Let s Ride Together on Our Goldwings FEBRUARY 2018 https://www.youtube.com/watch? v=pfcse7qff3u&feature=youtu.be GWRRA - OK CHAPTER L LAWTON ANGELWINGS www.gwrra-okl.org Chapter L gatherings are held on the first Monday of the month at Golden Corral, 2632 NW Cache Road, Lawton, OK. Eat at 6:30 and gathering at 7:30. 1
Table of Contents: CHAPTER L TEAM Chapter Directors: Chapter Team/Officers 2 Director s Corner 3 Calendar 4 Upcoming District & Area 5 Events & Chapter Pics. 2018 GWRRA Events 6-7 Schedule Chapter L Sponsor s Page 8 Assistant Director s Article 9 Birthdays/Anniversaries 10 Team GWRRA 11 From the Desk of Anita M. Alkire, President of GWRRA 12-14 OK Traveler Award Prog. 2018 15 OK Traveler Sign In Sheet 16 2018 OK District Tour 17 Max & Mary Rowlett 580-704-8290 Maxer50@aol.com Assistant Chapter Directors: James & Margaret Wooten 580-471-6116 jrwooten5144@msn.com Ride Coordinator: Richard Mears 405-328-4013 rmears51@yahoo.com Chapter Treasurer: Linnie Davis 580-215-8887 Newsletter Editor: Mary Rowlett 580-351-8290 yoyo729@aol.com Ticket Master: Margaret Wooten 580-471-0865 OK District Tour Scoresheet 18 Oklahoma District Team 19 Oklahoma Chapter Directors 20 Classifieds 21-22 Happenings in Oklahoma 23-24 2
DIRECTOR S CORNER By Max Rowlett, Chapter Director Geez! We ve already completed the first month of the New Year! My time is flying by! Better get the Goldwing out and get ready to ride! January was a very busy month as we had the OK. District Polar Bear Ride to Toby Keith s restaurant in OKC. Tom and Paula Clouse represented Chapter L-OK and praised the event as full of fun, games, friendship, and good food. Then we had our monthly movie ride to the Carnegie Theatres to watch Jumanji and everyone who attended had a good laugh from it. After a good movie we rode over to Anadarko s Braum s for ice cream. I m proud to announce it was open this time! The last time I took a couple to the new Braum s there was a sign to come back tomorrow for the Grand Opening! Missed it! Most of the Chapter Officers went to the OK. District Financial Meeting held in Jenks, OK. on January 27 th. Good to see old friends there and catch up on the happenings in OK. District. We had to leave the meeting about an hour early to drive back and attend the Chapter L-OK Dinner Ride to the Hoppin Jalepeno in Snyder, OK. Everyone appeared to enjoy themselves with good food and conversation. You know it was good when no one asked for after dinner ice cream! We ended the month with a great Super Moon, Blue Moon, and Blood Moon early the morning of January 31 st. The Super Moon is at its closes point to the earth and is at its brightest appearance, Blue Moon means two full moons in the same month, and Blood Moon is when the moon is at the point it takes on a bright red (blood) appearance. You might say this happens Once in a Blue Moon! Now on to February! We have our normally scheduled meeting/gathering on February 5 th and our movie ride on February 10 th. I must travel to Chapter M in Muskogee to present Level IV letters and patches to Ed & Karen Mason on February 8 th. Would sure like you to accompany me! Come ride along with me. Adds to our Travel Award. February 24 th is our Dinner Ride to Giuseppe s Italian Restaurant in Marlow, OK. We ve been there twice over the years and it s back by popular demand. We hope to have a great turn out! Participate! You need to participate in your chapters activities to have fun! Until next time. Keep the shiny side up! Max Rowlett Friends for Fun, Safety, & Knowledge 3
February 2018 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5Chapter L Gathering 6 7 8 9 10Chapter L Movie Ride 11 12 13 14Valentine s 15 16 17 Day 18 19Presidents Day 20 21 22 23 24Chapter L Dinner Ride to Guiseppe s in Marlow, OK 25 26 27 28 4
March 4, 2018: Chapter E Anniversary, 2:00-4:00, St. James Presbyterian Church, 11970 S. Elm St., Jenks, OK Happy (early) St. Patricks Day, Wear green! April 12-14, 2018: LA District Rally, Lafayette, LA, Mardi Gras Madness April 14, 2018: Chapter M Spring Fling Cookout, 12:00 pm, Spalding Park, 820 Dorchester Ave., Muskogee, OK. Hamburgers provided, bring a favorite side dish. RSVP ksgraham@beggstelco.net May 17-19, 2018: Al District Rally, Rocking on the Bay May 19, 2018: Chapter B Birthday Party, 12:00-3:00, at Belle Cow Lake, Chandler, OK. Fun prizes and cash will be awarded to lucky attendees. 50/50 offered May31 - June 2, 2018: MO District Rally, Branson, MO, Winging the Ozarks June 14-16: KS District Rally, (more information later) Chapter L Director, Max Rowlett, presenting a check for $375 to Tom File of the Lawton Food Bank. Funds came from the chapter treasury and private donations from our members. Richard Mears, third from right, getting sworn in at the OK District Financial Meeting for the position of Ride Coordinator for Chapter L. Thanks for your service, 5
