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Well our monthly dinner ride on March 29th had a great turnout. 11 members and friends wanted a taste of Famous Dave’s Bar-B-Que.
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Those that made the ride were Stan & Patti, Jim & Barbara, Mike Martin, Rich & Debbie along with their friend Carol, our newest member Jim Edwards, and of course Bev and I.
Like last year for this event – pre-registration checks will be sent to me (Catalina office address) with participant names and t-shirt size.
I will maintain the rider name list and mail it with the checks (made payable to PCPOM – $25/bike) to LT VILLAR no later than Apr 26th.
Late comers can register AT the event on Sat Apr 30th.
We will meet as a group – like last year – at my Catalina office (Golder Ranch Shopping Center) at 07:30 and depart 08:00 sharp for the ride to Florence (SR 79) which takes about 40+min. There is a Valero gas station at the shopping center and my office restroom will be available.
Last year we had about 20 bikes…would like to DOUBLE # that this year; the entire event ride group last year was well over 100 bikes that participated.
The event ride will end up BACK IN CATALINA at a Mexican restaurant north of town (SR 79/77 junction).
SEND NAMES (+ t-shirt size) AND CHECKS TO: Norm Hubbard, 15318 N Oracle Rd # A-160, Tucson AZ 85739. Checks will NOT be cashed until well after the Apr 30th event.
Additional price info for the RideTo Remember/PCPOM Sat Apr 30th: $25/bike includes breakfast & t-shirt; Additional t-shirt $10 ($12 for 2X+); $10/per ALL YOU CAN EAT mexican buffet at LUPE’S restaurant at end of ride (paid at registration table before ride begins).
Norm Hubbard CHP 5891
AZ BK IX
Get ready for the largest motorcycle event on the west coast. Join us this year as we take Laughlin by storm April 27th through May 1st. Come see Historic US Route 66 the way it was meant to be seen. Turn back time as you ride the hills from Kingman to Oatman, AZ. Cool off in the Colorado, or test lady luck at any one of the casinos located on the strip.
Once the badge goes on, it never comes off, whether they can see it, or not. It fuses to the soul through adversity, fear and adrenaline and no one who has ever worn it with pride, integrity and guts, can ever sleep through the ‘call of the wild’ that wafts through bedroom windows in the deep of the night.
When Cops Retire
When a good cop leaves the ‘job’ and retires to a better life, many are jealous, some are pleased and yet others, who may have already retired, wonder. We wonder if he knows what he is leaving behind, because we already know. We know, for example, that after a lifetime of camaraderie that few experience, it will remain as a longing for those past times. We know in the law enforcement life there is a fellowship which lasts long after the uniforms are hung up in the back of the closet . We know even if he throws them away, they will be on him with every step and breath that remains in his life. We also know how the very bearing of the man speaks of what he was and in his heart still is.
These are the burdens of the job. You will still look at people suspiciously, still see what others do not see or choose to ignore and always will look at the rest of the law enforcement world with a respect for what they do; only grown in a lifetime of knowing. Never think for one moment you are escaping from that life. You are only escaping the ‘job’ and merely being allowed to leave ‘active’ duty.
So what I wish for you is that whenever you ease into retirement, in your heart you never forget for one moment that ‘Blessed are the Peacemakers for they shall be called children of God,’ and you are still a member of the greatest fraternity the world has ever known.
Civilian Friends vs Police Friends
CIVILIAN FRIENDS: Get upset if you’re too busy to talk to them for a week.
POLICE FRIENDS: Are glad to see you after years, and will happily carry on the same conversation you were having the last time you met.
CIVILIAN FRIENDS: Have never seen you cry.
POLICE FRIENDS: Have cried with you.
CIVILIAN FRIENDS: Borrow your stuff for a few days then give it back.
POLICE FRIENDS: Keep your stuff so long they forget it’s yours.
CIVILIAN FRIENDS: Know a few things about you..
POLICE FRIENDS: Could write a book with direct quotes from you.
CIVILIAN FRIENDS: Will leave you behind if that’s what the crowd is doing.
POLICE FRIENDS: Will kick the crowds’ ass that left you behind.
CIVILIAN FRIENDS: Are for a while.
POLICE FRIENDS: Are for life.
CIVILIAN FRIENDS: Have shared a few experiences. ..
POLICE FRIENDS: Have shared a lifetime of experiences no citizen could ever dream of…
CIVILIAN FRIENDS: Will take your drink away when they think you’ve had enough.
