Land and Lake Poker Run benefits Easter Seals

[livefreeordie]

Ok so who is in.....it helps the NH Easter Seals Sat July 11th

[Tyler]

We will be there, what a great cause this is.

[Alton Bay]

Agreed. A great cause and Winnipesaukee tradition. It's been 8 or 9 years, I think.
Can't you also go by car or bike??

[robmac]

Do you have anymore info ? Time,place,where to sign up, start finish points

[DMAX]

Me and the wife will be there with 900 horse and 33 feet of boat for a great cause. Summer weather should hopefuly be here by than.

[VtSteve]

http://www.nashuatelegraph.com/apps/...TYLE/906149930

[Rattlesnake Gal]

Saturday, July 11, 2009

2009 Lake & Land Poker Run
Lake Winnipesaukee
Dedicated to Peter Makris
In Honor of Mike Whalley
10:00 AM

Hop in your boat, personal watercraft, motorcycle, truck or car and join Easter Seals NH for the region's ONLY Lake and Land Poker Run at Lake Winnipesaukee.

What is a Poker Run?
Participants traveling in a boat, motorcycle, truck or car stop at choice of checkpoints, depending on mode of transport, and pick up poker chips. The last stop for all participants is the NASWA Beach Resort, where participants turn in their chips for a poker hand. It's that easy and it's not a race!

Visit our website or call 603-623-8863 or 800-870-8728 and ask for Development

Buy tickets online

[BroadHopper]

A number of the high performance boats builders will bring demos to the poker run. Last year Polaris and Sea-doo demo their rocket sleds.

[livefreeordie]

So who is in this weekend weather is saying 77 and sunny......

[jr616]

We have done this ever year since it started.
Sponsored one year - look for my old Bright Orange Koozies on boats across the lake.
We even won once!

Please consider coming - By boat, motorcycle, car - on foot!

This is a SUPER fun event for a great cause - you can still register online at :

http://nh.easterseals.com/site/Calen...etail&id=25821

Scroll to the bottom and click on - BUY TICKETS

See you there!

[Webbsatwinni]

We were working on our deck and heard the boats coming, so we sat there and watched them go by. It was an impressive sight to see from that angle.

I only had my phone and no camera, so this is the best shot I was able to get.

And the best part is none of the boats appeared to be speeding in the broads.

[OCDACTIVE]

Originally Posted by Webbsatwinni

We were working on our deck and heard the boats coming, so we sat there and watched them go by. It was an impressive sight to see from that angle.

And the best part is none of the boats appeared to be speeding in the broads.

Glad to see Easter Seals had a successful event. Hope to be part of it next year.

Not to open a can of worms but why was that the "best part"?

Also based on that photo, I don't think you can measure 150' between them. I am suprised the legal cowboys haven't jumped up and down over that yet. I don't care if they were within 150' for it looks very safe to me, but usually that causes many posters to go wild.

[OCDACTIVE]

Has the date been set for this year's run? is this the same as the donzi run?

[Webbsatwinni]

Originally Posted by OCDACTIVE

Not to open a can of worms but why was that the "best part"?

Sorry OCD, I didn't see your post way back when,

The reason that was the best was sarcasm, I miss seeing the boats speed by in the broads and it was good to see that they appeared to have had broken speedometers that day.

That said, I was watching from a distance and could be wrong, I assume that were were going 45mph and 150 ft apart.

[OCDACTIVE]

Originally Posted by Webbsatwinni

Sorry OCD, I didn't see your post way back when,

The reason that was the best was sarcasm, I miss seeing the boats speed by in the broads and it was good to see that they appeared to have had broken speedometers that day.

That said, I was watching from a distance and could be wrong, I assume that were were going 45mph and 150 ft apart.

LOL.. Thanks...

Is this the same run as the Donzi poker run? any idea what the dates are for this season.. Filling out my summer calendar now.

[BroadHopper]

Easter Seal and Donzi poker runs are two seperate venue. Woodsy will fill you in on the Donzi.

There is another event at the beginning of bike week. A poker run around the lake to honor Peter Makris. This run raises money for the Laconia Fire Dept. rescue boat.

