This inaugural ride began in 1986, and was held in mid-April as a Fond du Lac Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.) Chapter event, with sponsoring dealership support from Fond du Lac’s Harley-Davidson dealership. It all started with a small group of motorcyclists, who gathered pledges on a per-mile basis for a 100-mile motorcycle ride in order to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). The inaugural ride was much smaller then today’s, with just 62 riders on the inaugural ride, when they raised $2,000.00 for MDA. It was a true one-day event, with registration, dinner and a dance held outside under a tent.

Through the years, many Fond du Lac H.O.G. Chapter members volunteered countless hours and worked very hard; their efforts resulting in strong growth of this event despite the cold, wet and even snow during many of the rides. While still wanting to remain the first big ride of the season, the Fond du Lac H.O.G. Chapter saw even further potential to grow this ride. So, in the mid 1990’s, the ride name was changed to Ride for Pride, the eagle logo evolved and the ride was pushed back to the end of April. In 1998, a decision was made to include other local charities besides MDA that could benefit from our ride as well.

Tom Boisvert~Vice President, Julie Koenig~Board Member, Vicki Lohse~Treasurer, Dean Kranig~Board Member, Diane Lemke~Secretary

Front Left to Right:

Pete Johnson~President, Mike Arnold~Ride Chairman

In preparation for this year’s event, now is the time to request pledges from your friends, family, co-workers and business supporters. Please remind them of the difference their pledges make and the lives it truly impacts.

$50 Minimum per Person Registration Includes:

Friday, April 25th at Open Road Harley-Davidson: 5 - 8:30 pm Pre-Party and pre-registration with prime rib sandwiches courtesy of Fisherman’s Cove,refreshments furnished by Pepsi and Gilmore’s Liquor Mart and live music from Boogie & The Yo Yo’s

Saturday, April 26th: 9 – 10 am Registration at Open Road H-D with coffee, donuts and bagels. Registration continues at the Holiday Inn 10-11:30 am • Ride departs at Noon from the Holiday Inn • Scenic ride, with a stop at Road America with lunch courtesy of Festival Foods, and automobile BMW time trials • Back to the Holiday Inn for a buffet dinner and live music from Vic Ferrari • Participation in Raffle & Silent Auction • Fellowship and fun with riding enthusiasts • Make a difference in your local community

Additionally, please keep in mind that all event activities will be exclusive to Ride for Pride Participants only.

Rooms have been blocked at the Holiday Inn in Fond du Lac under H.O.G. Call early for your reservation (920) - 921-1440.