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GWRRA National President
Anita Alkire
Directors
Ray & Sandi Garris
Rider Education Directors
Bob & Althea Berry
Member Enhancement Directors
Larry & Penny Anthony
Director Training
Clara & Fred Boldt
Deputy Directors
Bob & Nancy Shrader
SC District
Directors
Buddy & Kim Summer
Assistant District Directors
J.W. & Yolanda Worley
Bill & Judy Dunaway
John & Karen Higgins
COY Coordinator
Mary & Mike Coral
Membership Enhancement
Coordinators
Jean & Rich Kitko
District Treasurer
Mary & Mike Coral
Rider Educator Coordinator
Jean & Rich Kitko
MAP Coordinator
Jon & Donna Horning
District Trainers
Don & Rhonda Weed
District Couple Of The Year
David & Melissa Timbs
The Official Publication of the GWRRA Tri County Wings, Charleston, South Carolina ......................................... April 2018
TRI COUNTY WINGS TRI COUNTY WINGS
Gold Wing Road Riders Association
Gold Wing Road Riders Association
South Carolina District
CHAPTER “SC-G”
BERKELEY • CHARLESTON • DORCHESTER
The “G” Force! Friends for Fun, Safety and
Knowledge
NEXT CHAPTER GATHERING April 7th & May 12th
Education Seminar at 10am Gather at 11:00am, Meet and Eat
at 11:30am at Logan’s Roadhouse
211 Azalea Square Blvd, Summerville, SC
Chapter “G” Officer Team
Chapter Directors
Mike Melton & Anne Sheets
843-847-1444
Assistant Directors
George & Gloria Servant
508-868-7217
Chapter Treasurer
Anita Fender
843-478-0989
Chapter Ride Coordinator
Craig Miller
843-345-7890
Membership Enhancement
Coordinators
Vacant
2018 Couple of the Year
Mike Melton & Anne Sheets
Chapter “G” Support Team
Activity Coordinator
Anita Fender
Goodie Shoppe
Gloria Servant
Newsletter Editor
George Servant
Webmaster
Mike Melton
Web Editor
Bob Loomas
Inside this Edition:
Article____________________ Page From Your Chapter Director ..... 2-3 Assistant CD……………………...4-5 Rider Ed/Sherri’s Introduction…...6 What’s Happening ........................ 7 Chapter Challenge………………...8 Recipe .......................................... 9 On the Lighter Side……………….10 Calendars .............................. 11-12 For Sale ....................................... 13 Goodie Shop/What’s Going On .. 14 Birthdays & Anniversaries ......... 15
Chapter Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/
groups/262035834162728/
Chapter Website:
http://gwrra-sc-g.org
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Last month was another busy month, and believe it or not, this month will be extremely busy.
We started off the month with our Chapter Gathering, and this month, we did a breakfast
meeting at Ryan’s. We had a fairly good turnout with 28 people. Food was good, and we had a
lot of laughs. Chapter R (Orangeburg) even came to visit… of course, bearing gifts. Wade
presented us the infamous Hot Potato. Thanks Wade. Afterwards, we took a ride down for the
Blessing of the Bikes. Then we were off to our Saturday activities, because of the high wind
gusts.
We had a Meet to Eat that was not very well attended, but thanks to two couples who kept the
spirit. Then we zoomed off to Daylight Savings Time. Have you recovered yet? It is still messing
with me. But, we had a good turnout for our Team Meeting so if you do things later in the day,
people are more apt to survive the change.
Then I was off to teach a TRC (Trike Riders Course) in Myrtle Beach, and some of our members
joined the class. Some came out and were able to help with marking the course, which we
followed up later with the classroom portion on Friday night. We did the parking lot portion
Saturday morning, and enjoyed the cooler weather which was nice. And many thanks go out to
Bill Dunaway from Chapter “J” who helped coordinate the use of this parking lot. By the way,
everyone passed.
The ride up to Prosser’s in Myrtle Beach on Saturday was cancelled, partially due to no one
responding they wanted to go, and I think that was partially because of the forecast for rain. But,
like in most areas, we had a short 20 minute shower, and everything cleared up for the rest of the
afternoon.
We had some folks to go to the Florida District Rally in Orlando, FL. I have not heard yet who
won the motorcycle. We also had another Meet to
Eat at Castillo’s Ristorante & Pizzeria. What a
turnout. We had 24 people there, with only 1
guest. And they kept pushing tables together until
they ran out, and then some folks joined us in the
booths beside of us. It seems we always have a
good turnout here, so maybe we should do this
location more often.
