24th annual Salute to American Veterans Rally THE DATES FOR THE 2017 RALLY ARE TO BE ANNOUNCED WHEN WE HAVE THEM LOCKED DOWN (mid January). 2016 Rally pictures and stories will be posted in the coming weeks Thank you   for your support of this spectacular event! Join the Rally on facebook "Cripple Creek Becomes Sacred Ground"   story by Tim Anderson "When Veteran's Day just isn't enough"   story by Lisa Price Waltman Check out the updated 2016 Event Accolades & Testimonials Official 2016 Rally Merchandise Here's your last chance to get some 2016 Rally merchandise.  Hurry... it won't last long so Call us with your order! Welcome to the official Salute to American Veterans Rally & Festival© web site. Our goal is to provide visitors with information & entertainment honoring this spectacular yearly event. The mission of the Salute to American Veterans Rally Committee and our annual event can be summed up in five simple but meaningful words:

DUTY, HONOR, CAMARADERIE, RESPECT and FREEDOM. DUTY: We personally feel that planning and executing this annual event is our duty. While many of us, myself included, have never served our Great Nation in the Armed Forces, this is our way to give back. While the debt of gratitude that we owe to every United States Veteran - both living and passed on, can NEVER be repaid, this gathering is one small effort to show how much we appreciate your sacrifices to our Nation, and our freedom. Tire Double Machine For SaleThis is our mission.Hvac Unit 37 HONOR: To honor the memories of every fallen Veteran from the revolutionary War to the present day. Outdoor Buffet Table CoverTo Honor ALL living Veterans. To honor all Active Duty Military Members. To Honor our Flag - the symbol of our nation, and to Honor our Country, the greatest in the world.

CAMARADERIE: To create a time and a place for Veterans to gather together and share the experiences and feelings that only Veterans can understand. Also, to create a venue in which patriotic Americans can convey their appreciation, support and respect to Living Veterans and to the families of the fallen. RESPECT: To show respect to our Flag, Our Country, to each other and most importantly to those who protect what is dear to us. FREEDOM: Freedom is the life-blood of America. For many, the Motorcycle is the embodiment of Freedom, giving the rider the ability to go where they want, when they want with few restrictions. Like an Eagle flying Free, the feeling is without compromise. Freedom is a precious gift to be cherished, honored, relished and respected. The gift of freedom is one that most will never enjoy, as they are forbidden by tyrants and dictators who hate freedom and despise those who have it. The Gift of freedom comes with a very high price: It is paid for with the blood of Hundreds of Thousands of United States Veterans, and with the tears and anguish of their families.

So precious is the gift of freedom that taking it for granted is unthinkable, outrageous, and nearly a sin. So we gather here, to honor, remember and respect those who pay the price for OUR FREEDOM, but also, to CELEBRATE that freedom. Celebrating our freedom: This is our mission. Vets Rally: Documentary Clip a 3 minute excerpt from "The Journey Home" DVD 2015 Vets Rally video Watch this awesome 9 minute video which will give you a taste of what the Vets Rally is all about. "The INTRODUCTION" - by Danny Barton I have attended and shot my camera at the last eight "Salute to American Veterans" motorcycle rallies. I am drawn to the event naturally as I am a biker and a veteran. Check out these Challenge Coins we've received. Jack Wilhite has "Flown West"Love and Respect to you and your Family from the Salute to American Veterans Rally Crew. They are not forgotten CSMNG: (2010) Annual ride honors military, remembers... More than 5,000 motorcyclists ride into Cripple Creek to show their support to American veterans during the 23rd annual recognition ride Saturday.

