RED BULL Historic Military
Vehicle Association 

Meetings & Events

Upcoming events

    • Saturday, May 06, 2023
    • 10:00 AM
    • 221 S. Concord Exchange 55075
    Register

    Red Bull Annual Meeting

    We make it eazy to come on, do it!

    We will start filling in meeting and event dates on the website.


    So for starters let’s begin with our annual meeting.


    Red Bull Annual Meeting


    Saturday, May 6, 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM

    221 S. Concord Exchange

    South Saint Paul, 55075

    Have any ideas you want added to the agenda?  Or would like us to address, please let me know.

    Eric Thompson
    Cell# 612-940-9049


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    • Monday, May 29, 2023
    • 9:00 AM
    • Woodbury City Hall 8301 Valley Creek Rd Woodbury 55125
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    Woodbury Memorial Day Program


    Woodbury Memorial Day Program, 29 May 2023

    Monday May 29 9:00 AM

    Parade assembles at Woodbury City Hall, 8301 Valley Creek Rd, Woodbury, MN 55125

    The organizers are thrilled that we are coming. I think this is the fifth year in a row for our group. If anyone is missing small-town America this is it!  The parade is less than a mile long and concludes with a moving ceremony at Oak Hill Cemetery.

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    This event will take place at Woodbury City Hall, 8301 Valley Creek Rd, Woodbury, MN 55125, on Memorial Day, Monday, 29 May 2023.

    I would like to have all displays set up between 06:30 and 10:00 so they are ready NLT 10:00. The audience can view them before the program, which starts at 11:00. The program ends at 12:00 and I would like the displays to continue from 12:00 to 13:00 so late-comers will be able to see them also. Takedown and pack up would be between 13:00 and 14:00.


    We will advertise these times to the Woodbury community magazine. So, hopefully, people will come early. If people filter out after the program so there are very few people left before 13:00, we can all pack up earlier.

    I would like your members to be interactive with the spectators by explaining about their vehicle, how it was used and where it was used, if they know that information. I’m just looking for something that will be interesting to the audience.


    Attached is a small representation of what we did. The second attachment is some of the displays that my group set up.

    If you have time following the ceremony there is a tour of local dignitaries that are buried here.


    I know it seems to be a long way off, but it really isn’t. It’s time for us to start dialing in on the details. I need to figure out how much space we will need for each of the displaying units or individuals. So, I was wondering if you have had any response from vehicle owner indicating that they might bring something out for us?

    Remember we are a 501c3 Group too, 
    donations welcome.

    Click here to donate, Thank You from your friends at RBHMVA!

    Or join us here:  https://www.redbullhmva.com/page-1397000 

    Questions email us at:  info@redbullhmva.com always


    Contact. Eric Thompson
    612-940-9049 with any questions

    We make it eazy to come on, do it!


    More to follow, Thank You, Richard Cady.


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    Are you ready to pay this year's dues??
    Here's how, click the photo below, please try it.

      

    Click above to pay Dues

    Remember to give us the phone number you want a call back on. It's that easy.

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    • Monday, May 29, 2023
    • 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Excelsior Elementary School 441 Oak Street Excelsior MN.
    Register

    Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony Excelsior MN

     

    Date: May 29, 2023

    Time: 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM.

    Join us!

    Information: Day Parade

    Website:  More information here!

    Point of Contact: Eric Thompson, edt1950@gmail.com

    Parade assembles at 441 Oak St. Excelsior MN

    The organizers are thrilled that we are coming to support them. I think this is the fifth year in a row for our Group. If anyone is missing small-town America this is it!  The parade is less than a mile long and concludes with a moving ceremony at Oak Hill Cemetery.


    If you have time following the ceremony there is a tour of local dignitaries that are buried here.

    This event combines a festive parade down Main Street and concludes with a memorable tribute to those that gave the ultimate sacrifice.  Bring the family help us carry on the true meaning of Memorial Day.


    Contact Eric Thompson for additional details.

    Questions?  edt1950@gmail.com 


    Please advise those who may not see this update.

    Maneuver Headquarters are located in MN

    Keep 'em Rolling 

    That is all,  Dismissed


    PS: Remember your group tee, need one?
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    Remember we are a 501c3 Group too, 
    donations welcome.

    Click here to donate, Thank You from your friends at RBHMVA!



    Or join us here:  https://www.redbullhmva.com/page-1397000 

    Questions email us at:  info@redbullhmva.com always


    Also, Do you have your's?  eMail us and we will deliver.

        

    You know, we are Old and Slow, so give us time!


    Please get involved, here is how.


    • Saturday, June 03, 2023
    • 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Clear Lake Iowa VFW Post 4886 next to I-35 in Northern Iowa
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    Clear Lake Iowa VFW Post 4886 military vehicle show
    Armed Forces Month

    We make it eazy to join in, come on, do it!