We followed this up with a PGR (Patriot Guard
Riders) ride up to their Meet & Greet in Columbia.
We had some who couldn’t go, because they
decided to go see the commissioning of the USS (Continued on page 3)
Chapter Directors 2018 Chapter Couple of the Year
Mike Melton & Anne Sheets P.O. Box 61885, North Charleston, SC 29419
843-847-1444
From your Chapter Directors
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Ralph Johnson at the Charleston Harbor (see next page). But, those who rode up to Columbia
was a nice casual back road ride, with great weather. Same was true for the ride home.
So, that just about wraps up the month of March. Now to address some other things.
One, thing is a message from one of our members. Some of you are familiar with Black Tom
Road, up in the Cross/Moncks Corner neck of the woods. It is reported as NOT a good road for
motorcycles, of any kind now. Apparently, the recent weather caused a lot of pot holes to
develop, along with some of the road just dissolving. So, until Berkeley County can get it
repaved (which happens to be planned, but no date set), you may want to avoid this road. And
the comment was, it was even rough on the four-wheel cage, so just a word to the wise.
Next up. I would like to address what our chapter is about. First of all, we are a family
organization. Not all of us will see eye to eye all the time. The adult thing to do is to agree to
disagree sometimes. But what I will not accept is publicly criticizing, slamming, or just bad talk
about our members. We don’t come to the rides or gatherings for drama, so please don’t bring
them in. If you have a problem, conflict, or disagreement, you are welcome to bring that to me,
and we can address a plan to work on this. Sometimes, we have people who are having health
issues, which can also affect their personality. If I know that, I can warn issues off. Not that it is
my job to be the peacekeeper, I will dutifully appoint myself as the drama squasher.
Another thing. We do have members who are not doing well. When I know about it, I try to
keep in touch, and see if there could be a helping hand. Not everyone wants a helping hand, but
most of us will not turn down a prayer, so if you have something in your life, let me know. It may
not be me helping with your situation, but I will reach out to members who may have had a
similar situation.
Last up, we have lots of things in store for the chapter. Next Months (April’s) Gathering will be
back at Logan’s Roadhouse at our normal times. There will be a Seminar at 10am, come in the
side door. Then we will start gathering at 11:00am, then have the gathering/eat starting at 11:30.
Next month is also our double points month, so maybe we will have some friends from the other
chapters to come join us.
Also next month, I will be teaching an ARC-R (Advanced Riders Course-Refresher) up in Liberty.
There is no classroom for this, but there is extra time allocated on the range for discussion.
Course will be on Saturday, April 7, so contact me if you have a desire to attend.
We also have the Spring Mountain Trip planned for April. This will be a four day trip, leaving out
Thursday morning, and returning on Sunday. There are some great rides up in the Little
Switzerland, NC area. So, if you are interested, contact me.
And that said, we are looking forward to October for our Fall Mountain Trip (or Fall Trip). We
are looking for ideas. Two we have so far is a weekend at Ironhorse Motorcycle Lodge & Resort,
taking us to close to Fontana Lake, and the other suggestion is a Waterfall Trip to Highlands, NC.
Do you have another suggestion? Do you like one of these.
PLEASE… give us some feedback so we can plan what you
want to do.
And with that, that’s all this month.
Until next time, ride safe, ride often, and be thankful,
Mike Melton
(Continued from page 2)
From your Chapter Director (Continued)
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Assistant Chapter Directors
George & Gloria Servant George - 508-868-7217
Gloria - 508-345-5228
email - [email protected]
USS Ralph Johnson Commissioning On March 24th, we had the privilege of attending the Commissioning Ceremony of the USS
Ralph Johnson (DDG 114) in Charleston Harbor. As a US Army Veteran, I
had no idea what to expect, but was looking forward to the experience
and learning about what happens in the commissioning of a new United
States Navy Ship.
We waited patiently for months anticipating the events and finally a
few days prior we received our Ceremony tickets and Parking Pass. In
an email, we were advised to get there early to get good seats and we
arrived about 8 AM, which afforded us great seats up front with the
friends and family of Ralph Johnson.
