2007 Ride and Event Calendar

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Chapter activities are conducted primarily for the benefit of H.O.G. chapter members. There are three categories of activities, all activities are identified as follows:

    Closed events are those chapter events which are open to chapter members and one guest per member.

    Member events are events that are open only to H.O.G. members

    Open events are those chapter events which are open to chapter members, national H.O.G. members and other guests as desired.

If you are interested in becoming a H.O.G. chapter member, contact Great Northwest Harley Owners Group.

Chapter Rides are usually scheduled for the first Saturday and the third Sunday of each month.  There are exceptions, so check the HOG Call newsletter or visit this website for updates and details.  

Note: Non-GNWHOG chapter events that may be of interest to members are occasionally listed here and are shown: italicized and in this color.

Note:  RC = Road Captain, RCIT = Road Captain in Training

P&P are Prince and Princess rides sponsored by LOH.  These are skills workshop type rides, usually in a parking lot where we won't run into cars and drivers who don't understand. P&P is for all riders. Skills include emergency stops, s- l- o- w ride (no feet down) circles (turns) or any skill you feel needs to be improved on. As weather improves we may change when and where we go.

January 2007

Jan 1 - Mon - Charity Ride with Seattle Chapter 9:45 AM Harley Davidson of Seattle Departure
Kurt (Primary) & Patt (Sweep) will lead you to meet up with Downtown HD  for the annual Chapter ride to Alki. Once we get to Alki (If the weather doesn't cancel the ride), the Chapter ride ends and we join the annual police-escorted DHD benefit ride to Tacoma. The Alki Tavern will be serving Biscuits & Gravy if you can order and gobble it up before the 11:00 departure time. This year's destination, like last year, is the Shipweck Tavern. Your $10 entry fee at Alki buys your lunch at the Shipweck!!

Jan 1 - Mon - Resolution Ride V
GNW HOG members - it's time for our annual mission to start the new year off in the best way - with a ride! We'll meet at the Creekside Restaurant (east side of Hiway 99 between Harley-Davidson of Seattle and Lynnwood Cycle Barn) at 11am on New Year's Day. Bring a "white elephant" gift if you have one. We'll order and consume brekkie while discussing possible route destinations for the day. Shoqualmie Falls, perhaps? The weather report (at this moment) looks promising!  After an exchange of "gifts," we'll suit up and ride to... we'll see.  This ride is open to anyone with any sort of a motorcycle. Show up with a full fuel tank and some $, and dress warm and dry!  Happy Holidays,  Dave Preston

Jan 6 - Sat - Chapter Ride - Blue Sky Ride 
10:00 AM  HD of Seattle. Jeff (Primary) & Duck (Sweep) We will head whatever direction the weather looks best. If we go north, we will go out through Snohomish, up around Lake Roseigner, out to Granite Falls, Arlington, Silvana, Stanwood, LaConner and wind up somewhere around Mt. Vernon or Sedro Wooley for lunch. The return route will be down Highway 9.  If we go south, we will head out through Woodenville, Duval, Carnation, Fall City , Snoqualmie, Hobart , Ravensdale, and then start looking for food. The return route will be back through Hobart, Issaquah, Redmond, and Woodenville. Hope to see you there but dress warmly.

Jan 8 - Mon - Board Meeting <Meeting Minutes>.
7:00 PM - Denny's, 4109 196th St SW, Lynnwood (Just West of I-5).  If chapter member has an interest to attend a board meeting for observation purposes only, please inform any chapter officer prior to doing so.   If you have an issue that you would like to address the board, please contact any of the primary officers (director, assistant_director, secretary, treasurer) prior to the meeting so that an agenda item can be added.  

Jan 25 - Thu - Ladies of Harley Meeting
7:00 PM - Azteca Restaurant, 18920 Alderwood Mall Blvd., Lynnwood, WA 98036 Ph 425.672.1771 (south side of Alderwood Mall and the Sears store).  Come early and get dinner before the meeting.

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February 2007

Feb 3 - Sat - Chapter Ride - Destination Gerbing - 8:30 AM Harley Davidson of Seattle Departure  Note Feb 3 - Ride departs HDofS at 08:30
Linda (Primary) & Dee (Sweep) will be taking you to Union, WA for shopping for heated clothing at Gerbing.  They will be opening the doors especially for us so please note the leave time is earlier so we can catch the Ferry and if you can, please RSVP to Linda or Dee if you plan to attend so we can let the Gerbing folks know to staff for us.  About this ride:  This will involve a ferry ride from Edmonds to Kingston, a combination of some back roads through Kingston, highway riding toward Bremerton and back roads through Belfair and to Union.  The total time from leaving HD of Seattle, ferry crossing and ride to Union will be approximately 2 hrs.  We’ll spend about an hour at Gerbing shopping and then head back to Belfair for a lunch stop before heading back the reverse route to the Kingston ferry and Edmonds.  We should arrive back in Edmonds around 3:30ish.  Nice comfortable pace and roads.  If you have a good number of hours in the saddle but not taken the ferry before, come on along, it’s pretty easy!

