Gold Wing Road Riders Association Chapter AB-A A (Calgary) Newsletter LAKE LOUISE December, 2008/January, 2009 Wing Wag www.goldwingcalgary.com Text and Photos: Holly Braden September 28, 2008 W hat a wonderful day it was for the last scheduled ride of the season. I was happier than most as it was my first time on the motorcycle in two years. Knee replacements have really made the difference. The breakfast table held almost 30 people, this always happens on nice days and this one was fabulous. The breakfast dice pot was won which added to the excitement too. Chapter members intending to go on the ride signed up for the poker run. The first two cards were drawn in the parking lot as everyone was getting ready. Underway, we had 15 bikes and 18 people. Half an hour later we were on the final stretch of 16 th Ave. westward bound. Two more bikes caught up with us as we passed (Continued on page 3) Jan 9-11 Jan 12 Feb 9 Mar 28 Coming Events 2009 Motorcycle Show Monthly Meeting Monthly Meeting First Aid Course What s Inside Christmas Party 2008...2 2009 Motorcycle Show...4 Travel Pics...6 Safety First...8 News & Notices...9 Classifieds...10 Calgary Area Staff Listing...10
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Wing Wag December, 2008/January, 2009 Page 3 (Continued from page 1) through Montgomery (they are only riding as far as Bragg Creek and then heading back). At Bowfort Rd. Ron & Betty s son joined us. Once at Bragg Creek we had to wait while two of the riding groups arrived. Finally all together, 14 bikes now and we draw two more cards. Then we head south toward Hwy. 762. We weren t able to go through the twists and turns as fast as most wanted Once we reached the first cattle guards, we realized that the road had been repaired. As we travelled further west we also noted that the repaired pavement only went as far as the Blue Rock Campground. From the campground to the Blue Rock Picnic Area was the same old pot holed surface we road over 2 years ago. Surprisingly, there was a lot of space to park the bikes though. We had a bit of a problem finding a table, just missing 2 that we could have used. Bob spread out the table cloths, we all opened our lunch bags, sat at the one table, stood or sat on the ground and gabbed. We drew our final card Brenda won with 2 pair. The conversation gradually turned to the bees that were flying around. Bob explained that they were drones, thrown out of the hive. Last time we were here, the bees were docile enough to be picked up. This time they were more flighty and zipped away. More conversation led to Bob telling us about his bee keeping hobby of the past. Darryl asked if there was a scientific name for a bee keeper. Anyone know if there is a special name for them? After lunch, Sid suggested that we visit Sheep River Falls on the way back. It was not far. A short but difficult walk to me but thank you to everyone for their help down the slope and up again. Sid had us all go out to a rocky ledge above the falls for a picture. Brenda stayed up top to take a picture of all of us. I took a picture of her too. to do, as we were following a truck and horse trailer who were going a moderate speed. Once in Turner Valley, we waited while Susan fueled up her bike. Just west of Turner Valley we see a sign which reads Blue Rock 38 km. It s beautiful out here. The leaves are just turning, not as yellow as in the city though. It s a warm day without being hot. Wonderful! WW
Wing Wag December, 2008/January, 2009 Page 4 Just a reminder to all about the upcoming 2009 Calgary Motorcycle Show at the Roundup Center, Stampede Grounds. The show dates are as follows : January 9 January 10 January 11 We are looking for volunteers to man our booth. If you are able to help please let me know what day and time you are available and I will do my best to fit you into that time. If you are unable to volunteer for a full shift at the booth but are planning to attend the show please feel free to stop by and offer a relief period for those that are working. Let them go for a coffee etc. We also need people to submit pictures of motorcycle trips that they have been on or from group gatherings. These pictures can be sent to Alex Middleton on a Cd or DVD disc. Thanks to all our great volunteers without you this show could not be a success. Thanks also to the Chinook Sony Store for graciously providing us with a TV to present photos on at the Motorcycle Show. Alex Middleton (403) 274-4223 rider education @ goldwing calgary.com
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Wing Wag December, 2008/January, 2009 Page 6 Photos by: Gord Stevenson Our fearless leaders on the Kalispell/Radium Trip. Group photo from the Blue Rock Picnic Ride
