Finding solitude under a tree at the BMW MOA Rally in Hamburg, New York.
Monterey Getaway/100th Anniversary, June 2016 It’s not every year that a company turns 100 years old, but 2016 saw that happen for BMW. The “mother ship” celebrated their centenary with a big party in Mon- terey, California, and the MOA decided to invite as many of its members as could come to begin the celebration with a Get- away gathering. The Monterey Tides Hotel hosted the members who came, and BMW Motorrad added to the celebration by announcing a $500 voucher would be given to any MOA member who bought a new BMW motorcycle, plus $1,500 worth of accessories. Dealerships across the country hosted 100th Anniversary events as well, spreading the celebration of BMW’s milestone achievement around for all to enjoy.
MOA Consumer Liaisons named, November 2016 Along with the Regional Coordinators, mentioned above, the MOA brought back the Consumer Liaison position and appointed two members to share this key volunteer position. Lee Woodring hails from Atlanta, Georgia, and Joe Leung is from Calgary, Alberta. Both are longtime riders and have lengthy stints as MOA members as well. Members can reach them by email for assistance at consum-
erliaison@bmwmoa.org.
Paul Thorn entertains the crowd at the BMW MOA Rally in Hamburg, New York.
It Took a Community, June 2016 When Marcia McGuire hopped aboard her G 650 GS to set out on her first long-dis- tance motorcycle trip, she already had more than a little riding experience. Still, she persisted in short practice trips and took training classes to improve her skills and prepare her for the journey. Two years after her BRC, she embarked on a 23-day camping trip that covered over 4,000 miles and included the Canadian Rockies. Along the way, she met riders—and MOA mem- bers—who chatted with, helped, inspired and accompanied her. By the time she returned to her home in the Pacific North- west, she realized that inspiration flows in multiple directions and discovered that others can rely on her the way she relied on others during her trip.
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