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.
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​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!

Chapter Updates, Rides & Events

February 11, 2020

Just a heads up, the next Chapter Meeting is on Sunday, February 23 at the Blind Squirrel.  They open for our breakfast at 8:30 am, the meeting starts at 9:30 am.

T-Shirt Tuesdays are back at Sandy’s for February.  Buy one T-shirt and get a second T-shirt half-off on Feb. 11 (today!), 18, and 25.

Valentine’s is just around the corner, and there are a few days left for Sandy’s annual “Life’s a Box of Chocolates” sale (discount is what is under the chocolate you choose), held through the 14th!

Tuesday Rides have changed to Tuesday Breakfast Runs.  Meet at Sandy’s at 9:00 and then head out for breakfast with friends.  If the restaurant has been picked beforehand, one of the guys will post it on Facebook.  Everyone is welcome!

We will be having volunteers at Sandy's on Saturdays to greet customers, hand out Chapter brochures, and let them know about Fremont HOG. Thank you to James & Debbie M. for starting us off on February 8, and to Rich K. for finishing up the month on February 29. We have lots of dates open if anyone wants to hang out and talk motorcycles on Saturdays.  Get in touch with Kathy O. or the shop to sign up.

And remember, the 2020 Fremont HOG Ride Schedule has been posted!  You can find printable spreadsheet and calendar views, as well as a regular list, at http://www.fremonthog2232.com/calendar.html.

Finally, remember to renew your Chapter membership.  You can get the application at Sandy’s, the Chapter meeting, download it at http://www.fremonthog2232.com/membership-application.html, or the November 2019 or upcoming March 2020 issues of the newsletter.  Fill it out and bring it to the shop or a meeting.  Dues are still $15 for individuals and $20 for couples.  Remember, your HOG national membership must be up to date!  Those that don’t renew will be dropped from our mailing lists on April 1st!


February 9, 2020

Mute and Deb M. are hosting a Dinner Run to The Depot in Grant at 6 pm on Friday, February 21st.  Please email call (check your email for contact info) to RSVP by Feb. 7th (it’s late, but give it a try).  You can check out the Depot at http://www.thedepotgrant.com/menu.html.

The Tuesday "ride" this week is at Oh Brothers in Montague, about 1/2 mile north of the Montague Wesco at 9:30. Info, contact Gary Clevenger.  Check them out at https://ohbrothersrestaurant.com/.


​January 31, 2020

The 2020 Fremont HOG Ride Schedule has been posted!  You can find printable spreadsheet and calendar views, as well as a regular list, at http://www.fremonthog2232.com/calendar.html.  Ride and event leaders, please look it over and let me know if there are any mistakes or changes.  Thanks to everyone for putting this together.  It looks like a busy summer!

One more Dinner Run to add to the schedule… Mute and Deb M. are hosting a Dinner Run to The Depot in Grant at 6 pm on Friday, February 21st.  Please RSVP by Feb. 7th (check your email for their contact info.  You can check out the Depot at http://www.thedepotgrant.com/menu.html.

And remember, the Niedermayer’s are hosting a Dinner Run to The Forager in Howard City next Wednesday, February 5th at 6:00 pm.  Please RSVP with Gayle or Keith (check your email for their contact info.  The Forager is located at 101 E. Edgerton St. in Howard City and you can view their menu at http://the-forager.com/menu/.


January 28, 2020

T-Shirt Tuesdays are back at Sandy’s for February.  Buy one T-shirt and get a second T-shirt half-off on Feb.  4, 11, 18, and 25.

For the off-season, Tuesday Rides have changed to Tuesday Breakfast Runs.  Meet at Sandy’s at 9:00 am and then head out for breakfast with friends.  If the restaurant has been picked beforehand, one of the guys will post it on Facebook.  Everyone is welcome!

Valentine’s is just around the corner, so Sandy’s is having their annual “Life’s a Box of Chocolates” sale (discount is what is under the chocolate you choose) from February 1st through 14th!

The Niedermayer’s are hosting a Dinner Run to The Forager in Howard City on Wednesday, February 5th at 6:00 pm.  Please call or email Gayle or Keith to RSVP  The Forager is located at 101 E. Edgerton St. in Howard City and you can view their menu at http://the-forager.com/menu/.

