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PATRIOT GUARD RIDERS OF TEXAS NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS |
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Announcement- New DSC, GOTG Posted: 01/09/2023 |
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I sincerely hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and I want to wish you all a happy 2023! I have some exciting news to share with you. Roy Duke has stepped into the position of Deputy State Captain for the SETX region. His email is royduke003@gmail.com and his phone is 713-202-0917. Bob and I are very happy to welcome him to the team. I want to remind everyone about the Gathering of the Guard for 2023. If you haven’t shared the information with your region, please do so. Here is the booking information: We are bringing back the GATHERING OF THE GUARD. It will be somewhat modified, but overall, the goal is the same- let’s gather! There is no planned meal and no auction. Everyone is free to make their own plans and arrangements. There will be a ride on the famous 3 Sisters on Saturday, if weather allows. Overall, it is a chance for us to socialize and put names to faces. The dates are April 28-30, 2023, but of course, you may come earlier or stay later. The venue is Medina Highpoint Resort, located in Medina, Texas. https://rvcoutdoors.com/medina-highpoint-resort/ You can make reservations online using the link above or call them directly, but PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU STATE THAT YOU ARE WITH THE PATRIOT GUARD RIDERS. We will receive a discount on bookings and free use of the “party barn” once we reach 10 total reservations and a discount on rates will be given at 15 reservations. Discount taken at check in. I received an email regarding social media expectations from National. Please review your policies and make sure we are all on the same page. https://www.patriotguard.org/download/social-media-webpage-and-online-presence-guidelines-2022-11-15/ (scroll down and you’ll see it) As always, I thank you all for what you do each and every day in honoring our nation’s heroes and first responders. Respectfully, Mylissa “L.F.” Pannell- Munguia State Captain, Patriot Guard Riders of Texas txsc@patriotguard.org 210-445-2511 | |||||||||
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2023 Gathering Of The Guard Posted: 12/13/2022 |
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Gathering of the Guard reincarnated is scheduled for 28-29 April 2023.
More information as it becomes available.
Patriot Guard Riders of Texas, We are bringing back the GATHERING OF THE GUARD. It will be somewhat modified, but overall, the goal is the same- let’s gather! There is no planned meal and no auction. Everyone is free to make their own plans and arrangements. There will be a ride on the famous 3 Sisters on Saturday, if weather allows. Overall, it is a chance for us to socialize and put names to faces.
You can make reservations online using the link above or call them
directly, but “PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU STATE THAT YOU ARE WITH THE
PATRIOT GUARD RIDERS”. We will receive a discount on bookings at
15 reservations (to be computed at check in) and free use of the “party
barn” once we reach 10 total reservations (we just have to clean up
after ourselves).
April 28 & 29,
departing April 30, 2023. Following is a list of the cabin styles
and their prices and the different RV site prices. These prices
are our Best Available Rates, which are non-refundable. Payment is
made at the time of booking the reservation. The deposit is
non-refundable however if someone needs to cancel, we can put that
deposit into a guest account to be used toward a future stay. The
following rates would have a 10% discount off the stated prices if 15 or
more sites were booked.
Bunkhouse cabins for
a 2-night stay would be $251.28, taxes & fees included.
View cabins for
a 2-night stay would be $452.76, taxes & fees included.
Hideaway cabins for
a 2-night stay would be $541.06, taxes and fees included.
Getaway cabins for
a 2-night stay would be 554.88, taxes and fees included.
King cabins for
a 2-night stay would be 814.26, taxes and fees included.
The Ranch House/Retreat
for a 2-night stay would be $1920.90, taxes and fees included.
RV sites - back in sites &
head in sites for 2-nightstay would be $135.52.
RV Sites - pull thru sites
for a 2-night stay would be $147.84. RV sites – deluxe plus pull thru
for a 2-night stay would be $152.76.
Thanks for all you do. Take care and Merry
Christmas!
