GOLD WING ROAD RIDERS

ASSOCIATION
Region H – Louisiana District

CHAPTER E
“EAGLES”

“Wings Over Cenla”

Monthly Newsletter June-October19

CHAPTER DIRECTOR Chapter “E” Team

Hi Guys, CHAPTER DIRECTOR:
Jake Fowler (318) 308-1494
Happy Columbus-Halloween & Thanksgiving! jfowlergwrra@gmail.com

ASSISTANT CHAPTER DIRECTORS:

We are hopefully coming to that time of year
again that we can ride!
JAKE FOWLER
Hopefully, your bikes are serviced and ready to ride CHAPTER TREASURER:
Pat Mitchel (318) 729-1239
when the weather changes and blue skies and
What’s Inside moderate temperatures return. Remember, you
don't have to ride to go on the scheduled rides you MEMBERSHIP ENHANCEMENT
Chapter Director’s Article
can meet the group at the destination in your car COORDINATORS: TBD
Page 1-2 Temporarily - Jake Fowler (318) 308-1494
Assistant CD’s Article or truck. You also don't have to ride a Goldwing. jfowlergwrra@gmail.com
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Rider Education Article WEBMASTER:
“T-Care” Jake Fowler
Pages 4-5 jfowlergwrra@gmail.com (318) 308-1494
“The Legend of the
Dogwood” Page 5
District Director’s Article
Pages 6-7
Birthdays & Anniversaries
Page 7 NEWSLETTER EDITOR:
Upcoming Events
Page 8
District MEC/Webmaster’s
Articles RIDE COORDINATOR/ROAD CAPTAIN:
Pages 9-10 TBD
Region Director’s Article
CHAPTER COUPLE 2016-2017:
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Continued on Page 2

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 Chapter Director’s Article Continued from Page 1
If anyone has any ideas of a good place to ride please feel free to express your ideas.

We find ourselves in a rather strange dilemma as most of our members no longer have bikes or are in good health

enough to ride. I know that not being able to ride is not a good feeling as I have experienced this for myself. Rest assured

that you don't have to quit or not participate in Chapter E as you can tag along in your vehicle or provide moral support by

attending meetings, membership drives or suggest places, events and more for the Chapter. We need your knowledge

and suggestions. Help get others especially they youngsters who only want to ride in town to join in our fun. Remember

you are part of our family and we need and appreciate you.

GroupWorks

GroupWorks is a new communication system being shared by all GWRRA members. We are talking nationwide.

Chapters as well as districts will have calendars. You, the member will be able to keep up with what is going on in not just

your area but throughout the entire state. Chapters will be able to email other chapters will very little effort. Districts will

be able to send out messages to not just their district members but to other district as well. Most chapters are aware of

how this system works, but it will take 90 or so days to get it going.

There is a lot of stuff going on , you just have to participate. Thanks a lot, ride safe and have fun.

Jake Fowler
Chapter Director, LAE
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Hi Everyone,

I recently mad a trip to Missouri to visit my Aunt in the White Plains area actually closer to Dora and
Twin Bridges.

While in the area I enjoyed many good motorcycle roads that curved and ran up and down at the same
time. Lots of fun to be had and the weather was very cooperative. In addition to the roads I stumbled
upon a semi well-kept secret in the Twin Bridges area.

For those of us who do more than eat to ride and ride to eat there is a wonderful place to go river
rafting, canoeing and more. Yes, there is a live band and karaoke for those of us brave enough to sing.
(Not me I assure you!) This is also in the Mark Twain national forest so the wild life is abundant, be
careful as deer cross the road during day and night times. Yes, occasionally there is a bear. I highly
recommend this area.

Twin Bridges Canoe & Campgrounds will be hosting their annual Bike Rally on September 26-28th of 2019
with a poker ride for charity. Hope to see you there!

I speak to you now of the Twin Bridges Canoe & Campgrounds.

Phone: 417-256-7507
Fax: 417-256-2987
Email: twinbridgescanoe@gmail.com
Write: Twin Bridges Canoe & Campground Inc.
HC 64 Box 2300
West Plains, Missouri 65775

GPS: N 36 48.58′ • W 92 8.93′

Under New Ownership!

Don, Angela, Nolan and Judy

There is a country store and a Restaurant available. The restaurant is where the band plays and the
Karaoke singers hang out.
They have 5 new cabins! $132 per night, up to 5 people. Call for details!
One and two room cabins, sleeping 2-4 people. Two and three bedroom trailer cabins,
sleeping 9-12 people.
2 BR and 3 BR units: kitchen, living room, restroom, shower, AC, heat. Linens not included.
3 BR units have a 5 person, 2 night minimum and 2 BR units have a 5 person / 2-night minimum
during weekends. Missouri sales tax applies. NON-SMOKING.
Cabins
2 person and 4 person units (1 double bed or 2 double bed units): Kitchenette, sitting

area, restroom, shower, AC, heat. Linens not included. 2 night minimum during weekends.
Missouri sales tax applies. NON-SMOKING.

Osbourn Cabin on Spring Creek

Sleeps up to 12 people. All linens provided. 2-night minimum during weekends. Missouri sales
tax applies. NON-SMOKING.
The Bunkhouse at Twin Bridges.

2-night minimum during weekends. Missouri sales tax applies. NON-SMOKING.

There is a $500 cleaning fee if you smoke in any of our cabins.

Click here to see Cabin Floor Plans.

 Great Meals & Our New Café!
Twin Bridges Bar & Café…

If you have a large group call us at 417-256-7507 to make meal arrangements. We can provide
catering for parties, weddings, reunions and most group events. Sack lunches available with
advance notice. Eat on our deck out back!

HOURS
7 am–7 pm, Sunday and Tuesday thru Thursday
7 am–11 pm, Friday & Saturday
Closed on Monday except Memorial Day, Labor Day
and the Monday after the 4th of July.