It’s time to renew your Chapter membership.  You can get the application at Sandy’s, the Chapter meeting, download it at http://www.fremonthog2232.com/membership-application.html, or the November issue of the newsletter.  Fill it out and bring it to the shop or a meeting.  Dues are still $15 for individuals and $20 for couples.  Remember, your HOG national membership must be up to date!

Finally, the Chapter Officers had a production planning meeting and the 2020 schedule should be posted later this week.


January 14, 2020

It’s Sweatshirt Saturdays at Sandy’s!  All sweatshirts are 15% off on Saturday, January 18 and Saturday, January 25.

The Fremont HOG Planning Meeting for Activity Officers, Ride Captains, and those holding elected positions will be held on Saturday, January 25 at Sandy’s at 6 pm.  Bring a dish to pass (please call or email Karen to let her know what you’re bringing so there’s no repetition).  BYOB or drinks.  This meeting is for all the Chapter officers to plan the 2020 riding season.  Activity Officers and Ride Captains, please have ideas for rides and events—especially new ideas—for the coming year, and tentative ideas for dates.

For the rest of the Chapter, please contact Kathy with any suggestions for rides or activities prior to the 25th.  You can email her or contact her through Facebook.  Let’s make this a great 2020!

The first Chapter Meeting of the year will be held on Sunday, January 26 at the Blind Squirrel.  Breakfast starts at 8:30 am, the meeting starts at 9:30.  Shovel out and come over for breakfast with friends!

The new Fremont LOH Cookbook is available for sale at Sandy’s.  It includes cooking tips and tricks, recipes from Chapter members, and Ma Corley’s favorite recipes.  Spiral-bound, $15 a copy.

Finally, it’s time to renew your Chapter membership.  You can get the application at Sandy’s, the Chapter meeting, download it at http://www.fremonthog2232.com/membership-application.html, or the November issue of the newsletter.  Fill it out and bring it to the shop or a meeting.  Dues are still $15 for individuals and $20 for couples.  Remember, your HOG national membership must be up to date!


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December 31, 2019

Happy New Year, everyone!

The Fremont HOG Planning Meeting for Activity Officers, Ride Captains, and those holding elected positions will be held on Saturday, January 25 at Sandy’s at 6 pm.  Bring a dish to pass (please call or email Karen to let her know what you’re bringing so there’s no repetition).  BYOB or drinks.  This meeting is for all the Chapter officers to plan the 2020 riding season.  Activity Officers and Ride Captains, please have ideas for rides and events—especially new ideas—for the coming year, and tentative ideas for dates.

For the rest of the Chapter, please contact Kathy with any suggestions for rides or activities prior to the 25th.  You can email her or contact her through Facebook.  Let’s make this a great 2020!

The first Chapter Meeting of the year will be held on Sunday, January 26 at the Blind Squirrel.  Breakfast starts at 8:30 am, the meeting starts at 9:30.  Shovel out and come over for breakfast with friends!

The new Fremont LOH Cookbook is available for sale at Sandy’s.  It includes cooking tips and tricks, recipes from Chapter members, and Ma Corley’s favorite recipes.  Spiral-bound, $15 a copy.

Finally, it’s time to renew your Chapter membership.  You can get the application at Sandy’s, the Chapter meeting, download it at http://www.fremonthog2232.com/membership-application.html, or the November issue of the newsletter.  Fill it out and bring it to the shop or a meeting.  Dues are still $15 for individuals and $20 for couples.  Remember, your HOG national membership must be up to date!


December 17, 2019

Sandy’s will be offering 15% off toys, puzzles and games on December 16-21.

Santa will be visiting Sandy’s this Saturday, December 21st from 11 am to 2 pm.  Bring the kiddos!  There will also gift wrapping with all proceeds going to charity.

Put it in your calendar now, the Fremont HOG Planning Meeting for Activity Officers, Ride Captains, and Chapter Officers will be held on Saturday, January 25 at Sandy’s at 6 pm.  Bring a dish to pass (please call or email Karen to let her know what you’re bringing so there’s no repetition).  BYOB or drinks.  This meeting is for all the Chapter officers to plan the 2020 riding season.  Activity Officers and Ride Captains, please have ideas for rides and events—especially new ideas—for the coming year, and tentative ideas for dates.  Let’s make it a great 2020!

