Tomahawk Fall Ride 37th Anniversary VENDING SHOW FREE TO PUBLIC. Friday & Saturday until 5pm

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2 Tomahawk Fall Ride 37th Anniversary BUBBA S BIG PARTY Wed. thru Sun., Sept , 2018 SITE: On Hwy. L, 3 mi. N. of Hwy. 8, Tomahawk, WI (Nokomis Town Park) SATURDAY NIGHT UNDER THE BIG TOP LITTLE TEXAS With hits like: God Blessed Texas, Kick a Little, My Love, Peaceful Easy Feeling, Some Guys Get All The Love, What Might Have Been OTHER LIVE MUSIC Featuring Jerry Schmitt Band Branded Almost Famous Tallan Noble Latz Black Knight For more info , visit FREE CAMPING WITH CONCERT TICKET (TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE GATE) WELCOME BIKERS! HARLEY WEEKEND BAND SCHEDULE SEPT PIK S PUB TUCK PENCE Thurs., Sept PM - 12 AM BIG BANG Fri., Sept PM - 6 PM INCORRUPTIBLES Sat., Sept PM - 6 PM RODEO SALOON DECK BRIAN McLAUGHLIN Fri., Sept. 14 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM LIVE MUSIC Downtown Tomahawk TOO DEEP Sat., Sept. 15 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM ON 4th STREET & WISCONSIN AVE. VADA S ROCKHOUSE Fri., Sept. 14 7:30 PM - 11:30 PM RISING PHOENIX Sat., Sept PM - 10 PM Dawn Marie Mark Wayne **Free Beer & Bonfire at the Weds. & Thurs. Night Early Bird Parties** VENDING SHOW FREE TO PUBLIC Friday & Saturday until 5pm Swap meet w/live music Classic Car & Hot Rod Show Ethnic Food Court Lawn Mower Races Helicopter Tours Pancake Breakfast FR18 NOK400 FR18 ROD200

3 welcome bikers welcome bikers YOUR 1 1 STOP FALL RIDE HEADQUARTERS Located behind Crossroads Mobil on Comfort Dr. EXIT #229 Rocky the Rig from Tucker V-Twin on-site Vendors & Food Cycle Service and Accessories Custom Motor Work Towing Available Motor Work Full Line of Parts & Accessories Custom Bikes Jewelry Attire Rain Gear Service Interval Requirements Certified Mechanics Full Line of Tires - Dunlop, Metzeler Authorized Dealer for: Mid-USA, Drag Specialties, Parts Unlimited, Tucker V-Twin, Daytona Helmets, Curv Sunglasses, V-Twin 1735 Comfort Drive, Tomahawk, WI Phone: 715/ Fax: 715/ Mike Messinger - Owner FR18 LIN425

4 2 By the Tomahawk Leader Little did they know nearly four decades ago that what started out as a small group of friends heading out to view fall colors would ultimately grow into something long-lasting that draws motorcycle enthusiasts from around the state, country and world to Tomahawk each fall. Yes, a few more friends have joined the ride since then and now tens of thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts converge on Tomahawk each September for the Fall Ride, one of the biggest and most anticipated motorcycle rallies in northern Wisconsin and beyond. This year the open road leads to town Sept , with some activities even earlier. The Tomahawk Leader newspaper is proud to provide you with this Official Guide of Fall Ride events and well-wishes from advertisers who will eagerly welcome and serve you. The Tomahawk Fall Ride is one of the largest motorcycle gatherings in the state and the biggest fundraiser for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) in northern Wisconsin. The venue has raised millions of dollars for families living with neuromuscular diseases since 1983, when organizers began donating to MDA. Monies raised during the Tomahawk Ride provide care for clients and expanded research. MDA raffles a brand new Harley-Davidson motorcycle as a fundraiser. Tickets are sold throughout the Northwoods by MDA and all proceeds benefit them. Keep in mind that Tomahawk s SARA Park on West Somo Avenue is the only location where 100% of the proceeds benefit MDA. Once again, Tomahawk s Wurl-Feind-Ingman VFW Post 2687 will handle guardianship of the downtown Tomahawk festivities. That focus will be on veterans, with a MASH theme from the hit TV series adding to the fun. Returning this year are a Breakfast with a Vet Thursday through Saturday, Sept and a MASH Blood Drive on Friday. Everyone is encouraged to join the Friday night Thunder Parade, with hundreds of motorcycles taking an 18-mile journey through the back roads, ending up in downtown Tomahawk in time for a Friday night Street Dance with bands playing at both ends of West Wisconsin Avenue. There s also a Street Dance Saturday night. Bubba s Tribute Party in Nokomis (remembering Continued on Page 4

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6 4 Continued from Page 2 the late Bubba Troutman) offers a full slate of musical entertainment and vendors. Many other establishments throughout Tomahawk and the surrounding Northwoods have additional live music during the long weekend. Look for live music listings inside this Guide. This Fall Ride Guide was created to help attendees enjoy all that is taking place this weekend. Inside you ll find information on the many events and some interesting places to visit. There are also details on where proceeds from the Fall Ride go, and Ride history. Whether this is your first Fall Ride or your 15th or 37th, there s one thing that never changes: The excitement can literally be felt as the rumble of motorcycles fills the air, telling stories of steel horse journeys ending and new ones just getting underway. You may come to enjoy good times, to take part in scenic rides, to help raise money for a good cause and/or just to spend some quality time reuniting with family and friends. The reason doesn t matter. But we re glad you re here! Thank you for taking part and helping celebrate another Fall Ride in Tomahawk. Please take note of our community and come back again sometime soon. Watch for latest Fall Ride info at tomahawkleader.com Check for Fall Ride updates, a copy of this Official Fall Ride Guide, other information and pictures afterwards from Fall Ride 2018 on the Tomahawk Leader website at The Leader also sponsors a business/event directory with places to stay, dine and shop at There s so much Tomahawk offers year round. One good way to keep in touch is with a subscription to the Tomahawk Leader. We ll mail a copy weekly or sign-up for our Online Edition at the website above or call Tomahawk Sports Center Your Power Sports, Marine, Rental and Storage Center FR18 TOM560 EST : N. 4th Street., Tomahawk, WI North 4th Street P.O. Box 285 Tomahawk, WI Phone: (715) (888) tsc@tomahawksportscenter.com

7 BONNIE & CLYDE GANGSTER PARK Park opens at 12:00 Daily Admission $10.00 per person/daily $5.00 after 7pm Friday: Live music starting at Noon 12:15-2:45pm Whitehouse Players 3-6pm Vic Ferrari 6-10pm Hip Pocket Saturday: 1-4:30pm Bonnie s Custom Bike Show 1-5pm The Dweebs 5:15-6:15pm Clyde s Burn Out Contest 6:30-10:30pm Johnny Wad Band Awards Bike Show - 1st place trophy Burn out contest 1st place trophy & $400 5 TOMAHAWK FALL RIDE SEPT nd - 6th place new tire Tire changing available on-site for contest! Food & Beverages provided by Minocqua Lions Club US HWY 51 HARSHAW, WI CALL (715) B&C100 FR18

8 6 WELCOME RIDERS TO THE Tomahawk For MDA Fall Ride WATCH FOR FALL RIDE PICTURES ONLINE AT your pictures to Official Guide Published by the Tomahawk s Local Newspaper FR 18 MDA100