    The Clear Lake Iowa VFW Post 4886 is sponsoring a military vehicle show at city park June 3, 2023 from 9am -5pm.


    The venue is around the city park. Our park is located across the street from the lake in the heart of Clear Lake.


    We are asking you to bring out the big guns and join us!




    Our VFW is located across the street from the park and is a nice modern club / bar that is open to the public. Clear Lake is located next to I-35 in Northern Iowa, very easy access from the interstate to the event.


    We would like to invite the Red Bull HMVA members to attend the event. WE would also like to ask if you have any other ideas of how we could grow the event to please supply us with that information.  Send your ideas to Steve Merrill totalsecurityandinvestigations@gmail.com


    In the past I was one of the organizers at a event in Charles City Iowa that we had the Sherman Tank come from Ft Snelling.  We are hoping this to become an annual event to kick off Armed Forces Month.

    Thank You

    MSG Steven R Merrill (USA RET)
    Senior Vice VFW Post 4868
    Clear Lake IA
    641-420-1355


    Remember we are a 501c3 Group too,
    donations always welcome.

    Scan here to donate, Thank You from your friends at RBHMVA!


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    Questions email us at:  info@redbullhmva.com always


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    We support the MVPA and maybe you should too?

    Are you ready to pay this year's dues??
    Here's how, click the photo below, please try it.

      

                  Scan the QRCode /  click "how to" above to pay Dues

    Remember to give us the phone number you want a call back on. It's that easy.

    Clicking the link above will bring you here click "send", try it, please.


    Have questions?  The Web Guys are here to help just email them and ask, info@redbullhmva.com  

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    • Wednesday, June 14, 2023
    • 8:00 AM
    • Saturday, June 17, 2023
    • St. Paul Minnesota to Des Moines Iowa
    Register

    MVPA National Convention Convoy June 14-17

    UPDATE:

    We are planning a convoy from St. Paul Minnesota to Des Moines Iowa for the MVPA national convention.


    Save the Dates June 14 -June 17

    UPDATE:  Fellow members, attached is information for the 2023 MVPA National Convention, Des Moines, Iowa.

    Click for details:

    MVPA Convoy Update JUNE 14 -17

    UPDATE: 2023 MVPA Convoy St Paul to Des Moines Update June 14th thru June 17th.

    There was previous information regarding the MPVA convoy to Des Moines. See PREVIOUS* section below:

    Here is the summary with updated information for the convoy.

    Wednesday, June 14th (Flag Day), 8:30 a.m, State Capital.

    We will be in first gear 0830 from the MN state capital. The convoy will stop approximately every 50 miles. First stop will be the American Legion Faribault. We will have lunch, stretch our legs, refuel, etc.. We will travel back roads through Owatonna, Ellendale, Clarks Grove with the next rest stop Albert Lea.  From Albert Lea, we will travel south on Highway 65, approximately 45 miles to Mason city where we will spend the first night.

    Overnight accommodations for June 14th in Mason City, Iowa are as follows:

    Quality Inn and Suites

    410 5th St SW

    Mason City IA

    Phone # 641-243-4222

    Room rate is $89 plus tax and includes a continental breakfast. When making a reservation, refer to the group name as Red Bull or group number DP39G5.

    Thursday, June 15th, 0830, Mason City, Iowa.

    Depart Mason City Iowa at 0830. There will be approximately 120 miles to cover Thursday with two rest stops along the way. Plan to be in Des Moines early that afternoon.

    Our block for overnight accommodations in Des Moines, Iowa for the evenings of Thursday and Friday (June 15th and June 16th - departing June 17th) are below. EonoLodge Inn is just across the street from the Iowa State Fairgrounds. Information is:

    EconoLodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds

    410 East 30th Street

    Des Moines, IA 50317

    Phone # 515-216-0196

    Room rate is approximately $114 (depending on room) plus tax and includes a continental breakfast. When making a reservation, refer to the group name as SHELLEY LANDGRAF. There are only seven rooms (6 Kings with one bed and 1 room with 2 double beds) remaining under this block. The hotel is otherwise full.  The hotel is also giving us a military discount for each room. If you are even thinking of attending the convention, you may wish to make the reservation. There is a lenient cancellation policy, so be sure to call if you wish.

    Questions on EconoLodge reservation, you can call Shelley at 651-303-1752.

    There is also the option of the campground on the fairgrounds. Tents and RVs for 30 dollars a night with water and electric. Showers are there also. No reservation is needed to tent.

    That’s it for now.

    Eric Thompson
    Cell# 612-940-9049


    Need one? info@redbullhmva.com 

       
       

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    We support the MVPA and maybe you should too?

    Are you ready to pay this year's dues??
    Here's how, click the how to photo below, try it.

      

                  Scan the QRCode /  click "how to" above to pay Dues

    Remember to give us the phone number you want a call back on. It's that easy.

    Clicking the link above will bring you here click "send", try it, please.


