Gold Wing Road Riders Association, Inc.

Chapter WA-B Bremerton, WA.

New Member Orientation Guide

Updated: December 2007

Chapter WA-B the BEEE’s

Table of contents

GWRRA Information

1. Welcome 1 2. General Membership and Support Information 1 3. Wing Ding History 2

Chapter Information

4. WA-B Chapter History 3 5. WA-B Chapter Recognition 4 6. Organization and Staff 5 to 7 7. WA-B Chapter Events 8 8. WA-B Special Events 9 &10 9. 10. Ride Card 10 11. Sample of the Ride card 11 12. Membership/ Sponsorship Program 12 13. Membership Questionnaire 12

Rider Education

14. Rider Education 13 15. T-Clock 14 16. Hand Signals 15 17. Entering Highway from on-ramp & Lane Change 16 18. Staggered file formation & Single file formation 17 19. Single lane pass & Parking lot / Pull off 18 20. Passenger Syndrome 19

Information on Other Chapter’s

21. “Who, What, Where & Why” 20

Forms

22. GWRRA MEMBER’S REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE AND/OR CHANGE OF STATUS 23. Rider Education Questionaire 24. Rider Education Program levels (1-3) N-14 25. Rider Education Program level 4 N-16 26. Rider Education Program levels Data update form N-17 27. Membership Questionnaire sheet

Welcome to Chapter B

Home of the BEEEEE

OUR SUCCESS IS MEASURED BY YOU……….

So beeeee informed, beeeee involved

GWRRA MEMBERSHIP AND SUPPORT

Members will receive a “Gold Wing Road Riders Association, Inc. NEW MEMBER Orientation Guide“ at their first meeting. (If you need more copies you can find it on the GWRRA National Web Site.)

In this Guide they will find: A Welcome History Benefits Structure and Organization Membership Categories Chapter Life Apparel (Vests, Pins, and Patches) Rallies Terminology Closing.

It is important to remember that GWRRA has members, Chapters have participants. Chapter membership is considered non-existent. A Chapter is composed of PEOPLE, not a plot of land and therefore, GWRRA makes every attempt not to dwell on an individual’s “home chapter” and the members and guests make their own decisions as the Chapters they wish to support. The members belong to every Chapter that exists within GWRRA. Chapters do not receive any funds or portions of your membership fees and relay solely on the continued participation of the GWRRA members at their meetings for 50/50 drawing, raffles, etc. so once again our success is measured by your participation. So get out there and get involved in the fun. WE ARE GLAD THAT YOU ARE WITH US…it will beeeee memorable!!!!!

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WING DING

Throughout this package you are going to see a lot of activities hosted by ourselves, other Chapter, District Staff, and Regional Staff. But let’s not forget the biggest event of all sponsored by GWRRA. WING DING!!!! If you have never been to a Wing Ding…you have no idea what you are missing. Wing Ding is a nationwide rally held during the first week of July (2nd through 5th) complete with vendors, training seminars, bike show, skill events, rides, light parade, drill team performances, National Couple of the Year competition, Chapter challenges, people games, opening/ closing ceremonies, 50/50, talent show, grand prizes, etc., etc. etc. An average of 11,000 Gold Wingers attend this rally every year. It is by far the rally of all rallies. On average, 1,400 bikes participate in the light parade. That’s lots of bikes!!!! That’s a lot of fun!!! The most striking feature of a Wing Ding is how much like a family reunion is it. Gold Wingers are anxious to get to know each other and there is always a new face to meet and great memories to take home. One of the next best features of a Wing Ding is the location changes every year bringing a different flavor of the country. This also brings a rally closer to our neck of the woods every couple of years. The following sites have hosted as Wing Ding.

Year Location 1979 Phoenix, Arizona 1980 Phoenix, Arizona 1981 Phoenix, Arizona 1982 Steamboat Springs, Colorado 1983 Steamboat Springs, Colorado 1984 Lake of the Ozark, Mississippi 1985 Knoxville, Tennessee 1986 Santa Clara, California 1987 Knoxville, Tennessee 1988 Snowmass/Aspen, Colorado 1989 Madison, Wisconsin 1990 Knoxville, Tennessee 1991 Tulsa, Oklahoma 1992 Madison, Wisconsin 1993 Louisville, Kentucky 1994 Albuquerque, New Mexico 1995 Greenville, South Carolina 1996 Madison, Wisconsin 1997 Billings, Montana 1998 Huntsville, Alabama 1999 Springfield, Missouri 2000 Billings, Montana 2001 Greenville, South Carolina 2002 Fort Wayne, Indiana 2003 Madison, Wisconsin 2004 Grapevine, Texas 2005 Fort Wayne, Indiana 2006 Nashville, Tennessee 2007 Billings, Montana

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General Chapter Information

CHAPTER HISTORY

21 Gold Wing enthusiasts from Bremerton, Port Orchard, Gig Harbor, Union, Tacoma, Puyallup and Clallum Bay attented the first Chapter B meeting at the Holiday Inn in Bremerton on January 18,1981. Bob Merriman, the catalyst behind establishing the state’s second Chapter was riding a black, 1978 GL 1000 at the time assumed the position of Area Representative (now referred to as Chapter Director). Bob and Doris began the new Chapter with 38 Charter Members and work diligently to accumulate over 200 active members by the end of the year. With their energy they made Chapter B the Chapter that set the pace for the rest of the state. If there was a plaque or trophy to be won, Chapter B took it home. It was not uncommon to find Bob leading a pack of f 20-30 bikes off to a rally.

On December 12th of that year, they hosted the first annual Christmas Gathering at the VFW Hall in Bremerton with the promise of food, music and good friendship. A $10.00 ticket got you a feast of top sirloin steak, baked potato, vegetable, and salad. Unfortunately we had to raise the price to around $15.00 per ticket, but after 17 years we still have an annual Christmas Party that offers food, music, and good friendship.

