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!
Chapter Updates, Rides & Events
May 29, 2020
It’s raining, you’re sick of Zoom… check out the new Fremont HOG newsletter. You can find the digital copy in the member-only section of the website at http://www.fremonthog2232.com/members-only.html. Check your email for the current (same) password. Hopefully, the print copy will be in your mailbox in about a week and a half. Thanks to everyone who contributed!
May 21, 2020
From the NATIONAL HOG mother ship… Due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation, all official Harley-Davidson and national H.O.G. sponsored events through June 30 have been cancelled or postponed. If you are in doubt about the status of any upcoming local events, please consult your sponsoring dealer and your state’s Safer at Home or Shelter in Place guidelines, if any. As a reminder, full refunds will be issued in the event of cancellation of any H.O.G. events or rallies.
In the meantime, here’s a great ride you can do on May 24…
Ride 22 Miles for Rolling to Remember on May 24
With federal and state restrictions on public gatherings still in effect, the Rolling to Remember motorcycle demonstration will not take place in Washington, D.C. this year, but in its place AMVETS is encouraging supporters to instead ride 22 miles on Sunday, May 24, 2020 in their local communities in support of its mission to advocate for the 82,000 prisoners of war and those missing in action as well as the average of 22 lives lost per day to veteran suicide.
This is a great opportunity to rally your members to get out and ride in support of a worthy cause, whether in groups or solo, and it’s easy to participate:
Sign up to ride at https://rever.app.link/R2R2020 or download the REVER app via iTunes or App Store
Plan, track and share your ride
Ride 22 miles on May 24 in your local community, in accordance with state and local guidelines on social distancing
In addition to riding, those wishing to support Rolling to Remember can also DONATE $22 to support the cause
Harley-Davidson and AMVETS appreciate your support of this great cause during an unprecedented time in our nation’s history, and we look forward to coming together, even stronger than before, to continue this important tradition in-person in 2021.
And updates on Ride 365…
RIDE365 gives your members reasons to ride
With public gathering restrictions still making it challenging for many H.O.G. Chapters to plan and organize local group rides and other activities, H.O.G.’s RIDE365 program challenges are a great way to encourage your members to get out and ride and feel part of something bigger.
The rewards for participating in RIDE365 go far beyond the miles amassed or the achievement of prizes. Riding is fuel for the soul, something we all need more of in these challenging times.
As a reminder, here are a few highlights of the RIDE365 program. Find all the details at h-d.com/ride365.
- Mileage Recognition: Keep track of your annual, lifetime, and Chapter mileage totals, because every mile counts!
- Dealership Check-In: Earn points towards rewards by visiting authorized Harley-Davidson dealerships around the world.
- 10 Rides for ’20: Explore America’s highways, byways and backgrounds with a new selection of great rides every year. See how many you can check off your list in 2020.
- 50 Rides, One Nation: From sea to shining sea, these 50 epic rides, one per state, are worthy of any rider's lifetime bucket list.
- H-D Visa Rewards: Eligible H-D Visa cardholders can earn up to 50,000 points and $500 in cash rewards just for riding their motorcycle. Visit h-dvisa.com for full details.
May 18, 2020
A note from our Director, Kathy:
"I am sad to say that we will be canceling all events and rides for the remainder of May. For those of you getting out and riding, we love seeing your pictures and posts. Hope to see you all soon."
Please keep on eye on the Chapter Facebook page for updates. Visit and follow here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/723954327688498/.
May 4, 2020
The bad news is that all HOG events, rides, and greeters are canceled until May 16. The rides and events for the rest of the month will be determined at that time.
The good news is that Sandy’s is open! They are encouraging curbside pickup as they can only allow a few people in the showroom at a time. You can call Sandy’s at 231-924-3020 to place an order and pay over the phone. When you arrive at the shop, give them a call and they will bring your order out to your vehicle.
And here’s a Message from our Midwest HOG Regional Manager Paul Blotske:
“What a crazy ride it’s been recently! Who would ever have thought Daytona Bike Week would shut down a day early? Our country has been going through some crazy times since then, but in spite of it, there is a lot to be excited about and look forward to. For example, thinking about that rush of emotion you get when you put on your trusty old jacket, the smell of the inside of your helmet and high-octane fuel, the sound of the bike starting and the feel it rumbling underneath you. We long for the madness of the machinery that makes us feel so peaceful and free when we’re rolling down the road. Whether it be highways or byways, all roads leave us feeling changed or refreshed, and I am so thankful to have the opportunity as a rider to know that feeling. I love sharing that feeling with other people, along with all the plans I have for when we all get back to our new normal. I’m also excited about getting back out on the road spending time with all of you at rallies and Check-Ins and celebrating the freedom of this great nation and the passion we have for motorcycling. Until then, I hope you, like I, have taken the time to share stories of hope, faith and love with the people around you however you can until we get to the other side of this. See you on the road!”
