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Happy New Year

Editorz Notez Hope everyone reading this had a wonderful Christmas! Christmas is a very special time of year as we celebrate the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Hopefully you were able to spend this time with family and friends close to you. In this issue we have our feature, “Great Destisnations,” and it is about one of Vinney and my favorite places, Occoneechee State Park. We never stayed there. That was our plans for 2018 but we drove through it every time we visited Virginia. Our feature, “Wild Eatz,” is back! We have had several requests. If you have a recipe you would like us to include, please send it in to us. Thank you all so much for your continued support! Thank you for being there with us all these years. We could not have done without our biker family, readers and advertisers, brothers and sisters. It will continue on. With all that 2017 threw at me this year am still counting my blessings. I have a very wonderful and supportive family and have super friends who look after me, too! I am wishing you all more love and happiness in 2018! Hope you face your challenges with courage and confidence. God Bless each of you! All of us here at Behind Barz Mag wish you and yours a very happy, safe and prosperous New Year! See you out on the road! God Bless! Doobie

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CONTENTZ In this issue

Batchelor’s Toy Run.....8-9 Hometown HD................17 Myrtle Beach HD..............22 Wreath’s Across America...26-27 Ride for the Ribbon.........28-29

NCPACKS4PATRIOTS.....6

Kennedy Home Run.....44 Nash Arts A Christmas Carol....48-49

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Behind Barz Petz........7 Facez Behind Barz.18-19 Future Bikerz.............10 From the Mind of Big Ed...30 By: Big Ed Your Health................13 Great Destinations..........32-33 By: Lady D Wild Eatz...............14-15

Behind Barz Mugz.....36-37 Road Scribes..................43 Behind Barz Eventz...52-53 BB Sticker winners...54-55 photo: Doobie

nc packs4 patriots Support our local heroes Troop Signup for Care Packages We appreciate the service of all the members of our countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s military as they deploy to serve missions in difficult and dangerous environments. Our care packages show the care and support of a grateful nation. They contain snacks, toiletries, and recreation items. Troops are welcome to ask for specific items that they may be missing or needing. We enjoy meeting troops who receive our care packages, and always ask what was their favorite items. We send packages that are large enough for several members of a troop to share. Troops who wish to receive packages are asked to email us at: ncp4p@yahoo.com or private message us on the facebook page. We need the name, address, approximate number of troops who will be served by this point of contact, and the approximate date of stopmail (we will send repeat packages). We also would like to know if there are females at that location who would like to receive girlie girl packages. We follow security guidelines and never distribute names and addresses to the public.

Dec 8th ~ Another busy day supporting our troops! Volunteers included US Air Force personnel from 2 locations, Army families, our Emerald Isle ladies, team members and a veteran from the community. Mary and John mailed 20 care packages, another 11 packages were packed, donations sorted, and over 1900 members of our military and their families served with items picked up!

GREAT IDEA! We love these! Thank you Ayden Christian Church for these cute cards! North Carolina National Guard volunteers in support of our mission. Ncng Pao

This has been a very busy holiday season, filled with hard work, laughter, hugs and of course there are always some tears! We are amazed at the outpouring of support, although we are always concerned at the financial aspect of postage. We hope that our troops feel the love and support from home as they open goodies, put up the decorations and sing along to carols. HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT FOR VOLUNTEERS AND DONORS: We are already planning for the next Christmas season! While you are out shopping, look for lightweight, unbreakable ornaments, strand of lights, small trees, that are on sale. We can store those to use next Christmas! When the kiddos get bored, break out the craft supplies and make ornaments, wall hangings, and artwork that can be stored and used next Christmas.

Our mission is dependent on both items for packages and financial support for postage. Our team of volunteers works diligently to ensure our resources are wisely utilized in creating the best care packages! Thank you all of our donors who support our mission with financial donations. Postage assistance can be provided by sending a check or money order to us at the center or you can go here and purchase stamps for $5 or $10 and mail to us to use on our care packages. https://store.usps.com/store/browse/ subcategory.jspâ&#x20AC;Ś We invite and welcome your support. Our troops are still deploying, still serving and still sacrificing for our country. We honor that service and sacrifice. Will you join our team to make sure we can continue our mission of support to show our deployed troops that Americans still appreciates their service and sacrifice? ~ Barbara Thank you Vidant Health SIU team for these goodies!

WooHoo- look at this-- 125 pounds of pure delicious Fresh roasted North Carolina peanuts! This is a true taste of home! Thank you Bath United Methodist Church men for this wonderful donation!

Please email or call us for more info. Thank you very much for your continued support!

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Batchelor’s Toy Run

Spring Hope, NC

24th Annual Festival

story: Steve Batchelor photos: Doobie

This year was the 24th Annual Batchelor’s Toy Run at the Tar River Yacht Club in Spring Hope. I would like to THANK EVERYONE that came out to BATCHELOR’S TOY RUN! We had a very successful run. Two truck loads of toys, and raised $3,100.00 for TRBA Toy Store Ministries. We had a successful day!. We could not have done this without everyone’s help. The riders, sponsors, cooks, and all donations. If you missed this year there’s always next year, and it will be the 25th year so, please, come and join us! ~Steve

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G.E.R.D. GERD is a common phrase in medicine. But, what does it mean? Guys/Gals Everywhere are Really Dynamite???? Is it a nick name of an old auntie Gertrude? No, it is gastroesophageal reflux disease. GERD is a digestive disorder that affects the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), the ring of muscle between the esophagus and stomach.

Some ways to help you at home with GERD may be to:

GERD signs and symptoms may include, a burning sensation in your chest (heartburn), sometimes spreading to your throat, along with a sour taste in your mouth; chest pain, difficulty swallowing (dysphagia), dry cough, hoarseness or sore throat, regurgitation of food you just swallowed, or you feel like a lump is in your throat.