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Wing Wag December, 2008/January, 2009 Page 8 If you are interested in attending any courses please contact Alex Middleton at rider education @ goldwing calgary.com to express your interest or for additional information. Scheduled Courses: First Aid Course for March 28, 2009 which is a Saturday. The course will cost about $35.00 and anyone interested in taking the course please contact Alex at the above email address. WW Writers Wanted 1020 Meridian Rd. N.E. Calgary, AB T2A 2N8 If you have a story about your recent motorcycle adventures we would love to share it with the other GWRRA members by publishing your story in the Wing Wag. Please email your stories to Lisa Miller at editor @ goldwing calgary.com
Wing Wag December, 2008/January, 2009 Page 9 1. We all like to travel on our Gold Wings and one of the special things about travel is the memories we capture with our cameras. Why not share some of your favorite photos with other GWRRA members. Please send some of your favorite travel photos with a brief caption for the new section Travel Pics on page 6, please be sure to tell me who took the picture so credit can be given. Send your pictures to wingwag @ telus.net in either.jpg or.gif format. 2. Calgary Motorcycle Show will be held at the Round-Up Centre January 9, 10, and 11 in 2009. Volunteers are needed to man our booth as are pictures from group events or members motorcycle trips. We want to express a tremendous THANK YOU to the Chinook Sony Store for providing our group with a TV to use at the Motorcycle Show to display all of the wonderful pictures that our members have provided. WW
Wing Wag December, 2008/January, 2009 Page 10 Classified Ads The Classified ads are free to all members and associates of the GWRRA. While advertised items do not have to be Gold Wing related, we do insist that all ads pertain to motorcycling. Ads will appear on a space available basis for one month. Should you wish to continue to run your ad for a second or succeeding month, you must resubmit or renew your ad. Deadline for submission is the 25th of the month preceding publication. To post an ad or if the item is sold or the offer withdrawn, please contact Lisa Miller at: editor @ goldwing calgary.com CLASSIFIED ADS Synthetic Amsoil Oils and Filters available thru Brian Perrin. Special pricing for G.W.R.R.A Members. Arrangements can be made to pick up at monthly meetings. Contact Brian Perrin by Email at Quartermaster @ goldwingcalgary.com or call 403-620-4223 to order. FOR SALE: Cool vest XXL $25.00 Phone # 403-912-9116 CALGARY AREA STAFF Chapter Directors Jim & Dorothy Baker (403) 285-0063 chapter director @ goldwing calgary.com Assistant Gary & Susan Premech (403) 238-8478 Chapter Director assistant chapter director @ goldwing calgary.com Quartermaster Brian Perrin (403) 241-7955 quartermaster @ goldwing calgary.com Newsletter Editor Lisa Miller (403) 288-0845 editor @ goldwing calgary.com Treasurer Darryl Snyder (403) 284-8425 treasurer @ goldwing calgary.com Ride Coordinator Rod Banman (403) 208-8142 ride coordinator @ goldwing calgary.com Rider Training Don Martin (403) 281-4687 rider training @ goldwing calgary.com Rider Education Alex Middleton (403) 274-4223 rider education @ goldwing calgary.com Rider Course Terry Burrell (403) 333-9914 Instructor rci @ goldwing calgary.com Social Coordinators Carol Myers (403) 254-1649 social 1 @ goldwing calgary.com & Susan Premech (403) 238-8478 social 2 @ goldwing calgary.com Membership Darryl Minsky (403) 286-9711 Enhancement webmaster @ goldwing calgary.com Coordinator & Webmaster November 50/50 Winner Bo Wasilewski GWRRA TOLL FREE NUMBER (CANADA & US) 1-800-843-9460 NATIONAL LEADERS Executive Director Melissa Nordeoff (623) 581-2500 Natl Dirs for Cdn Ops Ron & Carol Hodgson (403) 309-5001 Natl Rider Ed Director Dave Hay (205) 923-8664 Region J Directors Phil & Margaret Craven (250) 353-7108 District Directors Ross & Audrey Woolsey (780) 922-2670 NOTE: Email addresses in this publication are displayed in a manner that will deter automatic address harvesting programs. This step is taken to reduce unsolicited email to any email addresses we post. We regret any inconvenience caused for our legitimate visitors. REMOVE ALL THE SPACES IN THE EMAIL ADDRESS TO MAKE IT WORK.
Wing Wag December, 2008/January, 2009 Page 11 EVENT SCHEDULE DAY/DATE EVENT AB-A SPONSOR Jan 9-11 2009 Motorcycle Show Jan 12 January Monthly Meeting Feb 9 February Monthly Meeting Mar 28 First Aid Course Monthly Meetings Monthly meetings are held on the 2nd Monday of each month. This is a time to share information and to meet old and new friends who like to ride together for FUN, Safety and Knowledge. See you at the next meeting at the Fox Hollow Golf Club, 9th Street and 32nd Avenue N.E. Dinner @ 6:30; Meeting at 7:00 PM. Friends for Fun, Safety, and Knowledge Come ride with us...everyone Welcome! For the latest updates on what we are doing and where we re going, check out our website: Rain, snow or shine, we meet for breakfast every Sunday morning about 9 AM. This is a great year round way to stay in touch with your GWRRA friends. So, if you have missed the opportunity to join us for breakfast recently, why don t you come on over to the Fox Hollow Golf Club, 9th Street and 32nd Avenue N.E.
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