DIRECTOR'S MESSAGE
Greetings Fellow Riders and Legion Family,
Hopefully, we've seen the last of the winter weather. I'm not holding my breath, but I do have my fingers crossed.
Your American Legion Riders continue to support Veterans in the eastern Nebraska area. In February, members of our chapter stood in flaglines for a number of deceased Veterans and honored their legacy. My thanks go out to all of you for honoring our Veterans in this way. I know the families appreciate your participation.
February also brought the ABATE District 2 Bike Show. Ray Paulson and Ed Saffold showed their bikes, and each won first place trophies in their class. Congrats to them both. We also sold raffle tickets for both the motorcycle (that was recently donated to us) and the rifle. See the flyers elsewhere on this page. Please see me, or any of the Riders, for tickets.
With Spring just around the corner, many of us are looking forward to getting our "knees in the breeze" once again. I've noticed quite a few motorcycles out and about, and there will be more and more of them as the weather turns warmer. For my fellow motorcyclists, whether on two- or three-wheels, please keep your head on a swivel and watch out for other vehicles. For my fellow car drivers, please keep an eye out for motorcyclists (even the "nut jobs").
Until next time,
Ride (and Drive) Safe!
Bruce Gubser
Director, Lincoln Chapter 3
American Legion Riders
ALR Gun Raffle
ALR Motorcycle Raffle
Veterans' Mission of Mercy Donation
Post 3 American Legion Riders
WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO
We are NOT a motorcycle club!
We are a part of the nation’s largest wartime veteran’s service organization, members of the American Legion “Family” (Legionnaires, Sons and Auxiliary members) who have joined together to ride our motorcycles for fun and fellowship and to remember and dedicate our self to our original purpose. Service to Our Country.
Being a part of the American Legion, the Riders are committed to:
1. Mentoring youth and sponsorship of wholesome programs for them in our communities,
2. Advocating patriotism and honor,
3. Promoting strong national security, and
4. Continued devotion to our fellow service members and veterans.
True to the Legion's grassroots tradition, each local Riders chapter manages its programs at the post level. Annually the Post 3 Riders are part of many projects and events.
ALR at Touch-A-Truck
Membership Requirements
American Legion Riders Post #3 Lincoln, NE
The requirements for membership are.
A. An individual must be a current member of one of the following:
1. An American Legion Post
2. An American Legion Auxiliary Unit
3. A Sons of the American Legion Squadron
B. Each individual shall in order to establish and maintain membership, own (name on title) a motorcycle of at least 350cc in size (no ATV's) that is licensed and insured as required by Nebraska state law.
C.Each individual must have paid the required dues and submitted any required documentation annually.
Dues and Documentation of Membership
a. Dues will be $20.00 per calendar year. To remain a member annual dues will be required to be paid by April 1st, each year.
b. To insure accurate information on members is maintained, Members annually shall verify that the information contained on their original application is current and correct or provide any changes to the information at time of renewal of membership.
c. Persons joining the Chapter at any time during the year will be required to submit a completed Post 3 ALR application to verify they meet membership requirements and pay the annual dues for that year.
Membership qualification may be verified at any time by the Sergeant at Arms.
For History and info: https://www.legion.org/riders/about
2026 OFFICERS
Leadership 2026
Director: Bruce Gubser
Assistant Director: Mike Streeter
Secretary &
Membership: Erik Miksch
Treasurer: Lori Gubser
Road Captain: John Humphrey
Sergeant-at-Arms: Bill Beede
Chaplain: Glen Masek
Our meetings are held the Third Thursday of every month, 7:00 PM @ the Denton Legion Club, 7226 Lancaster Avenue, Denton, NE 68339
Minutes May 2026 Meeting
ALR Post 3 Meeting Minutes
21 May 2026
Denton American Legion Post #355
*1800 meet and greet – Dinner furnished to members at their cost by Host.
