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Director's Message

Introduction
Purpose
Membership
Structure

Officers

Road Captains

Chapter Events

Calendar  

• Saturday 9/30: Mesquite Pit BBQ , Granbury, Meet at 8:30 am, Lunch

• Thursday 10/5: Friends of Oklahoma Rally, , Claremore, OK, Meet at 7:30 am, Rally
Saturday 10/7: New Member Orientation, TXHD , 8:30 am
Saturday 10/7: October chapter meeting, TXHD showroom, 9:30 am
• Sunday 10/8: Brandi's Country Kitchen, Bridgeport, Meet at 7:30 am, Brunch
• Saturday 10/14: Bonnie and Clyde Days -- Lunch at Clark's Outpost BBQ, Tioga, TX, Pilot Point, Meet at 7:30 am, Lunch
• Saturday 10/21: Tail of the Dragon/ Blue Ridge Parkway -- Day 1, Jackson, MS, Overnighter
• Sunday 10/22: Tail of the Dragon/ Blue Ridge Parkway -- Day 2, TBA, NC, Overnighter

Text "dfwhog" to 59925 to receive text messages about Chapter rides and events.

All activities and events are for active D/FW Texas USA Chapter members and their guests ONLY, unless otherwise stated.

SUNDAY RIDES
MEET at QT

The QT is one block North and one block East of Texas Harley-Davidson® (NW Corner of Central Drive and L. Don Dodson Drive).

Unless otherwise stated on the calendar. This provides a chance for a drink and restroom break before the ride.

 
Chapter Information

Chapter Organization

Introduction

D/FW Texas USA Chapter is a licensed chartered chapter of Harley Owners Group® and is sponsored by Texas Harley-Davidson®.

Read the H.O.G. Chapter Charter

D/FW Texas USA Chapter
1 Texas Harley Way
Bedford, Texas 76021
817-267-2646
Chapter #5264

Purpose

To engage in and promote responsible motorcycling activities for Harley Owners Group® members by conducting chapter activities and encouraging participation in other Harley Owners Group® events and other charitable activities. Chapter activities and operations shall be conducted in a manner consistent with a family oriented non-political philosophy.

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Membership

Chapter membership is open to any person that provides proof of his or her current Harley Owners Group® membership. An expired Harley Owners Group® membership automatically terminates the member's D/FW Texas USA Chapter membership and any associated memberships. This means that you must show your current national Harley Owners Group® membership card to join or renew.

To join or renew, see the Harley Owners Group® representative at Texas Harley-Davidson or the chapter's Membership Officer. Thanks to our sponsor, Texas Harley-Davidson, annual dues are FREE. For more information on joining or renewing, see How to Join or Renew your membership.

Contact the Chapter Secretary for membership information, change of address, etc.

Notice: The Officers of the D/FW Texas USA Chapter hereby advise that any and all rides, runs, events and activities sponsored by this Chapter are solely intended for the benefit and participation of our current members and guests (limit one guest per member). Members are responsible for insuring that their guest has a properly executed release form on file with the Chapter. Nothing in this web site should be construed to mean that non-current, former members and/or members of the general public are invited to participate in these activities and/or ride motorcycles with this Chapter unless it is specifically so stated. No Chapter member may operate a motorcycle at a Chapter event or activity unless that member is legally licensed to do so and the motorcycle is properly licensed, inspected and insured. Members participate in any and all published activities and meetings at their own risk. The D/FW Texas USA Chapter, its Officers and Sponsor assume no liability or responsibility for any persons, Chapter member or otherwise, at any ride or function.

Structure

The chapter is a perpetual, Not For Profit State of Texas Corporation. The name of the corporation is Bedford Chapter, Incorporated. The effective date of incorporation is February 27, 1997. The accounting period is the calendar year using the cash accounting method. The chapter is not tax exempt at either the state or federal level.