On May 1, 1983 Bob kicked off the first Chapter B Benefit Run for the Handicapped Children. A one-day event complete with a drill team performance by the Seattle Cossacks and a street dance. The $7.00 donation provided a opportunity for chance at the grand prize- a new motorcycle. Attendence wasn’t the difficult part of the rally, convincing Holly Ridge to be the recipient of the profits was the obstacle. Seems they weren’t quite sure what to make of the motorcycle organization. The run was proclaimed “Washington Governor’s Run” in 1985 by the Governor Booth Gardner due to its huge success and growth as a charity event. In 1995, the event expanded to two full days and has raised total contribution over the last 23 years exceeds $245,000.00. In 1998 the event was renamed “Bob Merriman Memorial Washington Governor’s Run” in honor of Bob who passed away in August of 1997. The donation had to be raised to $25.00, but Bob’s dream of the best rally in the northwest ever still lives true. The following director’s have met that challenged of keeping this the best Chapter ever… Bob & Doris Merriman January 1982 – 1986 BJ & Kit Lyman 1987 – 1988 John Christ 1989 – 1990 Randy Wilson 1990 – 1991 Ken & Joyce Amos 1/1991 – 9/1993 Will Street 9/1993 – 5/1995 Dave Bartelheim 5/1995 – 5/1997 Glen Van Wyk 5/1997 – 9/1998

Eric & Mona Carlson 9/1998 - 9/2000 Scott Caldwell 9/2000 - 5/2001 Mike & Bijou White 5/2001 - 6/2001 Dave Westcott 6/2001 – 3/2003 DJ & Cass Moore 3/2003 – 1/2004 Bob & Becky Minor 1/2004 – 6/2006 Doug & Jean Clark 6/2006 - current

….and while every neighboring chapter has “beeeee” roots, Chapter B is still wearing the color blue, sporting a Bee mascot, and is by far the chapter to be reckoned with. You will hear us arrive and know that we are there. For Bob…we intend to continue to be the Chapter known to be having fun and going strong!!!

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CHAPTER RECOGNITION

Every Chapter is represented by a “color” and a Mascot…..

Chapter B’s MASCOT, for somewhat obvious reason, is a “bee” – a big, fat, happy bumble bee. Many of us, much to our children’s dismay, proudly wear our bee gloves, bee slippers, bee pins, and bee outfits, etc. At our campsites we proudly display our bee lights, bee windsocks, bee signs, bee doormat, etc. We Have a Mascot “BUZZ” who occasionally takes off on the back of a motorcycle to visit other Chapters, he his own Chapter Visitation pin and is collecting Bars from all over.You will find the BEE Newsletter littered with “beeeee columns”, “from bee hive”, “beee-yond the driveway”, beee-Briefs”, “what would Beeeee” for sale, Hopefully, you received your first” Bee newsletter at your first meeting or off the web - trust us, it will Bee the first of many. Actually you might find your Beeeee collection cheaper than chrome!!!!

Our Chapter COLOR is Light-sky blue, which is represented by wearing a blue shirt under your BLACK GWRRA vest, a light blue baseball-type jacket, a light blue sweatshirt, windshield cover or Chapter flag.

• For: dresser” occasions we wear a button up dress shirt. Many of us have found a nice comfortable shirt at JCPennys. It is one of their standard lines (Stafford) and it is reasonably priced. - It appears they will carry it for quite awhile. They offer both long and short sleeves…just remember that GWRRA encourages long sleeves when riding, so some of us have some long & some short!!

• On a lighter side, a T-shirt or polo shirt serves the purpose. Ones with Chapter Logo available through the Chapter Store.

• Jackets are light/ medium weight satin, baseball type with the GWRRA and Chapter logo on them and have to “BEEEEE” special ordered through the Chapter Store and Prices vary depending on weight/size and availability.

• Many of us have blue Chapter flags and windshield covers for our bikes… but those are much harder to come by, as we generally have to relay on someone willing to dust off their sewing machines. But don’t hesitate to ask… if it isn’t in the Chapter Store, the storekeeper will “beee” able to direct you to the best source.

Generally, we wear our “colors” at just about every function – as do the other Chapters. “Wearing Colors” is a vital part of the camaraderie. Most GWRRA members wear a BLACK VEST “Leather or Linen (it cooler)” with their GWRRA patches, Chapter Rockers, and other events pins, rider education accomplishments, name tags, mementoes, etc. Of course the most important part of your vest is your NAMETAG, since most of us can remember what bike you ride.. We just can’t remember names to well!!! As for everything else, just about anything goes, however, GWRRA require that the National LOGO cannot be subordinate to any other patch. The only official back patch is the 10” National LOGO – which can be off set with chapter rockers identifying the Chapter, City and state. & The 4” Chest-type LOGO can also be off set by staff position designations.

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ORGANIZATIONS & STAFF As with many organizations, our Chapter is comprised of a number of volunteer that keep the “Beeee’s” having fun and driving safe. We think it is important for you to get to know them and a little bit about their responsibilities.

CHAPTER DIRECTOR (CD) The leader of the HIVE (officer position) A. Serves as Staff Member to the District Director (DD) B. Assumes organizational and advisory control of the chapter. C. Arranges for a place to hold chapter meetings and Staff Meetings. D. Appoints Members to serve as Staff. E. Correlates activities and programs through the Staff. F. Acts as an information link between Members and the district. G. Sees that a newsletter is sent to all interested participants, other CDs in the district, the DD, Region Director (RD) and the GWRRA International Headquarters in Phoenix at least every 30 days. H. Makes an annual report to the DD on activities, and an annual report on finances. I. Each month review newsletter and send to publisher for printing.

