MAPLE CITY WINGS GWRRA Region D Michigan Chapter W ADRIAN, MICHIGAN Bob & Marcia Kinsey We want to remind everyone about our new location for our gatherings it is located in the old American Legion building located on W. Maple the parking area is located behind the building off River St. The day and times have not changed second Sunday of the month and 8:30 am for ticket sales, socializing, coffee and doughnuts. Gathering will begin at 9:00 am. We think everyone will enjoy the extra room we have there. The Family Kitchen was very nice to allow us to have our gatherings there for the past few months and we want to continue to support them by having a dinner ride or a breakfast after our gatherings occasionally. Well another Toy Run has passed and we want to thank everyone who stepped up to help. Scott and Sherri have done such a good job for the last 4 years but they Chapter W! 2012 Michigan Chapter of the Year! Monthly Gatherings Join us at our next monthly gathering at Spirited Art! Spirited Art is located at: 543 W. Maple Ave. Adrian, MI (Enter lot off of River St.) Our Monthly Gathering is held the 2nd Sunday of the Month. 8:30am for social time, coffee & doughnuts. Come and enjoy the camaraderie of your fellow GWRRA Members and our Chapter W Family! Our next Gathering is October 11th with a Ride After Gold Wing Road Riders Association Friends for Fun, Safety and Knowledge! are ready to step back and let someone else take over. We always have good participation from all our chapter members so the biggest part of organizing the event is the route and now we have to secure a location for next year, so if you have any ideas please let us know. If anyone would like to consider being next year s Toy Run Coordinator let us know we will help in any way we can. This summer has just flown by I can t believe that fall is upon us already but to tell the truth I prefer the fall just wish it lasted longer. The fall colors here in Michigan are so beautiful and the crisp air is perfect for a bike riding. Dick and Karen have led a color ride for several years and I m sure the ride they have planned for this year will be a beautiful ride. Ken has all the dates and times on our calendar so check it out and plan to ride. We also want to thank everyone that has taken a Month for dinner rides this year we have been able to go to a few new places and that is always fun. If you know of a good restaurant and think it would be a good place for a Wed. night ride let us know we are always looking for something new. The time is approaching to decide who will be honored as our Couple of The Year, if you have any suggestions please let us know we want your suggestions. Also tell us why you think they should be considered as C.O.Y. 2016. Bob & Marcia Kinsey, Chapter W CD s & Michigan District Couple of the Year 2015 Page 1
2015 MI-W Couple of the Year Kent & Annette Naugle Directors of GWRRA Ray & Sandy Garris director@gwrra.org Region D Directors Lloyd & Becky Glydewell lglydewell@att.net Region D Couple of the Year 15-16 Chuck & Melanie Geggie Michigan District Directors Bob & Kim Scott bobscott@ejourney.com (989) 429-9144 Michigan District Educator Richard Andreen (810) 834-9125 Assistant District Directors Southeast Section Bob & Nancy Natter (734) 421-8250 2015 Michigan Couple of the Year Bob & Marcia Kinsey 2012 Michigan Chapter of the Year The Chapter W TEAM Chapter Directors Bob & Marcia Kinsey (517) 458-6807 Assistant Chapter Directors Fred & Randa Probst (517) 424-8241 Chapter Educator TBA Secretary Pat Szymanski (517) 263-4196 Treasurer Deb Bailey (517) 436-3735 Membership Enhancement TBA Newsletter Editor Ken Kintner (517) 902-9893 W-News Reporter Suzy Stoddard (517) 263-7754 Brag Book Beth DeLine (517) 263-1550 Sunshine Person Karen Papworth (517) 451-8435 Goodies Dick & Karen Papworth (517) 451-8435 Awards, Plaques, Pins Dan Bailey (517) 436-3735 Chapter/District Ticket Sales Kent & Annette Naugle (517) 423-7884 Fun Fairy TBD Public Relations TBA 2015 Toy Run Coordinators Scott & Sherrie Griewahn (517) 263-6008 Ride Coordinator Cal DeLine (517) 263-1550 Road Captains: Cal & Beth DeLine (517) 263-1550 Scott & Sherri Griewahn (517) 263-6008 Ken & Patti Kintner (517) 902-9893 Kent & Annette Naugle (517) 423-7884 Dick & Karen Papworth (517) 451-8435 Fred & Randa Probst (517) 424-8241 Ed Philo (517) 605-0417 Dave & Bev Seeburger (517) 436-3391 Craig & Tanya White (517) 263-3510 Show YOUR Chapter Pride! Need Chapter Shirts? Call Vicki Philo 605-0592 Page 2