9 7 By Kathy Tobin Tomahawk Leader Editor The Muscular Dystrophy Association will take over SARA Park on West Somo Avenue Thursday through Saturday, Sept with displays, motorcycle demo rides, fun runs, music, food and much more. Harley-Davidson Motor Company has partnered with the MDA to fight neuromuscular diseases since 1980, notes Abby Forcey of the MDA Green Bay office. Among those expected to be on hand will be 8-yearold Evan Petersen, Oconto Falls, the 2018 State MDA Ambassador. He has been diagnosed with Centronuclear Myopathy, a rare muscular disease that causes muscle weakness and wasting in skeletal muscles, which are used for movement. Petersen s mom says, MDA has brought so much joy to Evan s life through MDA Summer Camp, new friendships and fun activities throughout the year. MDA is a leader in funding research and the development of new promising drugs and treatments for muscle diseases. MDA STATE AMBASSADOR: MEET EVAN Evan is 8 years old and lives in Oconto Falls, Wis. Evan lives with Centronuclear Myopathy, but he doesn t let it slow him down. He enjoys fishing, camping, dancing, football and being with his family! FR18 TOM200

10 8 BREAKFAST WITH A VET Thurs., Fri., Sat., Sept. 13, 14, 15 - Served 8-11 am Wurl-Feind-Ingman Veterans of Foreign Wars Post S. 4th St., Tomahawk Pancakes, Scrambled Eggs, Sausages, Biscuits & Gravy, Coffee & Juice $8.00 MASH BLOOD DRIVE Friday, September 14th - 8 am-2:30 pm VFW Upper Hall Prior funds raised are presented at Fall Ride to Wounded Warriors in Action Foundation and The Never Forgotten Honor Flight and go to support local needs. VISIT DOWNTOWN TOMAHAWK FOR HOMEMADE FOOD BY NON-PROFITS, BEVERAGES & LIVE MUSIC BARS AND FOOD STANDS OPEN NOON TO CLOSE FR18 VFW100 Welcome to all Veterans & Visitors STOP BY OUR MASH TENT TO MEET OTHER VETERANS & LEARN ABOUT VETERANS PROGRAMS ASK FOR OUR 2016, 2017 AND 2018 VETERANS FALL RIDE PINS! MUSIC Friday after Thunder Parade- East end of Wis. Ave. - Vada s Rockhouse West end of Wis. Ave. - Cherry Pie Saturday - 6 pm - East end of Wis. Ave. Rising Phoenix 7 pm - West end of Wis. Ave. - HYDE The Swamp & Rosie s will be open to quench your thirst & other special needs. Food Courts on N 2nd & 3rd Streets. Camping available at SARA Park. Check with Tomahawk City Hall at 23 N 2nd St, Tomahawk, WI 54487, or call for reservations. Space limited. Call LEAVE A MESSAGE OR VFWPOST2687@GMAIL.COM

11 9 HARLEY LOVER WITH AMPUTATION RECONFIGURES BIKES AND CONTINUES TO RIDE By Jennifer Ruid Tomahawk Leader Reporter I don t let things stop me or slow me down. That is Will Garske s inspirational approach to life, and he is true to every word. Immediately after graduating from a Wausau high school in 1987, Garske chose to enlist in the United States Air Force where he spent 10 years serving his country stationed throughout Korea and the United States. After being honorably discharged in 1997, Garske returned to Wisconsin and happily chose to live in the city that annually hosts the well known Fall Ride festivities: Tomahawk! Garske s passion for Harley-Davidson doesn t stop at their motorcycles. He also works for the company at one of its Tomahawk plant locations. Unfortunately, Garske s life significantly changed when he came home from work one evening in July of 2014 and developed a blood clot in his left leg. He spent three days in a Rhinelander hospital, where his treatment team attempted to break up the clot. Then, Garske was transported to Marshfield. When he reached the hospital, a serious medical condition Walkabout Orthotics and Prothestics was happy to create Garske s Harley-inspired prothestic design. WILL GARSKE CONTINUED ON PAGE 10

12 10 WILL GARSKE CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 known as compartment syndrome had set in. Ultimately, the conditions and complications resulted in amputation of his leg below the left knee in December of I spent a year and a half trying to save the leg with many different treatments and surgeries. I spent months in the hospital dealing with complications and infections. It came to a point in life when you can t keep running around in circles. It was time to take the leg. I was ready to get it done so I could focus on rehabilitation and getting back to my life, shared Garske. Armed with a strong support system of family and close friends, a passion for riding, a colorful sense of humor and a motivating inner desire for living life to the fullest, Garske focused on finding a way to get back on a Harley. Two years ago, I wanted to keep riding. When you have a lot of time on your hands, it is amazing what you can research and find while searching on the Internet! I found myself a side car, just a frame for sale, so I just jumped in the truck and drove down and bought it and picked it up in southern Illinois, he recalled. When I got back, my close buddy, who is a great welder and fabricator, listened to my vision and we worked together in the shop welding and configuring. I just wanted to ride. It felt like it took forever, but it only took us a few months. We came up with a side car for the side of my 2012 Harley Ultra Classic, and we put one of those racks that you would have on the back of your car to load up a power chair, and so I would drive the scooter up on there, and I would close the gate and slide over onto the seat. We put a suicide shift which allows me to shift with my left hand, and away I would go without worrying about balance when I stopped because I had a side car, explained Garske. Garske has since made adaptations to a second motorcycle, a 2004 Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide. He relocated the clutch lever to a suicide shift bar. He attributes his inspiration to utilize the suicide shift method adaptations to his 1942 WLA model Harley-Davidson that is also proudly parked in his shop. When asked if he rides the bikes frequently, Garske chuckled and said, I just rode 200 miles to go and get some pie yesterday. It was really good pie. Then, Garske s proud daughter stopped by with his precious new granddaughter in tow. I can t tell you what an inspiration this man is. He is so humble and doesn t realize how many people s lives he touches. There is a saying in our family: Where there is a will, there is a way. And, in my Dad s case, it is literal. I m so proud of him. My daughter is so lucky because she gets to call him her Grandpa, she shared. Garske s appreciation and respect for the residents of the local community led him to a successfully elected position as an acting council member for the City of Tomahawk. I can t say enough about the Tomahawk community. I just love this city, Garske offered. Tomahawk welcomed me with open arms and people are always willing to help. Garske s positive attitude and motivating disposition are contagious. He frequently shares his supportive words of wisdom and personal time with others who are facing disabilities and similar surgical procedures. It is not easy, but if there is something that you want to do, whether it is riding a Harley or knitting, don t ever give up, he stated. You must find a reason to get up and still enjoy life. There is always light at the end of the tunnel.

13 11 Purchase a Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) motorcycle raffle ticket and you could win this 2018 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic, donated by the Harley-Davidson Motor Company. Second place is a seven-night stay at any Endless Vacation Resort Property. Tickets are $5 each or five for $20. In advance of the Ride, the bike has been on display at Tomahawk bp on North Fourth Street. It will be at SARA Park during the event. The drawing will take place Saturday, Sept. 15 at 5 p.m. at the MDA Fall Ride headquarters at SARA Park, West Somo Avenue, Tomahawk. All proceeds benefit MDA. Rider Friendly Concord Inn Revere s Lounge 320 Front Street Downtown Minocqua ConcordInnofMinocqua.com FR18 CON100 FR18 KRA100 BEER SNACKS GAS K racker B arrel OPEN 365 DAYS A YEAR Last stop before Bubba s Big Party 24 HOUR PAY AT THE PUMP N11790 Cty. Hwy. L, Tomahawk

14 12 Friday and Saturday evening Downtown Street Dances will be a big draw again during Tomahawk s Fall Ride for MDA. A pair of bands will hit the stage on each end of West Wisconsin Avenue (downtown) following the conclusion of the Thunder Parade Friday and again Saturday starting about 6/7 p.m. The Street Dances are free to the public. WEST END BAND: Following the Thunder Parade. CHERRY PIE has over 18 years of playing the biggest Hair Band hits and ballads of the 80 s, with some hits from the 70 s as well. This family-fun band encourages crowd participation and has played over 1,000 shows and festivals around Wisconsin. Cherry Pie consists of Andy Gonzales on lead vocals, Dave Zettle on guitars, Josh Becker on guitars and keyboards, Kase Villand on bass and Frank Babeck on drums. EAST END BAND: Following the Thunder Parade. VADA S ROCKHOUSE is an explosive cover band from Central Wisconsin. They play rock music from the 70 s to now. You can expect to hear tunes from artists such as Led Zepplin, Joan Jett, Foo Fighters, and many more! Band members include Tim Karbowski on drums/ vocals, Vada Stone (Jennifer Jackal) on lead vocals, Vince Iwanski on bass, and Dale Pongratz on guitar.

