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GWRRA - REGION F - NEW MEXICO DISTRICT

February 2016 Vol.1 Issue 2 Enchanted Wings Newsletter

Gold Wing Road Riders Association -Friends for Fun, Safety and Knowledge

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NATIONAL:

GWRRA Director: Ray and Sandi Garris [email protected]

GWRRA Deputy Director, Region F&I: Mike and Lynn Briggs [email protected]

REGION:

GWRRA Region F Director: Keith and Teresa Morrison [email protected] (505) 922-9250

GWRRA Region F Assistant Director: Mark Davis [email protected] (505) 379-1210

GWRRA Region F Assistant Director: Joyce and Rick Elmore

GWRRA Region F Assistant Director: Cathy and George Diaz

DISTRICT:

NM District Director: Dave and Lisa Bachman [email protected] (505) 934-6165

NM District Assistant Director: Mark Davis [email protected] (505) 379-1210

NM District Assistant Director: Janet and Gary Longhurst [email protected] (505) 459-0690

NM District Membership Enhancement Coordinators:

MaryLou and Phil Johnston [email protected]

NM District Rider Educator: Chris Boyle [email protected] (505) 350-0844

NM District Leadership Trainer: Harry Jenkins [email protected] (505) 730-6267

NM Couple of the Year: Bill and Becky Brown [email protected]

NM District Treasurer: Margie Green [email protected]

NM Motor Awareness Coordinators: Mark and Dorothy Rowe [email protected]

NM Medic First Aid: Walter Clement [email protected]

NM Goodie Store: Judy and John Metts [email protected]

NM District Photographers: Bill and Becky Brown [email protected]

NM District Webmaster: Mark Davis [email protected] (505) 379-1210

NM District Newsletter Editor: Richard Mummey [email protected] (505) 239-4070

National, Region, District Staff

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District Directors

Dave and Lisa Bachman

Well by now I hope you’ve heard the New Mexico District is joining forces with Region F for a joint Rally in Albuquerque, NM

to be held at the Marriott Uptown from May 27-29, 2016. We are looking forward to seeing you all there to share good times

with all your old friends and with the friends you have yet to meet.

There will be twice as much FUN to be had, because you get 2 Rallies for the price of one. With the Rally being on New

Mexico’s home turf we are planning on showcasing the area with some of the can’t miss things to do when you get some

down time from all the events and activities at the Rally. We are planning rides, some guided some self-guided, cool places

to see, like the Balloon Museum, the Nuclear Museum and maybe a ride on the world famous Tram, as well as a chance to

experience some of the stellar food establishments in the area.

I can’t begin to tell you how excited we are to be able to team up with Region F for what is sure to be an epic good time. We

are all looking forward to everyone coming to Albuquerque so we can showcase our great city and the surrounding area. See

you in May, make your reservations now.

Reflecting on the opening quote brings to mind another quote I’ve often heard and try to live by. “No Risk, No Reward” We

can all skate through life without upsetting the apple cart, but honestly where’s the fun in that. Do you think Sir Isaac Newton

discovered gravity by sitting back and relaxing under a tree, oh wait, that is kind of how it happened. We didn’t just fall onto

the moon, we had to take risks, and imagine the reward of that adventure.

The Risk/Reward situation is alive and well in our District and our Chapters. We’ve got people stepping up and stepping out

in an effort to increase the Fun, Safety and Knowledge for our members. We’re planning a ride to WingDing, a huge Motorist

Awareness event, a ride on the Green Chile Cheeseburger trail, a DQ statewide eat-a-thon, and ways to get more people

involved with the fun.

You may be thinking to yourself, my ideas will never work, or maybe I’ve got great ideas, but how do I implement them. Re-

member no man is an island, we are all here to work as a Team. Get out and visit other Chapters, States, and Regions, see

how and what they are doing and bring some ideas back to your Chapter and put your spin on them. To loosely quote Ray

Garris ‘Once you get 5 miles from an event, the idea is up for grabs’. This is good advice, take it. If you’re not sure how to get

that idea that’s banging around in your head share it with someone, they may be able to help you succeed. The only people

who never accomplish anything are those that never try anything. So come on JUMP!