• RIBS •
• BRISKET •
• PULLED PORK •
• BURGERS •
• BREAKFAST •

!!! KARAOKE ON FRIDAY !!!

This is Don the owner.
Rates at Twin Bridges
Let us take care of all the work and leave you to enjoy your trip. Click here to read our Policies
on this page. Tax is not included in the prices shown below.

Please note that we no longer service any floats to or from Hammonds.

OUR CANCELLATION POLICY – Please read this carefully

If you must cancel a 14 day notice is required to receive a full refund less a $20 processing
fee. If you cancel less than 14 days but more than 3 days to your arrival date, a gift
certificate for the full deposit will be issued. If you must cancel in less than 3 days, you will
lose your deposit with no refund or credit issued. Guests departing prior to the departure
date will be charged for the remainder of their original reservation.
CANOES • KAYAKS • TANDEM KAYAKS
Twin Bridges to Blair Bridge (7 hours) $66
Hales to Twin Bridges (6 hours) $55
Hebron to Twin Bridges (4.5 hours)
$44
Twin Bridges to North Fork Recreation area (3 hours)
All rental fees include water vessel, paddles, water vest, cushions, litterbag and transportation.
RAFTS • TUBES
4 person $110
6 person $165
8 person $220
Tubes (ToobTime only) $6 with $2 refund with returned tube
OVERNIGHT FLOATS
Topaz Call for pricing
Tecumseh Call for pricing
PERSONAL BOAT SHUTTLES (per boat)
Hebron $17
Hales $28
CAR SHUTTLES
Call for rates.
CAMPING
Per person $11 per night
Children 6-12 years $5.50 per night
Small bundle of firewood is included. More may be purchased. DO NOT bring firewood from
outside of Douglas County to your campsite; please help prevent Emerald Ash Beetle invasion!
Hot showers and clean bath facilities are included in your stay.
RV SITES
Per night Per week Per month
$27.50 $137 $357
RV Sites come with water, sewer and electric. There is a possibility that water, electric and
sewer hookups may be on the wrong side of your camper so come prepared. Weekly rentals
have a 2 week maximum stay with water front rentals or else you have to move your camper to
a different spot. Monthly rentals DO NOT include waterfront sites during the months of May-
September.
LODGING – 2 night minimum
No linen will be supplied for your stay. Please bring your own linen and towels. $30 non-
refundable pet fee for pets inside cabins. No exceptions.
CABIN Rate per night Sleeps
A and E $115 4
D $94 2
Cabins A-D-E include: Coffee maker, microwave, mini-fridge and plastic utensils.
B and C $220 10
F $220 12
G $192 8
Cabins B-C-F-G include: Full kitchen with coffee maker, fridge, stove, microwave, plates,
utensils, 2 pots and pans, 1 cookie sheet, glassware included in stay.
BUNKHOUSE ROOMS Rate per night Sleeps
1, 2, 4, 5, 6 $110 4
3 $137 6
Rooms 1-2-3-4-5-6 include: Sink, microwave and mini-fridge in room. Bunkhouse rooms 1-6
are sleeping rooms only.
Suite 7 $165 10
Suite 7 includes full kitchen with coffee maker, fridge, stove and microwave.
FISHERMAN’S INN Rate per night Sleeps
Room 1 $121 9
Room 2 $121 9
Rooms 1-2 include: Full kitchen with coffee maker, fridge, stove, microwave, plates, utensils, 2
pots and pans, 1 cookie sheet, glassware included in stay. Fisherman’s Inn is a duplex that may
be rented as one unit for $200 per night for 18 people.
LOG CABINS Rate per night Sleeps
River Mist $330 11
River Mist is located 1/4 mile from Twin Bridges. Linens with full kitchen and utensils are
included.
Osborn $160 for 2 people. $26 for each add’l. 12
Osborn is located on Spring Creek with private fishing/riverfront. Linens with full kitchen and
utensils are included.
MEALS
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Full service menu. Sack lunches available.
MISC
Pet Fee: $33. No pets in Osborn.
Day Pass: $3 per day
Active Military Discount (with ID): 20%
Student Discount (with current ID): 10% after tax
Tax Rate: 5.225%
Watercraft Rates

Floating rates include hauling watercraft and complimentary transportation for floaters and gear.
We use quality watercrafts including canoes, 6 person rafts, kayaks and tandem (2 person)
kayaks. One paddle and one personal flotation device is provided for each person. Our float day
is 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mon. through Thurs.) and a late fee of $20 per vessel
per hour is charged after the scheduled pick-up time. Whether you float 5 miles or 15, our rates
are all-inclusive, no hidden costs. Tax is not included.

Reservations

We suggest reservations be made as far in advance as possible.

Cancellations – Please read carefully

If you must cancel a 14 day notice is required to receive a full refund less a $20 processing
fee. If you cancel less than 14 days but more than 3 days to your arrival date, a gift
certificate for the full deposit will be issued. If you must cancel in less than 3 days, you will
lose your deposit with no refund or credit issued. Guests departing prior to the departure
date will be charged for the remainder of their original reservation.

Pets
If you must bring your pet into one of our cabins an automatic charge of $30 per pet will apply.
Rainy Weather Policy

In the event of heavy rains or high water, at Twin Bridges, rain checks will be issued at 12
noon on the day you are scheduled to canoe: heavy rains and high water conditions affecting
other areas (ie., St. Louis, Kansas City, Springfield, etc.) typically do not affect our area. These
rain checks may be used in the year they are issued.