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Assistant Chapter Director James Wooten Hello to everyone on the last day of January. Could you believe the weather today? Here in Altus, it was 73 degrees with very little wind, the perfect day for a ride. However, Nana and Papa had to take care of the grandkids, and so I didn't get to get the wing out and loosen it up after its been sitting for a while. But in just a couple of days, it will be Groundhogs day and we will see what he has in store for us. Hoping it s a favorable forecast. I have been looking at some of the videos on the new 2018 Goldwing, and right now the local dealers are in Austin, TX for the dealers intro on the new wing. Altus and Lawton Honda dealers are providing videos on the web of the new Goldwing. I will have to see how they feel about it. I'm sure they will be in favor of the new series since they will probably want to sell one or two. I know for myself, it s not going to happen. I will keep what I have now. I know that Honda is wanting to get a younger generation of riders on Goldwings, and I think that's fine. Hopefully, some of them will want to join GWRRA. Richard Mears is the new Ride Coordinator for Chapter L, and he is working on putting some rides together for the coming riding season. If you have a ride that you would like to make, please let him know. Maybe we could have an early ride during the daytime, and get back home before it gets too late and the temperature drops. I know it s hard to get everyone on a ride at the same time, but we always have fun even if it s only a few of us. So remember to get your wing out and go over the machine for anything that needs your attention. Hope everyone that can, will be at the monthly meeting on Feb 5. If not, you will be missed. Until then, take care! James Wooten 9
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TEAM GWRRA Email Phone Anita and JR Alkire President and Wingman aalkire@gwrra.org 623-445-2680 Tim and Anna Grimes Director of Rider Education tgrimes@gwrra.org 240-923-3272 Larry and Penny Anthony Director of Membership Enhancement mepgwrra@gmail.com 205-492-9728 Clara and Fred Boldt Director of GWRRA University toledotriker@gmail.com 319-240-4269 Randall and Janet Drake Director of Finance financedirector@gwrra.org 303-933-6073 Mike and Barri Critzman Director of Motorist Awareness itsawingthing@hotmail.com 760-486-3406 Dan and Rachel Sanderovich Executive Director Overseas dan.sanderovich@gmail.com 942-542-300-311 Israel 11
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Oklahoma Chapter Directors Chapter B Carol Haynes 405-255-3589 carouselranch@hotmail.com Gathering: 4 th Tuesday at Curtis Watson s Restaurant off I 40 at the McLoud exit near Shawnee OK, meet at 7pm Chapter E Kathy and Richard Oakes Gathering: 2 nd Tuesday at Golden Corral, 8144 E. 21 st St., Tulsa OK, eat at 6pm, meet at 7pm Chapter G Jim and Binnie Gullane 918-331-5859 Gathering: 1 st Tuesday at Montana Mikes Steakhouse, 3825 S.E. Adams Rd., Bartlesville OK, meet at 7pm Chapter J Bill Duvall wduvall@sbcglobal.net Gathering: 3 rd Thursday at Johnnies Charcoal Broiler, 33 E. 33 rd, Edmond OK, meet at 7:15pm Chapter K Lee & Cindy Headrick 580-716-1385 jinglesdog101@yahoo.com Gathering: 2 nd Thursday at Pizza Hut in Ponca City, meet at 7pm Chapter L Max & Mary Rowlett 580-704-8290 Maxer50@aol.com Gathering: 1 st Monday at Golden Corral in Lawton OK, meet at 7:30pm Chapter M Robert & Angela Jackson 918-260-5000 rj3ballman@gmail.com Gathering: 2 nd Thursday at Colton s Steakhouse & Grill, 565 W Shawnee St., Muskogee. Eat at 6pm, then meet at 7pm Chapter N Mark & Cindy Hoover 405-834-7516 soonerfan1962@hotmail.com Gathering: 3 rd Tuesday at Libby s Café, 111 E. Center Street, Goldsby OK, meet at 7pm Chapter P Bobby & Dianah Hale 918-706-963 halehome@sbcglobal.net Gathering: 2 nd Monday at Pizza Hut, 600 Lynn Riggs Blvd., Claremore OK, meet at 7pm Chapter X Char Sadler 918-223-5688 char.sadler@gmail.com Gathering: 2 nd Saturday at Sirloin Stockade, 208 N. Perkins Rd., Stillwater OK, meet at 9 am 20