Ride Hard or Stay Home

David & Lisa Bachman

New Mexico DD

“Don’t be afraid to take a big step if needed. You can’t cross a chasm in two

small jumps.” Anonymous

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Assistant District Directors

Gary and Janet Longhurst

What does that mean to people?? I’m sure some of my lady readers know what it means to them, whether they suffer it now or

previously in their lives ! Men may also have their own understanding of what that means too, having lived through it with a

loved one.

But, I was enlightened as to a whole new meaning on a group text I was included on last weekend!

PMS stands for PARKED MOTORCYCLE SYNDROME, and that is something I am sure a lot of us are suffering everyday of

this Winter. Some of us can’t ride as we have had surgery, others like myself have no rider available as they have other com-

mitments. I have told Gary that I keep going out to the trike and patting it saying “there there”, and that we will be back on the

road soon. Don’t want it to think we have forgotten it. Not riding is very weird !

There is going to be a lot going on in the District with rides and everyone needs to keep a close eye on this newsletter as an-

nouncements are made about rides during Region/District Rally (May 27th-29

th, Memorial weekend). There will be a Poker Run

too at Rally with a” local theme”.

There also is to be an organized ride to Billings, Montana for Wing Ding, which is Labor Day weekend. Gary is working on that

ride, all I know is we plan to leave Albuquerque on Saturday August 27th.

Chapter W has announced its DQ competition in their last month’s newsletter and that entails a lot of riding (or driving if you

prefer). Check it out .

All in all there is a lot going on and the weather is warming up so stop that PMS feeling and get out there!! Be safe

Janet Longhurst, Assistant District Director

PMS

Tombstone,

Arizona 2015

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NM District Membership Enhancement Coordinators

MaryLou and Phil Johnston

Now a word from one of our sponsors

February is here! This means GWRRA members are gearing up for spring, warmer weather and many awe-inspiring adven-

tures. Phil and I, along with six other Chapter C - NM members, just returned from a month stay in Ehrenberg, Arizona. We

left New Mexico after the December blizzard and were able to enjoy somewhat warmer temperatures and the beautiful Colo-

rado River. Trailering our trikes, we traveled to Arizona by RV. Finding the mountains and desert beautiful, we rode our

trikes along the Colorado River. Lake Havasu is breathtaking and the London Bridge is a marvel.

Now that we are home, we plan to channel all of our energies into promoting the District Membership Enhancement Pro-

gram. We are particularly excited about the 2016 combined New Mexico District and Region F Rally. This is a perfect oppor-

tunity for members to support their Couple, Individual and Chapter of the Year candidates, both at the District and Region

level. Let them know how proud you are of their accomplishments, they’ll appreciate it.

Until next month…ride safely and have fun!

MaryLou and Phil

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NM District Rider Educator

Chris Boyle

As most of us are aware and appreciate, GWRRA (Gold Wing Road Riders Association) has a comprehensive and impres-

sive range of training and recognition programs available to members through the Rider Education Program. The intended

purpose is to make the motorcycle environment safer by reducing injuries and fatalities, as well as increasing motorcyclist

skills and awareness.

One such program is the Levels Program and below is a summary of each of the four Levels.

Level I: Safety by Commitment

Also referred to as Safe Miles, this Level is simply one where the Rider/Co-rider are committed to safe motorcycle operation

and express an interest in furthering their rider education.

Although there is no mileage requirement to enter Level I, safe riding miles can be tracked since joining GWRRA. Level I is

recognized by the below patches and accident free miles are accumulated in increments of 5,000 miles. Mileage pins are

available in 5,000 mile increments and may be updated annually. Rocker patches are also available reflecting 100,000,

200,000, etc. Safe Miles.

Level II: Safety by Education

Level II is also referred to as Tour Rider. This Level represents the Rider and Co-Rider’s commitment to be safer and more

knowledgeable riders by taking approved riding courses at regular intervals. Courses that fall under this category include the

Motorcycle Safety Foundation programs, United Sidecar Association course, Canadian Safety Council programs, and

GWRRA’s Advanced Riding courses, including the Trike Riding course.