Please Read Our Policies

• All river activities are considered “at risk” sports – some dangers may exist. There are no
lifeguards or safety personnel on the river at any time or any place – you are responsible
for your safety – be aware of your surroundings at all times – flotation devices are
available and will not prevent drowning.
• You should be aware that obstructions exist in and around the river. Our maps, pointers
and briefings may not be complete due to the constant changes that occur on the river
everyday. We can only help you be aware of possible dangers and it is your responsibility
to know your limits and say within them.
• We encourage common sense, communication, flexibility, and appropriate reasoning.
These factors diminish as alcohol and illegal drugs are consumed. Stay sober! Obnoxious
behavior will not be tolerated and you will be asked to leave the premises.
• Float plans cannot be changed after you leave the store. It is your responsibility to know
your take out and pick up times. Do not go past your pick up point as further charges will
occur. No cash refunds from purchases from the store.
• The river is not your mother, it will not pick up after you. All trash must be secure in
trash bags given to you. You will be fined by the Missouri Department of Conservation
for any Styrofoam or glass In your possession or trash that is not secure while on or
around the river.
• By renting our equipment, you agree to return property in good condition at the
expiration of the rental period. You will be responsible for any damages that occur during
 your possession. If lost, stolen, or damaged beyond normal wear and tear – you will be
charged the full value of the equipment.
• Twin Bridges Canoe & Campground Inc. is not to be held responsible for any risks of
harm, damage, injury (known or unknown, foreseeable or unforeseeable, non-use or
misuse) of facilities and/or equipment offered or provided for our customers.
• Missouri law requires all children under the age of 12 to wear U.S. Coast Guard approved
life jacket at all times while in water anywhere on the river – any child found not wearing
a life jacket will be told to get out of the water.
• No underage drinking will be tolerated – law enforcement will be involved. Quiet time is
11pm – 7am and is strictly enforced – be considerate of your neighbors – any obnoxious
behavior is not tolerated at any time.
• Shoes are to be worn at all times to prevent injury.
• No illegal drugs of any kind – you will be asked to leave.
• No alcohol consumption allowed in or around the buses, store or loading/unloading
zones.
• No inappropriate language or behavior – we are a family oriented business and encourage
clean humor and fun.
• Do not litter – trash cans are provided – trash runs are daily by staff.
• If you are told to leave our facility, refund will not be given.
• No cans or bottles allowed in fire rings as they do not burn and can cause harm to others
– place these items in trash cans provided.
• Children are never to be left unattended at any time.
• No aggressive pets allowed – you are responsible if your pet attacks a child, adult or
another pet – all pets are required to be on a leash and in your possession at all times –
damage or injuries sustained by your pet will be reported to authorities – current vaccines
are required – barking dogs not tolerated.
• The river has dangers – know your limits – there are poisonous snakes and other dangers
present – never swim alone or leave children unattended – flotation devices are available
in the store.
• Check-in time is 3 pm. Check-out time is 11 am.
• All rooms and cabins are all non-smoking – dispose of your cigarettes in appropriate
containers – not on the ground.

Please note: our friends of the Missouri Highway Patrol, Douglas and Howell County Sheriff Departments
and the Missouri Department of Conservation have the right to search the premises at any time.
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 CLASSIFIED ADS

If you have items for sale such as a bike, trike, or trailer that you would like to
advertise in our newsletter, please email all pertinent information to the
newsletter editor at jfowlergwrra@gmail.com by the newsletter article
deadline date listed on our calendar. The ad will run at no cost to you for three
consecutive months.

FOR SALE:

FROM THE EDITOR…

If you have any information you would like to publish in the newsletter in the
future please send it to me by email at and I will try to put it in our next
issue. I welcome any articles on rides you have taken or items of interest,
photos, classified ads if you have an item for sale, and just any items of
importance that you would like to share with the Chapter such as marriages,
births, purchase of a new bike or trike, retirement, etc.

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 Hello Louisiana
The next few months we will be posting information from the Officers Hand Book of GWRRA. This will
help all members better understand what we do for you. This may inspirer one of our members to
become an Officer or other position in GWRRA. Remember, the more you participate, the more fun you
will have. All information will come directly from the GWRRA Officers Handbook.

