River Valley Riders Chapter Meeting Updates from February 2026
Here’s what you missed at our February meeting.
We had our gathering at a new location, Acapulco Mexican Restaurant on US-42, Florence. We had 29 members and 15 visitors. The staff did an excellent job getting all the orders taken and out quickly. Be sure to join us next month at this same location.
One item I forgot to mention at the gathering is we now have sweatshirts you can purchase. We have both crew and hooded. 2 options each, logo on the front or logo on the back. The picture of the crew with the logo on the back is showing wrong, but it will be on the back. Check them out! GreenThirteen
We introduced our Couple of the Year, Jack and Carol Redd, and our Individual of the Year, Chris Davis. Be sure to check out the February newsletter for Carol’s Poem for the COY.
We had 2 new coordinator positions for 2026:
Jack & Carol Redd are the new 50/50 coordinators
Donita Nardi is the new Assistant Chapter Director
The State Directors reminded everyone about the Winter Warmup January 30th – 31st. The theme this year is the Kentucky Olympics. You can find out the information on kyroadriders.org. This is a great time to see what each position in a chapter entails and a great opportunity to meet and socialize with other KY Road Rider members. You still have time to sign up.
Luanne gave an update on Jerry. He is doing okay and improving daily. It will be around 8 weeks from surgery for full recovery. They are not sure yet if he’ll be able to go back to his current job.
Still keep Jerry, Windy & Joyce Quire and JR Robinson in your prayers. Also Charlie & Peggy Thornton said hello and they miss everyone.
Jack gave an update on Steve Centner, he has an ear infection. They will see if it gets better or if they have to do something for it.
Donita recapped our Christmas party and the December Dirty Bingo. Everyone had a great time.
2 events coming up:
1) January 24, at 2pm we will be going to Collection 21 Vintage Car Collection. They ask for a donation of $15 per person. They have over 200 American built cars and trucks. At 4:15pm we will be having dinner at The Pub, Crestview Hills Mall. Let Donita know if you would like to join either or both.
2) February 21st, at 6pm – Annual Soup/dessert/appetizer Game night, Lookout Farms Clubhouse.
Gary Heil presented Dean & Kim Hedger with an appreciation gift from Chapter G for their years as the 50/50 coordinators.
It’s that time of year to sign up for sponsorship of our Newsletter. This year’s article will be How did you get into riding? What was your first bike? What do you love about riding? Looking for sponsors for: March, June, July, August, September, November and December. Cost is $10. This helps cover our website fees.
Chapter A and C were at our gathering to try and win the traveling plaque. Chapter C won the plaque. It will be available at the meeting this Saturday the 17th. John and I plan to go, weather permitting. We need at least 1 more member to attend with us to have a shot at getting the travel plaque. Let us know if you can join us.The State MEP Team has created a ride challenge for 2026. You can find the information on the KY State Website. The forms will also be in the March newsletter. Donita mentioned she will create a separate challenge for Chapter G based on the State challenge.
Ice Cream rides will begin April 1st.
The 2025 awards for riding, event participation and the SWAG were presented by Gary Heil. Winners will be listed in the March newsletter.
Our Ride Coordinators are still working on the 2026 riding season schedule.
Our next event is Saturday 2/21/26 – Annual Game Night with soup, appetizers and desserts. This starts at 6pm at Lookout Farms Clubhouse. If you would like to come and haven’t signed up with what you will bring. Please email Donita.
Camping news – The Cridlin’s will be camping at Big Bone March 26th – 29th on site #4. If any campers would like to join them, reserve your spot now.
The Camping Coordinator’s are looking to find a site for camping and a lodge for a state event. More information is coming.
Chapter K is planning a ride to the Upper Peninsula. It’s 14 days starting on June 22nd. The coordinator of this ride is making all lodging reservations. Please let them know ASAP if you plan to participate. Contact Bruce Hensley for their contact information.
Steve Poat mentioned he is participating in a ridge starting July 12th – July 28th – Nova Scotia. Contact Steve if you would like to participate.
Several G members are heading to Chapter A’s meeting this Saturday, the 14th. They have the traveling plaque and it’s also double points month. Let us know if you would like to join us. They meet at Rooster, 10430 Shelbyville Rd., Louisville.
Mary Eicher