Mylissa “L.F.” Pannell-Munguia
State
Captain, Patriot Guard Riders of Texas
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Leadership Change In Southeast Texas Posted: 12/13/2022 |
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A Letter From The PGR Board of Directors Posted: 09/01/2022 |
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Fellow Patriots:
Your PGR National President, David “Bear” Noble, has retired to the Flag Line as of 1 September 2022. Since becoming a PGR member in 2006, David has served the PGR and those whom we all desire to serve with the utmost Honor, Respect, Compassion, Dignity, and Integrity. During his tenure with the PGR David has served in countless roles and ways, leaving an indelible imprint upon endless numbers of people. The hallmark of David’s service has been one of service with humility, the mission of the PGR at the forefront of his thinking and deeds. David has culminated his service to the PGR, and our nation’s Heroes, by serving as your PGR National President for the past four years. He has set a standard we would all do well in striving to emulate. Please consider joining us in extending David best wishes during his retirement to the Flag Line and may he always enjoy “Fair Winds and Following Seas”! Patriot Guard Riders National Board of Directors |
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A Letter From PGR Outgoing National President Posted: 09/01/2022 |
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August 31, 2022
Ladies and Gentlemen of the PGR, As my term as your National President draws to an end at midnight tonight, August 31, 2022, I would like to express my sincere appreciation to each and every one of you for your dedication to our Veterans, the honor and respect you have shown, and for your support of this wonderful Organization. I am proud to be part of an organization such as the PGR. It has been my great honor to serve you and this Organization as your National President. I have nothing but respect and admiration for the National Board of Directors, the Regional Ride Captains, the State Captains, the General Membership, and how you have all performed over the years. I have had the opportunity to talk with hundreds of you over the last 4 years. We have had our ups and downs, but they have mostly been ups. For that, I am grateful. We have watched as this Organization has grown and flourished to become what it is today. With that in mind, we must not let this great Organization slip away. Most of our members are getting older and cannot perform all the functions that are required of us. We must endeavor to bring more of the younger generation into membership. Tomorrow, when I awaken as a member of General Membership, I know that the Patriot Guard Riders will be in great hands from the National Board of Directors down to the newest member. Each of you should be proud of your accomplishments. You are the backbone of this Great Organization! I wish you all the best in your future endeavors, safe travels, great health, and continued growth. I hope to see you someday in the Flag line. With Respect, David ‘Bear’ Noble National President Patriot Guard Riders |
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WEB Site Updates Posted: 08/28/2022 |
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Ladies and Gentlemen,
We received no communication from the past Texas State Captain from October 1, 2020, until last week (08/28/2022) when we were contacted by the current State Captain. She provided updates to the Texas leadership information and those updates were made within 12 hours. She also agreed to review the information on this WEB site to make sure it is still current. The PGR of Texas State WEB Site (TXPGR.ORG) has been provided at no cost to the PGR since 2010 by a PGR member since 2007, but the information contained herein MUST be provided by the State Captain or National Leadership. We strongly believe that the only thing worse than having no published information is having incorrect or out of date information published. Therefore, if you see something in these categories published here, please contact the Texas State Captain and ask that it be corrected or updated. It has been an honor to serve in the PGR with all you other Patriots! |
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Texas State Leadership Change - State Captain Stepping Down Posted: 09/02/2020 |
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I will be stepping down as Texas State Captain effective October 1,2020. The current Asst Texas State Captain, Tim Kenslow, will be stepping up as the new Texas State Captain. As announced previously, Mylissa Pannell-Munguia will continue as the Texas Asst State Captain. It has been a pleasure and very rewarding to serve as the State Captain for Texas but it is time for me to pass this responsibility to new blood. Tim's contact information: timothykenslow@gmail.com home: 903-915-4711 cell: 713-303-5437 Thanks -- Steve Conger Texas State Captain Patriot Guard Riders Tyler, TX. USA 281-380-3422 | |||||||||
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Additional State Captain Named Posted: 04/23/2020 |
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Tim and I are happy to announce an addition to our Texas leadership team. Melissa Pannell-Munguia will become our second Assistant State Captain.