OFFICER ROLES IN GWRRA

DISTRICT ROLES
The District is extremely important to both the Chapter Team and the Members. They will have some
direct responsibilities to our Members. Some of the responsibilities that were once done at the Chapter
will now shift up to the District.
District Director- Eagle pin with White inset
The District Director will help in coordinating activities throughout the District to meet Chapter and
Members needs and desires. Your focus will be as a Coach. A Coach, by our definition, is the one who
tells you how to do it and where you can get the needed help to get it done well. The problem-solving
approach will be to coach others into a self-discovery after you have shared ideas with them. Then guide
the results.
The District Director will communicate to all Members in their District through a modified newsletter,
due out quarterly to all Members on the ARL. Communication through email, social media, Facebook, etc.
as needed, with activities and some news of the District. The focus of communication is to encourage
participation in activities.
Our District Director will have regular (monthly at least) conversations with the Chapter Directors to
help keep them focused and to guide them as to where they can get the answers, including from the rest
of the District Team. It is recommended that the communication is done through a video conference call.
The District Director will also attend the video or conference calls scheduled by GWRRA President.
Our District Director will also coach and facilitate their team to be certain that activities are planned
and assist as needed when a Team Member needs help.
The District Director will be certain that all new Members and Prospective Members are contacted by
the District MEP and guided toward the appropriate Chapter that meets their needs. Focus must be on
Member growth, retention and riding.
If the District puts on a rally, they will coordinate all of their Team and volunteers to put on a rally
focused on fun, socialization, rides and education that fits each District’s needs.
Overall, the District Director role is the coordinator of fun, riding, knowledge opportunity and Chapter
interaction/socials.
District Educator- Eagle pin with Red inset
The District Educator will promote the program of Rider Education. They will write articles to promote
the program for Chapter Newsletters. They will be the reporting arm of activities (N6) to Team
GWRRA. They will gather activities through the District planning and Chapter newsletters and calendars.
All request for training in the District happen with coordination with the District Educator and
University Coordinator. Paperwork for the levels program will process through this position.
The District Educator will work together with the District Ride Coordinator for the benefit of the Rider
Education program each following their specific responsibilities.
They will attend the conference calls monthly with both the Director of Rider Education and the
District either by computer video call or phone.
The District Educator will work with the District University Coordinator to assess the education needs
in the District. The goal is quarterly education events in the District that can be the District rally,
multi-Chapter events or District education events. The Educator will also assess and set up Ride Courses
as needed. Working together and including the Ride Coordinator, they will create fun events with a ride
to the destination. The District Director will support, and the District MEP will provide some of the fun
activities to be included in the day/weekend events. If the District puts on a rally, the Educator will
work with the Team and volunteers to put on a rally focused on fun, socialization, rides and education
that fits each District’s needs. This and the education events will be the place to really promote the
Rider Education Levels Program.
District Ride Coordinator- Eagle pin with Red inset
The District Ride Coordinator will plan District rides of all types throughout the year. Their audience is
not only the Chapters but all Members in the District. Using social media (Facebook, Groupworks, Google
Calendar, GWRRA Events Page, etc.) the Ride Coordinator will establish a calendar of available rides,
open to all and open to all bikes. They will work with the Chapter Ride Coordinators to ensure their rides
are included on the District calendar. If possible, archive all the rides to create a GWRRA Member
Electronic and/or print Ride book each year.
The District Ride Coordinator will create riding areas within the District and designate an Area Ride
Coordinator. The Area Ride Coordinator will communicate all area rides to the District Ride Coordinator
for inclusion on all District and Chapter event Calendars. You may also want to include on the GWRRA
Events page. http://gwrra.org/events/
The District Ride Coordinator will be at least a Level 3 and a Road Captain.
The District Ride Coordinator will reach out to all the Members in the District to invite them on rides
and work toward inclusion of those who do not regularly participate with a Chapter or the District to
have them come out to the rides and possible the Education events.
The District Ride Coordinator will work together with the District Educator for the benefit of the Rider
Education program each following their specific responsibilities. The District Ride Coordinator will
encourage Members toward safety and safe riding techniques. They will also share with the Members
how to participate in the Rider Education Program.
The District Ride Coordinator will assist the District Educator and the District University Coordinator
with District Education events. Their specific responsibility will be to create rides in the event and
possible rides at the events. They will work with Chapter Ride Coordinators to plan the ride in. The goal
is quarterly education events in the District that can be the District rally, multi-Chapter events or
District education events. The District Director will support, and the District MEP will provide some of
the fun activities to be included in the day/weekend events.
They will attend the conference calls monthly with both the Director of Rider Education and the
District either by computer video call or phone. They will schedule regular calls with the Chapter Ride
Coordinators.
If the District puts on a rally, the Ride Coordinator will suggest ride in routes as well as rides during the
rally. They will also work with the District Educator for the promotion of the Rider Education program.
They will work with the Team and volunteers to put on a rally focused on fun, socialization, rides and
education that fits each District’s needs.
District University Coordinator- Eagle pin with Gold inset
The District University Coordinator, along with the District Educator, will assess the training needs in
the District. They will gather requests from Chapters of their training request and put joint events on
with Chapters, where possible, to enjoy the training as well as the social event
University Coordinators will make the recommendations if additional ITCP Certified Trainers or
Certified Instructor Trainers are needed in the District.
The District goal is to have quarterly education events in the District. That can be the District rally,
multi-Chapter events or District education events. The Educator will also assess and set up Ride Courses
as needed. Working together and including the Ride Coordinator, they will create fun events with a ride
to the destination. The District Director will support, and the District MEP will provide some of the fun
activities to be included in the day/weekend events. They will attend the conference calls monthly with
both the Director of the University and the District either by computer video call or phone.
If the District puts on a rally, the University Coordinator will work with the Team and volunteers to put
on a rally focused on fun, socialization, rides and education that fits each District’s needs.
District Membership Enhancement Coordinator - Eagle pin with Blue inset
The District Membership Enhancement Coordinator will help the Chapter MEC with fun ideas and
encourage them to participate with programs that would be beneficial to the Chapter.
The District MEP must focus on contacting all New and Prospective Members each month to welcome
them to GWRRA and to find out what they are looking for with their Membership. Along with the
District Director, they will suggest to the Member the Chapter or Riding group that would best meet
their needs. They will report all their contacts monthly. They will also follow any program, task or focus
they are asked to do from the Director of Membership Enhancement or the MEP Team.
They will attend the conference calls monthly with both the Director of MEP and the District either by
computer video call or phone. They will also schedule regular calls with the Chapter Membership
Enhancement Coordinators.
They will also work on contacting Membership in the District, and along with the Ride Coordinator,
Educator and Director to plan fun education days or weekends. They will also help plan fun events inviting
all Members in the District to join in. They will guide each Chapter in reaching out to those prospect and
new Members faithfully every month.
If the District puts on a rally, the MEP Coordinator will work with the Team and volunteers to put on a
rally focused on fun, socialization, rides and education that fits each District’s needs
District Motorist Awareness Coordinator- Eagle pin with Orange inset
The District Motorist Awareness Coordinator will work with the District and Chapter Teams to take full
advantage of opportunities to share information with the public. They will create sample kits for bikes
shows; bike rallies; street fairs; other public events where Members can be out and sharing information
with the public. They will also create a sample package for presentations at schools and other locations
when those opportunities arise. They are the resource for the District and Chapter for materials and
guidance. They are encouraged to create District Motorist Awareness events where they can, keeping
the District Director informed and involved in any decisions.
District Treasurer- Eagle pin with Green inset
The District Treasurer will keep the finances of the District. They will give monthly updates on the
financial status of the District as well as reconcile the checking account. They will assist the District
each year in establishing the financial needs to the District. They will also assist the Chapters, coaching
them with needed financial requirements. They will prepare annually the District financial report and the
IRS 990 reporting. They will collect financials and 990 from each Chapter, review and process them per
GWRRA Guidelines. They will submit the annual District financial to TEAM GWRRA Director of Finance
for review and acceptance. Use of the Excel spreadsheet for finances, found on Oconnect, is highly
encouraged.
District Newsletter modification: The communications from the District needs to be for sharing what
is new in Programs, information from GWRRA, and District news. It is more of a bulletin and can be done
monthly or semi-monthly but it‛s audience is the Chapter Officers and Team. It might be a good idea to
focus a piece quarterly to all Members in the District for encouragement to join the District at events,
education events or rallies.