The new Fremont LOH Cookbook is available for sale at Sandy’s.  It includes cooking tips and tricks, recipes from Chapter members, and Ma Corley’s favorite recipes.  Spiral-bound, $15 a copy.

Sandy’s will be offering 10% off jewelry and drinkware on December 23-24.

Sandy’s will be offering 50% off (!) Christmas ornaments on December 23-31.

And finally, it’s about time to renew your Chapter membership.  You can renew anytime, but if you do it before the end of the year, it must be post-dated January 1st.  You can get the application at Sandy’s, the Chapter meeting, download it at http://www.fremonthog2232.com/membership-application.html, or the November issue of the newsletter (the print copy will be in your mailbox in a week or so).  Fill it out and bring it to the shop or a meeting.  Dues are still $15 for individuals and $20 for couples.  Remember, your HOG national membership must be up to date!



December 10. 2019

The Fremont HOG-Only Shopping Night at Sandy’s is this Saturday, December 14, 3:30-6 pm.  Sandy’s will be providing BBQ, chips, and cookies. They’re also offering 15% off storewide (normal exclusions apply) and 50% off anything that is on the clearance rack.  No other discounts apply except for the chips you’ve earned, so remember to bring you chips!!  This event is for Chapter members only.

Also, the 2019 Fremont HOG scrapbook is at the shop.  If there’s one thing I’ve learned, I’m no scrapbooker, but it is filled with newsletters, photos, patches, flyers, etc.  The yearbooks are on the shelf under the TV in the waiting room (by Todd’s office).

See you Saturday…


December 3, 2019

The New Year’s Eve Party will be in Hart at Dunes Express Inn.  You don’t have to spend the night to attend.  There will be games and a potluck dinner (meat and potatoes will be provided).  It is $20 a couple or $15 a person. If you want a room, they are $95.  If you plan on attending, you need to let Karen Chamberlain, Gary Clevenger, or Rich and Cindy Kroll know by Dec. 5th.  The Dunes Express is located at 2248 Comfort Drive, Hart, MI 49420.  Their number is 231 873-3456 and 10 rooms are reserved under Fremont HOG.  Two queen beds per room $94.99, pet friendly.

Sandy’s has received the Vet Stars list of gifts for the Veterans’ Home. They range from $20 and up.  Sandy’s also has a necessities list – everything from snacks and body wash to movies, clothes, puzzles, and gift cards.  If you want to purchase items, you can either stop in or call the shop to find out what’s available, or you donate cash.  Let’s help some vets have a happy and comfortable holiday season.  They deserve it!

Sandy’s will be offering 10% off wallets, purses and boots on December 2-7.  There are great gift ideas!

Santa will be visiting Sandy’s on Saturday, December 7th and 21st from 11 am to 2 pm.  Bring the kiddos!  There will also gift wrapping with all proceeds going to charity.

Sandy’s will be offering 15% off hats, headwraps, ballcaps and beanies on December 9-14.

The Fremont HOG-Only Shopping Night at Sandy’s is on Saturday, December 14, 3:30-6 pm.  Sandy’s will be providing BBQ, chips, and cookies. They’re also offering 15% off storewide (normal exclusions apply) and 50% off anything that is on the clearance rack.  No other discounts apply except for the chips you’ve earned.  The chips can only be used on the HOG shopping night, so don’t forget them!

Sandy’s will be offering 15% off toys, puzzles and games on December 16-21.

Sandy’s will be offering 10% off jewelry and drinkware on December 23-24.

Sandy’s will be offering 50% off (!) Christmas ornaments on December 23-31.

And finally, it’s about time to renew your Chapter membership.  You can renew anytime, but if you do it before the end of the year, it must be post-dated January 1st.  You can get the application at Sandy’s, the Chapter meeting, download it at http://www.fremonthog2232.com/membership-application.html, or the November issue of the newsletter (the print copy will be in your mailbox in a week or so).  Fill it out and bring it to the shop or a meeting.  Dues are still $15 for individuals and $20 for couples.  Remember, your HOG national membership must be up to date!


