GWRRA National Directors

Ray & Sandi Garris

Rider Education Directors

Bob & Althea Berry

Member Enhancement Directors

John & Barb Pons

Deputy Directors Region A & N

Bob & Nancy Shrader

Region A

Director

Jim & Sue Jackson

Rider Education Directors

Chuck & Anne Reed

Member Enhancement Directors

Rick & Madalena Buck

SC District

Directors

Phil & Judy Stone

Assistant Dist Director

Joe & Brenda Wood

J.W. & Yolanda Worley

Rider Educators

Mike & Mary Coral

Trainers

Donna & Glenn Bumgarner

Membership Enhancement

Coordinators

Jean & Rich Kitko

District Couple Of The Year

John & Cindy Wood

The Official Publication of the GWRRA Tri County Wings, Charleston, South Carolina March 2016

TRI COUNTY WINGS TRI COUNTY WINGS

Gold Wing Road Riders AssociationGold Wing Road Riders Association

Southeast Region ‘A’ - South Carolina District

CHAPTER “SC G”

BERKELEY • CHARLESTON • DORCHESTER

Welcome to Chapter “G” Bringing the Fun to our Friends and

Family

The Month ahead!

This is a humbling season. One of gratitude,

newness, forgiveness, family. Easter times

brings lilies and family gatherings. It brings

church, lent, fasting, reflection, and, did I say

family. It also brings the warmer weather.

And then there is Spring. Or as they say,

Spring has Sprung. And that brings

Daylight Savings time on March 13th. That

means, you move your clock ahead. That

means, it is darker when you get up, but

there is more light during the day to enjoy

that ride.

So, let’s be safe out there and reflect on all

the good things ahead.

Other festivities for March include:

3rd, National Anthem Day

5th, Iditarod Race Begins

8th, International Women’s Day

9th, Barbie’s Birthday (really, 1959)

11th, Johnny Appleseed Day

12th, Girl Scout Day

13th, Good Samaritan Day

15th, The Ides of March

22nd, National Goof Off Day

29th, Armed Forces left Vietnam

31st, Tater Day

Enjoy them all.

NNEXTEXT CCHAPTERHAPTER GGATHERINGSATHERINGS March 5th & April 2ndMarch 5th & April 2ndMarch 5th & April 2nd

Gather at 11:00am, meet at 11:30am, eat at 12:30Gather at 11:00am, meet at 11:30am, eat at 12:30Gather at 11:00am, meet at 11:30am, eat at 12:30 at Logan’s Roadhouseat Logan’s Roadhouseat Logan’s Roadhouse

211 Azalea Square Blvd, Summerville, SC211 Azalea Square Blvd, Summerville, SC211 Azalea Square Blvd, Summerville, SC

Chapter G Team http://gwrra-sc-g.org/

Chapter Director

Mike- Melton

843-847-1444

director@gwrra-sc-g.org

Assistant Directors

MJ & John LeBlanc

acd-1@gwrra-sc-g.org

George & Gloria Servant

acd-2@gwrra-sc-g.org

Chapter Educator & Asst

Craig Miller

twowingcircus@att.net

843-345-7890

Mike Melton

843-847-1444

Motorist Awareness

Karen Miller

twowingcircus2@yahoo.com

875-345-7891

Membership Enhancement

Coordinator

Fred & Anita Hull

shs74@knology.net

843-871-4694

Chapter Treasurer

Evelyn & Dan Pittman

2016 Couple of the Year

John & MJ LeBlanc

Activity Coordinators

Anita Hull

Karen Miller

Kathy Truluck

Sissy Morris

Goodie Shoppe

Dan Pittman

Newsletter Editor

Ron Morris

moroutback@yahoo.com

Photographer

Karen Miller

Webmaster

Mike Melton

admin@gwrra-sc-g.org

Web Editor

Vacant

Inside this Edition:

Article Page

Chapter Director 2

Assistant CD 3

Rider Ed 4

Motorist Awareness 5

Couple of the Year 6

Calendars 11-13

Birthdays & Anniversaries 14

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Congratulations

This month, I would like to start off welcoming some changes to our chapter. First, I would like to

congratulate John & MJ LeBlanc in their selection for the Chapter Couple of the Year (COY). It is

an honor to be presented this, and they have so earned this award. They have been instrumental

in many of the activities within the chapter, and are proactive in supporting all of you. Please

join me in congratulating them the next time you see them.

Next, I would like to welcome our newest Assistant Chapter Directors, George and Gloria

Servant. They have both expressed an interest in helping with the chapter, in helping with the

Chapter of the Year (CHOY) activities, and are interested in assisting with the rides. They have a

very pleasant personality, and I think they will be a great addition to our Team. So again, next

time you see them, join me in congratulating them to the team.