We learned that Marine Private First Class Ralph Henry Johnson was a
Charleston native who followed his boyhood dream and volunteered to serve
his country in a time of war. On March 5, 1968 in the Quan Duc Valley of
Vietnam, PFC Johnson’s reconnaissance patrol was attacked on Hill 146 by
approximately 40-50 enemy soldiers. When a grenade landed near him, PFC
Johnson yelled a warning and without hesitation, hurled his body to cover it
and shield his fellow Marines. He absorbed the full impact of the blast and
was killed instantly.
On April 20, 1970, President Richard Nixon presented the Medal of Honor,
the nation’s highest honor, to PFC Ralph Johnson’s family. He is interned at
the Beaufort National Cemetery.
About the Ship: It’s keel was laid on September 23, 2014 at
Huntington Ingalls Industries in Pascagoula, Mississippi.
Later christened by the Ship’s Sponsor, Mrs. Georgeann
McRaven, on April 2, 2016. The new ship was delivered to
the Navy on November 15, 2017. Other century old traditions
followed, such as Mast Stepping and designing the Crest and
the Pennant, and something I had learned about some time
ago—the Plankowner. Tradition states that, according to the
sacred law of the sea, each Sailor who serves as a member of
the commissioning crew owns one plank of the ship, which
he or she may claim after the ship is decommissioned and
disassembled. Since ships are no longer built of wooden
planks, the tradition continues and each Sailor receives a commemorative plank and certificate to
honor the occasion and the right to claim the title of Plankowner.
(Continued on page 5)
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USS Ralph Johnson Commissioning (continued)
This Ship is the Navy’s latest addition as an Arleigh Burke Class Destroyer.
It is 509 ft long, displaces 9,250 long tons, has a maximum speed of 30+
knots, has a compliment of 30 Officers and 260 Enlisted. It has 4 GE LM 2500
gas turbine engines, 3 Rolls Royce gas turbine generators and carries 2 MH-
60 R/S Helicopters. The Radar, Sonar, and Electronic Warfare Suites act as its
sensors. The most impressive is it’s armament: too many to list all of them
even if I knew what they are. They include a Vertical Launching System,
Tomahawk Land Attack System, Evolved Sea Sparrow Missiles, Anti-
Submarine Rockets and Torpedoes, 4 5” Guns, and Phalanx Close-In Weapon
Systems. It is the fastest, most capable AEGIS Guided Missile Destroyer in
the US Navy’s Fleet. It’s Motto is “CELER SILENS MORTALIS” (Swift Silent
Deadly). Suffice it to say it is built for war. Period.
About the Ceremony: Starting with
the Arrival of the Official Party, “Ruffles and Flourishes” was
heard , followed by a 19 gun salute. The Honor Guard was a
mix of Sailors and Marines from Joint Base Charleston. The
National anthem was sung and an Invocation was offered by
Reverend Collins, Pastor at Shiloh AME Church. A host of
dignitaries, including Mayor Tecklenburg, Senator Scott,
Governor McMaster, Commandant of the Marine Corps
Neller, and others spoke briefly about PFC Ralph Johnson,
his legacy and the confidence that the crew will live up to
the challenges ahead.
Ralph Johnson’s sister, Helen, introduced several family members that followed in his footsteps in
different branches of the military and spoke of Ralph’s growing up in Charleston and fulfilling his
dream of becoming a Marine and recounted many acts of giving he was best known for as a boy.
Finally, Secretary of the Navy Spenser placed the ship “In
Commission”. Commanding Officer Patterson reported the
ship to duty to Operational Commander Mahon, who then
set the first watch and manned the ship with a crew with the
command: “Bring
Her to Life”. The
entire crew runs up
onto all the decks of
the ship, the United
States Flag is hoisted
and the ship is fired
up.
What a great experience for the hundreds, if not thousands,
of guests seeing a commissioning for the first time.
Wishing you fair winds and following seas!!!
George and Gloria Servant
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District Rider Educator
Rich Kitco
6 Ernie Court
Irmo, SC 29063
843-240-3392
Richard Kitko, SC District Rider Educator
Practice
It is that time of year again, “Spring” you say! No, Practice time. Some of us have been
lucky enough to be able to ride all winter, at least occasionally but others have been out
rarely. Before it finally warms up fully and the rides get in full swing now is a good time to
get in some practice.
Although a TRC or ARC or other structured class is good you don’t need a class to practice
some essential skills. All you need is a vacant parking lot and something to use as cones.