Feb 5 - Mon - Board Meeting <Meeting Minutes>.
7:00 PM - Denny's, 4109 196th St SW, Lynnwood (Just West of I-5).  If chapter member has an interest to attend a board meeting for observation purposes only, please inform any chapter officer prior to doing so.   If you have an issue that you would like to address the board, please contact any of the primary officers (director, assistant_director, secretary, treasurer) prior to the meeting so that an agenda item can be added.  

Feb 8 - Thu - GNWHOG Chapter Meeting - Click here to read the <Meeting Minutes>.
7:00PM - Alfy's Pizza at 4820  196th SW, Lynnwood Ph 425-775-5459. Map  Come early and get dinner before the meeting.  Alfy's offers half price pizza for GNWHOG members.

Feb 10 - Sat - HOG PEN Party
7:00PM - 10:00PM at HarleyDavidson of Seattle. Open to current and new members only. May renew membership prior to entering the party.

Feb 11- Sun - 9th Annual Teddy Bear Run Not a HOG Chapter RIDE
Patt and Jennifer will be leaving HD of Seattle at 10AM (just like the usual rides).  We will be leading the group to the South King Alano Club 1317 Harvey Road, Auburn.  From there the South King County Alki Angels will take over and stage all the bikes for the easy ride throughout Auburn to finally end up at Auburn Regional Medical Center where the hospital will be hosting a free luncheon buffet.  The ride is FREE, we just ask that you bring a new small - medium sized stuffed animal to donate for the children that come in to the hospital through the Emergency Room or having surgery.

Feb 18 - Sun - Chapter Ride- Monroe and other points East and North Ride - 10:00 AM Harley Davidson of Seattle Departure
Tim (Primary) & Dave (Sweep) will be taking you on a nice ride out High Bridge road toward Monroe out into the valley & then across the highway turning east on Ben Howard road.  This drops us out in Sultan were we will turn west back to Monroe. Turning right there we will follow back roads past Storm Lake & into Machias then back toward Snohomish and the valley beyond. This is not a high speed trip but will be very technical with a lot of twists and turns. This is one of my fav's. Hope you all come join me for some fun in the cold so plug in your pants & let's ride.

Feb 22 - Thu - Ladies of Harley Meeting
7:00 PM - Azteca Restaurant, 18920 Alderwood Mall Blvd., Lynnwood, WA 98036 Ph 425.672.1771 (south side of Alderwood Mall and the Sears store).  Come early and get dinner before the meeting.

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March 2007

Mar 3 - Sat - Chapter Ride - Yep - 10:00 AM Harley Davidson of Seattle Departure
Rick (Primary) & Patt (Sweep) will take you on a fun ride to nowhere or somewhere.  

Mar 5 - Mon - Board Meeting <Meeting Minutes>.
7:00 PM - Denny's, 4109 196th St SW, Lynnwood (Just West of I-5).  If chapter member has an interest to attend a board meeting for observation purposes only, please inform any chapter officer prior to doing so.   If you have an issue that you would like to address the board, please contact any of the primary officers (director, assistant_director, secretary, treasurer) prior to the meeting so that an agenda item can be added.  

Mar 8 - Thu - GNWHOG Chapter Meeting <Meeting Minutes>. 
7:00PM - Alfy's Pizza at 4820  196th SW, Lynnwood Ph 425-775-5459. Map  Come early and get dinner before the meeting.  Alfy's offers half price pizza for GNWHOG members.

Daylight Savings Time change on March 11^th – Ride departure time returns to 9:00 AM from HDS

Mar 17 - Sat - Chapter Ride - Destination Gerbing - Arrive 8:15 HD of S for pre-ride information (8:30 AM HDS Departure) Linda (Primary) & Dee (Sweep) will be taking you to Union, WA for shopping for heated clothing at Gerbing.  This is a nice paced ride which includes a ride Ferry to Kingston, riding on 2 lane roads and a 4 lane highway.  (Total ride from ferry is one hour)  We’ll spend about an hour at Gerbing then return to Belfair for lunch where the ride will end.  You are welcome to return the same way we came or travel around over the Narrow Bridge, either way, it’s a fun day.  With lunch, plan on not being back to Lynnwood until about 4:00 pm. Link to Ferry Fares: {http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/info_desk/fares/index.cfm?fareroute_id=5050&route_abbrev=ed-king}

Mar 18 - Sun - Ride changed to Saturday Mar 17th

Mar 22 - Thu - Ladies of Harley Meeting
7:00 PM - Azteca Restaurant, 18920 Alderwood Mall Blvd., Lynnwood, WA 98036 Ph 425.672.1771 (south side of Alderwood Mall and the Sears store).  Come early and get dinner before the meeting.

