[2017] US Air Force Reserve Yellow Ribbon Program (104-17) 18 Jun 17

[sgtmack]

The San Antonio Patriot Guard Riders have been invited to attend and participate in the US Air Force Reserve Yellow Ribbon Program. This is a Community Event honoring our service members as they transition back and forth from deployments.

"Our Air Force Reserve Yellow Ribbon Program (YRP) is hosting a 900 person event next weekend, 16-18 June 2017 @ Grand Hyatt Hotel, 600 E. Market St., San Antonio, TX, 78205. Your show time is Sun, 18 Jun '17 approx. 1000-1030 for 1130-1145 Culmination of PGR 5-min address to our military warriors and their supporting warrior families, friends, and loved ones. HUA!"

REQUESTOR: DIANA T. MARLETTE, SMSgt, USAF
433 AW Yellow Ribbon Program Event Coordinator &
First Sergeant 26th Aerial Port Squadron
410 N. Frank Luke Dr. (Bldg. 1530, Rm. 208)
JBSA-Lackland TX 78226

ADDITIONAL POC: Captain Alan Fairey
MSgt James Briggs

STAGING: 1015 Hours, Sunday, June 18, 2017
Grand Hyatt Hotel (Northwest Corner, Concrete Patio, Ground Level)
600 E. Market Street
San Antonio, Texas 78205
https://goo.gl/maps/QknuQ9yn89G2
PARKING: TBA

FLAG LINE: 1125 Hours (Inside Mission)
Both Sides of the Main Conference/Ballroom Room for closing remarks
and as the members exit the event.

RC DUTY: Introduce yourself and conduct a 3-5 minute talk about the PGR, use what you need from the National Website or talk about why we all do what we do:

“The Patriot Guard Riders is a 100% Volunteer, Federally registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization which ensures dignity and respect at memorial services honoring Fallen Military Heroes, First Responders and honorably discharged Veterans.”

Our Vision
The Patriot Guard Riders is a diverse amalgamation of riders from across the nation. We have one thing in common besides motorcycles. We have an unwavering respect for those who risk their very lives for America’s freedom and security including Fallen Military Heroes, First Responders and honorably discharged Veterans. If you share this respect, please join us.

We don’t care what you ride or if you ride, what your political views are, or whether you’re a hawk or a dove. It is not a requirement that you be a veteran. It doesn't matter where you’re from or what your income is; you don’t even have to ride. The only prerequisite is Respect.

Our main mission is to attend the funeral services of fallen American heroes as invited guests of the family. Each mission we undertake has two basic objectives:
1. Show our sincere respect for our fallen heroes, their families, and their communities.
2. Shield the mourning family and their friends from interruptions created by any protester or group of protesters.
We accomplish the latter through strictly legal and non-violent means.

To those of you who are currently serving and fighting for the freedoms of others, at home and abroad, please know that we are backing you. We honor and support you with every mission we carry out, and we are praying for a safe return home for all."

How many members nationwide over 330K spread in all the states. TEXAS has 11 PGR Regions, we are the San Antonio Region of Texas Patriot Guard Introduce other attending members and their service if applicable, i.e.: Ride Captain Bob " Pizza Man" Johnson, US Navy Vietnam Era Veteran Flag Captain, Martin "SoJo" Sojourner, US Navy Vietnam Veteran and so forth

RC: Bob "Pizza Man" Johnson

FC: Martin "SoJo" Sojourner

WEATHER: Hi 98 / Lo 74, 10% chance of rain, 53% Humidity

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 respect for this patriot and their family. NO TALKING, SMOKING, CHEWING OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS, OR CELL PHONE USE IN THE FLAG LINE! NO LITTERING, INCLUDES CIGARETTE BUTTS!!
Respectfully,

Mr. Jean "Dae Wi" Clark
Deputy State Captain
Patriot Guard, San Antonio, TX
Dignity, Honor, Respect
Cell: 210-452-2745