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Officers

Director:
Ben Ferguson

The Director upholds the Chapter Charter and the chapter by-laws, conducts chapter meetings and coordinates chapter officer responsibilities.


Ben Ferguson

Assistant Director:
Scott Cromeens

The Assistant Director assists the Director and Texas Harley-Davidson with upholding the H.O.G. Chapter Charter in all chapter business and activities. The Assistant Director also promotes the Harley Owners Group and the D/FW Texas USA Chapter to potential members.


Scott Cromeens

Secretary:
Dee Ferguson

The Secretary is responsible for the administrative needs of the chapter including:

  • Keeping the minutes of the general chapter meetings andbthe annual business meeting.
  • Ensuring that all chapter members are current H.O.G. members.
  • Keeping on file a Release Form of each member signed on an annual basis.
  • Keeping on file a signed copy of the Annual Chapter Membership Enrollment Form.
  • Submitting to H.O.G. the H.O.G. Chapter Charter Application and all other reports required by H.O.G.
  • Ensuring that all insurance requirements are met (including participant signatures to required release forms).
  • Ensuring proper completion and filing of injury reports.   


Dee Ferguson

Treasurer:
Stan Fleming

The Treasurer is responsible for the chapter's finances including:

  • Collection and disbursement of chapter funds.
  • Reporting the financial transactions to the membership on a monthly basis.
  • Submitting an annual financial report to H.O.G.
  • Compliance with all revenue recording and reporting requirements.


Stan Fleming

Membership Officer:
Trina Bucher

The Membership Officer is responsible for the administration of the chapter's member enrollment and renewal.

  • Ensures that all chapter members have a current national HOG membership.
  • Enrolls new members into the chapter.
  • Renews memberships.
  • Works with the chapter secretary to maintain accurate membership records.
  • Ensures that each member has a signed "Chapter Membership Enrollment Form and Release" on file with the Chapter.
  • Completes the quarterly membership change report and submits to national H.O.G.


Trina Bucher

Activities Officer:
Monica Davidson
Tanya Martinez (Wilson)

The Activities Officer is responsible for the scheduling, coordination and administration of the chapter's events including:

  • Working with TEXAS HD management on facilities usage.
  • Management of Chapter event budgets.
  • Coordination of events with Road Captians, LOH and volunteers.
  • Event membership notifications.


Monica Davidson


Tanya Martinez (Wilson)

Editor:
Robin Schultz

The Editor is responsible for assembling and organizing written, oral and electronic material for Chapter publications, e.g., newsletters, press releases and that all chapter publications are approved by the sponsoring dealer prior to publication.


Robin Schultz

Historian:
Carla Woolley

The Historian is responsible for the preparation and maintenance of a written account of the chapter's history, including officer positions, chapter activities and membership levels.


Carla Woolley

Photographer:
Eric Erwin

The Photographer is responsible for obtaining and organizing chapter photographs for use in the chapter's publications and history albums.


Eric Erwin

Safety Officer:
Charles Simmons

The Safety Officer is responsible for providing chapter members with general safety information and information relating to the availability of rider training.


Charles Simmons

Webmaster:
Jerry Presley

The Webmaster is responsible for maintaining the chapter's web site.


Jerry Presley

Pride Patch Officer:
Gary Petasky

The Pride Patch Officer is responsible for maintaining all Pride Patch records and awards.e Pride Patch Officer is responsible for maintaining all Pride Patch records and awards.


Gary Petasky

Charity Coordinator:
Cindy Crisler

The Charity Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the chapter's Charity efforts.


Cindy Crisler

Road Captains

The Road Captains are responsible for conducting the chapter's rides including planning the routes, providing pre-ride information and leading the chapter rides.


John Woolley
Head Road Captain
Jeffrey Ashley

Steve Barrett
Jon Cox

John Crisler
Scott Cromeens

Ben Ferguson
Chad Johnston

Danny Johnston
Joe Lovett

Jeff Reitan
Ron Schorr

Dave Wilson
Maurice Woehrle