Submitted by Susy Stoddard RIDER ED GIMME 5 State Motorcycle helmet use governs: Does the motorcycle helmet law cover all low-power cycles? Bicycle helmet use governs: Alabama all riders yes 15 and younger Alaska 17 and younger yes no law Arizona 17 and younger some no law Arkansas 20 and younger yes no law California all riders yes 17 and younger Colorado 17 and younger and passengers 17 and younger yes no law Connecticut 17 and younger yes 15 and younger Delaware 18 and younger some 17 and younger District of Columbia all riders some 15 and younger Florida 20 and younger some 15 and younger Georgia all riders some 15 and younger Hawaii 17 and younger some 15 and younger Idaho 17 and younger some no law Illinois no law no law no law Indiana 17 and younger yes no law Iowa no law no law no law Kansas 17 and younger some no law Kentucky 20 and younger some no law Louisiana all riders yes 11 and younger Maine 17 and younger some 15 and younger Maryland all riders some 15 and younger Massachusetts all riders yes 1 16 (riding with children younger than 1 prohibited) Michigan 20 and younger some no law Minnesota 17 and younger yes no law Mississippi all riders yes no law Missouri all riders some no law Montana 17 and younger some no law Nebraska all riders yes no law Nevada all riders some no law New Hampshire no law no law 15 and younger New Jersey all riders yes 16 and younger New Mexico 17 and younger some 17 and younger Page 3
Submitted by Susy Stoddard RIDER ED GIMME 5 New Mexico 17 and younger some 17 and younger New York all riders some 1 13 (riding with children younger than 1 prohibited) North Carolina all riders yes 15 and younger North Dakota 17 and younger yes no law Ohio 17 and younger yes no law Oklahoma 17 and younger some no law Oregon all riders yes 15 and younger Pennsylvania 20 and younger some 11 and younger Rhode Island 20 and younger some 15 and younger South Carolina 20 and younger yes no law South Dakota 17 and younger yes no law Tennessee all riders yes 15 and younger Texas 20 and younger some no law Utah 17 and younger yes no law Vermont all riders some no law Virginia all riders some no law Washington all riders yes no law West Virginia all riders some 14 and younger Wisconsin 17 and younger some no law Wyoming 17 and younger some no law Information taken from iihs.gov December, 2011. Please check for current state laws before traveling. Page 4
Submitted by Ken Kintner Season is winding down... But WAIT! There is still time for a few great rides including the color ride after the October gathering. So don t think about putting the bike to bed for the winter just yet. We had a great time at the Michigan Rally in Evart that started with a dinner ride to a place in the middle of nowhere it seemed. With great food and they somehow got us all in and out in a very reasonable time. They had all you can eat fish that was served up family style. The coleslaw was great too. With the great weather we had all the guided rides were well attended. It was great to see chapter W well represented as we watched Bob & Marcia receive a clock and a thank you for being our great District Couple of the Year for 2015. Chapter C has changed their meeting time to the 1st Tuesday of the month at The Little Brown Jug located at 7697 Blue Bush Road Maybee, MI They meet for dinner at 6:30pm and the meeting is at 7:30. Chapter W is changing the location of our monthly gathering. Starting in October we will meet at a hall located at Spirited Art 543 W. Maple Ave. (Parking Lot entrance is off of River Street) There is a map link on the district and chapter website. Don t miss the October gathering to checkout this new space. Coffee & Doughnuts starting at 8:30am & Meeting at 9am. Hopefully we will have great weather for a color ride after the gathering lead by Dick & Karen Papworth. Hope to see you all soon! Ken Kintner, NL Editor Page 5
August 12th - Patriot Pub & Grill August 26th - El Chaps in Wauseon Page 6
Continued September 2nd - Kold Keg in Swanton August 15th - River Raisin Marina & Campground in Monroe Page 7
Continued... Page 8
Evart, Michigan August 20-22, 2015 6 of Michigan s Newest Beavers from Chapter W! Beaver Breeding is alive and well in Michigan. Welcome Jim & Penny Morrison, Don & brenda Garner and Roscoe & Judy Ward to this elite group! Someone was in a dark room with me... Page 9
Evart, Michigan August 20-22, 2015 Old Time Baseball Game in Evart Patti facilitated the Couple of the Year Get Together Craig & Tanya White had a packed room for their Rider Ed Seminar Riding Mountains, Hills & Curves Page 10
Evart, Michigan August 20-22, 2015 Patti aka Vanna White & Marcia helped with the Rider Ed drawings Don t eat cake with BLACK frosting! Page 11
Evart, Michigan August 20-22, 2015 Having FUN at Closing Ceremony! Ken Kuiper from Chapter A snapped a shot of W enjoying food at an unknown location. Thanks to all who shared their photos on Facebook! Craig & Tanya White and Larry Pooh Bear Reiner had left when this picture was taken but we had a great participation from Chapter W! And GREAT FUN in Evart! Page 12
Evart, Michigan August 20-22, 2015 All lined up for the Light Parade! Page 13
Farmer s Market Pavilion Downtown Adrian September 13th 2015 Thank You Mr. David Atkinson aka Mr. Innocent Page 14
