Rider of the year, Nick Wade Jr. was recognized by Director Jim Figel because of his strong involvement in the Legion overall and the Riders at multiple levels. He attended State meetings and worked hard all year to keep our club up to date and on track. (picture attached)
Bill Bird was also recognized by Jim Figel as a Rider of the Year. Bill stepped up this year in several areas, specifically, with the prep for and cooking of our 2nd Tuesday of the month chicken dinners. (picture attached)
New youth membership opportunity at The American Legion Post 178. At the January meeting of The American Legion Riders, the inaugural “Future Riders” were welcomed and presented with a vest that identifies them as active members of The American Legion Riders Post 178. Membership qualifications include a current membership as a Junior Auxillary or Junior SAL; A sponsor who is in good standing as a Rider and commitment to 10 hours of community service on behalf of The Legion Riders. Inagural members are Draven Frost, sponsored by his Pappy, Bill Bird; Danesha Branson sponsored by, Jim Figel; Zach Shultz, Nate Shultz, Ben Shultz and Sam Shultz all sponsored by their grandpa, Bob Matvya.
