Chapter Director Loriann Robertson cd@gwrrawa-n.org

The WingNut Gazette

Friends for Fun, Safety and Knowledge.

Dinner Social February 7th

The Onion Bar & Grill 7522 North Division Spokane, WA 99208

Monthly Gathering 8:00AM February 18th

Golden Corral 7117 N Division St, Spokane, WA

Bean Bag Game February’s Pot = $120

Split the Pot Kruz wins = $44.00

Head or Tails Hope Crabb

Golden Corral Meal Card

News From your CD!

Happy February, the month for love. It’s amazing the number of great people in my life that I

would not have ever met if it were not for motorcycles. Love you all.

What a year we have planned! Our Dinner Socials are still on the first Tuesday of each month and start at 6PM. March is Maintenance Month, April is our Brown Bag

Auction and May 6th will be are first group ride and camp out. June is our overnight ride to Joseph OR, July is District Rally in Cashmere WA, and August is Region I

Rally in Tillamook, OR. September will be the last campout for the year. Also Steve is going to plan some rides after the gathering. So if you want to get some riding in this year I think we’ve got you covered.

I have made up some calendars. I will have them at all social dinners and group gatherings if you need one. And our great newsletter/webmaster editor

will be keeping you updated on all events.

Also Kaye Maier is going to be the head chairman for the brown bag. If you have questions, or would like to help, give

A huge Thank You goes out to Louise and

Hope for cooking the

Ham and Turkey for

our Charismas Party!!

Chili Cook Off Winner this year goes to Carl!!

LoriAnn Robertson

Tips for Sharing the Road with Motorcycles

Driving with a motorcycle near you isn’t like driving with other cars. Motorcycles are often smaller and harder to see, plus they don't have the safeguards of metal framing, seatbelts, or airbags when it comes to protection from collision. That's why drivers sharing the road with motorcycles need to be extra careful so everyone arrives at their destination safely.

Here are some important ways drivers can observe motorcycle safety.

Always signal, check mirrors, and check blind spots. These behaviors are good habits to begin with, and they are doubly important when sharing the road with motorcycles. Because they are more compact, motorcycles may go unnoticed in a casual glance before a lane change, especially in low light or bad weather.

Large vehicles, watch out! If you are driving a big truck or a van, you already know that your vision can be limited. Your blind spots are larger than those of other vehicles, making it harder to see smaller cars and motorcycles around you. Be cautious when making turns or changing lanes by keeping in mind that a biker might be harder to see.

Give them the whole lane. You may think that because motorcycles are smaller and don't take up the entire lane, it's alright to pass them in the same lane. Think again. Give a bike the full lane, the same way you would any other car and driver.

Treat motorcycle turn signals with caution. If you approach a motorcycle with an activated turn signal, wait for a moment to see what they'll do. Unlike cars, most motorcycle signals often aren't self-cancelling, so the driver has to remember to manually turn the signal off. Give yourself and the motorcyclist a moment to ensure they are actually turning.

Give motorcycles extra following & passing distance. Many motorcyclists often slow down by only rolling off the throttle or downshifting (instead of outright braking), so you may not always see brake lights to alert you of a bike's stop. Allow for 3 to 4 seconds of following time for motorcycles, and always assume a bike will brake when approaching a stop at an intersection. Drivers who cut-off or unintentionally pull in front of a motorcycle without allowing enough space can force the rider to over-brake, slide and fall.

Please give this to your friends even if they do not ride motorcycles.

Thank You

Carl Maier, Motorist Awareness Coordinator

Snowmageddon, Snowpocalypse, the Polar Vortex, SnOMG!

There is no end to the terms for "really big snowstorm," and those terms came in handy, particularly during the 2014-'15 winter. Just check out snowfall totals in the Top 10 Snowiest Cities, aaccording to Accuweather.com:

But with really big snow storms – and even everyday, run-of-the-mill snowfalls – comes a risk of death by shoveling. They ranged in age from their 40s to 75. Nationwide, snow shoveling is responsible for thousands of injuries and as many as 100 deaths each year.

So, why so many deaths? Shoveling snow is just another household chore, right? Not at all, says Harvard Health Executive Editor Patrick J. Skerrett.

