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Chesapeake, Virginia – 22 Apr 2017
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ABOUT THE MISSION:
The Patriot Guard has been invited to provide an escort to Bataan Death March survivors, their families and other World War II Veterans on Saturday April 22nd 2017.
PRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 22 Apr 2017
- Primary Staging Time: 0830 A.M.
- Aloft Hotel
1454 Crossways Blvd
Chesapeake, VA 23320(Directions: 64 to Greenbrier Pkwy East, At 1st light turn right on Jarman Rd., At next light turn right at Crossways Blvd. Hotel is about a 1/2 mile on right.)
- Ride Captain:
- Larry “LL” Strauss 757-646-0501
Rich Fredley, John Tutunjian, Dave Bozak, Jack Dmoch
- Special Instructions:
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All mission specifics will be disclosed at the briefing.
Mission Brief: 0910
KSU: 0925
Destination arrival: 1000
All those wishing to participate must arrive at the staging location prior to departure AND attend the mission brief
Weather: Please monitor the weather as the mission date approaches and ride/drive/dress appropriately. Please stay hydrated.
Please ensure all flags are rigged securely to withstand highway speeds. All flag mounts will be inspected prior to escorting. Please do not feel bad if your mount is deemed unsafe and you are asked to disconnect it. Safety is our primary concern during any escort.
Flag Protocol:
Motorcycles: Large (3 x 5) US Flags, Smaller Flags, No Flags
Vehicles (Cages): Same as above.SPECIAL NOTE: Safety is of our utmost priority. Every effort possible is made in planning and executing the PGR MISSION Statement in a manner that minimizes the inherit dangers of riding a motorcycle, including riding in groups of all sizes and any situation. While the PGR and its riders have a remarkable safety record in the execution of our missions, infrequently members have been injured in unforeseen accidents. In an effort to mitigate the risk of preventable accidents, all attendees who wish to ride in a Patriot Guard motorcycle escort or Honor Mission are asked to attend the pre-mission briefing. It will include a safety briefing and any unique ride information known to our Ride Captain(s) that may be specific to the mission. Member safety and well- being is always a principal ongoing concern. Our Ride Captains are asked to stand down from any mission that cannot be accomplished in relative safety or unreasonable risk. This includes both rides and flag lines in inclement weather and other conditions. It remains each individual PGR member’s responsibility to ride within their own comfort zone and be cognizant of their surroundings and skill limitations as well as any physical needs or limitations. If the ride and/or mission conditions present challenges beyond your skill, comfort, or needs, you are expected to exercise good judgment in foregoing any planned participation
- Flags & Water:
- Flags Will Be Provided
- If you have large bike flags, please bring them.
- Water WILL NOT be provided, please bring your own.
Submitted By: Wayne Anderson
Position: Assistant State Captain
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