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April 2007

Apr 1 - Sun - Annual Bunny Run - 9:00 AM Harley Davidson of Seattle Departure - <See Flyer>

Special from Harley-Davidson of Seattle - HDofS is providing a free (YES FREE) breakfast if you are going on the Bunny Run.  Breakfast will be served from 8:30 - 9:30 Sunday at HDofS, Ride leaving for housing hope at 10:00.  Get there early for what will surely be a very good start to the run. Bring your donations on Sunday or drop them off during business hours at HDofS and they will be delivered with the ride.

OUR 14th ANNUAL BUNNY RUN benefiting TOMORROW’S HOPE CHILDCARE AND LEARNING CENTER will be held SUNDAY, APRIL 1, 2007.  You can drop off your toy bunny for the boys and girls at the dealership or bring them with you on the ride.  If you wish, you can also make a Cash and/or Non-Perishable Food donation at the dealership or by contacting one of your Activities Officers Cathleen Countryman [cathleencountryman@hotmail.com], Michelle Meade [micmea01@yahoo.com] or Val Johnson [425-776-1420].  This event takes place Rain or Shine.  Please arrive at the dealership by 9:00 am to be ready to leave at 10:00.  For a list of acceptable items (in additions to Bunny's of course) click on <supplies> or <donations>.

Apr 2 - Mon - Board Meeting <Meeting Minutes>.
7:00 PM - Denny's, 4109 196th St SW, Lynnwood (Just West of I-5).  If chapter member has an interest to attend a board meeting for observation purposes only, please inform any chapter officer prior to doing so.   If you have an issue that you would like to address the board, please contact any of the primary officers (director, assistant_director, secretary, treasurer) prior to the meeting so that an agenda item can be added.

Apr 7 - Sat - Chapter Ride - "P&P (Prince and Princess) Skills Review & Group Riding in Review - 9:00 AM HSD Departure
Joyce (Primary) & Linda (Sweep) - Skills workshop, usually in a parking lot where we won't run into cars and drivers who don't understand. P&P is for all riders. Skills include emergency stops, s- l- o- w ride (no feet down) circles (turns) or any skill you feel needs to be improved on. If enough interest, we may include a Group Riding in Review session with a short group ride after the workshop.  

Apr 12 - Thu - GNWHOG Chapter Meeting
7:00PM - Alfy's Pizza at 4820  196th SW, Lynnwood Ph 425-775-5459. Map  Come early and get dinner before the meeting.  Alfy's offers half price pizza for GNWHOG members.

Apr 15 - Sun - Poop & Pansy - 9:00 AM HDS Departure - Susan (Primary) & Linda (Sweep) will take you on a scenic route through the tulip fields and roads around Mt Vernon.  We really don’t see a lot of poop on the roads but if it’s not poop on the roads, what is it anyway?

Apr 26 - Thu - Ladies of Harley Meeting
7:00 PM - Azteca Restaurant, 18920 Alderwood Mall Blvd., Lynnwood, WA 98036 Ph 425.672.1771 (south side of Alderwood Mall and the Sears store).  Come early and get dinner before the meeting.

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May 2007

May 5 - Sat - Chapter Ride - Oh, Cinco de Mayo - 9:00 AM HDS Departure - Dave (Primary) & Russ (Sweep) Cinco de Mayo!  Come one, come all as we head out for a very enjoyable ride through the back roads of Maltby, Snohomish, Lake Stevens & on up to Arlington where we'll stop for a short break then continue on Hwy 9 north to the Steel Dream Cafe in Burlington for some warm food and wonderful company.  This will be an easy ride on the back roads with only a short stretch of some highway speeds.  The roads are a little curvy & the scenery is always nice, if the weather gods smile on us (as she always does) fun will be had by all.   Looking to see you all in my mirror.

May 7 - Mon - Board Meeting  <Meeting Minutes>.
7:00 PM - Denny's, 4109 196th St SW, Lynnwood (Just West of I-5).  If chapter member has an interest to attend a board meeting for observation purposes only, please inform any chapter officer prior to doing so.   If you have an issue that you would like to address the board, please contact any of the primary officers (director, assistant_director, secretary, treasurer) prior to the meeting so that an agenda item can be added.

May 10 - Thu - GNWHOG Chapter Meeting <Meeting Minutes>. 
7:00PM - Alfy's Pizza at 4820  196th SW, Lynnwood Ph 425-775-5459. Map  Come early and get dinner before the meeting.  Alfy's offers half price pizza for GNWHOG members.

