American Legion Riders, Post 148 February Events
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Official Rides: These are the official ALR148 rides scheduled for this month. Official rides are those rides sanctioned by our executive board. These rides count toward getting and maintaining membership as a Legion Rider. All riders are encouraged to participate if possible. These rides will be lead by the Road Captain or one of the Assistant Road Captains. Official rides support our veterans and strengthen our position in the community.
Sunday, February 5th
Lamas 7th Anniversary Party: The Lamas have always provided good support and turnout for our events. This is our chance to return the favor. KSU from Post 148 at 12:30. Keith will be leading the ride.
Sunday February 19th
Wounded Warrior Returns: Cpl. Michael Nicholson, USMC, is returning to Tampa. He lost both legs and part of one arm in an IED explosion in Afghanistan. Patriot Guard Riders and American Legion Riders will meet Cpl. Nicholson at Tampa International Airport, and escort him to Christ the King Church in Tampa. Route will be determined by LEO. Flag Bikes are strongly encouraged. (For anyone not familiar with the proper way to display the U.S. Flag on your bike, I’ve included the guidelines below.) KSU from Post 148 at 11:45. Keith will be leading the ride to TIA, where we’ll form up with other groups.
Saturday February 25th
ALR Post 148 Dart Run: This is our post fundraiser, so spread the word to anyone with a bike, a car, or a Segway! Sign up at our post from 09:30 to 10:30. $10.00 per rider; $15.00 for rider and passenger. At each stop you get 3 darts to throw. Your total is added up, and you move on to the next stop. Highest total score receives $100.00; Second highest, $50.00; Third highest, $25.00.
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Fun Rides: These are the currently planned fun rides, though more may come up at any time. Fun rides are not sanctioned by the executives, and your participation is optional. These rides may be organized and lead by anyone. Schedules and routes are subject to change, depending on the weather, the leader, and the whim of the group that’s riding. These typically focus on scenic backroads and good watering holes. In the event of a conflict between a fun ride and an official ride, the official ride takes precedence.
Saturday February 5th
Harry’s going to lead a ride to Biff Burger to grab a bite and get some road time. This ride should end up at Post 148 in time for the Post Super Bowl Party. KSU time still to be determined.
Sunday February 26th
Tampa Crossroads Poker Run. Registration is from 08:30 to 10:00 at Veterans’ Park. Since this is an ALR Breakfast day, Oso’s going to find out about a late registration for any of our riders who want to attend, or possibly signing up at one of the later stops.
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Non-ride events:
Monday February 6th: ALR Rider’s Meeting, Post 148, 18:00.
Sunday February 12th: ALR Breakfast at Post 148. 09:00 to 11:00
Monday February 13th: American Legion Meeting, Post 148. 18:00
Sunday February 26th: ALR Breakfast at Post 148. 09:00 to 11:00
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Flag Placement On Motorcycles
(From http://americanlegionriders.net/Flags.shtml)
US Flag Only: If only the US Flag is on your bike, it should either be at the center, or to its "marching right" - on the right side of the motorcycle to the rider's perspective when facing forward.
US Flag And One Other Flag Of Any Type: If the US Flag is on your bike with another, it should be to its "marching right" - on the right side of the motorcycle to the rider's perspective. If the other flag is that of another nation, it should be the same size and at the same height of the US Flag - NO flag should ever be displayed higher than the US Flag.
US Flag And More Than One Other Non-National Flag: If the US Flag is on your bike with several other non-national flags (POW/MIA, ALR, Eagles, Service Banners, etc.) , it should be at center and higher than any of the other flags.
US Flag And More Than One Flag Including Those Of Other Nations: If the US Flag is displayed on your bike with those of any other nation, the flags should be same size and at the same height, with the US Flag to marching right (right side of the vehicle), and others arranged in alphabetical order to the left. Other flags should be arranged in order of decreasing importance - Nations first, states (in order of admittance) and territories second, military third (in order of establishment), and then any others. Again, no flag should fly higher than the US Flag, but the US Flag should be no higher than that of any other nation’s displayed.
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