calamityjane 
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| 06 Sep 2006 7:23 PM |
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sorry PGR bro and sisters, but i'm going to have to stand down on this mission as i have family committment on that day (family b-days for 71 yr old mom). please ride safe one and all and i will ride with you in spirit. god bless another hero
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Riding in Honor of my Father DLJ and grandfather WWI veteran EJPL
Riding in Memory 'DakotaLawDog' Paul Anderson
A Hero is no braver than a ordinary man, but he is braver five minutes longer. -Ralph Waldo Emerson
He was the kind if you got in trouble you didn't look back to see if he was still with you, you knew damned well he was. ~Sackett by Louis L'Amour
Each man owes a debt to his family, his country and his species to leave sons and daughters who will lead, inspire and create.~Sackett's Land by Louis L'Amour
Never drive faster then your angels can fly. Be Safe....
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mndagger
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| 06 Sep 2006 8:06 PM |
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| SSG Joshua R Hanson , RIP in Gods arms , thank you for your service to our country , from a fellow Veteran ( Viet Nam ) U.S.N. 64-68 Vince Wogan Alexandria , Mn |
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Dakotalawdog
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Hillsboro, ND
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| 06 Sep 2006 9:09 PM |
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All those attending the escort mission sound off to get a count estimate.
Also, is there a plan for leaving Fargo on Saturday for the mission? |
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Curiousity killed the cat, but for a while, I was a suspect.
If you love something, let it go. If it comes back to you, it's yours. If it doesn't, hunt it down and kill it.
Silence is Golden. Duct tape is Silver.
Just remember, if the world didn't suck, we'd all fall off.
Unfortunately, seizing the day. |
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TWRAS
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| 06 Sep 2006 9:19 PM |
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| Anyone interested in an easier ride up Highway 10 to Perham and West
through Dent (a stop for coffee), let me know. Leaving the Cities at
about 0600. Sat. morn! |
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mlduel94
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| 06 Sep 2006 9:32 PM |
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| Where is cross over road at? In regards to the airport, myself and a couple of other soldiers from Josh's unit may possibly be riding with you guys on the escort back to D.L. and myself on to Pelican as I live just 7 miles north. |
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samhenry
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| 06 Sep 2006 9:43 PM |
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My heartfelt condolences to the family SSG Joshua R. Hanson.
Standing by in N. Minneapolis
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Sgt_first_harley
Posts: 9
Crookston MN
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| 06 Sep 2006 10:06 PM |
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| I will be there to ride in the escort!!! |
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All gave some...................and some gave all
U.S. Army Veteran
February 1996-2002
HHC 1/12 cav div
Ft. Hood TX
E-5 support Platoon |
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mdonaghue
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| 06 Sep 2006 10:17 PM |
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My condolences to the family and friends of Sgt. Hanson.
I will be attending the escort on Thursday evening for this American Hero. |
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fire04
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| 06 Sep 2006 10:34 PM |
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| To the family and friends of SSG Hanson - Please know that you have my deepest and heartfelt sympathy. My son is in Iraq, and was on the same mission with SSG Hanson. When I told my own young sargeant that his mother and I would be escorting Josh from the airport to Pelican Rapids, and that we would be standing guard at his services, he most heartily approved. I continue to be humbled by the sacrifices that our soldiers make on our behalves. We will be deeply honored to ride escort and guard for SSG Hanson. |
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MamaGoose
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Fargo, ND (Oregon raised)
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| 06 Sep 2006 11:00 PM |
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We will have a chase vehicle and water available, also...just look for the gold Explorer w/ big flags.
Thank you to Don for the use of his trailer and to Lindsay's Ecowater in Moorhead for the water donation.
I do not know whether or not Jeff and Don will have riding waivers available to sign, so I will also have 2 clipboards at the Explorer.
If you need to reach me prior to tomorrow night, my cell is: 218-329-9597.
Cherié
Unfortunately, we will not be able to attend the honor mission, as this coming weekend is a drill weekend for me. Our thoughts and prayers will be with Josh's family and friends, as well as those who are able to attend! Ride safely!
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ND Air National Guard, 9 yrs & counting
-119 MXS First Sergeant, "Happy Hooligans"
~~~MamaGoose, Dragon Knight, & Little Dragonman~~~ |
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jack_daniels
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| 06 Sep 2006 11:06 PM |
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| I will be attending the escort mission. |
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millermanjeff
Posts: 67
Assistant Ride Captain Alexandria Minnesota
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| 06 Sep 2006 11:42 PM |
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Alexandria MN Staging Instructions
Hanson Mission - 9 September, 2006, Pelican Rapids, MN
0730 7:30 am Arrival at the Holiday Station (South) in Alexandria, MN. This station is located southwest of the I-94 (exit 103) and State Hwy 29 intersection.