Fritz & Johnette Beter / Mike & Pam Jastram

Louisiana District Directors
dd@gwrra-la.org
 LA District Educators
Reba and Jim Berry
IF YOU DON’T USE IT,
YOU LOSE IT!
This summer, we along with 5 other gold wings, headed out on a 22 day, 6000+ mile ride that we called our
Continental Divide Ride. We traveled due north to Canada, then left to Jasper. Alberta, south to Santa Rosa,
NM and east to Monroe. Most of us had ridden together previously and all had experience in GWRRA Team
Riding techniques. This is what makes us feel more comfortable and safer on our rides. It didn’t take long to
discover we were rusty, very rusty in our skills. As the ride leader, I made several sudden turns that weren’t
effectively communicated beforehand, causing near misses and missed turns. Our intervals were sometimes
too far apart and at other times too close. When we would pull into a parking lot instead of staying together
until out of harms way and adequate space was attained, some would separate to find their own parking. All
things indicating that we were out of practice. Then one afternoon, reality snuck in.

Riding south from Calgary to the States, we were passed by a group of 6 Canadian Gold Wings. They were
riding in a tight, staggered formation, spoke to us briefly on the CB, merged back into the right lane in front
of us much like synchronized swimmers. It was a beautiful sight. How come they looked so good and we
didn’t? Well, they were all on their home turf, probably had not ridden 4000 miles, they were all two wheel-
ers and they did not have trailers. I asked myself, “How can we look like that?” The answer, we can’t. We
were all trikes each with a loaded trailer. The Team Riding Manual says that we are to ride 1 second behind
the bike immediately in front of us, if staggered, and 2 seconds behind the bike in our lane. So, I asked my-
self, “Are trikes really staggered?” A trike always takes 2 of the 3 tracks in a lane. So, we should be 2 sec-
onds behind the bike in front. Maybe more while pulling trailers in other than good conditions. At a cruising
speed of 70 miles per hour you are traveling approximately 100 feet per second. At a 2 second interval, with
6 bikes (5 gaps), your group would stretch out 1000 feet. Longer than 3 football fields. Can you imagine
what is going through the mind of that 18 wheeler driver coming up in the left lane when the drag bike se-
cures the left lane for a team riding maneuver and he sees 6 bikes spread over 1000 feet slowing him down
and keeping that much longer from a day’s end? I retired from a trucking company. I know what he is think-
ing and it’s not nice. So, what do we do?

The Team Riding Manual mentions 2 other group riding styles. There is “Mass Riding” which is what you
generally see at poker and toy runs when all kinds of bikes are participating. It is generally undisciplined and
not recommended. There is also “Leisure Riding”. This is defined as traveling with a group of people you
know with some agreed upon techniques and ground rules. Many of these can come from the Team Riding
style; staggering, distance, speed, knowledge of the route, etc. Each rider is responsible for his own ride.
Our group fit the Leisure style more so than the Team style. When our speed slowed down and we were go-
ing through communities and cities, we were able to revert back to team concepts as not to get lost or separat-
ed. I can hear someone saying right now, “People are going to get all up in your formation!” Yes they will.
But, that happens in Team Riding as well, especially at entrance and exit ramps. The two second interval is
not designed to keep people out of your formation, it is to provide you with adequate reaction time for what
happens in front of you. Remember, the Motorist Awareness slogan is “Share the Road”, not “Get Off My
Road”.

Is it time to renew safe group riding skills in your chapter? I’ll bet it is! You find a place and a time and we
will get you the instructors. Call Mike Stevenson, Joan Partigianoni or me today.

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 G W R R
OLD ING OAD IDERS A SSOCIATION, INC.

Directors of GWRRA
Jere and Sherry Goodman
1226 Chamberlain Drive
Jackson, MO 63755
Cell Phone: 540.623.0447
E-mail: Director@GWRRA.org

Date: August 5, 2019

District Directors,

It is no secret that our Membership numbers have been declining. This decline which has been out-pacing our
recruitment efforts has put many of our Chapters in peril. The Chapter legacy of being there for the next GWRRA
Member is in question.

None of us want to see a Chapter close and we cannot control in many instances the reasons for Membership loss.

We need to ask ourselves, what can we do to grow our membership? What can we do to help our Chapters re-vitalize
themselves while encouraging the Chapters to do a little more to preserve their legacy?

I believe we have an opportunity to accomplish just that, and you the District Directors, are the catalyst to encourage
that to happen. I often hear our Membership say and I will paraphrase, hopefully we can do this or do that. As we all
know, “Hope Is Not A Strategy.” We need to plan. If you fail to plan, you plan to fail.

There seems to be some confusion as to the Staff Position of the Chapter Motorist Awareness Coordinator. Some
believe the position was eliminated and some believe it kind of went away due to lack of interest. The reality is that
every Chapter needs and can have a Motorist Awareness Coordinator.

In case you have not thought of this, that Chapter Staff Position is now critical to the life of the Chapter.

A Motorist Awareness Event gives us an opportunity to potentially meet and recruit a motorcyclist who may be in their
4-wheel vehicle at the time they come upon our event. All Motorist Awareness Events are a golden opportunity for
recruiting and should be planned with that in mind. Even when we are just out riding or sitting in a restaurant, we are
educating the public to be aware of us. That said, the best opportunity for us to educate the public and recruit some
new Members could be a planned quarterly event. It does not take a lot of folks to accomplish this. Naturally, the bigger
the attendance, the greater the impact.

