The American Legion Riders Post 259 and the Red Knights Chapter 44 want to thank the community for the success of their boot drive held on Saturday, December 16, 2023.

Raising money for the families affected by the December 9 explosion on Richards Ave, the two organizations were able to collect $3,800 through the efforts of their volunteers. This event was held outside the Oneonta American Legion, at 279 Chestnut Street. In exchange for these donations, the Riders and the Red Knights handed out thank you notes and candy canes until their supplies ran out.

November 11th is Veterans Day, our federal holiday dedicated to honoring the service members of our military and showing our appreciation for their sacrifices. Originally called Armistice Day, this date marks the official end of the major hostilities of World War I. While we have previously expressed our deep respect and gratitude for our veterans, we find it fitting to delve into the history of the day set aside to celebrate them.

Are you a motorcycle enthusiast looking to connect with a community that shares your passion for riding and dedication to supporting veterans? The American Legion Riders (ALR) Post 259 in Oneonta, NY, is calling all riders to join our ranks and be part of something truly special. Whether you're a seasoned rider or just starting your journey on two or three wheels, we welcome you to become part of our vibrant and supportive community.

Who Are We?

The American Legion Riders Post 259 is a proud chapter of the national American Legion Riders, an organization that combines the love of motorcycles with a commitment to supporting veterans, their families, and our communities. Our members come from all walks of life, united by a shared love for riding and a deep respect for those who have served our country.

Motorcyclists from the American Legion Riders of Post 259 recently awarded three scholarships to students from Oneonta, Worcester, and Morris as part of their Legacy Scholarship program. 

American Legion Riders Post 259 members Sharon Parshall and Vic Bronner created the program “Rider Memory Bear” that donates to the family of a veteran a handmade stuffed bear, typically made of a shirt from the veteran and a traditional black American Legion Rider vest.

Nowadays especially, there are a lot of people, organizations, and businesses who could use a helping hand, which makes the work of local volunteers particularly important. 

Regardless of your age, there are plenty of opportunities around to volunteer time, energy, and talents to, with personal benefits to be had because of each. Let’s go over a few reasons you should consider volunteering to be a great way to spend your time.

COVID-19 has changed the way we all need to proceed in public. When planning for your motorcycle run it’s important to have a game plan in place to ensure you are keeping the health of all of those that will be participating in mind.

Below you'll find a list of suggestions we put together for you to consider to help keep your participants and volunteers safe and healthy.

With the influx of new members, I decided to put together this blog as a starting point for them to get patched up. Personally, I think the vest and patch thing is pretty fun. Picking out your favorite patches and giving it a sense of "you" is kinda cool. There are few basics you need to know in regards to your Legion Rider Vest.

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