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Volume 32 Issue 4 April 2018

American Bikers for Awareness, Training, and Education of Minnesota, Inc.Go to www.abatemn.org for the newest version in color!

A.B.A.T.E. UniversityApril 20th - 22nd

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CHAPTER PRES I D EN T CONTAC TS

A.B.A.T.E. OF MINNESOTA CONTACTS

State CoordinatorMark “Mack” Backlund (763) 226-9195 [email protected] State CoordinatorJim Orn (320) [email protected] TreasurerMichelle“Mitch” Backlund (763) [email protected] SecretaryMichele Legried (507) [email protected] District DirectorMark “Red” Braastad (763) [email protected] District DirectorMike Jeppesen (320) [email protected] District DirectorNita Baker (507) [email protected] District DirectorPaul Tjepkes (320) [email protected] Ernst (612) [email protected]

A.B.A.T.E. University ChairJane Doyle (763) [email protected] Gruhlke (320) [email protected] Buddy Bear ChairSharon Polman (218) [email protected] ChairPaul Tjepkes (320) [email protected] ManagerKim Ostlund (507) [email protected] DirectorTodd Riba (952) [email protected] DirectorOpenMembership and RetentionJim LaSpisa (763) [email protected] LiaisonGary Goracke (320) [email protected]

NCOM LiaisonFrank Ernst (612) [email protected] ManagerBenny Roemer (507) [email protected] ChairBecky Hasslen (612) [email protected] Loft-Pilgrim (507) 537-1806 [email protected] Noise EditorKimmer Robertson (763) [email protected] Office AdministratorLiz Herzog (507) [email protected] Rally ChairKeith “Smoker” Efron (612) [email protected] and MeansKristie Orn (320) [email protected] Hasslen (612) [email protected]

Northeast District:O St. Cloud Central Chapter Albert Peck (320) 293-6194C Bethel East Central Chapter Bob McChesney (651) 357-72146 Finlayson Jack Pine Riders Chapter Duane Tchida (320) 515-0232G Twin Cities Metro Chapter Joe Krauss (763) 614-7277M Duluth Northeast Chapter Eric Larsen (218) 591-46195 Forest Lake River Riders Chapter Bryon Schultz (651) 500-57054 Big Lake Sand Dunes Chapter Bobby Stephens (763) 228-13578 Grand Rapids Up North Chapter Jay Hickok (763) 234-8143Northwest District:U Roseau Borderland Chapter Jason Fuller (218) 242-27057 Parkers Prairie Freedom First Riders Chapter Derek Nelson (320) 766-9856E Detroit Lakes Heart of the Lakes Chapter Edgar Burke (218) 849-5021Y Bemidji North Star Chapter Dane Schroeder (701) 446-7234D Red Lake Falls Northwest Chapter Greg McGlynn (218) 253-4856Southeast District:P Wells Flatlanders Chapter Virgil Legried (507) 951-0624N Rochester Lower Corner Chapter Sandi Vrieze (507) 259-5791L Red Wing Mississippi Valley Chapter Mike Pingeon (507) 829-3463I Mankato River Valley Chapter Glen Zollner (507) 381-0819S Owatonna Straight River Chapter Chris “Keys” Nagy (507) 304-1259Q Savage Tri-County Chapter Jon Fernholz (952) 649-0581Southwest District:H Marshall Buffalo Ridge Chapter Kris Gruhot (507) 530-2555K Glenwood Glacial Ridge Chapter David Johns (320) 239-2681J Delano Lake Chapter Keith “Smoker” Efron (612) 703-5755V St. James Rolling Prairie Chapter Cory Lorenz (507) 317-5895B Hutchinson South Central Chapter Brad “Pops” Latham (320) 221-0953A Worthington Southwest Chapter Todd Homan (507) 483-2910X Madison Way West Chapter Joe Ruby (605) 949-1366


THE MRF & HEARTLANDS.T.E.A.M. ORGANIZATIONS

Motorcycle Riders Foundation MRFE-Mail: [email protected] S Clark St11th floorArlington, VA 22202(202) 546-0983 • Fax: (202) 546-0986http://www.MRF.orgA.B.A.T.E. of Illinois311 E Main StGalesburg, IL 61401(309) 343-6588 • Fax (309) 343- 6387http://abate-il.orgA.B.A.T.E. of Iowa1240 Washington St.P.O. Box 70Eldora, IA 50627(641) 858-5001 • Fax (641) 858-5012http://abateiowa.org

MINNESOTA ORGANIZATIONSMotorcycle PAC of MinnesotaMark Senn (612) 839-10778360 Suffolk DriveChanhassen, MN 55317Minnesota Motorcycle Club CoalitionRyan Westphal 651-503-3097PO Box 68069Minneapolis, MN [email protected] Motorcycle Safety Center - MMSCBeginning, experienced, and sidecar rider courses(800) 407-6677www.motorcyclesafety.orgSt. Croix Valley RidersPO Box 112St Paul Park, MN 55071www.scvr.orgMinnesota Motorcycle Safety Advisory Task ForceMonte Ohlrogge(612) 590-0763Motorcycle Dial-A-RideJohn Nelson (320) 262-6607contact@motorcycledialaride.orgwww.motorcycledialaride.orgMN Confederation of [email protected]

NATIONAL MOTORCYCLE RIGHTS ORGANIZATIONSNational Coalition of Motorcyclists N.C.O.M.21054 Sherman Way, 3rd floorCanoga Park, CA 91303 (800) ON-A-BIKEhttp://www.aimncom.com

American MotorcyclistAssociation (AMA)13515 Yatmouth DrivePickerington, OH 43147(614) 856-1900www.AMADirectlink.com

American Bikers for Awareness,Training, and Education(A.B.A.T.E.) of Minnesota is a notfor profit, grass roots organizationthat is committed to educating mo-torcyclists and the general publicabout motorcycling. A.B.A.T.E.members ride many different typesand brands of motorcycles. We areall people with a common interestin a common activity. The fact thatwe share an interest in motorcy-cling is more important than thetype of motorcycle we ride.

There are chapters of A.B.A.T.E.located throughout Minnesota.Each of these chapters is repre-sented on the A.B.A.T.E. Board ofDirectors (B.O.D.). The B.O.D. alsoincludes the A.B.A.T.E. state offi-cers. The B.O.D. meets once eachquarter to discuss the operation ofthe organization. In addition, eachchapter holds a monthly meeting intheir area of the state. A.B.A.T.E. isa member driven organization.Members are encouraged to partic-ipate in any of these meetings.

A.B.A.T.E. seeks to promote thepositive aspects of motorcyclingand strives to protect the rights ofmotorcyclists by being involved in

the local, state and national politi-cal process. Safer motorcycling, re-ducing accidents and fatalities canbe best accomplished by educationand training of both the motorcy-clists and the general public, notnecessarily through additional leg-islation.

Our ability to enjoy many freedomswhile riding motorcycles in Min-nesota is the direct result of thework done by motorcyclists in ourstate. These people have joined together to fight for our rights andfreedoms.

The efforts of these people havemade Minnesota a leader in motor-cycle safety. We have one of thetoughest licensing standards in thenation, the best public awarenessprograms, and the most compre-hensive rider education programsin the nation. These efforts havehelped reduce motorcycle acci-dents, injuries, and fatalities inspite of the growing number of li-censed motorcyclists in Minnesota.

To continue these efforts we needyour support and participation.Show your commitment to protect-ing and preserving your rights as a

motorcyclist in Minnesota. Partic-ipate in the meetings, rides, andthe fundraising activities. You willbe informed about the motorcycleactivities in the state by receivingRoad Noise, the A.B.A.T.E.monthly news publication.A.B.A.T.E. is fun, educational anda great way to meet people andmake new friends with similarinterests.

With your help, we can continueto promote the positive image ofmotorcyclists. If you want moreinformation about A.B.A.T.E.,please attend any of our meetings,meet other members, and askquestions.

We are pleased that you have de-cided your rights are worth pro-tecting, that the positive aspectsof motorcycling are worth pro-moting, that education is impor-tant, and that the cost of anA.B.A.T.E. membership is a smallprice to pay to preserve and pro-mote these principles.

Members are the most importantthing that A.B.A.T.E. has, soThank You for becoming a mem-ber and we look forward to seeingyou at our events.

A.B.A.T.E. of NebraskaP.O. Box 22764Lincoln, NE 68542(402) 489-0651www.abateofne.comA.B.A.T.E. of North Dakota1001 S 22nd StBismarck, ND 58504(800) 726-4094 • Fax (701) 224-0650abatend. comA.B.A.T.E. of South Dakota#243 2601 S. Minnesota Ave, STE 105Sioux Falls, SD 57105-4750 http://www.abatesd.comA.B.A.T.E. of Wisconsin438 N Water St.Black River Falls, WI 54615(800) 386-4442 • Fax (715) 284-7545http://www.abatewis.org

Dear Fellow Motorcyclists:

STATE COORDINATORMACK BACKLUND(763) [email protected]

A.B.A.T.E. of Minnesota’s Bikerdayat the Capitol was an incredible success. By the busloads and carloads motorcyclists from across thestate came to the Minnesota State Capitol to protecttheir freedoms and push for common sense motorcycling legislative issues. They came from Worthington, Hibbing, Roseau, Albert Lea, and allpoints in between. It was an amazing display of bikerunity in the Capitol Rotunda when A.B.A.T.E. of Minnesota’s invited legislators spoke to the crowd. Weheard from some of the most powerful people in theMinnesota legislature and one by one they offered support of A.B.A.T.E. of Minnesota’s legislative issues.There was a huge round of applause when the “topdog” in the Minnesota House, Speaker of the HouseKurt Daudt said “I support A.B.A.T.E. of Minnesota’sagenda!” We heard from the sponsors of A.B.A.T.E. ofMinnesota’s bill to curtail the profiling of motorcyclists, Representative Drazkowski and SenatorOsmek. They both are very passionate about this issueand will keep fighting to get it passed. We also heardfrom Representative Jim Nash, who along with Senator Kiffmeyer, worked tirelessly last year to passA.B.A.T.E. of Minnesota’s motorcycle awareness license plate bill. Mr. Nash has been one of A.B.A.T.E.of Minnesota’s best friends since the day he took officeseveral years ago. There were many more legislatorswho addressed the crowd including prominent members of the Transportation and Public Safety Committees. These are the two committees thatA.B.A.T.E. of Minnesota sponsored legislation needs topass before becoming law.