Completing one of these courses along with 5,000 safe miles qualifies the member for Level II. Within our District, most peo-

ple seem to take the Advanced or Trike Rider courses which are great fun and build skills and confidence. Please remember

that you will have to retake these courses since they expire after 3 years.

For the Co-Rider, there is an excellent Co-Rider seminar and "Two Up" programs to assist in their role in safe motorcycle

operation.

Level Up

Cont. on pg.7

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Level III: Safety by Preparedness

Level III is also referred to as Certified Tour Rider/Co-Rider. It represents the commitment of the Rider/Co-Rider to be pre-

pared in the event of an accident to give aid and possibly save lives. This is done by being knowledgeable in First Aid/CPR

and carrying a first aid kit on their motorcycle at all times.

The member must also take a Motorist Awareness seminar to qualify for Level III and be current in Level II.

Level IV: Safety by Enhanced Commitment and Preparedness

Level IV is the most prestigious of the Levels and is referred to as Master Tour Rider/Co-Rider. The Master Level commitment

is shown by a demonstrated history of safe miles and current certification in both First Aid and CPR. Additional requirements

include being current in Level III for one year and have 25,000 Safe Miles, as well as being committed to riding with “Proper

Riding Gear” at all times.

Additional recognition for the Master Level includes:

Senior Master (5 years from year of Level IV)

Grand Master (10 years from year of Level IV)

Life Grand Master (15 years from year of Level IV)

I hope this summary gives members a better idea of the requirements and benefits of each Level. Also, I encourage members

to view their GWRRA online training record to see if any of their training is approaching expiration or is already expired. For

those already participating in the Levels, I am sure many will see that their particular Level is not active due to expiration of

some course or for other reasons. Your Chapter Educator can help you sort through this and keep you moving forward on

your Levels and overall training goals.

*Safety Has No Quitting Time

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NM District Leadership Trainer

Harry and Amy Jenkins

Why should I go to Conventions?

This question has been asked of me more than once so I decided to put my answers to paper.

Camaraderie - getting to meet other GWRRA members from your District, Region, and the nation and if you’re real

lucky some from other countries plus seeing old friends just like a big reunion but with people you like.

Learning opportunities – The number of classes that are available. At most District convention you will have Ad-

vanced Rider Course (ARC) Trike Rider Course (TRC), First Aid/CPR, and a multitude of Rider Education Classes. At

region you will have these, plus Officer Certification Program (OCP), University Trainer Development Program (UTDP)

and Leadership Training Program (LTP) Classes just to name a few. At Wing Ding you will have these and more.

Bike and Light shows – you don’t have to enter to have fun watching and looking at some great looking bikes and to

see a great light show of what some of our members have done with their bikes.

The ride to and from the convention

Venders from near and far with some Great Deals

Games, on bike games and some off bike games

Mascots viewing/saving (HINT)

Awards, Couple of the Year (COY), Individual of the Year (IOY) and Chapter of the year just to name a few.

FUN FUN FUN FUN FUN FUN FUN FUN FUN FUN FUN FUN FUN FUN FUN

Harry W. Jenkins II

Master University Trainer

Region “F” Assistant Leadership Trainer


Chapter "W" Ride Educator

First Aid/CPR Instructor

2013 NM District IOY

ATGATT

This is only a short list but I hope this answers your question of “Why should I go to Conventions?”

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NM District Newsletter Editor

Richard Mummey

District Newsletter Editor

Richard Mummey

Arizona District Rally—October 28-30, 2016 Lake Havasu City, AZ

http://www.gwrraaz.org/district/rallys/2016-az-district-rally/online-registration/

Colorado District Rally—August 11-13, 2016 Montrose, CO

http://coloradogwrra.com/Rally/Colorado/CoDistrictRally.htm

Texas District Rally—May 19-21, 2016 Temple, TX

http://www.gwrra-tx.org/news/2016Registration.pdf

Utah District Rally—July 15-16, 2016 Vernal, UT

https://calendar.google.com/calendar/event?

