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APRIL 2012 PUBLICATION OF DALLAS TEXAS CHAPTER 1869 EST. 1985 CURRENT MEMBERSHIP 535

Trophy awarded to Steve Dye in recognition of Motor Cops for Kids reaching $250,000 in donations to the Shriners Hospitals for Children Musings from the Director By Ken “Papa Duck” Kennerly

Well the rains came and the wind blew, but that did not deter our hearty teams of chili competitors from giving their best efforts at the Regional HOG Chili Cook off in Abilene, Texas, last month.

Our two teams of Kerry and Alisha Turner, together with Diana Miller, Luis and Antoinette Guerrero gave a good showing on how to cook chili in rain and cold, but alas the winner and host for the 2013 Regional will be the DFW Chapter out of the Bedford Dealership. We will try again next year to bring the chili bowl to the Dallas H-D Dealership and I hope you will extend a thank you to each member of these two teams for their effort this year.

And on the subject of rainy events, mother nature tried to challenge us again during our 28th Annual St. Patty’s Day Run by giving us a morning of rain and a slight chill in the air. Fortunately, that did not deter over 63 members and guests from coming out and making the event another success. We walked the tables to draw our colored coins and had two very happy winners take home the winnings, along with almost everyone winning one of the fabulous door prizes that had been donated by Kristen and Dallas Harley Davidson, as well as several members. If you ever thought buying extra door prize tickets did not help, then check with Mike “Pokey” Riley who took at least six extra prizes home. We also tried something different this year, with so much moisture in the air, we decided not to cook burgers but instead had Tom Steger and Tommy Thompson make a run up to Church’s Chicken and pick up chicken and fixings to feed everyone. There was plenty of good food and it worked so well, we may look at doing it again someday soon.

We would not have had as much fun and success had it not been for those dedicated members, some who actually rode their scooters, who came out and supported our annual St Patty’s Day Run, along with all the volunteers who set it up, worked the tables, and cleaned up afterwards. A big congratulations to our Activities Officer Steve “Paw Paw” Scott for organizing and conducting the day. This was his first major event for the Chapter and he did a great job. Thanks Steve.

As a final note, MotorCops For Kids has received recognition from the Shriners Hospitals for Children of our meeting the $250,000.00 donation level this past year. There will be a plaque put into the lobby of the hospital in Galveston, Texas, soon also recognizing our commitment to helping those in need. Please take time to view the plaque and trophy sent to MotorCops here in this newsletter.

Well here’s hoping for some great riding weather in the coming months because, as always, your Road Captains are working on some exciting rides to take us on. So come out and see what kind of fun we can have together.

As always, I look forward to getting to visit with you at our next get together…

Till next time remember, It’s not the destination, it’s the journey! Papa Duck

Have you ever stopped long enough to think about what being a DHOG member is really all about? I hadn’t either until I had to write an article every month for the newsletter and now needed a subject.

First of all, it is a commitment to your Harley motorcycle, the one thing that we all have in common. When you buy your first Harley, you literally fall in love with the machine and you spend countless hours cleaning and servicing it. It is your new pride and joy. It is your freedom!

We also have the bond that brings us Harley Owners together, a bond that only we have and only we know what it means. Anywhere we ride, we meet other Harley Owners and it can mean an instant friendship, again, a friendship that only we know.

We have all the benefits that Harley offers only us, benefits that reach beyond our local dealership or Chapter. Only Harley Owners have all these. Aren’t we lucky?

We DHOG members have something not all Chapters have. We have the best General Manager, Sean Steimel, who is dedicated to our Chapter members and genuinely cares about us.

But the one thing that we DHOG members have that keeps us together, keeps us riding together, keeps us functioning as a family, is EACH OTHER. Yes, we have each other to depend on, to ride with, to have fun with on all our events, to socialize with, to watch out for each other, to take care of each other, to help each other, and sometimes share each other’s sorrow, but we have EACH OTHER. The Harleys are important, but WE are really the most important part of DHOG. So, go ahead and clean that bike, polish that sucker, show it off, love it, but above all, spend important time paying attention to your fellow DHOG family members. Make sure you say HOWDY to everyone, especially the newer members. Make a point to welcome everyone. Ask fellow members to sit with you at the events. Go out of your way to make the effort to thank all of YOUR Officers, YOUR Road Captains, because these are the people who sacrifice their time and expenses to insure that you DHOG members have a ride scheduled every week. And do not forget every VETERAN, specifically, DHOG VETERANS, who are darn special.

Don’t forget the Texas State HOG rally is right around the corner. Have you checked the schedule of events and decided what you want to get out of the rally? Well, you better get started.

