Gold Wing Road Riders Assoc. Black Rose Wings, Chapter PA-V

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1 Gold Wing Road Riders Assoc. Black Rose Wings, Chapter PA-V Hanover, PA * Northeast Region April 2018 Vol. 22, No. 4 Chapter Director: Woody & Joanne Woodfill (717) luvdogz@embarqmail.com Asst. Chapter Director: Larry Staines - brynerlog@aol.com Levels Program Coordinator: Doug Motter - prosemi2017@gmail.com Chapter Couple of the Year: Mike & Judy DeGeiso - Mike@twoviewacres.com Treasurer: Mike Prince - mikep@gwrrapav.org MEC Coordinator: Woody Woodfill - luvdogz@embarqmail.com Ride Coordinator: Woody Woodfill - luvdogz@embarqmail.com Newsletter Editor: Brenda Milberry gwrra5editor@gmail.com Couple of the Year Coordinators Barry & Rhonda Blyler - brwings@comcast.net Technical Coordinator: Claude Gladfelter - gladfec@yorkinternet.net Sunshine Coordinator: Kit Johnson - kit.biglerville@yahoo.com Goodies: Bruce & Deb Etter - bndetter@comcast.net Historian: Ken Richardson - gwrider89@comcast.net Webmasters: Mike Prince - mikep@gwrrapav.org Ken Richardson - gwrider89@comcast.net Ice Cream Coordinator: Chocolate- Vanilla- Strawberry Roll for Dough Coordinator: Barry Blyler - brwings@comcast.net Events Project Manager: Bruce Etter - bndetter@comcast.net Charitable Events Coordinator: Jo Woodfill - joluvskatz@yahoo.com Advertising Coordinator: Brenda Milberry - shadowdancer89@gmail.com CHAPTER DIRECTORS Woody & Jo Woodfill Hello SPRING. Well we had our first ice cream ride of the season and what a turn out it was. Cyndy and I were the only ones that showed up. But we had a good conversation before the temperature sent us back into our cars and back home. But as you can see we have plenty of more things planned for the year so you all can redeem yourselves. The Bunny Run was again a huge success with over 300 stuffed animals collected. We were all disappointed that the only patient in the York Hospital Ped. Ward was discharged 15 minutes before we got there. The staff was overjoyed with the animals and then showed us around the ward which was very nice. Also at Hoffman Homes the children were very happy with the animals and a number of them had a hard time deciding which one they wanted. It is always a good feeling when we do this and the joy that we bring these children just warms your heart. Doug held a CPR class and now we have 6 more people CPR certified in the chapter. Congratulations to those folks for taking the course and I hope you never have to use. Woody -n- Jo Woodfill - Chapter Directors GATHERING LOCATION Cross Keys Motor Inn Banquet Center SECOND SUNDAY MONTHLY Check with Chapter Director or Assistant Director should there be an unannounced change Corner of Routes 30 & 94 (717) Breakfast at 8:00 am - Gathering 9:00 am - Ride 10:30 am (Weather Permitting)

2 ASSISTANT CHAPTER DIRECTOR Larry Staines As I write this it is 8:30 in the evening and it is still 60 degrees outside. A week ago we had a foot of snow on the ground. Now it's almost all gone, spring is here and all young men's fancy turns to riding their motorcycle. But before we can do that there are things that need to be done. One of those is our CPR/First Aid class. Doug took care of that with 8 of us in the class on a Saturday morning. This training is good to know but just like insurance you hope you never have to use it. Thanks Doug. Next up was our first ice cream ride to Tropical Treat. This was the day after all the snow. I hope anyone that made the ride enjoyed the ice cream. On the 24th we had our annual Bunny Run. I wasn't able to make it this year but I know there were a lot of bunnies collected. They will provide a lot of smiles throughout the year. I'm looking forward to Saturday and the Meet n Eat at Momma's Pizza. Looks like we will have a good turnout. Thanks Shirley for setting that up. On April 7 there is a meeting set up at the Prince homestead. We will be discussing and practicing our act for the District