1901 Call to Order - by Director
Present Colors and MIA Chair Attention to Colors – by Director
Prayer - by Chaplain
MIA chair - by Sgt at Arms
Pledge of Allegiance - by Director
Recitation of American Legion Rider Creed - by Director
Opening Introductions
Officer Roll Call - by Secretary
Director - Present
Assistant Director - Absent
Secretary - Present
Treasurer - Present
Ride Captain - Present
Sergeant at Arms - Present
Self-Introduction of 16 members, 1 guests, and 0 prospective members.
Minutes from previous meeting - by Secretary
The April meeting minutes were posted on the Post 3 ALR web page, and on April 18th membership was asked to review and forward any needed changes, additions or deletions. It was identified that the date of the meeting showed the year 2065.
Director – The year will be corrected to 2026 on the ALR website and approved as posted.
Membership report - by Secretary
We have 39 paid members.
Financial Report -
A copy of the April report was sent to all membership on 10 May 2026. The report was reviewed, and it indicates our account balance is $6,989.90.
Reports from Officers
Director – Nothing
Assistant Director – absent
Secretary – Nothing
Treasurer – absent
Ride Captain –
- Ride order will be sent out for Memorial Day ceremonies after the meeting. Dinner Ride on May 29, ride order will be sent by B. Gubser.
June 13-14 Ride for America from Scottsbluff to Lincoln.
- June 20th the Denton Legion will be having a poker run. Mark Fulmer from the Denton American Legion Post was present and presented the flyer, asking for the Chapter 3 Legion Riders to come and participate to support.
Sergeant at Arms - nothing
Reports from Committees
Rifle Raffle Committee – 250 tickets left to be signed-out and sold. E. Miksch is stepping back from the Rifle Raffle due to family, and the tickets are now with G. Misek. Neil has the signup sheet for the Gun Show at the Event Center June 26-28. B. Gubser will inquire about free admissions for Rifle Raffle volunteers.
Motorcycle Raffle – Sales continue, not many sold. Approximately 120 tickets have been sold ($2400). Would like to sell at least another $4000 worth. The motorcycle was taken to the Electricians Union where 20 tickets were sold. Let B. Gubser know of any events/opportunities where the bike can be shown to help boost ticket sales.
Old Business
- Ride for America – Nebraska 250 Flag Escort – June 13-14, Flag Day weekend / Army Birthday weekend. So far, approximately 40 riders have registered. There is a link to register that is posted on the Riders Facebook page that will take one to the registration link where one can register for either one or both days. Basic route is Scottsbluff, Alliance, Thedford, Kearney for the first day. Second day is on to Grand Island, Central City, Wahoo, Bellevue then Lincoln. Several events planned along the route ending with a ceremony at the State Capital with guest speakers. Lincoln Post 3 will raise the escorted flag on the north side of the Capital where it will be flown from Flag Day to the 4th of July, afterward it will be taken down and presented to the Department Headquarters Museum. There is a patch that participants will receive. B. Gubser made a $50 donation in the name of Chapter 3 to the event to help with the costs. If you have any questions, please contact B. Gubser.
- Memorial Day – Cemetery Trek – If you are going on the Cemetery Trek, there is a new Warden at the State Penitentiary who wants to know the names of anyone who is going to the cemetery. B. Gubser will pass along names prior to Memorial Day. See Ride Order for ride details.
New Business
- National ALR Legacy Ride – August 23-27, Starting in Lincoln on August 23rd. Lincoln to Fort Knox, Kentucky. Rider meeting on August 22nd at Frontier H-D. Riders can sign up for individual days, there is a fee, but fuel is covered.
-Touch a Truck Event on September 26th, 1000-1400.
- Flag Exchange at Scheels. Friday, June 26th at Scheels from 1430-1830.
Other Comments for the Good of the Chapter
W. Smisek has flag line flags from when he was the Ride Captain that he will pass on to B. Gubser.
Please be mindful of noise levels and the community when it comes to revving motorcycles. Some residents may not appreciate the noise that others may enjoy.
Next meeting date and place
June 18 at the Denton Legion Club.
Meet and greet at 1800 with meal provided by Post at member’s expense. Meeting to follow at 1900.
Closing Prayer – by Chaplain
Adjournment – by Director
Meeting adjourned at 1929
Chapter 3 Legion Riders In Action