Maintain a healthy weight.

One of the causes for GERD is acid reflux. When you swallow, a circular band of muscle around the bottom of your esophagus (lower esophageal sphincter) relaxes to allow food and liquid to flow into your stomach. Then the sphincter closes again.

Eat food slowly and chew thoroughly.

If the sphincter relaxes abnormally or weakens, stomach acid can flow back up into your esophagus. This constant backwash of acid irritates the lining of your esophagus, often causing it to become inflamed. A medical doctor may prescribe over the counter or prescription medicines to help you. If it is really severe surgery can be done.

Stop smoking. Elevate the head of your bed. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t lie down after a meal. Wait at least three hours after eating before lying down.

Avoid foods and drinks that trigger reflux. Avoid tight - fitting clothing. Clothes that fit tightly around your waist put pressure on your abdomen and the lower esophageal sphincter. If you are having problems with heartburn, swallowing, or just do not feel right when you are eating go see your doctor and discuss it with him. Remember you are a valuable person, take care of yourself, love yourself with good care so you can reach out to love others when you ride. Ride safe and be blessed.

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z t a e d l i w For those of you who like to hunt, kill, and prepare your own food, we have compiled some of our favorite recipes. We will showcase them for you here. If you do not bag your own game and would rather buy it, there are many fine butcher shops and specialty meat markets that offer rabbit, hare, turkey, venison, duck, goose, quail, pheasant, and other big and small game. So, no excuses! As any Southerner knows, both raccoon and opposum make excellent eating! But neither of these are found in specialty butcher shops or the like. These animals are truly wild. Since a feast of game for most people is not an everyday affair...sad but true...you may substitute other commonly used meats for the ones listed here. We don’t recomment this, though. You ride, don’t you? Let your taste buds go wild, too! The black bear is the only bear species found in North Carolina or anywhere in the eastern United States. The successful comeback of the American black bear in North Carolina represents one of wildlife management’s greatest achievements. Black bears were once restricted to remote areas and reached very low population levels in the mid-1900s. Today, black bears are found approximately 60% of the total land area of North Carolina. The average length of a black bear is 5 to 6 feet, and the average height is 2 to 3 feet when standing on all fours. On average, adult females weigh between 100 to 300 pounds and adult males weigh between 200 to 700 pounds. The current world record black bear was harvested in Craven County in 1998 and weighed 880 pounds (WRAL 2014). Two types of bear hunting are utilized, still and dog hunting. The use of dogs to “strike” and “tree” bears has been a technique that goes back centuries. North Carolinians developed a strain of hound to hunt bears, known as the Plott Hound, which has been designated by the Legislature as the official state dog of North Carolina. Still hunting or stand hunting is also an important hunting method. This is a technique where hunters place stands on either trails, field edges or in areas frequented by bears to feed. Bear Season just ended on January 1st.

Tips...For the best-tasting bear meat, you need to get the hide off the bear as soon as possible and get the meat cooled down. Bear meat is a dark and grainy meat, so if you are able to let it hang to age a few days, that can help to tenderize a cut of meat. A younger bear will be less gamey tasting than an older bear.

BLACK BEAR STEW

YUMMY SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE

INGREDIENTS: 4 pounds bear meat 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 4 tablespoons margarine 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion chopped 1 cup beef broth 4 bay leaves 1 pound fresh mushrooms 5 carrots, sliced 2 turnips, cubed

INGREDIENTS: 4 cups sweet potato, cubed 1/2 cup white sugar 2 eggs, beaten 1/2 teaspoon salt 4 tablespoons butter, softened 1/2 cup milk 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons butter softened 1/2 cup chopped pecans

DIRECTIONS: 1. In a large mixing bowl combine flour, oregano, salt and pepper. Place bear meat in the bowl a little at a time and coat well. 2. Heat oil and butter in a large skillet. Fry the bear meat until browned. Let drain on paper towels. 3. Fill a large Dutch oven with 2 to 3 quarts water. Add bear meat, onions, beef broth, bay leaves, potatoes, mushrooms carrots and turnips. Cook on medium-high heat for 2 to 3 hours. Add more water as needed or a can of mushroom soup to make it thicker.

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Put sweet potatoes in a medium saucepan with water to cover. Cook over medium high heat until tender; drain and mash. 2. In a large bowl, mix together the sweet potatoes, white sugar, eggs, salt, butter, milk and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth. Transfer to a 9x13 inch baking dish. 3. In medium bowl, mix the brown sugar and flour. Cut in the butter until the mixture is coarse. Stir in the pecans. Sprinkle the mixture over the sweet potato mixture. 4. Bake in the preheated oven 30 minutes, or until the topping is lightly brown.

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Ray Price HD SOLD RALEIGH, N.C. After 35 years of serving the Raleigh, North Carolina the Ray Price family will retire and hand over controls to longtime friend and experienced Harley-Davidson dealer-owner John Morotti. The family of hall-of-fame motorcycle racing legend Ray Price announced its decision to sell Ray Price Harley-Davidson/Triumph to John Morotti, an experienced businessman from Arizona who owns and operates three motorcycle dealerships in that state. Ray Price Harley-Davidson has been a Raleigh institution for 35 years and a cornerstone of retail and industry in the Triangle region of North Carolina. The dealership has hosted its annual Ray Price Capital City Bikefest event for 13 years, attracting an estimated one million motorcycle enthusiasts to downtown Raleigh over the years. Financial details of the sale have not been made public. With Ms. Jean Price’s decision to retire, Morotti will take ownership effective in January 2018. The dealership will continue to sell and service new and previously owned Harley-Davidson and Triumph motorcycles, operating from its current location at 1126 South Saunders Street in Raleigh. The business will continue to operate under the Ray Price moniker at this time as no decision has been made about a name change. “The Price family has been honored to serve Raleigh and the greater Triangle community for 35 years,” said Mark Hendrix, the dealership’s general manager, on behalf of Ms. Jean Price and her daughter Robin Richardson. “Ray, Ms. Jean and Robin have built a community of loyal motorcyclists that we all consider family and who see the dealership as their home away from home.”

