BMW Riders of Oregon upcoming events

Keith Matteson Memorial Campout at River Edge on the Alsea (August 20, 2026)

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Registration is open! Registration ends Aug. 13

Join us for the annual Keith Mattesen Memorial Campout. We continue to honor the memory of our friend and avid rider.

This year we’ve selected a more user friendly location. River Edge Campground at 23116 Alsea Hwy which is 22 mile east of Waldport on Hwy 34 just west of Alsea The site boasts a large, tree bordered area alongside the Alsea River. It has a large covered group pavilion with water and electricity and paved parking for bikes with room for RVs (no hookups). A group campfire ring is available if fires are allowed at the time. Three nights of camping include large grassy field for your tent site, a light meal on Friday arrival of soup and a nice crusty bread, a Saturday night meal of the Famous Dallas smoked chicken, and a continental style bite to get you on your way Sunday Morning. Additionally, our BMWRO grill and cooking supplies will be available to members. A maximum of 40 participants for this event so don't delay! Registration ends Aug. 13. Lots of great paved and GS riding in the area! Register on our website. Event Hosts: contact Carol Dallas at BMWRO.Secretary@gmail.com or Steve Miller at shuntermiller@gmail to coordinate camping other than tenting.

River Edge Group Campground Photos:

2026 Idaho Stomp (August 25, 2026)

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Riders of Oregon Gypsy Tour (September 17, 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Registration is open!

Last day to sign-up is Sept 10 2026

New event this year! Three nights of camping in three different locations from the Cascade Range to the Coast Range and finishing up in the Umpqua River valley. Three hot dinners and continental breakfasts w/coffee will be included. Planned routes (or make your own). We will be starting at the Lost Prairie group site west of Santiam Junction. The next stop will be at Moonshine Park on the Siletz river. The final destination will be Eagleview BLM site south of Elkton. All destinations are provided so if you can't come for three nights, come for two! We have some great routes mapped out by our resident Route Master sure to bring smiles and surprises to riders young and ~~old~~ well not as young. There will be ample opportunity for detours whether you're looking for a shorter route or one with less pavement.

Dinners

9/17 Pasta w/meat sauce, green salad, dinner rolls, dessert

9/18 Grilled Brats (Chicken or pork), baked beans(meatless), fruit salad, dessert

9/19 Grilled chicken, potato salad, green salad, dessert

Continental breakfast each morning including Coffee, hot water and typical continental breakfast fare.

Registration will be limited to 25 and is open now!

Watch for further details on this website and in the Beemer Beat newsletter.

Questions? Contact the event hosts:

Dave Chmielowiec bmwro.vp@gmail.com

Alice LeBarron alicelebarron@hotmail.com