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By Norm Kern, MSTA Editor / ReasonsToRide.com Contributor

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Morgan's Raid- A New Adventure/ Historical Route

Every time I post a rides project on Facebook, responses come back from people telling about other routes in the area that might be of interest. This month we will look at a new Adventure route based on Morgan's Raid of 1863, a Civil War incursion of the Confederate cavalry into Union states Kentucky, Indiana and Ohio. It is named for Confederate Commander John Hunt Morgan.

Covering over 1000 miles, the raid's purpose was to draw Union troops away from the Vicksburg and Gettysburg fronts by frightening the North into demanding their troops return home. The raid ultimately failed, and the remainder of the command was forced to surrender in Northeast Ohio near the Pennsylvania border. Fast forward to 2022, and Jim Miller, a motorcyclist from Belpre, Ohio, is in the process of finishing an adventure route that follows the original Morgan's Raid path. I interviewed Jim recently and he has a great story to tell.

How did you get interested in Morgan’s Raid?

In about the fifth grade, there was a neighboring school named the “Morgan Raiders”, after the Civil War raid in 1863. That made me curious so I looked it up and did a report on it for history class. The more I learned about the story, the more it intrigued me. It's so much more than just a confederate raid into the North- it includes all the local villages who rallied to defend their farms and towns, the logistics of the time, means of communication, and so much of it was just guess-work and luck. The coolest part of the story is that it was just 150 years ago, so a person can still track down many of the buildings, creek crossings, skirmish sites, and visualize what occurred. Some of the farms mentioned along the way are still owned by the same families that owned them in 1863.

Where did you get the idea to make an adventure route of it?

Like many others, I got into adventure riding and moto camping to get my riding fix without having to commit to racing. I have ridden the Mid Atlantic Backcountry Discovery Route, parts of the Trans America Trail, parts of the Kentucky Adventure Tour, and the Smokey Mountain routes. I like the idea of what Jeff Stoess is doing with the Kentucky Adventure Tour and trying to encourage tourism in some of the more out of the way rural places. There is no economic windfall to be had here for anyone, but hopefully it generates an appreciation of the roads less traveled.

How did you find the actual route?

The route turned out to be more of a challenge than just laying out a back roads moto route. There are a series of historical roadside markers that pay homage to the raid of 1863, so I knew I wanted to jump from marker to marker, while avoiding as many paved roads as possible.

There were three websites I relied on to locate the markers: The Historical Marker Database, Civil War Trails, and American Battlefield Trust. I used these sites to put together a map of markers, and then used Gaia GPS and other satellite maps to zero in on roads and connect the dots. Once I had a general route, it all came down to verifying that the roads do exist, because back roads maps often have errors. Then I tried to locate campgrounds, hotels, gas stations, and other points of interest. I want to give a shout-out to Luke Biscan and Blake Wright down in Kentucky, as they made some great suggestions for the Burkesville area.

What is the current status of the project?

I still need to test ride a couple hundred miles in Indiana and Kentucky. Some revisions will be needed, and I know that once more eyes get on it, their local knowledge will improve it. The route begins at the Cumberland River near Burkesville, Kentucky and winds its way North through Indiana, heads East through southern Ohio, and finally ends in northeast Ohio. I haven’t totaled the final length yet, but think it will be more than 1,200 miles.

Is this a full-on adventure route like a Backcountry Discovery Route (BDR)?

No. Because I focused on the historical markers and the story, I had to go where that led me. For instance, in West-Central Kentucky, I did find some gravel roads. Most roads are paved, however they are very remote, narrow, and twisty. In southwest Ohio, the route goes directly through the suburbs of Cincinnati, so you know that is not like most adventure routes.

Connect with local Ohio Motorcycle Sport Touring Association riders at these monthly breakfasts: Southwest Ohio Breakfast, 9AM, May 21 Village Family Restaurant 144 S. Main St. Waynesville, OH 45068 Central Ohio Breakfast Meet - Sunday June 5. Arrive at 8 am to eat, 9 to ride if weather permits. Portside Cafe 6515 S High St Lockbourne, OH 43137

Can I ride a street bike on this route?

All the roads are on legal, public roadways, but I wouldn’t recommend riding a street bike. There is plenty of pavement, but also dirt and lots of gravel. When you get off pavement it can be rough for miles at a time. There is nothing too technical, but several stream crossings will present a significant challenge.