Until next month,

Mike “Smokey” Carter HISTORY ENTHUSIASTS! Overnight Ride to `s Star House The Trading Post and Eagle Park Cache,

WHEN: Saturday April 28th and Sunday April 29th TIME: Kickstands up at 7:00 a.m. from Dallas Harley-Davidson HOTEL: Homewood Suites By Hilton (Reservations are to be made directly with hotel) 415 SE Interstate Dr. Lawton, OK 73501 580-357-9800

ITINERARY: We will ride directly to The Trading Post at Eagle Park in Cache, Oklahoma. The Trading Post contains an eclectic mix of American Indian arts, crafts, jewelry, pottery, convenience items, gasoline, and a family owned restaurant. The Trading Post and Eagle Park contains 14 historic buildings in various stages of preservation, including Quanah Parker’s Star House.

The Star House was the home of warrior and leader, Quanah Parker, and his family. Quanah was the last warrior chief of the Quahada Comanche, and the first recognized chief of all the various Comanche tribes. The Quahada band surrendered in 1875 and moved onto a reservation near . With the assistance of local cattlemen, Quanah constructed the large, two story house in 1890 near Eagle Mountain for himself and his five wives.

Interested in the full story of Quanah Parker? Empire of the Summer Moon: Quanah Parker and the Rise and Fall of the , the Most Powerful Indian Tribe in American History, by S.C. Gwynne. For the “Cliff Note” version visit the following website: http://jwadeharrell.wordpress.com/2011/12/07/eagle-park-cache-oklahoma-quanah-parker-frank-rush/.

Sunday morning’s return ride will include a scenic ride through the Wildlife Refuge.

If you are interested in joining us on this historic ride, email Kerry Turner at [email protected] or call 469.487.6092.

I AM BACK ONLINE AND UP AND RUNNING. I WANT TO THANK EVERYONE SO MUCH FOR JOINING US ON THE VALENTINES DAY RIDE. I AM WORKING ON ANOTHER PROGRESSIVE DINNER, SO IF YOU INTERESTED IN BEING A HOST JUST LET ME KNOW. FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO HAVEN’T BEEN ON ONE, IT IS A BLAST. WE HAVE A STOP FOR SALAD, RIDE, STOP FOR MAIN COURSE, RIDE AND END THE DAY WITH A DESSERT STOP.

WE HAD A GREAT YEAR IN 2011, AND PLAN0 ON DOING THE SAME FOR 2012. IF ANYONE HAS ANY IDEAS PLEASE SHOOT THEM MY WAY. WE ARE ALWAYS OPEN TO NEW IDEAS AND DESTINATIONS.

THANKS LADIES OF HARLEY!!!!!

CINDY “RAVEN”MARSHALL

LADIES OF HARLEY OFFICER

[email protected]

APRIL 2012 RIDE CALENDAR

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9AM 7 PM 7 AM LEA’S RED ROBIN LINDY’S Barry/Lynn Steve S/Tom P Tom P/James

10 AM – 4 PM Dallas H-D 10th Anniversary 11 AM New Members Meeting 12 NOON Chapter Meeting 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 EASTER 7 PM 9 AM NO RIDE COTTON PATCH BLUEBONNET Lynn/Tom P RIDE Steve Y/James 10 AM – 4 PM Battle of the Bands @ Dallas H-D 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 9:30 AM 7 PM 8:30 AM HARD 8 BBQ FLYING FISH BONHAM Lynn/Steve Y Bruce/Tom P VETERANS VISIT Mike C/Jason 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 9:30 AM 7 PM 6:30 PM 7 AM MARY’S CAFÉ CHILOSO KENO @ OVERNIGHTER James/Ken B Jason/Tom P CINDY’s EAGLE PARK TRADING POST Kerry/Bruce 10 AM BIKE PRACTICE Steve S 29 30 ALL RIDES LEAVE DALLAS HARLEY DAVIDSON 10:30 AM SHOP, 1334 CENTERVILLE RD, GARLAND AT TIME BILLY’S BAR & LISTED. GRILL CHANGES WILL BE POSTED ON THE DHOG Cindy/Ken B HOTLINE 972-354-0538. SUNDAY APRIL 1 9AM SATURDAY APRIL 21 8:30 AM Lea’s Restaurant Clyde W Cosper Texas State Veterans 701 N Crossroads Home Leonard, TX 1300 Seven Oaks Rd 903-587-2189 Bonham, TX

THURSDAY APRIL 5 7 PM SUNDAY APRIL 22 9:30 AM Red Robin Mary’s Café 5031 N Garland Ave 119 Grant Ave Garland, TX Strawn, TX 972-530-4700 254-672-5741

