NW Iowa Field Tour Ride and Party

The Freedom of Independence Ride
A ride like no other

Do you farm?
Do you ride?

Get on board for a new kind of field tour this summer.

We're looking for farmers who want to take part in fun new way to view seed test plots. Not only will you see the latest Latham seed technology in action, you'll be part of a ride you won't forget.

We'll ride through NW Iowa during the day, and finish in Arnolds Park that evening with a hog roast and a high-energy band guaranteed to rock your socks off.

August 29, 2009 Leaving from Arnolds Park, Okoboji, Iowa

THE ROUTE

Our ride will begin and end in Arnolds Park, Okoboji, Iowa. Stops will include Estherville, Cylinder, West Bend and Ruthven. We'll even take time to admire The Grotto and cast into Lost Island Lake. We'll end up back at Arnold's Park, where riders will feast on roast hog and all the fixins. After everyone is stuffed, we'll rock out to the best of the 70s and 80s with The Magnificent Board of Directors.

Departure time: Noon


How to Register

Registration is free. Go to Latham Hi-Tech Seeds web site where a registration page is posted. We look forward to having any farmers who ride join our road trip.

http://lathamhitechseeds.com/freedomride-form.cfm

The Magnificent Board of Directors: A Band for the Ages

Get ready for a post-ride party at Arnolds Park featuring one of the most acclaimed bands in the Midwest. The band was inducted into the Iowa Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2001, and has been playing to loyal crowds since the 1970s. The nine-piece band features a killer horn section, and is guaranteed to provide a great entertainment experience. From Lynyrd Skynyrd to Chicago to The Rolling Stones to The Blues Brothers, the Board knows how to run its business.

Get on the Freedom of Independence Ride Fan Page http://www.facebook.com/pages/Latham-Hi-Tech-Seeds/67053282137
This is where you'll find some fun farm biking videos, background on the sites we'll tour, and other stuff about seeds, the ride and assorted goodies.

Get a killer tee. Free to all riders. Register by Aug. 1

All riders will get great food and a chance to see a dynamite band, PLUS they'll also get a collector's edition Latham Freedom Ride shirt. Each registered driver and one rider who REGISTER BY AUGUST 1 will receive a complimentary t-shirt; additional t-shirts may be purchased for $10 each.

They're black. They're cool. They're Independent.

Don't forget....July 18th and 19th

The Bottoms Up Bike Fest on Friday, July 18th and Saturday, July 19th at the Dakota County Fairgrounds in Farmington , MN . Visit the Bottoms Up Bike Fest website for even more details: http://www.bottomsupbikefest.com/

Mark your calendars and attend the Bottoms Up Bike Fest on Friday, July 18th and Saturday, July 19th at the Dakota County Fairgrounds in Farmington , MN .

Gates open at 5 p.m. on Friday. Friday night there will be a DJ, COLD BEER and HOT BBQ! There will be a meet and greet held under the Bottoms Up - Big Top Tent. Come Friday and camp all weekend!

On Saturday, July 19th there will be a motorcycle show and contest at noon with many categories and trophies for the winners. There is a Tattoo show and contest at 1:00 p.m. Make sure you enter your awesome looking Tat and possibly win a trophy. Enter the Biker Rodeo games at 2:30 p.m. Trophies will be given to the best rodeo riders. Saturday evening, rock out with special guests “Kick The Dog” Band playing on the main stage! Kick The Dog Band is a high-energy rock band playing a wide variety of danceable music, with a distinct focus on today’s rock. Kick The Dog Band entertains all ages and satisfies your musical tastes with an energetic performance!

Wet T-shirt contest and a Sexy Male contest after the band!!!

There will be motorcycle vendors from all over the Midwest including, MC Dyno Tech, the official Dyno tuner of the AMA Drag bike Championship Series and Fury Motorcycles from South St. Paul. Fury Motorcycles will have a trailer load of custom motorcycles and choppers for viewing and for sale. J&J Powersports out of Faribault is bringing some of their biggest and baddest motorcycles. For all your leather needs stop by and see Lucky 13 Apparel. Other vendors you'll want to stop by and check out are Bone Yard Art Gallery and Bright Red Snapper. Inc. Since every Biker gets hungry after an event filled day of great motorcycle fun, you can feed that hunger with World Champion Award Winning BBQ by BBQ Doug from “Red, White and Que.” You can wash all that BBQ down with the Cold Beer that is being sold right onsite!!!

• COLD BEER SOLD ONSITE!!!
All bikes welcome
• New Location: Dakota County Fairgrounds (2 miles from original location)
No attitudes!


Vendors: If interested in a vendor spot, contact Jeff at info@bottomsupbikefest.com

Visit the Bottoms Up Bike Fest website for even more details: http://www.bottomsupbikefest.com/