ASSISTANT CHAPTER DIRECTOR (ACD) (officer position)”Can have more than one ACD” A. Assists the CD in his effort to bring about a well-coordinated, fun, active, Chapter. B. Works with Staff Members. C. Assumes CDs duties in his absence. D. Becomes prepared to assume the Chapter Director position.

CHAPTER RIDE EDUCATOR(officer position) A. Promotes GWRRA’s Rider Education Program to all chapter participants. B. Relays information to all chapter participants from District Educator. C. Submits monthly reports as required. D. Will provide regular articles in the newsletter regarding safety and riding E. Set up classes in safety (CPR, first aid, T-clock, Road Captain, Etc.) F. Provide Rider ED talk at each monthly meeting.

SECRETARY-TREASURER (Can not be related to CD or Assistant CD) A. Makes notes on items requiring follow up for the CD in meetings and Staff Meetings. B. Keeps a record of finances and make available to all interested parties at all chapter meetings. C. Writes checks for expenses at the direction of the CD D. Assists CD in establishing prudent, reasonable, and fair fiscal policies. E. Submits Annual Financial Report to District Director by 1/5 upon review of chapter Director.

CORRESPONDENCE SECRETARY A. Correlates, and keeps current an activity calendar. B. Maintains a current mailing list. C. Assists Members with any paperwork. D. Sees that GWRRA literature and a sign-in sheet is at all meetings. E. Assists the Newsletter Editor.

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NEWSLETTER EDITOR A. Compiles and edits the chapter newsletter and send to PUBLISHER B. Receives articles from the CD, Staff Members and participants. C. Works with the Correspondence Secretary for information chapter activity calendar, help with mailing, etc. etc. D. Sends newsletter to CD for review

NEWSLETTER PUBLISHER A. Edits the chapter newsletter and Publish & distributes at monthly meeting, then by way of mailing or send to CHAPTER WEB MASTER, at least monthly, on a timely basis to all interested parties B. Works with the Correspondence Secretary for current mailing list

MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR / RECRUITING AND RETENTION A. Reviews & utilizes computer printouts from district to remind Members of their expiration dates and identify new members who have not attended a meeting. B. Maintains a current run list including birthdays and anniversaries, etc. C. Send out information to staff on members. D. Makes visitors, guests and new Members feel welcome and “AT HOME.” E. Encourages members to recruit others to join the association.

HOSTS AND WELCOME COMMITTEE A. Welcomes Members, prospective Members and visitors. B. Records visitors and introduces visitors at meetings and other events.

ACTIVITY COORDINATOR A. Plans monthly activities, as suggested by the Membership. B. Works with the Ride Coordinator when planning outings or events involving riding in groups.

RIDE COORDINATOR A. Instructs, informs and assists the Road Captains, Group Leaders and other participants in group riding. B. Plans and directs group rides to (and sometimes from) the destination point. C. Selects the Road Captains, Group Leaders, etc., for a given ride. Finalizes the route to be taken, the rest stops and other things for a safe and enjoyable ride. D. Submits an article to the Newsletter Editor to keep everyone current on group riding activities.

PHONE TREE COORDINATOR A. Sets up a staff to maintains a phone tree among the Members. B. Works with the Activity Coordinator to put out information and reminders to the Membership, of special activities and meetings.

TECHNICAL COORDINATOR A. Plans and develops programs to inform Members of proper Gold Wing maintenance, new products, tips, etc. B. Set-up Bike Maintance for Start and End of riding season.

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SPECIAL EVENTS COORDINATOR A. Directs the planning and implementation of special events such as poker runs, pie runs, fun runs, etc.

RECOGNITION AND SPECIAL AWARDS COORDINATOR A. Locates and recommends pins, trophies, awards, etc., which can be used at standard or special events. B. Maximizes recognition efforts for as many Members as possible.

WAYS & MEANS COORDINATOR A. Conducts 50/50 drawings, Door Prize Drawings at chapter meetings, etc..

CHAPTER PHOTOGHAPHER A. Produces a running documentation of Chapter Events and Happenings by Taking photo or finding photo of events taking by other members B. Encourages chapter Members to share photos, written articles, etc.

CHAPTER HISTORIAN A. Produces a running documentation of Chapter Events and Happenings by use of a photo album or scrapbook. B. Produces web slide shows for web site. C. Encourages chapter Members to share photos, written articles, etc.

MEMBER ENHANCEMENT COORDINATOR (PR) Public Relations A. Submits news items to local newspapers to publicize chapter events. B. Works with selection of Couple of the Year.

STORE MANAGER A. Is responsible for managing the Chapter store by ensuring availability of GWRRA and Chapter related items. B. Will maintain a “Catalog” or listing of T-shirts, jacket, etc…in Chapter colors of course, or GWRRA items that can be ordered. C. Will keep an inventory of all items in stock and make it available to staff when needed.

CHAPTER COUPLE OF THE YEAR A. Male and Female (one of each) B. Full or Associate Members in good standing C. Able or willing to attend the District competition if selected as District COY will compete in Regional competition ( this is not mandatory)

CHAPTER AMBASSADOR A. Is responsible for ensuring our traveling Ambassador “Buzz” (Our stuffed, yellow & Black striped comrade) is kept on his way touring/visiting other chapters . B. To act as a liaison as necessary to coordinate activities between the local chapters. Keep his chapter and other chapter informed. C. Responsible for representing the Chapter with other Chapters on an individual not locally- and also long distance if necessary.

GRAND POOH=”BEEEE” A. A coveted position we reserve for pass Chapter Director’s B. Aren’t any real responsibilities other than share their pass experience and knowledge with the currant staff.