Melissa has been doing a great job supporting our San Antonio Region. Please congratulate Melissa on her new position. Steve Conger Texas State Captain Patriot Guard Riders Tyler, TX. USA 281-380-3422 | |||||||||
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2020 Texas Gathering Of The Guard
- Canceled Posted: 03/19/2020 |
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All Due to the continued increased risk and per the Governor’s Executive Order stating that there will be no gatherings of more than ten (10) people, we will cancel the GOTG for 2020. The status of Missions will be determined by your Region's DSC. Steve Conger Texas State Captain Patriot Guard Riders Tyler, TX. USA 281-380-3422 | |||||||||
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2020 Texas Gathering Of The Guard Posted: 01/30/2020 |
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FYI - Here is the link to the web page and registration for GOTG.
Will be going out shortly to DSCs to distribute to their members.
Subject: Texas Gathering of the Guard 2020 web link Here is the link again. I checked it on my iPhone and there was no issue with the lines screwing up again. I checked on my iPhone too to make sure. https://pgrtxgotg2020.eventcreate.com Holly | |||||||||
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NEWS FROM 2019 AND PRIOR |
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2020 Texas Gathering Of The Guard Posted: 11/26/2019 |
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CenTex PGR will be hosting 2020's Gathering of the Guard at Big Chief RV & Cabin Resort April 3-5. The Resort blocked off ten RV spots for us, and are willing to block more off as needed.
The spot numbers are #37 - #44 and #58 - #59 for PGR. They are giving us a flat rally rate of $35 per night for the rv sites. No cabins have been block, so you will need to call and reserve as soon as possible because we only have 10 cabins and they go quick. The cabin prices for the 1 Bedroom include 1 vehicle or 2 motorcycles. The price for the 2 Bedroom covers 2 vehicles or 4 motorcycles. For folks who are planning on daytripping, there will be a $5.00 per person to use the facilities on the property. For more information about the property, feel free to contact https://www.bigchiefrvresort.com/ to ask or make reservations. Please let them know that you are part of the PGR; they will give us a discount on the clubhouse we us if we reserve enough cabins and RV slots. Big Chief RV & Cabin Resort 1420 FM 690 Burnet, TX 78611 Phone: (512) 793-4746 Fax: (512) 793-4585 E-Mail: contact@bigchiefrvresort.com Steve Conger Texas State Captain Patriot Guard Riders Tyler, TX. USA 281-380-3422 | |||||||||
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Texas Regional County Responsibility Update Posted: 07/22/2019 |
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As the result of the request noted below,
the following county realignments will be
implemented on August 01, 2019. A note has been placed on the map in red, but it may take some time to redraw the lines on the map - it will be updated as soon as possible.
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Texas Regional County Responsibility Posted: 07/20/2019 |
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All I have been requested to review the
regional lines to insure that the region's county
responsibilities are where they should be. Any changes requested
will require both effected regions approval. The official region
responsibility map can be found on the State's Web Page
http://pgrtexas.org/. Please advise if have any requested changes for review.
