MAPLE CITY WINGERS. GWRRA Region D Michigan Chapter W. Ken & Patti Kintner. The Chapter W TEAM SEPTEMBER 2011

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1 MAPLE CITY WINGERS GWRRA Region D Michigan Chapter W The Chapter W TEAM Chapter Directors Ken & Patti Kintner (517) Assistant Chapter Directors OPEN YOUR NAME HERE!!! Chapter Educators Craig & Tanya White (517) Secretary Pat Szymanski (517) Treasurer Deb Bailey (517) Member Enhancement Tanya White (517) Newsletter Editors Ken & Patti Kintner (517) Wing News Reporter Suzy Stoddard (517) Brag Book Beth DeLine (517) Sunshine Person Karen Papworth (517) Goodies Dick & Karen Papworth (517) Awards, Plaques, Pins Dan Bailey (517) Chapter Ticket Sales Kent & Annette Naugle (517) Fun Goddess Mindy Rapp (419) Public Relations OPEN (Continued on Page 2) Ken & Patti Kintner Autumn - Just a few short weeks left in the riding season As your Chapter Directors, we have made it past our first Toy Run and we want to THANK YOU ALL for everything you all did! The weather man didn t completely cooperate - but it could have been worse. As a result we had the back of our explorer filled with toys to be given to Toys for Tots. We have a free event coming up and it was described pretty well in Chapter J s newsletter by Tom Wacker. So I m including his article for anyone who didn t know just what the DRJR2 is all about. Cal & Beth will be leading the ride after the Gathering on October 2nd. Hope you ALL come along! Remember IT S FREE! The following was written by Chapter J CD Tom Wacker: As I sit here on Labor Day Sunday contemplating the events to come, one in particular jumps into my mind that always stands out in the fall of the year DR JR2 (formerly known as DIRT J). This event always takes place the first full weekend in October and is put on by the chapters represented in the name Chapter D, Chapter R, Chapter J and Chapter R2. The best part is it s a free event for all who attend. I ll try to sum it up for those that may be unfamiliar to the event or may not know the function here goes. The event was started over twenty years ago to be put on by the Assistant Chapter Directors of Chapters D, I, R, T and J as an end of the season free event for the members that will not cost a registration fee in other words FREE. It is to be a chance for the ACD s to organize a function in training for the possible role as a Chapter Director. A rotation was put in place as the name reads and each chapter takes its turn hosting and organizing the event. The event is usually made up of different activities and each chapter is assigned an area to be responsible for, such as registration, 50/50 ticket sales (with 100% of the sales returning to the mem-bers), games, door prizes (although not required) and of course the host chapter is responsible for finding a location to hold the event with two requirements water and electric. It s also common for the host chapter to arrange a ride through the country side for any one that would like to go. As for the expenses, the chapters involved share in the expenses and every effort is made to keep the ex-penses to a minimum, having many things donated, with the largest item being the food. Jan Smith always seems to have a way of coming up with the food to feed the masses and keeps the cost to a minimum thanks Jan. The beauty of this event is the fact that it s a simple event and has been going on for so long there is no need for written rules to follow, only guidelines that ex-ist in the experience of the members and its longevity as an event enjoyed by many. As a matter of fact, I know of two members that have been involved with the event since its inception and I m sure there may be oth-ers. Jan Smith and Karen Bradley have been a part of this event and have the experience to put in on if no one else stepped up and I know they would do just that. However, with the chapters involved I m sure we will be having DR J R2 for a long time and it will continue to be a free event for our GWRRA members to enjoy. Well I hope I have explained this event well enough to give you the basic concept or DR JR2 and I hope to see you at this year s event. Tom Wacker - Chapter J Director If all of you at Chapter W already knew this - you forgot to fill us in If not - you know now! Let s Ride! Have FUN! & Ride Safe Ken & Patti Page 1

