Brunswick Post 9 Launches American Legion Riders Chapter: Join the Movement

Brunswick, GA – October 31, 2025

The American Legion Post 9 is proud to announce the organizational launch of its very own American Legion Riders Chapter, a dedicated riding program that supports veterans, promotes community service, and honors patriotic traditions.

The Organizational Meeting will be held on Thursday, November 1, 2025 at 7:00 PM at the Post 9 Home in Brunswick, immediately following standard Post business. This meeting is open to all members of the American Legion Family—Legionnaires, Sons, and Auxiliary—who are motorcycle enthusiasts or who simply want to be part of this mission-driven initiative.

Why the Riders?

The American Legion Riders (ALR) program brings together members of the Legion Family who share a love of motorcycles and service. Riders participate in local parades, veteran support missions, funeral escorts, and events that promote American values and honor our nation's heroes.

If you've ever felt the call to serve beyond meetings—on two wheels, in leather vests, or with a support crew behind the throttle—this is your moment.

What to Expect at the Meeting

Led by Post 9 Commander Wes Carico, the meeting will open with the Pledge of Allegiance, Invocation, Salute to Colors, and a reading of Resolution 288, affirming our collective commitment to POW/MIA recognition.

Topics will include:

• ALR mission and values

• Review of the Chapter Bylaws Draft

• Introduction of the organizing committee

• Membership eligibility and interest poll

• Setting regular meeting dates and dues

• Planning the first elections

• Timeline for submitting charter paperwork

We are looking for at least five (5) eligible members of the Legion Family to officially charter the Chapter—and we are confident that number will be surpassed.

Download Key Documents

To ensure full transparency and member engagement, the following materials are available for review:

RESOLUTION 2025-10-02 - RIDER CHAPTER FORMATION.pdf

Download PDF • 529KB

Agenda.pdf

Download PDF • 183KB

Post 9 ALR Constitution & By-Laws Draft.pdf

Download PDF • 313KB

Post 9 ALR Membership App.pdf

Download PDF • 46KB

Post 9 ALR Liability Waiver.pdf

Download PDF • 121KB

Note: All documents will be available in print at the meeting as well.

Join Us – Riders and Supporters Welcome

Even if you don’t currently ride, you can support the Riders Chapter. Spouses of motorcycle owners, support vehicle drivers, and volunteer coordinators are all essential to a successful and sustainable Riders program.

Whether you're in boots or bike gear, we want your voice at the table.

Questions? Contact the Post Commander or message us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/BrunswickPost9/). Let’s ride with purpose.