15 13 WEST END BAND: Beginning at 7 p.m. HYDE. Not your typical bar band, Weston s HYDE mixes classic rock, modern rock, heavy metal, and original material, which has led to the band sharing the stage with the likes of Shinedown, Seether, Skid Row, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and more. HYDE s energetic and razor-sharp brand of rock will be enjoyed by anyone who loves rock music. EAST END BAND: Beginning at 6 p.m. RISING PHOENIX is a high-energy rock band from central Wisconsin, boasting veteran musicians, playing primarily 80 s rock, with some classic 70 s mixed in. A mix of dance songs and progressive music, something to please every rocker in the crowd. Members are: Matt Berndt, lead vocals, harmony vocals; Todd Ashbeck, lead guitar, lead and harmony vocals; Craig Mitchell, lead guitar, harmony vocals; Jerry J. Kruschke, drums, percussion, lead and harmony vocals; and Mark Werth, bass guitar and harmony vocals. Refer to pages 18 & 19 for complete music lineup for the 2018 Fall Ride. A LITTLE BONFIRE: Those rumbling into Tomahawk Thursday for the start of the Tomahawk Fall Ride will want to stop by the SARA Park boat landing as the Tomahawk Regional Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual brat fry and very big bonfire. Grab a beer or non-alcoholic beverage and enjoy free entertainment as solo artist Brian McLaughlin performs hits from the 1970s, 80s, 90s and today. WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 13, 6-9 p.m. WHERE: SARA Park boat landing

16 14 Live entertainment will be ongoing at SARA Park Friday and Saturday, Sept , helping to drum up support for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). All activities at that location are geared to help the annual beneficiary of the Tomahawk Fall Ride MDA. Refer to pages 18 & 19 for complete music lineup for the 2018 Fall Ride. All acts held in the Entertainment Tent SCOTT KIRBY, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Scott Kirby s definition of his musical style is a blending of genres he calls bluecountryfolkgrass. Hailing from Rhinelander, Kirby s unique combination of guitar-looping, harmonica, and kick drum creates a sound that is undeniably original. Kirby also plays bass and sings harmony for Northwoods legend Tuck Pence, and recorded on Tuck s latest release, American Relic. THE INCORRUPTIBLES, 1:30-4:30 p.m. Milwaukee natives bringing their own version of rock & rollin blues-a-billy. They cover different genres of rock and roll, rockabilly, blues, R&B, soul and more. You can even sometimes hear all of these in the same song! All three band members, Jimmy McCarthy (guitar/ vocals), Amy Ashby (upright & electric bass/ vocals) and Bill Siebert (drums), all have 25+ years of musical experience and talent. Fall Ride updates & photos at Send your pictures to news@tomahawkleader.com

17 15 StripT, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tired of seeing the same old stale acoustic performances? Check out what StripT cooks fresh for you! Although relatively seasoned musicians, they are not your grandmother s acoustic variety duo. StripT pairs a rich, full sound, tasty harmonies, and an interesting recipe of genres from rock to pop to country to in between, spanning from the 1950 s through today with a nice healthy dose of 80 s deliciousness spread on thick for your listening gluttony and your dancing delight! THE COMMOTION, 1:30-5:30 p.m. This fun, high-energy band plays a variety of music from the 60 s, all the way to today s biggest hits. Covering genres from rock, country, pop and blues, this band is sure to create an exciting atmosphere. These musicians also incorporate different instruments such as saxophone and flutes into their performances. Proud Supporter of MDA Fall Ride Minocqua 9670 State Hwy 70 W usbank.com Member FDIC A great event inspires more than just the attendees. It inspires the entire community. U.S. Bank is committed to making our communities a better place. We support programs & organizations that enrich the quality of life. FR18 USB100 THE OFFICE Friday 10-11am & 5-6pm Double Power Hour $1 Domestic Beer - $2 Bombs Open: Mon 11am Tue - Thur 7am Fri 6am Sat & Sun 9am Buy 1 Get 1 Free Tue - Thur 3-6pm Sat & Sun 9 am - 2 pm Ultimate Bloody Mary List Make it your way with all the fixins. $12 FR18 OFF100

18 16 Robby "Bubba" Troutman By Kathy Tobin Tomahawk Leader Editor Bubba s Big Party lives on at Nokomis Community Park in memory of founder Robby Bubba Troutman. This year it s no different, with ongoing activities Wednesday, Sept. 12 through Sunday, Sept. 16. Among the bands featured will be Little Texas, Jerry Schmitt Band, Branded, Almost Famous, Tallan Noble Latz, Black Knight, Dawn Marie and Mark Wayne. A vendor show is open to the public at no cost until 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Other highlights include a swap meet with live music, classic car and hot rod show, ethnic food court, lawn mower races, helicopter tours and pancakes for breakfast. The park is located on County Road L, by the Nokomis Fire Department, in Oneida County. Bubba passed away on April 19, 2017, at age 63. His son, Keith Troutman, is making sure the party many came to know continues. He says: My dad started Bubba s Big Party from nothing and devoted his life to growing it. He taught me the ropes and prepared me to follow in his footsteps. Bubba s Tribute Party 2017 was an incredible success thanks to the continued support and loyalty of our Tomahawk Fall Ride goers. They made my first year one for the memory books. The weekend was full of great stories and lots of laughs. It was exactly what my dad would have wanted his Tribute Party to be. We couldn t have asked for better weather. It was straight out of heaven. I have an incredibly supportive family and dedicated employees. They wanted to make this party a success as much as I did. They helped make it all happen. I also can t thank the Oneida County Sheriff s Department, Town of Nokomis and Nokomis Fire Department enough for all of their planning and assistance. We all worked together to keep everyone safe. We are excited for 2018 and are continuing to add new attractions to bring more people into the Tomahawk area and help support MDA. I ll still be looking for my dad at the party, but the party must live on Wildthings Fur Co. Come See Us at the 37 th Harley-Davidson Fall Ride at Four Seasons Motel (833 North 4th St., Tomahawk) Fur Hats Sheepskin Seat Covers Gel Pads Deerskin Gloves More! HAVE FUN, LOOK GREAT AND BE REAL WARM BY WEARING REAL FUR! - (608) FR18 WIL200