0745 7:45am Mission Briefing and waivers signed.
0755 7:55am Kickstands up and rolling. Traveling westbound on I-94 to US Hwy 59 north (exit50) continuing on US 59 to Pelican Rapids, MN. Approximate distance is 70 miles.
0910 9:10am Arrive in Pelican Rapids, MN. Refuel at the Citgo Travel Center on the south side of town on Hwy 59.
0930 9:30am Kickstands up, proceed to staging area at the Pelican Rapids Police Department/City Hall at 33 North Broadway. Staging in the parking lot south of the building.
Some of us are meeting early for breakfast at Perkins in Alexandria, just north of the interstate at 0630 6:30am. If you think you will join us for breakfast please e-mail me at mn.pgr.alexrc@gmail.com .
Changes will be posted on this thread.
Ride safe. Stand proud!
Jeff Anderson
Alexandria MN Ride Captain
We must never forget……………… "Freedom isn’t FREE!" |
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millermanjeff
Posts: 67
Assistant Ride Captain Alexandria Minnesota
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| 07 Sep 2006 12:08 AM |
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MamaGoose,
Thanks for the chase cage and getting the water! I will have the waivers for the escort.
See you Thursday late afternoon.
Ride safe. Stand proud.
Jeff Anderson
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thunderonnd
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Horace ND
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| 07 Sep 2006 6:01 AM |
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I will be there for the escort but not sure about Saturday am suppose to work but some thing are more important. |
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NoNo
Posts: 412
West Fargo, ND
SE N.D. RC
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| 07 Sep 2006 6:26 AM |
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I will be there for the escort and the service on Sat....Anybody leaving Fargo on Sat. morning and would like some company.
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ALL THAT IS NEEDED FOR EVIL TO SUCCEED IS,
THAT DECENT HUMAN BEINGS DO NOTHING
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MNHeritagePatriot
Posts: 212
Worthington Ride Captain - Pipestone, MN
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| 07 Sep 2006 7:00 AM |
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To the family and loved ones of SSG Joshua Hanson - Thank you for allowing the PGR to show the honor and respect that Joshua so rightly has earned. Your loss is also our loss - a great man who gave his all so that we may continue to enjoy the freedoms that this Great Country was built upon. He is a TRUE AMERICAN HERO. May God comfort and keep you during these trying times and in the days ahead.
To my PGR brothers and sisters - I regret that I am unable to attend this mission due to commitments made for my son's 13th birthday on 9/9. Ride safe and THANK YOU for doing the right thing! |
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Paul Ramsbey
Worthington Ride Captain
Son of Korean War Vet
Past Commander of SAL Post 14, Flora IL
Eternally grateful to our men and women who serve ... may we never forget nor underestimate the selfless dedication and sacrifices of our true Amercan Heroes! |
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mtcat1000
Posts: 102
St Cloud MN 56301
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| 07 Sep 2006 8:54 AM |
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I will be there for the escort. I will try to hook up with Steve in Fergus Falls for the ride to Hector Field. |
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Greg Studer
St Cloud Mn Sector ARC
St Cloud Mn Sector Hoth Rep
US Army 1974-1977
101st Airborne Division (Air Assault)
“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” |
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gaspasser
Posts: 39
Soutwest minnesota
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| 07 Sep 2006 9:17 AM |
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To all PGR members in the Worthington, Marshall, Willmar area.
Here is the plan for the SW area PGRs. I know this is out of the way for
some and if you want to head up on your own that is ok. I need to pick up the
Wilmar area riders as well. The new RC from Wilmar just got called away on a
family emergency.
0415 Meet at Ampride gas stop. Corner of Highway 23 and 59. Marshall. sign
waiver and full tanks.
0430 Kickstands up. Head up Highway 23 to Wilmar Civic Center meet up with
Wilmar PGR at 0530. fill tanks if needed.
0600 Kickstands up. Head up Highway 23 to Highway 71 to Sauk Centre meet up
in Sauk Centre with Metro PGR at 0700. At Holiday Station North of I-94
on Highway 71.
0745 Kickstands up. Head up I-94 to North Highway 59 to Pelican Rapids.
Gas up at Holiday Station at 209 So. Broadway at 0930.
0950 Kickstands up. 10 minute ride to Pelican Rapids Police Dept 33 North
Broadway with Staging on the South of the Police Dept. building. at 1000.