Morotti owns three award-winning motorcycle dealerships: Superstition Harley-Davidson in Apache Junction, Az., and Mother Road Harley-Davidson and Route 66 Motorsports, both in Kingman, Az. He also owns London Bridge HarleyDavidson, in Lake Havasu City, Az., the area’s only genuine Harley-Davidson retail shop. “Ray Price built an amazing dealership and family of riders here in Raleigh and across North Carolina. We’re thrilled to continue that heritage,” said new owner, John Morotti. “We see the growth of Raleigh as a tremendous opportunity, and we will continue the family’s legacy of education and community service that’s been part of the fabric of the Triangle for 35 years. “I’ve known Ms. Jean and Ray Price for decades, and we intend to serve the community with our experience and our passion for motorcycling, forming new friendships and enthusiastic new riders for the next 30 years and beyond,” said Morotti. Ray Price was a Johnston County native and is an inducted member of the N.C. Sports Hall of Fame. He also is an inducted member of the American Motorcycle Association Hall of Fame, the Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame, the N.C. Drag Racing Hall of Fame, the East Coast Drag Times Hall of Fame, and the National Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame. story & photo: Ray Price, Inc.

Ms. Jean, as she is affectionately known, is the widow of Ray Price and a matriarch of the local motorcycling scene. She and Richardson have served in an ownership role since Ray’s passing in December 2015. After 35 years in the motorcycle business, they have decided the time has come to retire. “The Price family is grateful to be handing over the controls to John Morotti, a longtime friend who’s as passionate as they are about the spirit of our motorcycle riding community,” said Hendrix, who will remain as general manager. .

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Bruce Brown AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Bruce Brown at the 2012 AMA Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony in Las Vegas.

Bruce Brown, AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame member, passes. Movie maker produced classic 'On Any Sunday' Legendary filmmaker Bruce Brown, who produced the classic motorcycling movie "On Any Sunday," died Sunday, Dec. 10. He was 80. "Bruce Brown's influence on motorcycling in the 1970s was profound," said American Motorcyclist Association President and CEO Rob Dingman. "'On Any Sunday' highlighted the unique talents needed for different forms of racing and showcased the fun that people find in motorcycling." Mr. Brown's early acclaim resulted from his groundbreaking surfing movie, "Endless Summer," which was released in 1966. "On Any Sunday," released in 1971, helped spur the explosive growth of motorcycling in the 1970s. "I think many people changed their minds about motorcyclists after watching the movie," Mr. Brown once said. "On Any Sunday" earned Mr. Brown an Academy Award nomination for Best Documentary in 1971. Mr. Brown was born in San Francisco on Dec. 1, 1937. He grew up in Southern California, attending school in Long Beach before moving to Dana Point. In the late 1960s, motorcycling was sweeping across the country and Southern California was the Mecca of the sport. While visiting Japan, Mr. Brown and his wife rented a Honda scooter and enjoyed the freedom of riding. When he returned home to California, he bought a used Triumph Cub.

Many of the surfers whom Brown hung out with were getting into riding as well. Several of them took up desert racing. Brown got more involved in the sport and began attending races around Southern California. Even with financial backing from legendary actor and motorcyclist Steve McQueen, Mr. Brown did not have a large budget for "On Any Sunday." So he improvised by using 24-volt batteries in the 12-volt film cameras, producing a makeshift high-speed camera. He also used a helmet-mounted camera on some of the riders, one of the earliest times something like that was attempted. Mr. Brown was inducted into the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 1999. His complete bio can be found at http://www.motorcyclemuseum.org/halloffame/detail. aspx?RacerID=135&lpos=-3485px&letter=B&txtFname=&rb lFname=S&txtLname=&rblLname=S&discipline=0. About the American Motorcyclist Association Founded in 1924, the AMA is a not-for-profit member-based association whose mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling. As the world's largest motorcycling rights and event sanctioning organization, the AMA advocates for riders' interests at all levels of government and sanctions thousands of competition and recreational events every year. The AMA also provides money-saving discounts on products and services for its members. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, the AMA honors the heroes and heritage of motorcycling. For more information, visit: www.americanmotorcyclist.com. Not a member? Join the AMA today: www.americanmotorcyclist.com/mobile-join

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Myrtle beach harley-davidson 8th Annual toy run Horry County, SC

Story & photos: Myrtle Beach HD

Thanks to the BIG HEARTS of our local riders Myrtle Beach Harley-Davidsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 8th Annual Toy Run was a HUGE SUCCESS! Together we are able to ensure that local children will have a very Merry Christmas. Together we raised $3,547 and over a thousand toys for the Horry County Red Cross. This event would not be possible without the support of our sponsors: Steelhorse Law South Carolina, J & J Air, The Cigar Shop, Suburban Propane and Dave & Busterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s! Thank you to everyone that supported this ride!

