
trailers $11 shared site per night w/E+W; motel rates $62 per
night plus included breakfast. Registration $25 per person, $30
after April 15, 2010. First 35 to register will receive a free rally
pin. www.gwtaregione.homestead.com. Contact Tommy at
tdossey@aol.com or 903-831-4686 for more info.
Colorama 2010. October 8-10, 2010. Shady Oaks Campground
and The Hub Motel in Harrison, AR.
REGION F
Chapter W presents Fairborn Bike Show, May 1, 2010. Fairborn,
OH. Come join us at the Fairborn Senior Center for a bike show to
celebrate Fairborn’s 50th Anniversary. Bands, food and best of
show plaques. On-site registration is $10. For more info contact
Gary
Smart
at
937-631-1881
or
cdwheelsoffriends@bizwoh.rr.com.
Chapter W presents Photo Shoot, May 22, 2010. Springfield, OH.
Come join us for our annual fund raiser. Professional
photographer will take your picture with your bike and favorite
loved one. Food, vendors and live music. Event starts at 9am at
the George Rogers Clark park off of RT 4 in beautiful Springfield,
OH. No registration. For more info contact Gary Smart at 937631-1881 or cdwheelsoffriends@bizwoh.rr.com.
Region F Family Rally. June 11-13, 2010. Richmond, IN. Come out
and join the Family! We’ll be riding some very scenic roads,
having ice cream social, Saturday evening dinner, movie night
and fun for all! Contact Pat & Marie Beaudoin at 586-532-7724
for more info.
Michigan State Rally 2010. June 25-27, 2010. Evart, MI. Camping
onsite and motel adjacent to fairground. Many activities planned,
join us for a relaxing weekend. For more info contact Norm or
Sandy Helfer at 517-694-4665 or helfer797@comcast.net.
REGION J
Region J Ride & Buffet Luncheon, May 16, 2010. Bay Moorings
Marina, 200 Fox Street, Penetanguishene. Time: 12:00 Noon.
Hosted by Huronia Chapter H.
Poker Run for MADD, May 30, 2010. Newmarket Town Offices,
395 Mulock Drive, Newmarket. Time: 9am – 4pm. Hosted by
Chapter K, York Simcoe Riders. http://yorksimcoeriders.webs.com.
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Memorial Day is a United States federal holiday observed on the last Monday of May. Formerly known
as Decoration Day, it commemorates U.S. men and
women who died while in the military service.
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Cheap Flashlights
Long ago at a hardware store far, far away, I made an impulse purchase—a package of three flashlights at an incredible price.
They even included brand-name batteries. I should have known better. Within a short time, the big D-cell flashlight dismantled itself
at a less-than-opportune time, and shortly afterward the mid-sized C-cell flashlight failed me, too. While it remained intact in an
outward sense, the little parts that comprised the switch went awry. Was the Prince of Darkness in the flashlight business now?
These were even less dependable than the Lucas electrics on vintage Brit bikes. As the old axiom goes, you get what you pay for.
As another saying goes, burn me once, shame on you; burn me twice, shame on me. I wasn’t getting burned a third time, and so the
third flashlight was consigned to the junk drawer. Eventually, two household moves ago, it went into a box along with the rest of that
drawer full of odd parts, wiring bits, loose screws, and other little items that seem to have no apparent use. How could a selfrespecting biker discard those bits and pieces? Someday, out of that pile, I might pull the critical part to save the world, or at least
return a bike to the road.
I also swore off those evil impulse purchases (well, at least when it came to flashlights) and proceeded to buy an indestructible,
variable-focus, anodized aluminum flashlight for every bike I own. I even decked them out with carabineers so I could hang them
from the bike for hands-free lighting during roadside service sessions. All was good with the world, darkness was forever banished,
and time marched on.
A few months back I made a valiant effort to clear some space
in the garage for a new riding mower. I unpacked a-dozen-plus
boxes that I had moved unopened twice, and after wasting my
time sorting through them, all I could save were a few odd fuses
and a small AA flashlight. The batteries in it were still good, so I
tossed it into the glove box of my truck and forgot about it.
Two days ago, I was out running some errands on a fine spring
day with my dog Buddy and my truck. Like all dogs and bikers,
Buddy likes the feel of the wind on his face and so, after sunset,
when we encountered some road construction and a big traffic
jam, I dodged off at the exit and decided to give Buddy a ride
along the river road. This slower route would bypass all the
traffic, keep us moving, and give Buddy a wide range of interesting
things to sniff at out the window.
A short way from town in a deserted industrial area, I spotted
an older touring bike on the side of the road. It had its flashers
on and the rider was peering at the motor in the darkness. I
pulled in behind it, put on my four-ways and high beams to
illuminate the situation, and hopped out to see if I could help.