Rally. See everyone at the gathering and ride safe. Larry Staines Assistant Chapter Director MEC NEWS Woody Woodfill I have been in contact with some of the members that I have never seen and a few of the ones that I haven't seen at a gathering in quite some time. Some of the answers I'm getting is they don't ride much anymore or they like to ride by themselves. I told them if you don't ride much they can still join us on other events or they can use their 4 wheel and still go along to some of the nice places we visit. It will be a wait and see process to see if any of them show up. Hopefully we will start to see some folks that we haven't seen in a while. Woody Woodfill, MEC Coordinator MEMBER CONTRIBUTIONS: YOU MIGHT BE OLD IF 1. Everything hurts, and what doesn t hurt, doesn t work anyway. 2. The gleam in your eyes is from the sun hitting your bifocals. 3. You feel like you really hung one on the night before, and you were in bed asleep by eight. 4. You get winded playing chess. 5. Your children begin to look middle-aged. 6. You join a health club and don t go. 7. You looking forward to a dull evening. 8. You sit in a rocking chair and can t get it going. 9. Your knees buckle and your belt don t. 10. A fortune teller offers to read your face. - Submitted by Shirley

3 BIRTHDAYS ANNIVERSARIES April 22 - Chuck Owens April 22 - Barry & Rhonda Blyler 23 - Matt Herman 25 - Gerry & Bonnie Kerkeslager 29 - Our very own CD Woody Woodfill May 2 - Judy DeGeiso Please let me know if there are any birthdays or anniversaries that need to be added to our Sunshine list. Kit.biglerville@yahoo.com I d like to share with the chapter that my Cousin Vickie, who many of you have met on some of the rides I brought her along on in the past, has Stage 4 Lung Cancer. Please say a prayer for her and her family. She enjoyed coming along with the Chapter and you all made her feel so welcome and part of our biker family. Thank you so much, Brenda 2018 PA-V EVENTS Upcoming Events and Rides April 19 Ice Cream Ride Handel's Ice Cream, 2310 S Queen St, York 6:30pm 21 MD-H Spaghetti/ Bingo Reservations must be received by MD-H by March PA-A Bowling Challenge Downingtown 1pm May 3 Ice Cream Ride Sarah's Creamery, Dover 6:30pm 5 Safety,Shine & Swap Prince Kitchen (Breakfast 8am) 12 Chapter B Spring Fling Lancaster Central Park 9am SAFETY FACTS from MSF website 37% of motorcycle accidents are caused by speeding, compared to cars at 23%. One in three motorcycle accidents are caused by alcohol, compared to one in four car accidents. 21% of motorcycle accidents involve an invalid license, compared to 14% of car accidents. Motorcycle accidents ¼ collide with fixed object and ¾ collide with another vehicle. THE SIMPLE ACT OF WEARING A HELMET WHILE RIDING A MOTORCYCLE CAN REDUCE THE RISK OF A FATAL ACCIDENT BY 37% Woody Woodfill, Ride Coordinator MEMBER CONTRIBUTIONS: Happy Easter to everyone in Chapter PA-V Spring is just around the corner. - Submitted by Shirley - Submitted by Brenda

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7 The Mystery Winger PLEASE fill out and hand in to the Newsletter Editor at your earliest convenience. Form will run in the next available newsletter for other members to guess who you are. The answer will appear the following month. If a couple, please use one form for both of you. And HAVE FUN! 1. How long have you been a member of GWRRA? 11 Years 2. What is the best thing about being a member? Being part of another family 3. How many motorcycles have you owned? Eight 4. What is your favorite color of Goldwing? Illusion Blue 5. If you do not own a trike, would you consider a trike if necessary? Yes 6. Have you owned any other makes of motorcycles other than a Wing? Yes 7. Could you ever see yourself owning a Harley? Yes 8. If yes, what model? 