LOUISIANA BIKER EVENTS

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ATTENTION BIKERS: Thunder Roads Magazine LA needs to hear from riders who've been written citations for "Non-DOT Helmets". Please answer the following questions and email to nappy69@bellsouth.net or fax to 985-594-4322.

8) Your name, phone number and residence (this info will not be shared with anyone, it will only be used for verification purposes only - Unfortunately, I cannot use anonymous emails and claim validity of the experience).

NOTE: Please understand, I am not looking for opinion on this issue, only those experiences actually dealing with enforcement of the helmet law. Please submit info based on the 8 requests.

LA Coalition of Independent Riders, C.O.I.R. is currently accepting applications for memberships. Clubs and Independents alike are encouraged to join this organization as this organization, partnered with the Coalition of Clubs, COC nationwide. There will be no discrimintation based on race, gender, brand or style of motorcycle. Membership requirements other than for a member to be available whenever possible in a Louisiana Defenders "Call to Action" and to defend the Constitution of the United States of America. Membership is $25/person (paid by money order) to Louisiana COIR, P.O. Box 3048, Fort Polk LA, 7459. Dues includes (besides membership), patch, decal and shipping. Please provide your name (& road/nick-name), address, city/state/zip, home & cell phone # and email address. FMI visit www.coc-ms.com/clubs (until the LA website is up and running).

"PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT" - Florida Vertical Tag Law. ABATE of Florida, Inc. has provided us with a law update that announces the Florida committees have amended the bill into law on June 19, 2009, signed by Gov. Crist removing the "horizontal portion". It is "NOW LEGAL TO RIDE IN FLORIDA WITH A VERTICAL TAG ONCE AGAIN". Thunder Roads has on file, a copy of the PSA from ABATE of FL, Inc.

FEED THE FOUR-LEGGED, Donations of dog and cat foods for "Animal Rights for Life", is deeply appreciated. Other donations of cat litter and litter boxes, dog toys, leashes or any other pet items are welcome, as well as monetary donations. All donations can be dropped off at 2 locations: Natural Pet Care, 3825 Hessmer Ave., Metairie LA (Tues-Sat) or Studio 21 Hair Salon, 3125 Cleary Ave., Metairie LA (Thurs-Sat). Please call Coni @ 504-432-0204 in you have any questions. ADOPT A PET, for more info contact Traci @ tbkestler@cox.net, visit www.arfl.petfinder.com or call 504-975-5971.

"4th Sunday Rides", rides hosted by Craig & Sandy Michelet. Meets at Harley-Davidson of Baton Rouge, ride leaves at 9am. Call Craig or Sandy @ 225-756-5626 for more info or to get on their email list for future updates and schedules. Email Craig@americancycleacc.com.

Radiant Life Ministries Biker Sundays, 3rd Sunday of each month. The ministry organizes rides to extend their fellowship and support honoring the churches and ministries in the Ark-La-Tex areas. For more info on the ride or to put your ministry on the calendar, email Pastor Jerry @ Jkradiantlife@aol.com.

LA Rider - Tune in at 8pm on Cox Channel 4 with replays on Friday @ 10pm and Sunday at 5pm. Join Sandy Michelet, Bob Courtney and the entire LA Rider gang each at every week as they explore the wonderful and exciting world of motorcycles. Visit www.larider.tv.

Pontchartrain Humane Society Pet Adoption Days, from 11am till 4pm at the Delta Pet Center, 1312 Corporate Square Blvd in Slidell, LA off Gause Blvd, the the Office Depot/Hobby Lobby Shopping Center. Normally, Pet Adoption Days are held the 3rd Saturday of every month. For more info about these pets or the adoption process call 985-699-9040 or email @ info@pontchartrainhumanesociety.org or view these pets @ www.pontchartrainhumanesociety.org.

Rally for Brock. Friends are working hard on putting a run together for Houma residents Brock and his mom Patty who have challenges with finances for head injuries sustained by Brock at a young age. He's developing issues that require serious medical equipment not covered by Medicaid. If you feel you can help in any way, please contact Gypsy @ 931-542-3608 or email togetherforeversmith@gmail.com.

Discout Camping during Daytona Bike Week, (2/26/10-3/7/10) hosted by ABATE of FL, $15/night, $90/all 10 days (RV rates different & FL sales tax applies). There will be beverage tent, food on site, 24/7 security. FMI call 386-943-9610 or visit www.abateflorida.com/bikeweek.php.

March 3, 2010 - Bike Season Kick-Off Party, The Kamp, 2317 Hickory Ave in downtown Harahan LA. Live music w/Danny Alexander & His Partners in Crime. FMI call 985-737-5267.

March 4-6, 2010 - Daytona Bike Week Beach Party-Custom Bike Show & Bikini Contest, American Resort, 1260 N. Atlantic Ave in Daytona Beach FL. Benefitting Greater Orlando's Children's Miracle Network. Bike show featuring custom builders from around the country. Bikini contest, live music, free party, vendors, bikini bike wash, raffle for Dragon Chopper (built by Artisitic Choppers). FMI call 386-492-3682 or vvisit www.artisticchoppers.com.