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Chapter Events

CHAPTER GATHERINGS

Our CHAPTER GATHERINGS are held on the first Sunday of each month at the Eagles on the corner of Washington and 6th street in Bremerton. Breakfast is at 9AM and meeting at 10AM. The breakfast buffet is followed by a meeting which includes a wide mélange of Chapter business-games, a summary of events that have happened, and details of events that are about to happen the introduction of visitor and new members, wacky prizes, honey pot for members, and most embarrassing moments, 50/50 drawing, etc

Each meeting is followed by a local ride during riding season, training session, skill practice or other fun activiy…be sure to check the annual calendar and monthly newsletter for upcoming activity. Each year we try to do different things. WE are always open to NEW ideas! • January -“Progressive Dinner” A dinner Social where you go to different home for each course. • February -“The Newly WING Game” at monthly meeting. Just how will do you how your spouse. • March -“Rider Education Workshop” • April -“Bring the BABY out and start her up” Spring Maintenance Day. DO a T-CLOCK • May -NO MEETING DUE TO THE GOVERNOR”S RUN • June -Picnic in the Park” • July -“BOO HOOO BARBQ” monthly meeting will be hosted at members house

“For all who didn’t get to go to WING DING! • August -PUTT PUTT GOLF, question does the highest score win? • September-NO MEETING DUE TO B&O CAMPOUT • October -“PUT the BABY away for the season” Fall Maintenance Day • November -“Turkey Bowl” at the monthly meeting, a bowling game to win a Thanksgiving Dinner. • December -NO MEETING DUE TO CHRISTMAS PARTY

See the current Ride card at http://www.gwrra-wab.org

DINNER SOCIALS

DINNER SOCIALS are held 10 days after the regular meeting on a “Wednesday night”. At 6:30PM

The locations change for every social in order to meet all our members varied tastes and to try out NEW place. We try to go places on the Kitsap Cards. During the summer months we try to keep it on the light side (okay, okay..that generally means the meals come with fries) or limit it to ice cream as we know that is a Goldwingers main food staple. But if you ride, we know you love to eat, so join us for dinner.

STAFF MEETING

STAFF MEETING are held once a month on second Wednesday after the meeting. See this month calendar to see where it will be. Everyone is Invited (if you are a WA-B member). We especially welcome new ideas or a volunteer hand. There is always an extra chair!

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Other Special Events

Mall Show The First weekend in March (or there about depending on the Easter Bunny’s schedule..can’t believe we lose out to a silly wrabbit!!) is our MALL SHOW at the Kitsap Mall. It is the best time to get the bike out of hibernation, polish up that chrome, and show that puppy off. For many of us, this is the second best thing to riding. We roll out the carpet, add a few lights, bring all thee accessories, and spend the weekend talking to people about what we do and how much we love doing it. As we are somewhat captive to the event (can’t ride when it’s sitting on it’s center stand) the weekend now includes a number of shot seminars such as co-rider course, CPR, Roadside emergency, etc. to help us knock out some of our rider education goals!!! You will have a great time. We open the event to other chapter and other groups, a gap feat is guaranteed. Everyone is invited and needed. Even if you don’t show your bike, we need volunteers to blow up balloons and pass out information about the Governor’s Run…which brings us to the next special event to discuss. It’s been a couple years but we will have it again soon.

GOVERNOR”S RUN The first weekend in May is, by far, the event of the year. The Bob Merriman Memorial Washington GOVERNOR”S RUN. This two-day event has become the largest rally/event in the Northwest with over 1,500 attendees-some of us believe only second to WING DING!!! The event was founded in 1983 as the “Bremerton Run”. It was proclaimed “Washington Governor’s Run” in 1985 by then Governor Booth Gardner due to its huge success and growth as a charity event. In 1998 the event was renamed “Bob Merriman Memorial Washington GOVERNOR”S RUN” in honor of Bob Merriman the founder of chapter B and the Run who passed away in August of 1997. The proceeds from the event are donated to the infants and toddlers program of Holly Ridge Center, Inc. of Kitsap County, a learning and assistance program for developmentally disabled children. Our total contribution over the 24 years exceed of $250,000 with 2005’s donation of $20,000 being the largest.

The Governor’s Run is sponsored by international, national, and local businesses. The event is held at the Kitsap Pavilion on the Kitsap County Fairgrounds in Bremerton, Washington and is open to all motorcycle organizations, clubs, and associations. During the two-day event, we offer a variety of actives: vendors, programs/entertainment, motorcycle skill games, people games, show & shine for the bikes, a light parade, scenic rides, drill teams, and of course, a chance to win a brand New motorcycle! No other chapter has been authorized by GWRRA to host such a function and award such a prize. In order to host such an event, we relay heavily on all our Chapter members to work the event-but needless to say we have a blast. WE enjoy the fact that the success of our rally has allowed us to continue our support to Holly Ridge, but we love offering the best event around!

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B & O Campout Over the Labor Day weekend, the B & O campout IS THE PLACE TO “BEEEEE”. After a long year of hard work, Chapter’s B & O combine their efforts to wrap up the summer season in style. The long weekend is spent at the ocean just kicking back and relaxing. Games, contest, camping, howling at the moon, etc. Each Chapter takes a turn over the camp stove preparing a dinner so the weekend is very affordable. In keeping with true “beeeee” tradition however, the weekend is not without a few special quirks. An awards ceremony takes place on Sunday night for all members to make at lease one award for someone in the Chapter…needless to say, it is generally less than serious. Your worst Hawaiian shirt is the required attire for the evening and howling at the moon a tradition. In addition to a number of games and contest, there are awards for the best “ bee” campsite so this is the time to show your “beee” pride. If you camp only once a year… this is the event!!!!

