CONFIRMED: HOME FOR OUR TROOPS (HFOT’s) COMMUNITY KICK OFF (CKO) X2 (248-23) 2 DEC 23
305 Singing Oaks
Spring Branch, TX 78070
USA
HOME FOR OUR TROOPS (HFOT’s) COMMUNITY KICK OFF (CKO) X2
The presence and participation of the San Antonio Patriot Guard Riders has been requested to take part in this joyous event. We have been asked to ride in a procession and stand a Flag Line for the opening ceremony presented by Homes For Our Troops (HFOT). This ceremony will begin the process of building a specially adapted mortgage free home for two Army veterans.
Major Yancy Baer:
In November 2009, during his fourth combat deployment, Major Baer was serving with the 10th Special Forces Group when he sustained severe damage to his left heel during a landing incident in a rotary wing aircraft while conducting operations in Iraq. Throughout his service he also sustained other injuries including severe damage to his right knee and a traumatic brain injury (TBI).
Army Sergeant Joe Lopez:
On Jan. 3, 2008, during his first combat deployment, Sergeant Lopez was serving as a cavalry scout with the 4-73 CAV, 82nd Airborne Division, when he fell into a burning pit while pushing a child out of the way of a rolling vehicle. SGT Lopez sustained severe burns to over 30 percent of his body, crushing injuries to his legs, and smoke inhalation.
WEATHER: Hi 67 / Lo 49, 17% Chance of Rain, 85% Humidity, Wind: 4 mph NNE
REQUESTOR: Krystina Goroshko, Community Outreach Coordinator
STAGING: 9:00 am, Saturday, December 2, 2023
Walmart Supercenter
305 Singing Oaks
Spring Branch, Texas 78070
https://goo.gl/maps/AZiknszmBxEEMzNm6
BRIEFING: 9:15 am
KSU: 9:50 am (Semper Gumby) You must have a call from HFOT Rep. FIRST!!
CEREMONY: Arrive NLT: 10:00 am
Spring Branch Middle School
21053 TX-46
Spring Branch, Texas 78070
https://goo.gl/maps/6yWL6qkRkLiXUyLc6
RC: Pete “Sea Dog” Johnson
pfjohn127@gmail.com
FC: Rich “Pach” Pachecano
rich@pachecano.net
ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
1. Iron horses if you can, cages are always welcome and appreciated and unless under special circumstances not allowed in processions. You do not have to have a motorcycle to participate in honoring our veterans.
2. Safety First: Please remember to properly hydrate (including the night before) before any outdoor activity and to dress appropriately. Do not hesitate to take a break at any time if you feel you need to get in the shade or get indoors and always ask for help at any time. Also please do not forget your sun screen.
3. Please remember that our mission is to stand tall and silent, and with honor and. NO TALKING, SMOKING, CHEWING OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS, OR CELL PHONE USE IN THE FLAG LINE!
***Safety Notice***
Before volunteering and/or attending any San Antonio Patriot Guard Riders missions we encourage you to review all safety information below. Included are some potential safety concerns to be aware of, however this does not include the full scope of all potential hazards. Anyone attending any San Antonio Patriot Guard Riders mission understands that they do so at their own risk. Neither the Patriot Guard Riders Organization nor its representatives are liable for any damages incurred on any PGR mission or event.
Funeral Processions/Escorts
EVERY RIDER IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for their own safety at all times while riding in a funeral procession.
At NO TIME are any riders authorized to block any intersection or otherwise block or impede traffic laws in any way. Only Law Enforcement officials are authorized to block and/or impeded the lawful flow of traffic.
If you choose to fly a Flag on your bike you are SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for ensuring it is secured and not a danger to any other rider or traffic.
Warm Regards,
Bob “Pizza Man” Johnson
Asst. State Captain
Deputy State Captain
San Antonio Patriot Guard
Dignity, Honor, Respect
Cell: 562-413-2223
“We can’t all be heroes. Some of us get to stand on the curb and clap as they go by.”
Will Rogers