March 6, 2010 - Benefit for Louis Sanchez, at Harley-Davidson of Baton Rouge on Seigen Lane in Baton Rouge LA. Jambalaya, Bake Sale, DJ starts 11am. FMI call 225-292-9632 or email harleybatonrouge@psnnewsletter.com.

March 6, 2010 - Mo Fest From Mo's Pizza, proceeds donated to Westwego Fire Dept & Police Dept. Avenue H & West Band Expressway in Westwego LA from 11am to 9pm. Secured motorcycle parking available. FMI call 504-341-9650.

March 6, 2010 - Ride For Scholars, sponsored by the Flight Crew M/C, beginnin @ Capitol High Academy, 1000 N. 23rd St in Baton Rouge LA. Registration begins 11am, FBO @ 12pm. $10/person includes gift. Dunking booth, games, slow race, music. Awards for best represented male & female motorcycle organization and longest traveled. FMI call 225-252-6715.

March 6, 2010 - Natylee Murphy Benefit Ride, beginning 8am at American Legion, Hwy 112 in DeRidder LA. FBO 10am, $30/bike, gumbo, ride patch to 1st 200 riders, 50/50, auction. Proceeds to assist Murphy family w/medical expenses. FMI call 337-463-3275.

March 6-7, 2010 - South LA 1st Annual Swamp Stomp!!, pre '75 rods & customs, Bayou Centroplex, 18183 E. Main St. in Galliano, LA. Grass road dragstrip, doughnut pit, live bands, burlesque, dancers w/fire show, cajun cooking, vendors. FMI visit www.myspace.com/boneyardkreeperscarclub or call 985-693-5588 or 985-798-5113.

March 7, 2010 - Poker Run & Benefit for Steve Price, Sr. - diagnosed with Colon Cancer. Registration and event held at the Ward 7 in Chauvin LA from 11am-6pm. FBO 9:30am, LBO 10:30am, LBI 3pm. Auction (@ 4pm), door prizes, 50/50, food, live music (all musicians welcome!) FMI call Dawn @ 985-594-9634 or email dawnhebert@hotmail.com.

March 7, 2010 - Houma H.O.G. Chapter's Annual Poker Run, Registration begins 8am @ Mike Bruno's Bayou Country Harley-Davidson, 1740 Martin Luther King Blvd in Houma LA. FBO 9am, LBO 10:30am, FMI call Billy @ 985-790-2235 or Warren @ 985-876-7814.

March 13, 2010 - Big Al's Saloon & Blues "Grand Opening Celebration", 1440B Westbank Expy. in Harvey LA.. From noon - till. Live music all day, Jager Girls and Bayou Belles. Free admission, free food, give-aways and lots of fun! FMI call 504-376-2090, 504-258-6226 or visit www.bigalssaloon.net.

March 13, 2010 - 3rd Annual Cruising for St. Jude, hosted by Bayou Country Riders. Held at Pelican's on the Bayou in New Iberia LA. Live music, Top gun Motorcycle School exhibition by Wells Cornette, Dyno Machine and vendors. Registration begins 8am, FBO 11am, LBI 4pm, $20/rider, $10/passenger w/plate lunch. FMI visit www.bayoucountryriders.com or email swampwizard57@aol.com.

March 13, 2010 - Pig Roast for Fallen Riders Foundation, hosted by Brewzer's in Alexandria LA. Pig pikkin starts @ 2pm, sewing patches available, $5/donation/plate, DJ. FMI email help@fallenridersfoundation.net.

March 14, 2010 - 6th Annual Northshore Cruisin' for a Cure Poker Run, sponsored by SCRC Northshore Chapter #256. Regtration begins 8:30am at Premier Medical Center, 7015 Hwy 190 E. Service Rd in Covington LA. FBO 10am, Ride ends in Slidell w/food, raffles, auction, bike show, door prizes, 50/50. Proceeds to benefit St. Jude CH. FMI call 985-264-1443.

March 19-21, 2010 - Annual Bayou Thunder Bike Fest, Mike Bruno's NorthShore H-D, 791 West I-10 Service Rd in Slidell LA. Bike show, escorted ride, dyno shootout, bikini contest, live music all weekend, vendors and mechanical bull, bike blessing Sunday 10am. FMI call 985-641-7584 or visit www.northshoreharley.com.

March 20, 2010 - Sucker Punch Sally's & Chevyland Presents Rally & Music Fest, $20/person, live music, hot & rat rod show, tattoo artists, beer/liquor, food, drinks vendors, kids activities. Benefitting The Hilman House (Cystic Fibrosis). Louisiana State Fairgrounds in Shreveport LA. Register to win a SPS Chopper. FMI call 318-746-0301 or visit www.sukerpunchsallys.com.

March 20, 2010 - Spirit Riders of Alexandria #465 Blessing of the Bikes, from 10am to 1pm at the Red River Recreational Center #2 behind Buhlow Lake in Alexandria LA. All bikes welcome. Red Beans, Rice & Cornbread will be served and door prizes given away. No contact info provided. FMI call Jim @ 318-308-3616.

March 20, 2010 - Hooters Annual Motorcycle Show, Hooters in West Monroe, LA, to benefit MDA. Cash prizes in each bike category. More info forthcoming. FMI call Squirrel or Sherry @ 318-325-9578.