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Wreaths Across America photos: various

hat began in 1992 with a trailer load of wreaths, decorated by volunteers and laid at the graves of fallen soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery (See: The Arlington Story - How the Arlington Wreath Project was born) has now become a national organization with over 1200 participating locations - all focused on the mission to Remember - Honor - and Teach. Morrill Worcester, owner of Worcester Wreath Company of Harrington, Maine, was a 12 year old paper boy for the Bangor Daily News when he won a trip to Washington D.C. His first trip to our nation’s capital was one he would never forget, and Arlington National Cemetery made an especially indelible impression on him. This experience followed him throughout his life and successful career, reminding him that his good fortune was due, in large part, to the values of this nation and the veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. In 1992, Worcester Wreath found themselves with a surplus of wreaths nearing the end of the holiday season. Remembering his boyhood experience at Arlington, Worcester realized he had an opportunity to honor our country’s veterans. With the aid of Maine Senator Olympia Snowe, arrangements were made for the wreaths to be placed at Arlington in one of the older sections of the cemetery that had been receiving fewer visitors with each passing year. As plans were underway, a number of other individuals and organizations stepped up to help. James Prout, owner of local trucking company Blue Bird Ranch, Inc., generously provided transportation all the way to Virginia. Volunteers from the local American Legion and VFW Posts gathered with members of the community to decorate each wreath with traditional red, hand-tied bows. Members of the Maine State Society of Washington, D.C. helped to organize the wreathlaying, which included a special ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

The annual tribute went on quietly for several years, until 2005, when a photo of the stones at Arlington, adorned with wreaths and covered in snow, circulated around the internet. Suddenly, the project received national attention. Thousands of requests poured in from all over the country from people wanting to help with Arlington, to emulate the Arlington project at their National and State cemeteries, or to simply share their stories and thank Morrill Worcester for honoring our nation’s heroes. Unable to donate thousands of wreaths to each state, Worcester began sending seven wreaths to every state, one for each branch of the military, and for POW/MIAs. In 2006, with the help of the Civil Air Patrol and other civic organizations, simultaneous wreath-laying ceremonies were held at over 150 locations around the country. The Patriot Guard Riders volunteered as escort for the wreaths going to Arlington. This began the annual “Veterans Honor Parade” that travels the east coast in early December. The annual trip to Arlington and the groups of volunteers eager to participate in Worcester’s simple wreath-laying event grew each year until it became clear the desire to remember and honor our country’s fallen heroes was bigger than Arlington, and bigger than this one company. In 2007, the Worcester family, along with veterans, and other groups and individuals who had helped with their annual veterans wreath ceremony in Arlington, formed Wreaths Across America, a non-profit 501-(c)(3) organization, to continue and expand this effort, and support other groups around the country who wanted to do the same. The mission of the group is simple:

Pictured left: Raleigh Memorial Park, NC “Rain, sleet and a gorgeous snowfall did not stop us from honoring and remembering those who served and have gone before us. Around 340 wreathes were laid today; however, over 700 Veterans rest there so a lot went without but are never forgotten.” ~ Tessa Waltonbaugh Campbell

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Wreaths Across America Apex post 124 riders escorted the wreaths to Raleigh National Cemetery.

Remember. Honor. Teach.

Left: Monica Cash, POW MIA affairs, American Legion Dept. of NC. Below left: Curtis Cash Below: Bart, Laura, and Gabe Cash

In 2008, over 300 locations held wreath-laying ceremonies in every state, Puerto Rico and 24 overseas cemeteries. Over 100,000 wreaths were placed on veterans’ graves. Over 60,000 volunteers participated. And that year, December 13, 2008 was unanimously voted by the US Congress as “Wreaths Across America Day”. In 2014, Wreaths Across America and its national network of volunteers laid over 700,000 memorial wreaths at 1,000 locations in the United States and beyond, including ceremonies at the Pearl Harbor Memorial, as well as Bunker Hill, Valley Forge and the sites if the September 11 tragedies. This was accomplished with help from 2,047 fundraising groups, corporate contributions, and donations of trucking, shipping, and thousands of helping hands. The organization’s goal of covering Arlington National Cemetery was met in 2014 with the placement of 226,525 wreaths. The wreath-laying is still held annually, on the second or third Saturday of December. WAA’s annual pilgrimage from Harrington, Maine to Arlington National Cemetery has become known as the world’s largest veterans’ parade, stopping at schools, monuments, veterans’ homes and communities all along the way to remind people how important it is to remember, honor and teach. Wreaths Across America also conducts several programs to honor our veterans, including the popular “Thanks a Million” campaign which distributes cards to people all over the country to give veterans a simple “thank you” for their service. WAA participates in veterans’ events throughout the year, and has a veteran liaison on staff to work with local veterans organizations.

“A huge Thank You to all those attending the Wreaths Across America ceremony at the New Hollywood Cemetery in Elizabeth City. Patriot Guard Riders accompanied by American Legion posts 288 and 531, Dirty Bike Club, V-Twin Cruisers, Vietnam Vets, and several others made this event a success. Over 600 wreaths were laid, names of Resting Veterans said out loud and children taught about who, why and what that person did to preserve our Countries future. A solemn day with echo Taps played, but a rewarding day, in that we Honored those that Stood before us.” ~ Roy Hankinson

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Wreaths Across America Continued from pages 24 & 25..... WAA is committed to teaching younger generations about the value of their freedoms, and the importance of honoring those who sacrificed so much to protect those freedoms. The organization offers learning tools, interactive media projects, and opportunities for youth groups to participate in the events. They also work to create opportunities to connect “the Greatest Generation” with the “Generation of Hope”, passing on inspirational stories from World War II veterans to the leaders of the future. Wreaths Across America would not be successful without the help of volunteers, active organizations and the generosity of the trucking industry, which offer invaluable support to WAA’s mission to remember the men and women who served our country, honor our military and their families, and teach our children about our freedom and those who protect it.