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20 18 See map for location. Subject to change. 6-9PM Brian McLaughlin SARA Park, Tomahawk 7-11PM HYDE Billy Bob s, Tomahawk 7PM-11PM The Steele River Band Prairie Rapids Tavern, Tomahawk 8PM-Midnight Tuck Pence Pik s Pub, Tomahawk 10AM-1:30PM Scott Kirby SARA Park, Tomahawk 12:15-2:45PM Whitehouse Players Bonnie & Clyde Gangster Park, Harshaw 12-3PM The Ponymen Fusion Stage, Tomahawk 1:30-5:30PM Brian McLaughlin Rodeo Saloon Deck, Tomahawk 1:30-4:30PM The Incorruptibles SARA Park, Tomahawk 2-6PM Big Bang Pik s Pub, Tomahawk 2-6PM Dawn Marie Prairie Rapids Tavern, Tomahawk 3-6PM Vic Ferrari Bonnie & Clyde Gangster Park, Harshaw 3:30-6:30PM Bad Downs Fusion Stage, Tomahawk 6-9PM Jerry Schmitt Band Bubba s Tribute Party, Nokomis 6-10PM Hip Pocket Bonnie & Clyde Gangster Park, Harshaw 6-10PM The Dukes Prairie Rapids Tavern, Tomahawk 7-11PM (after parade) Vada s Rockhouse East End Street Dance, Downtown 7-11PM (after parade) Cherry Pie West End Street Dance, Downtown 7-11PM Boomboxx Billy Bob s, Tomahawk 7-11PM Howie the DJ Mary s Hangout, Tomahawk 8PM-Midnight Marty Frei A&J Sports Bar & Grill, Tomahawk 9-9:30PM Dawn Marie Bubba s Tribute Party, Nokomis 9:30PM-Midnight Branded Bubba s Tribute Party, Nokomis 10:30PM-2:30AM Storm Prairie Rapids Tavern, Tomahawk 12AM-12:30AM Dawn Marie Bubba s Tribute Party, Nokomis 12:30AM-Close Tallan Noble Latz Bubba s Tribute Party, Nokomis 10AM-1:30PM StripT SARA Park, Tomahawk 11AM-2PM The Bootstrap Boys Northwoods Harley-Davidson, Arbor Vitae 12-4PM Bernie Thompson Prairie Rapids Tavern, Tomahawk 12-3PM Brian McLaughlin Fusion Stage, Tomahawk 1-5PM Scott Kirby Mary s Hangout, Tomahawk 1-5PM The Dweebs Bonnie & Clyde Gangster Park, Harshaw 1:30-5:30PM The Commotion SARA Park, Tomahawk 1:30-5:30PM Too Deep Rodeo Saloon Deck, Tomahawk 2-5PM Dig Deep Northwoods Harley-Davidson, Arbor Vitae 2-6PM The Incorruptibles Pik s Pub, Tomahawk 3:30-6:30PM Tuck Pence Fusion Stage, Tomahawk 4-8PM The Rat Run River Band Prairie Rapids Tavern, Tomahawk 5-9PM Last Bullet Billy Bob s, Tomahawk 6-9PM Tallan Noble Latz Bubba s Tribute Party, Nokomis 6-10PM Rising Phoenix East End Street Dance, Downtown 6:30-10:30PM Johnny Wad Band Bonnie & Clyde Gangster Park, Harshaw 7-11PM HYDE West End Street Dance, Downtown 7-11PM Howie the DJ Mary s Hangout, Tomahawk 8PM-Midnight Slab Prairie Rapids Tavern, Tomahawk 8PM-Midnight Marty Frei A&J Sports Bar & Grill, Tomahawk 9-9:30PM Dawn Marie Bubba s Tribute Party, Nokomis 9:30-11PM Little Texas Bubba s Tribute Party, Nokomis 11-11:30PM Dawn Marie Bubba s Tribute Party, Nokomis 11:30 PM-Close Almost Famous Bubba s Tribute Party, Nokomis 12-4PM The Tree Peace Band Prairie Rapids Tavern, Tomahawk

21 19 Northwoods Harley-Davidson, Arbor Vitae- Indyclyne on Friday. Harley-Davidson of Wausau, Live Music Friday, 11am -3pm & more. Sure-Wood Forest Bar & Grill, Music Friday & Saturday. SUPPORT NON-PROFIT FOOD VENDORS The Tomahawk VFW is promoting local non-profits as its downtown food vendors Friday, Sept. 14 and Saturday, Sept. 15 as fundraisers for the organizations. Here s your chance to support different projects and causes that benefit the groups and community as a whole. Food will be provided by those non-profits on North Second and North Third streets as follows: United Methodist Church, Tomahawk - Sweet treats, cheesecake, pies, bars, cookies, caramel-puffed corn, seasoned pretzels Kinship of Tomahawk - Beef tips over noodles, beef tip sandwiches, chips, nachos, popcorn, treats Tomahawk Lions Club - Prince of Peace Church, Tomahawk - Turkey legs, pulled pork, burgers, brats Tomahawk Fire Department - Pulled pork sandwiches Somo Fish & Game Club, Tomahawk - Walking Tacos, brats, hamburgers St. Paul s Lutheran Church, Irma Sandwiches: rib eye steak, chicken breast, brats, hot dogs, hamburgers, cheeseburgers Trinity Lutheran School, Merrill - Walking tacos, ribs on a stick Northwoods VFW Post 1638, Merrill Tacos If there are any other registered non-profits that are interested they should call Pat at *** The VFW s The Swamp and Rosie s MASH beer tents will serve beer from noon to 11:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The VFW notes these will be manned by volunteer bartenders who will donate their tips to the Never Forgotten Honor Flight and Wounded Warriors in Action Foundation. *** Open intoxicant hours for downtown with boundaries from Wisconsin Avenue north and south to the alleys and east to the beginning of Fourth Street and west to include Railway Street are Friday until midnight and Saturday from noon to midnight. West Wisconsin Avenue will be closed at 11 a.m. to car/truck traffic. FR - MDA100

22 20 Tomahawk Fall Ride 2018 ACTIVITIES Wednesday, Sept. 12 Nokomis Community Park Bubba s Big Party. Live music, bonfire early bird party. (See related ad and story.) Thursday, Sept. 13 VFW Hall, 203 S. 4th St. Breakfast With A Vet, 8-11 a.m. SARA Park Noon-7 p.m. SARA Park on West Somo Avenue is open from noon-7 p.m. for MDA activities like raffle bike ticket sales, official MDA Fall Ride merchandise, Harley-Davidson Tomahawk Operations merchandise, children s area hosted by Christian Motorcyclist Association, three Fun Runs with prizes, food and merchandise vendors. Bike raffle tickets on sale for 2018 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic motorcycle, or second place prize of a one-week getaway. (See related ad and story.) Bonfire and Brat Fry Tomahawk Chamber welcomes motorcyclists to the annual event from 6-9 p.m. at SARA Park beach. Music by Brian McLaughlin. Nokomis Community Park Bubba s Big Party. Live music, bonfire early bird party, Black Knight. Friday, Sept. 14 VFW Hall, 203 S. 4th St. Breakfast With A Vet, 8-11 a.m. VFW Hall, 203 S. 4th St., upper hall MASH Blood Drive, 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m.. SARA Park 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Raffle motorcycle ticket sales Win a 2018 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic motorcycle; second place prize, one-week getaway. Harley-Davidson Demo Fleet Take a 2019 Harley-Davidson for a ride, registration 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Valid motorcycle license required. Continued on Page 21

23 21 Tomahawk Fall Ride 2018 ACTIVITIES Events Continued from Page 20 Fun Runs Purchase card/map for three mile rides (Chrome Ride/Black Ride/Orange Ride) through the scenic Northwoods. Self-guided tours, return card to SARA Park by 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15 to win prizes, benefit MDA. NEW: Scavenger Hunt Explore SARA Park to complete and descramble puzzle, win prizes; for all ages. Harley-Davidson Tomahawk Operations Merchandise Available for purchase. Proceeds benefit MDA. Live music Live entertainment under the tent, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m Merchandise vendor displays and sales Leather, clothing, motorcycle products, airbrushing, pin striping, Harley-Davidson dealers, jewelry, leather sewing, Sturgis souvenirs, plus a variety of other products. Official HOG Pin Stop Only open during demo fleet. Children s area Kiddie bikes for riding, hosted by Christian Motorcyclists Association. Food vendors Variety of food items, refreshments. Harley-Davidson Tour Open house Harley-Davidson plant tour at 426 E. Somo Ave. facility from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. See H-D components painted and pin striped. No charge. Must be 12 or older and wear fully-enclosed shoes. State Patrol demonstration at 2 p.m. Nokomis Community Park Bubba s Big Party. Vending show, free to public until 5 p.m. Live music, swap meet, ethnic food court, lawn mower and bar stool races, custom car and hot rod show, helicopter tours, pancake breakfast with proceeds to Nokomis Volunteer Fire Department. Friday Evening Activities Thunder Parade Everyone invited. Line up at Tomahawk School complex beginning at 4:30 p.m. Blessing of the bikes and kickstands up at 6 p.m. Route follows 18-mile scenic ride east on Kings Road to County Roads D, H, A, to North Fourth Street and Wisconsin Avenue through downtown Tomahawk. Hundreds Continued on Page 22

