On April 2, 2016 the LAFD FIRE HOGS MC had their first camaraderie ride of the year. Fifty one Harley Riders met at Chuy’s Restaurant in Santa Clarita for a nice breakfast before hitting the highway to Lockwood Valley. Our brothers from the LA County Fire Hogs Chapter (LA County Fire Department) joined us on a great day of riding. This ride was opened to anyone that rode a motorcycle.
The ride started off with a leisurely ride up the 5 Freeway to Frazier Park. It was an awesome sight to see a row of bikes staggered two by two on the highway. A quick stop to top off the bikes with a little petro and we were on the road again. After fueling up, it was time to put the sun screen on and ride through the canyons and meadows of Lockwood Valley. This part of the ride was very scenic of the cliffsides and green trees.
Our second stop was Reyes Creek Bar and Grill in Camp Scheideck in the Los Padres National Forest. After a burger and soda pop and a lot of stories, the Fire Hogs were back on the road to Ojai. Most of the riders enjoyed this part of the ride the most. The road consisted of wide swooping turns and picturesque views. It went from the mountain roads to the ocean view. The ride ended at the Social Tap in Ventura Beach. It was a great way to end a perfect ride. The riders got back on their hogs and rode off Into the Wind.
Thanks to the LAFD Fire Hogs MC for coordinating this ride and providing a good relief for the stress and daily routine of work. You can either work “another SOD day” or get out in the wind and ride. I choose to ride with friends. So don’t miss out on another opportunity to ride with the LAFD FIRE HOGS MC. Some of our upcoming events are:
• LA County Fire Hogs Memorial Ride on May 28, 2016.
• LAFD Fire Hogs Memorial Ride on June 25, 2016. This fund raising event is open to all – riders and non-riders alike. If you don’t ride, meet us for the fund raising part of the event at the Sagebrush Cantina. Be there at 1230 hrs to see all the riders come in and enjoy an afternoon of food, dancing and Winning Raffle Prizes. And just for this event, Jim Como’s Full House Band is regrouping for a reunion concert for your enjoyment. Tickets are available on our website www.firehogs.org.
You don’t have to be a Fire Hog to be part of these events, just come out and enjoy the festivities for a good cause. Events are posted on our Website www.firehogs.org. Apply for an account to be emailed notifications of upcoming rides. If you wish to join or just have questions, you can contact any Board member from our website. As a National organization, we are also accepting applications for new Fire Hog Chapters from other Fire agencies. Members wishing more information on becoming a Fire Hog and information on upcoming events go to our website at www.FireHogs.org Follow us on Facebook @ LAFD Fire Hogs, M/C.