A Chapter Motorist Awareness Coordinator working with the Membership Enhancement Coordinator is a recipe for
being of service to our community while enhancing our opportunity to meet and recruit new Members.
So, District Directors, I am asking for your help in encouraging your Chapter Directors to ask that special person(s) in
their Chapter to take on this vital role and help the Chapter to survive. If they already have a Coordinator, perhaps a few
more events could be planned.

We have a very strong National Motorist Awareness Team dedicated to supporting your District efforts and the efforts
of the Chapters.

As always, Sherry and I appreciate everything you do and in advance, thank you for your assistance.

Sincerely,

Jere and Sherry Goodman

Directors of GWRRA
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 Louisiana District Mardi Gras Madness Rally
March 26th, 27th & 28th
Come Early 3/25 Stay Late 3/29
For Our SPECIAL Guided Tours
gwrra-la.org and click on the Rally tab
Early Registration ENDS 3/1/2020
PLEASE PRINT
Rider’s Name _____________________________________ GWRRA#____________
Co-Rider’s Name ___________________________________GWRRA#____________
District / Chapter ______________________
Address ____________________________________________________________
City __________________________________
State___________ Zip_________ Phone (______)__________-_________________
Rider Email __________________________________________________________
Co-Rider Email________________________________________________________

QTY DESCRIPTION Price Total

GWRRA Member Early Registration $30, $35 on site $30
GWRRA One Day Pass $20
GWRRA Life Member $20

Non-Member Early Registration $35 $40 On Site $35

Sat 50/25/25 Tickets/Stretch (10 Double Tickets) $10/ea

Must Be Present To Win
Grand Prize Tickets/Stretch (10 Double Tickets) $10/ea
Must Be Present To Win
Steak or Fried Fish Night: Sides and a Drink Circle Steak or Fish $15
SATURDAY AFTER CLOSING Must Be Paid By March 1st Steak: R, M, W

Level IV Lunch (Time TBD) $10/ea

Level IV # Level IV #
Professional Motorcycle Escort Tour $10/
Vehicle
Refunds subject to 10% Service Charge & TOTAL
NO REFUNDS after Mar 15, 2020
I/we agree to hold harmless the GWRRA, co-sponsoring organization, and any property owners for any loss or injury
to self or property to which I/we may become involved by reason of participation in this Rally.

Rider Signature_________________________________________Date_______________

Co-Rider Signature______________________________________Date_______________

Make Checks or Money Orders Payable to: Louisiana District

Mail to: Fritz & Johnette Beter, LA D/D, 3257 E Lafourche Ct Kenner, La 70065
 2020 Louisiana GWRRA District Rally
Houma, LA
March 26th, 27th & 28th, 2020
The Louisiana District GWRRA Team wishes to invite you back to Cajun Country for
GOOD FOOD, GOOD FRIENDS, FUN and a lot of RIDING. Your presence last
year made the Rally GREAT with many memories for all of us. We appreciate all of
your efforts that made our Rally and 3 Day Tour a success. Please invite your friends
to enjoy the FUN of The Mardi Gras Madness Rally in Louisiana in our NEW CITY AND
HOTEL.

The “COURTYARD MARRIOTT” will serve as our Rally site and Host Hotel. The folks
in Houma will be rolling out the red carpet for us so don’t miss the FUN, GOOD FOOD
and RIDES.

Come Early 3/25 Stay Late 3/29

For Our SPECIAL Guided Tours
Wednesday and Sunday special rides are being planned right now. Visit our website
Rally page for all updates. gwrra-la.org

Additional Hotel & Camping

Holiday Inn - 1800 Martin Luther King Blvd. Houma, La 70360
985-601-4500
$89 per night plus Breakfast for 2 when booked with the hotel. Use code GWRRA
Rate expires on 2-25-2020

Across the Street from the Marriott Hotel

Houma-Terrebonne Civic Center RV Parking - $30 per night. Pedestals include

complete access to water and 30-50 amps of electricity, with several sewage dumping
stations on site. Spaces Upon Availability.

Fritz & Johnette Beter 504-469-3178

Mike & Pam Jastram 225-964-3999 Pam 225-975-7790
Louisiana District Directors
gwrra-la.org
dd@gwrra-la.org
WING DING 42
SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI / JUNE 30-JULY 4, 2020
Register today! Simply mail or fax your completed form.
GWRRA Member Services
P.O. Box 42450, Phoenix, AZ 85080-2450
Call: 1-800-843-9460 or 623-581-2500 (Local)
Fax: 877-348-9416
Register online at: www.wing-ding.org
Please visit www.wing-ding.org or text WingDing to 555-888 for the latest news, updates, and special offers!
FULL REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
• Access to ‘Pre-Event Day’ activities! - Tuesday 6/30
• Wing Ding Welcome Party - Tuesday 6/30
• 4-day pass to indoor Trade Show - Opens 7/1
• 4-day pass to Demo Rides on all participating
manufacturers’ bikes (subject to availability)
• Access to Seminars and Parades
• Access to Opening and Closing Ceremonies
• Access to free Evening Entertainment Event
• Optional dinner and priority seating prior to free
Entertainment Event
• Souvenir Event Pin and Pocket Guide
• Exclusive opportunities for tours, dinners and other
ticketed events
• Numbered armband for chance at thousands of
dollars in great prizes!
• Precision Drill Team Exhibitions and other
performances
• Optional Rider Education Safety Courses, CPR
Classes and more
BEST WING DING 42 PACKAGES!
PREMIER PACKAGE
SINGLE DOUBLE
1 Full Registration 2 Full Registrations
1 Both Dinners 2 Both Dinners
10 Gold Wing Tickets 20 Gold Wing Tickets
3 Yards 50/20/15/10/5 Tickets 7 Yards 50/20/15/10/5 Tickets
1 Event Shirt - Size: _____ 2 Event Shirts - Size: _____ /_____
TOTAL: $120 TOTAL: $225 BUFFET 1: SPONSOR NIGHT
Tossed salad w/ 2 dressings
Grilled chicken w/ signature sauce
Roasted potato
GOLD WING NIGHT PACKAGE Green beans
Plated cookie
SINGLE DOUBLE
Beverage service
1 Full Registration 2 Full Registrations
1 Gold Wing Night Dinner 2 Gold Wing Night Dinners
10 Gold Wing Tickets 20 Gold Wing Tickets BUFFET 2: GOLD WING NIGHT
3 Yards 50/20/15/10/5 Tickets 7 Yards 50/20/15/10/5 Tickets Pulled pork
1 Event Shirt - Size: _____ 2 Event Shirts - Size: _____ /_____ Potato salad
TOTAL: $99 TOTAL: $179 BBQ sauce
Baked beans
Kaiser roll
Plated brownie
STANDARD PACKAGE Beverage service
SINGLE (NO DINNER) DOUBLE (NO DINNER)
1 Full Registration 2 Full Registrations
10 Gold Wing Tickets 20 Gold Wing Tickets
3 Yards 50/20/15/10/5 Tickets 7 Yards 50/20/15/10/5 Tickets
1 Event Shirt - Size: _____ 2 Event Shirts - Size: _____ /_____
TOTAL: $69 TOTAL: $129