May 20 - Sun - Chapter Ride - Hurricane Ridge - 8:45 AM Harley Davidson of Seattle Departure (To catch the 9:20 AM Ferry; Pre-ride information will start at 8:30) - Subbing for Dee as Primary will be the Duck with Dave still being the Sweep for this ride. While Dee was going to go somewhere Eastward, I'm going in the opposite direction and going West to the Olympic National Park. We’ll be going up to Hurricane Ridge, somewhere this group and I have not been for some time. At this time of the year it should be a very nice ride to the top. The trip to the destination will take about 3 hours, depending how much we screw around. The Destination Highways-Washington, rates this ride a 81.3 out of 100. (Scoring 30 of 30 for Twistiness.) 

We will be taking the Ferry and there will be a Park Entrance Fee at the park, so bring money.

For information on the Fees follow these links;

May 23rd:  RC Ride Planning Meeting @ 6 pm at Spiro’s.  If you have ride suggestions, let us know

May 24 - Thu - Ladies of Harley Meeting
7:00 PM - Azteca Restaurant, 18920 Alderwood Mall Blvd., Lynnwood, WA 98036 Ph 425.672.1771 (south side of Alderwood Mall and the Sears store).  Come early and have dinner with us before the meeting starts, it’s a great time to catch up with old friends and to meet new ones.  Don’t forget to bring your “Swashbuckling” other half so they can do their Pirate thing while us girls talk.

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June 2007

June 2 - Sat - Chapter Ride - Mt Saint Helens - 9:00 AM Harley Davidson of Seattle Departure
Jeff (Primary) & Linda (Sweep); Dee (Sat return Sweep) This ride will provide you two return options.  You can make it a full, very long day of riding to and from with Jeff or plan to stay overnight in a nearby town (Kelso) and return Sunday morning after breakfast with Linda.

Jun 4 - Mon - Board Meeting <Meeting Minutes>.
7:00 PM - Denny's, 4109 196th St SW, Lynnwood (Just West of I-5).  If chapter member has an interest to attend a board meeting for observation purposes only, please inform any chapter officer prior to doing so.   If you have an issue that you would like to address the board, please contact any of the primary officers (director, assistant_director, secretary, treasurer) prior to the meeting so that an agenda item can be added. 

Jun 14- Thu - GNWHOG Chapter Meeting
7:00PM - Alfy's Pizza at 4820  196th SW, Lynnwood Ph 425-775-5459. Map  Come early and get dinner before the meeting.  Alfy's offers half price pizza for GNWHOG members.  

Jun 17 - Sun - Chapter Ride - Bellingham the Hard Way - 9:00 AM Harley Davidson of Seattle Departure
Dave (Primary) & Rick (Sweep)….This will be a long enjoyable easy ride for all.  We will be taking all the back roads I can find working our way north.  We'll be traveling through the reservation up to Stanwood, along the pioneer trail to the Tulip fields and into Burlington, then on to Chuckanut drive for some very nice curves and turns to our final destination.  After an enjoyable lunch at a restaurant in the local area, we can return down Hwy 9 for an easy and enjoyable return or take Hwy 5 for those who want to get home fast.  I hope the Sun Gods continue to shine on my rides as they have in the past and we have another great crowd of riders to enjoy the day with and celebrate Fathers Day.

Jun 21 - Thu - Golden Gardens at Sunset for First Day of Summer Ride - Ladies of Harley Meeting
6:00 PM HDS Departure – Linda (Primary) & Susan (Sweep)….back roads all the way to Golden Gardens.  Bring your picnic dinner or there is a drive-in just outside the entrance that has hamburgers, shakes, fries and much more…..  Come along and ride off into the Sunset with me!

Jun 23 -  LOH sponsoring this ride for all members to ride to Vancouver to have Tea at Stanley Park….for more information, contact Cathi Sears, LOH Officer.

Jun 24- Sun - 12th Annual Children's Ride - Not a HOG Chapter RIDE For a ride down meet at HDofS at 08:00 to depart at 08:15 - 08:30 (non-chapter)
Come join the Imagine Guild and help support the Children's Hospital.  The fee is $60.00 per person and includes, Registration, WSP escorted ride, pin, bbq and admission to the AHDRA Pacific Nationals on June 24th.  Pre-register by June 8th and receive a ride T-shirt.  The events start Friday June 22.  Check their web site for more information.           http://www.childrens-ride.com/indext1.htm

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July 2007

Jul 7 - Sat - Chapter Ride - 9:00 AM Harley Davidson of Seattle Departure
Road Captains Brian (RCIT), Dee (Primary) & Patt (Sweep)…. The Weather looks good for this summer ride!  RCIT Brian Chubb is taking us over to Whidbey Island to travel the back roads on Saturday July 7th. He's planned a stop at the Fort Casey Lighthouse too. If you have not been there, it's worth seeing. He is taking us north from there across Deception Pass and onto the reservation in Anacortes for Lunch at a Casino (children are welcome so I know we'll all be able to eat there). Feel free to bring a sack lunch if you like too, Brian checked with the Casino and it's all good. Pre-ride is at 8:45, ride leaves at 9:00. Brian, Patt and I rode this yesterday and it's a great route! Speeds average 35-50mph. One Ferry (Mukilteo-Clinton) and no freeways during the ride, but you might consider the freeway for the return trip. Ferry is $3.70 for bike and rider, passengers are $3.95. You can purchase tickets on line at:  http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/
 