The hallways of the Capitol and the legislator’s officebuildings were a sea of black leather as bikers madetheir way to appointments with their representativeand senators. This is the most important part of theday. To have constituents take the time to personallylobby their elected official sends a lasting message thatwe care deeply about motorcycling in Minnesota.I want you to think about the dedication someA.B.A.T.E. of Minnesota members have for the cause: Ifyou are travelling to Bikerday at the Capitol from Hibbing or Worthington or other points around Minnesota; you are waking up at 3:00 - 4:00 am. Andgetting home at 6:00 - 7:00 pm. Others have to makebig changes in their work and family plans for the day.They are doing this for the betterment of all Minnesotamotorcyclists. And for that I am very thankful. Forthose of you who did not attend Bikerday, think aboutthat and make your own commitment to do more forA.B.A.T.E. of Minnesota and all bikers in the state. Volunteer at the local or state level when asked andwork hard to recruit more A.B.A.T.E. of Minnesotamembers. You will help yourself by helping others inthe ongoing battle for motorcycling freedom. It’s notdifficult, it’s fun, and you meet some great people.A.B.A.T.E. of Minnesota’s Bikerday at the Capitolwould not be a success if not for the hard work andmonetary donations of our members and others – Thank You. We had a great group of smartand enthusiastic members working the registrationtable and directing people around the Capitol complex – Thank You! Mike Berger produced an awesome video of the event. You can see it on theA.B.A.T.E. of Minnesota Face Book page – Thank You!And to the hundreds of freedom fighters who took thetime to come to the Capitol – Thank You! And lastly toBecky and Kimmer, who gave me a five day extensionto get this article into the Road Noise – Thank You!Yours in freedom,Mack


ASSISTANTSTATE COORDINATORJIM ORN(320) [email protected]

By the time this Road Noise comes out Bikerday willbe done, as well as Heartland S.T.E.A.M. Thanks toeveryone that was able to support both. Bikerday is always well received and Heartland S.T.E.A.M. a goodtime was had by all. And A.B.A.T.E. U is close at hand,always a good time. Have you bought your raffle ticketyet? Don't wait too long, you never know, this mightbe the year we sell out and you're the Winner.

Sorry I don't have much to report this month, I wasgone on vacation for a few weeks. Have you ever been1600 miles from home and you run into someone youknow? It happened to Kristie and I in the town ofTombstone, AZ, a tourist town, and who do you thinkthe biggest tourist of all? Smoker and Blythe! In a giftshop of all places, you couldn't have planned it if youtried.Like the saying, just got into town, just jotting a fewthings down...Till next time,Jim


COMMITTEES AND REPORTSA.B.A.T.E. UNIVERSITYJANE DOYLE(763) [email protected]

April 20th - 22nd, Holiday Inn,Alexandria, (320) 763-6577Fundraising FundamentalsWeekend Schedule:Friday night:6:00 pm State Rally Meeting7:00 pm Gambling Meeting8:00 pm Pre-board Meeting9:00 pm Bean Bag Toss in the courtyardSaturday:8:00 am Officer Training9:00 am Board of Directors Meeting3:00 pm Session hosted by MN State GamblingControl Board4:00 pm Fundraiser Panel discussion5:00 pm Share the Road presentation7:00 pm Auction9:05 pm Bike Raffle9:15 pm Trike RacesI have seen and heard of some awesome auctionitems. Don't forget to bring your checkbook along!The A.B.A.T.E. U Committee

MOTORCYCLE SAFETYTASK FORCEMONTE OHLROGGE(612) [email protected] I was looking for ideas forthe changeable messages boards,

Dan Arne, from Lake Chapter, had an idea to have amessage that would get kids involved and thereforewould get their parents to be alert to seeing motorcycles. So I presented two messages with thisin mind. One was, "Hey kids, who saw the motorcycle first?" The other was, "Lets play I spy amotorcycle."I was disappointed that these ideas didn't receivemore votes. But, however, I was happy to learn theOttertail County Safe Communities Coalition willbe making a safety poster that will say, "I SPY THEBIKER GUY." These posters will go to kids in themonth of May, which is motorcycle awarenessmonth. They say the goal of the poster is two-fold.1) to get kids to think about motorcycle safety and,2) to get kids to engage their parents to notice motorcycles by playing the "I SPY" game while onthe road. Well, I think that's what Dan had in mindto start with.Our next meeting will be held at Hennepin Technical College's Brooklyn Park Campus on May17th at 5:00 pm. Travel safe,Monte

Bikerday at the CapitolMack, Representative Jim Newberger and Todd Riba


GAMBLING REPORTKIM OSTLUND(507) [email protected]. BOX 382FARIBAULT, MN 55021

Next Meeting(s):April 20th, Holiday Inn, Alexandria, 7:00 pmMay 22nd, Home of Frank Ernst, Chanhassen, 6:00 pmWe are able to sell tickets for the A.B.A.T.E. U raffle allthe way up until the time of the raffle. Yes, your chapter won't get any credit directly from the ticketsthat are turned in after the deadline date, but you willbe helping the organization obtain our necessary profitmargin so that we can do a payback to the chapters. Soit does benefit each and every chapter indirectly to continue selling the raffle tickets for any of our rafflesup until the time of the drawing. All I would ask is thatif you are going to hang on to some tickets, to let meknow so that I can make sure to collect them from youat the function.Once again this past month, I have had chapters thatare not following the process of how to submit requeststo spend their gambling funds. I will receive the actualrequest form in the mail with no minutes. Or I will receive some minutes, and no request form. Or I won'tget any supporting documentation for the request.When this type of thing happens I have no choice butto kick the paperwork back to the chapter until I get allpieces of the information together. So once again hereis the process which I know is also stated in the operations manual. If your chapter would like to makea donation and/or spend their gambling funds onsomething, here are the steps to get that done:1. Bring it up at a chapter meeting and get approval

from the chapter with a motion in the meeting minutes. The motion does need to state that theymoney is to come out of gambling funds, and if youknow the amount, please list that in the motion as well.

2. Someone needs to fill out the "Request to UseGambling Funds" form, and it needs to be signed byboth the Treasurer and President. If that is not possible,just make sure it is signed by two officers. Please makesure that all of the necessary information is on the request such as what we are to do with the donation,or who we are to mail it to. Someone also needs to getthe appropriate paperwork to go along with the request so that I know the organization is a qualifiedorganization that can accept donations. Even if yourchapter has donated to them in the past and has turnedin a copy of their 501© 3 letter, organizations can losetheir non profit status and we would have no way ofknowing without asking for a copy of this again. Keepin mind that checks do need to be made payable to theorganization that is listed on the 501© 3 letter, and thatwe can't make out checks to functions and/or runseven though they are raising money for charity. Weneed to have the charity information. 3. That request, along with a copy of the appropriate

meeting minutes and proper documentation, need tocome to me at least a week prior to my next meeting inorder for it to be on that meeting's agenda. If it isn't,then it will wait til the following meeting.4. All paperwork can be either snail mailed to me or

they can be scanned and e-mailed. But all pieces MUSTcome at the same time together. I would appreciate everyone's help with this. It seemsto be a continuing issue, and there is a lot of timewasted chasing down things. This time could be betterspent getting these requests processed and sending themoney on to help those that we would like to help. Ialso want to remind folks again, I don't regularly checkmy gambling e-mail, so if you send me something thatyou want me to see right away for the most part pleasefeel free to use my personal [email protected] though depending on what's happening Imay not respond for a day. But I try to get back toeveryone within a 24 hour time period. If you need afaster response from me then feel free to call my home(after 4:00 pm) or my cell. Thanks!

EDUCATION REPORTPAUL TJEPKES(320) [email protected] new to report.

STATE TREASURERMICHELLE ‘MITCH’ [email protected]

April is here and that means newchapter officers. If you are a newChapter Treasurer and are not ableto make it to the training at

A.B.A.T.E. University, please contact me with anyquestions. There are no dumb questions. We are always learning if we are still living!See you at A.B.A.T.E. U.Mitch


NCOM REPORTFRANK ERNST(612) [email protected]

NCOM (National Coalition of Motorcyclists) Report April 2018

April already wow it has been an unusual year for me Idid not ride my motorcycle at all in January or February. It is now the 10th of March and I will be riding for the first time this week. Remember whenyou take your motorcycle out to have your new tabson. If you have applied to get a motorcycle safety platefor your bike and have not got it keep in mind you willbe riding with an expired tab. Does the term “probablecause” jump out at you? “Enough said”I will be attending the Minnesota Lincoln Regan Dinner on the 13th of April, one of the guest speakerswill be Senator Joni Ernst (no relation) from Iowa. Senator Ernst is a strong supporter of motorcycle issuesand is a motorcyclist herself. She helped start and is co-chair of the Senate Motorcycle Caucus in Washington D.C. The following quote from a press release should give you an idea of her participation.“Some of my most cherished memories include motorcycles, from delivering messages as a young girlto my dad while he was working out in the fields, toriding through the rolling hills of Northeast Iowa withfamily and friends,” said Senator Ernst. “I am thrilledto have the opportunity to encourage thoughtful discussion and solutions on behalf of motorcycle ridersand manufacturers through my new role as co-chair ofthe Motorcycle Caucus. Throughout my 99 county tourof Iowa, I have heard from many of these folks aboutsome of their priorities, including improving safety, infrastructure, and energy efficiency. These concernsare shared by folks across our great state and country,and I look forward to working with Senator Peters toward solutions.”

Last year at the NCOM convention in Reno, NevadaSenator Ernst was to be presented the “Silver SpokeAward in the Government Category” unfortunately theSenators schedule prevented her from being in Reno.Solution, a few of the NCOM Board members took theaward to Bikers in The Beltway and presented it to theSenator there. We are fortunate to have people inelected office as well as freedom fighters from acrossthe nation willing to go the extra mile, to show boldleadership, to put in the effort, and to get things done.Thanks to everyone involved.My last comments concern our Minnesota legislativeissues. We are still in our legislative session so I do notknow what the outcome of our proposed and supported legislative changes will be. I do know if wedo not take part and contact our legislators we will notbe successful. Look at the many choices motorcyclistsin Minnesota and across the nation have, we did notget them by being timid. We did not crawl or beg to getor keep our rights and choices, we fought for them. Wewere led by courageous leaders that were willing to insist that we be allowed the choice to maintain ourlifestyle, to make choices about what, how, and whenwe did things as long as we did not infringe on therights of others. Let’s not change now; bold, courageous and thoughtful participation is neededfrom every member. To those that don’t have these attributes don’t worry; we are willing to drag youalong. Even if we have to do it with you kicking andscreaming, we are willing to drag you along, you canbe with the winners. But please don’t take actions contrary to those principals supported by the Motorcycle Rights Movement FREEDOM OF CHOICEthat’s what it’s about.Do you feel you are doing your part?Careful out there so you don’t get run over by atrucker.fe

BUDDY BEAR REPORTSHARON POLMAN(218) [email protected]

Wow here it is March is over and onto April and A.B.A.T.E. U, exciting.