24 22 Tomahawk Fall Ride 2018 ACTIVITIES Events Continued from Page 21 of bikes typically take part to the pleasure of waving onlookers along the way. Friday Night Downtown Street Dances West Wisconsin Avenue, downtown Tomahawk, beginning after Thunder Parade, approximately 7-11 p.m., West end stage, Cherry Pie; East end stage, Vada s Rockhouse, 7:30-11:30 p.m. Non-profit food vendors. Bubba s Big Party at Nokomis Community Park Jerry Schmitt Band, 6-9 p.m.; Dawn Marie, 9-9:30 p.m.; Branded, 9:30 p.m.-midnight; Dawn Marie, midnight-12:30 a.m., Tallan Noble Latz, 12:30 a.m.-close. Numerous other events and music venues throughout the day. See ads and Live Music Listing on Pages 18 & 19. Saturday, Sept. 15 VFW Hall, 203 S. 4th St. Breakfast With A Vet, 8-11 a.m. SARA Park 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Raffle motorcycle ticket sales Win a 2018 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic motorcycle; second place prize, one-week getaway. Harley-Davidson Demo Fleet Take a 2019 Harley-Davidson for a ride, registration 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Valid motorcycle license required. Fun Runs Purchase card/map for three mile rides (Chrome Ride/Black Ride/Orange Ride) through the scenic Northwoods. Self-guided tours, return card to SARA Park by 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15 to win prizes, benefit MDA. NEW: Scavenger Hunt Explore SARA Park to complete and descramble puzzle, win prizes; for all ages. Harley-Davidson Tomahawk Operations Merchandise Available for purchase. Proceeds benefit MDA. Live music Live entertainment under the tent, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m Merchandise vendor displays and sales Leather, clothing, motorcycle products, airbrushing, pin striping, Harley-Davidson dealers, jewelry, leather sewing, Sturgis souvenirs, plus a variety of other products. Continued on Page 23

25 23 Tomahawk Fall Ride 2018 ACTIVITIES Events Continued from Page 22 Official HOG Pin Stop Only open during demo fleet. Children s area Kiddie bikes for riding, hosted by Christian Motorcyclists Association. Food vendors Variety of food items, refreshments. Raffle bike winner, Fun Run and other prizes Drawings begin 5 p.m. Harley-Davidson Tour Open house Harley-Davidson plant tour at 426 E. Somo Ave. facility from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. See H-D components painted and pin striped. No charge. Must be 12 or older and wear fully-enclosed shoes. State Patrol demonstration at 2 p.m. Nokomis Community Park Bubba s Big Party. Vending show, free to public until 5 p.m. Live music, swap meet with ethnic food court, classic car and hot rod show, lawn mower and bar stool races, helicopter tours, pancake breakfast to benefit Nokomis Fire Department. Saturday Evening Activities Downtown Street Dances West Wisconsin Avenue, downtown Tomahawk: West end stage, Hyde, 7-11 p.m., East end stage, Rising Phoenix, 6-10 p.m.; Non-profit food vendors. Bubba s Big Party at Nokomis Community Park Tallan Nobel Latz, 6-9 p.m., Dawn Marie, 9-9:30 p.m., Little Texas, 9:30-11 p.m., Dawn Marie, 11-11:30 p.m., Almost Famous, 11:30 p.m.-close. Numerous other events and music venues throughout the day. See ads and Live Music Listing on Pages 18 & 19. Sunday, Sept. 16 Nokomis Community Park Bubba s Big Party. (See related ad and story.) Some activities listed here may change due to later developments. Check for updates, information, and pictures from the 2018 Fall Ride on the Tomahawk Leader newspaper website This official guide also is posted there for easy reference. For information about places to stay, dine and shop now or in the future, visit the Leader s business and event directory at

26 24 37th Annual Tomahawk Fall Ride 2018 at SARA Park to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association 25 September 13 15, 2018 List of Daily Activities at SARA Park and Harley-Davidson Plant: Thursday, September 13, :00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Raffle Bike Ticket Sales Win a 2018 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic motorcycle or a second place prize of a 1 week getaway! Merchandise Vendor Displays & Sales Leather, clothing, motorcycle products, airbrushing, pin striping, Harley-Davidson dealers, jewelry, leather sewing, Sturgis souvenirs, plus a variety of other products. Food Vendors Refreshments Miller Beer products & Pepsi Products. Children s Area Activities for kids of all ages hosted by the Christian Motorcyclist Association. Official Fall Ride Merchandise Sales T-shirts, sweatshirts and 2018 Pins. Tomahawk Operations Harley-Davidson Merchandise Sweatshirts & T-shirts. Fun Runs Take a ride on one of the fun runs through the area to win prizes. Friday & Saturday, September 14 & 15 9:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. Raffle Bike Ticket Sales Win a 2018 Harley- Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic motorcycle or a second place prize of a 1 week getaway! Merchandise Vendor Displays & Sales Leather, clothing, motorcycle products, airbrushing, pin striping, Harley-Davidson dealers, jewelry, leather sewing, Sturgis souvenirs, plus a variety of other products. Food Vendors Refreshments Miller Beer Products & Pepsi products. Live Music 10:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Children s Area Activities for kids of all ages hosted by the Christian Motorcyclist Association. Official Fall Ride Merchandise Sales T-shirts, sweatshirts, and 2018 pins. Tomahawk Operations Harley-Davidson Merchandise Sweatshirts & T-shirts. HOG Pin Stop Official HOG event pin stop. Raffles - Buy tickets to win exciting prizes. Demo Fleet Take a ride on any one of the 2019 Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Registration 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Scavenger Hunt Explore SARA Park through a fun scavenger hunt to win prizes! This is an activity for people of all ages. Harley-Davidson Open House Tour the Somo Plant 10 a.m. 3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 14th 6 pm: Thunder Parade Saturday, Sept. 15th 5 pm: Bike Raffle Winner Announced Tomahawk Fall Ride at SARA Park All SARA Park proceeds benefit the local Muscular Dystrophy Association that serves North Central Wisconsin. MDA is leading the fight to free individuals and the families who love them from the harmful effects of muscular dystrophy, ALS and related muscle debilitating diseases that take away physical strength, independence and life. MDA100 FR18

27 26 FRIDAY NIGHT THUNDER PARADE at 6 P.M.: Everyone is encouraged to participate in the big, free Thunder Parade Friday night, Sept. 14. Arrive beginning at 4:30 p.m. at Tomahawk School District complex on King/School Road; no registration needed, lineup will use Elementary and Middle School parking lots. Kickstands up at 6 p.m. following blessing of bikes. Participants travel in a long caravan along an 18-mile route through the scenic countryside, winding up in downtown Tomahawk just before that night s Street Dances get underway. Come join the procession and wave as you pass thousands of onlookers along the route. See accompanying map. FUN RUNS: Here s a great way to support the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) and see the scenic Tomahawk area at the same time. Participate in a Fun Ride. Fun Runs start and end at SARA Park on West SCENIC RIDES CONTINUED ON PAGE 28 Terry & Donna Napierala WELCOME BIKERS TO Sure-Wood Forest Bar & Grill Serving Breakfast Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 8 - Noon Full Menu til close Homemade Soups All-u-Can Eat - Friday Fantail Shrimp Dinner All-u-Can Eat - Wings Fri. & Sat. Friday: To Be Announced Saturday: Tom is back from last year! stic Domeket c Bu als! Speci W4276 Sandy Lane Tomahawk County Hwy A East to South Pine Rd. FR18 PPD100