photo above: "Wreaths Across America Service held today at the Granville Co. Veterans Memorial. Thank You to all who attended today's service and Remembering Our Fallen and who Serve this Great Nation. Thank You Brother Tom Daniel and Mayor Jackie Sergent for laying the wreath at the site.... Thank You Lady Jennifer Adcock for representing N.C. as Our Ambassador for "Wreaths Across America" in Arlington today. Again, Thank You All who attended and supported this event and to those who attended the WAA event at Amis Chapel Baptist...Much Love and God Bless You All!!!” ~ Billy R. Britt

photo above: Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia. “An honor and a privilege.” ~ Jeanne D. Motor Maids ~ Daria N., Jeanne D., Petra H. and 2nd from left, Elijah. photo left: “Today I had the honor of help place wreaths at Hampton veterans cemetery with wreaths across America.” ~ Wendy Lynne Cullers

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photo above: “I am humbled and I want to Thank the 50 PATRIOTS 35 Motorcycles that came out and escorted the Wreaths and help place the Wreaths on the 5500 graves at Raleigh National Cemetery. Thank you Randy Bright for your help.The Admiral said when he turned and saw our flag line equally balance with the 5 Branches of Services in the center it brought tears to his eyes. Honor Dignity and Respect.” ~ Charles Bullock, Sr. photo next page: “My favorite picture from today after a 3 part PGR mission with Charles Bullock Sr. as our leader. Great job all. I took this shot just outside the wall of Raleigh National. Today was about remembering and showing respect for all of the brave men and women who seflessly served our great nation, especially those no longer with us and the over 90,000 POW/MIA.” ~ Rob Niesel

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Eastern Radiologists Breast Imaging Center is proud to be the host and presenting sponsor of Ride for the Ribbon. The 11th Annual Ride for the Ribbon that took place on Sat. Oct 14th and had over one hundred bikes participate in the 100-mile ride from Greenville, Washington, Kinston, Winterville and back to Greenville.

While the participants were out on the ride, Greenville Fire/Rescue held a fire engine truck pull – Pullin’ for Pink. Fourteen teams, of 6 adults or 12 kids, pulled a fire truck 100 feet. We had 25 vendors on site throughout the day sharing health information and selling goods. A variety of 25 raffle prizes including a gas grill,

Apple Watch, Disney/Trip to FL, spa packages, 50/50 raffle, etc were raffled off to help raise funds. We also sold over a whopping 1100 event t-shirts.

Through the generosity of literally hundreds of individuals and businesses in Pitt, Beaufort and Lenoir counties, over $35,000 was raised to help local breast cancer patients. A good time was had by all, and reflected the community support that all those battling cancer need to feel. If you participated, thank you! If you are interested in participating in the 2018 Ride, it’ll be the 1st or 2nd Saturday in October.

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mind of big ed I love motorcycles! I love this life! I love my life! I cant explain to the depth how much regret I would feel knowing if I caused a wreck out of complete ignorance on my part and killed someone or imagine the look in my children’s eyes to have to see me laying in a box cause I did something I thought was cool on my bike and ended up killing my dumbass self.

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I want everyone who loves to ride to stop and think about what if? Now, I’m not saying give up the ride. No, I couldn’t ever... but ride knowing this life is not just your own. Someone loves you. Somebody wants to see you come home safe. Do them that favor and yourself...Ride and be free...and be safe.

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It’s life y’all I didn’t wake up one day and decide that I’m going to want to grow up to be a biker. To be honest, I’m not sure if I ever want to see my children ride two wheels. I know that is bad to say, but like I said, to be honest. This way of life is a dangerous one. I see it all the time it seems. People getting hurt or killed on a motorcycle. It’s not always the cage dweller that takes out a fellow biker. It’s not always a crossing deer or dog. Sometimes it’s the biker themselves. It’s simply not paying attention to what is going on. The new bikers are getting behind barz , but cant let go of that phone to text. I mean , it’s already stupid to do it in a cage , but now you are really risking it all on two wheels. People are just not seeing the big picture. I was young once and man! my bike and my stupidity mixed together could have put me in the ground a thousand times I know. I’d twist that throttle back and push it to the limit damn near every time I was on that black top. I freaking loved it! No...I really F’n loved it! It was a thrill beyond words. I couldn’t think of anything other than sex that could turn me on more than the sound of drag pipes screaming down some two lane. I didn’t think of a deer crossing my path. I didn’t think of the on coming car. I won’t using my brain when speeding between cars like a complete dumbass. I didn’t think of death, or worst who is going to have to take care of me if I break myself up and can no longer take care of myself. Who’s life is now gong to change ‘cause now they’ve got to feed me, bath me, or wipe my butt. It’s not funny and it can become very real!

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Named for Native Americans who lived in the area for hundreds of years, Occoneechee is on the John H. Kerr Reservoir, better known as Buggs Island Lake, and is popular with anglers and boaters. Facilities include cabins, campsites, an equestrian campground, picnic shelters, an amphitheater, a playground, boat ramps, and a private concession offering boat rentals and snacks. Occoneechee Marina offers a fuel dock and boat slips with water and electric service for annual rentals. Six slips are available for rent to overnight camping and cabin guests. The park also has 20 miles of trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding. The visitor center and museum introduce visitors to Native American history and the indigenous Occoneechee people. Providing 24-hour access Virginia’s largest lake, three boat ramps open the door to 48,000 acres of fishing, boating and aquatic recreation. Forty-eight campsites are available for tent and RV campers. Some sites are right on the shoreline, providing easy fishing and boating access. The park also has 13 cabins that allow guests to enjoy the comforts of home as well as beautiful views of the lake. An equestrian campground with 11 sites and 11 covered horse stalls offers easy access to the park’s trail system. Occoneechee also has picnic areas near the lake, a playground, boat rentals and a lakefront amphitheater.

