AMERICAN LEGION ALAFIA POST 148
AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS
CHAPTER 148 | 2026-2027
Veterans, Brotherhood, Community, and the Open Road
AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS CHAPTER 148
Riding with purpose. Honoring our veterans. Serving our community.
2026-2027 CHAPTER OFFICERS
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CHAPTER DIRECTOR Andy Davis |
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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR David Jones |
ADJUTANT Gerri Turner |
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FINANCE OFFICER Ed Linde |
SECRETARY Gerri Turner |
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HISTORIAN Angela Ritter |
CHAPLAIN Tom Stone |
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SERGEANT AT ARMS Leeland Smith |
MEMBERSHIP Tom Ritter |
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SAFETY OFFICER & ROAD CAPTAIN David "Sin-Bad" Schwemmer |
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MEET OUR ROAD CAPTAIN
David "Sin-Bad" Schwemmer
Safety Officer & Road Captain — Chapter 148
RIDERS MEETING SCHEDULE
FIRST MONDAY OF EACH MONTH
7:00 PM
WHAT DO AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS DO?
Today over 425 American Legion Riders programs, organized by chapters, districts, or departments, support Americanism and Children and Youth programs in virtually every state in the nation, and more are organizing each month.
One of the fastest growing and most highly visible of the many programs offered by The American Legion, The American Legion Riders are a very diverse group, and so are the programs that they support. What do American Legion Riders do? The activities are far too many to mention in this space, but here are a few examples:
American Legacy Scholarship Fund
American Legion Riders chapters and districts, nationally have become some of the most generous donors for the American Legacy Scholarship Fund, raising as much as $5,000 or more in a single event.
Rolling Thunder
Legion Riders participate in the annual POW/MIA Rally held each Memorial weekend in Washington D.C. known as "Rolling Thunder".
Community Charity Events
Legion Riders sponsor or participate in local and national charity events in support of the sponsoring American Legion Post.
Veterans and Families
Legion Riders ride to raise money for such organizations as local VA Hospitals, Battered Women and Children's Centers, Varied Children and Youth Programs, a School for Blind Children, Veterans Relief, Needy Families and many, many others.
Patriot Guard
Legion Riders founded a national movement called "Patriot Guard" that honors and protects the sanctity of military funerals and memorial services.
Honor Guards
Legion Riders have formed special motorcycle Honor Guards and ceremonial teams highlighting the special bonds formed in military service and the motorcycling community.
Motorcycle and Driver Safety
Legion Riders have also begun to teach motorcycle and driver safety in the community and in schools in co-operation with ABATE and other national motorcycling organizations.
Remember: American Legion Riders are a very dedicated group of Legion Family members. When your Post or district sponsors a new Riders organization, you create a win/win situation for your Post, District, and Department!
INTERESTED IN THE AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS?
The American Legion Riders bring together eligible members of the American Legion family who share a passion for motorcycling, service, patriotism, and supporting their communities.
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE RIDERS ›CONTACT ALAFIA POST 148
7240 US Highway 301 South
Riverview, FL 33578
American Legion Riders Chapter 148 Leadership: 2026-2027