74 Panhead 9. What is your favorite type of road? Twisties, No Interstates 10. How many miles make a good day ride? 500 Miles 11. Did you ever drop your bike while riding? Yes 12. Did you ever ride without a helmet? Yes 13. Do you prefer to ride in a group or alone? Group 14. Do you use the CB mostly to chat or for information? Information 15. What is your favorite part of the country? Mountains 16. What area should Chapter "V" put more emphasis on? More Involvement 17. What is the best thing about rain gear? Keeping Dry & Warm in Rain 18. How do you handle helmet hair? Beenie Cap 19. What is your favorite food? Edibles 20. What is your favorite restaurant? Korean 21. Where is your favorite ice cream ride? Summers Ice Cream 22. What is your favorite ice cream flavor? Toaster Coconut 23. What is the craziest thing you ever did on a wing? Accident riding with No Left Foot Peg 24. Where is the weirdest place you¹ve ever gone on a Wing? N/A 25. What is your favorite movie? Sound of Music 26. Who would portray you in a movie? Robin Williams 27. What is your marital status? Married 28. What do you do in your spare time? Proscrastinate 29. What are the most important things automobile drivers should know about motorcycles? Do Not Tailgate, Watch Out For Us Riders _ 30. Do you have any superstitions? No 31. No one knew this about me? (What don t they know?) Competed in National Rifle Competition 32. My pet peeve is? People That Are Late 33. Person you admire (living or dead)? Father-In-Law 34. You would like to have dinner with? Wife 35. My best attribute? Easy Going, Laid Back 36. My worst attribute? Low Tolerance for Stupid Drivers 37. What else would you like other members to know about you? I Stole My Wife From My Best Friend _ -- Compiled by Doug Motter Mystery Winger is:?? (Answer next month)

8 DISTRICT DIRECTOR April is a wonderful time of the year. The days are longer, the sun is beginning to shine more, flowers start to pop up and we realize that winter is slipping away. Yes, yard work begins but compared to the winter we have had it is a welcome change. And we know that we can get out riding. Congratulations to PA-K for being selected as the 2017 Pennsylvania Chapter of the Year. And thank you to the other chapters that sent in their paperwork and were in the selection process. Don t forget the Officer Conference Saturday, April14 th at Trinity UMC, 121 S Second St., Clearfield, PA. Reservations were due on March 31 st. The PA District Rally is May th at the Park Inn in Uniontown, PA. Reservations are due on or before May 4 th The rally is packed with events for you to participate in. We plan on letting you know more details about the rally this month. All Days: Seminars - Vendors (Indoor & Outdoor) - Rides (Guided & Unguided) - Hospitality Room - Games - Bingo - Karaoke - 50/25/25 Drawings Thursday: Road Captains Course (Full) - Masters Dinner (additional fee) - Bike Show - Opening Ceremonies - Elvis Tribute Artist - Light Show Friday: ARC Class (Full) - Couple of the Year (COY) Selection - Ice Cream Social - Talent Show Saturday: TRC Class (Full) - PA-E Gathering - Bike Blessing - Banquet and Awards If you have made your hotel reservations, don t forget to send in your rally registration form. Don t miss out on the FUN! The flyer is attached to this newsletter or you can find it on the District website at Hope to see you there! Hopefully you are aware, the District has a couple of camping events planned this summer. You do not need to have a camper to attend, everyone one is welcome! All Chapters West June th Host Chapter is PA- P Discounted Registration due by May 1, Bear Run Campgrounds is taking reservations for the event. Any questions contact Larry Meyer at gl1832@msn.com. All Chapters East July th Host Chapter is PA-B Discounted Registration due by June 16, Old Mill Stream Campground is taking reservations for the event. Any questions contact Jim Burr at payellowtrike@gmail.com. Please take time to look at the events page on the PA District website or at the front of the District Newsletter to see the other events that the PA Chapters have planned.