SATURDAY APRIL 7 7 AM THURSDAY APRIL 26 7 PM Lindy’s Chiloso 13425 Seagoville Rd 2455 Ridge Rd Dallas, TX Rockwall, TX 972-557-5659 972-722-8226

THURSDAY APRIL 12 7 PM FRIDAY APRIL 27 6:30 PM Cotton Patch Keno @ Cindy’s 909 E I-30 808 Fannin Rockwall, TX Lavon, TX 214-771-0372

SATURDAY APRIL 14 9 AM SATURDAY APRIL 28 7 AM Ennis Bluebonnet Trail Overnighter Eagle Park Trading Post (See Flyer)

SUNDAY APRIL 15 9:30 AM SUNDAY APRIL 29 10:30 AM Hard 8 BBQ Billy’s Bar & Grill 688 Freeport Pkwy 7522 Sam Rayburn Hwy Coppell, TX Anna, TX 972-471-5462 972-924-2424

THURSDAY APRIL 19 7 PM Flying Fish @ Firewheel 4430 Lavon Suite 388 Garland, TX 972-414-2248

Per the National Annual Charter for H.O.G. Chapters 1. Closed events are those chapter events which are open to chapter members and one guest per member. 2. Member events are events that are open only to H.O.G. members. 3. Open events are those chapter events which are open to chapter members, National H. O. G. members and other guests as desired.

I GOT YOU CHIEF, AND YOU NEVER SAW IT COMING!! By Paula Lowrie

Saturday February 18th was the Regional Chili Cook-off at Kent's Harley Davidson in Abilene, Texas. It was very well known that Lynn and I would not be attending the chili cook-off, as Lynn had made that very clear on the previous Thursday night dinner ride. I didn't even think we were going, and I wanted to go very much.

So after work on Friday, Lynn and I went to dinner and he made a comment that we should drive up to Abilene and stay in a hotel and then we would be there when everyone arrived. He didn't have to tell me twice, I was already mentally packing. To say I was excited was an understatement, I was already planning the moment my friends would be arriving the next day. I have been trying to come up with a way to pay back Ken “Chief” Ballard for my birthday event and this seemed like the perfect opportunity. I was almost too excited to sleep!

Saturday was wet and cold. We got up and drove over to the Harley shop and visited with Kerry and Alisha Turner, Diana Miller, Luis and Antoinette Guerrero, Tom Pittmon and Sean Steimel. I asked all of them not to mention to anyone that we were there and then we went to breakfast at IHOP. I got my first text from Angela Kennerly telling me that they were on their way to Abilene and that they were in three cars. I responded with great sadness that I couldn't be with them. I knew where they were going to stop for breakfast so I asked who had come, who was driving, who were passengers. So, I found out that Ken and Angela were together, Steve and Darla Webster had Richard Powers with them and Chief had Mike Carter and Mark Holloway with him. Let the fun begin! I was asked what I was doing -- well Lynn took me to IHOP, he knew how bad I wanted to go so he took me to breakfast. The next text I was at Walmart, I needed new tennis shoes. The next text I was at the shop, no I haven't seen anyone yet but it is raining and cold so maybe someone will show up later. The morning flew by as I was busy texting everyone with my disappointment at not being with them. I never lied, I was at all of those places. I can't help their assumptions. My partner in this was none other than Tom Pittmon. He called Chief and said that I was a lightweight for not coming. I immediately got a text telling me the consensus was I was a woos. How could I let that slide??? I call the one and only Ken B. and his first remark was "what makes you think anyone in this car wants to talk to you" to which I respond with what makes you think I'm going to let you get by with calling me a woos. The games continued until they finally arrived. My other partner, Sean Steimel had us get into the trailer that they had brought and he would bring everyone back. Finally, the moment arrived...... has anyone ever seen Ken Ballard speechless...... I have, and I have the photograph to prove it. GOTCHA ALL!

Steve “Paw Paw” Scott DHOG Activities Officer

Wow, here we are and it’s already April! I just don’t know where the time goes!

Although Mother Nature won out for the St Patty’s Day Event, I know I had a great time and hope you did too. It takes a lot of people to put on these types of events, so I would like to thank everyone that helped. SUPER THANKS to Ken & Angela Kennerly, Evelyn & Mike Carter, Tom & Julie Steger, Tommy Thompson, Tom Pittmon, Denise Hefner, James Pate, Jason Stafford, Cindy Marshall, Steve & Wendy Yeater, Bruce Robison, Richard Forbes, Lynn & Paula Lowrie, TJ & Terry Julian, Steve & Darla Webster, Barry & Diana Miller and Ken Ballard and everyone who jumped in to help.

