About the Fremont Harley Owners Group Chapter
Welcome to the Fremont, CA Harley Owners Group (HOG). Members of Fremont HOG have at least one common interest -- Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Being a member means meeting new people, participating in rides, events and charitable efforts.
History
Fremont HOG was established in April,1989 and became an official organization on June 21, 1989. The first meeting was held on April 20, 1989 and chartered fifty-five (55) members. The original officers were Director Randy Morgan, Assistant Director Buzz Dare, Secretary/Treasurer Tom Bryan and Activities Officer Gary Perry. At the time, Cycle Center of Fremont/Harley-Davidson was located on Fremont Blvd., next to the Round Table Pizza where the chapter's first meeting was and still is being held today. Dennis Hall, former owner of the dealership, appointed Randy Morgan as Director and he served for the next five years. In 1995, the chapter, with Dennis Hall's blessings, embraced the election process for their primary officers.
The first issue of the original chapter newsletter, "Road-Hog Rag", was published in July, 1989 with Tom Bryan as the editor. The newsletter's name has since been changed to "Hog Lines".
Fremont HOG held the first Halloween Run at a private picnic location in Niles Canyon on October 15, 1989. This annual event is the main source of income that supports both the chapter and its charity programs.
In 1991, Fremont HOG introduced the 'ABC's-in-a-Day'. This program was derived from National H.O.G.'s "ABC's of Touring". For more about this unique event, go to "ABC's in a Day".
In 1996, Dennis Hall passed away. He is remembered by the annual "Dennis Hall Ride the Canyons" run.
Membership
Membership is required to participate in most chapter events. You must be a member in good standing of the National Harley Owners Group (HOG) to apply for or renew chapter membership. Visit our membership page.
Meetings
Chapter meetings are held at Round Table Pizza, 37480 Fremont Blvd., on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month at 7:30 PM. Officers meet on the 2nd Thursday and the road captains meet on the 4th Thursday of each month.
Information
We publish a monthly newsletter that is posted on our Web site and mailed to members who do not have excess to the Internet. A calendar of events is included in the newsletter and on our Web site. Major events for the year are listed in the February newsletter.
Events
Upcoming rides and events are also announced at chapter meetings.
Recorded information about upcoming rides and events can be heard on our "HOG line" (510-888-4557). We recommend checking the HOG line frequently for any changes or updates on current activities.
Run Start Locations
These run start locations are convenient and accessible to food and gas:
- Faultline Harley Davidson - 41315 Albrae St. Fremont
- Denny's - Fremont - Mowry & Farwell Fremont From I880 go East on Mowry about one block.
- Livermore 76 - South of the First Street Interchange with I-580 in Livermore on the East side of First Street. There is also a 76 station on the west side.
- Alcosta 76 - San Ramon - San Ramon Just East of I-680 on Alcosta Blvd.
- SanLo 76 - San Lorenzo - San Lorenzo Hesperian Blvd. exit off I-880 going North. Turn right at the light and right at next light (Lewelling). 76 is on the right. San Lorenzo exit off I-880 going south. Turn left at the light (Lewelling) and proceed across Hesperian to 76 on the right. From Hwy 238 west take Hesperian exit. Turn right on Hesperian and left on Lewelling.
- Round Table Pizza -
*** Some runs may meet and leave from other locations. Listen to the HOG line (510-888-4557) for leave times and location changes***
Participation Award Program
Awards are presented to members at the end of the year for participation. We also encourage and support the Ladies of Harley program.