How can people access your work and support it? Go to Facebook and join the Morgan's Raid of 1863 - Adventure Route - Kentucky Indiana Ohio Group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/694392778189363

In the Files section, you will find links to download six GPX files that not only contain tracks, but over 350 waypoint locations of historical markers and points of interest that tell the story. If you ride the route, report back any issues like road closings, or traffic pattern changes. Look at the map of the overall route and start with the part nearest you to try it out.

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5/01/22 08:00 AM 2022 Brotherhood Sharonville Icebreaker Poker Run

It is that time of year again. Sharonville Chapter of the Brotherhood MC annual poker run. Come join us for what is the poker run even of the year! Food, Drinks, prizes. great entertainment and a great ride. Details will follow so mark you calendars now! Sharonville

5/07/22 05:00 PM 21st Annual Blessing of the Bikes

Shawnee UMC Bike Blessing is the largest in Northwest Ohio Blessing of the Bikes begins at 12:00pm. There will be Free coffee and donuts. T-Shirts will be on sale and all are welcome and appreciated Shawnee UMC 2600 Zurmehly Rd,Lima,OHIO,45806

5/07/22 10:00 AM 3rd Annual Freedom Cruise

Cruise-in to benefit SAM Center. Operation Flags of Freedom collecting donations. Meyers Lake Shopping Plaza Canton OH

5/07/22 07:00 PM Vinton County Wild Turkey Festival Vintage & Custom Bike Show - THUNDER ZONE

Thunder Roads Ohio will host a Customs and Classics Bike Show as a part of this year's WILD TURKEY FESTIVAL in the streets of downtown McArthur, in Southeastern Ohio. In addition to the Bike Show, TRO will be hosting a THUNDER ZONE vendor area showcasing motorcycle-themed vendors and exhibitors. For information on reserving space in this area, email BikeShowInfo@gmail.com Downtown McArthur Ohio McArthur, Ohio

5/07/22 07:00 AM Open Invitation Season Kick Off

OPEN INVITATION TO ALL CAR/ TRUNK/BIKE GROUPS Street Race Ohio thought it would be a good idea to start our season off with a OPEN invitation to all car clubs and groupsPLEASE RESPECT THE AREA AND THE AREA WILL RESPECT YOU WE DO NOT TOLERATE DISRESPECT OF THE AREA The Tree Church 721 N Memorial Dr, Lancaster

5/11/22 08:00 AM SAVE22's 6th Annual Hike for Veteran Suicide Awareness

Plan to join SAVE22 for our 6th Annual Hike for Veteran Suicide Awareness 2038 Brenner Rd NE, Carrollton, OH 44615-9772

5/13/22 08:00 AM 26th Annual Mid-Ohio Classic Scooters Rally

Scooters and bicycles of all manufacturers that are 25-years old are invited. Motor scooter show and swap meet. Several other clubs will be represented including the Salsbury Restorers Society, King Midget Club, Crosley Club. There are several judged classes of all vintage makes and models. Scooters and bicycles of all manufacturers that are 25-years old are invited. Trophies will be awarded. Camping, scooter runs, Brim's Museum tour, free hotdog dinner, and much more. Questions: call Rick Bard, Pres.(419)561-1886 or visit www. midohioclassicscooters.org STILL ONLY $5.00 FOR PRICE OF ADMISSION! Hardin County Fairground 14134 County Rd.,Kenton,OHIO, (419) 561-1886 - Rick Bard

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5/14/22 10:00 AM Smitty’s Bike Nights

Live music every Friday evening 7-10 starting May 13th Smitty’s Tavern 55 N Main st,New Holland,OHIO,43145 (740) 495-5928

5/14/22 01:00 PM Fink's H-D SWAP MEET

Annual Swap Meet w/ a full field of vendors. Contact the dealership for more information or visit us on facebook. Fink's Harley-Davidson 2650 Maysville Pike, Zanesville, OH 43701 finksharleydavidson@yahoo.com

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5/14/22 10:00 AM Ohio Flat Track Sport Center

Flat Track Racing Weekend! Short Track Saturday - Sign In 1pm-4pm, Meeting 4:45pm, Practice 5pm HALF MILE SUNDAY: Sign-in 9am - 11am, Meeting 11:15am; Practice 11:30am; HEATS 12:45pm Ohio Flat Track Sport Center 8088 County Highway 71, Harpster OH 43323 edjerew@gmail.com

