Nishna Valley Wings
Iowa Chapter P
News Letter
Chapter P
September
2008
Chapter P Representatives
Jo Allen- Director 712-527-4229
Lowell Forristall-712-486-2222 -Assistant Director
Bryan Sowers-Treasurer 712-825-3008
DESTINATION FRIENDSHIP!
RIDE OFTEN, RIDE WITH FRIENDS,
AND RIDE SAFE!
Please call or email!
Mary Krueger 712-741-2239 cell 402-681-6751 mlbk@fmctc.com
IOWA G W T A DESTINATION FRIENDSHIP
Chapter P Update
On August 23rd, the meeting was hosted by Bruce and Sandy Lumpkin at the Dew Drop Inn in McClelland. We had 4 members present. Many absences due to attendance at Iowa Fun Fest, Donia Days, and other local events.
On September 7th, the meeting hosted by Jay and Susan Perkins was held at the Viking Lake Restaurant. We had 16 members and 1 guest present. After breakfast and chapter meeting, Jay and Susan led us on a colorful ride around SW Iowa. .
Davis Rally in September
Topic of Discussion-bold-old Discussion Action/Follow up
business
Chuck Wyant attended and reported many vendors, many new people to meet and had large crowd-despite other events reporting lower attendances.
Chuck Wyant helped with registration, Mike and Mary Krueger helped with Fun Run stop.
Meeting place will be former Pamida parking lot in Oakland
Chapter dues are required to remain in GWTA
1. Director changes
2. 2009 Fun fest site is Storm
Lake, August 13, 14, & 15th.
3. Chapter P CB channel use
Deb and Jo expressed their thank you to group for support during the loss of their loved one
Requirements and responsibilities were discussed. Potential nominees are to review their ability to fulfill and bring decision to next meeting.
Many chapters are seeing declining roster-trend of free memberships offered last year are the ones not being renewed. Other trends include work-family responsibilities deter participation
Group is determining location for group vacation
Reminded group to review and keep basic skills in mind. Watch road debris/construction/animals. Watch for curbs, pavement changes, and intersections ( 180 degree sweeps)
Jo and Bryan strongly recommended 3 Flags Ride in So. California.
Request for nomination of new Chapter director. Group requested list of responsibilities and expectations of Director. Concerns expressed regarding personal time required to fulfill the duties of the Chapter Director.
Discussed past events or contests, ride nights, and what to try to generate most interest
Informational. Chuck encouraged the members to attend next year.
Iowa Fun Fest
Informational
We have found some great food
and roads- join us!
Dues will be paid.
Chapter P members who have CB radios use Channel 22.
Memorials were given to Library in Deb’s mother’s hometown. Memorial service will be in Malvern, on September 21 at 2PM at the Baptist Church.
Potential nominees are to review their ability to fulfill and bring decision to next meeting.
Mary will review latest roster and send renewal reminder to each individual
Informational. Contact Susan Perkins or Mary Krueger with ideas.
Keep Safe until next season!
Very good ride, many fellow riders, met the American Legion Riders!
Potential nominees will be contacted with information regarding responsibilities, expectations, and time required. Postponed until next meeting.
Group does not wish to create a competitive attitude as the “bottom line is friendships, fun, and freedom
Our motto is to ride often, ride safe, and ride with friends.
Evening rides-6:30PM
Chapter Dues.
Review of Iowa GWTA State meeting minutes
Thank you
Family of the Year nominations
Individual memberships
2009 Summer Trip
Safety Director- Chuck
Sights to See
Chapter Director nominations
Chapter events
Meeting adjourned at 1030.
2008 Chapter P Meeting Schedule
Dates, Times, and Places subject to change to accommodate GWTA Rides and Events!
MINTS Ride- Three States- One day- one ride! A benefit for the EMTs of the area towns. 100% of profits will go to the area EMTs. For information about lodging, church services or anything else: Contact Steven Middaugh 712-382-2081 or ns25midd@peoplepc.com
Detailed maps provided. Members of Rescue Squad will patrol the route.
Free tour of Lewis and Clark Center in Ne. City.
NE Chapter G-Last Fling Campout in conjunction with Chapter Z Daytime Festivities at Applefest in Woodbine, IA
Camping at Prairie Rose State Park
Dinner Saturday night
Harvey’s 7th Annual BBQ & Campout
317 Elm Street, De Soto, IA
Lake County Riders Colorama
KOA in Eureka Springs, AR
Toga Party Fall Follies
Howard Hotel Riverside
3333 Ramada Road Hwy 281
Ramada Rd
Grand Island, NE
GWTA Chapter I 5th Annual February Thaw
Noon til???????????????????
Valley west Inn
3535 We town Pkwy, West Des Moines, Iowa
Signature ride of 76 miles from Hamburg to Rock Port to Auburn to Nebraska City and back to Hamburg. If you like hills, it has your hills.
The other ride will be 36 miles fairly flat miles. Entry: $24 with shirt, $19 no shirt. Breakfast: Hamburg Rescue Squad will be serving pancakes, eggs, sausage and juice/coffee. $4.50 adults and $3 children.
Ride Starts at Fire Station on Main Street in Hamburg, IA Register between 7 & 9 AM. Start anytime between 8 & 9 AM.
Camping questions:
Contact Peggy Hakanson
402-659-0686
RSVP to:
Bill or Jean Pierce 402-571-8741
Rick & Patti Harvey
515-249-8713
Wiliferd Lair 417-343-9227
Proceeds to benefit Amanda the Panda
Inquiries:
Dennis Irvin 515-402-5189
Donna McCullough 515-979-4248
September 14, 2008
September 26-28
October 3-4 2008.
October 10-12, 2008
Date Event Details
Event Details Date Time Place Hosts
Time Place Hosts October 5 10AM NOT 9AM Annual Leaf Ride Meet at Emerson E Stop. All Members and Friends!
Goal is to be at Bedford’s Junction Café by
1PM for their famous strawberry dessert.
November 1 TBA TBA-to celebrate Daylight Savings Time Mike & Mary Krueger
TBA TBA-to celebrate Daylight Savings Time Mike & Mary Krueger November 8-9, 2008
February 7, 2009
