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June 19 - 23, 2012, Bryson City, NC:  SMRI IV

All family motels are now open for reservations.   If you plan on returning next year, most motels will take reservations before your departure.  Based upon attendee feedback, the event dates have been expanded and will always be Tuesday -> Saturday after Fathers Day.  Early arrivals may take time to visit Attractions before the scheduled events.  Click here for a map to locate Bryson City.

The Chili Ride will be on October 17 - 20.  This is a great time to come back for chili and leaf peeping.

All proceeds from the SMRI auction go to helping underprivileged children in the area.

You can follow the news on the GL1800 Riders Group; click here.


June 1 is less than four weeks away! Now is time time to:

1. Send in your check for the BBQ
2. Order t-shirts from James in Bryson City
3. Order polo shirts from Viozzis Embroidery in PA
4. Send in items for the auction

Don't delay!  Let's 'git er done'! then sit back and enjoy the best five days in June.

Please check the Updates page for last minute updates.  There are two vendors for shirts - Great Smoky Graphics in Bryson City for t-shirts and PA Embroidery in Lebanon, PA for Polo shirts.

To register , Click Here                 To cancel , Click Here

PLEASE NOTE: BBQ rate for 2012 is $13 per person. Make check out to SMRI and put BBQ on the memo.  Mail before June 1 to:  Liz Kinsey, P.O. Box 562, Highland City, Fl 33846.  Since there will not be a Fish Fry, the BBQ has moved to Friday evening.

We need a headcount for the Bush Beans tour.  Click here to sign up.  20 are needed if we are to have lunch there.

Want some art work for your motorcycle?  Click here.

There is not going to be a 'pay at the door' option.

Remember, we value your feedback to keep improving this event:  It is your event!  Use the email link below for comments.

Scheduled rides for 2012.  Arrive at least 20 minutes before departure time.

 Day  Event  Location & Time
 June 19  Ride  Shorty is leading a ride TBA
 June 20  Ride  Led by Gary, Click Bush Beans Tour to sign up.  Lunch at tour site.
 June 21  Welcome  Shorty is leading a ride TBA.  Party @ Gracey Manner; time 9:00 am.
 June 22  BBQ  Shorty is leading a ride; then BBQ/Auction @ 6 PM at the Senior Center
 June 23  Sendoff  Slow Joe & Shorty are ride leaders with ride; Shorty will end @ Ryan's Steak House
 All days    Looks like Shorty needs ride leaders!

A note on rides:  Gracey Manor is the meeting place to ride, but there are no assigned leaders.  So that all may have time to enjoy the activities, we suggest that groups leave [kickstands up] by 9 AM [or earlier] to have afternoon downtime before the evening events.  Arrive 20 minutes before departure time.  Print out rides you want to take beforehand.

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Just a clarification on the name and purpose:  We do not want to get involved with insurance or other legal ramifications.  This is just a group of riders coming together, and if it becomes more than that, we will respectfully decline being involved in organizing a future event.  There are no registration fees, no kitty to defray costs, and no insurance policies involved.  You are responsible for yourself, and the organizers assume no legal responsibilities.

A note to entertainers and vendors:  If you are expecting to come here to make big money, this is not your event.  Everything is run by volunteers who receive no compensation.  If you want to volunteer, then contact us and your message will be routed accordingly.

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