Chapter B’s ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARTY AND REUNION

The first Saturday in December delivers Chapter B’s ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARTY AND REUNION which promises a fun evening of socializing, dinner, games, and dancing. We always cater in a meal, warm-up with a few games, and then kick off our shoes and dance, dance, dance… even those with no rhythm can’t help themselves. One of the more special features is our Santa’s workshop, which is a silent auction of Christmas, mostly home made gifts or decorations (and sometimes that includes chrome guys) donated by the Chapter members. As usual, we cannot let a “gathering” go by without a special “beee” event…. So this is the time of year we crown a queen beee who has absolutely no power but has to wear the royal yellow and black cape and silly crown! The event is semi-formal, but nothing to staunchly. How do you find out more about what is going on???

• Read your Newsletter (snail mail to you or on the Web site( http://www.gwrra-wab.org) • Weekly Phone Tree (or weekly e-mail of the Phone Tree) • Go to the WEB SITE (http://www.gwrra-wab.org) check whats going on • Call your Activities Coordinator • Call you Chapter CD or the ACD’s

……but what ever you do, call and get involved!!!!!

RIDE CARDS

With our eye always on the goal of participation, participation, participation, the chapter provides annual RIDE CARDS to each member at the beginning of the year. Not only does the ride card outline most of the events throughout the year, but it could eventually be worth some bucks. Your ride card should be included in this section.. Take it with you to every function and have a Officer initial off on it for attending that event. Then, at the first meeting (excuse me, Chapter Gathering) in January, cough it up, and the individual with the most signatures ( or number of events attended) will receive a $50.00 check. The second highest participant receives a $25.00 check. Take your hunnney with you everywhere you go, “beeeee” the busiest rider in the chapter, and take home some Ice Cream money!!!!!

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Int. January Int. April Int. July 2 WA-B, Monthly Meeting 2 WA-L,M,S,R,Multi-Chapter Gathering 3 WA-B, Monthly Meeting 5 Governors Run Meeting 3 WA-B, Meeting(Daylight saving’s time) 4-7 GWRRA-Wing Ding 8 WA-Y, Visitation 6 Governors Run Meeting 8-10 WA-B Camping in the Olympic Mountains 9 WA-D Visitation (CD Change) 9 WA-C Early Spring Fun Run 9 Run for the Dogs (not a GWRRA Event) 12 WA-B, Dinner Social 9-10 WA-B camping & Tulip Festival 13 WA-B, Dinner Social 15 WA-G Visitation (CD Change) 13 WA-B, Dinner Social 17 WA-A Mystery Ride WA-N Visitation ( CD Change) 15-17 Notaras Lodge & WA-S Visitation 20 Staff Meeting (open to all WA-B Members) 19 Staff Meeting (open to all WA-B Members) 16 WA-K Visitation (1st Birthday Party) 23-24 WA-B camping/ River Float (Yakima) 22 WA-O Visitation in AM.(CD Change) 20 Staff Meeting (open to all WA-B Members) 28-31 Washington Dist Rally (Lynden, WA.) 22 WA-I, Casino Night (Camp Murray) 24 WA-B, Breakfast Social (May Mtg.) TBA MT. Dist Rally 29 WA-B Progressive Dinner 29-5/1 WA-B Governor’s Run Int. February Int. May Int. August 2 Governors Run Meeting 11 WA-B, Dinner Social 6 Putt Putt Golf (Timber Falls, Silverdale) 5 WA-F, Valentine Dance 14-15 WA-M, Barbeque & Fun Run 7 WA-B, Monthly Meeting 6 WA-B, Monthly Meeting 18 Staff Meeting (open to all WA-B Members) 7 WA-F & G Mountain Run 12 Bowling at Bremerton Lanes 19-22 WA-S, Victoria Days (Ephrata) 13 WA-Y Riddle run 16 WA-B, Dinner Social 21 Armed Force Parade 17 WA-B, Dinner Social 19 WA-E Visitation & Bowling Challenge 27-30 WA-L, Desert Spring Fling 18-21 Region “I” Rally (Port Townsend) 23 Staff Meeting (open to all WA-B Members) 24 Staff Meeting (open to all WA-B Members) 26 WA-Dist, Rider Ed Workshop (Buckley) 26-28 WA-P, Oyster Feed Int. March Int. June Int. September 2 Governors Run Meeting 3-5 WA-R, Blue Mtn. Rendezvous 2-5 WA-B, Camp Out (Dune RV Resort) 6 WA-B, Meeting / Bike Maintenance 4 WA-D, Duck Hunt 7 Governors Run Meeting 11-13 WA-D & I, Mall Show (Aberdeen) 5 WA-B, Monthly Meeting 11 Ride for the Kids ( not a GWRRA Event) 13 WA-D visitation meeting 10-12 CMA State Rally (Ephrata) 14 WA-B, Dinner Social 16 WA-B, Dinner Social 15 WA-B, Dinner Social 16-18 WA-A,E,,V,& Y, Mall Show (Tentative) 19 WA-G, Auction (In the AM.) 17-19 OR. Dist. Rally (Tillamook, OR.) 21 Staff Meeting (open to all WA-B Members) 19 WA-V, St.Patrick’s Dance (In the PM.) 22 Staff Meeting (open to all WA-B Members) 23-26 Elma Rest stop 23 Staff Meeting (open to all WA-B Members) 22-25 Can Am Rally (not a GWRRA Event) 26 Northwest Trek TBA WY. Dist Rally Int. October Additional 2005 GWRRA Events Attended 2 WA-B, Monthly Meeting Int. Date Event 5 Governors Run Meeting 8 WA-Dist, Leadership Training