March 20, 2010 - Accident Scene Management Training, Basic Course, H-D Buell of Baton Rouge. FMI email Doug at dougcoles@yahoo.com and for registration visit www.accidentscene.org/schedule.htm#Louisiana.

March 20, 2010 - Poker Run for Farmerville High School, proceeds to help purchase stage curtains for school's auditorium. Registration begins 8am @ the school on 300 Anthony St in Farmerville LA. $25/rider, $15/passenger. FMI call Toni @ 318-376-0854 or email farmersfan@yahoo.com.

March 20, 2010 - Team AMR/WOLF TRACKS Poker Run for Nathan Steele, Wolf Tracks Citgo, 139 Hwy 61 in S. Natchez MS. Registration 8am, $20/person, FBO 9am, ends 3pm. FMI call Tim @ 601-442-4259.

March 20, 2010 - Daylight Riding Time Event, benefitting MAC, Haiti Mission, CASA, Oakshire Elementary, Houma Food Bank, The Haven & Beautiful Beginnings. Held at Cycle World of Houma, 5509 W. Park Ave in Houma LA. $1 jambalaya proceeds for charities, local motorcycle organizations on site, prizes, music, fun from 9am - 2pm. FMI visit www.cycleworldofhouma.com.

March 21, 2010 - Blessing of the Bikes, sponsored by New Covenant Church of God, 64585 Russel Town Rd in Roseland LA. Food, fun and fellowship. FMI visit www.blcog.com/newcovcog.

March 25-27, 2010 - LA State H.O.G. Rally, held at SE LA State University Center, University Avenue in Hammond LA. Vendor Mall, Dealer Wecome Party @ Hammond H-D, rides, guitar hero contest, bike games, bike show, live music. FMI visit www.lastatehogrally.com.

March 26-28, 2010 - 6th Annual Gypsy MC Run to da Bayou, I-10 to Lacassine, Exit 48 & follow the signs. $25/person @ gate, 12 & under free. Partical proceeds to got to the SWLA Retired Veterans Home. Poker run, beverages & meal ticket with registration, live music nightly, DJ, camping, vendors, auctions, raffles, services Sunday, RV & tent parking, no hook-ups. PR registration @ Molly's Lamplighter in Lake Charles from 10am-11am. $20/rider gets you in the gate. FMI call Spydrmnky @ 337-582-2110 or Rooster @ 337-753-2282.

March 25, 2010 - AHDRA Motorcycle Biker Party, Fas CoonAss Racing, held at Chere's II, 9699 Hwy 182 East in Amelia LA from 6pm till. Live music by Travis Matte. FMI call Chere @ 985-631-1000.

March 27-28, 2010 - AHDRA Screamin Eagle Championship Series, No Problem Raceway in Belle Rose LA. Pro & Sportsman, V-Rod, Rush Pro Fuel, V-Rod Destroyer, Rush Pro Gas, Super Sport, Performance, Top Fuel Classes and much more! $30/day/person, $50/weekend/person, kids 11 & under Free. FMI or tickets visit www.ahdra.com or call 985-369-3692, 336-924-2095.

March 27, 2010 - Benefit Run & Bike Blessing for Major Timothy Bergeron, Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Deputy killed on his motorcycle during escort. All proceeds to benefit Major Bergeron's family. Sponsored by Brothers In Blue MC, Dirty South Chapter. Registration begins 9am @ St. Joseph Church, 5232 Hwy 56, Chauvin LA, FBO @ 9:30am, LBO @ 10:30am, LBI @ 3pm at Mike Bruno's Bayou Country HD, 1740 Martin Luther King Blvd in Houma LA. $20/bike, $10/passenger, $20/car. All vehicles welcome! Auction @ 4pm, door prizes, 50/50, food, DJ. FMI call Sidney or Dallas @ 985-879-4964.

March 27, 2010 - Benefit for Bandido Dann, cancer survivor, held at Grey Ghosts MC Clubhouse, 4506 N. Lakeshore Dr. in Shreveport LA. Funds to assist in medical bills and housing expense. $10/person donation. Food, music and more. FMI email bandidorusty@yahoo.com or visit www.grahghostmc.com.

March 27, 2010 - Medical Fund Raiser for Donald Parker, cancer patient. Brewzerz, 1919 N. Mac Arthur Dr. in Alexandria LA. Good food, music, bike show and more. FMI call 318-201-4650 or 318-419-4432 or 318-449-1918.

March 27-28, 2010 - Great Southern Motorcycle Expo, Jackson MS. Music, bikes, babes, beer, CMA services, vendors, Glob of Death, stunt teams, dyno, Police motorcycle competition, secure parking, camper hook-ups. FMI cal 601-832-3020.

March 28, 2010 - ABWA Relay for Life Car/Bike Show, Thibodaux LA. Proceeds benefit American Cancer Society. Registration begins 10am, judging 2:30pm. Top 25 & 11 Best of classes, $20/pre-register, $25/day of event. Sponsored by American Business Women. FMI call 985-633-9812.

April 3, 2010 - Cadillac Motorcycle Swap Meet, 1320 N. Mitchell St in Jennings LA. 10am - 4pm. $7/adults, $2/child under 12. FMI call 800-800-6034 or visit www.cadillacswap.com.