Jul 9 - Mon - Board Meeting (that's right, it's on the 9th, not on the 2nd) <Meeting Minutes>.
7:00 PM - O'Donnells 122 128th St SE, Lynnwood (Just East of I-5 on the South side of 128th) (425) 355-5300.  If chapter member has an interest to attend a board meeting for observation purposes only, please inform any chapter officer prior to doing so.   If you have an issue that you would like to address the board, please contact any of the primary officers (director, assistant_director, secretary, treasurer) prior to the meeting so that an agenda item can be added. 

Jul 12 - Thu - GNWHOG Chapter Meeting
7:00PM - Alfy's Pizza at 4820  196th SW, Lynnwood Ph 425-775-5459. Map  Come early and get dinner before the meeting.  Alfy's offers half price pizza for GNWHOG members.

Jul 15 - Sun - Shelton & other points West - 9:00 AM Harley Davidson of Seattle Departure  
Russ (Primary) & Rick (Sweep)….. Come enjoy a ride to Shelton and other destinations.  The ride will consist of a short Ferry ride and a nice windy ride on Hwy 101 to Shelton.  After lunch we will return home via Hwy 3 and we will try out the new Tacoma Narrows Bridge.  From there we will hit the freeway and return to HDoS.  It will most likely take about 5-6 hours to do the ride and include lunch.  It will not be a rushed ride, but the breaks will be short and far apart enough that the Sportster’s will not run out of gas.

July 15 - Sun - Rally for the Troops - Destination Harley - http://iamonsite.googlepages.com/rallyiv

Jul 19 - Thu - GNWHOG Luau at Harley Davidson of Seattle 7 PM
7:00PM - At Harley Davidson of Seattle for GNW-HOG Members only.

July 21 - Sat - Marysville to Bellingham Motorcycle Ride - For Special Olympics - Sound Harley and HD of Bellingham - Pre-Register before July 16th and save.  Sponsored by the Marysville and Bellingham Police Departments.  Contact: pduemmell@ci.marysville.wa.us or tdykstra@cob.org.

Jul 26 - Thu - Ladies of Harley Meeting
No Meeting this month due to Tumbleweed Run 5 event.  Next meeting is August 23rd.

Jul 27 - 29 - Tumbleweed Run 5 <TW5 Registration Form>

Last years event was better than the previous three years, only because it is still fresh in the minds of those that attended (and the stories still being told and enhanced). Check back for this years information as it becomes available.  Planning has already started and the dates are firm so make your reservations in Winthrop soon.  For now you can submit any ideas to our Assistant Director (Brady).  This years theme could be (...see see senor).

Winthrop, WA.   Open to all bikes.  Come spend the weekend at this western style resort town and have some fun with friends and fellow chapter members.   Poker run, observation run, poker walk, scavenger hunt, live music/dancing (Saturday night), bbq.  For more information, <click here, not yet>.  To register for this event, <click here, not yet>.

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August 2007

Aug 4 - Sat - Chapter Ride - 9:00 AM Harley Davidson of Seattle Departure  
Rick (Primary) & Tim (Sweep)…..  Come join us for a visit to the land of Dr Joel Fleischman and his band of merry cohorts from the show "Northern Exposure".  That's right folks we are going to Cicely, Alaska or as we fondly refer to it here as Roslyn, WA.  We will also be making a little side slant to "Fish In A Bag" or as the French would prefer to call it "Salmon Le Sac".  We will be traveling major highways at speeds up to 100 miles I mean 70 miles per hour along with big trucks, RV's and non cage drivers so please make sure you are up to it.  Our first stop will be in North Bend and from there onward and upward over the pass.  This will be a great ride with some awesome scenery and for those who like to camp bring a tent.  Salmon Le Sac offers sites for as little as $16 per night for up to 6 people and $32 for up to 12.  So get your gear on and let’s go get some "Northern Exposure". 

Aug 5 - Sun - PUGET SOUND PIGNIC!  Can't go to Sturgis but want to have a great time with other Bikers? Then attend the first ever Puget Sound Pignic. Nine area HOG Chapters are getting together for a picnic at Lake Sammamish State Park to share some road stories and some laughter!  The fun starts at 1:00 PM.  Bring your picnic basket full of goodies and spend the afternoon getting to know who you've been waving to on the road and exchange ideas on where to go and what to see.  Come meet some new members of the family.  It'll be a great time!  For more information contact Mona Pillers, pillersmojo@aol.com

Aug 6 - Mon - Board Meeting - Changed for this month - It will be following the Chapter Picnic on the 26th  <Meeting Minutes>.