Its address is 1192 Occoneechee Park Road, Clarksville, VA 23927-9449

Above: Visitor Center and Gift Shop where campers register for their stay. Also, the center features Native American history, “The Occoneechee Story,” a living hut and artifacts. Also within is a year-round gift shop featuring Native American merchandise, t-shirts, hats, souvenirs, postcards and educational material.

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS: Prestwood Plantation John H. Kerr Dam and Tanner Education Center MacCallum More Museum and Gardens Towns of South Hill, Clarksville and South Boston

Pictured left: Vinney reading about the Native American history, “The Occoneechee Story.” There were lots of artifacts from the area on display.

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Pictured below and right: Just a couple of the beautiful views of camp sites. Hours are 8am - Dusk. For more info: 434-374-2210 Occoneechee@dcr.virginia.gov

All the campsites at OSP are immaculate! The bath house has hot and cold running water, showers, and electricity!

Occoneechee State Park encompasses 2,698 acres. Buggs Island Lake (Kerr Reservoir), 48,000 acres. Panhandle Area is 1,900 acres.

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The amazing cabins are nestled in the park and are gorgeous! Each one with its own charector. They have handicap access. Many with views of the lake. There are two bedroom, three bedroom and even a six bedroom lodge. Prices are very reasonable even during the prime season! Pets are even allowed for a small fee. For a reservation call: 1-800-933-7275 or visit: www.virginiastateparks.gov

~ Winter Weather Riding Tips ~ By David Henson Managing partner of HensonFuerst Attorneys.

It’s winter in North Carolina, and you know what that means for the weather: cold, warm, hot, cool, rain, drizzle, snow, ice, melting, fog, mist, blizzard, and just about any other possibility. Here are some safety tips for winter riding: ********************************************************* 1. Check the forecast. Weather patterns are unpredictable in many parts of the country, and just because it is warm today doesn’t mean it won’t snow tomorrow. Bookmark your local forecast on weather.com or your local TV news channel and check it often. Many of the websites even offer severe weather notifications—emails or even phone calls to let you know of major changes. That way, you won’t be caught unprepared if you’re out riding for more than just a few hours.

5. If conditions are icy…stay home! If you’re away from home, look for a warm, dry place to stay until the roads clear up. Too many motorists think that having a 4-wheel drive car makes them safe in all road conditions. (Having 4-wheel drive does NOT mean having 4-wheel stop.) As a result, you’re more likely to have a car spin out in front of you, or fail to stop in time to avoid hitting you from the rear. Best not to risk your safety with all the crazy drivers out there.

2. In light rain or snow…be more cautious than you are on dry pavement. In general, riding on a light dusting of fresh snow is not very different from riding in drizzle. Avoid sudden movements, quick braking, or fast acceleration. Complete your turn before accelerating.

6. If there is fog or mist…help others see you better. In the daytime, turn on your fog lights. At night or very dim days, turn on fog lights and your low-beam headlights. Never use your high beams—they reflect off the fog and actually make it more difficult to see. Wear high-visibility or reflective clothing. Remember that motorists may forget to turn on their lights, so be more vigilant than usual. Take off your sunglasses, and put on your yellow glasses—they increase contrast and let you see better in fog.

3. Clean your helmet visor. You are wearing a helmet, right? When the visor gets dirty or grimy, drops of water or flakes of snow will collect on the surface and distort your vision. If possible, use a rain repellant, such as Rain-X (check the visor specs to make sure it won’t cloud or damage it, or test on a small edge), which will allow the wetness to slide right off. 4. In heavy snow…don’t follow the leader. When a car drives on snow, it creates tracks of ice due to friction and compaction. Look for the parts of the road that have not been driven over. Reduce your speed below that of the surrounding traffic—cars can handle the slick spots more easily than a bike can.

7. Don’t rely on the skills of other drivers. My friend was driving a car home from work late at night during a snowfall that was so heavy it covered the road, obscuring all markings… including the center divider. It was just my friend and one other driver on a four-lane highway. My friend followed the other car, assuming that the driver was more familiar with the road. She followed him for ten miles, and then they both went right off the road into a ditch. To this day, my friend says, “It didn’t look right, but I figured he knew where he was going. ” She should have relied on her own judgment. RIDE SAFE!

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Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association, NC 15-6 3rd Saturday of the Month Bingo at the VA Medical Center in Durham. and a Little Christmas Cheer. Lap Quilts, Stocking / Watch Caps, fingerless Wheelchair Gloves, bodywash, Christmas Cards with a little spending money ( everybody got one )...and some REALLY GOOD TIMES with Veterans!!! Oh, and a 98 year old US Army Retired WAA World War II Vet - what a Sparkplug from our Greatest Generation! ~OB1

Nash County DSS Toy Run Thanks to everyone who came to the KWMM Toy Run for Nash Co. DSS foster children. We collected a total of 75 toys and $265.00 cash. I presented the check to the supervisior and case worker. They were so thankful for everyone's help and love shown that day. They are looking forward to next year already. We love you all! ~ Pastor Cathy Carter

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Blue Steel MC Gives Back Giving back to the Community Christmas for The Kid's 2017 With Support from Our Community BSMC of NC was able to Donate 10 Bicycles to Halifax County Sheriff's Office & Roanoke Rapids Police Departments "Christmas for Kid's Program" ~Michael Kidd

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One of My Favorite Stories of the Year! Does snot matter if you are a DUKE fan or not. This story should tug at your heart strings. It is written by, Tales of an Educated Debutante. She has a blog and Facebook page with other amazing stories. ~Doobie