April 3, 2010 - Jennings Lions Club Lottery Run, supporting the Crippled Children's Camp in Leesville LA. Registration begins 8:30am @ I-10 Park in Jennings LA. FBO @ 10am. $20/rider, $15/passenger. FMI call 337-616-8120.

April 3, 2010 - Shreveport Bandidos MC Party, Free food, live music, vendors and more from 3pm till close. Coyotes Bar & Grill, 1618 Market St. in Shreveport LA. FMI visit www.BMCShreveport.com.

April 8-10. 2010 - LA District Rally Mardi Gras Madness, at the Holiday Inn and Convention Center in Lafayette LA. Begins at noon on Thursday. Entry is $25/GWRRA member, $18/GWRRA Life Member and $30/non-member. Vendors, bingo, game show prizes, door prizes and much more. FMI visit www.gwrra-la.org.

April 10, 2010 - Swamp Riders Benefit Raffle & Party, raffle for '09 Eagle Aluminum Hull, all welded. Proceeds to benefit the Lafourche Parish D.A.R.E. Program. $2/chance. Drawing to be held April 10, 2010 at the Armadillo Club, 1988 Burma Rd in Thibodaux LA. Lots of other prizes given away, live music, Open Category Cook-Off, raffles and more. For tickets or info call Lester @ 985-438-2465 or Darnell @ 985-859-6241.

April 10, 2010 - Lindsay Foundation's Ride for the Bear 2010 Motorcycle Ride, Registration begins 8am at Park Terrace parking lot, 1028 N. Pine St in DeRidder LA. Kickstands up @ 9am to Livingston LA. Snacks, water, drinks, door prizes, meal, live auction. Ends at Joe Pedigo City Park in Livingston. FMI call 337-396-5922.

April 10, 2010 - Poker Run Benefit for the Warrior Transition Unit at Fort Polk, raffles for Flat Screen TV and Bose Home Stereo Surround Sound System, prize for best and worst hands, wet run and family dry run, free food, rock and roll, door prizes and more! Registration 10am, bikes out @ 11am, $20/hand at the Retired Am Legion Post 387 in New Llano, LA. FMI call Nite Train @ 337-208-4056.

April 10, 2010 - GWRRA, Region A Fun Day, Clear Creek Pavillion in Bovina MS from 9am - 1pm. $10/single, $20/2-up. Games, food, door prizes, bike show. Benefitting Vicksburg Children's Shelter. All bikers welcome! FMI call Becky @ 601-415-6831 or Pillip @ 601-218-1070.

April 10, 2010 - Hammond VFW Post 3652 Poker Run Benefit, Hammond H-D on Route 51 in Hammond LA. FBO @ 10am, LBO @ noon. Prizes include 2 weekend Motorcycle Rentals from Hammond H-D (must have endorsement) and tuition to the Beginner Rider Training Program also from Hammond H-D. Cash prizes for best & worst hand. FMI call Jim @ 603-479-4533, 985-467-0047 or email lowride@hotmail.com.

April 11, 2010 -- 1st Annual "Blessing of the Bikes" and Ride, begins @ First Church of the Nazarene, 1203 W. Northern Avenue, Crowley, LA;. Schedule: 8:30am-Free Continental Breakfast; 9:30am-Gathering, "Blessing of the Bikes" and Drawing; 10:30am-Ride to Ryan's Steak House, New Iberia. Drawing: Three (3) $100 Visa Gift Cards to be given away. You MUST attend the gathering to be eligible for any prizes. Leaving Crowley @ 10:30am to Ryan's Steak House in New Iberia. Lunch is at each rider's own expense. All bikes invited to. Free to participate! FMI visit www.crowleynazarene.bbonline.net, call 337-783-4715 or Email: crowleynazarene@gmail.com

April 11, 2010 - 1st Annual Pearl River Roller Derby Swamp Doll's Poker Run, Am. Legion in Picayne. Registration begins 8:30am, LBO @ 10:30am, ending at Tabby Cats in Pearl River w/LBI @ 3pm. $20/rider, $5/additional rider. FMI call 985-237-0086 or email prrd911@yahoo.com.

April 16, 2010 - 1st Annual Sit-n-Listen Singer-Songwriter Event, proceeds to benefit MAC LA-3 New Orleans Chapter. Limited 200 tickets @ $20/person/advance, $25/person/@ door. Tavern on Vets, 2244 Veterans Blvd in Kenner LA, 7pm-10pm. Featuring Nashville artists Wynn Varbie, Gordon Bladberry and Thom Shepherd. FMI call Jeff @ 504-348-7928 or Keith @ 504-469-2217.

April 16-17, 2010 - 7th Annual Brother's Keepers Burn Run, benefitting the Ark-La-Tex Burn Foundation. Lake Bistineau Park in Doyline LA. $25/person gets t-shirt and entry into the event. Live music, boiled crawfish, vendors, bike games, bike show, bikini bike wash and silent auction. No contact info provided.