Also I would like to say “Thank You Sweetie!” to my wonderful wife, Gigi, for all of her help and support.

Thanks to our sponsoring dealership, Dallas Harley-Davidson, for all the nice prizes. Thank you Sean and Kristen for all your help and support.

Yes, I’m am already thinking about the “Lone Star Run” coming this fall.

WAIT, we are just getting started on the riding season. I know our Road Captains have some fantastic rides planned for us all. With all the HOG rallies nearby, an overnighter or two, bluebonnets, dinner rides, lunch rides and breakfast rides coming up, you will have plenty of saddle time this summer. Plus we will throw in a few extra activities along the way. Cindy and I have been talking about a few things for the summer as well.

You may just want to drop by the shop, pick out a new bike or just make sure your current bike is ready to go.

At Your Service,

Paw Paw “So Let’s Ride!”

WHEN: APRIL 27 - 4TH FRIDAY FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL ONLY

WHERE: RAVEN’S, 808 FANNIN DRIVE, LAVON, TX 75166

TIME: 6:30 OR WHENEVER YOU CAN GET HERE.

BRING A COVERED DISH TO PASS, YOUR BEVERAGE OF CHOICE, $5.00 TO PLAY, AND A WRAPPED GIFT WITH NO NAME. IF YOU HAVE NOT JOINED US ON OUR KENO NIGHT, YOU MUST START, WE HAVE SO MUCH FUN.! GUYS, YOU’RE WELCOME TOO!! ALL PROCEEDS GO TO MOTORCOPS.

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE RAVEN LADIES OF HARLEY OFFICER DALLAS HOG

CINDY MARSHALL 972-333-1889 RAVENDALLASHOG@ YAHOO.COM

Thanks for buying a new bike or becoming a new member! The Dallas Chapter is looking forward to meeting you! Please plan on joining us for a new members meeting on the first Saturday of the month. Immediately following, we would be happy to have you join us for the Chapter meeting. One of our Road Captains will also have a ride in the afternoon following both meetings. We would love to have you there! Come meet us and find out how we got our motto: Ride to Eat!

NEW BIKES IN FEBRUARY

Oscar Molina Earl Shuemaker Jess Boyd Jack Clemmons Michael Davis Robert Fulton Erica Gammill Jerry Goff Robert Haas Jeffrey Hall Justin Harmon Greg Hogaboom Ronald Hogan April Horton David Longoria Seth McDowell Mark Montgomery Mark Moody Robert Morgan Jeffrey Morton LeMont Monish Debra Perry Shane Robinson William Sharp Andrew Tarbutton

NEW BIKES IN MARCH

Lynda Bynum Matthew Bynum Christopher Dixon Dan McPherson Patrick Sauls Timothy Sorem Gary Underwood Joe Wilhel Aren Wilson 2012 Board Members

Director Ken Kennerly (214) 384-6400 [email protected]

Assistant Director Mike Carter (214) 707-9976 [email protected]

Treasurer Wendy Yeater (214) 288-6840 [email protected]

Secretary Paula Lowrie (972) 977-3268 [email protected]

Activities Officer Steve Scott (214) 536-3525 [email protected]

L.O.H. Officer Cindy Marshall (972) 333-1889 [email protected]

Editor Melissa Pittmon (469) 766-8986 [email protected]

Web Master Bruce Robison (972) 489-2479 [email protected]

Communications Denise Hefner (214) 629-9326 [email protected]

Safety Officer Tommy Thompson (817) 401-3011 [email protected]

Head Road Captain Ken Ballard (214) 794-5634 [email protected]

Road Captain Tom Pittmon (469) 235-8808 [email protected]

Road Captain Kerry Turner (469) 487-6092 [email protected]

Road Captain James Pate (903) 292-9428 [email protected]

Road Captain Steve Yeater (214) 288-3502 [email protected]

Road Captain Barry Miller (214) 793-7675 [email protected]

Road Captain Lynn Lowrie (972) 743-5489 [email protected]

Road Captain Jason Stafford (214) 354-6826 [email protected]

Dealer Rep. Sean Steimel (972) 270-3962 [email protected]

Dallas Harley Davidson Ltd. (972) 270-3962

Website: www.dallashog.com User ID: dallashog Password: ride2eat Hotline number: (972) 354-0538

Your Board Members are here to assist. They work hard to make your Chapter the best it can be. Please remember to thank them and if you should have any questions or suggestions, please let them know.

Dallas Harley-Davidson after dark

Harley Owners Group Dallas Texas Chapter 1869 PRSRT STD 1334 W. Centerville Road POSTAGE & FEES Garland, Texas 75040 PAID Sponsor: Dallas Harley Davidson PERMIT NO. 782 GARLAND, TX