"Picking up a shovel and moving hundreds of pounds of snow, particularly after doing nothing physical for several months, can put a big strain on the heart," Skerrett wrote in February 2013. (http://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/shoveling-snow-can-be-hard-on-the-heart-201302085868)

Pushing a heavy snow blower also can cause injury. And, there's the cold factor. Cold weather can increase heart rate and blood pressure. It can make blood clot more easily and constrict arteries, which decreases blood supply. This is true even in healthy people. Individuals over the age of 40 or who are relatively inactive should be particularly careful.

National Safety Council recommends the following tips to shovel safely:

Do not shovel after eating or while smoking

Take it slow and stretch out before you begin

Shovel only fresh, powdery snow; it's lighter

Push the snow rather than lifting it

If you do lift it, use a small shovel or only partially fill the shovel

Lift with your legs, not your back

Do not work to the point of exhaustion

Don't pick up that shovel without a doctor's permission if you have a history of heart disease. If you feel tightness in the chest or dizziness, stop immediately. A clear driveway is not worth your life.

Snow Blower Safety

Be safe with these tips from the American Society for Surgery of the Hand and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons:

If the blower jams, turn it off

Keep your hands away from the moving parts

Do not drink alcohol and use the snow blower

Be aware of the carbon monoxide risk of running a snow blower in an enclosed space

Refuel your snow blower when it is off, never when it is running

**WITH THIS IN MIND ~

PRAY FOR EARLY SPRING !!!!!!!

Syracuse, NY – 117.1"

Worchester, MA – 115.6"

Buffalo, NY – 109.3"

Boston, MA – 108.6"

Erie, PA – 104"

Rochester, NY – 96.3"

South Bend, IN – 79.2"

Grand Rapids, MI – 77.9"

Providence, RI – 73.5"

Manchester, NH – 69.7"

Name Position Phone Email

LoriAnn Robertson Chapter Director 509-251-4443 mmloriann@gmail.com

Kristi Robinson Assist. Chapter Director 509-922-1835 krissleigh@gmail.com

Dave Betz Assist. Chapter Director 509-235-8518 david953@centurytel.net

Tina Eckhardt Treasurer 208-661-1315 allwood301@aim.com

Dan Boone Rider Education 509-981-0743 dan4077@centurylink.net

Steve Kienzle Ride Coordinator 509-280-3439 kienzle4@comcast.net

Chuck Grimm Webmaster/Newsletter 509-263-6594 chuck@trikethenorthwest.com

Kaye Maier Membership Enhancement 509-448-5235 kayelincoln06@gmail.com

Don Sundahl Chapter Stores 509-487-5160 foxfour22@gmail.com

Ruthanne Vazquez Sunshine Person 509-468-1581 bikersmnr@comcast.net

2002 Honda GL1800A (ABS) ~ $6900

Excellent condition with less than 70000 miles. Garage stored.

Pinstriped soaring wings and miscellaneous Chrome covers.

Factory AM-FM and CB radio system with front and rear speakers.

2 J&M Helmet Headsets with cable connections for the built-in intercom system.

Fog lights and Kuryakyn lighted moldings on trunk and saddle bags.

Kuryakyn Passenger Armrests with built in drink holder.

Kuryakyn Trunk Luggage Rack and Travel Bag.

Factory Trunk and Saddle Bag Liners.

Pete Scott ~ 509 324-1388

FOR SALE

2003 Honda GL1800 w/82,000 miles Located in Spokane, WA

Wife can't ride with me anymore, so I

bought an F6B!!! Don't worry, she has a

convertible to drive.

Extras: hidden tow hitch with wiring, CB,

TorqueMaster exhaust (King Snake & Torque

Loops), luggage rack, chrome bits for nice

accents, K&N air filter, Kuryakin ISO grips

and metal belly pan. New rear tire this

spring. I still have the stock exhaust if you

want to convert back.

$7,000. I will sell it for $6k to a GWRRA

member.

Call me (Steve) 509-280-3439. I may not

answer with all the political robo-calls, but

leave a message and I'll call back. Or send me a

text.

Thank you.