Seems he had a fuel-delivery related problem, as the bike had
been recently serviced for this very same issue. His garage
couldn’t come and pick it up, but with some cell-phone advice
from his mechanic and the flashlight from my truck, we figured a
way to get the bike to run. I followed him as he limped to an open
service station at the edge of town where there was light, fresh
fuel, and he could be safely off that dark windy road while he
sorted out his machine.
He was very thankful for my help and tried to offer me
something as a thank you. I politely declined, asking instead
that he pass the help along and stop for another stranded biker.
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He assured me he wasn’t far from home and expected the fresh fuel would make a big improvement. As I got into the truck and started
to put the flashlight back into the glove box, I realized he needed it more than I did. I handed it to him out the window and drove off
into the night.
Yesterday I bought one of those fancy flashlights for my truck as a replacement. While in the hardware store, I remembered just
where that flashlight I gave away came from—it was bought on impulse at another hardware store long ago. Maybe, in this case, I
did get more than I paid for. I think I will add one of those cheap flashlights to each vehicle I own; they do have a value, after all.
Vroom Vroom Mushroom Fajitas
These mushroom fajitas are so tasty, they are gone as fast as a top fuel Harley drag bike leaves the line at the green light. Serve
some Green Fire Tomatillo Salsa on the side to give this recipe its own green light.
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 medium-size onion, cut into matchsticks
2 canned chipotle peppers packed in adobo sauce, minced
1 cup carrot matchsticks
1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and cut into matchsticks
1 medium-size zucchini, cut into matchsticks
Two 14-ounce packages mushrooms, sliced
1/4 cup chopped garlic
1 teaspoon ground savory
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried cilantro
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
Flour tortillas warmed or lightly fried
Shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Killer Queso Sauce (page 288; optional)
Sour cream (optional)
1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, chipotles, and carrots and cook, stirring, until the onion
begins to brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the bell pepper, zucchini, mushrooms, garlic, savory, cumin, cilantro, salt, and white
pepper and cook, stirring, until the mushrooms have darkened and are tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
2. Ladle a spoonful of the filling on a tortilla and top with any of the optional sides. Serve immediately.
Makes 6 to 8 servings
Column copyright Bill Hufnagle 2010. Recipe reprinted with permission from “BIKER BILLY’S HOG WILD ON A HARLEY COOKBOOK”,
published by Harvard Common Press, Boston copyright Bill Hufnagle 2003.
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Motorcycle and Scooter Ride To Work Day
is Monday, June 21st, 2010
The nineteenth annual commuting event is expected to more
than double the number of riders on the road, according to Ride
to Work, the coordinator of the activity. “Riding on this day
showcases the positive value of motorcycles and scooters for
transportation. It is an economical, efficient and socially
responsible form of mobility that saves energy, helps the
environment and provides a broad range of other public benefits,”
states Andy Goldfine, the event organizer. Motorcycle and scooter
enthusiasts and rider organizations worldwide encourage their
members to ride to work on this day, and the event has also been
recognized by proclamation by over one hundred American cities.
According to the United States Census Bureau and the
Department of Transportation, over eighty million cars and light
trucks are used for daily commuting on American roads, and
about 200,000 motorcycles and scooters are a regular part of
this mix. On Ride to Work Day, the practical side of riding becomes
more visible as a large number of America’s 8,000,000 cycles are
ridden to work.
Studies have shown that across equal distances, commuting
motorcyclists reach their destinations in less time than those
using automobiles, that motorcycles and scooters consume less
resources per mile than automobiles, and that they take up less
space on roads. Motorcycle and scooter riders seek improved
employer recognition and support for this form of transportation,
and more public and government awareness of the positive value
of riding.
Ride to Work Day, a 501 c4 nonprofit organization, can be reached
at: POB 1072, Proctor, Minnesota, 55810 USA www.ridetowork.org
McQueen book celebrates “The King
of Cool” on his 80 th birthday
Phoenix, AZ (March 18, 2010) – Marshall Terrill’s tribute to the
small-town rebel who continues to keep so many millions
spellbound will be published just in time for Steve McQueen’s
80th birthday.
Steve McQueen: A Tribute to the King of Cool (Dalton Watson Fine
Books), tells his story through the eyes of those who knew him
best: family, friends, co-stars, business associates, acquaintances
and adoring fans from around the globe. Written in passage
form, each person brings a different view to the man and legend,
presenting him in an unsurpassed 360-degree perspective.
“It reads like a biography but it’s really a photo and tribute book,”
Terrill said, who spent three years compiling the information. “I
know it will please McQueen fans.”
Accompanying the 200 passages are hundreds of photos
McQueen’s life and movie career, as well as his passion for
automobiles, motorcycles and antique airplanes, many seen here
for the first time.
The 364-page book includes a foreword by widow Barbara
McQueen, a family tree, personal documents and memorabilia,
and passages from several Hollywood luminaries. Steve
McQueen: A Tribute to the King of Cool was released on March 24,
2010.
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