April 16-19, 2010 - 15th ANNUAL FREEDOM RIGHTS RALLY, Monticello KOA Campground, Monticello, FL. You like to ride in Florida? Come on out and show the Legislators in FL that BIKERS HAVE RIGHTS TOO! This rally's high-point is an escorted ride RIGHT ONTO THE ROTUNDA AT THE FLORIDA STATE CAPITOL IN TALLAHASSEE! Be a part and bring the Bikers' fight to the Capitol! Free tent camping too! Info: 386-943-9610, stateoffice@abateflorida.com, or www.ABATEFlorida.com.

April 17, 2010 - New Orleans Motorcycle Swap Meet, Affordable Leather Co., LLC, 1000 West Dr in Westwego LA. Buy, sell your motorcycle(s), apparel, parts & accessories. Turn your spare parts in to cash or find good values on anything related to motorcycles. 10am-5pm. Vendor spots $5 & $20, free admission, food & drinks available. FMI call Jeff @ 504-874-1967.

April 17, 2010 - 1st Annual Lake Charles Military Support Project Poker Run, Registration begins 9am @ Granger's, 2636 Hwy 3059 in Lake Charles LA. $20/rider, $10/passenger and requesting items on a pre-determined list (list available at www.lcmsp.org). LBO @ 10am, LBI @ 4pm at Sulphur American Legion, 1403 W. Napoleon in Sulphur LA. Food, music, live auction, 50/50, dunking booth, $5 BBQ plates. FMI call Doc @ 337-802-5335 or Karen @ 337-437-7470.

April 17, 2010 - Benefit Poker Run for Jodie Delaune, to assist with her fight with breast cancer. Registration @ Big Al's Saloon at 10am, 1440-B Westbank Expwy in Harvey LA. FMI call 504-376-2099.

April 17, 2010 - Avoyelles Parish Firefighters Poker Run, at Mansura Fire Department, 1832 Leglise St. in Mansura LA, beginning at 10am. FMI call 318-359-9201 or 318-305-3297.

April 17, 2010 - Mississippi's Toughest Kids Foundation Benefit Ride, Am. Legion Post 112, I-55 Frontage Rd in Jackson MS. $25/hand/rider, $5/extra hand/rider, registration begins 10am, FBO @ 11am, LBI @ 3pm, 50/50, lunch, door prizes, t-shirts/pins. FMI call Kevin @ 601-665-2147 or Linda @ 601-656-1617.

April 17, 2010 - 12th Annual "Labor of Love" St. Jude Open Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show, sponsored by Baton Rouge Corvette Club & Plaquemine Main St. Program. Bayou Plaquemine Waterfront Park in Plaquemine LA. BBQ, Sweet Shop, food, drinks, raffle and live auction. 100% proceeds to benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. FMI call 225-749-3372 or 225-647-5492.

April 17, 2010 - Camellia City Rod Run, sponsored by Coastal Cruisers/Slidell. John Slidell Park on Robert Rd in Slidell LA. Registration 8am-12 $25. Music, food, 50/50. Top 50/sponsor/best of shows. Proceeds to benefit Children's Advocacy and the Crisis Help Centers. FMI call Brenda @ 985-839-9919 or Terri @ 985-863-9256.

April 18, 2010 - 11th Anniversary "Harley" for Horses Benefit Motorcycle Fun Ride. All proceeds benefit the Greater New Orleans Therapeutic Riding Center, a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to providing equine activities for disabled children and adults. Details to follow on the website at www.gnotrc.com or call A. Hartzell at 985-651-5239.

May 19-30, 2010 - 22nd Annual Run for the Wall XXII, begins in Rancho Cucamonga, CA, on 19 May 2010 and arrives in Washington, DC on 28 May. The run will be departing Cajun Harley Davidson in Scott, La., (I-10-Exit 97 & Hwy 93) at 11:00AM, Sunday, 23 May, 2010, for Monroe, La., where we will meet up with the "Run For The Wall" coming from the western United States. Other riders can be picked up at the Chevron Station at 3433 Monroe Hwy (Hwy 165) in Pineville, La at 1:00PM. We will be departing the Chevron Station at 1:30PM and should arrive at Monroe at approximately 3:30PM. Anyone wanting to ride the Acadian Run or start from Rancho Cucamonga, CA to Washington, DC can contact Ken "Casper" Jones at (337) 344-4496 or e-mail at casper1938@cox.net for information on groups leaving from Acadiana.

April 22-24, 2010 - 2nd Annual Trike Riders International, TX/LA Roundup, Emerald Hills Resort, 42618 Hwy 171 South in Florein LA. Door prizes, bingo, 50/25/25, rides and much more activities! FMI call 800-533-5031, email guidry_75@yahoo.com or visit www.pelicanstatetrikers.org/events.

April 23-24, 2010 - Rally of Texas Motorcycle Rally, sponsored by the Texas COCI, Yellow Belly Drag Strip, 4702 E. Main St in Grand Prairie TX. $20/person, live music, free camping, bike and hot rod/car show. Benefitting Hope Clinic, Share the Road & US Defenders. FMI call 817-987-8133.

April 23-25, 2010 - 7TH Annual Meet on the Creek Motorcycle Rally, Silver Creek Campground, 37567 Hwy 1055 in Mount Hermon LA. Adults 18+ only. Bands, games, vendors, wet t-shirt/bikini & men's lingerie contests, best of rally bike show, scehenic ride Sunday (dutch lunch). $25/person, camping available. FMI call 985-877-4256 or visit www.meetonthecreek.com.