I love participating in these events. The folks along The Broads says it is exciting to see the boats go by. It is the best show since the APBA races back in the 90's. Although I did not participate in those races, I did volunteer to keep boaters off the course.

Another race I miss was the 70 miles water ski marathons back in the 60's and 70's. They were pretty wild as there were every conceivable type of boats racing from Boston Whalers to cabin cruisers. LOL!

[OCDACTIVE]

That is great.. Hope to participate in all of them.. Just need to know sooner rather then later.... Calendar is filling up fast!!!!

[Rattlesnake Gal]

Saturday, July 10, 2010

Easter Seals New Hampshire 10th Annual Land & Lake Poker Run

Lake Winnipesaukee, NH

Great cause!!!

[OCDACTIVE]

Originally Posted by Rattlesnake Gal

I think you mean:

Saturday, July 10, 2010

Easter Seals New Hampshire 10th Annual Land & Lake Poker Run

Lake Winnipesaukee, NH

Great cause!!! Thanks for posting livefreeordie.

Damn.. Again it is the same weekend as Jammin on the James in VA... Any idea when the Donzi Run is anyone?

[Rattlesnake Gal]

The Donzi poker run specifics are not up yet on Atlantic Coast Donzi Owners Association.
Looks like it may be last years event that is up. Wednesday to Friday doesn't make sense. I have an e-mail into them.

Saturday, June 12, 2010

4th Annual Peter Makris Memorial Ride & Run
Around Lake Winnipesaukee to Benefit the Laconia Fire Department Lifesaving Fund and Water Rescue Teams.
11:00 am – 1:00 pm at The Naswa Resort.

Monday, June 14th
Laconia Motorcycle Week Poker Run around the BIG Lake
Beginning and ending at
The Broken Antler Restaurant
7 Main Street in Meredith
$5 Entrance fee

Sign up starts at 11:00 am
Poker Run begins at 11:30 am and finishes at 2:30 pm at The Antler.
Winner takes all!

[Rattlesnake Gal]

Originally Posted by OCDACTIVE

Damn.. Again it is the same weekend as Jammin on the James in VA... Any idea when the Donzi Run is anyone?

I'm guessing it will be on July 24th, judging by last years date.
Check out the interesting thread that came after the run:
Where was the Marine Patrol?

[OCDACTIVE]

Originally Posted by Rattlesnake Gal

I'm guessing it will be on July 24th, judging by last years date.
Check out the interesting thread that came after the run:
Where was the Marine Patrol?

Thats funny... They even had an MP escort and people still complained..

Anyway marking my calendar now! No conflicts for the 24th.. Will be fun running with the donzi's. I always loved how donzi's look. Very cool looking boats with one great hull design.

[OCDACTIVE]

Originally Posted by Rattlesnake Gal

The Donzi poker run specifics are not up yet on Atlantic Coast Donzi Owners Association.
Looks like it may be last years event that is up. Wednesday to Friday doesn't make sense. I have an e-mail into them.

Saturday, June 12, 2010

4th Annual Peter Makris Memorial Ride & Run
Around Lake Winnipesaukee to Benefit the Laconia Fire Department Lifesaving Fund and Water Rescue Teams.
11:00 am – 1:00 pm at The Naswa Resort.

Monday, June 14th
Laconia Motorcycle Week Poker Run around the BIG Lake
Beginning and ending at
The Broken Antler Restaurant
7 Main Street in Meredith
$5 Entrance fee

Sign up starts at 11:00 am
Poker Run begins at 11:30 am and finishes at 2:30 pm at The Antler.
Winner takes all!

Hoping to do the Peter Makris Memorial Ride. I have never done this before. Is it similar to the Easter Seals run? Is there a specific starting point? Specific stops etc?

[Rattlesnake Gal]

Originally Posted by OCDACTIVE

Hoping to do the Peter Makris Memorial Ride. I have never done this before. Is it similar to the Easter Seals run? Is there a specific starting point? Specific stops etc?

I'm not completely sure of the specifics, but here is a rundown of the event from 2007:

Makris Honored in New Event

By KRISTA MARRS
The Citizen of Laconia

LACONIA - In honor of a man who loved motorcycles and spending time with his family at the waters edge, the Naswa Resort will hold the inaugural Peter Makris Memorial Ride & Run this Saturday.