Aug 9 - Thu - GNWHOG Chapter Meeting
7:00PM - Alfy's Pizza at 4820  196th SW, Lynnwood Ph 425-775-5459. Map  Come early and get dinner before the meeting.  Alfy's offers half price pizza for GNWHOG members.  

Aug 19 - Sun - Chapter Ride - 9:00 AM Harley Davidson of Seattle Departure
Dee (Primary) & Patt (Sweep)…..  Our destination will be the summer camp for children who are victims of burns.  We'll conduct our own chapter ride up North and meet up with HOG chapters from Canada, Mt. Baker, Sound and Eastside, at a location not far from the camp and ride into the camp at the same time, about 2:00 in the afternoon.  This run is a terrific opportunity to meet other HOG members from the Northwest and have a great deal of fun for a good cause.  The camp is providing a BBQ and live music for this event.  If you would like to give the kids a ride on your bike please remember to bring an extra helmet and maybe something little to give the kids as a souvenir.  Last year I gave away a HOG scarf to my riders, it was a big hit. 

T-shirts are also available this year for a suggested $20.00 donation.  If you would like a T-shirt please email your name and size to me BEFORE August 1st.  You can take a check or cash to the run for the shirts, the money will be collected at the event.  Checks should be made out to the Burned Children Recovery Foundation. Their Tax Payer # is 91-1538856 and the U.B.I. # is 601-353-329.

Aug 23 - Thu - Ladies of Harley Meeting
7:00 PM - Azteca Restaurant, 18920 Alderwood Mall Blvd., Lynnwood, WA 98036 Ph 425.672.1771 (south side of Alderwood Mall and the Sears store).  Come early and get dinner before the meeting. 

Aug 26 13:00 - 17:00 - Sun - Chapter Picnic - Wenberg State Park
– 10:00 AM HDS Departure – Girls Ride: Linda (Primary) & Susan (Sweep) and Boys Ride:  Brian (RCIT) Russ (Primary) & _____(Sweep)  The girls will take the high road and the boys the low road and we’ll meet at Lake Goodwin @ Wenberg State Park (1 – 5 pm) for a HOG Day afternoon picnic.

Directions: From I-5 take exit 206 (Hiway 531) and head West. Follow 531 all the way to Wenberg State Park.  Land marks once off the freeway, 1) Railroad tracks 2) Stop sign, turn right 3) Lake Ki on left, stop for a swim everyone does 4) Country Burger 5) left on East Lake Goodwin Rd 6) Fire station on right 7) turn right into the park.  From exit 206 to the park is about 7 miles (and I know of two of the SP favorite speed traps on summer days).

Aug 26 Sun - 10:30 HDofS Boys & Girls Ride to the GNW-HOG Picnic - 10:30 AM HDS Departure – Girls Ride: Linda (Primary) & Susan (Sweep) and Boys Ride:  Brian (RCIT) Russ (Primary) & Dave(Sweep)  The girls will take the high road and the boys the low road and we’ll meet at Lake Goodwin @ Wenberg State Park (1 – 5 pm) for a HOG Day afternoon picnic

Aug 26 - Sun - Board Meeting - Changed for this month - It will be following the Chapter Picnic on the 26th <Meeting Minutes>
Following Chapter Picnic at Wenberg State Park - plan on 1 - 2 hours.  If you have an issue that you would like to address the board, please contact any of the primary officers (director, assistant_director, secretary, treasurer) prior to the meeting so that an agenda item can be added

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September 2007

Sep 1 - Sat - Chapter Ride - Dam Brown Bag Rocky Ride - 9:00 AM Harley Davidson of Seattle Departure
Dee (Primary) & Dave (Sweep) We'll be heading East to Cashmere on Hwy 2, where we'll stop for gas and lunch food at Subway/ grocery store. Then it's on to Rocky Reach Dam for our picnic lunch and tour. There is a nice visitor center, lots of parking and a great lawn for laying in the sun. Those wishing to, may, end the ride here (going back the way we came; it's approximately 280 miles total).  For the rest of us, the ride will head north and hookup with Hwy 20 for the ride home. The full round trip is approximately 400 miles. Most of the ride is on state highway roads with speeds in the 60 mph range. This is not necessarily a ride I recommend for new riders. Stops will be limited. If you like putting on the miles, laughing & having fun please join us for some wonderful spring scenery and "East of the Mountains" sunshine. 

Sep 9 - Sun - Ride For Kids

This picture was drawn for us by Nick and his mom who came to a chapter meeting
to talk about the ride and encourage riders to participate.  Nick is beneficiary of the support donated to
the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation, and is an honorary member of the chapter.

Sep 10 - Mon - Board Meeting - New LOCATION <Meeting Minutes>.
7:00 PM - Denny's, 22833 Bothell-Everett Highway 425-486-8651 (In Canyon Park).  If any chapter member has an interest to attend a board meeting for observation purposes only, please inform any chapter officer prior to doing so.   If you have an issue or suggestion that you would like to address the board, please contact any of the primary officers (director, assistant_director, secretary, treasurer) prior to the meeting so that an agenda item can be added. 

