February 3-5, 2012 - Minneapolis Convention Center Minneapolis, MN (Visit The MOA Booth)

Regular Monthly Meeting

1^st Tuesday of  Each Month - Visitors & Guest Welcome

February 7, 2012

Link and Map to Bloodworth:  http://www.bloodmotor.com

Time:               6:00 to 6:30     time to meet and greet

                        6:30 to 7:15     dinner – Chili Cookoff

                        7:15 to 8:00     meeting

This is the annual chili cookoff with members and guest bringing their favorite Chili recipe.  Soft drinks and water provided by Bloodworth.

Bloodworth is easily located in west Nashville on the east side of White Bridge Road north of West End Ave. and south of I-40.  See link above and their map for detailed directions.

A great opportunity to check out the new and used bikes, scooters and riding equipment

February 10-12, 2012 - Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Chicago, IL (Visit The MOA Booth)

Location to be determined

February 24-26, 2012 - Charlotte Convention Center Charlotte, NC (Visit The MOA Booth)

Caney Fork River Valley Grille

6:00 to 6:30 meet and greet

6:30 to 7:15 dinner

7:15 to 8:00 meeting

We are located at the corner of McGavock Pike and Music Valley Drive, at the intersection of the entrance to Opryland Hotel, and across the street from the Radisson Hotel.

Look for the big moose out front!

Caney Fork River Valley Grille

2400 Music Valley Dr. Nashville TN 37214

615-724-1200

FRIED OR GRILLED CATFISH

Mississippi’s finest farm-raised catfish filet served with coleslaw,

white beans and hushpuppies.

GRILLED CHICKEN

An eight-ounce chicken breast, grilled to perfection, and served with baked beans and mashed potatoes.

CHOP STEAK

Hickory grilled and topped with onions, mushrooms, and brown gravy; served with baked beans and mashed potatoes.

$16.95 per person, Includes drink, tax and gratuity

All entrees are served with your choice of soda, freshly brewed tea, or coffee.

http://www.officialbikeweek.com/

March 14-17, 2012 - Ocean Center Daytona Beach, FL

Location to be determined

Alabama
March 30 - April 1, 2012
1st BMW Club Veteran Riders International Campout
BMW Club Veteran Riders International #329

1st BMW Club Veteran Riders International Campout

MW Club Veteran Riders International Campout
club:         BMW Club Veteran Riders International (#329)
dates:         03/30/2012 - 04/01/2012
description:    Come explore the historic military sites on the Gulf Coast and camp with BMW Club Veteran Riders International at the Historic Civil War Blakeley State Park located at 34745 State Highway 225, Spanish Fort, AL 36577 (http://www.blakeleypark.org).  The fees for camping are $15.00 per night payable to the Blakely State park.  Reservations are requested with the campground at (251)-626-5581. There will be a Friday and Saturday night dinner provide for those who are not explore the Gulf coast.  For more information contact Michael Johnston at mljohnston1200@gmail.com or at the http://www.veteranbmwriders.org website.
location:     Spanish Fort,  36577

http://maps.google.com/maps?oi=map&q=36577&z=8
public contact:     mljohnston1200@gmail.com

Nashvilleriders.com is bringing back Lee Parks' Total Control Advanced Riding Clinic to Tennessee. The tow one-day classes will be held on March 31st and April 1st.in Old Hickory, TN, just 10-15 minutes from Nashville. This will be a Total Control Level 1 class for people who have not yet taken the Total Control course or who want to take it again (I took the Level 1 twice myself). For details about the class you can visit the Total Control web site at www.totalcontroltraining.net. There you will find much of what you need to know from what the class covers to what you need to wear and bring to class.

Classes are kept small to make sure each person gets plenty of time with the instructors so classes are limited to 12 riders each. As such don't wait too long to sign up as these spots do go fast. Cost is $295.00 and if you're a registered Nashvilleriders.com member (which is free!) you save $25.00 making the fee only $270.00!