Then, I’m proud to announce, our Chapter received Bronze Level for their Chapter of the Year

submission. Now, all that means is, look out next year. We have two awesome folks keeping on

top of this stuff this year, so let’s see if we can do better next year. It is still an honor, but at the

same time, just a step in the right direction. So, let’s see if we can improve upon a good thing.

One way to do that is Education. We need folks to take Education classes. We have three folks

who have already completed the online OCP this year (congratulations to George, Gloria and

MJ) and a few others working on it. We had our CPR/First Aid this year so that will help. But, if

you still need a First Aid/CPR course (great for protecting your family), let me know. The

instructor is willing to come back. And then we are going to have some education seminars

ourselves. I’m working on a Motorist Awareness Course, and several others. We will have our

2nd Annual Frogmore and Education Seminars in April. In addition, I’m checking with Logan’s to

see if we might be able to get in early, and do a seminar before our Chapter Gathering. So look

for those opportunities to improve. And if you have a suggestion for a course, let me know.

Then we had visitors at our Chapter

Gathering. Some even come bearing gifts,

(The Hot Potato) of which we quickly

handed off to Chapter SC-J later that

evening.

So, it’s been an eventfully month, full of

surprises. I hope some of you have

enjoyed the ride, and those who have

missed out, we would like to welcome to you to attend one of our many events this month.

Until next time, ride safe and often,

Mike Melton

Chapter Director

Mike Melton P.O. Box 61885, North Charleston, SC 29419

843-847-1444

director@gwrra-sc-g.org

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SUPER BOWL ‘16

For those of you who may not know, I am a football

‘holic. We have moved many times in the last ten

years, so I not only root for the New England

Patriots but also for the Seattle Seahawks, the

Philadelphia Eagles and now the Carolina

Panthers. At the end of the football season, I start

counting the days until the pre-season festivities

begin. I participate in fantasy football with our son

and we talk every week strategizing which players

to keep and which ones to bench. I haven’t won a

season yet, but have lots of fun anyway.

So this year we

decided to host

the Super Bowl

dinner,

although we

were

concerned we

didn’t have enough

room. We brought

in the patio

furniture, bought

some folding chairs,

took some chairs out

of storage and started rearranging the living

room. In the end we had seating for about 20 and

the overflow could sit on the steps going upstairs

(think of it as stadium seating J). Our GW family

arrived just prior to the start of the game, each

with a dish in hand. We had main dishes, side

dishes, appetizers, desserts, snacks and

beverages. Plenty to share and enough to feed the

neighbors as well.

So who did we think was going to win the game?

Clearly the Panthers had the better record (15-1)

but my heart was with the underdog Broncos (12-

4). In fact, the Denver Broncos was my fantasy

football defensive team and they were tenacious

throughout the year. We just wanted to see a good

Assistant Chapter Director

MJ & John LeBlanc MJ - 508-517-7715

John - 774-253-6647

email - acd-1@gwrra-sc-g.org

game and that’s exactly what we got. With so

many turnovers, fumbles and missed

opportunities, we were all yelling and screaming

for both sides. However, one of our guests (no

name but his initials are MP) was almost flagged

for “unsportsmanlike behavior” on a couple of

occasions.

Thank you to everyone who joined us to make this

a great event. It really didn’t matter who won

(Broncos), it was the friendship and comradery

that counted! BTW - the NFL schedule for 2016-

2017 season will be released in April….can’t wait.

John & MJ LeBlanc

The Biker’s

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Rider Education Safety Corner

Chapter Educator Craig R. Miller

106 Heritage Ln,

Summerville SC 29483

twowingcircus@att.net

843-345-7890

Asst. Chapter Educator Mike Melton P.O. Box 61885

North Charleston, SC 29419 meltong@cfl.rr.com

843-847-1444

QUICK TIPS: General Guidelines for

Riding a Motorcycle Safely

(Courtesy of MSF)

Be visible:

Remember that motorists often have trouble

seeing motorcycles and reacting in time.

Make sure your headlight works and is on day

and night.

Use reflective strips or decals on your clothing

and on your motorcycle.

Be aware of the blind spots cars and trucks

have.

Flash your brake light when you are slowing

down and before stopping.

If a motorist doesn't see you, don't be afraid to

use your horn.

Dress for safety:

Wear a quality helmet and eye protection.

Wear bright clothing and a light-colored

helmet.

Wear leather or other thick, protective

clothing.

Choose long sleeves and pants, over-the-ankle

boots, and gloves.

Remember – the only thing between you and

the road is your protective gear.

Apply effective mental strategies:

Constantly search the road for changing

conditions. Use MSF's Search, Evaluate,

Execute strategy (SEESM) to increase time and

space safety margins.

Give yourself space and time to respond to

other motorists' actions.

Give other motorists time and space to

respond to you.

Use lane positioning to be seen; ride in the

part of a lane where you are most visible.

Watch for turning vehicles.

Signal your next move in advance.

Avoid weaving between lanes.