Bears are on their way and ready for delivery. Looking forward to another exciting year with this organization, and all of our members. Remember weneed an inventory count on the bears each month bythe 10th to report to Frank Ernst, Kim Ostlund andmyself, I will be sending reminders to each chapterthat has bears. When you deliver any bears, even if itis just one bear be sure to get a signed receipt andsend to Kim Ostlund right away. It's a new riding season, please be careful ride safe.Buddy Bear and MA

MEMBERSHIP & RETENTIONJIM LASPISA(763) [email protected] have arrived. A.B.A.T.E. Uis fast approaching. I need all

chapter representatives to inventory current trifoldsand tear-off pads of 50 counts. I will distribute to all of the chapters in the rotundaafter the board meeting. Plan now for up comingevents this riding season and chapter meetings.Try to sign up a friend, or someone new to motorcycling! Jim


DIAL-A- RIDEWWW.MOTORCYCLEDIALARIDE.ORG

As I sit here looking out the window at the latestdumping of snow, it is really hard to believe thatspring is right around the corner.Last weekend was the Heart of the Lakes Pool andDart Tournament, and ten rides were given back toarea hotels. That was ten A.B.A.T.E. members thatsupport our program and made arrangements for asafe evening. Thank you.April 14th, 10:00 am, before the Freedom First BikeShow, we will be meeting at Alexandria Freight Services shop to pack our materials for the upcomingseason so we will have them available topass out at A.B.A.T.E. University. Pleasecontact me at [email protected] ifyou haven't already to let me know howmany you need.Just think, it won't be long before theseason starts and we are out riding, distributing materials.

MRF REPORTGARY GORACKE(320) [email protected]

Upcoming Event(s):May 14th - 15th, Bikers Inside the Beltway, Washington D.C.September 20th - 23rd, Meeting of the Minds, Denver, COSo, did you get an email alert from the MRF lately? Didyou answer the call? The Alert was for the profiling legislation. So please go online and do that, your voicedoes matter. Bikers in the Beltway is coming up in May. Ifyou're planning on attending please contact me before orat A.B.A.T.E. U. I start setting up appointments that following week. Bikers Inside the Beltway is Coming…Will You Join Us?Tired of just sitting around listening to others complainabout Congress? Bikers inside the Beltway isn’t aboutcomplaining – it’s DOING by directly lobbying yourelected officials and telling them what is important to youas a rider. Don’t be a say-er, be a do-er and register todayfor the TENTH annual Bikers Inside the Beltway!Read below to get more information or register directlyby visiting us at http://mrf.org/events/Hotel/AccommodationsThe previously advertised block of rooms at the Governor’s House Inn has been filled, however roomsare still available at the host hotel at the non-negotiatedroom price of $110.00. We are offering an additional roomblock at the hotel across the street, The Best Western. Contact Info below:BEST WESTERN (703) 532-9000Governor’s House Inn (703) 532-8900 Schedule of Events:Plan to arrive to the hotel by late afternoon on Monday,May 14th. The MRF will host a prep session that eveningto go over expectations and provide a deep dive of the issues. Kickstands up early Tuesday morning for the rideinto Washington, DC followed by a full day of meetingswith legislators and staff. This year we will also be hosting a debrief meeting and reception at the AmericanLegion on Capitol Hill from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm. We’ll havesome special guests so don’t miss it!Attendance:You must register to attend this event! Contact [email protected] or register directly athttp://mrf.org/events/ or call (202) 546-0983. Thoughthere is not a cost to attendThe MRF needs you. Please consider signing up or renewing your membership today.Double G

STATE OFFICEADMINISTRATORLIZ HERZOG(800) [email protected] OF ALL~~~ A SHOUT OUTto all Chapters!!!!!! This is the first

year (in about 14 years) that I received ALL nomination forms for elections to me in a timely manner. THANK YOU!!!Now that elections are over we can get back down tobusiness. Congratulations to all officers! I hope thatyou will take advantage of ABATE U to learn yournew jobs or refresh your old ones.I know that sometimes it seems that I harp a lot in myarticle but I just want things to run smoothly for bothyou and me. If I get correct information then you getyour benefits sooner. So I am going to harp about expiration dates when someone is paying with acredit card. I used to have a machine that allowed meto enter any expiration date that I wanted as long asthe card number was good. Now I don't have that luxury and I MUST have the correct expiration date orelse I cannot run the card. If I can't run the card thenthe person does not get entered.I know I harp a lot also about zip codes. This seems tobe getting better but can still be improved upon. It'skind of like if you call an ambulance and tell them youlive in ---- city but don't give them a house number.How can they find you? A zip code is like that. Thanks to all of you who were patient with me the lastcouple of months. Election time is a very busy time forme and I try to return calls as soon as possible.Working Together To KEEP our FREEDOM!


REVISOR REPORTJAN LOFT-PILGRIM(507) [email protected]

The Operation and Procedure Manual Index, Section A and

Section B have been updated and edited. The updated pages will be distributed at the April Boardmeeting. It will be very important that Chapter Representatives take back to their Chapter the updated pages for their own Manual and the ChapterPresident's copy. All other holders of Manuals will receive the pages in April as well. Please watch forthis in April and keep all Manuals up-to-date andcurrent. This is a special heads-up for recently electedRepresentatives and Presidents. Manuals are to bepassed along from outgoing officers. You should expect Manuals to be passed along with all Sectionscurrent and up-to-date. If your Chapter "lost" itsManual you should ask some serious questions aboutthat, and if the Manual is woefully out-of-date youshould be asking some hard questions about that too.The Revisory is not responsible for each Manual...thatis a Chapter responsibility. Thank you,Jan Loft-Pilgrim

PRODUCTS REPORTBENNY ROEMER(507)[email protected]

Howdy howdy howdy... HappyApril. So happy so see the change in

the weather, though still a little chilly, we can feel thesummer riding season about upon us. As far as products go, not much has changed. I am still looking to minimize my inventory as well as explorenew product ideas.I will also be interested in training someone whomight be interested in helping with, and with boardapproval, maybe eventually taking over for me. No,I'm not burning out, or anything like that, but my personal priorities in life may be taking me anotherdirection. I just want to explore my options.On another note, I would like to give congratulationson all of the new chapter members. Thank you all forstepping up and keeping this going.I hope to see you all at A.B.A.T.E. UniversityEyes on the Road, Heart in the Wind,Benny

STATE RALLY REPORTKEITH ‘SMOKER’ EFRON(612) [email protected]

Spring is getting closer; I can feel itand I'm jonesing to go riding. As I

mentioned in my last grapevine, the band line up forthe 30th annual A.B.A.T.E. state motorcycle rally wasset -answer, it is and the contracts have been signed.And breaking tradition I'm going to announce theline up here; and now drum roll: Friday night will be70’s MAGIC SUNSHINE BAND, opening for FLIPPSaturday night will be MOUNTAIN ASH; openingfor SWEET on their 50th anniversary tour, and Sunday night, LEGACY OF LOUD, opening forROCK GODZ. Please check out their Web sites, andcheck them out - you won't be disappointed. We arelooking for food and merchandise vendors for yourrally; if you know of a vendor you would like to seeat the rally, please contact Lorie, “snoopy", Clair [email protected] or home, (507) 331-1802, or cell, (507) 838-1850. Your chapterrepresentative should have brought sponsorshippackages to your last meeting; please let's get outthere and start getting some great sponsors for yourrally. It’s a fun and easy start with your chapter. Ichallenge all chapters to step up and support yourrally by becoming a sponsor. You can become a

sponsor; I am and damn proud to be one. Talk toyour boss. The company you work for can be a sponsor, the bar you go to on every ride, the bikeshop that fixes your bike or sells you parts, the person who applies ink to your body. These are allgreat places to find sponsors: not only will they getsome great advertising, but will get tickets to therally so they too can join in the fun. Don't forget tobring up what shifts you or your chapter would liketo sign up to work at the rally, and remind yourchapter representative to sign up for them at theApril B.O.D. at A.B.A.T.E. U in April in Alexandria;the sheets will be available after the B.O.D. in thecourtyard at the rally information table. You will alsobe able to pick up rally posters and check out rallytickets to sell. Don't forget this is YOUR rally andonly with your help can we grow it back to the bestmotorcycle rally in the state of Minnesota. Use yourchapter Web site and Facebook page to advertise therally as well as your own. Hopefully the new and improved A.B.A.T.E. of Minnesota website will be upand running soon. As always the rally meeting is Friday night at 6:00 pm prior to the B.O.D. - everyoneis welcome and your input is always welcome. I can always be reached at [email protected] or(612) 703-5755. Remember if you had fun at lastyear's rally come back this year and bring a friend orfive!Thanks,SMOKER, Rally Chair


WAYS & MEANSREPORTKRISTIE ORN(320) [email protected]

Next Meeting(s):April 8th, Ugly Bar, Montrose, 1:00 pm

PUBLICATIONS COMMITTEEBECKY HASSLEN(612) [email protected]

Next Meeting(s):April 8th, Ugly Bar, Montrose, 1:45 pmMay 12th, Becky Hasslen and Dave Clifton’s home,Buffalo, 2:00 pmKudos to the Southeast and Northwest Districts forhaving a grapevine from every Chapter this month,great job! Unfortunately, we’re still missing quite afew grapevines and committee reports; things are alittle sparse this month.There’s not much new with the Publications Committee. What’s not new is thatwe are in need of Business, Bike,and Member of the Month articles.It’s really pretty simple; just snap aphoto and send it [email protected] alongwith a few details. We’ll take careof the rest.Until next time,The “Pub” Committee Committee

LEGISLATIVE REPORTTODD RIBA(952) [email protected]

This Legislative Director Report willbe short and to the point. We justhad what I hope was a successful

Bikerday, now we need to follow up. If you had ameeting with a Legislator or a staff member pleasecontact them to say thank you. A thank you goes along a way and our elected officials don't get many soplease consider dropping them a line. Did you get ananswer from your State Representative or State Senator about our issues? Do they support us or not?If you don't know where they stand call or emailthem and get an answer.Last but not least, stay tuned for some legislativealerts about our specific bills. When these alerts comeout we will need members to take immediate action.So get ready for a wild ride, lets go big and win.Stand And Be Counted.P.S. thank you to all who attended Bikerday, andthank you to all who helped put it on, it was huge.