28 27 Downtown Tomahawk D D Parade End A Parade Route Road/ HWY D Tomahawk School District Complex King Rd onlookers along the way. Map Key Parade Start N 4 th St. THUNDER PARADE: Fall Ride attendees are invited to take part in the annual Thunder Parade Friday evening as the 18-mile route travels through the scenic countryside prior to concluding in downtown Tomahawk for the start of the Friday night Street Dance. Those taking part are encouraged to be at the Tomahawk School District complex on King Road, beginning at 4:30 p.m., in advance of the 6 p.m. departure. Typically hundreds of bikes take part, riding past cheering H A A A A Thunder Parade Route Map When: Friday, Sept. 14, 6 p.m. Where: 18-mile Thunder Parade leaves from the Tomahawk School District and concludes in the downtown to kick-off the Friday night Street Dance. H A

29 28 It s Going to on Fall Ride FRIDAY NIGHT, SEPTEMBER 14 AT PRAIRIE RAPIDS TAVERN PRAIRIE RAPIDS RD. TOMAHAWK, WI Tomahawk s Own is back to play your favorite rock music! DON T MISS THIS LONG-TIME FAVORITE LOCAL BAND SCENIC RIDES CONTINUED FROM PAGE 26 Somo Avenue. Check there for more information about registering, beginning at noon Thursday, Sept. 13, by purchasing a Fun Run card and a map of the routes. Take the self-guided rides as you choose, patronizing sponsors and getting your card stamped. Return your card to SARA Park by 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15. The drawing will take place right after the raffle bike is awarded about 5:30 p.m. There will be some fabulous prizes for finishers, organizer Roxanne Consolver notes. The money goes to MDA. Roxanne and her husband, Kelly, and friends, Steve and Barb Kubichek, ride the Fun Rides ahead of time to be certain they re safe and there are no surprises, including unexpected road construction. As motorcyclists themselves, they plan outings they are certain participants will enjoy. They also keep the three runs at manageable distances, knowing visitors also want to check out other activities at other venues. Roxanne says there s time to take in all three runs, with plenty of opportunity to still visit SARA Park, downtown Tomahawk and activities out at Nokomis Park, as desired. There will be three Fun Run routes this year named with Harley-Davidson colors: Chrome, Orange and Black. Each route averages miles. All rides start at SARA Park, West Somo Avenue the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) headquarters where you purchase a $10 card that you have stamped at participating Fun Run sponsors. Some of the sponsors this year are Harbor View in Phillips, Lake of the Torches in Lac du Flambeau, Z s Fork Horners in Gleason area, as well as Overboard near Merrill. There are several sponsors in between including Rivers Edge, Barry and Sherry s Town and Country, Willow Wood, Fritz s, Lake George campground, Wagner Oil and others still to be added for amazing scenic routes through the Northwoods. This year s rides head towards Phillips/Park Falls/Pier Willow areas; Rhinelander/ Minocqua areas; and in the Gleason/Merrill areas. For your Fun Run fee of $10 you will receive a card to be stamped, a route map with directions and a flyer complete with address, phone, hours of operation of the businesses and what to enjoy on your stop. Fun Runs raised $1,670 for MDA in Look for Fall Ride updates and photos FR18 TOM560

30 29 Blood Drive, Breakfast with a Vet VFW MASH theme honoring veterans Info tent, Swamp, Rosie s downtown By Kathy Tobin Tomahawk Leader Editor kathy@tomahawkleader.com Tomahawk s Wurl-Feind-Ingman VFW Post 2687 is presenting a MASH theme again this year as it takes to the streets as the overall planner for downtown events during the Tomahawk Fall Ride. The theme is particularly appropriate since the focus of the VFW s endeavors is veteran-based. MASH Blood Drive Back again is a MASH Blood Drive planned Friday, Sept. 14, between 8 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., in the upper hall at the VFW hall, 203 S. 4 th St. VFW Auxiliary member Pat Haskin got the idea from a MASH blood drive that s been held in Merrill for years. It, too, is through The Community Blood Center out of Appleton and relies on the assistance of VFW and Auxiliary members. Pancake Breakfast with a Vet The Tomahawk VFW invites everyone to a Pancake Breakfast with a Vet Thursday, Friday and Saturday of Fall Ride. Dine with veterans between 8 and 11 a.m. at the VFW hall. Included are pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausages, biscuits and gravy and beverage for $8. The event is a great way to share in commaraderie, and honor and recognize veterans, Haskin says. Anyone who donates blood at the MASH blood drive early enough in the day will receive a free breakfast. Downtown Events A VFW MASH command tent will be at the corner of West Wisconsin Avenue and South Second Street featuring veteran displays and information. One of the presentations will be about the Highground. There also will be information VFW Continued on Page 31 Welcome Fall Riders! ATM 24 Hr. Pay At The Pump Ice Bait Tackle Beer ~ Liquor ~ Groceries ~ Guns & Ammo NORTHWOODS STORE 9578 Hwy. K (corner of Hwy. 51 & Hwy. K, north of Tomahawk) Hours: Daily 6 a.m.- 7 p.m. FR18 NOR575

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32 31 VFW continued from Page 29 about Camp American Legion, the Never Forgotten Honor Flight, Wounded Warrior in Action Foundation, Disabled American Veterans (DAV) and the VFW. Friday night s Thunder Parade of bikers will wind its way through the backroads and end up downtown for the first of two nights of Street Dances. Cherry Pie will perform at the west end of Wisconsin Avenue from 7 to 11:30 p.m. and Vada s Rockhouse will be at the east end Friday from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Saturday night it s HYDE to the west from 7 to 11 p.m. and Rising Phoenix on the east end, from 6 to 10 p.m. Beer and soda will be served at the VFW s canteens The Swamp and Rosie s. Haskins notes the VFW invited non-profits to raise funds for their programs, with food courts on North Second and Third Streets. Bars and food stands will be open from noon to close. The VFW also urges visitors to ask about their 2016, 2017 and 2018 Veterans Fall Ride pin. (See this year s collectible.) This year s pin, shaped like a hatchet, honoring POWs and MIAs, was designed by Troy Franson. It sells for $5. Why Honor Veterans? A large percentage of motorcycle riders are veterans. It s the freedom of the open road that draws them, Haskin feels. So, the Fall Ride-veterans connection seems logical, she says. This is our community service, Haskin said of the VFW s involvement. She notes the event is not a fundraiser for the organization. It s actually a very costly event, she says. But as funds are raised to help ensure the event continues and becomes sustainable, some money also goes toward helping veterans. The need might be transportation or new teeth or food and shelter, Haskin indicates. It also offers a great educational opportunity for and about veterans, she says. What s nice, she adds, is that the Lincoln County Veterans Service Office helps get word of Tomahawk s big rally out nationally. Pat and her husband, Bill, a Vietnam veteran, have been riding motorcycles together for about 10 years. They converted a 1998 Harley-Davidson motorcycle to a threewheeler, when they became too old to throw their legs over a bike. She enjoys the unrestrained feeling of riding and being AARP members of a Wednesday night group that dines out and then rides about 75 miles. The fresh air puts you in touch with that free feeling, she offers. For information on the VFW and its Fall Ride activities, call and leave a message.