You can sign up now by going to the Total Control Sign-Up link at the bottom of the page. The registration form also has more details about payment arrangements and other details.

http://www.totalcontroltraining.net/index.html

Time: 6:30, place To Be Announced

Mississippi
April 13 - 15, 2012
20th Dogwood Trail Rally
BMW Riders of Mississippi #15

April 13-15
20th Dogwood Trail Rally

BMW Riders of Mississippi #15

Join us at Turkey Creek Water Park. Friday night potluck supper. Saturday and Sunday breakfasts. Music and Southern hospitality. Directions: I-20 to exit 109, go north eight miles on Hwy 15 to Decatur, MS; follow the brown signs five miles to Turkey Creek Water Park. $30 fee includes camping and breakfasts. Learn more at bmwridersofmississippi.org. Rally Master David Coles, dccoles@bellsouth.net or cell 228-324-9060.

The BMW MOA has four special Weekend Getaway events planned for this year.

-         Gettysburg, Pennsylvania  April 13 - 15
-         Oxford, Alabama  April 20 - 22
-         Cedar City, Utah  September 28 - 30
-         Tomah, Wisconsin  October 5 - 7

All Weekend Getaways include a Friday night reception, Saturday night group dinner/banquet, guided and self-guided rides and maps, and various other goodies. In this issue we'll detail the two April Weekend Getaways, taking place in Alabama and Pennsylvania.

Registration for ALL Weekend Getaways begins February 15, 2012.

Sponsored by Touratech and the MOA.

Location to be determined

The BMW MOA has four special Weekend Getaway events planned for this year.

-         Gettysburg, Pennsylvania  April 13 - 15
-         Oxford, Alabama  April 20 - 22
-         Cedar City, Utah  September 28 - 30
-         Tomah, Wisconsin  October 5 - 7

All Weekend Getaways include a Friday night reception, Saturday night group dinner/banquet, guided and self-guided rides and maps, and various other goodies. In this issue we'll detail the two April Weekend Getaways, taking place in Alabama and Pennsylvania.

Registration for ALL Weekend Getaways begins February 15, 2012.

Sponsored by Touratech and the MOA.

Location to be announced

Location to be determined

European Rider’s Rally

Riders from all over the country gather to enjoy some of the best riding in the Southeast through the foothills of Kentucky and Tennessee.  There is free camping on the banks of the beautiful Cumberland River which runs through the middle of quaint downtown Burkesville, KY. There are well maintained toilet and showering facilities (bring your own towel and soap) and a covered pavilion with a fire pit. Hotel reservations are available at both the Riverfront Hotel and Alpine Lodge (270-864-3300) for those who prefer hotels. Register early as the rooms tend to fill up.

Rally riders will be treated to a complimentary lunch provided Saturday by Bloodworth Motorcycles, a free steak dinner with all the trimmings on Saturday night and a complimentary Sunday morning breakfast.  Riders will also enjoy Friday Night at the Movies, a top notch live Nashville band, seminars on riding skills, lessons on bike maintenance, door prizes, a 50/50 drawing and free coffee and lemonade all weekend.

Both guided tours and self guided rides will be offered to the old English style town of Rugby, the Maker’s Mark distillery and various scenic locations in the area. It is a rider’s paradise.

The rally is hosted by the BMW Motorcycle Club of Nashville. Riders may register online at www.bmwmcon.org or email rally@bmwmcon.org. The first 200 to preregister will get a long sleeved rally shirt and rally pin. Those who register at the door will get a shirt and pin as available.

Cost: $40 to preregister-- $45 at the door-- $25 for day passes.

GPS: N36 47.226, W85 22.139

24th Annual "Great Chicken Rally in Rocket City"

BMW Motorcycle Owners of Alabama #5

Join us at Ditto Landing, Huntsville, AL. on Hobbs Island Rd., ¼ mi. north of Tennessee River off US Hwy 231. Three nights camping, Smoked BBQ pork and sides Thurs. evening, pancakes Fri & Sat. morning, Continental breakfast Sun. morning, Smoked chicken and sides for Friday Dinner, Sat. lunch and Dinner. Free coffee, tea, water, and lemonade throughout the rally and free popcorn and peanuts at night to enjoy with the live music, as long as the volunteers hold out. Rally pin, rally gift, and a chicken key chain to the first 600 arrivals. Over 100 Door prizes, standard rally awards, vendors, seminars, 3 nights live entertainment, all for $45 rally fee. Vintage bike show with awards to be given. Make arrangements with the current rally chair at rally@bmwmoal.org. Please no pets. Early arrivals before Thursday must pay the campground their regular fee.