Bikerday at the CapitolRepresentative Jim Nash

with a sample of our license plate

Bikerday at the Capitol


[email protected]: North East Chapter of ABATE of MinnesotaProducts: [email protected] Meeting(s):April 4th, Chalet Lounge, Hermantown, 7:00 pmMay 2nd, Chalet Lounge, Hermantown, 6:00 pmJune 6th, Chalet Lounge, Hermantown, 6:00 pmUpcoming Event(s):April 20th - 22nd, A.B.A.T.E. University, Holiday Inn, AlexandriaApril 28th, Road Clean-up, Rice Lake/Martin Rd Park andRide, 10:00 amMay 6th, Dorrie's Awareness Rally, Superior, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmMay 12th, Billboard Party and Run, Shotgun start, Chalet andBuildersMay 17th, Thunderbird MC Spring RunHello!This will be my last regular Road Noise submission as ourChapter's new President will be taking this over. Of course hewill be taking over much more so come to our meetings toshow him your support! I'd like to congratulate Ed McPhail forhis ongoing commitment to our organization and for once againstepping up to keep us strong. I'd also like to thank all past andpresent members for all they have done and continue to do.Our new Chapter Officers for 2018 are as follows: President- EdMcPhail, Vice President- Eric Larsen, Chapter Rep- Kent Verner,Treasurer- Amy Larsen, Secretary- Cherrie McPhail, Sgt atArms- John Ciocarelli, Pat Meyer, Bob Berg, Don Towle, CherrieMcPhail. Our new Products person is Lana Angel. Be sure tothank these people for their dedication and hard work whenyou see them.We just wrapped up three big events in the last month. Bikerday at the Capitol, The Bunwarmer, and HeartlandS.T.E.A.M. Hopefully you were able to attend at least one ofthese events. There will be more to come on these at our April meeting and in next month's Road Noise. If you were unable toattend any of these you can make up for it by participating inthe next few events listed above. Also, please remember that our meetingtime changes to 6:00 pm starting inMay.I would like to personally like tothank everyone for your supportduring my time as President. It hasbeen an honor to have led thisgreat group of freedom fighters. Keep on keepin' on,Lars

UP NORTHNext Meeting(s): April 8th, Outpost Bar, Deer River, 4:00 pmMay 13th, MJ's (formerly Mr. Roberts), Pengilly, 4:00 pmJune 10th, TBDUpcoming Event(s):April 14th, Iron Range Swap Meet, Hibbing Armory, 10:00 am – 4:00 pmApril 20th - 22nd, A.B.A.T.E. University, Holiday Inn, AlexandriaMay 12th, Northeast Billboard PartyMay 15th, Bikers Inside the Beltway, Washington DCHello everyone,I would like to first congratulate all the new and returningchapter officers. It is with your help we can continue to fightfor our rights and freedoms as motorcyclists. Did you make it to Bikerday at the Capitol? If not, remember towrite your state legislators on our talking points. Also, thosethat attended please follow up with thank you letters. Remindthose that are not members that we are making sure that theyget to ride with the freedoms they do because of the work wedo at the capitol.The weather is getting better and better each day and ridingseason is almost here. Keep in mind that motorists haven't seenus on the roads in a while so be extra careful when you getyour bike out and are ready to ride. Also keep in mind thatthere will be a lot of sand still in the corners and intersections. A.B.A.T.E. U is coming up in April. This is a great weekend forofficer training. I encourage all officers to attend if possible.This year’s theme is Fundraising Fundamentals. If you arelooking at a new fundraiser for the spring, summer, or fall,along with the Winter Fever Reliever, this will be a great opportunity to find out what has been successful with otherchapters. Also there will be a person from the Gambling Control Board there to answer any questions we have aboutour fundraiser.Hope everyone has a great spring and I can't wait to see you atthe next meeting with some fresh ideas.Farmer Jay Pres.

Chapter Grapevines

NORTHEAST DISTRICT DIRECTORMARK “RED” BRAASTAD(763) 234-5642 [email protected]

No report received.


JACK PINE RIDERSwww.jackpineriders.orgNext Meeting(s):April 15th, Village Bar, Pine City, 2:00 pmMay 20th, Doc's on 23, Askov, 2:00 pmJune 17th, Cricket Bar, Rock Creek, 2:00 pmJuly 15th, Corral Bar, Willow River, 2:00 pmAugust 19th, Horseshoe Lake Inn, McGregor, 2:00 pmSeptember 16th, Gaslight Bar, Sandstone, 2:00 pmOctober 21st, Outback Saloon, Stanchfield, 2:00 pmUpcoming Event(s):April 20th - 22nd, A.B.A.T.E. University, Holiday Inn, AlexandriaJune 9th, Summer Thunder, The Dugout Bar & Grill, BethelJuly 4th - 7th, ABATE of Iowa Freedom RallyJuly 12th - 14th, Jack Pine Riders Upper Kettle River ShakedownAugust 3rd - 8th, 78th Annual Sturgis RallyCongratulations to all returning and newly elected Chapter officers.We have begun planning our 13th Annual "Upper Kettle RiverShakedown". Now is the time to bring your thoughts and ideasto the chapter meeting and discuss what you would like to seeat this year's event.We are now selling A.B.A.T.E. U motorcycle raffle tickets. Tickets are $100.00 each. A maximum of 800 tickets will be sold.The drawing will be held on April 21st at A.B.A.T.E U (winnersneed not be present). For tickets or more info, call Bill at (651) 587-7625 or contact any chapter officer. Don't procrasti-nate, only 800 tickets will be sold.For updated Chapter/Events and information, log on to ourwebsite: www.jackpineriders.org. Or check out the Jack PineRiders Facebook page.Respectfully,Grapevine jesus

METROwww.metromn.comNo report received.

RIVER [email protected] report received.

EAST CENTRALwww.eastcentralabate.orgNext Meeting(s):April 8th, American Legion, St. Francis, 11:00 amMay 6th, American Legion, St. Francis, 11:00 amUpcoming Event(s):April 20th – 22nd, A.B.A.T.E. University, Holiday Inn, AlexandriaMay 15th, Bikers Inside the Beltway, Washington, DCJune 9th, Summer Thunder, The Dugout Bar & Grill, BethelAugust 17th - 19th, Party in the Pines, CloverdaleLabor Day weekend, 30th Annual State Rally, LitchfieldHello all fellow A.B.A.T.E. members,Congratulations to all new and/or returning officers. For 2018they are as follows: President - Bob McChesney, Vice President -Jim LaSpisa, Treasurer - Doug Moisman, Chapter Rep. - TimJensen, Secretary - Cindy Hovind, Sargent at Arms - RodGaynor, Robert Brioch, Tony Hovind, & Jewels Langmade.Thank you to everyone for taking the time to represent yourbiker rights at the Capitol last month and attending/volunteer-ing at Heartland S.T.E.A.M.A BIG "Thank you" to Metro Chapter for the membership tableat the Donnie Smith Show. Nick Dahman and Jade Strongmanned the table and there were other volunteers from variouschapters helping out. FYI: the NEW MEMBER RECRUITMENTis going on through May 11th, let's get the numbers up!The Federal Highway Administration has ranked a top ten infrastructure concerns for motorcyclists, they are as follows:Guardrail continuous Protection System, Pavement ConditionRepair, High Friction Surface Treatment, in-Curve WarningSigns, Lighting, Remove Roadside Trees/Poles, Signals, Punctual Energy Absorber, Limited Sight Distance WarningsSigns and Prohibitive SignsThings are gearing up this riding season, hopefully the springweather is going to stay. Becareful on the roads; Noteto Mother Nature "NOMORE SNOW"Bikers; we are just everyday people whochose a different lifestyle.Until next time,Crazy Bitch

Bikerday at the CapitolSpeaker of the House Kurt Daudt

speaking to the group


CENTRALNext Meeting(s):April 8th, Bubba’s Bar and Grill, Sauk Rapids, 12:00 pmMay 6th, Stoneys, Rockville, 6:00 pmUpcoming Event(s):April 20th - 22nd, A.B.A.T.E. University, Holiday Inn, AlexandriaJune 9th, 4th Annual Ride for HeroesJuly 5th – 7th, Freedom Rally, Algona, IASeptember 8th, Stoney’s RideOctober 6th, 3rd Annual Central Chapter Fun RunHey Everyone,Congratulations to our new officers! Here is your 2018 line up.President – Keith Jacobs, Vice President – Sheila Jacobs, Treasurer – Lauri Peck, Secretary- Vicki Clay, Chapter Rep –Mike Woodford, Sergeant at Arms – Gerald Hommerding,Shane Kennedy, Lee Basswood, Porcia Stock, Alex Kroneburgand Dan PickThanks to everyone who joined the chapter fishing and bowling events! It was great seeing everyone together andmeeting some new members. Hopeto see everyone at the rides and future events. We are ready for afull summer of fun!Watch our Facebook site for upcoming events.Ride Safe!Sheila

SAND DUNESNext Meeting(s): April 14th, Friendly Buffalo, Big Lake, 12:30 pmMay 5th, Friendly Buffalo, Big Lake, 12:30 pmJune 2nd, Friendly Buffalo, Big Lake, 12:30 pmUpcoming Event(s):April 14th, Spring ditch clean up, after meetingApril 20th – 22nd A.B.A.T.E. University, Holiday Inn, AlexandriaOur April meeting has been changed to the second Saturday ofthe month on April 14th. I am hoping by then spring will officially be here and we can clean up the two mile stretch ofCounty Road 5 in Orrock Township after our meeting. I inviteeveryone to come out and help pick up.Election results for March were: President - Lester Thooft, VicePresident - Bobby Stephens, Treasurer - Kathy Thooft, Secretary- Tim Rooney, Sergeant at Arms - Brian Johnson, Roger Sawyer,Matt Zeisler, Deb Watson, Mike Thompson, and Nick Devito.Congratulations to all the officers, I also wanted to thank theBitter Biker's for participating in our meetings and Lumberjackfor his assistance with the voting ballots.I am looking forward to a prosperous 2018, continually growing our chapter in the right direction. I will not be yourVice President anymore, but I still will be actively involved andbring our grapevine story to you all. Words can't express mygratitude to the volunteers that have helped me over the pastfew years, but our work is never done, so let's get busy in fighting for our rights and spreading awareness for A.B.A.T.E.of Minnesota."The only thing better than amotorcycle is two motorcycles!"Happy Easter, Rozie

Central - Fishing Event


SOUTHWEST DISTRICT DIRECTORPAUL TJEPKES(320) [email protected]

No report received.

