The Fremont Michigan Chapter of the Harley Owners Group is a riding club open to anyone who owns a Harley-Davidson motorcycle. We organize rides and events throughout the year, including rides for new and prospective members, weekday lunch rides, and longer tours. For more information, use the contact page to get in touch, attend one of our meetings (dates and locations are on the calendar page), or stop by our sponsor shop, Sandy’s Harley-Davidson in Fremont.
Our goal is to ride and have fun and we’d love you to join us!
This website features our calendar of events, lots of pics (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019), links to the Sandy Corley Memorial Run and our sponsoring dealer, Sandy’s Harley-Davidson, and much more. Check it out!
Our goal is to ride and have fun and we’d love you to join us!
This website features our calendar of events, lots of pics (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019), links to the Sandy Corley Memorial Run and our sponsoring dealer, Sandy’s Harley-Davidson, and much more. Check it out!
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Chapter Updates, Rides & Events
May 25, 2019
The ride after tomorrow's meeting to watch Josh race at Stanton has been canceled. Josh will be racing at Kaleva instead, which ends after midnight. So, unless someone else wants to lead a group for ice cream or something, there will be no ride after. See you at the meeting...
May 23, 2019
This Saturday’s Welcome Ride will be to Twin Creeks in Luther. Todd M. is leading. Be at Sandy’s by closing (3 pm), kickstands up at 3:15.
And since June is right around the corner, and here are a few updates…
From Mike Whalen on the June 2nd Cowboy Action Shoot and Ride: “The ride to Rockford on June 2 will be an introduction to the shooting sport known as Cowboy Action Shooting. The firearms used in this competition are replicas of pre-1900 firearms, single-action revolvers, lever-action rifles, and either double-barrel or 1897 pump shotguns. The match is a timed event so speed and accuracy are vital. It is a fast action sport with different styles of shooting and many categories separated by age or style of shooting. We will watch a few of the "Cowboys" run through a stage/course to get an idea of how the game is played and scored. I will supply the type of firearms and ammo used in this sport (as I used to compete) for those wishing to try their hand at it on a stage not being used by the competitors. I will also supply ear plugs for everyone but those in attendance will have to have their own eye protection. Sunglasses, eyeglasses, etc. are acceptable. The match is held at Rockford Sportsman's Club on Northland Drive, just north of 13 Mile Road. Afterward, we will ride to Morley for lunch and back to Sandy's. The ride leaves Sandy's on Sunday morning, June 2, at 9:00 am.”
Bonfire and Dogs at the Corley’s on June 8. Jerry Hofman will be leading a ride to the Corley’s that will leave Sandy’s at 3:30 pm and arrive for the bonfire at 5:30. From Karen: “We will be handling all the food. We will provide coffee and water, etc. Also, we will be having smores on the open fire. We will provide that too. Just have people RSVP to me please so I have an idea on the amount of food.” Call the shop or email Karen to RSVP.
June 9 ride to the Gilmore Vintage Motorcycle Show. From Gary Norton: “The Gilmore Car Museum is located in Hickory Corners in the U.S. state of Michigan, and houses one of Michigan's largest collections of classic and vintage automobiles. Over 300 vintage and collector vehicles and motorcycles from all eras are on display in over a dozen vintage buildings located on 90 acres. Most likely leave the same time and take the same route as last year, but I do want to take a pre-ride to check roads conditions! So let’s tentatively go with the following route and times. I’ll have Gabe post any changes if we need to … Ok, we’ll leave Sandy’s at 8:29 – Quick stop at Apple and Maple Island at 8:50 – next stop will be at the Speedway in Coopersville around 9:22 – from there we’ll find our way to the Marathon Station west of Martin and west of 131 (probably around 10:16)! Last stop should be Hickory Corners (should be close to 90 miles one way)! Watch your morning coffee, first available bathroom stop is 53 minutes if I don’t make any mistakes! Call or email any questions or to RSVP if you want to meet at one of the stops. See ya Sunday, June 9th! Let’s check and hope for great weather!”
May 21, 2019
Anyone interested in going on the Coast-to-Coast trip on July 20-21, please let James Morningstar know by June first. He needs to get rooms, is looking into a few things to do in the area (thanks Rick), etc. Last week James did a pre-ride with Bob and it looks good!
The deadline for the June newsletter is this Friday, May 24. If you’ve got something to include, please send it in! I haven’t received anything for this issue, so if you’ve got anything, please write it up!!
The first Welcome Ride of the season will be held on Saturday, May 25. New, prospective, and current members are welcome! Meet at the shop prior to closing (3 pm), kickstands up at 3:15 pm. Todd Monroe is leading.