April 3, 2020
As I’m sure most of you have already guessed, all Chapter activities for April have been canceled. Here’s a note from our Director, Kathy:
I am sorry to say that the month of April is CLOSED. No HOG rides. No HOG activities.
I did not sign up for this.
The world has gone crazy. Stores and businesses are closed. School is done for the year. And we are being asked to stay home.
The world has gone crazy. Just as the weather is warming and the sun is shining. Just as our thoughts turn to the rides and fun times we have planned. Many of the bikes are stuck in storage, we can’t see our friends and family, and Sandy’s is closed.
This is the time we would normally pull close together. Hugging our kids, checking on our parents and friends. But the world has gone crazy.
Please follow the directive of our leaders and be safe. Stay home if you can. Stay 6 feet apart. Wash your hands. Visit your kids and grandkids and parents and friends by computer or phone. Keep watch over those more vulnerable. Keep in touch with each other if you can. Watch over each other if you can. Let us know if you need us if you can.
Let’s do our best with the rest of the nation to get this thing under control. I think it’s going to be a long hard fight.
I hope the next time you hear from me it will be to say that riding season has begun. One day we will be back to normal, or at least a new normal. I don’t think any of us will really be the same after this.
None of us signed up for this.
Kathy
March 23, 2020
Due to the new “shelter in place” order that takes effect at midnight, Sandy’s Harley-Davidson is required to close and will remain closed until at least April 13. Please keep an eye on their Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/sandyshd/) or website (https://www.sandysharley-davidson.com/) for more info. All our best goes out to Karen and Rick Corley, their family and employees.
March 22, 2020
Kathy has put together some notes about things we would have discussed at the March meeting. These notes are also available in the members-only section of the Chapter website at http://www.fremonthog2232.com/members-only.html.
March 17, 2020
A couple more cancellations...
Sandy’s Garage Party, scheduled for this Saturday, March 21st, has been canceled. Sandy’s will remain open, just the party is canceled.
Also, the VanOvers’ Dinner Run to El Burrito Feliz in Fremont on Friday, March 27th, has been canceled.
March is kaput, but stay healthy, we can still have a great summer!
March 16, 2020
As of now, all Michigan restaurants and bars will be closed until at least March 30. So, the Tuesday Rides/Gatherings are canceled until further notice. Also, the March 22 Chapter meeting is canceled. As Gary C. noted, “our good health needs to be maintained for the riding season.” Kathy will be sending out some notes on the things we would have discussed at the meeting.
The Michigan closures include all restaurants, cafes, coffee houses, bars, taverns, brewpubs, distilleries and clubs, movie theaters, indoor and outdoor performance venues, gymnasiums, fitness centers, recreation centers, indoor sports facilities, indoor exercise facilities, exercise studios and spas, and casinos.
So, chill out at home and, as they say, “help flatten the curve.”
March 13, 2020
A couple of Corona-related cancellations…
From James Morningstar, “Due to the virus and the CDC telling old people to stay home (which most of you are ), The Morningstar’s dinner run that was scheduled for Saturday the 14th is canceled.“
Motorcycle ice racing at L.C. Walker Arena in Muskegon on Friday, March 20, has been canceled by the organizers due to the Coronavirus.
March 10, 2020
The March 17th Tuesday Breakfast Run will meet at the Red Rock Grille & Café in Kent City at 9:30 am. The Red Rock is located at 228 N Ball Creek Rd. Everyone is welcome! https://www.facebook.com/Red-Rock-Grille-cafe-291510730881994/
The Morningstars’ are hosting a Dinner Run to Whitlow’s Forerunner in Muskegon on Saturday, March 14 at 6:03 Fremont time. Please RSVP to Debbie or James. Whitlow’s is located at 4610 Airline Rd., Muskegon, 49444. You can check them out at https://www.facebook.com/Whitlows/.
The Olsens’ are hosting an evening of motorcycle ice racing at L.C. Walker Arena in Muskegon on Friday, March 20. We will be meeting at Pigeon Hill Brewery and leave as a group to the Walker ticket office at 6 pm (one block away). If you want some beer and snacks, arrive at Pigeon Hill early. If you want dinner, pizza from the Brewery’s neighbor, Topshelf Pizza is welcome at Pigeon Hill. The races are held by the Muskegon Motorcycle Club and should a blast to watch! Pigeon Hill is located at 500 W. Western Ave, Suite 1, Muskegon, 49440. You can check them out—and see Topshelf’s menu—at https://pigeonhillbrew.com/.
