Monday, April 17, 2006
Ridin' with Randy - May Newsletter Article
RIDIN' WITH RANDY
Hi Folks,
WHEW!!!!!! I'm writing this in the middle of April and I'm tuckered out already. Don't know what I'm going to do when things really get busy! I've moved my mother back to Texas again this month (over the first weekend no less). So I missed a couple of functions. But you all are still out there every chance you get - that is what makes working together so EASY. No one has to do it all.
I've already heard reports that the J.W. Rock Foundation fundraiser was a success with over $1,100.00 raised - final total is not in yet that I know of. Apparently every one made it through the change to Daylight Savings time. I was on the road back from Indiana so it didn't seem to have as much impact on me this time. Paula and I were in a Chaplaincy Training class on the weekend of the 8-9th so we were out of pocket again. But the chapter was represented at the Howard Lowe benefit and the TMRA State Rally, I haven't heard if anyone made it to the Austin Bunny Run on the 9th yet. So you' all don't need me to lead you - you go when you can. I LOVE IT! And at this point there are still several events yet to go in April.
It seems like I was just talking about hypothermia (your body's temperature getting too low) and now I need to remind you about Heat Stroke and Heat Exhaustion (your body overheating). These are just as dangerous as hypothermia and can sneak up on you very quickly especially when riding on a hot day.
Excessive heat can first cause heat exhaustion -- especially in people who are working or exercising outside. The symptoms include:
Dizziness or fainting
Heavy sweating
Muscle cramps
Cold or clammy skin
Headaches
Rapid heartbeat
Nausea
If you have these symptoms, get out of the heat, drink water, juice or sports drinks (unless your doctor tells you otherwise), and get medical attention.
If it isn't treated, heat exhaustion can lead to heat stroke, which is an emergency. Heat stroke also develops in people who aren't being physically active but are simply in a hot environment. The signs of heat stroke are
Rapid heartbeat
Confusion or delirium
Warm, dry skin (because the body is no longer able to sweat)
Fever of greater than 104 degrees
Severe headaches
Seizure or muscle twitching
Unconsciousness
Death
Remember, heat stroke needs immediate attention. Call 911.
Now the upcoming events:
April 29th - Set up Hospitality Tent at Leander Assembly of God in prep for Biker Sunday, meet at L.A.G. at 5 p.m.
April 30th - Biker Sunday at Leander First Assembly of God (bring a friend), meet at the Leander Post Office at 10:15 am to ride in together, kickstands up at 10:25 a.m.
May 2nd - TMRA2 meeting at the Moose Lodge, Austin.
May 4th - NEW LIFE RIDERS Chapter Meeting, IHOP, Austin
May 4 -7th - 10th Annual Hill Country Run, Lady Bird Johnson Park, Fredericksburg, TX (Don's doing the Service there).
May 6th - CMA Run for the Son, Antique Motorcycle Show and Swap Meet, Smithville. Meet at the Dairy Queen near the intersection of IH-35 and Hwy 79 in Round Rock at 8:45 to depart at 9:00 am.
May 5 - 7th - Brotherhood of Bikers May Day Run, Tator Park, Copperas Cove, TX
May 19 - 21st - CMA Texas State Rally, Latham Springs Baptist Encampment, Aquilla, TX.
May 20th - 5th Annual Btweener Benefit Run, Texas Wheels M/C Sponsor, Clements Boys and Girls Club, Killeen, TX
June 1 - 4th - Republic of Texas (ROT) Rally, Expo Center Grounds, Austin, TX (Hospitality Tent and Registration)
Guess that's about it for now. Ride safe and don't stress your guardian angels too much. See you on the road or in the air.
IHS
Randy ¶ 10:57 PM
Hi Folks,
WHEW!!!!!! I'm writing this in the middle of April and I'm tuckered out already. Don't know what I'm going to do when things really get busy! I've moved my mother back to Texas again this month (over the first weekend no less). So I missed a couple of functions. But you all are still out there every chance you get - that is what makes working together so EASY. No one has to do it all.
I've already heard reports that the J.W. Rock Foundation fundraiser was a success with over $1,100.00 raised - final total is not in yet that I know of. Apparently every one made it through the change to Daylight Savings time. I was on the road back from Indiana so it didn't seem to have as much impact on me this time. Paula and I were in a Chaplaincy Training class on the weekend of the 8-9th so we were out of pocket again. But the chapter was represented at the Howard Lowe benefit and the TMRA State Rally, I haven't heard if anyone made it to the Austin Bunny Run on the 9th yet. So you' all don't need me to lead you - you go when you can. I LOVE IT! And at this point there are still several events yet to go in April.
It seems like I was just talking about hypothermia (your body's temperature getting too low) and now I need to remind you about Heat Stroke and Heat Exhaustion (your body overheating). These are just as dangerous as hypothermia and can sneak up on you very quickly especially when riding on a hot day.
Excessive heat can first cause heat exhaustion -- especially in people who are working or exercising outside. The symptoms include:
Dizziness or fainting
Heavy sweating
Muscle cramps
Cold or clammy skin
Headaches
Rapid heartbeat
Nausea
If you have these symptoms, get out of the heat, drink water, juice or sports drinks (unless your doctor tells you otherwise), and get medical attention.
If it isn't treated, heat exhaustion can lead to heat stroke, which is an emergency. Heat stroke also develops in people who aren't being physically active but are simply in a hot environment. The signs of heat stroke are
Rapid heartbeat
Confusion or delirium
Warm, dry skin (because the body is no longer able to sweat)
Fever of greater than 104 degrees
Severe headaches
Seizure or muscle twitching
Unconsciousness
Death
Remember, heat stroke needs immediate attention. Call 911.
Now the upcoming events:
April 29th - Set up Hospitality Tent at Leander Assembly of God in prep for Biker Sunday, meet at L.A.G. at 5 p.m.
April 30th - Biker Sunday at Leander First Assembly of God (bring a friend), meet at the Leander Post Office at 10:15 am to ride in together, kickstands up at 10:25 a.m.
May 2nd - TMRA2 meeting at the Moose Lodge, Austin.
May 4th - NEW LIFE RIDERS Chapter Meeting, IHOP, Austin
May 4 -7th - 10th Annual Hill Country Run, Lady Bird Johnson Park, Fredericksburg, TX (Don's doing the Service there).
May 6th - CMA Run for the Son, Antique Motorcycle Show and Swap Meet, Smithville. Meet at the Dairy Queen near the intersection of IH-35 and Hwy 79 in Round Rock at 8:45 to depart at 9:00 am.
May 5 - 7th - Brotherhood of Bikers May Day Run, Tator Park, Copperas Cove, TX
May 19 - 21st - CMA Texas State Rally, Latham Springs Baptist Encampment, Aquilla, TX.
May 20th - 5th Annual Btweener Benefit Run, Texas Wheels M/C Sponsor, Clements Boys and Girls Club, Killeen, TX
June 1 - 4th - Republic of Texas (ROT) Rally, Expo Center Grounds, Austin, TX (Hospitality Tent and Registration)
Guess that's about it for now. Ride safe and don't stress your guardian angels too much. See you on the road or in the air.
IHS
Randy ¶ 10:57 PM