Dear Coach K, I've never met you, though you've walked past me many times on a stretch of beach called Pine Knoll Shores. I didn't want to bother you, but wish I had known about your gift to Steve Mitchell. His departure from this earth has offered the story of a life well-lived. Steve was the man who sat behind you in Duke University's Cameron Indoor Stadium for the last 37 years and I know you miss him this season. He did a lot in his sixty plus years. He was born with Down syndrome and his family shrugged off the doctors and took him right home. He was integrated in an era that made his parents ground breakers; school or church, Steve was there. I am a special needs mama too and with parenthood comes advocacy, their forging a path has benefited so many. You called Steve "a good friend who had some challenges." What a gift of inclusive language and makes up for the curse words that Steve hollered at games. The story goes that in 1980 the only thing Steve Mitchell wanted for Christmas was a Duke basketball ticket, not an easy score, but Steve's brother had a construction company and was hired to renovate the new coach’s, Mike "Coach K" Krzyzewski, house. He asked you how one might find a ticket to buy and explained his brother’s Christmas wish. “He can sit behind me,” you said. Did you know how life changing that gift would be?

Steve Mitchell...one of the biggest DUKE fans ever! The following season, Steve wrote you a letter saying, “Coach, I know we’re going to have another great year. I was hoping that I could sit near you again.” You said yes to a family that may have heard no far more often. He wrote you a letter every year for 37 years and this is the first season that a ticket, reserved for one Steve Mitchell, isn’t waiting at will call. Steve would collect his ticket and make his way independently to his seat behind you, a tradition that was life changing for his confidence, according to his family. You shook his hand before every game. Thank you, Coach K. Mamas of special needs kids know that kindness extends far beyond team affiliation and we know that our team is the best of all. Welcome to the club. And to Steve? Godspeed, my friend and thank you. Love, Adrian (Amos's mom)

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Times Past Many miles behind me And many more to go Two wheels are a turning Out there on the road The years go by so quickly Yet memories remain People, places, times gone by Things that got away One thing I will remember As the time goes on The highways always changing Out there on the road Every day is different That you cannot deny And people come and go Just like times gone by Though people are like seasons They change and come and go Seasons are always changing Out there on the road One thing will not change As the years go by I can still be found Out there on the road Out there upon my ride © Sorez Road Scribes Of America ™ The Moment relief beyond the next curve a new day at the horizon a tank full of gas to get me there wind burned and feeling alive odometer recording miles yet miles never matter freedom from the chaos exempt if only for the moment the moment between kickstand up and kickstand down © JoPo 12/19/13 RSOA ™

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The Year the Thunder Stopped

I have spent my life in the wind Grasping freedom with clutch in hand Machine breathing fire exhausting fumes Riding hard and paying dues I have found a way to live That gives me peace and hope within Twisting throttle ever forward Upon Two Wheels and Open Roads I have gone from deep despair To a soaring spirit without care This is what my ride has done Giving back all that was lost In the wind and feeling fine Traveling through the graveled miles There could be no other way For me to live my life today

Never a throttle twisted A season without a ride No relief beyond the horizon And a bit of spirit died But decades of curves And memories Of rides to nowhere last Although I may never ride again It's a rewarding part of my past Riding freed my soul Without destination or plan Soothing thunder delivered Something a cage just never can

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Rebound Rebels Who the Hell calls for change, in this world that's really strange... demanding that we rearrange… with no verbal real exchange... Do not question, just accept... That is today's ladder steps... If you want to rise from depth... close your mind, shut your lip... For me this world... I can't be part... So says my mind and my heart... I grew up living from the start... sharing my opinions tart... I still play my vinyl discs... I still frolic in the mist... I don't need no techno lists… causing me to shake my fist... Rebound rebels longing for… a freer life... good to it's core... grabbing throttle wanting more... than to find that life's a bore... I still ride my rigid frame... take life slow, enjoy the game... No one waving finger's blame… drinkin' 'round a campfire flame... Ideas, thoughts, we have our notions... Expressing them with true emotion... Looking for that magic potion... Share them and put them in motion... Be a rebel question why? Take in life and don't be shy... Someday… yes, we all will die... Ask for mercy from the sky... Our legacy is what we leave... There is no way to then retrieve... the ideas that we kept up-sleeve... once our light has turned to eve... So must share and then believe Rod Hatter , a.k.a. Panhead Rod - RSOA (tm) 2012 Mar. 1, 2015 editted Sept.21, 2017

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Saturday, 25 Novemer 2017 Newbern, NC

Ride to Kennedy Children’s Home

On November 25th 2017 the New Bern Harley Owners Group and Harley Davidson of New Bern held its 25th Annual Ride to the Kennedy Children’s Home in Kinston. The Kennedy Home is operated by Baptist Children’s Homes of North Carolina. The Baptist Children’s Homes is a nonprofit child care organization providing residential programs and services through 23 statewide locations and one international orphanage in Xela, Guatemala.