Pretend you're invisible, and ride extra

defensively.

Don't ride when you are tired or under the

influence of alcohol or other drugs.

Know and follow the rules of the road, and stick

to the speed limit.

Know your bike and how to use it:

Get formal training and take refresher courses.

Call 800.446.9227 or visit www.msf-usa.org to

locate the Motorcycle Safety Foundation hands

-on RiderCourseSM nearest you.

Practice. Develop your riding techniques

before going into heavy traffic. Know how to

handle your bike in conditions such as wet or

sandy roads, high winds, and uneven surfaces.

Remember: Give yourself space. People driving

cars often just don't see motorcycles. Even when

drivers do see you, chances are they've never

been on a motorcycle and can't properly judge

your speed.

Information provided by: Motorcycle Safety

Foundation

Footnote: GWRRA offers their Advanced Rider

Course (ARC) and Trike Rider Course (TRC) geared

specifically towards the larger style cruiser bike or

trike. Contact your local Rider Educator for class

information. GWRRA has also recently announced

the Refresher ARC/TRC. This must be taken within

three years of a full up ARC/TRC, and can only be

done once before a full up ARC/TRC. The

advantage is a shorter class. It eliminates the

classroom portion, requiring some classroom

material on the course, and a slightly longer course

time, but overall, a shorter course.

Ride safe and have fun.

Craig Miller

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Motorist Awareness Division (MAD)

Karen Miller 106 Heritage Ln,

Summerville SC 29483

twowingcircus2@yahoo.com

843-345-7890

Several times in the past month I have heard safety

talks that mentioned the co-rider and the role they

play in riding safely. If you are a co-rider or have

a co-rider, you should remember that you are

actually riding as a TEAM. The co-rider is an extra

set of eyes that can spot a hazard that the rider

may not see because they are busy negotiating the

hazards they DO see. You can also communicate

to other vehicles on the road what your bike is

about to do. That means you need to be in

communication with the rider and/or be able to

anticipate what the rider is about to do.

As a co-rider you should be looking for obstacles

or hazards right along with the rider. Once

spotted, the rider will need to make snap

decisions on how to get through them safely. You,

the co-rider should be able to communicate to

vehicles around you that you are about to make a

change. That change could be a lane change or

slowing down.

Many of you may have noticed the gloves I wear

with the red stop sign on the palm and the yellow

hazard sign on the back. They are reflective so

they will show up when lit by headlights. I am

Craig’s team member and when I know he needs

to make a lane change I do two things. First I

attempt to make eye contact with the driver of the

car next to us, and second, I indicate the direction

we need to move (right or left.) The symbols on

my gloves are designed to get their attention. If

we need to turn, I give the hand signal for the turn.

If we are stopping, I give the two-handed signal

for stopping with the red symbol facing the

vehicles behind us. All the while, we are in

communication with each other.

Sometimes I might

notice a vehicle that

looks like it’s going to

do something

unexpected, or I might

notice one coming up

fast. While I know he is

scanning his surroundings and checking his

mirrors, he cannot see all things at all times. I’m

his extra eyes and can warn him so he can react

safely. He can also communicate the hazard or

obstacle to others we are riding with so WE ALL

can ride safely.

Another thing I try to do is make eye contact with

other drivers. That way I know they see me, and if

they see me, they know we’re there. We are no

longer “invisible.” Generally I just give a friendly

smile or wave, but sometimes I need to

communicate with them using hand signals. Most

drivers are considerate and courteous; they will

generally yield. Occasionally, however, a driver

will not yield. I need to communicate that to

Craig, and Craig needs to communicate with other

riders so they are aware.

GWRRA has a “Team Riding” course that talks

about the importance of communication among all

riders. It is well worth takings. We also have a

“Co-Rider’s Seminar” that informs the co-rider of

the issues a rider faces and how to get safely out of

a situation should the rider become incapacitated

in some way. It also instructs you in how to be an

effective team member on the bike whether you

are on a group ride or of by yourselves. It is also

well worth the time investment.

The key is … the rider and co-rider are a team and

need to function as a team. By communicating to

other motorists around you of your intentions you

can ensure that your ride is enjoyable and incident

free. Other motorists will notice your riding

technique and will remember. THAT, friends, is

educating the motoring public about sharing the

road.

Ride Safe and Ride Alert!

Karen Miller

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2016 Couple of the Year

The Next Adventure

It was a very exciting moment - we were named the 2016 Couple of the Year (COY)

at the Chapter Gathering in February. A total surprise! As we walked back to our seats, folks

were congratulating us, wishing us good luck, telling us to keep up the good work, etc. But then

panic set in, how could we possibility follow the footsteps of the 2015 COY, Ron and Sissy Morris,

who set the bar so high with their enthusiasm and support for their GW family?