eid=bzJxZm9rbjhlNG1hbnQ4amptNmRobDlnZzggZ3dycmF1dGFoQG0&ctz=America/Denver

Other District Rallies

http://wing-ding.org/

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NM District Goodie Store

Judy and John Metts

Have you ever been on the 40-To Phoenix Ride? Have you ever wanted to go on the ride but didn’t because you didn’t

know anyone who was going? Or perhaps you felt like you wouldn’t really be part of the ride since Moriarty is the last stop

before Phoenix. I know it doesn’t sound very exciting to ride from Moriarty to Phoenix in one day, but we did it last year and

had a great time. Since we joined the ride when there was only a day remaining and all the groups were already assigned,

we rode with our own Chapter members which was very familiar and comfortable. That is until we left on the optional ride to

Chula Vista and down the Baja to Ensenada Mexico. Our other chapter members only rode as far as Phoenix then went

elsewhere to visit friends and family, so we were plugged into an existing group, which was a perfect match for us. What a

fun ride! In fact, we had so much fun we’re going to do it again in April, only this time we’re joining the group in Conway Ar-

kansas so we have the full benefit of the ride, well almost, since the ride starts in Wilmington two days before we join them

in Conway. I know a lot of people aren’t comfortable riding with people they don’t know, but we’ve had great experiences

when we’ve left our comfort zones and ventured into the unknown. Last year we rode to Chula Vista with John and Julie

from Florida, Orman from South Carolina, Greg from Pennsylvania and Bill and Cheryl from South Dakota. What a nice

group of people! We became friends very quickly and have stayed in contact through Face Book and e-mail. Unfortu-

nately, due to family commitments Orman and Julie and John won’t be joining the ride this year, but we look forward to see-

ing Bill and Cheryl and others that we met that weren’t in our riding group. We are also excited about meeting the new peo-

ple in the group in which we have been assigned in Conway.

We would like to invite anybody that wants to ride to Conway with us to please let us know and go the following

link and register for the ride. To register "Click" here. (http://utility.gwrra.org/40-to-phoenix-registration/)

You may only want to ride to Conway and back to Moriarty, it doesn’t matter! What matters is that if you want to join the

ride, you pick a spot where you want to start and where you want to stop! It may be El Reno OK, or Amarillo or Moriarty.

Ride the ride according to your own schedule. Russ Schaeffer, the ride coordinator will send you all the information you

need for hotels and meals after you register. Although the registration deadline is over, there are people who are cancelling

so there is a good chance there will be a spot for you. If you have never toured “The Home office” in Phoenix and met the

staff you will be in for a treat. There will be a reception, a tour of the building, door prizes, pins and patches, rides to various

attractions in the area and an optional meal with the group in the evening.

We are looking forward to visiting the GWRRA store at the home office and seeing all the products that are available for us

to put in the District Goodie Store. If you have visited the store on line and have seen anything you would like to see in our

Goodie Store, just give us a holler and a shout! So with that said, think about joining us for a ride that you will always re-

member and hopefully will want to repeat next year. In the meantime, have fun and most of all be safe where ever you

choose to ride.

Judy & John

40 to Phoenix Ride

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Training Weekend –February 20 & 21

Saturday 20 Feb - Officer Certification Program (OCP)

Where: Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 8600 Academy Rd NE, Albuquerque,

Time: 8-5

Bring –Pot Luck and a Great GWRRA Attitude

Coffee and water provided

Items I need from you: RSVP with Name, GWRRA membership number, and email address

Sunday 21 Feb - First Aid/CPR Room for 24 students

Where: Accessory Pit

Time: after Chapter W Gathering until 3ish

Items I need from you: RSVP with Name

Any questions can be sent to:

[email protected]

Cell – (505) 730-6267

Harry W. Jenkins II

Master University Trainer

Region “F” Assistant Leadership Trainer


Chapter "W" Ride Educator

First Aid/CPR Instructor

2013 NM District IOY

ATGATT

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Motorcycle Awareness Saturday May 14th, 2016 9am-2pm

San Juan Plaza (By Dunkin’ Donuts)

Schedule:

8am Setup Meet at Dunkin’ Donuts

Vendors Set Up Tables and Banners

Place Banner by Roadside

9am – 2pm Vendor’s Open for Business

Guide Parking for Bike Showing

Bike Washing

Bike Demonstrations for Public

CMA Prayer Booth – Get your Bike Blessed

2pm Break Down

2:30 Parade of Bikes

4pm Music, Munchies and Mayhem (GWRRA Invited Guests)