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For Sale 2010 TrailMaster Aspen Classic Camper 12 Chrome Wheel Upgrade - includes chrome center caps & chrome lug nuts Air Conditioner Duct Kit (never used) Continental Kit: frame mounted spare tire rack Coupler: Swivel hitch Electric Brakes with Electronic Brake Controller LED Upgrade (replacement) Red brake/tail, amber turn & side marker lights Light bar: Steel, Chrome with 7 Red LED lights DEN: Add-A-Room 5 x 6 (never used) Screen: Add-A-Room 5 x 6 Spare Tire Cover Spare Chrome Wheel & Tire (never used) Sun\Rain Canopy: Attaches to camper s roof and flares out to 8 (never used) Tongue Stand Vinyl window Set: 1 panel fits either side window Window Awnings: side windows Cooler Rack (Adjustable) Cooler and Cover Cost new today is $7344.00 Will sell for $4250.00 Tom Clouse GWRRA, OK Chapter L taclouse@gmail.com Text or Call 580-704-0329 22
The Lawton RV, Boat & Outdoor Leisure Show, Feb 09-11, 2018 Comanche County Fairgrounds, Lawton, OK The Lawton RV, Boat & Outdoor Leisure Show is coming to Lawton Comanche County Fairgrounds this February. Come see new RVs, boats and outdoor-related products and services all in one place. Norman Chocolate Festival, Feb 10, 2018 Norman North High School, 1809 Stubbeman Ave, Norman, OK The annual Chocolate Festival in Norman, ranked third among food festivals in the United States by the Food Network, will delight chocolate lovers with over 25,000 chocolate samples. Featured in Southern Living magazine and winner of the Frontier Country Grand Award for Outstanding Food Festival in central Oklahoma, the Chocolate Festival will feature treats from over 30 area businesses from the Oklahoma City metro area. Restaurants, shops and bakeries are busy perfecting their tempting chocolate creations for the festival this year, which draws thousands of visitors annually. Feast on favorites such as chocolate amaretto cream cake, Godiva chocolates and chocolate fondue. Also, for something a bit out of the ordinary, try samples of chocolate chili and let your chocolate cravings run wild. Purchase a general admission ticket to this year's Chocolate Festival and feast on your choice of 10 chocolate samples. A premium, one-hour tasting session will be held from 10-11am and includes five extra samples. Come experience this sweet tasting event in Norman and get ready for a delicious experience you won't forget. Oklahoma Motorcycle & Car Show, Feb 24-25, 2018 Oklahoma State Fair Park, 3001 General Pershing Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK The annual Oklahoma Motorcycle & Car Show held at State Fair Park in Oklahoma City is a great opportunity to see classic and modern cars as well as get some great deals on parts and accessories at the swap meet. There will be rare antique and one-of-a-kind custom motorcycles and cars on display for your enjoyment. The day also includes a live band, roller derby expo and contests on both days. Be sure to stay for the awards presentation and see the best of each class. 23
OKC Land Run Antique Show, Mar 03-04, 2018 Oklahoma State Fair Park, 3001 General Pershing Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK The OKC Land Run Antique is fun for the entire family with over 50,000 sq ft of merchandise to discover and treasures to come across in the State Fair Park Pavilion at Oklahoma State Fair Park. Over 70 dealers from 15 states will be present with everything from antiques, collectibles and furniture to jewelry, art, books and records. This is your opportunity to find that perfect decorative piece to complete your living room or pick up a gift for a loved one or yourself. Frederick Fantastic Oyster Fry & Craft Show, Mar 03, 2018 Prather Brown Center, 211 S. 13th Street, Frederick, OK Come to the Frederick Fantastic Oyster Fry & Craft Show to enjoy fried or raw oysters and peruse a wide variety of items on display from crafters. First celebrated in 1952, this event is an annual southwest Oklahoma tradition. Feast on delicious oysters on the half shell or try them fried in the festival's secret recipe batter. This much-anticipated meal includes homemade coleslaw, potato chips, bread, iced tea and coffee. Desserts will also be available for purchase. After getting your fill of tasty oysters at the Frederick Fantastic Oyster Fry, head to the annual craft show, which is free and open to the public. Browse through booths filled with items for sale including pottery, jewelry, wood crafts, leather crafts, candles, needlework and more. Many visitors to this much-loved festival arrive early to do some shopping, antiquing or to visit a local museum, so make your way to Frederick and create an entire mini-vacation around the town's tasty oyster fry. 24