5/14/22 09:00 AM BIKERS FOR BROOKLYN

Please join us to raise money for little Brooklyn. At nine weeks old, Brooklyn was diagnosed with a grade 3 Anaplastic Breakfast will be available during registration between 10-12p (food truck). Food provided at the end of the run. $20.00 per bike $10.00 passengers/non-riders Rain or shine Last bike in at 5p Rubber City Harley-Davidson 1120 Main St., Cuyahoga Falls, OH

5/15/22 10:00 AM 2nd ANnual Spring Fling

This years run will be 33 to 7 over to the triple nickel up to zanesville to 22 to 93 back to Logan. Will make a 30 minute stop at Athens HD. Late lunch in @ Roosters zanesville, another 30 minute stop at Finks HD. Then back to Logan . Meet 8 am Walmart Logan state route 664, just off of 33.kickstands up at 9 am. Hope to see everyone there! Walmart Supercenter 12910 OH-664 S, Logan (740) 380-1472

5/21/22 08:00 AM Hell City Tattoo Fest 2022

Over 250 of the world's best tattoo artists, vendors, live painters, entertainers and industry professionals. Hyatt Regency Downtown 350 N. High Street Columbus, OH Durb morrison 614-463-1234 durb2hellcity.com

5/22/22 10:00 AM Quaker Steak and Lube Milford Bike Night Bike Show

Thunder Roads Ohio presents the rescheduled Bike Night Bike Show All Makes and Models Welcome with multiple classes Registration $20 day of show Register in advance for $15 and get a FREE Bike Show Shirt – compliments of Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys! Pre-register at https://tickets. reasonstoride.com/ Quaker Steak and Lube Milford, OH 590 Chamber Drive,Milford,OHIO,45150

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5/22/22 10:00 AM 21st Annual Dayton Blessing of the Bikes

$5 / Bike - Gates Open 10 a.m. Ceremony at 1 p.m. Z Performance Bike Show $5 / Bike No Rain Date this year! Live Music - Awards - Celebrities - Food - Door Prizes - Vendors - "Wheelbarrow of Cheer" Raffle - 50/50 - T-Shirts - Collector's Pins - Bandanas Kil-Kare Raceway 1166 Dayton Xenia Rd., Xenia OH lawrencetaylor1@gmail.com

5/27/22 10:00 AM Comet Bike Night

Motorcycles and Fun with Great People Every Tuesday at The Comet! The Comet 4579 Hamilton ave, Cincinnati,OHIO,45223

5/27/22 09:00 AM Hudson Leather - Memorial Weekend Motorcycle Rally & Blessing

27th Year - Bike Show on Saturday Hudson Leather 14700 OH State Hwy 15 US-20 ALT, Pioneer OH (419) 485-8531 hlinfo@hudsonleather.com

5/28/22 08:00 AM Ohio Bike Week

10 Days of Ridin' + Rockin' on the Coast of Lake Erie return May 27th - June 5th, 2022 www.ohiobikeweek.com World Famous Block party Free Live Music Vendors Saloons Rides Harley® Demos HOG® Pin Stop & MORE! Ohio's North Coast Sandusky

6/03/22 12:00 PM Hudson Leather 27th Annual Motorcycle Rally & Blessing

2022 marks the 27th Year for the Hudson Leather Labor Day Motorcycle Rally & Blessing 3 Days of Motorcycles, Music, Food & and Charity Fundraising. Bike Show, Live Bands, Bike Blessing, Vendors & Lots More Vendor Spots Available - Call 419-485-8531 Hudson Leather Factory Outlet 14700 State Rte. 15,Pioneer,OHIO,43554 (419) 485-8531 hlinfo@hudsonleather.com

6/04/22 09:00 AM Youngstown Tattoo Classic

Tattoo Convention, live tattooing, local vendors & live music! The Metroplex Expo Center 1620 Motor Inn Drive Girad, OH 330-953-3599 ytowntattooclassic@yahoo.com

6/05/22 08:00 AM Master Tyler's 2022 Event

Please come out and help us support local charities Eagles Club 400 Eastlake Dr, Ashland (419) 281-6001 d.pearce@foe.com

6/11/22 01:00 PM Walneck’s Springfield Motorcycle Swap Meet - June

Buy, Sell, Trade - All kinds of New & Used Motorcycle Parts and Accessories New and used parts for American, Japanese, British, Euro, Dirt Bikes and More. Leather, Patches & Sewing ,T-Shirts and all kinds of bikes and what-nots for sale. Clark County Fairgounds 4401 S. Charleston Pike,Springfield,OHIO,45502 (630) 985-2097 - Buzz or Pixie Walneck