ROLLING PRAIRIEwww.rollingprairieabate.orgNext Meeting(s):April 7th, Aardvarks, Truman, 3:00 pmMay 12th, Rest Area on Hwy 60 by St. James, 12:00 pm *Washout 9:00 am*Upcoming Event(s):April 20th – 22nd, A.B.A.T.E. University, Holiday Inn, AlexandriaMay 12th, Washout 9:00 am -12:00 pm, Rest Area on Hwy 60 bySt. JamesMay 12th, Adopt a Highway after meeting, Rest Area, NobleRV by MadeliaJune 2nd, Summer Kickstart Motorcycle Run, Buckshot's Bar,Butterfield Registration 12:00 pm and kickstands up at 1:00 pmWell Elections are over and we have some new faces for officers. Congratulations to all of you, and thank you for stepping up. For those exiting officers, thank you for all youdid and continue to do. Officers are:President- Cory Lorenz, Vice President - Tom Duncan, Secretary- Kelly Lorenz, Treasurer- Kari Duncan, Chapter Rep- Randy Prochazka, Sgt@Arms- Becky Schultz, DougSchultz, Darren "Big D" Sather, Barb Brown, Roy Peterson, andDonna Prochazka.We had another amazing Chili Feed this year. With 20+ roastersof chili and our new additions of hotdogs/chili dogs no one lefthungry. I can't thank you all enough of the members thatshowed up and busted their ass to make this event as successful as it is. It's a lot of hard work, and we couldn't do itwithout all your help. Hope you were able to attend and alsoget one of our new Rolling Prairie cups. Thanks to all that cameand big thanks to all our sponsors for their donations.Bikerday was on the 14th and it is great to see all that leatherwalking the halls of the Capitol. It's a very important day for usbikers to let our legislators know who we are and what westand for. They work for US, so put them to work!Our Wash Out will be on May 12th from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm.Come on out and help wash windshields, we will have donutsand coffee and even some fresh fruits for all that stop. Remember that May is Motorcycle Awareness Month and wejust ask that you start watching for us out there. As long asweather is permitting we will be doing our Adopt-A-Hwyditch clean up after the washout and meeting. Bring friends!!Lots and lots of friends!April 20th – 22nd is A.B.A.T.E. University. This is where we getour officers trained for their new duties, or old duties. It's agreat time and is fun visiting with all the other chapters. Onething is for sure, Rolling Prairie ALWAYS has fun at A.B.A.T.E.University. Oh the stories I could tell you! So come on up andmake some great memoriesyou will forget the next day.Until next time, live free,ride free, and God BlessAmerica!Cory Lorenz

GLACIAL RIDGEwww.glacialridgeabate.orgNo report received.

SOUTH CENTRALSouth Central Chapter A.B.A.T.E. (Facebook Site) Check Us OutUpcoming Event(s):April 4th, Bonfire Bar & Grille, Litchfield, 7:00 pm May 2nd, Bonfire Bar & Grille, Litchfield, 7:00 pmJune 6th, Bonfire Bar & Grille, Litchfield, 7:00 pmUpcoming Event(s):April 20th – 22nd, A.B.A.T.E. University, Holiday Inn, AlexandriaMay 19th, Spring Fling & Bike Show, Mug Shots Bar, Cosmos,1:00 pm – 4:00 pmCongratulations to our 2018 officers! Brad “Pops” Latham –President. Carl Melin – Vice President. Doug Louris – ChapterRep. Toni Stone – Treasurer. Ingrid Cohen – Secretary. And yourSgt @ Arms include: Jennifer Sommerfeld, Bill LaPlante, CurtSchmitz, Doug Cohen, Donnie Wellbrock & Charlie Ardolf.Thank you for stepping up and taking the lead for anothergreat year with A.B.A.T.E.A lot of great events coming up. We cannot stress enough to getout there and support our state-wide events and fundraisers.We all work together to continue our message for training andeducation for motorcyclists. We hope to see you at our eventsand join our other chapters at their events and fundraisers! (Remember... our chapter incentive!! If you attend anotherchapter’s event or fundraiser, let Brad Latham or Carl Melinknow and you will be entered into a drawing for 2018 StateRally passes! Great incentive to get you out and about this summer! *Must be a current member to be eligible.*)A.B.A.T.E. University will take place at the end of the monthwith some great sessions on fundraising, MN Gambling Control Board, Share the Road. It’s a great weekend to come together with others statewide for some great education andfun to go along with it.Our 2018 Spring Fling & Bike Show planning is underway.Doug & Ingrid Cohen are hard at it with pulling together another great event for us. Fingers crossed, this year will be fullof sunshine and no rain!! So mark your calendars for Saturday,May 19th 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm at Mug Shots Bar in Cosmos. Wewant you to join us that day… but we could also use your helpas we get ready for the big day. We are looking for vendors,bike entrants, sponsors, door prizes, etc.Reach out to Doug and Ingrid or an officerand find out how you can help!As always, April means riding season isnear. Be sure to consider spring maintenance, insurance and maybe a riding course for the riding season. Wewant you to be safe on the roads in 2018.Jill


WAY WESTwww.facebook.com/groups/WayWestABATENext Meeting(s):April 6th, Checkered Flag, Bellingham, 7:00 pmMay 4th, Checkered Flag, Bellingham, 7:00 pmUpcoming Event(s):April 20th - 22nd, A.B.A.T.E. University, Holiday Inn, AlexandriaElections are over, congrats to all!! What a great turnout at ourlast meeting. I love to see that.Spring is around the corner and I couldn't be happier. After thefoot of snow we got last night and waiting to be plowedout...............I can't help, but, think of riding season. Get thosebikes tuned up and ready to roll!!!!I am hoping that the newly appointed fundraising committeemeets soon; we need to raise some money. It is easy to spend,but, we have to renew those funds.Bring your ideas on how to sustain, how to bring in new memberships to our meetings. It is all of OUR chapter!Til we meet again, keep your motors revved!LeAnn

LAKEwww.abatelakechapter.comNext Meeting(s):April 7th, Chops, Hanover, 3:00 pmMay 5th, Missile Park, St. Bonifacius, 3:00 pmJune 2nd, Madigan’s, Maple Lake, 3:00 pmUpcoming Event(s):April 20th – 22nd, A.B.A.T.E. University, Holiday Inn, AlexandriaMay 5th, Ditch pick up, Hwy 7, St. Bonifacius, 12:00 pmMay 5th, Washout, Hwy 94, Enfield rest area, 9:00 am – 12:00 pmMay 27th, Lake Chapter Memorial RunWe had another good turnout for the March meeting. Thanks toThe Hollywood Road House for the meeting space. We hadover 50 people attend and signed up a couple new members. Itis great to see some new faces and get some new ideas for ourchapter too.We had some discussion on the 2019 Meeting of the Minds conference that A.B.A.T.E. of Minnesota will be hosting. It willbe held in the southern metro and the committee is looking formore help and ideas. So let someone know if you would like tohelp. They are looking for logo ideas too.Buddy Bears have been ordered and will be picked up atA.B.A.T.E. U. If you know of a place that could use some, letone of the officers know. We have been collecting for the localfood shelf and now have $270.00 that will be donated duringfood shelf month.Voting was done at the March meeting. Chapter officers for thisyear are: President – Smoker, Vice President – Dan Arne, StateRep. – Todd Riba, Secretary – Leah Otto, Treasurer – Becky Hasslen, Sgt at Arms – Colleen Johnson, Fred Pawelk, CurtJohnson, Scott Trout, Nikki Arne and Mike Jencks.The Lake Chapter Member of the Year award will be presentedat the April meeting. See you there!Mitch’n

Think Summer! It will be here soon and we better be ready!!

SOUTHWESTNext Meeting(s):April 6th, Rushmore Community Center, Rushmore, 7:30 pmMay 4th, Rushmore Community Center, Rushmore, 7:30 pmUpcoming Event(s):April 20th – 22nd, A.B.A.T.E. University, Holiday Inn, AlexandriaHappy Spring!!!Not so much to say this month, other than hope to see you atA.B.A.T.E. University.Our soup and chili feeds were lots of fun were well attended, inspite of being compromised, by some bad weather. We elected our officers, and look forward to a fantastic year!Keep our military and families in your thoughts and prayers See you on the road real soon!BAM

BUFFALO RIDGENext Meeting(s):April 7th, Bitton's Roadhouse, Garvin, 1:00 pmMay 12th, Trev's Kitchen, Lynd, 1:00 pmUpcoming Event(s):April 20th – 22nd, A.B.A.T.E. University, Holiday Inn, AlexandriaHello Freedom Fighters,I would like to introduce myself to everyone as the new President of the Buffalo Ridge Chapter. My name is Edward(Eddy) Zwetzig and I served as the Vice President for the lastyear. I am an active leader with Boy Scouts and have been forthe last 13 years. I also serve on the committee for Toys 4 Totsand we are in the middle of planning our annual Fun Run forJuly 28th. More information to come as it getscloser. I would like to Thank Kris Gruhot forher years of service and dedication as ourPresident. I am looking forward to an exciting year serving my Chapter.Be Safe Shiny Side Up,Eddy


SOUTHEAST DISTRICTDIRECTORNITA BAKER (507) [email protected]

This will be my last article in theRoad Noise. It's bittersweet for me.

I have felt my time as a district director has come toan end, that's the bitter part. The sweet part is that Ihave learned a lot as a director. I will take that into mylife going forward. I have come to know many peoplein this position. I really appreciate all the support Ihave gotten from you all. I will still do my Share theRoad classes in the driver's education classes. I'vebeen doing about two classes a month these last fewmonths. I am hoping to do more in the coming future.I will do all I can to let everyone know the dates andtimes of the classes coming up. I will also still bedoing the mailing of the advanced tickets for the staterally and also the treasurer's position at the rally. I really enjoy doing those positions. I am sure that theperson that takes over for me as district director willdo a fantastic job in the position. (Virgil Legried), ofcourse barring a write in vote. I look forward to seeing where our new District Director will take us.On my way to my Share The Road class in Austin lastweek, I heard on the radio that last year there were2,000 pedestrians killed last year, that's a lot of people,I believe that was across the United States. Just like

bikers, one death is too many. In order to know wherewe are headed, sometimes it is helpful to rememberwhere we have come from, so I did some research. In2006 we had 1,496 crashes with 70 bikers killed. Ourrecord high amount of bikers killed was in 1980 with121. We had 60 pedestrians killed in Minnesota in2016. Our recent years we had 46 bikers killed in 2014,in 2015 we had 61 and in 2016 we had 54. One in fivepeople who died in a traffic crash in 2016 wereyounger than 25, let that sink in for a moment. Threeof four total fatalities in Minnesota occurred in ruralareas meaning <5,000 population.By the time you read this the S.T.E.A.M. conventionwill be done. I hope everyone that attended had agreat time. I know I am looking forward to it. Also theBikerday at the Capitol will be done by the time youread this. I hope we have a great showing. The nextthing we will be looking forward to is A.B.A.T.E. University. I know there are many great thingsplanned for that event as well. I hope you all take advantage of the offerings there.I'm going to make this a short article this month. Iwant to thank all those that enjoyed reading my articles and for those that didn't well, I always toldyou to take it with you into the throne room. LOL Iwill look forward to seeing you all in the future. Ridesafe, and as always, TOGETHER WE RIDE FREE. Respectfully submitted for the last time by Nita K. Baker, SEDD

TRI-COUNTYNext Meeting(s):April 5th, Cy's Bar and Grill, Chaska, 7:00 pmMay 3rd, Rob and Julie's home, 6:30 pm (910 Sommerville St.South, Shakopee). Burgers and Brats will be provided, paperand plastic products provided by the Chapter, please bring adish to pass. Questions call Rob at (952) 807-3163. Thanks Roband Julie!June 7th, Memorial Park, Shakopee, 6:30 pm, 1801 CountyRoad 101, Shakopee. Chapter Fundraiser meetings will start at 6:30 pm prior to ourmonthly meetings at 7:00 pm.Upcoming Event(s):April 20th - 22nd, A.B.A.T.E University, Holiday Inn, AlexandriaMay 5th, Tri-County's 2nd Annual Carver Motorcycle Ride(rain or shine). Registration at the Dog House in Carver, at10:30 am., kickstands up at noon. A.B.A.T.E University - Start digging for items for auction donation, bring to April meeting.State Rally – start approaching your businesses to see if theywill be a sponsor for our Rally. Thanks to our Board for staying committed and involved.President: Jon Fernholz Vice President: Scott Steinhoff Secretary: Katie Gilloffo Treasurer: Peter Fernholz Sergeant atArms: Rob Litzenberger, John Pabst, John Parker, Mike Pharr,Monte Thue, Chapter Rep: Ron ErnstCongratulations to Rob and Julie Litzenberger for earning theirWrite to Ride Patches! Get those bikes ready for our 2nd Annual Carver Ride!Leisa

Congratulations to Rob and Julie Litzenberger for earning their Write to Ride Patches!