Children 6 to 12, $20, under 6 free. Day passes ONLY on Sat., $25. Raffling new BMW 2012 G650 Sat. evening. Tickets $5 and are available NOW - Contact cfo@bmwmoal.org. Self guided tour maps to Barber's Motor Sports track and Museum, Jack Daniel's Distillery, Unclaimed Baggage store, and self guided "Great roads" rides will be available at registration. No RV slots with hook-ups in main campground. Additional RV sites, if you are self contained, are in the side camp area at no extra cost. Vendors please reserve space ahead with Shelia Kalahan, jeepmand64@roadrunner.com , or check Club website http://www.BMWMOAL.org

Please make checks payable to BMW MOAL, and mail pre-registrations to: Connie Reaves - CFO, 1270 1st Ave W., Alabaster, AL. 35007.

Registration forms can be found on club website at http://www.bmwmoal.org

Location to be announced

Colorado
June 14 - 17, 2012
BMW RA National Rally
June 14 - 17  //  Copper Mountain, CO

Celebrate 40 years of the RA by going back to the state where the first "RA Grand National" was held. This anniversary rally will be an unforgettable "all about you" event. Do you want to ride, relax, hang-out with friends. This is the place to do that. Copper gives you the freedom to define your own vacation experience. Easy access to several 14,000 ft. peaks, hundreds of miles of Colorado Scenic Byways, an 18-hole championship golf course and long stretches of celebrated fishing waters make Copper a premier summer destination. Learn more at http://www.bmwra.org, or in the club magazine OTL. Contact: tinarashell333@yahoo.com with any questions. We hope to see you at this unforgettable "all about you" vacation rally. 

Location to be determined

A very special BMW MOA 40th Anniversary Tour

June 24 - July 8, 2012

Includes 2 days at Garmisch BMW Days

The European Alps are the most magical place in the world to ride motorcycles. This tour focuses on that magic.  Beginning and ending in Munich, the first day on the road is a pleasant, relaxing ride through the Bavarian countryside. The scenery takes an exciting turn as the Alps come into view, dominating the horizon. Your introduction to mountain riding is via the relatively wide, easy Fernpass or the narrow, wild Hahntenjoch. These high mountain roads that climb up and over the peaks offer you unparalleled views and
challenges.

During the next few days, as you explore Switzerland, you may opt to enjoy the Klausen, Pragel, Brunig, St. Gottard, Lukmanier, Grimsel or Susten passes. Continue east to the Engiadina valley, where enthusiastic pass riders may surmount the Gluela, Ofen, Splugen, San Bernardino, Bernina, Abula, Maloja, or Julier passes.

Then on to the beauty of Italy, where the striking scenery and exciting riding compete for attentions. The Dolomites are simply massive and pass roads allow up close access to them. Austrian towns steeped in history are next. To the very end of the tour, the riding remains first rate.

We will spend 2 nights in Garmisch-Partenkirchen to attend the largest BMW gathering in the world - BMW Motorrad Days. With stunt performances, test rides including off-road riding on a purpose-built motocross track, show races, and numerous displays and exhibitions from BMW Motorrad partners offering just about anything and everything a motorcyclist could want, the program of events at BMW Days is comprehensive.

In celebration of the 40th anniversary of Beach's Motorcycle Adventures and of the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America this adventure will feature a tour of BMW's plant in Munich!

More details at Beach's Motorcycle Adventures: http://www.bmca.com or call 716-773-4960.

