Chapter 45 sincerely thanks Amvets Riders Post 1928 of Galloway, Ohio, Amvets Riders Post 51 of Thornville, Ohio , and Amvets Riders Post 2256 of Circleville, OH for their generosity and support of our 11th annual Freedom Ride. The Riders of Post 1928 promoted, coordinated and conducted the ride. The Riders of Post 2256 hosted our mid way stop with lots of hot dogs and hamburgers and a dry rest area. The Riders of Post 51 hosted the final destination with some great food and a great view of Buckeye Lake. Additional financial donations from all posts are greatly appreciated.
11th Annual 3 Gun Shoot
Come shoot with Ohio’s Green Berets. Join Chapter 45 of the Special Forces Association as we raise funds to honor and support the Green Berets of Company B, 2nd Battalion, 19th Special Forces Group (Airborne) and their families.
Date: September 5, 2026
Location: Richwood Gun and Game Club
Shoot Time: 8:15 am
Fee: TBA
Shoot Format: Rifle, Shotgun, Pistol
Online Registration: See Rick LaValley
Arrive early for check-in, safety briefing and door prizes.
Richwood Gun and Game Club
19200 Turner RD
Richwood OH, 43344
www.rggcohio.com
11th Annual Freedom Ride 2026
All bikers are encouraged to come see the beauty of Buckeye Lake while riding with Ohio’s Green Berets. Join Chapter 45 of the Special Forces Association as we raise funds to honor and support the Green Berets of Company B, 2nd Battalion, 19th Special Forces Group (Airborne) and their families.
Date: August 1, 2026
Registration Time: 1100-1200 hrs
Start Time: 1200 hrs
Start Location: AMVETS Post 1928, 3780 West Broad ST
One Stop Location: AMVETS Post 2256, Circleville OH
Finish Location: Buckeye Lake, AMVETS Post 51
Cost: $20 per bike, $20 per rider
Route: Motorcycle-friendly route. No interstates.
Approximate route. Subject to change.
22 in 22 Bike Ride 2026
Chapter 45 highly recommends supporting 22 For 22 and OSU Strive’s charity bike ride. The first leg of the ride starts at No Cages HD in Plain City, OH. Kickstands are up at 1130 hrs. More info at riding22in22vsa.com
Thank You Amvets Riders Post 1928 and Post 51
Chapter 45 sincerely thanks Amvets Riders Post 1928 of Galloway, Ohio and Amvets Riders Post 51 of Thornville, Ohio for their generosity and support of our 10th annual Freedom Ride. The Riders of Post 1928 promoted, coordinated and conducted the ride. The Riders of Post 51 hosted the final destination with some great food and a great view of Buckeye Lake. They also donated over $3,000.
AMVETS Riders presenting SFA 45 with donations.
Rider’s at AMVETS Post 51. Buckeye Lake.
AMVETS Riders arriving to AMVETS post 1928.
SFA 45 volunteers.
Harley classic.
Hitting the road.
Chapter Lunch
10th Annual 3 Gun Shoot
Come shoot with Ohio’s Green Berets. Join Chapter 45 of the Special Forces Association as we raise funds to honor and support the Green Berets of Company B, 2nd Battalion, 19th Special Forces Group (Airborne) and their families.
Date: September 6, 2025
Location: Richwood Gun and Game Club
Shoot Time: 8:15 am
Fee: TBA
Shoot Format: Rifle, Shotgun, Pistol
Online Registration: www.practiscore.com
Arrive early for check-in, safety briefing and door prizes.
Richwood Gun and Game Club
19200 Turner RD
Richwood OH, 43344
www.rggcohio.com
10th Annual Freedom Ride 2025
Come see the beauty of Buckeye Lake while riding with Ohio’s Green Berets. Join Chapter 45 of the Special Forces Association as we raise funds to honor and support the Green Berets of Company B, 2nd Battalion, 19th Special Forces Group (Airborne) and their families.
Date: August 9, 2025
Registration Time: 1100-1200
Start Time: 1200 hrs
Start Location: AMVETS Post 1928, 3780 West Broad ST
Finish Location: Buckeye Lake, AMVETS Post 51
Cost: $20 per bike, $20 per rider
Route: Motorcycle-friendly route folloiwng State Route #104. No interstates.
Approximate route. Subject to change.
Crabtree Family Day 2025
Updated 29May2025
Open invite for all Chapter 45 members.
Date: June 7, 2024
Location: Rickenbacker ANGB, Crabtree SF Facility
Arrival Time: 1100 hrs
Jump Time: Scrubbed
Lunch Time: 1200 hrs
22 in 22 Bike Ride 2025
Chapter 45 highly recommends supporting 22 For 22 and OSU Strive’s charity bike ride. The first leg of the ride starts at No Cages HD in Plain City, OH. Kickstands are up at 1030 hrs. More info at riding22in22vsa.com