April 23-25, 2010 - Annual Ride for Autism 2010, traveling to Natchez MS, arriving @ Doc Big Love's on Main St. Registration begins with an open house @ Cajun H-D on Thursday the 22nd w/free jambalaya. Ride returns to Fezzo's Restaurant in Scott LA FMI call Carol @ 985-373-5617 or visit www.projectindependence.org.

April 24, 2010 - River Cities BACA (BIKERS AGAINST CHILD ABUSE) Annual 100 Mile Run, Registration is at Bossier City Harley Davidson, starting at 9:00 AM. Registration is $10, Kick Stands Up at 11:00. Ride will end at Valhalla Motorcycle Camp Ground, Homer LA. Live Bands, Bike Show, Tattoo Contest, & Live Auction, 21 & over, ends at Valhalla MC. For more info contact Tiger @ astewart718@yahoo.com

April 24, 2010 - 3rd Annual Houma Elks Lodge #1193 Poker Run, registration begins 8am @ Elks property, 1228 Coteau Rd in Houma LA. FBO @ 9am, LBO @ 10am, LBI @ 2pm. $25/rider, $20/passenger. (pre-register by 4/9 for $20/rider, $15/passenger). Music, food, live auction, raffle, door prizes and 50/50. FMI call 985-868-1719 or email wmichel45@charter.net.

April 25, 2010 - 6th Annual May Motorcycle Awareness Month Kick-Off Rally, steps of the Louisiana State Capitol Building in Baton Rouge, LA, 12 noon to 1:00pm. Please make every effort to attend this rally to show support in the awareness of motorcyclists traveling across the state as well as the country. Clubs, Organizations and Rider Groups are encouraged to organize and attend the rally. This important and must attend event is all about your safety and the safety of your fellow riders. Open to all makes and models of motorcycles as well as all Groups, Clubs and Organizations. Please make every effort to attend!!!

April 30-May 2, 1010 - Rumble in the Hills Bike Fest, Pigeon Forge Convention Center, 3171 Parkeway in Pigeon Forge TN. Live music by Wrestling Superstar Christy Hemme and Blackfoot. Live music, vendors, food, bike rides and more. FMI call 865-365-1073 or visit www.rumbleinthehills.com.

May 1, 2010 - Annual Rolling for Hope Poker Run, benefitting St. Jude Children's Hospital and sponsored by Southern Cruisers Riding Club Chapter 14. Registration begins 8am @ HD of BR, 5853 Siegen Ln in Baton Rouge, FBO @ 9am, LBI @ 1pm at HD of Hammond. $20/rider, $10/passenger. Lunches, band, Hooter Girls, 50/50, live/silent auctions, door prizes, bike games, vendors. FMI call David @ 225-717-7185, Keith @ 225-978-0825 or visit www.scrcbr.com.

May 4-9, 2010 - 2nd Annual Bike Week New Orleans, Earnest Morial Convention Center, New Orleans LA. Broke Spoke Saloon, Easyriders V-Twin Bike Show, Bud Alley, Chrome Kitchen, live music (featuring Edgar Winter, Black Foot), vendors, bike show, poker runs and bike builders. FMI call 866-218-4565 or email; info@bikeweekneworleans.com or visit www.bikeweekneworleans.com.

May 6-10, 2010 - 25th Annual NCOM Convention, Orlando Airport Marriot, 7499 Augusta National Dr. in Orlando FL. Conferences on World Sport Bikes, Golden Hour, Christian Unity, Confedertion of Clubs, Women in Motorcyling, plus more! $75/person w/banquet or $40/w-o. FMI call 800-380-6751(reservations) or 800-531-2424.

May 13-16, 2010 - Rally in the Crater, Durango's Cavern in Mt. Enterprise, TX. Live music, bike games, bikini bike wash, wet t-shirt/tattoo/bikini contests, adult slip-n-slide, fun runs, 50/50. R/V sites, showers, restrooms, free tent camping, no one under 21, $30/person pre registered. FMI visit www.RallyInTheCrater.com.

May 15, 2010 - 6th Annual Ride for Your Rights Event, registration begins @ Daiquiri Depo Hwy 190 & Hwy 250 in Covington LA @ 10am, FBO 10:30am. $15/person f/poker hand includes entry into rally. $5/person entry only, kids under 12 free. Food, fun, rock n roll, vendors, bike games, door prizes, 50/50. Rally @ Talisheek Grocery, Hwy 435 in Talisheek LA. FMI call 985-516-4636 or visit www.abateoflouisiana.org.

May 15, 2010 - Military Appreciation Day, Renegade Harley-Davidson in Alexandria LA. Live entertainment, BBQ Cook-Off, military displays, sales and recruiters. FMI call 318-448-1509 or visit www.renegadeharleydavidson.com.

May 15, 2010 - Community Day in Honor of our Military, Police Officers & Fire Fighters, @ Renegade Harley Davidson in Alexandria LA. Melanie Foreman & Spellbound will play 11:30 until 3:30. BBQ Cook-off Challenge. If you have a team and want to enter you must do so by March 31st. Bring your pits, special recipes, food and cook sample portions. Winner will be determined by amount of tips & donations raised. Best display wins $750 cash. Food served 11:30 until 1:30 and Judging 2:30. FMI call Mickie 318-448-1509.