Sep 13 - Thu - GNWHOG Chapter Meeting
7:00PM - Alfy's Pizza at 4820  196th SW, Lynnwood Ph 425-775-5459. Map  Come early and get dinner before the meeting.  Alfy's offers half price pizza for GNWHOG members.

Sep 16 - Sun - Chapter Ride - 8:45 AM Harley Davidson of Seattle Departure: Hurricane Ridge ride – 8:30 pre-ride information with a prompt 8:45 AM HDS Departure to catch the 9:20 am Ferry; Duck (Primary) & ______(Sweep)…..The first attempt this year didn’t work out so let’s try this one again.  We'll be going up to Hurricane Ridge somewhere this group and I have not been for some time. At this time of the year it should be an even nicer ride to the top. The trip to the destination will take about 3 hours, depending how much we screw around. The Destination Highways-Washington, rates this ride an 81.3 out of 100.  (Scoring 30 of 30 for Twistiness)  We will be taking the Ferry and there will be a Park Entrance Fee so bring money for the ferry and the park entrance fee.
Also, read the Safety Page "Tips for Ferry Travel":

http://www.gnw-hog.com/members/safety/groupride.htm .
For information on the Fees follow these links;
Washington State Ferries: http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/
Olympic National Park: http://www.nps.gov/olym/ (motorcycle) $5 for
seven day pass.

Sep 27 - Thu - Ladies of Harley Meeting - NEW LOCATION
7:00 PM - Alderwood Mall Food Court by the Fireplace - 6ish for dinner and 7pm meeting.  Come early and get dinner before the meeting.

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October 2007

Oct 1 - Mon - Board Meeting
7:00 PM - Denny's, 22833 Bothell-Everett Highway 425-486-8651 (In Canyon Park).  If any chapter member has an interest to attend a board meeting for observation purposes only, please inform any chapter officer prior to doing so.   If you have an issue or suggestion that you would like to address the board, please contact any of the primary officers (director, assistant_director, secretary, treasurer) prior to the meeting so that an agenda item can be added. 

Oct 6 - Sat - Chapter Ride - 9:00 AM Harley Davidson of Seattle Departure - Patt (Primary) & Duck (Sweep)….. Could be Pt. Defiance Zoo, Northwest Trek or the Sul Duc Hot Springs but whatever the destination, it won’t be boring with Patt leading and Duck sweeping.  Come on along for a nice ride.

Oct 11 - Thu - GNWHOG Chapter Meeting
7:00PM - Alfy's Pizza at 4820  196th SW, Lynnwood Ph 425-775-5459. Map  Come early and get dinner before the meeting.  Alfy's offers half price pizza for GNWHOG members.

Oct 21 - Sun - Chapter Ride - 9:00 AM Harley Davidson of Seattle Departure - Sue’s CRAZY HELMET ride
Tim (Primary) & Patt (Sweep)…..The annual Sue Ames Memorial Crazy Helmet Ride.   The ride departs 9:00 from HD of Seattle rain or shine.  We will travel south to Shilshole Bay through Ballard and on to the U-District.  From the U-District to Sandpoint to Bothell.  This ride gives everyone a chance to exhibit their creative and silly side while remembering our lost sister.  Be prepared to get stared at, pointed at and bring smiles to many passing motorists and pedestrians.  It's always a great time.  Last year quite a few coffee stops were needed due to inclement weather.  But no worries - it's always a blast.

Oct 25 - Thu - Ladies of Harley Meeting
7:00 PM - Alderwood Mall Food Court by the Fireplace - 6ish for dinner and 7pm meeting.  Come early and get dinner before the meeting.

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November 2007

Nov 3 - Sat - Chapter Ride - 9:00 AM Harley Davidson of Seattle Departure
Brian (RCIT) Rick (Primary) & Russ (Sweep)…..This is the planned destination but changes in direction do happen.  The autumn colors should provide some beautiful scenery in any direction.  If the Falls is the final decision, it will be a nice leisurely ride through the valley and over the river to the Falls.  With the snow level dropping almost daily this maybe as far east that can be traveled this time of year but dress warmly and join the ride!

Daylight Savings Time Ends on November 4th - Ride departure time returns to 10:00 AM from HarleyDavidson of Seattle

Nov 5 - Mon - Board Meeting
7:00 PM - Denny's, 22833 Bothell-Everett Highway 425-486-8651 (In Canyon Park).  If any chapter member has an interest to attend a board meeting for observation purposes only, please inform any chapter officer prior to doing so.   If you have an issue or suggestion that you would like to address the board, please contact any of the primary officers (director, assistant_director, secretary, treasurer) prior to the meeting so that an agenda item can be added. 