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PGR Merchandise Posted: 07/02/2019 |
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All - From National All production of PGR Merchandise must
stop. This includes windshield clings, banners,
patches, shirts, coins etc. that has "Patriot Guard Riders" or
the PGR triangle on it. All PGR Merchandise must be purchased
through the National store. The National Store will quote any item required. The last 3 items that I had National
quote on
was cheaper than the local supplier so cost should not be an
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PGR of Texas Executive Board Changes Posted: 04/05/2019 |
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All - FYI Tom Hardin has been elected to the Executive Board and will be replacing John as our new Sec/Treasurer. Mark Gravit was also elected to the Executive Board last year. I want to welcome both Tom and Mark for stepping up to serve. PGR of Texas Executive Board: Steve Conger - President Tim Kenslow - Vice President Tom Hardin - Sec /Treasure John Watts - Member-at-Large Mark Gravit - Member-at-Large Thanks -- Steve Conger Texas State Captain Patriot Guard Riders Tyler, TX. USA 281-380-3422 | |||||||||
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Reminder - 2019 Gathering of the Guard, April 5-7, 2019 Posted: 11/08/2018 |
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HEART OF TEXAS RESORT  Riders, The Austin PGR region is hosting next year's Gathering of the Guard. It will take place at the Heart of Texas Resort near Ink's Lake. They have toured this location (and some others), and it looks like it will work out well. The accommodations are spacious and in good repair, and it's right in the heart of some great Central Texas riding country. Plenty to do and explore in the area as well. Friday, April 5 to Sunday, April 7. There are cabins, condos, and RV sites. Call 512-756-7766, Ruth Ann or Kenny. Heart of Texas Resort Join riders from across the state for a fun weekend. -- Steve Conger Texas State Captain Patriot Guard Riders Tyler, TX. USA | |||||||||
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National PGR Elections Posted: 08/27/2018 |
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All - FYI
State Captains elect National PGR Board Members. A Board Member can serve a max of 2 - 2 year terms. The election process has concluded for the President and Treasure.. Rob "bees" Butler (current President) has completed his second term.
Steve Conger | |||||||||
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Snowball Express Event Moving To Walt Disney World® Resort In Florida! Posted: 03/27/2018 |
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2018 Texas Gathering Of The Guard (GOTG)
Posted: 02/27/2018 |
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REMINDER! East Texas is hosting the GOTG this year. It
will be held at Crockett Family Resort, which is outside of Crocket,
Texas, on Houston County Lake. The GOTG 2018 registration form and
itinerary can be downloaded from the links below. T shirts are available
and the planned tour routes will make many really happy they joined us. PDF Document
170112 GOTG 2018 REG_SCHEDULE We are in need of items for
the auction. Please collect and bring auction items with you to the
GOTG. Thanks Steve Conger | |||||||||
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Message from State Captain Bobby
Stroka Posted: 10/01/2017 |
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TO ALL TEXAS PGR MEMBERS
Over the last several years I have had the Honor to serve the Patriot Guard Riders in several positions, with the focus always on honoring our Hero's and their families. A plan has been in place for awhile now, and it's time to turn the reins of Texas State Captain over to Steve Conger. Please give a Texas size welcome to Steve and his new team as he assumes the leadership role effective Oct 1st. I would like to thank all the members of the Patriot Guard for the tremendous job you do each and every day Honoring our Heroes. I was moved with the support of our members during the devastating storms we had. Not only did you continue to stand for our fallen, but you also gave from your hearts, gathering donations and delivering them to the areas hardest hit. What a class act by the greatest organization. Thank You!! So not to get too long winded, just one last thing to say: Thank you for being members!!! Bobby "kawabob" Stroka State Captain Texas Patriot Guard Riders | |||||||||
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PGR State Leadership Change Posted: 10/01/2017 |