We joined GWRRA in October 2014 after Mike and Guy followed John home one night. They

were riding down Glen McConnell Parkway and saw John up ahead. John changed lanes, so did

Mike and Guy. John took a left, so did Mike and Guy - following him right to our driveway. They

extended an invitation to join them for two upcoming events, a Meet and Eat at East Bay Deli in

West Ashley and a ride to Lexington to participate in a charity event called “Ride for Kids”. We

were hooked and the rest is history.

The District COY, John and Cindy Wood, told us to “just keep doing what you are doing and

have fun”. Well during the past year our Chapter participated in a variety of things - we went to

several district rallies, visited other chapters, attended

Wing Ding in Alabama, took rider education classes,

participated in MAD events and attended many social

events. So I guess we will continue to do the same this

year and hope to meet more GW folks along the way.

Thank you for your vote of confidence, it is an honor

and privilege. We

will do our best to

represent and serve

as positive role

models for our

Chapter - we have

big shoes to fill.

John & MJ LeBlanc COY 2016

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Tid Bits of Information Here are some other news items you may find of interest. Submit info for this page to

admin@gwrra-sc-g.org .

What’s Going on in the Area

Mar 2-5 – Charleston Wine and Food Festival http://charlestonwineandfood.com

Mar 12 – St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival, North Myrtle Beach http://parks.nmb.us/Page.aspx?id=14

Mar 25-27 – RenoFest Bluegrass Festival, Hartsville http://www.renofrest.com

Mar 31-Apr 3 – Tartan Day South Festival, Columbia http://tartandaysouth.com/

Apr 1-3 – Flowertown Festival, Summerville http://www.flowertownfestival.org

Apr 23 – Central Railroad Festival, Clemson http://centralrrfestival.org/

Apr 24 – Blessing of the Fleet and Seafood Festival, Mount Pleasant http://www.comeonovermp.com

May 6-7 – Strawberry Festival, Fort Mill http://www.scstrawberryfestival.com

May 7 – 9th Annual Dragon Boat Festival,

Charleston http:/www.charlestondragonboatfestival.com

May 21-22 – Shaw Air Expo, Sumter http://www.shaw.af.mil/airexpo/

MJ & John

LeBlanc

Helpful Hints from the Kitchen

• To save money, pour all leftover vegetables

and water in which they are cooked into a

freezer container. When full, add tomato juice

and seasoning to create a "free" soup,

• Instant potatoes are a good stew thickener.

• When cooking vegetables that grow above

ground, the rule of thumb is to boil them

without a cover.

• A lump of sugar added to water when cooking

greens helps vegetables retain their fresh

color.

• To cut down on odors when cooking cabbage,

cauliflower, etc..., add a little vinegar to the

cooking water.

• Egg shells can be easily removed from hard-

boiled eggs if they are quickly rinsed in cold

water after they are boiled. Also, add a drop

of food coloring to help tell the cooked eggs

apart from the raw ones in your refrigerator.

Enjoy!

Evelyn Pittman

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What Happened Last Month Here are some things that took place last month. Submit info for this page to

admin@gwrra-sc-g.org .

Chapter Gathering

Our gathering was on Saturday, February 6th. The

meeting started at 11:30 and we had guests there

from District, Region, Chapters SC-P & SC-O. Then

we started filling our bellies at 12:30 at Logan’s,

Roadhouse, 211 Azalea Square Boulevard,

Summerville. Logans are providing the meals at

15% discounts. Hope to see all of you and more

next month.

Meet to Eats

We had two Meet to Eats last month. At the first

one, We enjoyed the food at Castille's, 975

Bacons Bridge Rd, Summerville. Our second

one was at the Wild Wing Cafe, 7618 Rivers

Ave, North Charleston. Over 20 folks at each,

and we had a great time at both. Hope to see

you at one next month.

Ride To Smithfield Chili Cook off

We had a nice ride to Smithfield, NC. They

had a great turnout for the Chili Cook-off.

Around 40 different chili's for judging.

Chapter C-2 in Smithfield was able to give 6-

$100 50/50's. Mel and I weren't able to win

one, but that was ok, we had a great time

seeing old friends.

Jekyll Island Trip

They had 11 folks go to Jekyll Island, with two

of those brave soles camping. A fun time was

had by all. See the article later in the

newsletter.

Valentines Day Dinner Show

We had four people enjoy a night out with

Elvis. For more info, see article on next page.

Kathy’s Craft Night

We had 7 people to show and make the

memory bracelets. They all had a blast. Do

you have an idea for a craft night? Contact

Kathy at mkt321@comcast.net or cell phone at

843-509-9669

Bill’s Ride on Saturday

Nine Chapter G Members enjoyed a nice ride to

Hemingway on Saturday morning Feb 20th. Other

than a bunch of clouds, it was a beautiful day. We

visited with a good sized group from Chapter J

who had just finished eating at Kenny’s when we

got there. Two of them were riding new Hannigan

Trikes & we met a man who said he is the Hannigan

dealer in Conway. About half of our riders (who

had previously eaten at Scott’s & Kenny’s) ate at

Kenny’s and the others went to Scott’s; however,

they said it was too crowded at Scott’s so they

returned & ate at Kenny’s. We heard about

another place nearby (Big D’s) that we will

probably check out the next time we are heading

up that way.

