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Post by hootie on Feb 24, 2011 16:44:06 GMT -8
Those signs look great.... Thanks for your work !
Now.... everyone. If you can ... find it in yourself to come to this event.... This is important. We DO need to show the government that we are out here. They don't really know how many of us there are. They base their decisions on who they hear from. And if they don't hear from us.. no money.. AND lean towards the greenies.
Now I am not saying all greenies are bad.. but they are all louder than us. And .. More miles equal less damage to the forest.. and the only way to get more miles is to show someone we are here. So .. Be HERE> that is all. Dave.
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Post by iceman on Feb 24, 2011 18:09:46 GMT -8
no problem I'm sad I cant make. I dropped the signs off with Crystal so they are ready to go. Have fun guys and shout loud for me.
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Post by fivendime on Feb 24, 2011 20:50:51 GMT -8
I will be going. I am meeting Bill in the am for a ride up. Just as a reminder dress warm ;D Its gonna be a cold one!
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Post by fivendime on Feb 25, 2011 8:53:43 GMT -8
No worry, I would have liked to go but I will stay here in town and go to work. I should actually be doing that anyway. Thanks for letting me know early this morning. Crystal thanks for calling me and offering a seat up in your rig. I would have taken it but I had already made plans to go help my brother in law side a house.
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Post by pistonschick on Feb 25, 2011 10:38:38 GMT -8
Just arrived in Olympia, on time, no major traffic issues...
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Post by hootie on Feb 25, 2011 18:16:37 GMT -8
Daryl, Crystal, and I were the only three from Vancouver to go up there... in my opinion,,, very sad.
There were only maybe a few hundred in attendance... definately down from previous years and in a year when we needed more than past years.
Now... for those of you who I have hopefully caused to feel guilt... Here's what I want you to do.
Join WHOVA now. as an individual. and, when they email you telling you to write a letter.. DO IT> There are some serious matters in the congress and our support is more than needed.
I know the weather sucked today.. and it was a Friday.. but seriously... we need to step things up if we want any hope of continuing to enjoy our sport.
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Post by pistonschick on Feb 25, 2011 18:29:37 GMT -8
Darel, Dave and I attended the WOHVA (Washington Off-Highway Vehicle Association) Rally at the Capitol Building in Olympia, Washington today. Special thanks to Ryan and Lyzz for making some great signs for us to carry at the rally - everyone said we had the BEST signs! Darel and Dave keeping warm while hanging out on Capital Way People rushing to get lined up on the steps of our Capital and ready to cheer on the speakers for the day. Great signs Ryan & Lyzz! - Folks lining up on the Capital Steps Darel and Dave trying to blend... Wheelers of Washington (WOW) guys doing their thing. All in all, it was a great day and we are glad we went. Unfortunately, the turnout for this event was at an all time low - at a time when events like this are more important than ever! They blamed it on the weather... I personally find it ridiculous that 4-wheelers have a hard time driving in inclement weather - they never seem to have any problems driving in the ice to go play... The good news, the Capitol folks were impressed we still came out today in the nasty weather and the legislative folks knew we were there and received our message. The best line we heard all day was when we were leaving the Capitol when a legislator stopped to talk to us and one of the topics she wanted to talk to us about was the NOVA funds. She was absolutely offended by the actions of legislature that took the NOVA funds away from off-road recreation. She called it... wait for it... "BAD 'GOVERNOR'MENT" Thanks Dave, for taking ownership of this event and making sure that Piston's Wild had a presence at this very important Rally! As always, your commitment and dedication to this club and what it stands for are relentless and as always, greatly appreciated. Crystal
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Post by bigstuck on Feb 26, 2011 11:18:46 GMT -8
Paul and I were there in spirit and I've written a couple of emails already to those that need to read it. I tried but the business just would not allow at this time. I appreciate you guys going up to be the voice of those of us that couldn't make it. Your efforts are well appreciated. Thank you!!
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