Meet at Mark & Dorothy’s Home

Hot Dogs, Burgers & More (Cooked by Fabulous Franks Food Trailer)

Award Ceremony

Bonfire Party

Sunday May 15th, 2016

9am Group Ride (location to be determined)

Possible Vendors: Mild to Wild (Knives), Off The Chain (Clothes), Honda Shop, Harley Shop, Kawasaki Shop, Speedin’ Motorsports,

Ultimate Audio, Upholstery & More

For More Information:

Mark & Dorothy Rowe (505) 402-3806

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“C” Clovis

1st Saturday 6:30 pm

Red Lobster

2601 N. Prince

Clovis, NM 88101

CD’s: Tom & Lorraine Weingates

(575) 762-5545

[email protected]

“F” Albuquerque

1st Saturday 7:30 am Eat ,8:30 am Gathering

Golden Corral

2701 Coors Blvd., NW

CD’s: Danny Branch & Crystal Salazar

(505) 480-5330

[email protected]

[email protected]

TX-”A1” El Paso

2nd Saturday 11:30 am Gathering

Rudy’s Country Store and BarB-Q 11:00 am Eat

6401 S Desert Blvd

El Paso, TX

CD’s: Tom & Lisa Evans

(575) 652-3114 p

(732) 809-2184 c

[email protected]

“N” Rio Rancho

4th Saturday Noon Gathering

Rub N Wood BBQ

4000 Barbara Loop SE

Rio Rancho, NM 87124

CD’s: Joe & Nancy Opuszenski

(673) 644-7539

[email protected]

“D” Farmington

2nd Saturday 9:00 am Gathering

Golden Corral

1715 E. Main St.

Farmington, NM

CD: Gary Greenfield

[email protected]

“R” Roswell

1st Saturday 11:300AM

Jan. April, July, Oct.

K-Bob’s 19th& Main, Roswell

Feb., May, Aug., Dec.

Stevens Inn, 1829 S Canal, Carlsbad

March, Nov.

Ranchers Steak House, 2022 N Turner, Hobbs

June, Sept.

K-Bobs, 157 US Hwy 70 Ruidoso

CD: David West

(575) 626-8326

[email protected]

“W” Albuquerque

3rd Sunday 7:30am Eat ,8:30am Gathering

Golden Corral

10415 Central Ave., NE

CD: Tom Brewer

(505) 604-7546

frankenankle2044@yahoo,com

New Mexico District Chapter

Gatherings

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The rally is coming and we don't want you to miss out!

Join your GWRRA Friends in Albuquerque, NM

May 27-29, 2016 for the combination GWRRA Region "F"un Rally and the New Mexico District Rally

Already registered? Thank you! We look forward to seeing you there and sharing the fun.

For more fun, bring a friend with you. That makes it even more fun for all!

Not registered yet? It's easy! For Rally Registration:

Or, you can send in a paper registration.

Pre-registration deadline is May 1st, 2016.

To download the Rally flyer:

The host hotel is the Albuquerque Marriott Have you reserved your room? They are going fast. You KNOW you

want to go!

Make your reservation NOW! Take advantage of the special rate we have just for you.

Albuquerque Marriott

For Hotel Registration:

In the coming weeks, we'll be highlighting

the 2016 Region "F"un Rally

with exciting details so stay tuned for more information.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Region F Directors

Keith and Teresa Morrison

http://gwrra-regionf.org/d7conv/

http://www.marriott.com/meeting-event-hotels/group-corporate-travel/groupCorp.mi?

resLinkData=Gold%20Wing%20Road%20Riders%20Association%202016%5EABQNM%

60gwrgwra%60109.00%60USD%60false%604%605/25/16%605/31/16%

604/29/16&app=resvlink&stop_mobi=yes

Join your GWRRA friends in Albuquerque NM

May 27-29, 2016 for the combined

GWRRA Region "F"un Rally and NM District Rally

at the Albuquerque Marriott

http://gwrra-regionf.org/sites/default/files/2016%20Convention%20Flyer.pdf

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