RIDER’S NAME: _____________________________________________ GWRRA MEMBER #____________________

CO-RIDER’S NAME: __________________________________________ GWRRA MEMBER #____________________

MAILING ADDRESS: ______________________________________________________________________________

CITY/STATE/ZIP: _____________________________________________ COUNTRY: _________________________

HOME PHONE: _______________________________ ALTERNATIVE PHONE: _______________________________

EMAIL ADDRESS: _______________________________________________________________________________

ENCLOSED: CHECK MONEY ORDER GRAND TOTAL: $_______________

Please send check or money order in equivalent U.S. funds. All other Split payments over two consecutive
funds will be returned to sender for adjustment. Please do not send cash. months. (Credit Card payments only)

CHARGE MY: M/C VISA AMEX DISCOVER CARD #_______________________________

EXP. DATE: _______ /_______ SIGNATURE: __________________________________________________________

 GWRRA 4 Corners

Rally

Time is running out to get your registration in for the the Multi-state 'Four Corners Rally',
August 16th to the 18th. The Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico and Utah districts are co-
hosting this event at the Sky Ute Casino in Ignacio, Colorado, which is about 30 minutes from
Durango and about 2hrs from the Four Corners National Monument.

Early registration ends on August 2nd and rooms at the resort are sold out, but you can call the
Casino/Resort at 970-563-7777 to be put on a wait list in case there are cancellations. They
can also connect you with other hotels in the area at a competitive rate.

Please go to www.gwrra-4cornersrally.org to register 'online' or to download the paper

registration for the rally,

Links:

Online Registration: http://gwrra-4cornersrally.org/registration/

Sky Ute Casino Resort: https://www.skyutecasino.com/
Rally Schedule: http://gwrra-
4cornersrally.org/sites/default/files/Four%20Corners%20Rally%20Agenda_2.pdf

See you there...

Joyce & Rick Elmore - Colorado District Directors

Frank Nemeth - Arizona District Director
Tom & Lisa Evans - New Mexico District Directors
Bill McGowan - Utah
 August 16,17,18
at the Beautiful
Sky Ute Casino
Resort
14324 Hwy 172
Ignacio, Colorado

2 Grand Prizes of $500 Each

Fun for Everyone, with scenic

Plenty of RV Parking rides,and onsite amenities Beautiful Rooms
$39.00 per night

Reconnect with Friends while

enjoying all that the area has to
offer

Opening Night Ice Cream Social

Hosted by the
Sky Ute Casino Resort
Indoor Pool and Spa Bowling and Mini Golf

The GWRRA room rate of $120 (Plus 3% Tribal Tax) includes all Resort fees.
Make your reservation today, ROOMS WILL SELL OUT. For reservations call 970-563-7777
ask for the Front Desk / Reservations. From there give the August 16, 17 & 18 dates and ask for the
“GWRRA” room block to get the discounted room rate.
Early check in and late check outs are available. Standard check in is 3pm and check out is 11am.

Register for the Rally at

www.gwrra-4cornersrally.org
 4 Corners Multi-District Rally
August 16, 17, 18 2019

Rider: _______________________________________ GWRRA#______________ Master #_______________

Rider2/Co-Rider: ______________________________ GWRRA#______________ Master#_______________

Address: _____________________________________ City: _________________ State: ___ Zip: ___________

Phone: _____________________Email: ___________________Chapter: ________ (include District, e.g. AZ-G, CO-A)

Rally Registration: Member - $30 #_______x $30 = _______________

Rally Registration: Non-Member -$35 #_______x $35 = _______________

Saturday Breakfast Buffet - $20 #_______x $20 =________________ Rally Shirts

Available at
Dinner Buffet Saturday Night: - $30 #_______x $30 = ________________ www.Krazybeanz.com

Sunday Morning Breakfast Buffet: - $20 # ______ x $20 = ________________

Sunday Morning Masters Breakfast: - $20 #_______x $20 = ________________

50/25/15/10: $5 = 6 Tickets; $10 = 16 Tickets; $20 = 40 Tickets = ___________

Door Prize: $5 = 6 Tickets; $10 = 16 Tickets; $20 = 40 Tickets = ___________

$500 Grand Prize: $5 = 2 Tickets; $10 = 8 Tickets; $20 = 20 Tickets =

____________
Total Enclosed ___________________
For Resort reservations call 970-563-7777
ask for the Front Desk / Reservations. From there give the August 16, 17 & 18 dates and ask for the
“GWRRA” room block to get the discounted room rate.

I/We agree to hold harmless the GWRRA, the sponsoring organization and the property owners for any loss or injury
to myself or my property by reason of participation in this event.
Rider: ________________________________________
Co-Rider: _____________________________________
Make checks payable to “GWRRA Colorado District”
Mail Registration & Payment to:
April Hansen
12662 Meadow Lark Lane
Broomfield, CO 80021
Or register online at:
www.gwrra-4cornersrally.org
Editor’s Note: Please see the Louisiana District website www.gwrra-la.org

“In the News” for other informative articles from the District Team.

