July battalion ride - Water Features!

Please join us, Sunday July 5th, as we explore some interesting water features that Houston has to offer. To help cool off, bring a water pistol, and dress appropriately. Good deals for water pistols can be found at any dollar store.

Here is the map:
Water%20Feature%20Ride%20July%2009.JPG

A list of stops will be available at the start of the ride. We'll start and end at Beer Island, and there will be beer specials at the end of the ride and hamburgers for sale.

See you there!

July's Scooter Battalion ride

It's going to be a hot one, so were going to do a water ride. Details to come later. Bring a water gun! And be prepared to get a little wet. ; -)

Photos from the Ray Guns and Scooter Fun Rally!

Find the photos here:
http://scoot.net/gallery/2009/texaslakes/

If you have some, please post them there.

Umi's wedding this saturday!

Please join us in helping our friend Umi with his wedding wish. His wedding is around the corner, and it's time to finalize plans. I believe that the simplest way to do this is to meet at the hotel.

Scooters should arrive by 10:00AM and park in the back of the Hilton Post Oak, 2001 Post Oak Blvd. The baraat party will come downstairs at 10:15 via the back door. The next half hour is getting to know the groom and groomsmen, letting them get comfortable with the scooters.

At 11:00, DJ plays some intro music as the groomsmen ride from the back of the building around the front and make a circle. (Should take about 5-7 mins) We will be there to watch the show.

Groomsmen ride around to the front and park the scooters and join my family and I and walk toward the entrance. DJ will provide music for about a 10 min walk.

Baraat/welcoming of the groom should be over by 11:30. Everyone continues to walk into the ceremony. I have spoken with Hilton and they have agreed to allow the scooters to be parked in the front of the building during the ceremony. (The valet will be there so they will be safe) After everyone has gone inside, you are free to go. You are, of course, invited to stay and watch the wedding ceremony, and have traditional Indian food after the ceremony. And you will receive $40 for your time and the use of your scooter.

Maxiscooters are OK, the groomsmen can double up.

See you there!
Charlie

Please help Terri Myers

Our member and good friend Terri was in an accident, a hit and run driver. She is expecting a full recovery, but has heavy medical bills, and needs scooter parts. If have the ability, please make a contribution to her account at http://scooter-relief.org/node/49
Thanks!

Skateboard Ride #1 this Sunday

Join us this Sunday for the Skateboard Ride #1. Here's the map:

Skate%20Board%20Ride%20Map.pdf

And the list of stops and points of interest:

Skate%20Board%20Ride%20Stops.pdf

Ray Guns & Scooter Fun!

The next rally is just around the corner. Go here for details and to register:
www.northtexaslakesrally.com

Annual 'Ride to Work Day' is Monday, June 15

On June 15, the number of motorcycles and scooters on roads and highways will more than double as many riders become two-wheeled commuters to help demonstrate that riding is an efficient, economical form of personal transportation which makes parking easier and helps traffic flow better. This year marks the 18th annual worldwide event, which involves riders of all ages occupations, and from all walks of life.

"Motorcycles and scooters consume less resources per mile than automobiles, and they take up less space in parking areas and on roads. Rider's seek employer support for this efficient form of transportation, and more government and public awareness about riding’s many benefits," states Andy Goldfine, the program organizer.

Commuting on this day shows the positive value of motorcycles and scooters for transportation. For hundreds of thousands of workers, motorcycles and scooters are an economical, efficient and socially responsible form of mobility that saves energy, helps the environment and provides a broad range of other public benefits. Motorcycling and scootering clubs around the world encourage their members to ride to work on this annual day.

According to the United States Census Bureau and the Department of Transportation, more than 80 million cars and light trucks are used for daily commuting on American roads, and about 200,000 motorcycles and scooters are a regular part of this mix. On Ride To Work Day, the practical side of riding becomes more visible as a larger number of America’s 8 million cycles are ridden to work.

More information about Ride to Work Day can be found at http://www.ridetowork.org/

Battalion MAY RIDE - Pawdrophenia II

On Sunday, May 3, the Scooter Battalion ride will be dedicated to SMART pet rescue, an all-breed dog and cat rescue (smartpetz.com).
We will ride around pet friendly places in Houston, ending up at Valhalla on the Rice University campus, cheap, cheap beer in a beautiful, oak shaded setting. They will open early (at 5:00) just for us. (valhalla@rice.edu)
If your pet likes to scoot, bring 'em! If not, they can meet us at Valhalla with your other non-scooting friends. We have a TON of great raffle prizes this year and will also have a pet photo contest, so bring your furry pal's best snapshot!
Meet up at Beer Island at 2, we ride at 3....you know the drill. Lets have a blast and help out some homeless pets at the same time!
Pawdrophenia gear is available at cafepress.com/pawdrophenia