The next Chapter Meeting is on Sunday, May 26, at the Blind Squirrel – 8:30 breakfast, 9:30 meeting; Ride after to the Stanton Dragstrip, Todd Bassett leading.
On Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, is the Bridgeton Wreath Drop. Meet at the bridge by 8:45 am. Rich Kroll will be leading a ride after that will leave from Sandy’s at 10 am.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on May 28. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
And remember, the Ice Cream Game is underway. Get your list on our website: http://www.fremonthog2232.com/ice-cream-game.html
May 14, 2019
The Morningstar’s are hosting a Dinner Run to the Handsome Hobo in Muskegon Tomorrow, Wednesday, May 15 at 6:29:35 pm. Please RSVP with Debbie. The food will be great, and the tales will be tall. Check out the restaurant at http://www.handsomehobopizzeria.com/.
The Vietnam Memorial Wall will be on display at the Baldwin AMVETS post during the Blessing weekend. Riders are wanted to escort the Wall from Sandy’s to Baldwin this Thursday, May 16. The Wall will arrive at Sandy’s at 9:45 am and depart the shop at 10:20 am. There are usually around 200 riders in the escort, so arrive early if you want to get near the front. The group will arrive at Houseman’s Grocery Store in Baldwin around 11 am, then ride the last five miles to the AMVETS post at 11:30. This is an important, moving, and fun event, so make it if you can.
Sandy’s Spring Open House is this Saturday, May 18. Test Rides – Food – Fremont HOG Table – Bake Sale – Flag Retirement Ceremony from 11 am to 12 Noon (the shop will be closed during the ceremony). Please bring baked good and treats to the shop on Friday, or the morning of the event. Volunteers are also appreciated (contact Denise Whittington for details).
The Baldwin Blessing of the Bikes is Sunday, May 19. Rich Kroll will be leading a ride, leaving Sandy’s at 10 am.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on May 21. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
The first Welcome Ride of the season will be held on Saturday, May 25. New, prospective, and current members are welcome! Meet at the shop prior to closing (3 pm), kickstands up at 3:15 pm. Todd Monroe is leading,
The next Chapter Meeting is on Sunday, May 26, at the Blind Squirrel – 8:30 breakfast, 9:30 meeting; Ride after to the Stanton Dragstrip, Todd Bassett leading.
On Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, is the Bridgeton Wreath Drop. Meet at the bridge by 8:45 am. Rich Kroll will be leading a ride after that will leave from Sandy’s at 10 am.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on May 28. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
The deadline for the June newsletter is Friday, May 24. If you’ve got something to include, please send it in!
And remember, the Ice Cream Game is underway. Get your list on our website: http://www.fremonthog2232.com/ice-cream-game.html
May 7, 2019
The Mesick Mushroom Festival Ride on Saturday, May 11, led by Steve Whittington, will leave the shop at 8:30 am. From Steve: “Come with gas tanks full and bladders EMPTY! The ride is approximately 107 miles and will take approximately 3 hours with a couple of stops. First potty break is at a Port-A-John at about 45 minutes into the ride. It’s going to be a great ride and so beautiful through God’s countryside! From my pre-run, most of the roads are pretty good but there are some really bad spots. There are some roads where we will be riding single file. Hand signals will be used. We ARE dealing with Michigan roads. See ya at Sandy’s with kickstands up at 8:30 am sharp!” For more info on the Festival visit www.mesick-mushroomfest.org.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on May 14. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
The Morningstar’s are hosting a Dinner Run to the Handsome Hobo in Muskegon on Wednesday, May 15 at 6:29:35 pm. Please RSVP with Debbie. The food will be great, and the tales will be tall.
The Vietnam Memorial Wall will be on display at the Baldwin AMVETS post during the Blessing weekend. Riders are wanted to escort the Wall from Sandy’s to Baldwin on Thursday, May 16. The Wall will arrive at Sandy’s at 9:45 am and depart the shop at 10:20 am. There are usually around 200 riders in the escort, so arrive early if you want to get near the front. The group will arrive at Houseman’s Grocery Store in Baldwin around 11 am, then ride the last five miles to the AMVETS post at 11:30. This is an important, moving, and fun event, so make it if you can.
Sandy’s Spring Open House is Saturday, May 18. Test Rides – Food – Fremont HOG Table – Bake Sale - Flag Retirement Ceremony from 11 am to 12 Noon (the shop will be closed during the ceremony). Please bring baked good and treats to the shop on Friday, or the morning of the event. Volunteers are also appreciated (contact Denise Whittington for details).