Nov 8 - Thu - GNWHOG Chapter Meeting
7:00PM - Alfy's Pizza at 4820  196th SW, Lynnwood Ph 425-775-5459. Map  Come early and get dinner before the meeting.  Alfy's offers half price pizza for GNWHOG members.

Nov 15 - Thu - RC General Meeting  RC General Meeting – Ride dates will be selected for Jan, Feb & March rides but the destination selections will be done at a later date.  Please submit the Ride suggestion form or email that information to the Sr/Head RC.

Nov 18 - Sun - Chapter Ride - 10:00 AM Harley Davidson of Seattle Departure - Museum of Flight  ride
Linda (Primary) & Tim (Sweep)…..there are basically two main routes to the Museum of Flight, Freeway or Hwy 99.  This ride “is” probably more about the destination than the ride but the morning of the ride, I will solicit the participants for route preference.  This is a quick ride “even in the rain” to an interesting location so whether you have been to the museum before or not, I hope you will join Tim & I.

Nov 29 - Thu - Ladies of Harley Meeting
7:00 PM - Canceled due to Thanksgiving holiday.

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December 2007

Dec 1 - Sat - GNWHOG Holiday/Christmas Party
Plan ahead.  Holiday Inn Everett on Pacific Ave. Saturday December 1st.  The party is from 5p.m. to midnight.  There will be a no host bar & Hors devours with dinner & dessert to follow.  Tickets are $20 and will be available at the next chapter meeting.  There will not be tickets available at the door.

Dec 1 - Sat - Chapter Ride - 10:00 AM Harley Davidson of Seattle Departure
Jeff (Primary) & Dee (Sweep)…..Come ride on the very road that Casey Kahne voted his favorite in "Road and Track" magazine's "favorite driving roads"; the one on which he used to scare the bejeebers out of his high school sweetheart.  Yes, the infamous Mud Mountain Road and unmarked single strip of asphalt winding through some of the prettiest country around.  Lunch will be served at the Mud Mountain Dam by the friendly and courteous staff - i.e. you folks.  This is a "brown bag" affair, with a lunch stop at the dam under their covered picnic area.  And yes, getting there will be half the fun, with our route taking us up the Snoqualmie River valley, down through Maple Valley and even the Green River valley (don't worry ladies, they caught the guy years ago; he'll never paint another truck again...).  So come on out and ride; we are looking at about a 180 mile round trip, getting home in plenty of time for the Christmas party.

Dec 3 - Mon - Board Meeting
No meeting in December.

Dec 6 - Thur 7 - 10 pm Mardi Gras night -  It's Ladies night only at Harley-Davidson of Seattle.  That's right guys, tell all the Ladies and drop them off.  Capacity is 325 and the first 150 Ladies in line will receive a Mardi Gras gift. Free food and spirits.  Check the details at http://www.harley-davidsonofseattle.com

Dec 13 - Thur - Chapter Meeting
No meeting in December.

Dec 16 - Sun - Chapter Ride - No Ride, The Webmaster wishes everyone a Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and Happy Holidays to everyone.

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January 2008

Jan 1 - Thu - Charity Ride with Seattle Chapter

Jan 1 - Thu - Resolution Ride IV

Jan 5 - Sat - Chaper Ride - 10:00 AM Harley Davidson of Seattle Departure
 

Jan 7 - Mon - Board Meeting
7:00 PM - Denny's, 22833 Bothell-Everett Highway 425-486-8651 (In Canyon Park).  If any chapter member has an interest to attend a board meeting for observation purposes only, please inform any chapter officer prior to doing so.   If you have an issue or suggestion that you would like to address the board, please contact any of the primary officers (director, assistant_director, secretary, treasurer) prior to the meeting so that an agenda item can be added. 

Jan 10 - Thu - GNWHOG Chapter Meeting
7:00PM - Alfy's Pizza at 4820  196th SW, Lynnwood Ph 425-775-5459. Map Come early and get dinner before the meeting.  Alfy's offers half price pizza for GNWHOG members.

Jan 12 - Thu - GNW-HOG Membership Renewal Dinner - 6 - 9 pm at Harley Davidson of Seattle
The GNW-HOG Membership Renewal dinner (and pie-throwing contest) will be held on January 12th.  It will run from 6PM until 9PM (or a bit later) and it is the best chance to renew your membership in our fine group! The dealership is planning a great dinner, entertainment, games and general goofiness.......cause we're all so goofy.  Miss Harley-Davidson of Seattle, Sabrina, will be there for conversation and pictures, and Caitlin and the Events Committee are coming up with some truly wacked out games!  There will be an email and/or mailer out soon, to let everyone know about the event and to RSVP. This event is for GNW-HOG members only (sorry no guests).

Jan 20 - Sun - Chapter Ride - 10:00 AM Harley Davidson of Seattle Departure

Jan 24 - Thu - Ladies of Harley Meeting
 

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