9 Try to take time out of your busy schedule and attend one of the events and have some FUN! If you are going out riding this month, remember it is spring and the roads have not been swept and there will be hazards. Plus, many areas have begun road work. Remember to always ride safe! Harold and Diane Jackson Your PA District Directors ASSISTANT DISTRICT DIRECTOR Hello Everyone The First day of Spring was March 20 th, we still haven t rolled the motorcycle or my bicycle out of the garage. As I look out the window the birds are singing and the Dove s on our deck are chirping, looking for food around our 13 of snow cover. It has been a very busy month for Us as we have been helping our Chapter PA-V to get points for Roll for Dough, it s always an adventure, and we always have FUN!! And we get er done. Ran into Jim Burr and his group from PA-B on our visit to Chapter M. They are KILLING it on the Roll for Dough (You Go Guys). We also have been as Asst. District Directors, We have been on the road visiting Pa. Chapters C, K, M, Y, even went to MD-F., all the chapters are doing great it was so nice to visit and chat with the Directors, plus socialize with the members. All the Chapters are doing fantastic getting their ride schedule, ice cream meeting, CPR renewal completed. April 14 th Officers Conference in Clearfield, Pa. we re looking forward to seeing everyone. Pa. District Rally May th we will be having lots of events going on Seminars, Riding Courses, Bike Show, Light Show, this is a good time to add those extra lights you have stored in your garage. Let not forget the Talents Show, from what I have seen in past years all the Chapters have some type of talent. Tell a joke, sing a song, put on a little skit, just be your selves and have FUN together. All Chapters East & All Chapters West, don t forget to send your registrations. Both of these events are going to be FUN-FUN-FUN and you will not go away hungry. Mike & I hope everyone had a great Easter, with family and friends. In closing we want to say if you have a question or need help with anything feel free to give us a call. There is no question to BIG or small that we can t answer or send to the GREAT and powerful >Harold and Diane for one!! Mike & Shirley Prince, (717) , mikep@gwrrapav.org PA. Asst. Directors PA DISTRICT EDUCATOR Hello everyone! Last month, we started talking about GWRRA s Rider Education Program (REP). If you missed it, look up the March newsletter to read about the purpose of the program. To refresh your memory, Level I is all about commitment, and Level II is Education. As they say on many TV commercials, But wait there s more! There are two more levels to REP. Do you have what it takes to up your game in motorcycle safety? The following information is taken from the GWRRA website. Level III: Safety by Preparedness Level III of the REP is also referred to as Certified Tour Rider/Co-Rider. It represents the commitment of the Rider and/or Co-Rider to be prepared in the event of an accident to give aid and possibly save lives. This is done by being knowledgeable in First Aid or CPR and carrying a first aid kit on their motorcycle at all times. It would be wonderful if we could achieve the coveted goal of zero accidents, however, we know realistically, accidents will happen. Because of this, it is important to be fully prepared to lend aid to unfortunate accident victims. It is important to always be prepared to save a life. Level III of the Rider Education Program was developed to deal with such circumstances by recognizing and encouraging proper First Aid or CPR training. CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation), has been used to save many lives. Being trained to render CPR or First Aid is a tremendous asset to those the REP participant will come in contact with daily. Requirement: Current in Level ll and have taken either First Aid or CPR training. No cost to sign up. Patches available at $4.00 per participant. Receive: "Certified Tour Rider" or "Certified Co-Rider" patch. Level IV: Safety By Enhanced Commitment and Preparedness Level IV is the most prestigious of the REP levels and is referred to as Master Tour Rider/Co-Rider. It represents the highest commitment of the Rider and/or Co-Rider to safe riding and preparedness. This commitment is shown by a demonstrated history of safe miles and current certification in both First Aid and CPR. These Master Tour Riders/Co-Riders are the finest example to everyone of the highest commitment to safe motorcycle operation and preparedness. Level IV of the REP, the Master Tour Rider, was designed for those special caring individuals who desire to "be all they can be" with regards to motorcycle safety.