MISSISSIPPI VALLEYwww.facebook.com/missvalley.abateNext Meeting(s):April, 14th, American Legion, Red Wing, 11:00 amStarting May 13th, our meetings will be on the second Sundayof the month, at 2:00 pm, at Roscoe's Road House in Randolph.Upcoming Event(s):April 20th – 22nd, A.B.A.T.E. University, Holiday Inn, AlexandriaOur new Chapter officers: President/Chapter Rep- Benny Roemer, Vice President- Dave Jenson Sr., Secretary/Treasurer-Sara Wilson and our Sgt. @ Arms- Pete Otto Jr. and RichardWinslow.Our upcoming Washout will be just north of Lake City on May5th, at the rest area on 61 during the 100 mile yard sale.We also have a Ditch Clean-up scheduled for May..(date to bedetermined)--come to a meetingand help us decideOur recent chapter fundraiserwas unsuccessful in that webroke even. But, we are determined to try harder nexttime.

FLATLANDERSSee the Flatlanders Chapter A.B.A.T.E. Minnesota page onFacebook for meeting dates, locations and time.Next Meeting(s):April 28th, Moose Lodge, Albert Lea, 1:00 pmMay 19th, TB3’s, Freeborn, immediately following theWashout, approximately 2:00 pmUpcoming Event(s): April 20th - 22nd, A.B.A.T.E. University, Holiday Inn, AlexandriaMay 19th, WASHOUT, Blue Earth, MN I90 Westbound RestArea, 11:00 am - 1:00 pmGreetings to all A.B.A.T.E. of Minnesota members from theFlatlanders! We had our Chapter elections in March. A BIGthank you to all of the outgoing and incoming officers! Our officers for 2018 are: President - Jesse Larish, Vice President -Dave Fodness, Secretary – Jacquie Mauseth, Treasurer – CaliVokoun, State Rep – Meghan Baumann, Sgt at Arms – BenBaumann, Bill Hinderschiet, Charlie Schmidt, Fred Vokoun,and Steve Whelan. It is Flatlanders willing to step up, offertheir time and talents that keep our Chapter great!Bikerday at the Capitol was March 14th. I hope you took theopportunity to get in front of your representatives and let youropinions be known. A.B.A.T.E. University is April 20th - 22ndin Alexandria. If you have never attended, I encourage you todo so. This is a great opportunity to meet with A.B.A.T.E.members from across the state, participate in a seminar andlearn something new! And until next month,"We are participants, notsimply observers."Meghan Baumann

Flatlanders - Outgoing Officers

Flatlanders - Incoming Officers

Flatlanders - Jacquie and Virgil officer paperwork


RIVER VALLEYNext Meeting(s):April 8th, Eagles Club, Mankato, 12:00 pmMay 12th, Gerry's and Clair's after ditch clean upJune 10th, Eagles Club, Mankato, 12:00pmUpcoming Event(s):April 20th - 22nd, A.B.A.T.E University, Holiday Inn, AlexandriaMay 5th, Awareness parade, line up at noon leaves at 1:00 pmMay 12th, Spring Ditch Clean up, 10:00 amSpring is finally here I hope you've done your maintenance onyour bike, got your tabs, kicked your tires and checked yourbrakes, lights, and any thing else you can think of, if you haveyou should be ready to ride, I'm looking forward to that firstride of the season. We have our Awareness Parade on May 5th our members areworking very hard to make it a success we will need all theroad guards we can get, it's very easy to do so I hope you canhelp us out, We will be having a fun run again this year afterthe parade, I hope you all can join us It's a good timeOur spring ditch clean up is the 12th of May we meet at theHarvest States overflow lot on highway 169 at 10:00 am it onlytakes an hour, then we will have lunch at Gerry's and Clair'swith our May chapter meeting after, camping will be availablefor those who stay and party.I would to congratulate the members who have been elected toSergeant at arms and officers for anotheryear, a special thank you to Steve (Slick)Dubanwho is in his 21st year as River Valley'streasurer he has seen a lot of people comeand go over the years and has kept ourbooks down to the penny for all that timeso when you see him say thanks.If you have any questions or suggestionscall me.Stay safeGlen

River ValleyV.P. John Brantner with our Treasurer

Steve (Slick) Duban on 20 years of Service

STRAIGHT RIVERNext Meeting(s): April 14th, Medford Muni, Medford (New Location!), 1:00 pmMay 12th, American Legion, Morristown, 1:00 pmUpcoming Event(s):April 20th - 22nd, A.B.A.T.E University, Holiday Inn, AlexandriaMay 6th, Owatonna Blessing, Steele County Fairgrounds, setup begins at 9:00 amStraight Jackets,Election results are in! Congratulations to the new batch ofchapter officers:President: John “Zoomer” Knudsen, Vice President : Bill“Groucho” Marx, Treasurer : Kathy Dirksen, Secretary : DonnaKinney, Chapter Rep: John “Spanky” St. Clair. Sergeants atArms: Laura Knudsen, Vicki Lee, Jim “Pittsy” Pitts, Jeff“Diesel” Voracek.I would like to take a quick minute to personally thank thechapter. The last 2 years as Chapter President has certainlybeen eventful and enlightening, and I find myself better for theexperience. I welcome Zoomer and his team into their new offices, and look forward to the future. Ride safe and free!Keys

LOWER CORNERNext Meeting(s):April... time and place to be determinedUpcoming Event(s):April 20th - 22nd, A.B.A.T.E University, Holiday Inn, AlexandriaHello Lower Corner members, we sometimes find ourselvesliving in a bubble, or some may say a vacuum. In either place,air and space is limited. When we're riding, the space aroundus could be considered our safety bubble. Distracted driverscontinue to crowd us. That, my friends, will be a thing of thepast. The solution to distracted driving is driverless cars! Nomore human error. No more " I didn't see him". Technology isour new savior. According to the AMA, General Motors says its Cruise AV willoperate with no driver, no steering wheel, and no pedals. GMhas filed a petition with the US DOT for a waiver for laws thatthe company cannot meet because these laws are "human-driver-based-requirements". Meanwhile, back in California, a self-driving Chevy Bolt EV struck a biker whenthe car lane changed to the left, butidentified the traffic gap was tightening and returned to its originalcenter lane. At the same time, a motorcyclist had moved right to fillthe spot the car had vacated. Get thepicture? The car slid back to the rightcoming into contact with the bike.Thank goodness the Chevy computerwas wearing a helmet. This isn't thefuture, brothers and sisters. GM planson having these vehicles on our streetsby 2019.


NORTHWESTwww.abatenorthwestmn.orgNext Meeting(s):April 8th, Rod Olson's, Mentor, 2:00 pmMay 6th, Greg McGlynn’s, Red Lake Falls, 2:00 pmUpcoming Event(s):April 20th - 22nd, A.B.A.T.E. University, Holiday Inn, AlexandriaJune 8th - 9th, Northwest Spring Ride InWe've been working on the 30th Annual Spring Ride In. Fireworks, Bike Show, food and music.Cold Shot Playing Friday night and Obstruction Of Justiceplaying Saturday. $40.00 gate fee for the weekend. $30.00 for aSaturday day pass. Won't be long now the bikes will take to thestreets, remember to watch for sand on the roads, as it cancause a bike to slip out from under you.Ride Safe,Greg

NORTHWESTDISTRICT DIRECTORMIKE JEPPESEN(320) [email protected] report received.

NORTH STARwww.northstarabate.orgNext Meeting(s):April 15th, Wilton Liquor, Wilton, 3:00 pmMay 20th, Wilton Liquor, Wilton, 3:00 pmJune 17th, Wilton Liquor, Wilton, 3:00 pmUpcoming Event(s):April 20th - 22nd, A.B.A.T.E. University, Holiday Inn, AlexandriaHappy April everyone!!! Hope everyone had a good Easter.Soon we'll be at A.B.A.T.E. U in Alexandria. Also May is Motorcycle Awareness month. We need to get out and promoteit as much as we can. The Washout is also just around the corner. Another great way to promote our cause and promotesafety. We are still putting plans together for our Julyfundraiser in Cass Lake. Hopefully that will be a great time.That's about all I have for this month. Next monthI'll announce our new officers. If you forget the dates of our meetings weusually post a reminder on the chapter Facebook page. We always have them thethird Sunday same time same place. Sincerely Dane (Mutt) Schroeder

FREEDOM FIRST RIDERSwww.freedomfirstriders.orgNext Meeting(s):April 28th, VFW, Alexandria, 6:00 pmUpcoming Event(s):April 14th - April 15th, 11th Annual Bike Show, RCC, AlexandriaApril 20th - 22nd, A.B.A.T.E. University, Holiday Inn, AlexandriaBIKE SHOWThe bike show is set and ready to go. Please plan on attending and bring a friend. If you would still like to work ashift please contact Patty, Derek, or myself. This is ourlargest fundraiser and need all the help we can get. When atthe show make sure you thank all the workers for dedicatingtheir time to this event.SUNDAY RIDESI am looking for someone to help organize our Sunday ridesthis summer. We start the first Sunday in June and gothrough the end of August. Please contact Derek or myself ifyou are interested.A.B.A.T.E. U is right around the corner. This event each yearis held in our backyard on April 20th - 22nd. Please plan onattending. They have some great classes put on this year. Wewill again be putting on theapple pie contest. So bringyour best home brew to see ifyou can compete with thebest. All proceeds from thecontest are donated to MOM.Double G