Chapter WA-B

12 WA-B, Dinner Social 19 Staff Meeting (open to all WA-B Members) 21-23 WA-F, Mall Show & Visitation on 23rd

Ride Card

22 WA-Q, Halloween Dance 31 WA-B, Halloween Security Int. November

for 2005

2 Governors Run Meeting 6 WA-B, Monthly Meeting 11 Kitsap County Veterans Day 16 WA-B, Dinner Social 19 WA-P, 15th Birthday & Visitation 23 Staff Meeting (open to all WA-B Members) Int. December 3 Olympia Toy Run (not a GWRRA Event) 4 WA-B, Monthly Meeting 7 Governors Run Meeting 10 WA-D, Festival of Lights (Montesano)

14 WA-B, Dinner Social 17 WA-B Christmas Party This Ride Card belongs to:

WA-B web-site: http://www.gwrra-wab.org

Carry this card with you to each GWRRA event you attend. Have any staff member initial it, to verify your

attendance at that event. At the end of the year this could win you a prize

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This is a sample you can get one from the Chapter Store or go on line at http://www.gwrra-wab.org

And print one out !!

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MEMBERSHIP / SPONSORSHIP

If you haven’t heard it said enough yet, we’ll say it once again… our Chapter is comprised of individuals that enjoy riding and having fun –

but we can’t survive without participation.

Our goal is to develop an organization that is apropos for adults, families, and singles alike. It is our intent to make everyone welcome and excited to beee there. But far too often we take for granted that new members know everything there is about our group and activities, or worse, heard about it to late and couldn’t plan accordingly. Keeping that in mind, we went about taking the first step of creating this book to inform everyone of who we are, what our plans are, what we hope to do, how to get in contact with us, etc.,etc.,etc. but secondly, and perhaps more importantly, we want to be sure your needs are met and you aren’t left with any questions…

Like “how much beee stuff is too much?”(Which of course the answer is …. There is never too much!!!) So… we want to take that extra step and designate a sponsor per say (you know, one of the old codgers that have been here forever, even before a Gold Wing had reverse) for each new member (or couple as it maybe) as a tag team for the first couple months or so.

Will be your sponsor’s responsibility to make sure you know about scheduled events, entice you into attending, worm out of you your desires and expectations so we can develop new activities, etc…. basically do everything necessary to keep you as an active member. They might even call you up if you have been absent from a few meetings just to make sure that you are still riding.

If you are the sponsorette we would like to count on your participation in letting your sponsor know what you are interested in, whether or not we can include you in the phone tree, how often you like to ride, what your expectations are, and basically how things as are going in general. Feel free to ask all the questions you might have; do not hesitate to call them and let them know if you are having a problem. The Chapter is filled with people who have a wide variety of expertise regarding bikes and when we pool our resources there isn’t anything we don’t know a little something about.

MEMBERSHIP QUESTIONNAIRE

Now…something we need from you – besides a commitment to have fun!!! A membership Questionnaire (information Sheet) is included in this packet. We need you to complete the information and return it to the membership coordinator or Chapter Director post haste. This information will get you into the “system” and ensure that you are included on our phone tree, mailing list, training schedules, birthday, etc., etc., etc. Don’t forget to include any comments or ideas that you have. Sounds very much like a poorly written ad, but the better informed we are, the better our program will “beeeee.”

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RIDER EDUCATION

Rider Education Levels Program Details

The Rider Education Levels Program has been divided into (4) progressively achievable levels. Both the Rider and the Co-Rider are eligible for, and indeed encouraged to participate in, obtaining each of these

levels.

The program structure is as follows:

Level I Safe Miles (Safety by Commitment) Safety is a state of mind, which can only be attained through total commitment.

Level I is perhaps the most important part of the REP structure. Regardless of your training and skill level, it is basically worthless if you are not committed to utilize your training and skill level to their fullest. The commitment to safe motorcycle operations not only affects you and your Co-Rider, but others who share the road with you. Commitment – the first big step to success

Level II Tour Rider (Safety by Education)

Represents the continuing commitment of the Rider and/or Co-rider to be safer motorcyclists by completing approved motorcycle training at regular intervals in order to build and maintain optimum riding skills and awareness

Level III Certified Tour Rider (Safety by Preparedness) Represents the continuing commitment of the Rider and/or Co-rider to be prepared

in the event of an accident to give aid and possibly save lives. This is achieved by becoming knowledgeable in First Aid and/or CPR through training and by carrying a first aid kit on their motorcycle at all times.

Level IV Master Tour Rider (Safety by Enhanced Commitment and Preparedness)

It represents the highest level of commitment by the Rider/Co-Rider toward safe riding and preparedness. This commitment is hown by a demonstrated history of safe miles, continuing education and current certification in both First Aid and CPR. These master Tour Riders/Co-Riders are the finest example to everyone of the highest level of commitment to safe motorcycle operation and preparedness.

How do you find out more on Riders Education Program???

• Talk or Call the Chapter Educator • Go online to the GWRRA web site, look under Rider Education, and read the handbook

The application forms for all levels of the

Rider Education Levels Program can be found in the forms section.

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T-Clock T-CLOCK ITEM WHAT TO CHECK WHAT TO LOOK FOR CHECKOFF T - TIRES & WHEELS

Tires Conditions Tread depth, wear, weathering, evenly seated, bulges, imbedded objects. Front Rear Air Pressure Check when cold, adjust to load/speed Front Rear

Spokes Bent, broken, missing, tension, check at top of wheel “ring” OK - “thud”, loose spoke. Front Rear Cast Cracks, dents. Front Rear Rims Out of round/true = 5mm. Spin Wheel, index against stationary pointer. Front Rear

Bearings Grab top and bottom of tire and flex: No freeplay (click) between hub and axle, no growl when spinning.