District Plaque Capture

We had 10 folks to show up for February’s

plaque capture, which was hosted by Chapter

“E” at Carolina Fine Foods in Simpsonville.

There were 160 people in attendance, with

two huge 50/25/25 drawings.

The Chapter of the Year

announcements were made.

Our Chapter took Bronze this

past year. While, Chapters F &

P took Silver, and making

Chapter P the CHOY again,

with Gold. Congratulations

Chapter P.

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February News:

by Karen Miller

February was a busy month for chapter SC-G! It

began with a very productive gathering. We

were visited by

chapters SC-P and SC-

O, who presented us

with the “Hot Potato!”

It was SO hot that we

took it up to SC-J in

Myrtle Beach to get rid

of it! Mike and Mary

Coral and Glen and

Donna Baumgarner

from District Staff also

visited.

The biggest thrill of

the gathering was

announcing our new

Couple of the Year.

Ron and Sissy Morris

represented our

chapter well for the

past year and passed

the torch to John and MJ LeBlanc.

Congratulations John and JM!

On Sunday after the

gathering we

congregated at John

and MJ’s home for fun,

food and SUPER BOWL!

While not everyone was

rooting for the same

team, everyone had a

great time.

There were two

groups who

celebrated Valentines

Day in special ways.

One group headed to

Jekyll Island in

southern Georgia for

the four day weekend

trip. They had some

great weather, great

food and lot’s of

sights to take in. They

took a stroll

enjoying the drift

wood on the beach,

and visited many of

the sights in the local

area. What a great

way to spend

Valentines day.

The second group,

consisting of Anita

Fender, Robert

Tew, and Karen

and Craig Miller,

took in a Vegas

style show at the

American Legion

on Howe Hall Road in Goose Creek. We were

treated to

Garth

Brooks,

Trisha

Yearwood,

Kenny

Rogers,

Dolly

Parton,

Willy Nelson and

“The King.”It was a

fun night of good

entertainment.

As we enter March,

we have lots of

activities and rides

on the calendar.

Hopefully we’ll see

everyone at some of

them. I look forward

to the beautiful

spring weather and the promise of warmer

temperatures and beautiful scenery coming

alive again after a winter hibernation.

Karen Miller

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Jekyll Island is located

about 10 miles east of

Brunswick Georgia. In

the 1770's general

James Oglethorpe

maintained an out post

on the island. In 1794 a

French family, the

Bignon's bought the

island. In 1886 the

Bignon family sold the

island to the Jekyll Island Club. The Jekyll Island

Club was limited to 100 members which included

the wealthiest American businessmen of the time.

Considered the most exclusive social club in the

country, its membership included the Astor’s,

Crane’s, Vanderbilt’s, Pulitzers, Morgan’s,

Gould’s, McCormick’s and Rockefellers. The

members built a large club house, now the Jekyll

Island Club Hotel, and a number of luxurious

"cottages". It was here that in 1910 the concept of

the Federal Reserve was conceived. The Federal

Reserve was founded by six wealthy financiers and

a U.S. senator. In 1931 it was estimated that 1/6 of

the world's wealth was controlled by the members

of the Jekyll Island Club. In 1942 the U.S.

government evacuated the island and in 1947 the

club sold the island to the state of Georgia. Today

Jekyll Island is a Georgia state park.

In addition to the historic district, Jekyll Island

offers ocean front hotels, restaurants, 4 golf

courses, hiking and biking trails all over the island

and plenty of beaches! It also has a great camp

ground, lots of good fishing, many other water

sports and a good size water park with a giant

water slide.

Our wonderful weekend began Thursday

February 11, 2016

with Dan and Evelyn

Pittman, Lupe and

Dee Carrera, Dennis

and Sue DeFendi,

Floyd and Kathy

Truluck, along with

Kathy’s mom Mary

Ogden, checking

into the Hampton

Inn, Jekyll Island.

And then we had two

brave cold weather

folks Rick and Esther

Palmer got checked in

and got their camper

setup up at the Jekyll

Island Camp Ground.

After every one had

checked in and gotten

settled we met for our

1st meal together at

“The Wee Pub”. We enjoyed wonderful

conversation and good food.

Friday morning all of us except for Rick and Floyd

headed to St. Simons Island for the day. We began

by wandering around and shopping at the St.