2017 CALENDAR – GWRRA WA-N

JANUARY S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

03 Dinner Social Chili cook off

Contempo

21 Chapter Gathering

04 No Dinner Social 15 Chapter Gathering Ride after gathering 20-22 District Rally Cashmere, WA

JULY S M T W Th F S 1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

FEBRUARY

S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28

07 Dinner Social The Onion 7522 N Division St. Spokane 6:00 pm 18 Chapter Gathering

01 Dinner Social Picnic - TBD 17 -19 Region I Rally Tillamook, OR 19 No Chapter Gathering

AUGUST S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5

6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MARCH

S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

07 Dinner Social La Presa Mexicana Airway Heights 6:00 10 -12 Motorcycle Show 18 Chapter Gathering 18 Maintenance Day Rob Robertson - Garage Women’s Day Out

05 Dinner Social Famous Willies 107 E 7th Post Falls ID 16 Chapter Gathering Ride after gathering

SEPTEMBER S M T W Th F S 1 2

3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

APRIL

S M T W Th F S 1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

04 Dinner Social Timber Creek Buffet 9211 E Montgomery 15 No Gathering 16 Easter 23 Brown Bag Auction

03 Dinner Social Illinois Bar & Grill 1403 E Illinois Ave Spokane 21 Chapter Gathering

OCTOBER S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

MAY

S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

05-06 Spring Campout KOA at little Diamond 02 Dinner Social Denny’s 3525 Division, Spokane 20 Chapter Gathering Ride after Gathering 26-29 Desert Spring Fling Tri-City

07 Dinner Social Prospectors Bar & Grill 12611 N Division 18 Chapter Gathering

NOVEMBER S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

JUNE

S M T W Th F S 1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

06 Dinner Social Harvester Restaurant 410 W 1st, Spangle WA 17 Chapter Gathering Overnight Ride Joseph OR

05 Dinner Social Cathay Inn 3714 N Division, Spokane 16 No Chapter Gathering 16 Chapter Christmas Party

DECEMBER S M T W Th F S 1 2

3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

2017 Calendar Template © calendarlabs.com

Washington District Rider Education

Workshop March 4, 2017

Rainier Hills Christian Fellowship

23711 Entwhistle Road, Buckley, WA 98321

Join us for a full day of fun and training with GWRRA Rider Education. There will be some of the usual Seminar’s that we offer (CPR/1st Aid, Motorist Awareness,

Co-Rider, etc.) and up to 4 guest speakers.

Registration Fees: Includes on-site Lunch for pre-registration.

Pre-Registration ONLY $15 per Person -- Postmarked by February 20, 2017

On Site Registration is $20 Per Person

Workshop Registration Desk: Opens at 8:00 AM

Workshop starts at 8:30 AM, ends at 5:00 PM 50/50 drawing at closing ceremonies

Make Checks Payable to: GWRRA WA District Mail Registration to: Mike White ATTN: Rider Ed Workshop

P.O. Box 151 Allyn, WA 98524-0151

For more information: Dennis Black, District Educator at (253) 970-1613

Or e-mail: gwrra.wa.district.edu@gmail.com

AGREEMENT

I/we the undersigned, agree to comply with the rules governing this event and to hold harmless GWRRA,

its officers, Representatives and event sponsors for loss or injury to person or property I/we may incur by

participating in this event. I/we have read and understand this form. Registrants must sign. ------------------------------------------------------------------------(Detach and Mail)-----------------------------------------------------------------------------

Washington District Rider Education Workshop Registration Form

Rider: _______________________________ Co-Rider:_______________________________

Address: ______________________________ City: _____________ State: ____ ZIP: ______

Motorcycle affiliation: __________________Chapter: _____ Email: ___________________

Pre Registration: $15 Includes Lunch --Postmarked by February 20, 2016 $15 X __= $__________

Onsite Registration: $20 - Limited Lunches Available $20 X __= $__________

Total = $__________

GWRRA Multi-Chapter Meeting

Hosted by:

WASHINGTON ~ CHAPTER M

You are invited!

TO COME JOIN in on the SOCIAL GATHERING OF THE YEAR!!

@ THE BRANDING IRON RESTAURANT

61311 US HIGHWAY 97, TOPPENISH, WA 98948

SATURDAY, APRIL 1ST 2017

@ 9 AM Come promote your

2017 events!!