"American Legion Riders Post 383" - Fair Oaks CA
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sbcamper
N 38° 39.060 W 121° 13.159
10S E 654952 N 4279552
This was the first Legion post to form a motorcycle guard.
About 1987. Others liked the idea of riding with other veterans and creating a new image of motorcycle riders.
Waymark Code: WMHJ50
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 07/14/2013
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There are now chapters in every state. They ride for Rolling Thunder; local toy drives; memorial services, and more.
They ride to honor fallen comrades, POW/MIAs.
The post shares the VFW 6158 hall in Fair Oaks.
Legion Rider programs in more than 32 states, and more are organizing each year. The types of things that these groups are doing are far too many to mention in this space, but here are a few examples:
• Participation in the annual POW/MIA Rally held each Memorial weekend in Washington D.C. known as "Rolling Thunder"
• Sponsoring or participating in local charity events in support of the sponsoring American Legion Post
• Raising money for such organizations as local VA Hospitals, Battered Women and Children's Center, Varied Children and Youth programs, a School for Blind Children, Veterans Relief, Needy families and many, many others
• Sponsoring or participating in motorcycle "Runs" to benefit numerous charities, including charities for underprivileged children and medical research, or the September 11 Legacy Scholarship Fund, just to name a few
• Participation in countless memorial ceremonies and community parades
• One group is even spearheading an effort to erect a "Veterans Memorial Park" in the center of their Downtown area
• Legion Riders are also an excellent tool to teach motorcycle and driver safety in the community and in schools.
The recognition and acceptance of ALR groups by local communities has been remarkable. The American Legion Riders in Garden City, Michigan was even honored by the local city council, when they drafted a resolution declaring the American Legion Riders post as a valuable asset to the community. ??Remember: Motorcyclists can be a very dedicated group of people. When they are also American Legion Family members, you create a win/win situation for your post and community!
Rolling Thunder XXVII starts May 25, 2014. www.rollingthunder1.com
They wear helmets when riding. Chapters are as small as 8 members and as many as 75 riders. They escort at funeral processions (by request) and are made up of veterans of all branches of the services.
They have given a new and positive image to motorcycling. They are a nonprofit organization of American veterans. Some display handicable license plates, some are tri wheel, and some are equipped with a sidecar.
Street address: Kruihoff Way
Year the building was constructed.: 1950s
Activities: Friday or Saturday socials
Hall rental: Yes
Can headgear be worn inside?: No
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