The Baldwin Blessing of the Bikes is Sunday, May 19. Rich Kroll will be leading a ride, leaving Sandy’s at 10 am.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on May 21. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
The first Welcome Ride of the season will be held on Saturday, May 25. New, prospective, and current members are welcome! Meet at the shop prior to closing (3 pm), kickstands up at 3:15 pm. Todd Monroe is leading,
The next Chapter Meeting is on Sunday, May 26, at the Blind Squirrel – 8:30 breakfast, 9:30 meeting; Ride after to the Stanton Dragstrip, Todd Bassett leading.
On Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, is the Bridgeton Wreath Drop. Meet at the bridge by 8:45 am. Rich Kroll will be leading a ride after that will leave from Sandy’s at 10 am.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on May 28. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
The deadline for the June newsletter is Friday, May 24. If you’ve got something to include, please send it in!
And remember, the Ice Cream Game is underway. Get your list on our website: http://www.fremonthog2232.com/ice-cream-game.html
May 3, 2019
The May issue of Sandy’s Review is now available HERE. Check your email for the current password. Simply click on “Download File” and a new window will open with the newsletter you’ve selected. Works well on phones as well. Hopefully, the print copy will be in your mailbox in about a week and a half. Thanks to everyone who contributed!
The Vietnam Memorial Wall will be on display at the Baldwin AMVETS post during the Blessing weekend. Riders are wanted to escort the Wall from Sandy’s to Baldwin on Thursday, May 16. The Wall will arrive at Sandy’s at 9:45 am and depart the shop at 10:20 am. There are usually around 200 riders in the escort, so arrive early if you want to get near the front. The group will arrive at Houseman’s Grocery Store in Baldwin around 11 am, then ride the last five miles to the AMVETS post at 11:30. This is an important, moving, and fun event, so make it if you can.
May 2, 2019
People are meeting at 9:30 am tomorrow at the Rothbury [Grant Township] Fire Department to leave for Brad Jager's funeral service. Dress code is your riding gear. I hope a bunch of Chapter members can help escort Brad on his final ride. If anyone is interested in meeting at Sandy's in the morning and riding up together, please post it on our Facebook page.
April 30, 2019
This Saturday, May 4, there will be a motorcycle show at the Spring Festival in Hart. The show runs 8 am to 3 pm, “any bike goes, several categories to win.” $10 to enter.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on May 7. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
The Mesick Mushroom Festival Ride on Saturday, May 11, led by Steve Whittington, will leave the shop at 8:30 am. For more info on the Festival visit www.mesick-mushroomfest.org.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on May 14. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
The Morningstar’s are hosting a Dinner Run to the Handsome Hobo in Muskegon on Wednesday, May 15 at 6:29:35 pm. Please RSVP with Debbie. The food will be great, and the tales will be tall.
Sandy’s Spring Open House is Saturday, May 18. Test Rides – Food – Fremont HOG Table – Bake Sale - Flag Retirement Ceremony from 11 am to 12 Noon (the shop will be closed during the ceremony). Please bring baked good and treats to the shop on Friday, or the morning of the event. Volunteers are also appreciated (contact Denise Whittington for details).
The Baldwin Blessing of the Bikes is Sunday, May 19. Rich Kroll will be leading a ride, leaving Sandy’s at 10 am.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on May 21. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
The first Welcome Ride of the season will be held on Saturday, May 25. New, prospective, and current members are welcome! Meet at the shop prior to closing (3 pm), kickstands up at 3:15 pm. Todd Monroe is leading,
The next Chapter Meeting is on Sunday, May 26, at the Blind Squirrel – 8:30 breakfast, 9:30 meeting; Ride after to the Stanton Dragstrip, Todd Bassett leading.
On Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, is the Bridgeton Wreath Drop. Meet at the bridge by 8:45 am. Rich Kroll will be leading a ride after that will leave from Sandy’s at 10 am.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on May 28. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
April 30, 2019
We have some terrible news to pass on, Brad Jager, a long-time Chapter member and all-around good guy, died in an auto accident on Sunday, April 28. The family would like everyone to know that they will receive friends and family at Harris Funeral Home in Shelby, Thursday, May 2, 5-7 pm. The Celebration of Life will be held Friday, May 3 at 11 am at Shelby Road Baptist Church. Luncheon immediately following. They will have a procession from the church to Oakgrove Cemetary in Montague where a private burial will be done. You can view Brad’s obit and service details at https://www.harrisfhome.com/notices/Bradley-Jager.
We have some terrible news to pass on, Brad Jager, a long-time Chapter member and all-around good guy, died in an auto accident on Sunday, April 28. The family would like everyone to know that they will receive friends and family at Harris Funeral Home in Shelby, Thursday, May 2, 5-7 pm. The Celebration of Life will be held Friday, May 3 at 11 am at Shelby Road Baptist Church. Luncheon immediately following. They will have a procession from the church to Oakgrove Cemetary in Montague where a private burial will be done. You can view Brad’s obit and service details at https://www.harrisfhome.com/notices/Bradley-Jager.