BORDERLANDNext Meeting(s):May 5th, VFW, Roseau, 5:30 pmUpcoming Event(s):April 20th - 22nd, A.B.A.T.E. University, Holiday Inn, AlexandriaMay 5th, Borderland Chapter’s 19th Annual Membership Driveand Fundraiser, VFW, Roseau, 6:30 pmHello Borderland!Well, spring has sprung and everyone is waiting to get on theirbikes! A big thanks to our members that attended Bikerday atthe Capitol and congrats to all new and returning Chapter officers! We also thank members for selling the A.B.A.T.E. Uraffle tickets. My prediction is that we will sell two winners thisyear since we are way overdue for that. Good luck and I hopeto see you down there.We are all looking forward to our Membership Drive. This isour Chapter fundraiser and Motorcycle PAC of Minnesotafundraiser, so bring your door prizes, silent auction items, anda bunch of cash. Great food, games, and fellowship! Now wepray for a safe and fun riding season. Amen.Twistin' da wick, Tim


HEART OF THE LAKESNext Meeting(s):Friday, April 13th, Frazee VFW, Frazee, 7:00 pmSunday, May 13th, Whiskey Creek Saloon, Wadena, 1:00 pm(Kruzin' 4 Kids pancake breakfast is prior to meeting at the Elksin Wadena)Upcoming Event(s):April 20th - 22nd, A.B.A.T.E. University, Holiday Inn, AlexandriaHowdy Folks!!This will be the last time you will hear from me on this page.From now on I will be writing the NWDD Grapevine.It has been a Pleasure Being president of this great chapter! Iwould like to THANK everyone that has made this a fun ride.Don't worry I will still be around to bother you.Our 21st Annual Pool N Dart Tourney was amazing!! Goodweather, good turn out, great people and fun was had by ALL!Cash raffle winners: $1000.00 Nancy Emblom, $500.00 MonteOhlrogge and Corey Sigel. $250.00 Traci Alger, Dean Shultz,Kim Tryggeseth, Jim Batch, Cylinda Schaeben. Thank you forsupporting our chapter and congratulations!!Pool winners: 1st place Terry Fullerton, 2nd place LeRoy Cook,3rd place Rich Riemers. Dart winners: 1st place HollyBergstrom Sr., 2nd place Holly Bergstrom Jr., 3rd place JohnVaida.Congratulations and thanks forsupporting our Chapter!Get them bikes ready to roll ! Seeya on the road.TAKE CARE and RIDE FREEEdgar

Heart of the LakesPool Winners:

1st- Terry Fullerton2nd- LeRoy Cook3rd- Rich Riemers

Heart of the LakesDart Winners:

1st- Holly Bergstrom Sr.2nd- Holly Bergstrom Jr.

3rd- John Vaida

Heart of the Lakes - Mort

Heart of the Lakes - Crystal


A.B.A.T.E. of Minnesota Inc. Board of Directors Meeting Tentative Agenda

Saturday April 21, 2018, 9:00 amHoliday Inn, Alexandria, MN

CALL TO ORDER9:00 am Call to order Mack BacklundPledge of Allegiance, Invocation and Welcome Mike Jeppesen Roll call Michele LegriedAgenda approval / changes Mack BacklundAppointment of election judges Mack BacklundSecretary Report- January, 2018 Michele LegriedTreasurer’s Report Michelle Backlund

LEGISLATIVE REPORTSLegislative Director Todd RibaMotorcycle PAC of MN Mark SennNCOM (National Coalition of Motorcyclists) Frank ErnstMRF (Motorcycle Riders Foundation) Todd RibaWrite to Ride Frank Ernst

COMMITTEE REPORTS(Committee Chairs submit written reports, up to 5 minutes for verbal report, if more time needed request in advance).A.B.A.T.E. University Jane DoyleEducation Paul TjepkesGambling Kim OstlundBuddy Bear Program Sharon PolmanMembership and Member Retention Jim LaSpisaProducts Benny RoemerPublications Becky Hasslen and Kimmer RobertsonRally Keith “Smoker” EfronWays and Means Kristie Orn

OTHER REPORTSState Office Liz HerzogMCDAR (Motorcycle Dial-A-Ride) John NelsonMotorcycle Safety Advisory Task Force Monte OhlroggeMinnesota Motorcycle Club Coalition and Confederation of Clubs of Minnesota Jane Doyle and Frank Ernst

OLD BUSINESSUpdate Data Processing Procedures in Operations Manual2018 Budget2019 Meeting of the Minds Update

NEW BUSINESSA.B.A.T.E. Chapter Officer List to Dial-A-RideState Officer Election ResultsAnnounce Chapter Officers and Presentation of Awards

OFFICER REPORTSTreasurer Michelle BacklundSecretary Michele LegriedNorthwest District Director Mike JeppesenSouthwest District Director Paul TjepkesSoutheast District Director Nita BakerNortheast District Director Mark BraastadAssistant State Coordinator Jim OrnTrustee Frank ErnstState Coordinator Mack Backlund

ANNOUNCEMENTS /ADJOURNMENT


C A L E N D A R O F E V E N T SApril 4 Northeast Chapter meeting, Chalet Lounge, Hermantown, 7:00 pm

South Central Chapter meeting, Bonfire Bar & Grille, Litchfield, 7:00 pmApril 5 Tri-County Chapter meeting, Cy’s Bar and Grill, Chaska, 7:00 pmApril 6 Way West Chapter meeting, Checkered Flag, Bellingham, 7:00 pm

Southwest Chapter meeting, Community Center, Rushmore, 7:30 pmApril 7 Buffalo Ridge Chapter meeting, Bitton’s Roadhouse, Garvin, 1:00 pm

Lake Chapter meeting, Chops, Hanover, 3:00 pmRolling Prairie Chapter meeting, Aardvark’s, Truman, 3:00 pm

April 8 River Riders Chapter meeting, American Legion, Forest Lake, 10:00 amEast Central Chapter meeting, American Legion, St. Francis, 11:00 amCentral Chapter meeting, Bubba’s Bar and Grill, Sauk Rapids, 12:00 pmRiver Valley Chapter meeting, Eagles Club, Mankato, 12:00 pmWays and Means Committee meeting, Ugly Bar, Montrose, 1:00 pmPublications Committee meeting, Ugly Bar, Montrose, 1:45 pmNorthwest Chapter meeting, Rod Olson’s home, Mentor, 2:00 pmUp North Chapter meeting, Outpost Bar, Deer River, 4:00 pm

April 9 Metro Chapter’s Taco Night Fundraiser, Casa Rio Restaurant, AnokaApril 10 Metro Chapter meeting, Billy’s Bar & Grill, Anoka, 7:00 pmApril 13 Heart of the Lakes Chapter meeting, VFW, Frazee, 7:00 pmApril 14 Iron Range Swap Meet, Armory, Hibbing, 10:00 am-4:00 pm

Mississippi Valley Chapter meeting, American Legion, Red Wing, 11:00 amSand Dunes Chapter meeting, Friendly Buffalo, Big Lake, 12:30 pm, followed by Spring ditch pick-upStraight River Chapter meeting, Medford Muni, Medford, 1:00 pm

April 14-15 Freedom First Riders’ 11th Annual Bike Show, RCC, AlexandriaApril 15 Jack Pine Riders Chapter meeting, Village Bar, Pine City, 2:00 pm

North Star Chapter meeting, Wilton Liquor Store, Wilton, 3:00 pmApril 20 Rally Committee meeting, Holiday Inn, Alexandria, 6:00 pm

Gambling Committee meeting, Holiday Inn, Alexandria, 7:00 pmA.B.A.T.E. of Minnesota’s Pre-Board meeting, Holiday Inn, Alexandria, 8:00 pm

April 20-22 A.B.A.T.E. University, Holiday Inn, AlexandriaApril 21 A.B.A.T.E. of Minnesota’s Board of Directors meeting, Holiday Inn, Alexandria, 9:00 amApril 21-22 Red River Valley Motorcyclists Annual Motorcycle Show, Alerus Center, Grand Forks, ND.

More info: www.rrvmnd.orgApril 28 Flatlanders Chapter meeting, Moose Lodge, Albert Lea, 1:00 pm

Freedom First Riders Chapter meeting, VFW, Alexandria, 6:00 pmMay 2 Northeast Chapter meeting, Chalet Lounge, Hermantown, 6:00 pm

South Central Chapter meeting, Bonfire Bar & Grille, Litchfield, 7:00 pmMay 3 Tri-County Chapter meeting, Rob and Julie’s home, Shakopee, 6:30 pmMay 4 Way West Chapter meeting, Checkered Flag, Bellingham, 7:00 pm

Southwest Chapter meeting, Community Center, Rushmore, 7:30 pmMay 5 Lake Chapter’s Washout, Enfield Rest Stop, Monticello, 9:00 am-12:00 pm, followed by ditch pick-up,

St. Bonifacius Community Center, St. Bonifacius, 12:00 pm, followed by a Chapter meeting, Missile Park, St. Bonifacius, 3:00 pmRiver Valley Chapter’s 25th Annual Motorcycle Awareness Parade, City of Mankato Public Works parking lot, Mankato, 12:00 pmTri-County Chapter’s 2nd Annual Carver Motorcycle Ride, Dog House Bar, Carver, registration 10:30 am, ride leaves at 12:00 pm


C A L E N D A R O F E V E N T S - CONTINUEDMay 5 Dirty Rotten Bikerfest, Oak Grove, 12:00 pm. More info: www.DirtyRottenBikerfest.com

Sand Dunes Chapter meeting, Friendly Buffalo, Big Lake, 12:30 pmBorderland Chapter meeting, VFW, Roseau, 5:30 pmBorderland Chapter’s 19th Annual Membership Drive and Fundraiser, VFW, Roseau, 6:30 pm

May 6 Blessing of the Bikes, Steele County Fairgrounds, Owatonna, 9:00 amEast Central Chapter meeting, American Legion, St. Francis, 11:00 amNorthwest Chapter meeting, Greg McGlynn’s home, Red Lake Falls, 2:00 pmCentral Chapter meeting, Stoney’s, Rockville, 6:00 pm

May 8 Metro Chapter meeting, Billy’s Bar & Grill, Anoka, 7:00 pmMay 12 Rolling Prairie Chapter’s Washout, Wayside Rest by St. James, 8:00 am,

followed by a Chapter meeting at 12:00 pm, followed by ditch pick-upRiver Valley Chapter’s ditch clean-up, Harvest States overflow lot on Highway 169, 10:00 am, followed by a Chapter meeting at Gerry and Clair’sBuffalo Ridge Chapter meeting, Trev’s Kitchen, Lynd, 1:00 pmStraight River Chapter meeting, American Legion, Morristown, 1:00 pmPublications Committee meeting, Becky Hasslen and Dave Clifton’s home, Buffalo, 2:00 pm