May 19-30, 2010 - 22nd Annual Run for the Wall, begins in Rancho Cucamonga, CA, on 19 May 2010 and arrives in Washington, DC on 28 May 2010. The "2010 Acadiana Run To The Run ", will be departing Cajun Harley Davidson in Scott, La., (I-10-Exit 97 & Hwy 93) at 11:00AM, Sunday, 23 May, 2010, for Monroe, La., where we will meet up with the "Run For The Wall" coming from the western United States. Other riders can be picked up at the Chevron Station at 3433 Monroe Hwy (Hwy 165) in Pineville, La at 1:00PM. We will be departing the Chevron Station at 1:30PM and should arrive at Monroe at approximately 3:30PM. Anyone wanting to ride the "2010 Acadiana Run To The Run" or "All The Way" from Rancho Cucamonga, CA to Washington, DC can contact Ken "Casper" Jones at (337) 344-4496 or e-mail at casper1938@cox.net for information on groups leaving from Acadiana.

May 23, 2010 - Acadiana Run to the Run, Cajun H-D in Scott LA. Ride departs @ 11am and travels to Monroe where they meet up with the Run for the Wall. FMI visit www.rftw.org, call Casper @ 337-344-4496 or email casper1938@cox.net.

May 28-31, 2009 - 5th Annual Memorial Day Biker Party, Rockin M Event Center, 611 Hurricane Creek Rd, Sandy Hook, MS. Must be 21 to Enter! Camping sites are booking fast. Live music, poker run, vendors, bike games, adult contests and lots more! $35/person/weekend, $20/person Sunday only. For more info visit www.memorialdaybikerparty.com or call Lee & Mary @ 601-736-3721, 601-441-1106 or Brad & Norma @ 601-736-2025.

May 28-31, 2010 - 28th Annual Gulfport Blowout, Gulfport Dragway in Gulfport MS. Drag racing, bike show, bike games, swap meet, flea market, bikini & wet t-shirt contest, burnout contest, Miss Blowout contest, vendors, food, beer and party. $40/person, $20/cars, trucks & tow trailers f/entire weekend (no hookups). Adults only. FMI call 228-392-1801 or visit www.gulfportmemorialdayblowout.com.

June 5, 2010 - Woody's Ride for Veterans, sponsored by Veterans of Vietnam MC LA & AL Post 14. Held @ American Legion Post #14 on Cross Lake in Shreveport LA. Registration begins 9am, bikes out @ 9:30am. Food, music, bike games, bike show, vendors and more. FMI call 318-773-6928 or 318-671-0567 or visit www.vovmcla.org.

June 5, 2010 - B.A.A.K. Poker Run Benefitting Battered & Abused Kids of SW LA. Registration $20 rider $10 additional rider begins 8:30am at Jimbo's/The Spot on Common St. Lake Charles, LA. DJ music, food, 50/50 raffle, live and silent auction and door prizes. FMI visit www.baakpokerrun.com or call Bob 337-249-7285 or email ccgarth@yahoo.com.

June 5, 2010 - The Ride Home, American Legion Lowe-McFarlan Post #14, 5315 S. Lakeshore Dr. in Shreveport LA. Sponsored by Veterans of Vietnam MC & American Legion Riders Group. $25/person, kids under 12 Free w/adult. Bike show, car show, bike games, food, drinks, poker run, silent auction, live music.

June 10-13, 2010 - Republic of Texas Biker Rally - ROT Rally, Travis County Expo Center, 7311 Decker Ln in Austin TX. Big TX Chop-Off, Xtreme Fight Championship, Midget Wrestling , ROT Parade, bike games, Wall of Death, ROT Congress Party and so much more! FMI call 512-252-9768 or visit www.rotrally.com.

June 11-13, 2010 - 30th Annual NE Louisiana Motorcyclists Poker Run, to benefit MDA.Cheniere Lake Area 8 Campground in West Monroe, LA. $20/person, Bike raffle ($20), food, live music, auction items, poker run. Primitive camping available. FMI call Squirrel or Sherry @ 318-325-9578.

June 19, 2010 - Naitionwide Run for Child Abuse, in memory of Katelynn Stinnet. Each state in the US rides on this date against Child Abuse. Donations benefit Bikers Against Child Abuse (B.A.C.A.), Alexandria Chapter and Acadian Chapter. Registration begins @ Molly's Lamplighter, 1906 Hwy 171 in Lake Charles LA. Volunteers and FMI call Peggy @ 337-853-8460 or 337-437-4003.

June 21, 2010 - Annual "RIDE TO WORK DAY", annual participation encouraging biker/motorcyclists to ride to work to exhibit riding is fun, reduces traffic & parking congestion, cosumes less fuel that autos and demonstrates motorcycling as a social good. This is a great day for clubs and organizations as well as supporting businesses to take advantage of this important annual day of recognition. FMI or ideas visit www.ridetowork.org.