Front Rear

Wheels

Seals Cracked, cut or torn, excessive grease on outside, reddish-brown around outside. Front Rear C - CONTROLS

Levers Condition Broken, bent cracked, mounts tight, ball ends on handlebar lever. Front Rear Pivots Lubricated. Cables Conditions Fraying, kinks, lubrication: ends and length. Routing No interference or pulling at steering head, suspension, no sharp angles, wire looms in place. Hoses Condition Cuts cracks, leaks, bulges, chaffing, deterioration. Routing No interference or pulling at steering head, suspension, no sharp angles, wire looms in place. Throttle Operation Moves freely, snaps closed, no revving. L - LIGHTS

Battery Condition Terminals, clean and tight, electrolyte level, held down securely. Vent Tube Not kinked, routed properly, not plugged. Lenses Condition Cracked, broken, secure, mounted, excessive condensation.

Reflectors Conditions Cracked, broken, securely mounted.

Wiring Conditions Fraying, chaffing, insulation.

Routing Pinched, no interference or pulling at steering head or suspension, wire looms and ties in place, connectors tight, clean.

Headlamp Conditions Cracks, reflector, mounting and adjustment system.

Aim Height and Right/left.

O - OIL

Levels Engine oil Check warm on center stand, dipstick, sight glass.

Hypoid Gear Oil Transmission, rear drive, shaft.

Hydraulic Fluid Brakes, clutch, reservoir or sight glass.

Coolant Reservoir and/or coolant recovery tank - cool only.

Fuel Tank or gauge.

Leaks Engine Oil Gaskets, housings, seals.

Hypoid Gear Gaskets, seals, breathers.

Hydraulic Fluid Hoses, master cylinders, calipers.

Coolant Radiator, hoses, tanks, fittings, pipes.

Fuel Lines, fuel taps, carbs.

C - CHASSIS

Frame Condition Cracks at gussets, accessory mounts, look for paint lifting.

Steering Head Bearings No detent or tight spots through full travel, raise front wheel check for play by pulling/pushing forks.

Swing Arm Bushings / Bearings

Raise rear wheel, check for play by pushing/pulling swing arm.

Suspension Forks Smooth travel, equal air pressure/damping. Left Right

Shock(s) Smooth travel, equal pre-load/air pressure/damping settings, linkage moves freely and is lubricated. Left Right

Chain or Belt Tension Check at tightest point.

Lubrication Side plates when hot. Note: Do not lubricate belts. Sprockets Teeth not hooked, securely mounted. Fasteners Threaded Tight, missing bolts, nuts. Clips Broken, missing. Cotter Pins Broken, missing. K - KICKSTAND

Centerstand Condition Cracks, bent.

Retention Springs in place, tension to hold position.

Sidestand Condition Cracks, bent, (safety cut-out switch or pad if equipped).

Retention Springs in place, tension to hold position.

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Entering Highway from on-ramp & Lane Change

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Staggered file formation & Single file formation

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Single lane pass & Parking lot / Pull off

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“WHO, WHAT, WHERE & WHY” • GWRRA has different areas; main office is in Phoenix, AZ. • Region (set of states in one area) Region “I’ area is Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Wyoming & Montana. • District (The state) Washington • Chapter (area’s with in the state), “list below”

Chapter “A” is in Seattle; They meet on the 4th Sat of each month Chapter colors are RED, Mascot is an APE

Chapter “B” is in Bremerton, We meet on the 1st Sun. of each month Chapter colors are Light Blue, Mascot is an BUMBLE BEE

Chapter “C” is in Everett, They meet on the 2nd Sat. of each month Chapter colors are TRUE BLUE, Mascot is an CAT

Chapter “D” is in Aberdeen, They meet on the 2nd Sun of each month Chapter colors are DARK TEAL, Mascot is an DAFFY DUCK

Chapter “E” is in Bellevue, They meet on the 3rd Sat. of each month Chapter colors are BURGUNDY, Mascot is an EAGLE

Chapter “F” is in Tacoma, They meet on the 4th Sun. of each month Chapter colors are YELLOW, Mascot is an F-TROOP

Chapter “G” is in Gig Harbor, They meet on the 3rd Sat. of each month Chapter colors are LIGHT GRAY W/PINK TRIM, Mascot is an PINK PANITER

Chapter “H” is in Lynden, They meet on the 2nd Tues. of each month Chapter colors are RED, Mascot is The HOUNDS

Chapter “I” is in Olympia, They meet on the 3rd Sun. of each month Chapter colors are TURQUOISE, Mascot is an COW

Chapter “K” is in White Salmon, OR., They meet on the 3rd Sat. of each month Chapter colors are TEAL, Mascot is an EAGLE

Chapter “L” is in Kennewick, They meet on the 2nd Sat. of each month Chapter colors are YELLOW & BLACK /WHITE CHECKED, Mascot is an LOONEY TUNES

Chapter “M” is in Yakima, They meet on the 1st Sat. of each month C

hapter colors are LIGHT BLUE WESTERN, Mascot is an MOUNTAIN LION Chapter “N” is in Spokane, They meet on the 3rd Sun. of each month

Chapter colors are DARK BURGUNDY, Mascot is an WING NUTS

Chapter “O” is in Port Orchard; They meet on the 4th Sat. of each month Chapter colors are BLACK & WHITE, Mascot is an ORCA WHALE

Chapter “P” is in Longview, They meet on the 3rd Sat. of each month Chapter colors are BLACK, Mascot is an PANDA BEAR

Chapter “Q” is in Puyallup, They meet on the 1st Fri. of each month Chapter colors are LIGHT GRAY, Mascot is an KOALA BEAR

Chapter “R” is in Walla Walla, They meet on the 1st Sat. of each month Chapter colors are GRAY & BLACK, Mascot is an ROAD RUNNER