Sandy’s Harley-Davidson is hosting a Garage Party on Saturday, March 21st from 3 to 6 pm. This after-hours party will feature food and fun, information stations, and a HOG table. Save the date!
The VanOvers’ are hosting a Dinner Run to El Burrito Feliz in Fremont on Friday, March 27th, at 6:01:52 pm. Please RSVP to Andy by March 19. El Burrito Feliz is located at 1446 W. Main St., Fremont, 49412, and you can check out their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/pages/El-Burrito-Feliz/526488744542389.
A benefit for Gregory Frees—Verna Monroe’s brother—will be held on April 4th at the Ferry Community Center in Shelby. Gregory desperately needs a heart transplant, and all donations are welcome. The benefit will include a live auction, taco bar, bake sale, 50/50 raffle, and a gun raffle, including 20-gauge and 12-gauge Mossberg pump shotguns. Sandy’s is a drop-off point for auction items and cash donations, and they’re selling tickets for the gun raffle. For more info, see the flyer at http://www.fremonthog2232.com/. Let’s dig deep and help out!
We will be having volunteers at Sandy's on Saturdays to greet customers, hand out Chapter brochures, and let them know about Fremont HOG. We have lots of dates open if anyone wants to hang out and talk motorcycles on Saturdays. Get in touch with Kathy Olsen or the shop to sign up.
Lastly, 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!
March 3, 2020
The March 10th Tuesday Breakfast Run will meet at Russ’ in North Muskegon on M120 at 9:30 am. Everyone is welcome!
A benefit for Gregory Frees—Verna Monroe’s brother—will be held on April 4th at the Ferry Community Center in Shelby. Gregory desperately needs a heart transplant, and all donations are welcome. The benefit will include a live auction, taco bar, bake sale, 50/50 raffle, and a gun raffle, including 20-gauge and 12-gauge Mossberg pump shotguns. Sandy’s is a drop-off point for auction items and cash donations, and they’re selling tickets for the gun raffle. For more info, see the flyer at http://www.fremonthog2232.com/. Let’s dig deep and help out!
The Morningstars’ are hosting a Dinner Run to Whitlow’s Forerunner in Muskegon on Saturday, March 14 at 6:03 Fremont time. Please RSVP to Debbie or James. Whitlow’s is located at 4610 Airline Rd., Muskegon, 49444. You can check them out at https://www.facebook.com/Whitlows/.
The Olsens’ are hosting an evening of motorcycle ice racing at L.C. Walker Arena in Muskegon on Friday, March 20. We will be meeting at Pigeon Hill Brewery and leave as a group to the Walker ticket office at 6 pm (one block away). If you want some beer and snacks, arrive at Pigeon Hill early. If you want dinner, pizza from the Brewery’s neighbor, Topshelf Pizza is welcome at Pigeon Hill. The races are held by the Muskegon Motorcycle Club and should a blast to watch! Pigeon Hill is located at 500 W. Western Ave, Suite 1, Muskegon, 49440. You can check them out—and see Topshelf’s menu—at https://pigeonhillbrew.com/.
Sandy’s Harley-Davidson is hosting a Garage Party on Saturday, March 21st from 3 to 6 pm. This after-hours party will feature food and fun, information stations, and a HOG table. Save the date!
The VanOvers’ have changed the lunch on March 28th to a Dinner Run to El Burrito Feliz in Fremont on Friday, March 27th, at 6:01:52 pm. Please RSVP to Andy by March 19. El Burrito Feliz is located at 1446 W. Main St., Fremont, 49412, and you can check out their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/pages/El-Burrito-Feliz/526488744542389.
We will be having volunteers at Sandy's on Saturdays to greet customers, hand out Chapter brochures, and let them know about Fremont HOG. We have lots of dates open if anyone wants to hang out and talk motorcycles on Saturdays. Get in touch with Kathy Olsen or the shop to sign up.
Lastly, 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 26, 2020
There’s a LOT going on, so please read it all…
First off, the March issue of Sandy’s Review is now available. The newsletter is posted on the members-only section of the Chapter website at http://www.fremonthog2232.com/members-only.html. 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!
…and while your there, the Minutes for the February 23 Chapter Meeting have been posted in the members-only section of the website at http://www.fremonthog2232.com/members-only.html. Thanks to James for doing a great job on this!
A benefit for Gregory Frees—Verna Monroe’s brother—will be held on April 4th at the Ferry Community Center in Shelby. Gregory desperately needs a heart transplant, and all donations are welcome. The benefit will include a live auction, taco bar, bake sale, 50/50 raffle, and a gun raffle, including 20-gauge and 12-gauge Mossberg pump shotguns. Sandy’s is a drop-off point for auction items and cash donations, and they’re selling tickets for the gun raffle. For more info, see the flyer at http://www.fremonthog2232.com/. Let’s dig deep and help out!