25th Annual Run story: Todd S. Doss “Grizzly” ALR Post 11 Goldsboro

Over Eight Hundred bikers from all over eastern North Carolina showed their generosity and caring for such a good cause and especially these days, with the state cutting funding for the home and the renovation after Hurricane Matthew. The ride has grown over the years and so has the amount risen for the Kennedy Home. The ride started out 25 years ago with just six bikes now today, it was an awesome site of close to 800 bikes going down Highway 70 west escorted by New Bern’s Motorcycle Police, Craven and Lenoir Counties Sheriff’s Departments also N.C. State Patrol. Thanks to them we had another safe ride. A lot of planning and help from many different sources, the New Bern HOG Chapter, retailers and Law enforcement made this ride a safe and successful one. There was over $21000.00 raised to provide a great organization the funds to keep doing what they do best. Most of all it couldn’t have happened without the caring Bikers of North Carolina. Danny Brown ALR Post 11

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Steak Night at The Ole Breeze 4414 US N. 301 Hwy. NOT ONLY ON THIS THURSDAY BUT EVERY THURSDAY!!! Grill fires up at 6:30pm. Come on out, bring your steak and let us cook it for you! Coldest beer around! 252-245-3343

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Souper Saturdays at Myrtle Beach Harley-Davidson 4710 S. Kings Hwy. EVERY SATURDAY IN JANUARY! Come warm up at Myrtle Beach Harley-Davidson with a warm bowl of soup! Spoons up at 11am until gone or 2pm...whichever comes first. Make a canned food or monetary donation and be eligible to win $100 Myrtle Beach harley-Davidson gift card! We’ve partnered up with Helping Hand of Myrtle Beach, to ensure no one goes hungry this winter!! Details at: myrtlebeachharley.com or 843-369-5555

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The B & B Experience: A Rock N Roll Oddysey at Ace’s Ale House 3710 B Peppermill Drive Starts at 8pm until 11pm. 252-237-2237

Proton Jones: The Return Of The Mad Rocker at Ace’s Ale House 3710 B Peppermill Drive Starts at 8pm until 11pm. 252-237-2237

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Polar Bear Ride Onslow Community Ministries 600 Court St. Hosted by Jacksonville Light Keepers. Lineup starts at 11:30am. Kickstands up at noon. Ride around the outskirts of town and end up at Golden Corral for lunch. (2005 N. Marine Blvd.) Reg. is any item listed on the “Wish List” (see ad on page 41 in this issue. www.lightkeeperschapter@gmail.com

Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation Bike Night Kickback Jack’s 1405 Garner Station Blvd. Starts at 6pm...Bring your Bike (or don’t), bring the family, and help raise money to fight Pediatric Brain Cancer! Profits from this event will be donated to the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. Cornhole, great food, drinks and fun...can’t wait to see you there! 919-803-5068

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Bill Lyerly At Nash Arts 100 E. Washington St. 8pm-9:30pm $15 Advance / $18 Door. Nash Arts Member discounts applied according to level of membership. www.billlyerly.com / https://www.facebook.com/pg/billlyerly. AR/ Award winning blues, R&B, R&R and Americana music. More info: 252-459-4734

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Chili Dog Ride Harley Shop at the Beach 4002 Highway 17 South Join The Harley Shop at the Beach as we take a Scenic Ride, led by our staff, throughout the country and grand strand! Reg. 10am-11am. KSU 11am. FREE TO ALL RIDERS!!!! We’ll end back at The Harley Shop at the Beach for an After Party with FREE Chili Dogs and Refreshments!! Come ride with us and have a great time!! Call 843-663-5555 for more details.

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Meredith Davis: The Queen Of Carolina Country at Ace’s Ale House 3710 B Peppermill Drive Starts at 8pm until 11pm. 252-237-2237

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Put Up Or Shut Up: Duke VS UNC Round One!!! at Ace’s Ale House 3710 B Peppermill Drive Starts at 8pm until 11pm. It’s the battle of The Blues and the greatest rivalry in all of sports!!! But....how confident are you in your team? Put your money where your mouth is!!! Show up wearing your Duke or UNC shirt and find an enemy combatant. We’ll them pair you two up on the same tab and the loser pays!!! Are you ready??? More info: 252-237-2237

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16th Annual Chilly Chili Poker Run Lejeune Motorsports 955 Lejeune Blvd. Hosted by Rolling Thunder Inc. Reg. 9am. Last bike in by 2pm. $10 donation per hand. 2 hands same rider $15. 3 hands same rider $20 and free t-shirt (while supplies last). 1st prize (Best Hand) $500. 2nd prize (2nd Best Hand) $200. 3rd prize (Worst Hand) $100.Door prizes, 50/50, awesome auction items, and free food and drink for each rider! More info Joe 910-325-8336 or David 910-330-2986 All bikes and cars welcome!

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Sylvan Heights Bird Park Oyster Roast Fundraiser At Sylvan Heights Bird Park 500 Sylvan Heights Way 6pm-9pm This is the the 2nd Annual event! Cooler weather means oyster season in Eastern North Carolina! Tickets are $40 (members) $45 (non members) and include shrimp, oysters, slaw, hush puppies, beer, wine and entertainment. Will also have a non-seafood option and a vegetarian option. This event will raise funds to support the Park’s mission of conservation and education. See ad on page 23 in this issue! Get your tickets early! They sell out fast! For more info: shwpark.com 252-826-3186

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Russ Varnell & His Too Country Band At Nash Arts 100 E. Washington St. 7pm-9:15pm. $12 Advance Tickets / $15 Door. Nash Arts membership discounts applied according to level of membership. www.russvarnell.com For more info: 252-459-4734

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TARBORO, NC

Bill Lyerly Band “LIVE” at Melanie’s Place 1203 W. Northern Blvd. More info: 252-823-8997

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77th Annual Daytona Beach Bike Week Rides, rodeos, concerts, swap meets, camping, and racing. www.officialbikeweek.com www.daytonainternationalspeedway.com.

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Birds, Brews & BBQ At Sylvan Heights Bird Park 500 Sylvan Heights Way Local cooks compete to be BBQ Cook-Off Champion! Try them all and vote for your favorites while sampling beer from local North Carolina craft brewers. 5pm-8pm. Get your tickets early! They sell out fast! See ad on page 16 in this issue! This event is a Behind Barz favorite! Come to the Bird Park and hang out with the Behind Barz Crew! Call for more info: shwpark.com 252-826-3186

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