2 The W TEAM (Continued from Page 1) Toy Run Coordinator Cal DeLine (517) Annual Breakfast Coordinators Beth DeLine (517) Brenda Garner (517) Ride Coordinator Cal DeLine (517) Road Captains: Cal & Beth DeLine (517) Scott & Sherri Griewahn (517) Ken & Patti Kintner (517) Ron & Marlene McKimmy (517) Kent & Annette Naugle (517) Dick & Karen Papworth (517) Fred & Randa Probst (517) Ed & Vicki Philo (517) Dave & Bev Seeburger (517) Craig & Tanya White (517) Tanya White Well here we are more then half way into September and Region D s Rally is over. For any of you that missed it, we had a really good time. I find it sad that not more of us attended or camped, as it was so close to us. Craig and I camped with Chapter C, John and Audrey joined us on the trip over (they just happened to be on the same route as us) and so we had a great time camping with them. The Region Couple of the Year event was really interesting, as there was only 2 of the 3 districts represented in the contest. Sad news, our Ken and Patti did not win. Good news, our Ken and Patti placed 2nd and so we get them back, soon. Congratulations on doing so well with your interview. You guys did a great job. As most of you remember, Craig and I had a flat tire on the way to Memphis this past summer, and because we used our Gold Book, we met some really nice people in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Well while we were eating lunch on Saturday, we met the Region E couple of the year, and guess where they were from. If you guessed Cape Girardeau, you are right. They belong to the Chapter I in Missouri, and were part of the District Staff as District Couple of the Year and Asst. Directors. The just recently became the Region E COY. Wow! Anyway, they were there and we met, and became instant friends. I had ed Sherry the article for the newsletter I had put in ours and theirs. We had ed a couple of times and I figured that was it. Now we know each other and I am sure if we are back in that area we will have to attend a gathering of theirs and meet the rest of the gang. Craig and Region E COY Bruce & Sherry Watkins I are looking forward to that time. So everyone check your membership cards and update them if it is time and we will see you soon. Respectfully submitted by: Tanya White MEC 2011 Couple of the Year Don & Brenda Garner Our newsletter is supported by 50/50 sales held at the Chapter Gatherings. Showing up at he monthly gathering or meeting and buying a 50/50 ticket is all it takes to cover the cost of your newsletter. It would be GREAT to see all of you there more often. Also, color printing costs the chapter much more than B&W. So the mailed newsletters will be printed in Black & White. If you have internet access and signup for ed newsletters you not only save the chapter postage, but the printing costs as well! Of course, when you view the newsletter online, it is in FULL COLOR and you can print in color if you choose. Contact Ken Kintner to be added to the list. You will get an each month when the newsletter is ready! Also if you know of anyone who would like to receive our newsletter by mail or . Please contact Ken at or ken@vplenawee.com We openly welcome new members! Page 2

3 Craig & Tanya White Here we are into September already and the riding season is coming to an end. It seems like yesterday that we got our bike out for the April guys only ride. Our ride schedule calendar is clearing, so winter must be on its snowy way. The color tour ride is coming up in a couple of weeks and several other chapter events are soon to follow, bringing to a close the 2011 riding season. Some things to start thinking about over the winter are: 1. Medic First Aid and CPR training (Looking at a Saturday in February) 2. Attending a ARC or ERC training next year 3. Attend District, Regional Rallies and Wing Ding (compete in Top Gun and Amazing Team Challenge) 4. Commit to advancing in the levels program and improving your skill level Our Chapter W needs to pat ourselves on the back for all we do and accomplish. We need to take pride in who we are and how great our chapter really is. In attending the rallies we have attended, we see a lot of other chapters struggling to stay solvent. They are letting the little things become big things and tear them apart. Chapter W seems to keep why we are a chapter at the fore-front and moving forward. Riding safely is very important to us, so acquiring knowledge and friendships are all part of it. I for one, am very proud to be a part of Chapter W. Respectfully Submitted, Craig White, Chapter Educator Page 3

4 August Pictures by Dave & Bev Seeburger Yes, I m standing on the GRATE To thank Dave & Bev for the beautiful pictures, Great Job! What a view! Page 4

5 August 26th - 28th 2011 We had a great time Friday night with a Hot Dog Roast and a Movie. The two chairs look hungry for hot dogs! Karen & Randa served fresh popcorn during the movie. Marcie cooked up the pancakes & sausage for Saturday morning breakfast! Yum Yum! These 3 ladies were with the Ft. Wayne, IN Chapter who were also camping the same weekend. Page 5

6 August 26th - 28th continued... The clothespin game actually made Bob Smile - Both Bobs! Page 6

7 September 6th - Promoting the Toy Run Members showed up in full force! Many won door prizes from Dexter s and Culver s! Pooh Bear was having way too much fun! Page 7

8 September 11th, on the 10th anniversary of 9/11 We were glad to have Ed & Vicki Philo back - helping out at the Toy Run! The day started out foggy As our members got everything ready - the Madison Fire Department filled Jim s Dunk Tank! Page 8

9 September 11th, on the 10th anniversary of 9/11 Our check points were at Tecumseh & Onsted Fire Departments where the flags were at half mast in memory of 9/11. Page 9

10 September 11th, on the 10th anniversary of 9/11 Jim Rapp made sure that when our CD Ken Kintner s mother showed up - she had a SHORT throw to dunk him! CDs John & Audrey Drozdowski from Chapter C got their Stinky Skunk mascot back from us. After Ken helped him spray the crowd with his nasty odor. Page 10

11 September 11th, on the 10th anniversary of 9/11 We started with a moment of silence followed with the National Anthem. Then before the prize drawings, we handed out certificates for the largest chapter in attendance, oldest rider, youngest rider, and farthest traveled. Page 11