June 25-26, 2010 - 2nd Annual Charity Weekend, Divas Cruisin Da Coast, Hyatt Place, 6080 Bluebonnet Blvd in Baton Rouge. Ride begins 5pm ending w/meet and greet. $5/ride fee. Saturday activities at Brown Heights Park, 15450 Plank Rd in Baker LA. $5/person, ride leaves 11am w/picnic & party after. Awards and fun. FMI call 504-628-7723.

July 24, 2010 - 6th Annual Brother's Keepers MC #3 Benefit Ride, registration begins 8:30am @ Lake Buhlow in Pineville LA, ride leaes @ 10:45am to the Oxbow Marina in Pineville LA. $25/rider, $15/passenger includes BBQ plate. Raffles, silent auctions, 50/50, vendors, band, bike games, people's choice bike show & more! Proceeds to benefit "Camp I'm Still Me" Burn Camp for Kids. FMI call 318-613-0490 or 318-447-6127.

July 31, 2010 - LA Melon Run, starts 303 E. Water St in Farmerville LA and sponsored by University Ink Tattoo. Proceeds go to Susan G. Komen Foundation. Ride begins 8am @ 303 East Water St in Farmerville LA. FMI visit www.louisianamelonrun.com or call 318-245-0653.

September 3-6, 2010 - 10th Annual Labor Day Biker Pary, Rockin M Event Center, 611 Hurricane Creek Rd, Sandy Hook, MS. Must be 21 to Enter! Camping sites are booking fast. Full party info is coming soon. Live music, vendors, bike games, adult contests and lots more! For more info visit www.labordaybikerparty.com or call Lee & Mary @ 601-736-3721, 601-441-1106 or Brad & Norma @ 601-736-2025.

September 16-18, 2010 - Mississippi State H.O.G. Rally, in the beautiful historic town of Natchez MS. Registration deadline 7/29/10. FMI visit www.msstatehogrally.com.

September 18, 2010 - 3rd Annual Ride for Hope, sponsored by Morehouse Cancer Fund. Bastrop Municipal Center, 1901 Moeller Dr in Bastrop LA. $25/rider, $10/passenger, activities and a great ride. Motorhome hook-ups at the Municpal Center (reservations call Karen @ 318-283-5175). FMI call 318-283-5175 or visit www.mcf-hope.org.

October 22-24, 2010 - 10th Halloween Bike Fest, No Problem Raceway Park in Belle Rose, LA. Bike games, bike show, bikini, wet t-shirt & tattoo contests, live music, vendors and some of the fastest harleys and imports from LA & TX. $55/person/weekend, gate prices for individual days range from $15-40. Camping available Free (bring own power) FMI call Stevie Ray @ 985-369-3692 or visit www.halloweenbikefest.com or www.noproblemraceway.com.

October 22-24, 2010 - 3rd Annual New Orleans BikeFest Motorcycle Rally & Music Festival, Bayou Segnette State Park, 7777 Westbank Expressway in Westwego LA. Live music, camping, poker run, bike games, bike show, stunt riders, vendors and more! For more info visit www.neworleansbikefest.com or call Kay Miller or Barry Lee w/Live Free Promotions @ 504-274-0226 or 504-274-0217.

October 23-24, 2010 - Art on Wheels, Lake Charles Civic Center in Lake Charles LA. Bike show, art show, hot rod/rat rod show, tattoo contest, vendors, food, poker run, live music, kid's art on wheels show. Proceeds to benefit local children's charity Christmas program. FMI call Dago @ 337-480-4180.

October 24, 2010 - Louisiana Ride for Kids, SLEMCO in Lafayette LA. Registration begins 8am, ends @ 9:45am, escorted ride departs @ 10am. Scenic ride through LA Countryside including a Celebration of Life Program featuring interviews, award presentation and light lunch. FMI call 800-253-6530 or visit www.pbtfus.org.

October 29-31, 2009 - 3rd Annual Halloween Kids & Hog Fest, Rockin M Event Center, 611 Hurricane Creek Rd in Sandy Hook MS. "THIS IS A KID-FRIENDLY EVENT". All activities are geared for the kids. $25/person/13 & up, 12 and under FREE, camping $25/night. Kid's rides, trike bike games, hayrides, kid's costume contest, camper trick or treating, vendors, live bands nightly, kid's bike contest, halloween golf cart parade. Campers are encouraged to decorate your camper/campsite and participate in the trick or treating! This weekend is "ALL ABOUT THE KIDS". FMI call 601-736-3721 or visit www.halloweenhogfest.com.

November 6, 2010 - Veterans for Veterans 2010 Biker Event, Century Tel Center, 2000 Century Tel Dr in Bossier City LA. Starts 9am and ends 5pm. Freedom Ride Biker Parade, bike show, buke games, music, food, silent auction, proclamation, 50/50, vendor. FMI call 318-423-6858.

December 4, 2010 - 3rd Annual Chariots of Light Toy Run, begins @ Wal-Mart parking lot in Minden LA. Registration begins 10:30am, bikes out @ 11:30pm. Entry is an unwrapped toy f/boy or girl, any age. Toys donated to The Little Lamps Organization, an Interfaith Prison Ministry outreach. Santa escort to end with music and free food. FMI call Ken @ 318-560-1563 or 318-382-0022.

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