Chapter “S” is in MOSE LAKE, CLOSED

Chapter “V” is in Auburn, They meet on the 1st Thur. of each month Chapter colors are GREEN, Mascot is an FROG

Chapter “W” is in Wenatchee, CLOSED Chapter “X” is in Vancouver, They meet on the 1st Sat. of each month Chapter colors are RED & GOLD, Mascot is the PHOENIX

Chapter “Y” is in Enumclaw, They meet on the 2nd Fri. of each month Chapter colors are BLUE, Mascot is an WILI CAYOTE

Chapter “Z” is in Centralia, They meet on the 2ND Sat. of each month Chapter colors are BURGUNDY,, Mascot is an CHICKEN

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GWRRA MEMBER’S REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE AND/OR CHANGE OF STATUS

Make changes on-line at http://www.gwrra.org/members/

Or contact Customer Service at customerservice@gwrra.org

or call 800-843-9460 at your convenience.

Then Call Or E-mail your Current Chapter Director

& Membership Coordinator

To keep the WA-B membership Run List updated so you will not miss a newsletter and phone tree

Name (Last, first)_________________________________________________________________________________ ID#______________Join Date_____________Term Date_______________ Address___________________________________________________________________________________ Phone_______________________________E-Mail________________________________________________

• Change in Home Chapter: Now listed with___________________, move to ______________________

• Add a Family Member: Address (must live in same household)

Relationship to Member_________Name (Last, First)________________________________________

ID#______________Join Date_____________Term Date_______________

Relationship to Member_________Name (Last, First)________________________________________ ID#______________Join Date_____________Term Date_______________

For other changes

CHANGES IN OFFICE/APPOINTMENT Fill out the GWRRA Officer Change/Appointment Worksheet Go to http://www.gwrra.org/officers/officerguidebook.html Then into Section I “Standard Forms” Print out Page I-1 Fill out and give to your Chapter Membership Retention or Chapter Director

TRANSFER of MEMBERSHIP CERTIFICATE

Fill out a TRANSFER of MEMBERSHIP CERTIFICATE Go to http://www.gwrra.org/officers/officerguidebook.html Then into Section I “Standard Forms” Print out Page I-30

Riders ED QUESTIONNAIRE Name ____________________________ Member ID# _______________ Chapter___________ The following are the Rider Education courses offered threw GWRRA. Please check those that you have completed, and those that you are interested in taking, or are not interested in Completed Date Interested in Not Interested Trailering Course ________ __________ _________ __________ Trike Riders Course ________ __________ _________ __________ Advanced Rider Course ________ __________ _________ __________ Parking Lot Practice ________ __________ _________ __________ Road Captain Course ________ __________ _________ __________ First Aid Training ________ __________ _________ __________ CPR Training ________ __________ _________ __________ Basic Rider Course ________ __________ _________ __________ Advanced First Aid ________ __________ _________ __________ Co-Rider Seminar ________ __________ _________ __________ Team Riding Seminar ________ __________ _________ __________ Any Other Courses Completed ________ __________ _________ __________ Vidio Seminars ________ __________ _________ __________ High Mileage Program ________ __________ _________ __________ Last Rider Ed Workshop attended ________ __________ _________ __________ Are you enrolled in the RE Program? _____________. How many safe miles? ____________

What RE Level are you currently? _____________. Total miles ridden (lifetime) ________

What RE Level would you like to be? _____________

What RE Program Pins and Patches do you already have? ________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What RE Program Pins and Patches you have earned, but not yet received? __________________

________________________________________________________________________________

If you are enrolled in the RE Program, have you renewed yet? ______________ Do you plan to

Renew?_____________ When?______________

Do You carry a First Aid Kit on your Bike? ____________

How many Years Riding Experience do you have? ___________Co-Rider Experience? _________

Any other courses or seminars you are Interested in?________________________ _____________

There are Many more Experienced Members than myself, and Any suggestion for courses,or

seminars are always Welcome: ______________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ By filling this out, we will be able to assess what needs to be done to help you reach your goals. Thank

you for your co-operation, and support. WA-B Rider Educators.

GWRRA Chapter WA B

Member Questionnaire Date____________

Last Name_____________________________________________________

Member First Name________________________ Membership # __________Term Date_________

Birth date___________________

Spouse Name _____________________________Membership # __________Term Date_________

Birth date __________________ Anniversary ___________________

Children Names & Birth dates _______________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________

Mailing Address ___________________________________________________________________

City __________________________________ State __________ Zip ______________________ E-mail Address__________________________________________________________________________

Would you like your Newsletter to be E-mail to you? Y N, OR mailed (by Snail mail) to you? Y N Would you allow your E-mail address to be published in a Chapter B Member's Book? Y N Would you allow your E-mail address to be published on the Web Site? Y N Phone Number _________________________ Wk or Cell Number __________________________ Would you like to be included on the phone tree? Y N Would you allow your phone number to be published in a Chapter B Member's Book? Y N & Cell Y N Would you allow your phone number to be published on the Web Site? Y N & Cell Y N Send us your Picture (can attach to a E-mail as a JPEG file) or Let me take it at a meeting. Would you allow your picture to be published in a Chapter B Member's Book? Y N Would you allow your picture to be published on the Web Site? Y N Date Joined GWRRA ________ Current membership expiration date____________

Staff Positions: Current________________________Past____________________________

Rider Education information

Current Rider Ed Level_______Date applied_______MRC/ERC course date(s)_____________ First Aid course date________________ CPR course date__________________________

Comments____________________________________________________________________

Signature required____________________________________________________ Return to any Chapter B Officer

You need to go on line at http://www.gwrra.org To update your address, phone or e-mail

Does WA-B have your current information? I need to know if it's OK to published Phone # and E-mail!