BIRTHDAYS
AND
ANNIVERSARIES

Birthdays Anniversaries

None None

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NAME BIRTHDAY ANNIVERSARY

Chapter E Charter Date June 12, 1999 (Chapter Birthday)

Jake Fowler 07/30

Stephen Gordy 10/12 05/28

Sheila Gordy 09/16 05/28

Gil Harding 01/28 10/22

Bev Harding 10/03 10/22

Terry Hunley 12/17 08/11

Sharon Hunley 01/19 08/11

David Jenkins 05/04 05/01

Beckie Jenkins 01/19 05/01

Leon Keel 02/24 05/05

Sharon Keel 10/13 05/05

Rusty Lachney 05/09

Rebecca Ray 12/30

George Mitchell 02/07 07/19

Pat Mitchell 08/22 07/19

John Moseley 04/07 09/05

Mary Moseley 12/08 09/05

Kurry Stewart 08/10 05/04

Carolyn Stewart 04/13 05/04
 2019

Up and Coming Events

February 14th Valentine Day

February 18th President‛s Day
March 5th Mardi Gras
March 16th LA District Color Ride
April 4, 5 & 6th Louisiana District Rally
April 7-9th LA District Guided Tour
April 21 Easter Sunday
May 16-18th Texas District Rally
May 12th Mother‘s Day
May27th Memorial Day
June 15 & 16th Kansas District Rally
June 16th Father‛s Day
July 4th Independence Day
September 2nd Labor Day
September 26-29th Oklahoma District Rally
October 11-13th Mississippi District Rally
November 11th Veterans Day
November 28th Thanksgiving

Keep alert and ride safe when traveling to & from these
events
MARK YOUR CALENDARS AND MAKE PLANS TO ATTEND SOME OF THESE FUN EVENTS!!!

Wing Ding is in

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January 21, 2019
Missouri Goldwing Road Rider's Association

Dear Fellow Riders,

Jan and I would like to personally invite you to attend Missouri
District 'Wild Wild West' Spring Fling on March 2, 2019 at the Lake
of the Ozarks, MO and the Missouri District Rally 'Wingin the
Ozarks' in Branson, MO May 30 to June 1, 2019.
Attached are fliers and agendas for both events.
For additional information, visit our website at:
 www.mogwrra.org
We look forward to seeing you at these events!
Ken Lueckenotte & Jan Schanbacher
Missouri District Directors
(573) 659-46341 (home)
(573) 680-6238 (cell)
kluke45 @aol.com

2019 Missouri District Flier 2019 District Rally Agenda

2019 Spring Fling Agenda 2019 Spring Fling Flier

Company Name | www.mogwrra.org

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 WELCOME NEWSLETTER ADVERTISERS!!!
ATTENTION READERS! Look for business ads throughout our
newsletter pages. These businesses help to support GWRRA
Chapter LA-E. Keep them in mind when you need to purchase
items or services that they may have available. Please
remember to thank them for their support and mention you
saw their ad in our newsletter. THANK YOU!

CLASSIFIED ADS
If you have items for sale such as a bike, trike, or trailer that you would like to advertise in our newsletter, please
email all pertinent information to the newsletter editor at gwrrahlae@gmail.com by the newsletter article
deadline date listed on our calendar. The ad will run at no cost to you for three consecutive months.

FOR SALE:

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YOUR BUSINESS AD COULD
BE HERE!

For more information

contact: Jake Fowler
(318) 308-1494 or email
gwrrahlae@gmail.com
We will make it happen!

Single Business Card Size

(2” x 3 ½”) $60.00/Year

One Quarter Page Size

(3 ½” x 5”) $90.00/Year

One Half Page Size

(4” x 7”) $120.00/Year

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GWRRA MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION New Renew Member No: ___________________

Member Name: __________________________________________________________ Member Date of Birth: ____________________________

Last First
Co-Rider Names: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Mailing Address: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________ USA Canada Other: ________________

City State Zip
Telephone: Home: ( ) _____________________Work: ( ) ______________________E-Mail:____________________________________

Gold Book™ Directory Information (must check at least one):

A) Truck/Trailer B) Phone Calls Only C) Tent Space D) Lodging E) Tools F) Tour Guide Do Not list me in the Gold Book

GWRRA Member Type (Select One) Upgrade Road Riders Rescue

21423 North 11 Avenue Individual Membership
Phoenix AZ 85027 Motorcycle Plus Rescue Plus Rescue Plus Premium
3 yrs $150 USD 2 yrs $105 USD 1 yr $55 USD
800-843-9460 Family Membership (2 or more people in household) $12 USD $35 USD $80 USD
(623) 581-2500 3 yrs $180 USD 2 yrs $125 USD 1 yr $65 USD
(877) 348-9416 Fax Road Riders Rescue offers enhanced benefits and covers all
www.gwrra.org registered drivers in your household while driving or riding in any
www.rescueplus.org Subscription Only (Wing World™ Magazine) 1 yr $40 non-commercial vehicle or motorcycle. Rescue Plus also covers your
motorcycle trailer. Certain limitations and exclusions apply to
coverage. All individuals must be registered with GWRRA to receive
Exclude me from promotional email offers. a membership card and coverage. Members of GWRRA must have a
® Exclude me from 3rd party mail promotions. Family Membership to cover multiple drivers.

New Members—Who referred you to us? Name: __Jake Fowler__________________________ Member # ____088290_______________
Where did you hear about GWRRA? (Example: magazine, website, mc dealer, etc.) ___________________________________________________________
Payment Information
Make checks payable in US Funds to GWRRA. GWRRA dues are not deductible as a charitable contribution for federal tax purposes.
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Credit Card Number: _____________________________________ Exp. Date:__________ Cardholder’s Signature: _____________________________