1000 Meet up with the MN PGR for the Mission.
Watch the PGR mission forum for the itinerary for the rest of the Mission.
Thanks and email me if you want to meet up with me on the way anywhere on the
ride. mn.pgr.marshallrc@gmail.com or kevinpete@charter.net
Please remember to bring rain gear, water, food, flags and of course your
respect. Thanks and Ride Safe.
Kevin Peterson
Marshall Ride Captain
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SLYXTR
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Montgomery Mn.
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| 07 Sep 2006 10:03 AM |
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| anxious to attend my first mission |
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Steve "Slick" Duban
U.S.A.F "84-88"
American Legion " Life" Member
UNITED WE STAND |
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shadow_sarge
Posts: 32
West Fargo, ND
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| 07 Sep 2006 10:04 AM |
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FYI: To all PGR that are assisting with escort ride for SSG Hanson.
Update on I-29 construction:
Good news for those that will be coming from the south on I-29, exit #67 (19th Ave N) is now open northbound only. Head east to Dakota Drive and take a left to Hector airport.
For those coming in from the north on I-29, the exit is still closed off. You will need to turn off at exit #69 (County Rd 20) and head south on Hwy 81, which will take you directly to Dakota Dr.
You could also head farther south to exit#66 (12th Ave N) and head east, turn north on 18th st which will take you to 19th ave n and then turn left to get to Dakota Drive.
Closest gas stations to Hector Airport:
Exit #66, 12th ave n has Cenex on the west side of I-29 and Stamart Travel center which is on the east side.
Stop and Go at university Dr and 19th ave n.
BP at corner of 10th st n and 19th ave n.
There is a Cenex at Harwood for those riding in from the north.
You will also find many fast food places on 19th ave n. east of the airport and a couple at 12 th ave n. exit.
Someone asked about the "crossover road" at Hector Airport, for those that haven't been there, when you head north on Dakota Drive heading to the terminal there will be an east-west street directly south of the long term parking lot.
Hope this helps, any questions feel free to email a question or better yet just give me a call at 701-261-5577. Take Care and ride safe, Tim Moen |
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NDARNG: 1980- STILL SERVING
OIF IRAQ 04-05 WITH 141 ECB
RIDING IN MEMORY OF GEORGE C. MOEN, US ARMY WWII AND WENDELL V. COLES, US ARMY, WWII
"The truth of the matter is that you always know the right thing to do. The hard part is is doing it." Gen. Norman Schwarzkopf
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hooligan22
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| 07 Sep 2006 10:11 AM |
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Our prayers go out to the family and friends of Sgt Hanson. His heroism shall not be forgotten.
I hope to be albe to escort this hero home this evening. |
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dakotakid
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Richmond, Mn
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| 07 Sep 2006 10:31 AM |
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Here is the staging info for the St.cloud sector...
We will be staging at the McStop/Pilot truck stop in St.Cloud. It is located just north of I 94 off exit 171. we will be there by 0600hours. Please try to be there by 0610 to sign waiver and get further instructions.
Kickstands up at 0630hours. Ride to Alexandria and meet up with Alex. sector at the Holiday station at the SW corner of Jct. I 94 and Mn 29. This is about a 70 mile ride.
Kickstands up at 0755 for another 70 miles to Pelican Rapids.
Don't forget food and water as this will be a long day! Also bring your respect, and a flag!
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Asst. RC, St.Cloud Sector
stcloudarc1@gmail.com
www.mnpatriotguard.org
 
THE NATION WHICH FORGETS ITS DEFENDERS WILL ITSELF BE FORGOTTEN |
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littlefawn
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Pelican Rapids, MN
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| 07 Sep 2006 11:14 AM |
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| My father, my fiance, and I will be at the escort tonight. (2 bikes total) We are from Pelican Rapids. My fiance graduated high school with Josh and I had the pleasure of getting to know him in high school and the years after. This will be a great honor for our family and friends. My father is also a Vietnam Vet. We will not be on the honor ride for Saturday as we will be attending the funeral. See everyone tonight, and "Thank you"-you guys (and gals) do an amazing thing for our heros. |
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tomhack1
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| 07 Sep 2006 11:40 AM |
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I will be there tonight.
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tattoofarmer
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| 07 Sep 2006 11:43 AM |
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Rubber hits the road saturday from Murdock to honor and pay respect to SSG Hanson and family. I will hook up with the the riders from Alexandria, its a great feeling riding amongst fellow patriots and proud Americans. R.I.P. SSG Hanson you will not be forgotten.
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