The March 3rd Tuesday Breakfast Run will meet at the Moe-Z-Inn in Morley at 9:30 am. Everyone is welcome!
The Morningstar’s are hosting a Dinner Run to Whitlow’s Forerunner in Muskegon on Saturday, March 14 at 6:03 Fremont time. Please RSVP to Debbie or James. Whitlow’s is located at 4610 Airline Rd., Muskegon, 49444. You can check them out at https://www.facebook.com/Whitlows/.
The Olsen’s are hosting an evening of motorcycle ice racing at L.C. Walker Arena in Muskegon on Friday, March 20. We will be meeting at Pigeon Hill Brewery and leave as a group to the Walker ticket office at 6 pm (one block away). If you want some beer and snacks, arrive at Pigeon Hill early. If you want dinner, pizza from the Brewery’s neighbor, Topshelf Pizza is welcome at Pigeon Hill. The races are held by the Muskegon Motorcycle Club and should a blast to watch! Pigeon Hill is located at 500 W. Western Ave, Suite 1, Muskegon, 49440. You can check them out—and see Topshelf’s menu—at https://pigeonhillbrew.com/.
Sandy’s Harley-Davidson is hosting a Garage Party on Saturday, March 21st from 3 to 6 pm. This after-hours party will feature food and fun, information stations, and a HOG table. Save the date!
The VanOver’s have changed the lunch on March 28th to a Dinner Run to El Burrito Feliz in Fremont on Friday, March 27th, at 6:01:52 pm. Please RSVP to Andy by March 19. El Burrito Feliz is located at 1446 W. Main St., Fremont, 49412, and you can check out their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/pages/El-Burrito-Feliz/526488744542389.
Put it in your planner now… Sandy Collins is hosting a Ladies Shopping Trip to Frankenmuth on Saturday, September 26. Time and place to meet TBD. “Gents are welcome (need someone to carry our packages) and there's a brewery there also. You can sit while we shop or shop with us!”
We will be having volunteers at Sandy's on Saturdays to greet customers, hand out Chapter brochures, and let them know about Fremont HOG. We have lots of dates open if anyone wants to hang out and talk motorcycles on Saturdays. Get in touch with Kathy Olsen or the shop to sign up.
Lastly, 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 23, 2020
An update on Tuesday’s Breakfast Ride; if meeting at the shop they will leave Sandy’s at 8:30 am (not 9:10)…
The Tuesday Rider’s Breakfast for Feb. 25 will be at the Sparta Eagles in Sparta, 1862 Division at 9:30 am. If meeting at the shop, they will leave SANDY’S at 8:30 am.
The Morningstar’s are hosting a Dinner Run to Whitlow’s Forerunner in Muskegon on Saturday, March 14 at 6:03 Fremont time. Please RSVP to Debbie or James. Whitlow’s is located at 4610 Airline Rd., Muskegon, 49444. You can check them out at https://www.facebook.com/Whitlows/.
The Olsen’s are hosting an evening of motorcycle ice racing at L.C. Walker Arena in Muskegon on Friday, March 20. We will be meeting at Pigeon Hill Brewery and leave as a group to the Walker ticket office at 6 pm (one block away). If you want some beer and snacks, arrive at Pigeon Hill early. If you want dinner, pizza from the Brewery’s neighbor, Topshelf Pizza is welcome at Pigeon Hill. The races are held by the Muskegon Motorcycle Club and should a blast to watch! Pigeon Hill is located at 500 W. Western Ave, Suite 1, Muskegon, 49440. You can check them out—and see Topshelf’s menu—at https://pigeonhillbrew.com/.
We will be having volunteers at Sandy's on Saturdays to greet customers, hand out Chapter brochures, and let them know about Fremont HOG. We have lots of dates open if anyone wants to hang out and talk motorcycles on Saturdays. Get in touch with Kathy Olsen or the shop to sign up.
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 21, 2020
The Tuesday Rider’s Breakfast for Feb. 25 will be at the Sparta Eagles in Sparta, 1862 Division at 9:30 am. If meeting at the shop, they will leave SANDY’S at 8:30 am.
February 18, 2020
This just in… Tuesday Riders Breakfast today, Feb. 18, will be at the City Limits in Newaygo at 9:30... if meeting at shop, they will leave Sandy’s at 9:10 am.
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 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. 18 (today!) and 25.
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 Morningstar for starting us off on February 8, and to Rich Kroll 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 Olsen or the shop to sign up.
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!