Simons’ Pier Village area. Located on the south

end of the Island, St. Simons' Pier Village district

serves as the downtown social hub and is a

popular destination for shopping, dining,

gathering on the pier, nearby lighthouse,

playground and picnic areas. Overlooking the

ocean and Jekyll Island across the way, you'll find

the St. Simons Lighthouse and Museum, Neptune

Park with its ocean side pool and facilities,

playground, miniature golf course, and an oak

shaded picnic area, fishing pier, public library and

theatre. We saw the St. Simons Lighthouse, built in

1815, but replaced many times. The1st one was a

harbor light, then a coastal light replaced it.

Located on the southern point of St Simons Island it

marked the entrance to St Simons Sound. The

lighthouse board raised the status in 1857 by

installing a 3rd order

lens, but is was

destroyed during the

Civil war. In 1870

work on the new one

started then

completed and lit in

September 1872. It

can be seen for 16

miles and is still

working to date.

We regrouped and headed to Palm Coast Café for

lunch. The weather was good so we sat outside in

the garden and enjoyed soups, salads, Greek

(Continued on page 11)

Valentines Weekend - Jekyll Island Trip

February 11 - 14, 2016

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plates and sandwiches. After lunch we walked

down to the pier then headed off for a tour around

the island. Meanwhile, still on Jekyll Island Rick

and Floyd are chasing golf balls around the Jekyll

Island Golf Course and having a wonderful day

enjoying the sun and golf cart rides. After their

game of golf they drove over to St. Simons to meet

the group for an early dinner at Barbara Jeans.

Then we headed back to Jekyll Island to the camp

ground for S 'mores around the camp fire at Esther

& Rick’s. For several folks it was the first time

eating s 'mores and we all enjoyed them very

much!

Saturday morning after breakfast we headed out to

the Jekyll Island Historic District on the west side

of the island for a tour of the Georgia Sea Turtle

Center. The Georgia Sea Turtle Center is a

hospital for sick and injured sea turtles, and is the

only rescue and rehabilitation hospital of its kind

in Georgia. The Center is open to the public and

offers an interactive

exhibit gallery and

rehabilitation pavilion

where you can see and

learn about sea turtle

patients. During the

nesting months of

summer (June and July),

(Continued from page 10) the center leads nightly turtle walks. Once the

turtles hatch in August, the center gives hatchling

walks at dawn a few times each week.

After the tour we

stayed in the historic

area and toured the

cottage shops and

imagined what it was

like over 100 years

ago! The historic

district is very

fascinating with many

beautiful buildings and gardens The district is

also just across the street from the marsh with

beautiful sunset views. We especially enjoyed the

beautiful live oak trees. Then we headed off to

visit Drift wood Beach at the north end of the

island. Down near the Jekyll Pier there is a curve

on the beach where you discover a bunch of

mangrove trees overlooking the ocean. Following

the trail we went straight to the Driftwood Beach!

Beach animals such as porpoises, egrets,

periwinkle snails, fiddler crabs and herons can be

seen from this unique area. The beach is

absolutely

beautiful with

driftwood

scattered

everywhere and

there are

horseback rides

on the beach by

a local tour

group.

Our Valentines' Day dinner was Saturday evening

at Zachary’s Grill in Brunswick where we enjoyed

a lovely evening together celebrating. Again, a

great time had by all, including Rick and Esther,

whom took a break from their camper.

Of course, then Sunday rolled around, and off we

go heading back home. All in all it was a

wonderful weekend, with great weather, fun by all

and we look forward to the next trip.

Kathy Truluck.

Valentines Weekend - Jekyll Island Trip (Cont)

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What’s Happening This Month and Beyond Here are some things that are coming up in the future. Submit info for this page to

admin@gwrra-sc-g.org .

Chapter Gathering

Our next gathering will be on March 5th. Plan

to arrive at 11:00am, so food orders can be

placed before we start our meeting at

11:30am. Food will be served at 12:30, or as

we finish the meeting. We will be meeting in

the back room, so just tell them at the desk

you are with the Gold Wing Group. We will

be given a 15% discount on any menu item,

excluding alcoholic beverages, so come on

out and find out what we have going on. And

weather permitting, we should have a after

meeting ride.

Key West Trip

We are planning a ride to Florida leaving Saturday

March 5 and returning Friday or Saturday March

11 or 12. The ride will be both back roads/

interstate and could include some night riding. We

could also experience traffic delays and inclement

weather. Two days will be 400 mile rides but we

will stop every 100 miles or so. Each person/

couple should book their own hotel rooms.

Excursions tentatively include an airboat tour of

Everglades, ride thru alligator alley, lunch in Key

West, Daytona Bike Week, obtain Dairy Queen

patch, and lunch in St Augustine. Will also try to

line up GWRRA chapter visits.

Itinerary:

March 5 Saturday

Ride to Clermont area - hotel 1 night

March 6-7-8 Sunday, Monday, Tuesday

Ride to Homestead area - hotel 3 nights

March 9-10 Wednesday, Thursday

Ride to Deltona area - hotel 2 or 3 nights

We will head back either Friday or Saturday.