12 September 11th, on the 10th anniversary of 9/11 Chapter H CD Keith Barnes kidnapped our Mascot Waldo Chapter D-2 came and did a little duck dance to get their Duck/Mascot back from us. Former Fair Queen - Beth Kintner sang for us, Beth is Ken & Patti s Niece. Page 12

13 September 11th, on the 10th anniversary of 9/11 Our chapter treasurer, Deb Bailey counted up the money, Scott Griewahn did the 50/50 drawings. And we introduced Ron & Jan Smith, who are Region D Rider Education Ambassadors! Ron made another clock to raffle off and support Send an Instructor to Camp Thanks Ron & Jan! And the winner was Tanya White! And THANKS W for all your Hard Work! Page 13

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18 Upcoming Rides and Events: NATIONAL EVENTS July 4th-July 7th WING DING 34 - Ft. Wayne, Indiana REGION D EVENTS September 2012 REGION D RALLY - TBA MORE INFO visit MICHIGAN DISTRICT EVENTS July 2012 MICHIGAN DISTRICT RALLY - TBA Sept 25th October 2nd October 8th CHAPTER W & Area Events Wednesday Night Dinner Rides (see calendar) Zukey Lake Tavern - Kent & Annette Lead at 10am Gathering (1st Sunday due to Color Ride) 9am Color Ride / Chapter Y Halloween Party - Dick & Karen Lead 7am Tecumseh Big Boy or Country House at 8am October 15th Chapter J s - Rootin Tooin Rodeo Roundup - Ken & Patti Lead 4pm October 16th Blackhawk Chili Run - Cal DeLine Leads 10am October 22nd Dinner Ride - Ron & Marlene McKimmy Lead 4pm October 29th Fall Officer Meeting in Lansing - Anyone interested may attend Contact Ken for more information (For more information on region & district events go to the events page on the Michigan District Website.) FRIENDS FOR FUN, SAFETY AND KNOWLEDGE Visit Chapter W Monthly gatherings: Held the 2nd Sunday of every month (EXECEPT THIS MONTH!) at 9:00 a.m. at the VFW Hall located at 726 N. Main Street in Adrian. CHAPTER W WEBSITE: Page 18

19 GWRRA Michigan Chapter W October Events 10/2 - GATHERING Ride AFTER! DRJR2 FREE Fun Run Cal & Beth Lead 10/8 Color Ride & Chapter Y Halloween Party Dick & Karen Lead 7am Tecumseh Big Boy Leave 8am Tecumseh Big Boy / Bush s 10/15-4pm Chapter J s Rootin Tootin Rodeo Roundup - Ken & Patti Lead 10/16 10am Blackhawk Chili Run - Cal Leads 10/22 4pm Dinner Ride Ron & Marlene Lead 10/29 District Officer s Mtg. Chapter Directors Ken & Patti Kintner (517) Chapter Educators Craig & Tanya White (517) S M T W T F S Remember our gathering is on the First Sunday this month due to our Chapter Y Halloween Party / Color Ride on the 2nd weekend! GATHERING 1st Sunday due to & Color Ride DRJR2 Fun Run 9 10 Columbus Day Dave Irwin Bob Lape El Chapulin Chapter Y Halloween Party Return Ride from Chapter Y Essen Haus Chapter J Rootin Tootin Blackhawk Chili Run Cowboy s Grill John & Kathy Fred Probst Dan & Deb Bob & Mary Ann Harold s Place Larry Liedel Don & Susie Officer s MTG. Last Month to Ride from Hobby Lobby! In November we meet at the restaurant! DINNER RIDES Selected by: Ron & Marlene McKimmy Rides leave Hobby Lobby parking lot at 6:00 pm If you are joining at restaurant CALL reservation to By 5:00pm October 5th - El Chapulin 445 Airport Hwy. Wauseon, OH October 12th - Essen Haus County Rd 19, Pettisville, OH October 19th - Cowboy s Grill W. Chicago Blvd., Tecumseh, MI October 26th - Harold s Place - US12 & Onsted Hwy., Onsted, MI Maple City Wings October Birthdays 10/4 Bob Lape 10/10 Dave Irwin 10/20 Fred Probst 10/27 Larry Liedel October Anniversaries 10/20 John & Kathy Sell 10/25 Bob & Mary Ann Lape 10/28 Don & Susie Stoddard 10/30 Dan & Deb Bailey

20 G.W.R.R.A. of Michigan, Chapter W Ken & Patti Kintner 820 Toledo Street Adrian, MI GUEST COPY Director Mike Stiger Region D Directors Roger & Penny Hurley District Directors Bill & Vicky Young Senior District Educators Randy & Lori Wescott Region D COY Joe & Paula Swift Michigan District COY Ken & Patti Kintner Chapter W Newsletter Staff Chapter Directors & Newsletter Editors Ken & Patti Kintner Chapter Educators Craig & Tanya White Membership Enhancement Coordinator Tanya White Southeast Section Assistant District Directors Ron & Valerie Jones