​November 26, 2019

The minutes from last Sunday’s Chapter meeting have been posted in the members-only section of the website.  Our 2020 Officers were elected, and the list is in the minutes.  Thank you to everyone who volunteered!

Sandy’s Customer Appreciation Days are this Friday-Saturday, November 29-30.  There will be a HOG Chili Cook-Off (11 am-2 pm), LOH Bake Sale, coat, toy and food drive, shop sales, and more.  Spend your Black Friday dollars among friends and Small Business Saturday supporting one of the few family-owned Harley dealerships left!  To enter the cook-off, have your chili there on Friday, Saturday or both days by 10:30 in a crock pot and hot!!  Remember to bring in your goodies for the bake sale as well. The brand new HOG Cookbook with Ma’s recipes will be for sale at this event!  Also, check out the new TV and HOG video in the new bike barn that was set up by James Morningstar and Gary Clevenger.  Great work, guys!

Sandy’s has received the Vet Stars list of gifts for the Veterans’ Home. They range from $20 and up.  Sandy’s also has a necessities list – everything from snacks and body wash to movies, clothes, puzzles, and gift cards.  If you want to purchase items, you can either stop in or call the shop to find out what’s available, or you donate cash.  Let’s help some vets have a happy and comfortable holiday season.  They deserve it!

Sandy’s will be offering 10% off wallets, purses and boots on December 2-7.  There are great gift ideas!

The New Year’s Eve Party will be in Hart at Dunes Express Inn.  You don’t have to spend the night to attend.  There will be games and a potluck dinner (meat and potatoes will be provided).  It is $20 a couple or $15 a person. If you want a room, they are $95.  If you plan on attending, you need to let Karen Chamberlain, Gary Clevenger, or Rich and Cindy Kroll know by Dec. 5th.

Santa will be visiting Sandy’s on Saturday, December 7th and 21st from 11 am to 2 pm.  Bring the kiddos!  There will also gift wrapping with all proceeds going to charity.

Sandy’s will be offering 15% off hats, headwraps, ballcaps and beanies on December 9-14.

The Fremont HOG-Only Shopping Night at Sandy’s is on Saturday, December 14, 3:30-6 pm.  Sandy’s will be providing BBQ, chips, and cookies. They’re also offering 15% off storewide (normal exclusions apply) and 50% off anything that is on the clearance rack.  No other discounts apply except for the chips you’ve earned.  The chips can only be used on the HOG shopping night, so don’t forget them!

Sandy’s will be offering 15% off toys, puzzles and games on December 16-21.

Sandy’s will be offering 10% off jewelry and drinkware on December 23-24.

Sandy’s will be offering 50% off (!) Christmas ornaments on December 23-31.

And finally, it’s about time to renew your Chapter membership.  You can renew anytime, but if you do it before the end of the year, it must be post-dated January 1st.  You can get the application at Sandy’s, the Chapter meeting, download it at http://www.fremonthog2232.com/membership-application.html, or the November issue of the newsletter (the print copy will be in your mailbox in a week or so).  Fill it out and bring it to the shop or a meeting.  Dues are still $15 for individuals and $20 for couples.  Remember, your HOG national membership must be up to date!


November 18, 2019

Just a couple quick notes...

Sandy’s has received the Vet Stars list of gifts for the Veterans’ Home. They range from $20 and up.  Also, check your email for a PDF of their necessities list – everything from snacks and body wash to movies, clothes, puzzles, and gift cards.  If you want to purchase items, you can either stop in or call the shop to find out what’s available.  Let’s help some vets have a happy and comfortable holiday season.  They deserve it!

Our last Chapter Meeting of the year is this Sunday, November 24 at the Blind Squirrel.  Officer elections will be held, so please attend.  Breakfast starts at 8:30 am, the meeting starts at 9:30.


November 12, 2019

The Morningstar’s are hosting a Dinner Run to Crockery Creek Saloon in Nunica tomorrow, Wednesday, November 13 (changed from the 14th), at 6:04 Fremont time.  Please RSVP to James or Deb.  You can see more about the Saloon and their menu at https://www.facebook.com/CrockeryCreekSaloon/.