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34 33 AA, Alanon meetings listed Tomahawk AA meetings are held: Mondays, 7 p.m., St. Paul Lutheran Church, 12 E. Wisconsin Ave., (CS); Wednesdays, noon, Grace House (OD), W. Somo Ave. and Third St.; Fridays, 7:30 p.m., Grace House, W. Somo Ave. and Third St., (OD); Saturdays, 9 a.m., Grace Lutheran Church, 111 W. Washington (CBM); Sundays, 10:10 a.m., Grace House, W. Somo Ave. and Third St., (CD). AlAnon meetings are held: Mondays, 7 p.m., St. Paul Lutheran Church, 12 E. Wisconsin Ave.; Saturdays, 9 a.m., Grace Lutheran Church, 111 W. Washington Ave. AA Help Line, BY CHOICE HOTELS FREE Hot Breakfast Hot Tub & Pool Free Wi-Fi Laundry Facilities Available 1490 Lincoln St., Rhinelander, WI FR18 COM250 Complete Automotive Repairs Front End Alignment For Your Car Or Light Truck We Have Tires To Fit All Cars & Light Trucks 1612 N. Fourth St., Tomahawk, WI Call Or Stop In Today: Open Mon. - Fri. 8-5 We Provide Towing Service! FR18 CAL200 chipshamburgersmerrill.com HAMBURGERS WELCOME BIKERS! In conjunction with the Fall Ride a 10% discount given to anyone making a $1 00 or more donation to MDA E. 3rd St., Merrill FR18 CHI150

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36 35 Open House: Somo Facility, 426 E. Somo Ave. Harley-Davidson Tomahawk Operations will host its annual Open House from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 14, and Saturday, Sept. 15 with selfguided tours: See Harley-Davidson components being painted and pinstriped by state-of-the-art robotics. These parts are shipped to the York and Kansas City H-D Vehicle Operations facilities where they are used for final assembly on Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Factory tour participants must be at least 12 years of age and wear fully-enclosed shoes. See the Wisconsin State Patrol riding skills demonstration at 2 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Demo Rides & More: SARA Park, 900 W. Somo Ave. Demo rides featuring the complete lineup of new 2019 Harley-Davidson motorcycles (valid motorcycle license required) will be offered at SARA Park Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Purchase Muscular Dystrophy Association motorcycle raffle tickets. You could win a 2018 Electra Glide Ultra Classic motorcycle! Tickets are $5 each or five for $20. H-D Tomahawk Operations merchandise is available for purchase at SARA Park. Proceeds benefit MDA. About Harley-Davidson Fulfilling dreams of personal freedom is more than a phrase. It s our purpose and our passion. Since 1903, Harley-Davidson Motor Company has fulfilled dreams of personal freedom with cruiser, touring and custom motorcycles, riding experiences and events, and a complete line of Harley-Davidson motorcycle parts, accessories, general merchandise, riding gear and apparel. For more information, visit Harley-Davidson s website at About Tomahawk Operations Harley-Davidson Tomahawk Operations consists Somo Plant Continued on Page 37

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38 Somo Plant 37 Continued from Page 35 of two facilities, one on Kaphaem Road and one on Somo Avenue, which include 192,000 square feet on 96 acres. Employees at Tomahawk Operations produce components using an injection molding process and then the parts are painted by state-of-the-art robotics. Employees also produce windshields for Harley-Davidson motorcycles. The finished components are shipped to Harley-Davidson facilities in York, Penn., and Kansas City, Mo., and then assembled on Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Tomahawk Operations History The original plant in Tomahawk was purchased from Tomahawk Boat Manufacturing Co. in 1961, and Harley-Davidson began producing parts in In 1965, Tomahawk Operations became the sole supplier of the fiberglass parts including sidecar bodies, saddlebags and windshields. In 1995, the North Plant was added to accommodate increased production of sidecars, windshields and the painting of starter motors. Plant on Kaphaem Road In 2002, Harley-Davidson added a 60,000-squarefoot facility on Kaphaem Road. A few years later, a 35,000-square-foot addition was built to house injection-molding operations. Shortly after that, windshield operations also moved to the Kaphaem Road plant. In 2014, Tomahawk Operations started painting Hard Candy Custom parts. This complex painting process required a new, innovative sanding cell and work process. The following year also saw several new process developments, including a new silk screen machine, and a new router and state-of-the-art oven in the Windshield department. If your stomach is more than your motorcycle, it s time for... Subs Salads Soups Personal Pizzas - DINE IN OR TAKE OUT N. 4th St. (Bus. 51 N.) Tomahawk FR18 SUB200

39 38 By Kathy Tobin Tomahawk Leader Editor It takes a combined effort to the tune of up to $19,000 each year for contracted services and another $4,500 for local police to provide security just within the city limits during the Tomahawk Fall Ride, according to Tomahawk Police Chief Al Elvins. Tomahawk hires additional officers to assist as tens of thousands of motorcyclists converge on a city of some 3,300 for the multi-day event, typically Wednesday through Sunday. Mutual aid requests go out to the Lincoln County Sheriff s Office, and police with Merrill, Everest Metro, Rothschild, Marathon and possibly Antigo. All but the sheriff s crew must be paid for, Elvins noted. Visiting law enforcement work in two-person teams, with floaters. Food is provided at City Hall during breaks, Elvins noted. The Tomahawk VFW, which is overseeing downtown events, has donated $1,500 toward meals and wages, it was indicated. The VFW also will bring in members of a criminal justice club from Nicolet College to work around barricade areas, reminding those enjoying activities including the evening street dances that open intoxicants are not allowed out of the designated areas. All are in recruit school, Elvins said. They don t do any actual policing or arrests, he noted. West Wisconsin Avenue will be closed down between 11 a.m. and midnight Friday and Saturday, with cars directed to park elsewhere so there s no co-mingling with bikes, Elvins indicated. Open intoxicants will be allowed in designated areas between 5 p.m. and midnight Friday and noon to midnight Saturday. With the added manpower, in theory one shouldn t have to go a block or block and a half (downtown) without seeing an officer, Elvins has said. The chief encourages caution by the motorcyclists and residents. Do errands early if you want to avoid the crowds, and just be patient, he advised. Know the cyclists tend to go through stop signs in packs, he added. Remember, he said, Fall Ride only happens once a year. A bike owner himself, Elvins used to be a police motorcycle officer. These days he rides for pleasure, not for purpose. It s fun. It s enjoyable the two-wheel therapy, he noted. Sausage Bacon Scrambled Eggs Biscuits & Gravy SATURDAY & SUNDAY FROM 8 AM TO 11:30 AM Specials on Bloody Marys! Ten Point Bar & Grill 3983 Harshaw Road Harshaw, WI Just North of Tomahawk FR18 PPD100

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41 40 Fall Ride dates back to 1982 From Tomahawk Leader Files A group of 21 North Country Riders Motorcycle Club members getting together in October 1982 is the official inauguration of the Tomahawk Fall Ride. Money raised went to a charity, although not to the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). Harley-Davidson, Inc. and the Harley Owners Group came onboard in 1983 when about 300 riders on 160 motorcycles took part in an Oct mile ride along Lincoln County backroads. Afterwards, they were treated to free beer, brats and door prizes at the Tomahawk Harley- Davidson plant. Some $350 was raised for MDA Harley- Davidson s charity of choice through a $2 registration fee. In hope of more favorable motorcycling weather, the event was moved to early September in About 1,200 people on 676 cycles enjoyed the day, raising $3,200 for MDA. The Fall Ride moved permanently to SARA Park in Attendance estimates soared to 5,000 people that year and donations to MDA neared $10,000. The popular bike raffle was added a year later. A 1990 Harley-Davidson Sportster was the first cycle given away and was won by a Merrill man. In its 10 th year in 1991, the Thunder Parade rumbled for the first time through the streets of Tomahawk. An estimated 4,000 riders attended, even in pouring rain. Organizers upped the ante on the raffle bike, offering a new Big Twin FLHS Electra Glide Sport. More than $20,000 was raised for MDA. The brand new Tomahawk Harley-Davidson North Plant opened for tours during the 1995 Fall Ride. The crowd was estimated to be about 13,000 strong at its Saturday peak. All 30,000 raffle tickets were sold and the total donation to