10 The requirements are more stringent than Level III and require a greater commitment. These individuals are caring, trained and prepared with the experience to back them up. It is realized Level IV is not for everyone, but for those who desire to be of greater service to their fellow man, it is the correct prescription. Why desire to be a Level IV Master Tour Rider? It's a worthy goal. Being prepared to save a life is a high calling indeed! These individuals are shining examples to the rest of the GWRRA membership. Others aspire to practice the same commitment as displayed by those who have attained Level IV. For that reason, because these individuals are ambassadors to the members at all levels, GWRRA provides a special gathering to celebrate the Master Tour Rider commitment each year at the District Rally, Region D Rally and Wing Ding. Requirement: Current in Level lll for one year and have taken both First Aid and CPR training. Have 25,000 Safe Miles and must be committed to the suggested riding with "Proper Riding Gear" at all times. Cost: $35.00 for each participant (Black and Gold patch is available for another $8.00) Receive: "Special Triangular" patch with dark blue border and your individual Master number embroidered on it. Note: all Level Program Patches are also available in "Black and Gold" at a charge of $1 extra per level for levels I, II, and III. So there you have the program structure: Level I Safety by Commitment Level II Safety by Education Level III Safety by Preparedness Level IV Safety by Enhanced Commitment and Preparedness The GWRRA is proud to present the Rider Education Program. We encourage you to think seriously about motorcycle safety and be a participant in the GWRRA Rider Education Program. You should also remember the old cliché, "an ounce of prevention IS worth a pound of cure." Always wear protective riding apparel! If you are ready to sign up for the program, or if you have questions, please contact me at prosemi2017@gmail.com. I will be more than happy to help you. Remember to be seen, and have FUN getting there! Doug Motter PA District Educator DISTRICT COY COORDINATORS: We hope all had a very nice Easter! The weather has been changing as Spring is here, we thought till the snow storm March 20 & 21! The riding season is what we are looking forward to every year as we look forward the return of the spring weather! Watch out for pot holes, shell, etc. on the roads and vehicles as they are not looking for a motorcycle! Last month was the Couple of the Year Weekend. The weekend was very well attended with six Chapter Couples, PA District Couple, Dana & Danise Hartle, COY Coordinators and the PA District Team. Saturday was Fun & Games after our dinner at Prime Sirloin Buffet. A few highlights from the weekend was passing the box with short, medium & long straws that involved an opportunity to really get to know another couple, root beer floats & ice cream sundaes. Sunday was filled with knowledge of the Couple of the Year Program. Pat, PA District MEC & Barry & Rhonda discussed the Couple of the Year Handbook & PA District Asst. Educator Chuck Stone presented a module A Couple of the Year Perspective. Thank You for all the support that you have given to the Couple of the Year Program! PA District Rally in Uniontown May 17, 18 & 19 is around the corner. There will be seminars, rider education, vendors and more! Friday evening will be the Talent Show & Ice Cream. Yes the Talent Show is looking for talent! Contact Dana & Danise Hartle PA District Couple of the Year to join the fun evening with your soon to famous talent. Friday afternoon will be the PA District Couple of the Year Selection. Come on out and cheer for the Couples in the Process. If you have not sent in your registration now is the time to do so! On Saturday, February 25, we visited PA K along with PA-V. Former PA District MEC, Jim & Diane, were there as well. Diane had the floor and was talking about the Chapter of the Year Program and announced Congratulations to Chapter PA-K as Chapter of the Year for 2017! Couple of the Year was mentioned was a key to Chapter of the Year with visitation, events & roll for the dough Thanks to all the Chapters that sent their packets a job well done! This is the last year for Chapter of the Year Program in the PA District. Please extend your congratulations to PA K when you see them in your travels! Be sure to place All Chapter's East & West on the schedule, too. The host Chapters PA P & PA B have been working hard to be sure everyone has a great weekend! All Chapters has grown to a very enjoyable weekend as we set around camp fires, hope we win a Chinese auction item, rides & enjoy good food & of course ice cream! Your GWRRA Family will all be there! Barry & Rhonda Blyler PA District Couple of the Year Coordinators

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