Farmer s Market Pavilion Downtown Adrian September 13th 2015 THANKS TO: The City of Adrian for letting us use the Farmer s Market Pavilion on short notice at no charge! Page 15
Farmer s Market Pavilion Downtown Adrian September 13th 2015 The cow kicked Nelly in the belly in the barn... After the Toy Run we were all sitting around waiting for the trailer to come so that we could load up the tables & chairs. Karen decided it was a good time to sing. If you would like to see the video click the link or go to this website! https://youtu.be/y48idy8unna Page 16
GWRRA Michigan Chapter W October Events 10/11-9am Chapter W Gathering 8:30 Social Time Coffee & Doughnuts Color Ride After Dick & Karen Lead Location CHANGE! 543 W. Maple Ave. Parking off River Street This the last month for dinner rides leaving from Family Kitchen at 6pm for this riding season. Starting in November call your RSVP to the person on the calendar and meet at the restaurant at 6pm. Chapter Directors Bob & Marcia Kinsey (517) 458-6807 Assistant Chapter Directors Fred & Randa Probst (517) 424-8241 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 GATHERING Color Ride 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Fred Probst JR s Brooklyn Oriental Sizzling Boot Jack Tavern 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Don & Susie Buffalo Wild Wings Dan & Deb DINNER RIDES Selected by: Ken & Patti Kintner Rides leave FAMILY KITCHEN parking lot at 6:00 pm If you are joining at restaurant CALL 902-9893 reservation to B4 5:00pm October 7th - JR s Hometown Grill & Pub - 11551 Brooklyn Rd. - Brooklyn, MI October 14th - Oriental Sizzling - 1426 W. Chicago Blvd. - Tecumseh, MI October 21st - Boot Jack Tavern - 735 Manitou Rd. - Manitou Beach MI October 28th - Buffalo Wild Wings - 125 US 223 - Adrian, MI (Last Month for Group Rides leaving Family Kitchen) Jim & Penny October Birthdays 10/20 Fred Probst October Anniversaries 10/3 Jim & Penny Morrison 10/28 Don & Susie Stoddard 10/30 Dan & Deb Bailey
GATHERING Veterans Day GWRRA Michigan Chapter W November Events 11/7 9am-4pm Fall Officer Meeting K of C Hall Gladwin, MI 11/8 9am Chapter W Gathering 8:30 Social Time Coffee & Doughnuts 543 W. Maple Ave. Parking off River Street BRING IN NON PERISHABLE FOOD FOR FOOD PANTRY Social Time 8:30 11th Veterans Day 27th Thanksgiving Day Chapter Directors Bob & Marcia Kinsey (517) 458-6807 Assistant Chapter Directors Fred & Randa Probst (517) 424-8241 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Dianne Marsh 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Gary Griewahn Sherrie Griewahn Basil Boys Country House Fiesta Rachera Judy Ward Dick & Karen Papworth DINNER RIDES Selected by: Jim & Penny Morrison PLEASE RSVP by 5pm TO: Jim 902-3862 or Penny 902-3927 Meet us at the Restaurant 6pm now till May! Fall Officer Meeting Paul Sibson November 4th - Basil Boys - 125 W. Chicago Blvd. - Tecumseh November 11th - Danley s Country House - 8495 N. Adrian Hwy. - Tecumseh November 18th - Fiesta Ranchera - 1675 E. US 223 - Adrian November 25th - HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVE! Maple City Wings November Birthdays 11/4 Sherrie Griewahn 11/6 Judy Ward 11/8 Dianne Marsh 11/10 Gary Griewahn 11/28 Paul Sibson November Anniversaries 11/14 - Dick & Karen Papworth
Please take pictures of Bikes, Rides, Dinner Rides anything GWRRA! And please post them on the Maple City Wings facebook page. Not on facebook? Send them to Ken Kintner via email or text! Ken will post them on facebook so they can be used in the newsletter and Brag Book! Important Dates for Upcoming Events! NATIONAL EVENTS September 3rd - 6th 2015 - WING DING 37 - Huntsville, Alabama REGION D EVENTS July 23-25 REGION D RALLY/Convention Jay County Fairgrounds - Portland, Indiana MICHIGAN DISTRICT EVENTS August 20-22 MICHIGAN DISTRICT RALLY - Fairgrounds in Evart, MI CHAPTER W & Area Events Wednesday Night Dinner Rides (see calendar) October 4 J Gathering 3pm October 6 C Gathering 6:30pm October 10 S2 Gathering 10am October 11 Chapter W Gathering NEW LOCATION Color Ride After Gathering Dick & Karen Lead October 27 H2 Gathering 6:30pm November 7 Fall Officer Meeting - Gladwin K of C Hall November 8 Chapter W Gathering - 8:30 Social Time 9am meeting (For more information on region & district events go to the events page on the Michigan District Website.) www.gwrra-mi.org Page 19
G.W.R.R.A. of Michigan, Chapter W Ken & Patti Kintner 820 Toledo Street Adrian, MI 49221 GUEST COPY Directors Ray & Sandi Garris Region D Directors Lloyd & Becky Glydewell District Directors Bob & Kim Scott District Educator Rick Andreen The Gold Wing Road Riders Association Friends for Fun Safety and Knowledge! Region D C.O.Y. Chuck & Melanie Geggie Michigan District C.O.Y. Bob & Marcia Kinsey Assistant District Directors Southeast Section Bob & Nancy Natter Chapter W Newsletter Team Chapter Directors Bob & Marcia Kinsey Assistant CDs Fred & Randa Probst Chapter Educator TBA Membership Enhancement Coordinator TBA Newsletter Editor Ken Kintner