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I want to thank Bobby for his leadership and guidance as I take over the rains of the Texas PGR. Bobby has decided it is time to step back into an RC role. As you know, I have been serving as the Texas PGR Assistant State Captain. Before this, I had the privilege of serving as a RC, Assistant DSC, and DSC for the East Texas Region. I look forward to the chance to continue to grow and provide guidance to the Texas PGR. II am happy to announce that Tim Kenslow has stepped up to accepted the position of Assistant State Captain. Tim was serving as a DSC for the South East Region. Please join me in congratulating Tim in his new position and provide him with the support you have given me. I have included contact information and a short bio for Tim. Tim Kenslow cell: 713-303-5437 e-mail: timothykenslow@gmail.com Bio – Born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, March 28, 1948 and moved to Houston, Texas in 1957. Served in the United States Army from 1968 to 1971. Stationed in Germany where I was assigned to a Missile Unit. Returned to Houston and worked in Retail for 48 years before retiring. Joined PGR in November, 2010, where I am honored to say I have had the privilege of moving up into numerous leadership positions including Ride Captain and Deputy State Captain for the South East Region. Both my wife (Pam) and I come from long lines of Military families that served with Honor. She has been a PGR member since 2012. Thanks -- Steve Conger Texas State Captain Patriot Guard Riders Tyler, TX. USA 281-380-3422 | |||||||||
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PGR State Leadership Changes Posted: 02/25/2016 |
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Greetings fellow Patriot Guard Riders
We have a couple of announcements to make regarding positions at the state level. Mike Eubank’s will be stepping down as ASC [Assistant State Captain]. He has decided to attend to personal circumstances and since family always comes first, we all stand behind him in his decision. Mike will still be a RC in the East Texas region and will continue to support the PGR in any capacity he can when the opportunity is right. Please keep him and his family in your thoughts and prayers. Steve Conger is out of our East Texas region and has accepted the position of ASC. Please welcome him in his new position within the PGR. Short Bio from Steve: I was born in Brownsville and raised in Texas. Joined the US Army during the Vietnam era and was stationed at Fort Sill with the responsibility of training soldiers in field artillery. After my tour of duty, I attended the University of Texas at Arlington earning a degree in Finance. I started my work career in the oil field. Married and raised 4 children. Retired from Exxon Mobil after 35 years of traveling and working all over the world including Australia, Bolivia, Thailand, Qatar, and Africa setting up shore bases and installing gas turbines. We moved back to Tyler, into my family home, after retirement and I joined the East Texas Patriot Guard. As everyone does, I started as a rider enjoying riding to missions and honoring our veterans. My movement in the Patriot Guard was from a rider to a Ride Captain, Asst. DSC, and then DSC. I have learned the importance of our members and as a veteran, I understand the importance of honoring our vets and first responders. Steve will assume his new position March 1 2016. In addition, we also have a new DSC, Jim Short, and ADSC, Bill Parrish, in the East Texas Region. Please welcome them to their new positions within the PGR. We are also going to be restarting the monthly newsletter to better keep the members up to date on changes within the state. West Texas will be hosting the GTOG this year in Media at the High Point Ranch. This is a great opportunity to get out meet other PGR members and relax. Bobby Stroka Texas State Captain Patriot Guard Riders | |||||||||
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Open Carry and The Texas Patriot
Guard Riders
Posted: 12/10/2015 |
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Greetings fellow Texas Patriot Guard Riders: With the soon to be Open Carry Law, we have had several questions about how this will affect the Patriot Guard. As we understand the law, you must be a licensed Concealed Handgun License (CHL) holder in order to legally carry a handgun in the open. The Texas Patriot Guard is not in the position to question your rights as a licensed CHL holder. A CHL license holder knows where they are allowed to carry a weapon and where they are not allowed to carry based on the laws. That being said, we all need to remember that the Patriot Guard are invited guests of the family of a fallen Hero at their most sacred time and we are there to pay Honor and Respect. That respect and common sense needs to prevail. Our missions/ flag lines are not the place to be displaying an open weapon. The Texas Patriot Guard Riders policy will be that no open carry will be permitted on any mission. The Ride Captain in charge of the mission does have the authority to ask anyone who is open carrying to remove the firearm and place it out of view, and/or ask the individual to leave the mission if they refuse. This policy is not in any way, shape, or form to infringe on the rights of a CHL holder, but to simply set a higher standard to which the Patriot Guard is known for and presents to our Hero’s families at each and every mission. Thank you all for supporting the Patriot Guard Riders and Honoring our Hero’s Any questions can be directed to me at bstroka@sbcglobal.net Bobby Stroka Texas State Captain Patriot Guard Riders
Urgent Communication From The
Texas State Captain |
Posted: 06/04/2015
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Code of Conduct for
PGR Members
Enforcement: Failure to comply with the above Code of Conduct and/or the
Harassment Policy may be grounds for removal as a member.
If anyone has any questions they can contact me directly via email (bstroka@sbsglobal.net)
or phone 281-728-4172
Bobby "kawabob" Stroka
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