The Grand Rapids Motorcycle Swap Meet is this Sunday, Nov. 17, from 10 am – 4 pm.  They have a new location this year, at the Four Mile Show Place at 1025 4 Mile NW in GR.  This show has been pretty lame the past couple of years, but with a new location and a claimed bike show, who knows?  With an $8 admission, I’ll be skipping it, but if you’re really bored….  http://grandrapidsmotorcycleswap.com/.

Our last Chapter Meeting of the year is on Sunday, November 24 at the Blind Squirrel.  Officer elections will be held, so please attend.  Breakfast starts at 8:30 am, the meeting starts at 9:30.

Sandy’s Customer Appreciation Days are Friday-Saturday, November 29-30.  There will be a HOG Chili Cook-Off (11 am-2 pm), LOH Bake Sale, coat, toy and food drive, shop sales, and more.  Spend your Black Friday dollars among friends and Small Business Saturday supporting one of the few family-owned Harley dealerships left!

The Fremont HOG-Only Shopping Night at Sandy’s is on Saturday, December 14, 3:30-6 pm.  Sandy’s will be providing BBQ, chips, and cookies. They’re also offering 15% off storewide (normal exclusions apply) and 50% off anything that is on the clearance rack.  No other discounts apply except for the chips you’ve earned.  The chips can only be used on the HOG shopping night, so don’t forget them!  This event is for current Fremont HOG members ONLY!

And finally, it’s about time to renew your Chapter membership.  You can renew anytime, but if you do it before the end of the year, it must be post-dated January 1st.  You can get the application at Sandy’s, the Chapter meeting, download it at http://www.fremonthog2232.com/membership-application.html, or the November issue of the newsletter (the print copy will be in your mailbox in a week or so).  Fill it out and bring it to the shop or a meeting.  Dues are still $15 for individuals and $20 for couples.  Remember, your HOG national membership must be up to date!


November 5, 2019

There are photos from the November Chapter meeting posted on the website along with some great shots from the Trunk or Treat at Sandy’s courtesy of Rick VanOver.  Take a look at http://www.fremonthog2232.com/2019-photos.html.

The Morningstar’s are hosting a Dinner Run to Crockery Creek Saloon in Nunica on Wednesday, November 13 (changed from the 14th), at 6:04 Fremont time.  Please RSVP to James and Deb M..  You can see more about the Saloon and their menu at https://www.facebook.com/CrockeryCreekSaloon/.

Our last Chapter Meeting of the year is on Sunday, November 24 at the Blind Squirrel.  Officer elections will be held, so please attend.  Breakfast starts at 8:30 am, the meeting starts at 9:30.

Sandy’s Customer Appreciation Days are Friday-Saturday, November 29-30.  There will be a HOG Chili Cook-Off (11 am-2 pm), LOH Bake Sale, coat, toy and food drive, shop sales, and more.

Put it in your schedule now – the Fremont HOG-Only Shopping Night at Sandy’s is on Saturday, December 14, 3:30-6 pm.  Sandy’s will be providing BBQ, chips, and cookies. They’re also offering 15% off storewide (normal exclusions apply) and 50% off anything that is on the clearance rack.  No other discounts apply except for the chips you’ve earned.  The chips can only be used on the HOG shopping night, so don’t forget them!

And finally, it’s about time to renew your Chapter membership.  You can renew anytime, but if you do it before the end of the year, it must be post-dated January 1st.  You can get the application at Sandy’s, the Chapter meeting, download it at http://www.fremonthog2232.com/membership-application.html, or the November issue of the newsletter (the print copy will be in your mailbox in a week or so).  Fill it out and bring it to the shop or a meeting.  Dues are still $15 for individuals and $20 for couples.  Remember, your HOG national membership must be up to date!


November 1, 2019

The November issue of Sandy’s Review is now available.  The newsletter is posted on the Chapter website at http://www.fremonthog2232.com/members-only.html.  Check your inbox for the current password.  Hopefully, the print copy will be in your mailbox in about a week and a half. Thanks to everyone who contributed!

​Also posted in the Members-Only section are the minutes from the October meeting, so make sure to check them out.