Tennis balls cut in half or even some sheets of paper held down with fishing sinkers. Find a
school or church lot that isn’t being used, doesn’t need to be large, just vacant.
Your practice doesn’t need to be elaborate either. Set up some markers in a straight line
10 or 15 feet apart and weave back and forth between them. Sounds easy, but you may be
surprised! As you get better move markers closer together. This also gives you a u-turn at
each end, something many riders have trouble with. Also do figure 8’s which gives you a turn
in each direction.
These two simple exercises will help get you in shape and are the building blocks for all
formal training courses.
Remember, riding up and down the road and turning in and out of the driveway doesn’t
require much but what about an emergency situation where a quick swerve or a turn around
on a small road is required? Practice a few essential skills and be ready.
I am Sherri Pawlak and I would like to like to introduce myself to everyone in
Chapter G, “Tri-County Wings”. At one of the meetings they discussed
needing an Adult CPR/AED and First Aid course for the Level’s that needed to
renew. I offered my services as an Instructor as well as my equipment. Since
that time, I have taught two courses and trained 13 members. I will continue to
offer these courses at the needs of the membership.
I would also like to offer a course in Child and Infant CPR for those who
have young children at home as well as grandchildren that visit, especially
over the summer. If you are interested, please see me at any of the meetings
or contact me at [email protected].
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Ten Free Things to Do Around Charleston
1. Riverfront Park in North Charleston on the bank of the Cooper River. See the Greater
Charleston Naval Base Memorial honoring the many military personnel and civilians who
served our country.
Challenge: Take any picture of the Memorial.
2. The architectural marvel of the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge spans the Cooper River. Walk the
2-mile pedestrian lane. Free parking at Memorial Waterfront Park, Mt. Pleasant.
Challenge: Take a picture of the bridge.
3. Admire the majestic Angel Oak Tree on Johns Island. Its canopy of branches spans 17,000
square feet.
Challenge: Take a selfie with the tree.
4. Visit Charleston’s Historic City Hall (80 Broad Street) constructed in the early 1800’s. The
gallery located on the second-floor houses portraits of famous visitors.
Challenge: Take a picture of a portrait in the gallery.
5. Visit Summerville’s quaint downtown and stop in at Guerin’s Pharmacy (the oldest in SC)
for an old-fashioned ice cream float.
Challenge: Take a creative selfie inside the pharmacy.
6. Visit Riley Waterfront Park located off of Concord Street in the heart of downtown. Walk
the covered pier and then make a wish at the Pineapple Fountain.
Challenge: Take a picture of the fountain.
7. On most Fridays, The Citadel Cadets parade the grounds, sometimes presenting awards
and recognizing notable individuals. www.citadel.edu/root/parade-schedule.
Challenge: Take any picture on the grounds. Be creative.
8. Charleston is home to America’s only tea garden. Visit the Charleston Tea Plantation on
Wadmalaw Island and take a complimentary tour.
Challenge: Take a picture of their sign at entrance.
9. To see the Morris Island Lighthouse, built in 1876, drive as far north as possible on East
Ashley Ave, Folly Beach, park and then prepare for a ¼ mile walk (follow the signs).
Challenge: Take a picture of the lighthouse.
10. The Circular Congregational Church Cemetery (150 Meeting Street) is likely the oldest
English burial ground still in existence. The earliest unmarked grave dates from 1695.
Challenge: Take a picture of the earliest unmarked grave.
FUN CHAPTER CHALLENGE
Are you up for a challenge???
Visit the Ten Free Attractions listed below by May 31st.
Follow the challenge instructions for each location.
Post your Challenge Picture to our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/262035834162728/
or email them to [email protected]
Track everyone’s progress on the Chapter Facebook page.
One point awarded for every Like,
Two points awarded for any of the other emoji’s.
NOTE: If you don’t do Facebook, email your pictures with attraction number and
caption, to [email protected] and we will post them for you.
Good Luck Everyone!
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Recipe of the Month
Chocolate Zucchini Bread
Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup Dutch process cocoa
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
1/4 cup canola vegetable oil, or melted coconut oil
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups packed shredded zucchini
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, divided
Preparation Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-by-5-inch loaf
pan with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and sea salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, add the eggs, melted butter, oil, vanilla extract, and brown sugar. Stir until smooth. You might have a few small brown sugar clumps and that is fine.
Stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, don’t overmix. Stir in the shredded zucchini until just combined. Stir in 3/4 cup of the chocolate chips.
Pour batter into prepared pan. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of chocolate chips over the top of the bread. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the
bread comes out mostly clean, you might have some melted chocolate chips on the toothpick
and that is fine. You just don’t want a lot of gooey batter.
Remove the pan from the oven and set on a wire cooling rack. Let the bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Run a knife around the edges of the bread and carefully remove from the pan. Let
the bread cool on the wire cooling rack until slightly warm. Cut into slices and serve.
Note-if you use coconut oil, make sure it is melted and slightly cooled. The bread will keep on the
counter, wrapped in plastic wrap, for up to 4 days. This bread also freezes well. To freeze, cool
the bread completely and wrap in plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 1 month.
Defrost before slicing.
Submitted by Anita Fender
April Trivia Question: Which country covers the most time zones?
Last month’s Trivia Question: Where can you find the world’s steepest street?
Answer: Baldwin Street, Dunedin, New Zealand
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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
Chapter G Gathering
Our next Gathering will be on Saturday,
April 7th and is back at Logan’s Roadhouse,
211 Azalea Square Blvd, Summerville. We
will have an Educational Seminar “A View
From the Rear: Co-Rider View of Riding” at
10am. Gather at 11am, Meet and Eat at
11:30am.
ARC-R Course
Also on April 7th, Mike will be conducting an
ARC-R in Liberty, SC. This is a refresher
course and requires that you have had an
ARC or MSF course previously. There is a $35
charge to help cover expenses. If interested,
contact Mike Melton at 843-847-1444 for more
details.
Road Captain Course
Planned for Saturday, April 14. Save the date
on your calendar. Look for details in
upcoming g-mails. The course will consume
most of your day, but includes some riding.
Co-Riders are welcome.
Team Meeting Our next Team Meeting will be on Sunday,
April 15th. At TJ’s BBQ & Burgers, 214 St.
James Ave, Goose Creek. We meet at 4:00 PM
and break for dinner when the food is served.
Please let Mike know if you plan to attend.
The meeting is open to all members who
would like to come see what it takes to run a
chapter, or has a ride or activity suggestion
they would like to share with the team.
Meet to Eats We have two Meet to Eats scheduled for this
month. The first Meet to Eat will be on April
12th at Moe’s Southwest Grill, 4948 Centre
Pointe Drive, North Charleston. The second
one will be on April 26th at Willie Jewells Old
School BBQ, 8983 University Blvd, North
Charleston. We will eat at 6:30pm. Come on
out, bring a friend, and let’s have a great
time.
Spring Mountain Trip
Our Chapter Spring Mountain Trip is taking
us to Little Switzerland, North Carolina. We
blocked rooms at Big Lynn Lodge last Fall and
the reservations were moved to April 19
through 22 after we had to cancel due to
hurricane damage and flooding. The
mountain view rooms are sold out, but other
rooms are still available at the $115/night
rate, which includes breakfast and dinner.
We will have one long ride winding us
through the mountainside; and then two other
shorter rides the next day. All rides this year
will be a more relaxed ride.
Look for more information as to departure
times, group rides to the mountains, etc., in
future g-mails from Mike. Let’s get together
and enjoy some great mountain rides.
Progressive Dinner
We are planning a Progressive Dinner on
Saturday, May 26th. This will be a fun ride to
three Chapter Member’s homes to take part
in three dinner courses. Locations will be a
surprise as you go from one to the next. The
cost is $5 per person. Our host members are
preparing some of their favorites. Put this on
your calendar!
More info will follow next month.
District Thrill Chill Campout
The SC District is hosing a Campout and
Picnic at Santee State Park October 26 and 27.
District has blocked campsites 1 through 48 in
the Cypress Lakefront Loop B area. The
District Picnic is on Saturday, October 27 and
Mike will put together a ride up to the picnic
for those that are not camping. Should be a lot
of fun. Mark your calendars now!
(Campsites are available from Thursday,
October 25 though Sunday, October 28)
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ON THE LIGHTER SIDE
Ponderings (Some Things to Think About, But Not Too Seriously)
Did you ever notice that when you blow in a dog’s face, he gets mad at you, but when
you take him for a car ride, he sticks his head out the window.
If a pig loses its voice, is it disgruntled?