Location to be announced

Location to be determined

July 19 - 22, 2012
Missouri State Fairgrounds
2503 W. 16th Street
Sedalia, MO 65301

www.visitmo.com

Location to be announced

Location to be determined

Location to be announced

Location to be determined

The BMW MOA has four special Weekend Getaway events planned for this year.

-         Gettysburg, Pennsylvania  April 13 - 15
-         Oxford, Alabama  April 20 - 22
-         Cedar City, Utah  September 28 - 30
-         Tomah, Wisconsin  October 5 - 7

All Weekend Getaways include a Friday night reception, Saturday night group dinner/banquet, guided and self-guided rides and maps, and various other goodies. In this issue we'll detail the two April Weekend Getaways, taking place in Alabama and Pennsylvania.

Registration for ALL Weekend Getaways begins February 15, 2012.

Sponsored by Touratech and the MOA.

Location to be announced

The BMW MOA has four special Weekend Getaway events planned for this year.

-         Gettysburg, Pennsylvania  April 13 - 15
-         Oxford, Alabama  April 20 - 22
-         Cedar City, Utah  September 28 - 30
-         Tomah, Wisconsin  October 5 - 7

All Weekend Getaways include a Friday night reception, Saturday night group dinner/banquet, guided and self-guided rides and maps, and various other goodies. In this issue we'll detail the two April Weekend Getaways, taking place in Alabama and Pennsylvania.

Registration for ALL Weekend Getaways begins February 15, 2012.

Sponsored by Touratech and the MOA.

Missouri
October 12 - 14, 2012
37th Falling Leaf Rally
Gateway Riders BMW Club #22

October 12-14
37th Falling Leaf Rally

Gateway Riders BMW Club #22

The Falling Leaf is the premier fall rally in the Midwest. Potosi, Missouri, 60 mi S of St. Louis. Camping, firewood, guided gravel rd ride, observation run, 50/25/25 pot, field events, pin to first 600, door prizes, endless coffee and hot chocolate, rally shirts made to order, anvil blast Sat at awards ceremony. Fri night hot dog roast included. Pancake breakfast, lunch sandwiches, and BBQ dinner at reasonable prices from Lion's Club Sat on grounds. Several restaurants in town. Electricity available for special needs campers. Heated meeting hall open 24 hrs. Check website for motels. Vendors invited, no registration fee for vendors. Adults $22, children 6-12 $2, children 5/under free; day pass for Sat $10. No advance registration-everyone pays at the door on arrival. Take Hwy 21 S to Hwy 8, turn W through Potosi to Hwy 185, bear right on 185 to Lion's Club grounds. Or, take Hwy 55 to 67 to Hwy 8, then W to Potosi. Info: Larry Floyd, e-mail at bmwfallingleaf@att.net or 314-892-7012. Before you call, check website: http://www.gatewayriders.com

Barber Vintage Festival

Be sure and mark you calendars for the 2012 event: 

October 12, 13, & 14, 2012

The Barber Vintage Festival is a great way to celebrate the motorcycle and the motorcycle
enthusiasm that we all share. The festival offers access to motorcycles and the legends that
made the sport what it is today. Also available is the motorcycle parts swap meet that
can help you locate that part needed to get your latest project back on the road.
Several special programs take place in the museum during this event.

Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum
6030 Barber Motorsports Pkwy.
Birmingham, Alabama 35094
Phone (205) 699-7275
Fax (205) 702-8700

Location to be determined

http://www.officialbikeweek.com/

Come join members and friends of the
BMW Motorcycle Club of Nashville for our annual
RibFest on October 19 – 21, 2012 at the farm of
our Club member Lee Wagoner.

Location to be announced

Location to be determined

10th Annual Eldridge Children's Home Benefit Ride

December 1, 2012

86 Academy Drive Eldridge, Al 35554  (West of Jasper, AL)

Over 800 bikes of every make, 1700 people

Location to be announced

Location to be determined

Annual Polar Bear Ride from Franklin, TN

Location to be announced

9:00 am for breakfast

10:30 am kickstands up for about a 3 hour ride

Location to be determined