42 37 TH YEAR Continued on Page MDA topped $80,000. A green and gold raffle bike personally autographed by Green Bay Packers Coach and Harley-Davidson enthusiast Mike Holmgren commemorated the Packers Super Bowl championship in The donation to MDA topped $100,000, with more than $67,000 raised from the bike raffle alone. Attendance estimates hovered around 30,000 people and 15,000 motorcycles. About 1,600 riders participated in the Fun Runs and 1,000 rode in the Thunder Parade. A downtown street dance following the parade Friday night was added to the list of weekend activities. The Fall Ride s 20 th anniversary was observed in The event helped observe the opening of the State Hwy. 51 four-lane bypass. For the first time, two raffle bikes were featured with a grand prize Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic and a second place Sportster. An estimated 4,000 bikes rode in the Thunder Parade which followed the northbound lanes of Hwy. 51, the highway s first traffic. A candlelight vigil was held as many bikers paused to honor those who died just a few days earlier in the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks in New York City, Washington, D.C., and Pennsylvania. Harley-Davidson, the parent firm, marked its 100 th anniversary in big fashion in Milwaukee in The celebration also was noted at Tomahawk s 2003 Fall Ride as Harley-Davidson s Tomahawk Operations marked its own important milestone 40 years of being an integral part of FR-18 REM300

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44 43 37 TH YEAR Continued from Page 41 the company and the Tomahawk community. A Blind Ride was offered for the first time during which the Tomahawk Lions Club and Northern Lights Harley Owners Group (HOG) took 14 visually-impaired people on the 18-mile Thunder Parade. Local MDA donations totaled $112,000. Perfect motorcycling weather Sept , 2004, pulled in an estimated 40,000 people and 20,000 motorcycles. Some $160,000 was raised for MDA, including $75,000 from raffle bike sales. Celebrating its 25 th milestone in 2006, the Tomahawk Fall Ride saw a record 45,000 visitors to the city with about $141,000 raised for MDA. A ceremony commemorated the quarter century milestone of the Ride at the Tomahawk Post Office with the unveiling of the first day cancellation of the 25-year anniversary Tomahawk Fall Ride cancel. The Tomahawk Downtown Business Council, Tomahawk Post Office and Tomahawk Leader teamed up to present one-of-a-kind 2007 Tomahawk Fall Ride collector items: two postcards, a limited-edition Fall Ride stamp and a special one-day motorcycle pictorial cancellation dated Sept. 14, The hosting community was in a bit of a funk in 2010 despite the excitement over welcoming our motorcycle friends. Our local Harley-Davidson plant had just finished a union vote that would help keep the company in Tomahawk and Wisconsin, and we were only weeks away from the closure of Veterans Memorial Bridge for removal and total reconstruction. The latter proved to be a financial burden on the community as well as an inconvenience for the next nine months. The bridge reopened and additional roadwork on North Fourth Street was timed for completion just before the 2011 Fall Ride. The rumble was back in the air and spirits were high as Tomahawk s Fall Ride s 30 th anniversary was celebrated. Dairyland Cycle Insurance became the official event sponsor in 2014, committing a $12,000 donation each of three years, plus promoting the Tomahawk event through billboards in large market areas around the state and mailings to Dairyland policy-holders as well as additional support and subsequent large donations to MDA. Wurl-Feind-Ingman VFW Post 2687 declared 2016 the Year of the Veteran, taking over the downtown Tomahawk portion of event planning during the 35 th anniversary observance. A MASH theme from the TV series was the focus of added enthusiasm, with a Command Center tent, and MASH look-alike, trivia and business window decorating contests, along with an emphasis on involving veterans in an even bigger Thunder Parade. Those proceeds supported veterans causes including the Never Forgotten Honor Flight and Wounded Warriors in Action Foundation, with MDA the continued focus at SARA Park, through the bike raffle and by other supporters. A VFW MASH blood drive was added in And, the Big Party lived on at Nokomis Community Park in memory of founder Bubba Troutman, who died in April of that year at age 63.

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48 47 We who live in Tomahawk year-round feel truly blessed by our surroundings and we re excited to share them with visitors whenever possible. So, we re glad you ve come and have a chance to look around. We are known for our scenic lakes and vast woods. We also are recognized for our strong work ethic, excellent medical and educational facilities, and those endless recreational opportunities. We re also known for our can-do attitude and our acts of compassion for those in need. Tomahawk really is a great place to live, work, visit and ultimately retire. So, enjoy your time at this year s Tomahawk Fall Ride and please keep us in mind when planning your next vacation or brief getaway. Consider us, too, for your business venture (Tomahawk Main Street in downtown, and the Tomahawk Chamber would gladly put you in touch with the right people to make it happen). Here are some tidbits you might not know: Tomahawk was founded by William H. Bradley in The city was incorporated in The Kwahamot Water Ski Club entertaining since 1961 provides free summer ski shows three times a week between Memorial Day and Labor Day. By the way, Kwahamot is Tomahawk spelled backwards. Our free Venison Feed the Friday in November just before the opening of the gun deer season is the only one of its kind in the country. We close down a portion of downtown, pull out the grills and serve free venison burgers to all who attend. You ll note that Tomahawk also closes down West Wisconsin Avenue in downtown for the Fall Ride Thunder Parade and Friday and Saturday night Street Dances. We like holding events right on our Main Street. Our July 4 th Pow Wow Days celebration includes a parade and water fights downtown and is a huge can t-be-missed reunion-like celebration. And, a few weeks ago we held our 11 th annual Thrilla On The Grilla barbecued ribs festival, once again pulling grills out on the main thoroughfare in town. Timm s Hill, a short distance from here off Hwy. 86, is the highest geographic point in Wisconsin. It s a scenic ride you would enjoy. To find out more about Tomahawk and to keep in touch the rest of the year, consider subscribing to the Tomahawk Leader newspaper. An Online Edition link is available at or call We will be posting Fall Ride pictures in the online Photo Album and run them in the newspaper. And, we d love to hear about you where you re from and how long you ve been coming to Tomahawk s big event. Please send your comments to news@tomahawkleader.com.

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50 12 21 COUNTY Y ROAD COUNTY L ROAD COUNTY A ROAD North 51 to North Minocqua/Hazelhurst CITY OF TOMAHAWK 23 Lake Mohawksin MDA Headquarters Here 10 SARA 12 Park Bradley Park Ministry Sacred Heart Hospital, Part of Ascension Harley-Davidson plant tours here Hwy Somo 10 Plant Tomahawk School District, Thunder Parade Begins Here Merrill 7 51 SPRUCE AV Comfort Dr Kaphaem Rd Kaphaem Plant South 27 Wausau West 19 Advertisers Locations: 1. A&J Sports Bar & Grill 2. American Legion/Auxiliary 3. Billy Bob s 4. Bonnie & Clyde Gangster Park 5. bp/mcdonald s 6. Bubba s Big Tribute Party 7. Chip s 8. Great Lakes Foods 9. Happy Snapper 10. Harley-Davidson, Tomahawk 11. Jailhouse Saloon 12. Kelley Castle 13. Knot Haus 14. Kracker Barrel 15. Lake of Torches Casino 16. Lincoln County Cycles 17. Mary s Hangout 18. MDA SARA Park Headquarters 19. Mr. Scott s 20. Northwoods Harley-Davidson 21. Prairie Rapids Tavern 22. Riiser s R-Store 23. Samuel Pressure Vessel Group 24. Subway 25. Sure-Wood Forest Bar & Grill 26. The Edge 27. The Office 28. Tomahawk/Woodruff Appliance 29. Tomahawk Leader 30. Tomahawk Main Street 31. Tomahawk Shell 32. Tomahawk Sports Center 33. Trig s 34. US Bank 35. VFW 36. Wildthings Fur Company

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