May 13 Heart of the Lakes Chapter meeting, Whiskey Creek Saloon, Wadena, 1:00 pmMississippi Valley Chapter meeting, Roscoe’s Road House, Randolph, 2:00 pmUp North Chapter meeting, MJ’s, Pengilly, 4:00 pm

May 14-15 Bikers Inside the Beltway, Washington, DCMay 17 Minnesota Motorcycle Safety Task Force meeting, Hennepin Technical College, Brooklyn Park, 5:00 pmMay 17-20 Veteran’s Salute, Camp NCN Adult Campground, Black River Falls, WI. More info: www.campncn.comMay 19 Flatlanders Chapter’s Washout, Minnesota I-90 westbound rest area, Blue Earth, 11:00 am-1:00 pm,

followed by a Chapter meeting at TB3’s, Freeborn, 2:00 pmSouth Central Chapter’s Spring Fling & Bike Show, Mugshots Bar, Cosmos, 1:00 pm-4:00 pm

May 20 Jack Pine Riders Chapter meeting, Doc’s on 23, Askov, 2:00 pmNorth Star Chapter meeting, Wilton Liquor Store, Wilton, 3:00 pm

May 22 Gambling Committee meeting, Frank Ernst’s home, Chanhassen, 6:00 pmJune 2 Rolling Prairie Chapter’s Summer Kickstart Motorcycle Run, Buckshot’s Bar, Butterfield,

registration 12:00 pm, run leaves at 1:00 pmSand Dunes Chapter meeting, Friendly Buffalo, Big Lake, 12:30 pmLake Chapter meeting, Madigan’s, Maple Lake, 3:00 pm

June 6 Northeast Chapter meeting, Chalet Lounge, Hermantown, 7:00 pmSouth Central Chapter meeting, Bonfire Bar & Grille, Litchfield, 7:00 pm

June 7 Tri-County Chapter meeting, Memorial Park, Shakopee, 6:30 pmJune 8-10 Northwest Chapter’s Spring Ride-In, Municipal Park, St. HilaireJune 9 Central Chapter’s 4th Annual Ride for Heroes

East Central Chapter’s Summer Thunder, Dugout Bar & Grill, BethelJune 10 River Valley Chapter meeting, Eagles Club, Mankato, 12:00 pmJune 11 Metro Chapter’s Taco Night Fundraiser, Casa Rio Restaurant, AnokaJune 12 Metro Chapter meeting, Billy’s Bar & Grill, Anoka, 7:00 pmJune 17 Jack Pine Riders Chapter meeting, Cricket Bar, Rock Creek, 2:00 pm

North Star Chapter meeting, Wilton Liquor Store, Wilton, 3:00 pmJune 20-24 Black River Rumble, Camp NCN Adult Campground, Black River Falls, WI.

More info: www.blackriverrumble.comJune 21-24 A.B.A.T.E. of Illinois’ State Party, Menard County Fairgrounds, IL. More info: www.abate-il.orgJune 30 Patriot Ride, Anoka County Airport


MEMBER OF THE MONTHMIKE PESTA, GLACIAL RIDGE CHAPTER

MIKE PESTA IS THE CURRENT CHAPTER REP FOR GLACIAL RIDGE CHAPTER AND HAS BEEN FORAPPROXIMATELY THE LAST 10 YEARS. MIKE WAS RECRUITED INTO A.B.A.T.E. OF MINNESOTA BY JIMHALVERSON IN 1998. BEFORE HE BECAME CHAPTER REP HE SERVED ONE YEAR AS MASTER SERGEANTAT ARMS. HE IS OUR HEAD OF FIRST AID AT THE STATE RALLY, PUTTINGIN MANY HOURS WITHOUT SLEEP. HE ALSO VOLUNTEERS AT IOWA’SFREEDOM RALLY IN ALGONA DOING FIRST AID THERE.

HIS HIGHLIGHT OF 2017 WAS THE TIME HE SPENT RIDING IN THEBLACK HILLS, HIKING BEAR BUTTE, THEN RIDING TO ROCKY MOUNTAINNATIONAL PARK IN COLORADO, WITH HIS FINAL STOP BEING GLACIALNATIONAL PARK.

MIKE AVERAGES 15,000 MILES A YEAR. HE WILL TELL YOU IN HIS QUIETWAY THAT HE IS JUST A POSTAL WORKER THAT RIDES IN ALL KINDS OFWEATHER.


NEW & RENEWALS FOR FEBRUARY 2018BorderlandTony Rud R

Buffalo RidgeDave Herzog / Liz Herzog RTim Johnson / Susie Johnson RBill Wellnitz / Janelle Wellnitz R

CentralLee Basswood / Porcia Stock RTyler Hogrefe / Dakota Stack NAlex Kronenberg / Sarah Roach NJim "Weebs" Wiebe / Bev Wiebe R

East CentralPat Burke RJoe McChesney / Brianna Brahs NJim Palmer / Vicki Palmer R

FlatlandersKyle Arndt / Jessica Arndt NMeghan Baumann / Ben Baumann RMichael Bergdale / Kristin Bergdale NTed Cornelius / Bernadette Cornelius RJeff Diggins RJohn Krell NJesse Larish RPete Leehey NCody Robinson NKlysen Schoppers NBob Stiehl RKeith Van Beek / Andrea Roe N

Freedom First RidersMike Adensam NJeremy Clitty / Erica Clitty RShawn Hauge / Leilani Hauge RRichard Hertwig RJustin Keohntop / Stacy Keohntop RKen "Murf" Murphy / Kathy Murphy RRobert Noyes RMonte Ohlrogge / Jodi Ohlrogge RKelly Schienbein / Nickie Blanchette NJeff Sonsteby RPeter "Fabio" Sundberg RBill "Chaos" Thatcher / Sonja Thatcher RTrevor Triebenbach / Katherine Lammle RRyan Triebenbach / Kari Zimney R

Glacial RidgeMike Pesta R

Heart of the LakesTom Heazlett RMonte Larson REric Marts / Bobbie Marts RJohn Nelson / Bonnetta Heath RJohn Rogers / Sue Wehmas R

Jack Pine RidersMike Elsberry / Kathy Forsland NRick Peterson RMike Prokott / Angie Prokott R

LakeThe Greek/Gopher Bar / Phyllis RDan Abbott NRichard Adams NJohn Amdor III RMark Angermeier NDanny Armstrong RJohn Birosh NJeremy Black / Tammie Black NCyndi Buttweiler RDave Clifton / Becky Hasslen RTroy Grimler NDavid Grommersch / Paula Grommersch RMike Jencks / April Murch RAllen Jewett NSteven Johnson RSteve Johnson / Holly Ruder RAudra Koel RJim Kosse RDaniel P Lyrek / Lorna M Lyrek RKimmer Robertson RTim Schaar / Chris Schaar RAlicea Schablin RJeffrey Schefers NJerry Smith / Amy Smith RLoyal Staskivige NMatt Thell N

Lower CornerLynn Wagner R

MetroDaniel Glynn RJim Horejsi RJohn Rasmussen / Carol Rasmussen R

Mississippi ValleyJohn Crawford R

North StarFran Ahlgren R

NortheastMajor Goard RRoy Webb / Leslie Webb R

NorthwestDebra Butler RBrian Gagner RTrevor Halvorson / Michele Halvorson RGary Johnsrud RNeil Liedberg RMariah McGlynn RGreg McGlynn RPaul McGlynn RTravis Shimpa / Kelly LaCoursiere RWayne Violette R

River RidersWilliam Heitman NMike Mastel RAnthony Schultz / Natalie Schultz RBryon Schultz RCharley Schultz R

River ValleyPhil Adams / Shelly Adams RDennis Arens / Janice Arens RDan Blackwell RKevin Boughey RJeff Brand / Chris Brand NBeverly Brubaker RRichard Bruels / Janice Bruels RGary Bulthuis NLanny Cox / Kathleen Cox RSteve Fry / Pam Fry RRussel Gebhardt / Judy Gebhardt RKevin Isaacson RMike Jose / Myra Jose RDenny Klugherz / Renea Klugherz NDanny Lingsweiler RLenny Lingsweiler RFrank Neagle / Laurie Neagle NJohn Prom NRonald Smisek RShannon Three Trees / Ashra Three Trees RDan Valentine NJesse Wolters N

Rolling PrairieGreta Hudson / Steve Hudson RKathleen Noren RKlarice Rinne RTerry Rust / Jackie Redmond R

Sand DunesMichael Hanes NKen Richens / Sara Richens RSteve Tulp / Heidi Strand N

South CentralLeonard Ardolf / Sharon Ardolf RMark Beckstrand / Donna Beckstrand RJim Guza / Jill Meyer RRobert Melin RJeanette Peterson NDave Scofield / Twyla Bauch-Scofield NMark Volk R

SouthwestVerlyn Bouma / Diane Bouma NGary Elsbecker / Marcia Elsbecker RKevin Harberts / Traci Kracht RWillis Homan RTravis Swanson / Harlie Swanson R

Straight RiverDonna Kinney NStan "Stash" Rygh R

Tri-CountyBrent Richard Aretz NAlex Erickson / Kelly Erickson RRonald Ernst / Sue Ernst RTerry Miller RMichelle Peterson / Albert Schueren RKevin Zvanovec / Crystal Zvanovec R

Up NorthRon Bishop RJoe Fernjack / Jessie Dahle RMike Ives RRichard Wilson R

Way WestPaul Begnaud RSandy Caskey RMichael Hanson RPaul Tjepkes R

28 March 2015 A.B.A.T.E. of Minnesota Inc.

Member Recruitment Incentive

The first five A.B.A.T.E. of Minnesota members(person participating must be a current A.B.A.T.E. ofMinnesota member) to recruit five new members(new member is defined as any person who has notbeen an A.B.A.T.E. of Minnesota member in the pasttwo years) during the time period of February 7th,2018 through May 11th, 2018, will receive a one yearsingle membership or membership extension for theirefforts. Single membership can be converted to jointmembership by paying the additional $10.00 feerequired for joint membership.

Past A.B.A.T.E. of Minnesota membership lists will beused to determine the qualification of participantmembership and (new) member applicant status.

Membership applications must be received by theA.B.A.T.E. of Minnesota State Office betweenFebruary 7th, 2018 and May 11th, 2018. Applicationssubmitted must be clearly marked with A.B.A.T.E.participant’s name and “Membership IncentiveCompetition” on the application.

The A.B.A.T.E. of Minnesota State OfficeAdministrator will check previous records and tracksubmissions.

Winners of the competition will be announced in theJune Road Noise publication and will be available forwinners to claim at that time.

No partial awards to be approved; participant mustsubmit five paid new membership applications withinthe dates specified to qualify.

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