Bradley Jay Jager -- Rest in Peace, Brother
April 26, 2019
A couple of cancellations. Mike Whalen has canceled the Maple Syrup Ride on Saturday morning since it looks like it’s going to be 32 degrees in the morning and then rain will be moving in. Steve Bumstead has canceled the Holland Blessing ride since it looks like there may be a couple of inches of snow on the ground Sunday morning. It’s supposed to warm up later in the day, which would make for some nice riding, but if the meteorologists are correct, most of us won’t be riding to the meeting. A bummer, but to be expected in Michigan in April. Speaking of, the meeting is still on so come by the Blind Squirrel and have breakfast with your friends! See you Sunday…
April 23, 2019
The Maple Syrup Ride, Mike Whalen leading, will be held this Saturday, April 27. It will leave Sandy’s at 9 am and will be stopping at the Sunoco station (Borland Gas and Grocery) at the corner of 5 Mile and Northland Drive, across from Morley-Stanwood High School, at 10 am for those who want to meet us there. This four-day festival is family oriented with many enjoyable activities for all ages, including a pancake breakfast, 10K and 5K Walk/Run, arts and crafts, flea market, three museums, tractor pulls, demolition derby, two parades, quilt show, petting zoo, worship service, plus amusement and pony rides all add up to a most memorable weekend. Join us for hometown hospitality at its best in the "Sweetest Little Town Anywhere Around." Any questions, contact Mike Whalen.
The Chapter Meeting is this Sunday, April 28, at the Blind Squirrel – 8:30 breakfast, 9:30 meeting; Ride after to the Holland Blessing, Steve Bumstead leading.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on April 30. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
Rule #6 Applies! There is an update to the rules for the Ice Cream Game! You must ride your bike all the way to an ice cream destination! No trailering of the bike allowed! Seems like there’s always someone who likes to bend the rules… You can view the rules and list and download the PDF on the Chapter website under the “Chapter” tab (http://www.fremonthog2232.com/ice-cream-game.html). The game commences on May 1st, so polish up those spoons and get ready to ride!
Finally, the deadline for the May newsletter is this Friday, April 26. If you’ve got something to include, please send it in!
April 16, 2019
The Norton’s are hosting a Dinner Run at the Gypsy Nickel Lounge, 228 Baldwin Street in Big Rapids this Friday, April 19th. Time – Drinks at 6:14 with dinner orders starting at 6:29! Please RSVP to the Norton's. Mr. and Mrs. Hofman highly recommend this place. You can check out the restaurant and see their menu at https://www.gypsynickel.com/.
The Norton’s have also put together the 2019 Fremont HOG Chapter CHILLING ICE CREAM FUN RUN! Like the restaurant game, there is a list of ice cream shops to visit for a chance to win some prizes and accolades. You can view the list and download the PDF on the Chapter website under the “Chapter” tab (http://www.fremonthog2232.com/ice-cream-game.html). The game commences on May 1st, so polish up those spoons and get ready to ride!
The Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Sandy’s is this Saturday, April 20, 12 Noon. Bring your kids and grandkids and don’t be late – the eggs go fast!
There will be a Tuesday Ride on April 23. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
The Maple Syrup Ride, Mike Whalen leading, will be held on Saturday, April 27. It will leave Sandy’s at 9 am and will be stopping at the Sunoco station (Borland Gas and Grocery) at the corner of 5 Mile and Northland Drive, across from Morley-Stanwood High School, at 10 am for those who want to meet us there. This four-day festival is family oriented with many enjoyable activities for all ages, including a pancake breakfast, 10K and 5K Walk/Run, arts and crafts, flea market, three museums, tractor pulls, demolition derby, two parades, quilt show, petting zoo, worship service, plus amusement and pony rides all add up to a most memorable weekend. Join us for hometown hospitality at its best in the "Sweetest Little Town Anywhere Around." Any questions, contact Mike Whalen.
The next Chapter Meeting is Sunday, April 28, at the Blind Squirrel – 8:30 breakfast, 9:30 meeting; Ride after to the Holland Blessing, Steve Bumstead leading.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on April 30. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
Finally, Gabe is going to try out a new deadline for the newsletter. The deadline for submissions (excluding the minutes and items that come up at the meetings) will be the Friday BEFORE the Chapter meeting. This will include all monthly articles. This way, I will know how much room is left in the newsletter prior to the meeting. Thanks for giving this a try… The deadline for the May issue is Friday, April 26.