On the Summer Solstice Barb and Dennis Shelly hosted a well attended meeting of the Club at their home in Fishers. The main entry at lunch was great barbeque complemented by many pitch-in sides and deserts.
President Ledgerwood opened the meeting at 3:10 PM.
Guests, additional Shelly’s, were introduced and upcoming events were announced.
These included:
• Due to the MOA national rally there will be no monthly meeting in July.
• The Club will be sponsoring a tent for use by members at the National in Billings, MT.
• Attendees to the MOA National, should complete the on-line registration on our clubs web-site to help us watch out for one another during the voyage and stay at the rally. (this does not replace the need to register with the BMW-MOA to attend the rally)
• The next triathlon we are supporting will be on June 27 at Morse Park. If you can volunteer to help, contact Rich Nathan via the club site or direct e-mail.
(Bill Currier, Richard Peterson, and Bob Conley worked the Sprint Triathlon at Eagle Creek yesterday.)
• Andy Clark is in rehab in Illinois. Keep him in you thoughts and prayers during recovery.
• Mike Williams announced that he spoke to Dallas Peak recently. He will be returning to work on July 1. Great news Dallas.

There being no New Business, President Ledgerwood, thanked the Shelly’s for hosting the meeting and adjourned. Guests were invited to linger.

Bob Conley, Secretary

Cindy Fort and Webb Bernhardt hosted a well attended meeting at their home near Martinsville. The pitch in contributions were great complementing Germany’s wurst and kraut prepared by the hosts.
After the introduction of new members and guests, President Ledgerwood made several announcements of upcoming events. These include the upcoming meeting scheduled for June 21 at the home of Dennis and Barb Shelly. Members were reminded of the “Third Thursday Ride” from Shapiro’s which will be on June 20 this month. This is a good time for groups of members to gather for a Saturday afternoon tour.
The Iowa Rally, was mentioned which will be held on June 11-14. See club calendar for details. Jim Thatcher will be there for sure. Maybe he can glut on some of the Amana Colony table-fare to increase his ballast.
The MOA rally at Billings, MT will be held July 23-26. The club will be funding an assembly tent. Wayne Garrison asked that those attending complete the form on our club website to facilitate mutual assistance if warranted. Rick Nelson recommended early arrival, enjoy the set-up show. (Free lodging and showers for a couple days, eh Rick)
Rich Nathan spoke about the upcoming Triathlons scheduled for June 20. The club will be ferrying officials at two events that morning. We will need three bikes at each event. Watch for e-mail and web site announcements and volunteer if you have the time and confidence to haul officials to observe the bicycle phase of these events.
President Ledgerwood gave an update on the recovery of Andy Clark, and thanks members who have donated time and/or money to the family.
She reminded attendees to submit recommendations for a new modern logo for the club.
There being no additional business, Margie thanked Webb and Cindy for hosting the meeting and adjourned the meeting.

Bob Conley, Secretary

The meeting was held at the home of Mamie and Mike Williams on Sunday April 26. Many club members and friends of the Williams attended the event. The spread of food was outstanding thanks to the hosts and contributing members.

Following lunch, President Margie Ledgerwood opened the meeting by thanking Mike and Mamie and making the following announcements:

• Webb Bernhart and Cindy Fort will host the May meeting. Please check the club web site calendar and register for the event.
• The MOA mileage contest has begun. Rick Hansen is tracking club member’s miles. Members are encouraged to enter and provide Rick with their starting mileage.
• The triathlon season has begun. (the first one was this morning at Carmel) Please support our triathlon coordinator Rich Nathan.
• The Paynetown Campout is on May 8-10. Please contact Wayne Garrison if you have questions. Wayne interjected there were about 35 currently registered.
• The Georgia Mountain Rally is on May 1-3.
• The European Bike Riders Rally is on May 15-17 in Burkesville, KY. (we hope to win the attendance award again this year)
• The third Saturday ride from Breakfast at Shapiros was a success this month and will depart next month from Shapiros as well as the Burkesville, KY City Park.
• Andy Clark is recuperating from his recent accident at the Rehab Center at 38^th and I-465. He is making progress. His family extends appreciation for your thoughts and prayers.
• Dallas Peak has returned home from the hospital and on the mend.
• Dennis Shelly is also doing well on the mend at home.

Under new Business, Therisia Shearer announced the rules for adopting a new updated club logo. The guidelines will be published on the web site. Members are encouraged to submit recommendations before September 1, 2015. A committee will choose three examples to be considered by the Board of Directors.  Therisia also mentioned that the Shearer’s will be attending the rally at Cass, WV, May 22-24.

President Ledgerwood again thanked the Williams for hosting the event.

Many attendees lingered for hours, several taking rides in vintage and acrobatic aircraft. No one lost their lunch in flight while the undersigned was present, a remarkable accomplishment Mr. Fishburn.

Prepared by Bob Conley, Secretary

The March 2015 monthly meeting of the BMW Motorcycle Club of Indianapolis was held at the home of Theresia and Archey Shearer.

After a great pitch in meal with sliders and drinks provided by the host/club, President Jay Beery called the meeting to order at 3:10 PM. The content of the meeting consisted of various announcements made by Wayne Garrison, Margie Ledgerwood and Andy Clark.

Wayne discussed the club sign up procedure for the RA Rally, the Paynetown Campout, and the European Bike Rally. Secretary’s Note: please refer to the calendar and announcements on this web site for detailed information.

Margie Ledgerwood, reminded the attendees about the rides leaving Shapiro’s after breakfast on the third Saturday each month. Secretary’s Note: If you want to lead a ride out of Shapiro’s you could post your intention on the web site and/or yahoo list by Friday afternoon to generate interest.

Dennis Shelly announced he will soon be selling his Mini Cooper. Any interest, contact Dennis.

Mike Williams urged everyone to attend the monthly meeting at his house on April 25. Registration on the web site is requested so the right amount of pork loins may be smoked for lunch.

Andy Clark announced the Tag game is on again this year with official start of April 1

The 2015 Mileage Awards are ready for delivery. If you have yet to receive yours, make arrangements with Wayne Garrison the Mileage Committee Chair. Secretary’s note: Awards are nice and practical, electronic tire pressure gauges, with engraved award plate affixed.

There being no further announcements future former President Beery Closed the meeting.

Bob Conley, Secretary