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6/11/22 07:00 PM Ohio Flat Track Sport Center

Flat Track Racing Weekend! Short Track Saturday - Sign In 1pm-4pm, Meeting 4:45pm, Practice 5pm HALF MILE SUNDAY: Sign-in 9am - 11am, Meeting 11:15am; Practice 11:30am; HEATS 12:45pm $10 Gate, Under 12 FREE unless Racing. Ohio Flat Track Sport Center 8088 County Highway 71, Harpster OH 43323 edjerew@gmail.com

6/12/22 10:00 AM Nightfall Car/Bike Show

Northeast Ohio has plenty of night time cruise ins, but no shows. That's changing! Join us for a night full of fun! Awards for literally anything and everything. Awards will cover the entire vehicle, best paint, best interior, best engine bay, best lighting, best stereo, etc. All types of vehicles/motorcycles welcome. Entry is $10 Don Tequila Bar and Grill 2593 Walter Green cmns, madison (440) 417-0195

6/14/22 07:00 PM Amber's Ride 2022 - Against Domestic Violence

A grassroots community ride aimed at creating awareness and support for those who have had to cope with domestic violence. 100% of the proceeds from the ride and event will go towards the Domestic Violence Project, Inc. Ride ends at the Dusty Armadillo, Rootstown OH Dusty Armadillo 3147 St. Rt. 44, Rootstown, (330) 325-0647 general@dustya.com

6/16/22 10:00 AM Comet Bike Night

Motorcycles and Fun with Great People Every Tuesday at The Comet! The Comet 4579 Hamilton Ave,Cincinnati,OHIO,45223

6/18/22 11:00 AM 9th Annual FRABAAA Firehouse Run

Harley - Davidson 1213 Cincinnati Ave Xenia,

6/18/22 10:00 AM National Road Bike Show and BBQ Fest

The Annual National Road Bike Show and Ribfest is back and as popular as ever! Join us for a day of live entertainment, beer garden, bikes and more! Cambridge Main Street 123 Southgate Pkwy, Cambridge, (740) 439-2238

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6/18/22 11:00 AM Unique Treasures & Gifts 3rd Annual Car & Bike Show

Thank a Veteran!! We will be raising money to create our care packages for our veterans in our local nursing homes. Registration is at 9:00 a.m.! The show starts at 10:00 a.m. registration fee is $10.00. General admission to the show is FREE. Trumbull County Fairgrounds 899 Everett Hull Rd, Cortland (330) 637-6010 trumbullcountyfair@gmail.com

6/25/22 10:00 AM National Road Bike Show and BBQ Fest 2022

One of SE Ohio's largest and longest running bike shows. Bands, BBQ, Bike Judging, Vendors and more. Friendly and Pet Friendly. All proceeds benefit our non-profit Cambridge Main Street organization to promote historic preservation throughout our community. 819 Wheeling Ave, Cambridge,OHIO,43725 (740) 439-2238 - Lori W Jones director@downtowncambridge.com

BECAUSE EVERYONE NEEDS A GOOD LAUGH NOW AND THEN...

A man was walking through a rather seedy section of town, when a bum walked up to him and asked the man for two dollars. The man asked, "Will you buy booze?" The bum replied, "No." Then the man asked, "Will you gamble it away?" The bum said, "No." Then the man asked the bum, "Will you come home with me so my wife can see what happens to a man who doesn't drink or gamble?"

A family had twin boys whose only resemblance to each other were their looks. Opposite in every way, one was an eternal optimist, the other a doom and gloom pessimist. Just to see what would happen, on their birthday day their father loaded the pessimist’s room with every imaginable toy and game. The optimist’s room he loaded with horse manure. That night the father passed by the pessimist’s room and found him sitting amid his new gifts crying bitterly. “Why are you crying?” the father asked. “Because my friends will be jealous, I’ll have to read all these instructions before I can do anything with this stuff, I’ll constantly need batteries, and my toys will eventually get broken.” answered the pessimist twin. Passing the optimist twin’s room, the father found him dancing for joy in the pile of manure. “What are you so happy about?” he asked. To which his optimist twin replied, “There’s got to be a pony in here somewhere!”