If love is blind, why is lingerie so popular?
Why is the man who invests all your money called a broker?
When cheese gets its picture taken, what does it say?
Why is a person who plays the piano called a pianist but a person who drives a racing
car not called a racist?
Why are a wise man and a wise guy opposites?
Why do overlook and oversee mean opposite things?
“I am” is reportedly the shortest sentence in the English language. Could it be that “I
do” is the longest sentence?
If lawyers are disbarred and clergymen defrocked, doesn’t it follow that electricians
can be delighted, musicians denoted, cowboys deranged, models deposed, tree surgeons
debarked, and dry cleaners depressed?
What hair color do they put on the driver’s licenses of bald men?
I thought about how mothers feed their babies with tiny little spoons and forks so I
wondered what do Chinese mothers use? Toothpicks?
Why do they put pictures of criminals up in the Post Office? What are we supposed to
do, write to them? Why don’t they just put their pictures on the postage stamps so the
postmen can look for them while they deliver the mail?
You never really learn to swear until you learn to drive.
Last night I played a blank tape at full blast. The mime next door went bonkers.
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April 2018 GWRRA Event / Ride Schedule for Chapter “G”
Upcoming Events
May—SC District Rally
May—AL District Rally
May—Chapter Progressive Dinner Ride
Meet To Eat
Eat at 6:30pm
12 Apr— Moe's Southwest Grill, 4948 Centre Pointe Dr, North Charleston
26 Apr— Willie Jewells Old School BBQ, 8983 University Blvd, North
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
7 APR - Chapter Gathering & Seminar– Chapter Gathering - Chapter Gathering - Logan's Roadhouse, 211 Azalea Square Boulevard, Summerville,
Meet at 11:30am, Eat - 12:30pm. Education Seminar starts at 10am. Come in side door..
12 APR - Meet to Eat, Moe's Southwest Grill, 4948 Centre Pointe Dr, North Charleston, Eat at 6:30pm.
15 APR - Team Meeting, TJ’s BBQ & Burgers, 214 St. James Ave, Goose Creek, Meet at 4:00pm
19-22 APR - Spring Mountain Trip to Little Switzerland, NC
26 APR - Meet to Eat, Willie Jewells Old School BBQ, 8983 University Blvd, North Charleston, Eat at 6:30pm
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 2 3 4 5 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 1 2 3 4 5
Meet To Eat
Team Meeting
Meet To Eat
Education Seminar & Chapter ‘G’ Gathering
TN District Rally,
Spring Mountain Trip
Spring Mountain Trip
SC District Rally
ARC-R Liberty, SC
Road Captain Course
JB Charleston Air Show (Thunderbirds)
Newsletter Deadline Tax Day
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May 2018 GWRRA Event / Ride Schedule for Chapter “G”
Upcoming Events
Jul—GA District Rally Aug—Wing Ding in Knoxville, TN
Meet To Eat
Eat at 6:30pm
10 May— Donatos Pizza, 220 Azalea Square Blvd, Summerville,
24 May— St. James Place Grille, 216 St. James Ave, Goose Creek
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
3-5 May - SC District Rally in Newberry, SC.
10 MAY - Meet to Eat, Donatos Pizza, 220 Azalea Square Blvd, Summerville, SC Eat at 6:30pm.
12 MAY - Chapter Gathering - This month, will be at Ryan’s, 1314 N Main St, Summerville, Eat at 8:30am, Meet at 9:00am.
15 MAY - Team Meeting, Meet at 6:30pm
17-19 MAY - AL District Rally in Mobile, AL
24 MAY - Meet to Eat, St. James Place Grille, 216 St. James Ave, Goose Creek, SC Eat at 6:30pm
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
29 30 1 2 3 4 5
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
Meet To Eat
Team Meeting
Meet To Eat
Education Seminar & Chapter ‘G’ Gathering
SC District Rally, Newberry, SC
Mother’s Day
Memorial Day
MAD Event, Rest Area
AL District Rally Mobile, AL
Progressive Dinner Ride
Chapter Maintenance Day
Cinco de Mayo
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FOR SALE
2009 Gold Wing GL 1800 Trike Champion trike conversion. Approx. 69,000 miles. Steam Special Edition Windshield,
Trailer Hitch with wiring, Utopia Backrest, Kuryakin Luggage Rack, Kuryakin
Passenger Armrests, Fog Lights, Trunk Carpet, Air Wings, Ring of Fire, CB Radio, Lots
of Chrome. Garage kept. Excellent Condition. Asking $24,000 (negotiable).