Meet to Eats

We only have one meet and eat this month will

be at Madra Rua Irish Pub, 1034 E Montague

Ave, North Charleston on Thursday, 10 March.

This is almost at Virginia Ave in the old part of

N. Charleston. We will eat at 6:30.

Members Meal

Have you checked to see if you have earned

your free meal, or even a discounted meal. Our

Members Meal, will be on 24 March at

Easterby's Family Grille, 2388 Ashley River Rd,

Charleston. We will not eat until 7:00pm. You

MUST have your advanced tickets to attend,

since the chapter is paying our portion of the

meal you have earned. To get your tickets,

contact Evelyn Pitman or Mike Melton.

Three Chapter Gathering

This gathering will be hosted by Chapter S on

March 19th. The gathering will be held at the

Back Porch Restaurant in Prosperity. The

address is 11635 CR Koon Hwy. Prosperity SC.

Eat at 12:00 and Meet at 1:00 pm. We will meet

and depart from the Sunoco Gas Station in

Summerville, at the intersection of Alt 17 &

Hwy 176 at 8:30am.

Kathy’s Craft Night

Kathy's Craft is now the third Thursday of the

month, and this month will be on March 17th

from 7pm-9pm. This month, they will be

making Easter Wreaths. You will need plastic

eggs, ribbon or material, grass (plastic or

paper. For more info, contact Kathy phone at

843-509-9669 or email mkt321@comcast.net.

Maintenance Day

March maintenance day will be held at Floyd

and Kathy Truluck’s on Saturday, 12 March with

maintenance starting at 8am and eating

around 1:00pm. If you need help with

something, be sure to contact Mike to schedule

it, so we can make sure we have the tools

necessary. Bring your parts and supplies.

Don’t forget a covered dish, we all like to eat.

Monthly Plaque Capture

March’s plaque capture will be hosted by

Chapter “H” in York on March 26.

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MARCH 2016 GWRRA Event / Ride Schedule for Chapter “G”

Upcoming Events

9 Apr- Chapter “G” Frogmore & Education Seminars

21 - 23 April—Georgia Rally

12 - 15 May—Spring Mountain Trip

19 - 21 May—Alabama Rally

Ride To Eat

Eat at 6:30pm

10 MAR - Madra Rua Irish Pub, 1034 E Montague Ave, North

Charleston

24 MAR - Members Meal at Easterby's Family Grille, 2388 Ashley

River Rd, Charleston Eat at 7:00pm (You MUST have a ticket to attend)

THIS MONTH IN CHAPTER ‘G’ Everything on this calendar is subject to change. Check our online calendar for the most up to date info at www.gwrra-sc-g.org

5 MAR - Chapter Gathering & Ride - Logan's Roadhouse, 211 Azalea Square Boulevard, Summerville, Meet at 11:30am, Eat - 12:30pm, Ride afterwards.

10 MAR - Meet to Eat, Madra Rua Irish Pub, 1034 E Montague Ave, North Charleston, Eat at 6:30 pm

12 MAR - Chapter Maintenance Day. Eat at 1:00pm. MX starts at 8:00am

15 MAR - Team Meeting, 6:30 pm

17 MAR - Kathy’s Craft Night. Will meet at Kathy’s house. See newsletter article for more details.

19 MAR - Ride to 3 Chapter Gathering in Prosperity, SC. KSU at 8:30am from Sunoco at Alt 78 & Hwy 176.

24 MAR - Our Members Meal, will be at Easterby's Family Grille, 2388 Ashley River Rd, Charleston, Eat at 7:00pm. You MUST have advanced tickets

for us to pay for your meal or the portion you are due. Get your tickets at the Chapter Gathering, or contact Evelyn Pitman or Mike Melton.

26 MAR - Plaque Capture, Will be riding to SC-H in York, SC. More details to come

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

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6 7 8 9 10 11 12

13 14 15 16 17 18 19

20 21 22 23 24 25 26

27 28 29 30 31 1 2

Plaque Attack

Meet To Eat

Members Meal

Chapter ‘G’ Gathering & Ride

Chapter ‘G’ Gathering & Ride

Team Meeting

Chapter ‘G’ MX Day

Florida District Rally, Orlando - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - >

St. Patricks Day Daylight Savings Time - Move Fwd

Easter Sunday

Kathy’s Craft Night 3 Chapter

Gathering

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Key West Trip

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APRIL 2016 GWRRA Event / Ride Schedule for Chapter “G”

Upcoming Events

12 - 15 May—Spring Mountain Trip

19 - 21 May—Alabama Rally, Eufaula

14 - 16 July SC Rally, Anderson

31 Aug - 3 Sep—Wing Ding, Billings MT

Ride To Eat

Eat at 6:30pm

14 APR - St James Place Grille, 216 St James Ave, Goose

Creek

28 APR - Swig & Swine, 1217 Savannah Hwy, Charleston

THIS MONTH IN CHAPTER ‘G’ Everything on this calendar is subject to change. Check our online calendar for the most up to date info at www.gwrra-sc-g.org

2 APR - Chapter Gathering & Ride - Logan's Roadhouse, 211 Azalea Square Boulevard, Summerville, Meet at 11:30am, Eat - 12:30pm, Ride afterwards.