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April WINNER:

Downtown Jerry Brown

WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL OF OUR SPONSORS THAT HELP MAKE THIS MAGAZINE POSSIBLE. IT IS ONLY WITH THEIR SUPPORT AND COMMITMENT THAT WE CAN PRODUCE WHAT WE BELIEVE TO BE THE FINEST REGIONAL MOTORCYCLE PUBLICATION IN THE NATION. Amber's Ride ............................................................... 58 Amherst Meadowlarks MC / MX............................. 38 Amish Country Leather............................................... 44 Auto Boutique ................................................................2 Bair's Powersports....................................................... 38 Biker to Biker Consignment........................................ 55 Bikers for Christ ............................................................13 CAM Cycle ................................................................. 39 Cash 4 Motorcycles ................................................... 39 Cleveland Bikers for Charity.......................................16 Conspiracy Tattoo....................................................... 35 Crawford Auto Aviation Museum ..............................21 Crazy Boars Custom Cycles...................................... 39 Crazy Fox Saloon (Bucyrus)...................................... 43 Deftone Motorcycles.................................................. 39 Dusty Armadillo ................................................... 20, 53 Fink's Harley-Davidson........................................ 35, 50 Fountain City Cycle .................................................... 39 Geico...................................................inside back cover Geno's (Medina) ........................................................ 43 Gilhuly's (Berlin Heights)........................................... 43 Greater Toledo Veterans Ride ....................................15 Hardcore Custom Cycles........................................... 39 Harley-Davidson of Eastgate..................................... 45 Hi Point Firearms (MKS supply)................................. 44 Holeshot KTM............................................................. 39 Hot Grillz (Walton Hills) ............................................ 43 Hudson Leather........................................................... 40 Hunter Street Saloon (Logan).................................... 24 Inkoholics Tattoo ......................................................... 35 Iron Pony / Pony Powersports ................................. 4, 5 Jeff Stanton Adventures.............................................. 33 Jimmy Bukketts............................................................. 49 Jimmy Bukkett's............................................................ 27 Johnny's Pizza (Newbury)..........................................11 Kingdom Knights of Akron..........................................13 Last Call Biker Church .................................................13 Lucas County Fair Bike Show .................................... 20 Machine Gun Preacher.................................................7 Mill Dam Corner Grille ....................................... 24, 55 Motorcycle Audio 12v ............................................... 26 NEO Pro Imaging....................................................... 39 Ohio Bike Week .............. Inside Front Cover, 2, 22-29 .........................................................................Back cover Ohio Bike Week Bike Show .............1, 23,25, 28, 29 Ohio Dept. of Public Safety (Motorcycle Ohio).......41 Old Firehouse Winery................................................ 57 Original Margaritaville....................................... 24, 26 Parma Pit Stop............................................................. 57 Phatt Back Customz.................................................... 44 Progressive Insurance....................................................3 Queen City Harley-Davidson .................................... 52 Renegade Gentleman ................................................ 39 Riders Share................................................................ 43 Rushing Wind Biker Church........................................13 Sassy's (Twinsburg)......................................................51 Shakers Public House...........................................34, 51 South East Harley-Davidson ............................... 20, 47 Straight Shooter Custom Cycles................................ 39 The Barn-Zanesville .................................................... 24 The Bike Shop ............................................................. 39 The Hydrant (Berea)................................................... 43 The Max (Logan)........................................................ 24 The Real McCoy Tattoo Studio.................................. 35 Walneck's.................................................................... 48 Warren Harley Davidson........................................... 44 Whitehorse Biker Church ............................................12 Youngstown Cycle ...................................................... 39 Zeppe's (Newbury)......................................17, 20 , 34

OHIO’S MOTORCYCLE MAG!

TRO SCAVENGER HUNT

The TRO SCAVENGER HUNT is a special, indoor THUNDER RUN through the pages of our very own magazine. Hidden someplace within the depth of these pages is a special TRO PRIZE LOGO – see the sample here. It’s a version of our “wheel logo” with a treasure chest on it. It was inspired by Cole’s favorite TV show – Jake and the Neverland Pirates! When you find it, shoot us an email at BuckeyeThunderRun@ gmail.com with SCAVENGER HUNT in the subject line. Let us know what page and exactly where the logo is in this month’s magazine and we will put you in the drawing for some great TRO prizes – including some great gear and subscriptions to the magazine!

How cool is that?!

Scavenger Winner: Blake Nagel