    Have questions?  The Web Guys are here to help just email them and ask, info@redbullhmva.com  

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    • Sunday, June 18, 2023
    • 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Cannon Falls MN Fairgrounds
    Register

    Cannon Falls Fairgrounds Sponsor:

    Cannon Falls Lions



    We make it eazy to come out, do it!

    Below is an event on Father's Day. It is also the day after the National Convoy. But right in our backyard. Would be nice to have some Red Bull representation.

    Please send an email blast and add to the Red Bull page the following event:

    Sponsor: Cannon Falls Lions Annual event June 18th 7 am to noon

    At: Cannon Falls Fairgrounds

    Contact: Cris Lallbrick 507-263-5066

    We can just show up. In the past 7,000 to 9,000+ have attended this event. This is the first year for military representation. Breakfast wil be provided to participants.

    Steve will add to FB page.

    Please let me know if you have questions

    Thank you.


    Remember we are a 501c3 Group too,
    donations always welcome.

    Scan here to donate, Thank You from your friends at RBHMVA!


    Or join us here:  https://www.redbullhmva.com/page-1397000 

    Questions email us at:  info@redbullhmva.com always


    Need one? info@redbullhmva.com 

       
       

    Available:    

       

    We support the MVPA and maybe you should too?

    Are you ready to pay this year's dues??
    Here's how, click the photo below, please try it.

      

                  Scan the QRCode /  click "how to" above to pay Dues

    Remember to give us the phone number you want a call back on. It's that easy.

    Clicking the link above will bring you here click "send", try it, please.


    Have questions?  The Web Guys are here to help just email them and ask, info@redbullhmva.com  

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    • Tuesday, July 04, 2023
    • 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
    • Edina Southview Middle School 4725 South View Lane, Edina, MN 55424
    Register

     Edina 4th of July Parade


    Hiya, Troops!

    Edina Fourth of July Parade

    Tuesday July 4

    Time TBD

    Assembly location TBD

    Contact John Currie

    612-209-6899

    Additional details to follow


    THANKS, See you in Edina!

    John Currie

    CURR!EWORKS, Inc.
    Burnsville, MN USA/EEUU

    john@currieworks.com




    See you here




    < ------- you heard me



    Join us!



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    If you would like to pay additional years for membership please add $21 per each year added.  ($21 for 2023, $42 for two years, $63 for three years, $84 for four years, or $105 for five years.)

      

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    • Sunday, July 16, 2023
    • 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • #10 12th Ave. S., Hopkins, MN.
    Register

    Hopkins American legion post 320 / Raspberry Day


    Event: Hopkins American legion post 320 / Raspberry Day

    Date: July 16, 2023 Time: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM

    Location: #10 12th Ave. S., Hopkins, MN.

    Contact:  

    Remarks: In conjunction with Hopkins Raspberry Day Festival the Hopkins’s American Legion would like to do a static display of military vehicles in front of the lodge.

    They are looking for 6 to 8 vehicles.

    actual time 11:00 AM to 2 PM.  Please sign up on the Red Bull Website

    Webmaster: info@redbullhmva.com 

    Questions Erick Thompson edt1950@gmail.com

    Please advise those who may not see this update.

    Thanks gang!

    Eric Thompson
    612-940-9049
    Edt1950@gmail.com 


    That is all,  Dismissed


    PS: Remember your group tee, need one?
           info@redbullhmva.com  number of & size
           will be sure you receive yours in time!

    Free admission if you bring a MV vehicle.

    That is all,  Dismissed.


      


    Member's to checkout your Group Banner or sidewalk sign for your next RBHMVA Event, email info@redbullhmva.com


    PS: Remember your group tee, need one?
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           Come on, Buy two for the . . .

           starting at $15.00 ea  


    • Saturday, July 22, 2023
    • 8:00 AM
    • Sunday, July 23, 2023
    • 4:00 PM
    • 14857 Pioneer Trail, Eden Prairie, MN 55347
    Register

    Wings of the North air expo
    Flying Cloud Airport
    Save the DATE


    Air Expo Flying Cloud Airport.

    I have spoken with the Director and they are all in on us attending. The announcement should read as follows

    Wings of the North Air Expo

    July 22-July 23

    Flying cloud airport

    Eden Prarie MN.

    Save the Date, Details to follow.

    For those of you that are coming for the Air Expo Flying Cloud this weekend July 22. We will meet at Grace Church

    9301 Eden Prarie Rd. Eden Prairie Minnesota at 0830 we will have a mile or two Convoy into Flying Cloud Airport.


    The organizers want us onto the field by 0900 so be prompt.

    Call Eric with questions

    Eric Thompson
    612-940-9049
    Edt1950@gmail.com



    https://wotn.org/airexpo/

    I will have my MV there both days. Reserve the dates as we need six vehicles. We need you!


    More to follow, any questions reach out to me.

    Thanks gang!

    Eric Thompson

    612-940-9049

    Edt1950@gmail.com 


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