POLICE FRIENDS: Will look at you stumbling all over the place and say, ‘You better drink the rest of that before you spill it!!’ Then carry you home safely and put you to bed…
CIVILIAN FRIENDS: Will talk crap to the person who talks crap about you.
POLICE FRIENDS: Will knock them the hell out for using your name in vain.
CIVILIAN FRIENDS: Will ignore this.
POLICE FRIENDS: Will forward this..
There are those that think they understand. And then . . . There are cops
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The 8th Red Cross Ride for the Red Run was held on Sunday March 27th. What a turnout there was. The ride began @ the Red Cross Facility on Broad and ended @ Johnny Ringo’s Bar & Grill in T0mbstone. The weather was great and fun was had by all. We even had our own private “Shootout at the OK Corral performed right at Johnny Ringo’s by the Staff from Tombstone.
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The parking lot was packed by the beginning of registration @ 9:00 am.
Shortly thereafter more and more bikes began filling the lot. Soon there were bikes parking in adjacent lots just to register for the ride.
There are way too many photos to show here on our page. Please go to the “Photos Page” to see more photos.
Due to the issues with Chuy’s of Tucson we have made a change to our dinner plans. We will now meet @ Pat’s Chili Dogs on N. Grande, between Speedway & St. Mary’s, across from the American Legion Post 59.
The 8th Annual Old Pueblo Riders Run for the Kids will be held on Sunday April 17th @ the Arizona State School for the Deaf and Blind 1200 W. Speedway Blvd. Registration 10 – 12.
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We will meet at TTT on Saturday April 16th. Kickstands up @ 8:00 a.m. If you want breakfast you can come early. We will depart TTT @ 8:00 so we can get there, register, ride, and return back home later in the day.
Thanks
RoN
BPA Brian A. Terry Memorial / Benefit Ride
What and Why:
A benefit ride/poker run/celebration that will raise money to benefit the family of Fallen Border Patrol Agent Brian A.Terry, and honor his life by raising money for the Border Patrol Scholarship Fund and the 100 Club of Arizona. Brian was shot and killed in the line of duty on Dec 15th 2010 near Nogales Arizona. 100% of the proceeds will be donated to these charitable causes. The event will host vendors, door prizes, a poker run, raffles, live music, and food.
You do not need to own or ride a motorcycle to attend!
All are welcome to support this benefit fundraiser and enjoy the food, music, and fun! Even drivers of four-wheeled vehicles are welcome to come along on the poker run as well. Registration is $20 for the first person and $15 for the second. Extra poker hands are $5 each.
When:
April 16th 2011. Registration starts at 8:00AM. Last bikes out at 11:00 AM.
Where:
The Arena Bar in Benson, Arizona. 250 N. Prickly Pear Avenue, Benson, AZ 85602
Where to stay:
The Arena Bar in Benson has a camp ground area where you can stay for free, or the following hotels that are close to the Arena Bar have graciously opened their doors to ride patrons and are offering special rates to support the event:
Best Western Plus (Quail Hollow Inn) has rates ranging from $69.99 to $79.99 per night which includes a full Breakfast. For reservations call 520-586-3646 or Toll Fee @ 800-322-1850. The address is 699 N Ocotillo Road, Benson AZ. 85602
The Days Inn in Benson has even more inexpensive rates and there is a Continental Breakfast. For reservations call 520-586-3000 or Toll Free @ 888-440-2021. Their address is 621 Commerce Benson, AZ 85602.
When you call to make reservations please let them know that you are coming for the BPA Brian Terry Memorial/ Benefit Ride in order to take advantage of these special discounts.
For questions please contact:
Cannonball 520-249-3554, Bouncer 520-249-9669, or Octo 520-266-1028
More information to come. Hope to see you there!
Special thanks to the Choir Boys LEMC for their help and input.
After our monthly breakfast ride to the Vail Steakhouse those that want to can join us for a ride to Tombstone and Big Nose Kate’s for lunch.
We will head out down Sonoita Highway, over to Four Corners, South to the 90 bypass, to Charlton road and on in the back way to Tombstone. Coming back we can go the same way or spit up and take our own way back.
Our monthly breakfast ride will be @ the Vail Steakhouse on April 9th. Meeting is at 8:00 am.
After the breakfast ride we will have a ride to Tombstone.
If you plan on attending please “Post a Comment” so others will know you are attending.