CONFIRMED: WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA CEREMONY (254-24) 14 Dec 24
2117 Harry Wurzbach Rd
San Antonio, TX 78209
USA
WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA CEREMONY
At the invitation of WAA, Join us on National Wreaths Across America Day, December 14, 2024. Each December on National Wreaths Across America Day, our mission is to Remember, Honor and Teach is carried out by coordinating wreath-laying ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery, as well as over 3,600 additional locations in all 50 U.S. states, at sea, and abroad.
When we arrive at the Assembly Area, we will meet at the Flag Truck. At 8:45 am, we will put up a Flag Line around the Assembly Area. We will be using All the Service Flags and a POW/MIA Flag.
WEATHER: Hi 68 / Lo 59, 18 % chance of rain, 81 % Humidity, Wind: 5 mph ESE
REQUESTOR: Barbara Johnson, WAA – San Antonio
STAGING: 7:45 am, Saturday, December 14, 2024
Ebb Tide Lounge
2117 Harry Wurzbach Road
San Antonio, Texas 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/4sMDzLt1L3RavAzh7
BRIEFING: 8:00 am
KSU: 8:05 am
OPENING CEREMONY: 9:00 am – Assembly Area
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Road
San Antonio, Texas 78209
https://goo.gl/maps/kQ68VALuUAptXpgS9
RC: Tom “Tom Cat” Wilson
tomcatwilson2019@gmail.com
FC 1: Richard “Bean” Sandoval
Richardsandoval196@hotmail.com
FC 2: Rich “Richie Rich” Pachecano
rich@pachecano.net
**WE WILL NEED 50 FLAGS AND 8 SERVICE FLAG POLES
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