Call Lupe Carrera at 843-834-4327 or 843-563-6323 or email at [email protected]
Alcan Traveler “Clamshell” Trailer Perfect for pulling behind your motorcycle or
other use. Approximately 44” wide by 60”
long. Excellent condition. Complete with
interior carpet, luggage rack, spare tire and
bearing buddies. Uses standard 1.875” ball
hitch. The wheel bearings, bearing buddies,
tires, wiring and lift supports are all new
except for one trip of approximately 900
miles. Clean title. Asking $800 OBO.
Call or text Bill @ 843-200-9980
Rear Wheel for Gold-
wing GL1800 – True
roundness has been
tested.
Price $50
Call Bill at 843-200-9980
NEW BATTERY
Brand new never installed & still in box battery for
GL1800. YUASA Powersports AGM Maintenance Free
Battery, YTX20HL-BS, The battery has the same physi-
cal dimensions as the stock battery except this one is a
little heftier. V=12, Ah=18, CCA=310, Wt=12.4,
L=6.875”, W=3.4375”, H=6.125”. Found out I did not
need it after I got it, so will sell it to you for $65.
Call Bill at 843-200-9980
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The Goodie Shop Even G-Force wears his
Chapter Hat. Where’s yours?
Available in Red, White & Black
Only $12.00
What’s Going On In The Area
Apr 6 - 8 – Flowertown Festival, Summerville
http://www.flowertownfestival.org
Apr 12 -14 – SC BBQ and Shag Festival,
Hemingway
http://www.scbbqshagfestival.org/
Apr 13-15 – World Grits Festival, St. George
http://worldgritsfestival.com/index.html
Apr 20-21 – Pickens Azaleas Festival,
Clemson
http://pickensazaleafestival.com/
Apr 29 – Blessing of the Fleet and Seafood
Festival, Mount Pleasant
https://experiencemountpleasant.com/
events/blessing-of-the-fleet/
May 4-5 – Strawberry Festival, Fort Mill
http://www.scstrawberryfestival.com
May 5 – Annual Dragon Boat Festival,
Charleston
http://
www.charlestondragonboatfestival.com
May 10-12 – SC Poultry Festival, Columbia
http://scpoultryfestival.com/
May 19-20 – Blue Crab Festival, Little River
http://www.bluecrabfestival.org/
May 25 – Jun 10 – Piccolo Spoleto Festival,
Charleston
http://www.piccolospoleto.com/
Jun 15-24 – Watermelon Festival, Clemson
http://www.hcmelonfest.org/
Events_Schedule.html
Jun 15-24 – History Alive Festival, Greenville
http://www.greenvillechautauqua.org/june-
festival/
Jun 23 – Dragon Boat Race, Beaufort
http://www.dragonboat-raceday.com/
– Submitted by MJ & John LeBlanc
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THE BULLETIN BOARD
FRIENDS FOR FUN, SAFETY AND KNOWLEDGE
APRIL
BIRTHDAYS
Robert Tew .......................... April 8
Deborah Johnson ................. April 9
Bobby McGehee ................... April 10
Mike Melton .......................... April 11
Fred Hull .............................. April 15
Bruce Bohon ........................ April 20
Floyd Truluck ....................... April 20
Anita Hull ............................. April 29
VARIOUS DISTRICT
EVENTS
3 - 5 May — SC Rally, Newberry 17 - 19 May — AL Rally, Mobile 2 - 4 Aug — GA Rally, Dalton 29 Aug - 2 Sep—Wing Ding
Tis the season to be rainy… and they can pop up out of nowhere. Are you prepared for the wet
roads? Check your tires and make sure you have plenty of tread. Pack your rain gear and always
have it ready. Make sure you have some type of eye protection to keep the rain out of your eyes.
And don’t forget that footwear. Nothing’s worse than water standing in your boots!
Note: If you are new to Chapter ‘G’, or if we've missed your birthday or anniversary, please send an email to Mike Melton at [email protected]. Include your name, birthday (no year needed) and anniversary (also no year needed).
(Only ones we know about)
Bob & Lynne Singletary ...... April 5
Frank & Doris Pellegrini ..... April 21
APRIL
ANNIVERSARIES