The memorial ride around Lake Winnipesaukee will not only celebrate the life of Naswa's patriarch, Makris, but it will also serve as a fundraiser for the Laconia Fire Department's Life Saving Fund and Water Rescue Teams.

Makris, the father figure of the third-generation, family-run Naswa Resort, was a true lover of "the ride" and could often be seen driving around The Weirs and throughout Laconia on his trike motorcycle, sporting the colors of the New Hampshire Leathernecks.

Makris died at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Dana Farber Ward in Boston on Feb. 4 at the age of 82.

Known as "The Golden Greek," Makris served as Belknap County Attorney and a Laconia Ward 6 City Councilor and he was active in Republican politics, but also remained a devoted family man.

The event in his honor will kick off between 10 and 11 a.m. on Saturday as motorcycles and boats will meet at the Naswa, located at 1086 Weirs Boulevard. There participants will receive arm bands, T-shirts, coffee and a Danish.

Participants may sign up at the Naswa Resort, Manchester and Nashua Harley-Davidson and online at www.naswa.com.

From 11:15 and to 1:15 p.m., boats will "run" to the Alton Bay Band Stand to pick up a memento and return to the Naswa. Bikers then will ride around Lake Winnipesaukee, Meredith, Alton, and Gilford with a police escort with a 1:30 p.m. return to the Naswa Beach Bar for live entertainment, prize drawings and plenty of fun.

There also will be a Bike & Boat show and Fire Brigade Bagpipers.

[Rattlesnake Gal]

I wonder if they might have dropped the boat part of this ride?

Peter Makris Memorial Run

DATE June 12, 2010
DIRECTIONS NASWA Resort 1086 Weirs Blvd Laconia, NH
Locate Peter Makris Memorial Run Get a Google Map of the Area.
CITY / STATE Laconia, New Hampshire (NH)
DESCRIPTION

Every year it gets bigger and bigger! Don't miss it in 2010 -- the 4th Annual Peter Makris Memorial Run kicks off the Laconia Motorcycle Week! This is Laconia MC Week's biggest single event and the only police escorted ride.

You'll ride with celebrity bike builders, The Leathernecks, lots of fire, police and rescue people from around the country! This party starts with a big continental breakfast and ends with a huge, lip smacking lunch buffet on the beach at the NASWA resort.

Details and sign up info are available at www.naswa.com

For all your Motorcycle Event information check out the Motorcycle Monster.

For more information about this event, Please see below.
WEBSITE http://www.naswa.com
http://www.facebook.com/naswaresort
EMAIL LE@prpower.biz
CONTACT Lizz Egan
PHONE 603-366-4341
FAX 603-366-5731

[robmac]

Just spoke with them and the boats are still included and they'll be updating as time progresses. You can also sighn up the morning of the event at the tent at Naswa. Great event and charity.

[OCDACTIVE]

Originally Posted by robmac

Just spoke with them and the boats are still included and they'll be updating as time progresses. You can also sighn up the morning of the event at the tent at Naswa. Great event and charity.

are they just doing the one stop in alton? or possibly more?

[robmac]

The lady in charge is in FL so I couldn't get much info other than yes boats are still included and the web site would be updated.

[OCDACTIVE]

Originally Posted by robmac

The lady in charge is in FL so I couldn't get much info other than yes boats are still included and the web site would be updated.

Hey Rob. About one month away and both the website and the naswa site doesn't have any information regarding the "boating" portion of the run. Anyone have the details? Start time? Costs? Stops? Prizes?

[BroadHopper]

Spoke to James. he assured me that the Memorial Run will include boats.

It's a great cause. Where bikers meet boaters!

[OCDACTIVE]

Originally Posted by BroadHopper

Spoke to James. he assured me that the Memorial Run will include boats.

It's a great cause. Where bikers meet boaters!

It does sound like fun and for a great cause, but still need the details and how it is to be run.

[onlywinni]

Do I take the Harley or the Baja.......Tough decisions......

[OCDACTIVE]

Originally Posted by onlywinni

Do I take the Harley or the Baja.......Tough decisions......

UMMMM.. Baja!