9 APR - Chapter Frogmore & Education Seminars, At Guy’s house. Seminars start at 9am. Eat at 1:00pm. Advance tickets must be purchased.

10 APR - Ride for the Kids, Columbia. Registration starts at Noon.

14 APR - Meet to Eat, St James Place Grille, 216 St James Ave, Goose Creek, Eat at 6:30pm

19 APR - Team Meeting at Rio Chico Mexican Restaurant, 1724 State Road, Summerville, SC

21 APR - Kathy’s Craft Night.— 7PM.

28 APR - Meet to Eat, Swig & Swine, 1217 Savannah Hwy, Charleston, Eat at 6:30pm

30 APR - Plaque Attack - More info to come.

Chapter ‘G’ Gathering & Ride

Plaque Attack Meet To Eat

Meet To Eat

Kathy’sCrafts Night

Chapter ‘G’ Gathering & Ride

Team Meeting Georgia District GWRRA Rally, Dolton - - - - - - - - - - >

Easter Sunday

Frogmore & Education Seminars

Ride for the Kids, Columbia

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Spring Mtn Trip

MAY 2016 GWRRA Event / Ride Schedule for Chapter “G”

Upcoming Events

14 - 16 July SC Rally, Anderson

31 Aug - 3 Sep—Wing Ding, Billings MT

Ride To Eat

Eat at 6:30pm

12 MAY - Carolina Ale House, 191 Sigma Dr, Summerville

26 MAY - Ms. Rose's Fine Food & Cocktails, 1090 Sam Rittenberg

Blvd, Charleston

THIS MONTH IN CHAPTER ‘G’ Everything on this calendar is subject to change. Check our online calendar for the most up to date info at www.gwrra-sc-g.org

2 MAY - Chapter Gathering & Ride - Logan's Roadhouse, 211 Azalea Square Boulevard, Summerville, Meet at 11:30am, Eat - 12:30pm, Ride afterwards

12 - 15 MAY - Spring Mountain Trip, Murphy, NC

12 MAY - Meet to Eat, Carolina Ale House, 191 Sigma Dr, Summerville, Eat at 6:30pm

17 MAY - Team Meeting, Location TBD

19 MAY - Kathy’s Craft Night.— 7PM.

26 MAY - Meet to Eat, Ms. Rose's Fine Food & Cocktails, 1090 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, Charleston, Eat at 6:30pm

28 MAY - Plaque Attack - More info to come.

Chapter ‘G’ Gathering & Ride

Plaque Attack Meet To Eat

Meet To Eat

Kathy’sCrafts Night

Mother’s Day

Chapter ‘G’ Gathering & Ride

Alabama Rally / Convention, Eufaula- - - - - - - - - - - - - - > Team Meeting

Spring Mountain Trip - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - >

Memorial Day

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THE BULLETIN BOARD

FFFRIENDSRIENDSRIENDS FFFOROROR FFFUNUNUN, S, S, SAFETYAFETYAFETY ANDANDAND KKKNOWLEDGNOWLEDGNOWLEDGEEE

MARCH

George Dangerfield ................ March 7

John Lewis ............................. March 8

Joe Cooper ............................. March 10

Jeanie Hyatt ........................... March 25

Diana Carrera ......................... March 25

Richard Carter ....................... March 27

MARCH

ANNIVERSARIES

REGION / DISTRICT EVENTS

17 - 19 March — Florida Rally, Orlando 21 - 23 April — Georgia Rally, Dolton 19 - 21 May — Alabama Rally, Eufaula

14 - 16 July — SC Rally, Anderson 31 Aug - 3 Sep — Wing Ding, Billings, MT

13 - 15 Oct — MS Rally, Gulfport 27 - 29 Oct — Region A Rally, Eufaula

The weather is getting better and more motorcycles are out on the roads. Remember the

drivers of cars have not used to seeing a lot of bikes. So while you’re riding, make sure you can

be seen and stay alert. Be alert and have a GREAT riding season.

Note: If you are new to Chapter ‘G’, or if we've missed your birthday or anniversary, please send an email to Evelyn Pittman pittmaneb@gmail.com. Include your name, birthday (no year needed) and anniversary (also no year needed).

(Only one we know about)

Richard & Cindy Carter ... March 19

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If any of you take a ride and would like to put in a story and pic...

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Send them to us. Remember, this newsletter is only as good as the people sharing their

information. Thank you each and everyone for all you do.

Send me anything you would like. Ron Morris moroutback@yahoo.com or text 843-513-9910

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