The riders created a column that stretched for approximately nine miles as they traveled from Woodland Park to Cripple Creek. Story and photos by Spc. Andrew Ingram 4th Infantry Division Public Affairs Office We always look forward to the yearly Veteran's ride to Cripple Creek, Co.  This past Tuesday a sign has been installed west of Cave of the Winds entrance reading "Spc. Rob Lee Nichols Memorial Highway." Veterans Rally Receives Honors video KRDO TV's "Red Friday Hero" Award recognizes Colorado's "Salute to American Veterans Rally" as an outstanding show of support and healing. A brief glimpse of the 2013 Vets Rally video 2015 Vets Rally donations Contributions from the 2015 Rally presented to 2 local veterans in need. Highway 67 between Divide and Cripple Creek is now the "POW~MIA MEMORIAL HIGHWAY" Thanks to all those who had a hand in making this happen! When Veteran's Day Just Isn't Enough By Lisa Price Waltman Thunder Roads Colorado

It all began due to a lack of understanding and proper respect. One date in November and one Memorial Day in May simply didn't cut it. So, 25 years ago, The Salute to American Veterans Rally and Festival was born with a whopping 15 bikers in attendance. Year by year, one biker here, another ten bikers there, the numbers began to grow as did the overdue understanding and proper respect for the service and sacrifice of our American veterans. 2016 Schedule of Events Honored 2016 Rally Guest Speaker John “Tig” Tiegen -– Former Marine Sergeant from 3rd Battalion 7th Marines India Company, Infantry Squad Leader from Colorado. One of the “Secret Soldiers of Benghazi” as portrayed in the film “13 Hours” Colonel Elmo C. Baker, or “Mo”, as his friends like to call him, is an American warrior, hero and patriot who truly portrays the goodness and uniqueness found deep in the heart of the Bootheel. Vietnam Veteran - American POW - 7 years in Hanoi Hilton. The SALUTE TO AMERICAN VETERANS RALLY COMMITTEE is honored and VERY humbled to welcome MR. JAMES W. DOWNING as our honored guest at this year's Rally.

He will be turning 102 years old this August, 2016. Colonel Ronald P. Fitch Garrison Commander - Fort Carson, CO. will lead the 29th annual POW/MIA RECOGNITION RIDE Honored 2016 Rally Guest US Marine Corps Colonel Don Davis - Director, J53 Strategic Plans, US NORTHCOM 25 year career Marine. Col. Michael T. Oeschger, Commander of the Division Artillery, 4th Infantry Division, Fort Carson, CO will lead the 29th annual POW/MIA RECOGNITION RIDE Command Sgt. Maj. David Burton - Garrison CSM - Fort Carson, CO. will lead the 29th annual POW/MIA RECOGNITION RIDE Colonel (ret) Mike Kasales the former leader of the 3rd Brigade Combat Team at Fort Carson, CO. Alyssa Blanchard Mrs. Central Colorado, Rally Volunteer and resident of Cripple Creek, CO. Alyssa’s husband serves proudly on the Cripple Creek Police Force. US Navy Pilot and Colorado Springs legend to be memorialized at 2016 Rally A Bronze plaque commemorating Mr. Phil Long and his legacy will be dedicated on Saturday at noon during the ceremony in City Park at this year’s Rally.

check out the Rally Entertainment! The new COLORADO HONOR BELL to appear at 2016 Veterans Rally 2016 Vets Rally video Read the 2016 Rally program "digital edition" online! Want to advertise in the Official Souvenir Rally Program? Get all the info →here.List your weekend bands, events and activities free! "This event is hands-down the most impressive show of support for Active Duty Military, Veteran's and POW-MIA I have ever been a part of. Please go out and show your support and have a great time. Whether you've served or not, whether you ride or not, you will be overwhelmed by the outpouring of support at this event!" Silent Auction Benefits Veterans Memorial Attendees at the 2016 Rally will have the opportunity to bid on three AWESOME items, which have been donated for the benefit of the Veterans Memorial in City Park, and local veterans in need. Colorado’s largest procession of motorcycles celebrates 29 YEARS! POW/MIA Recognition Ride Rolling Strong for 29 Years!

When motorcyclists ride away from Woodland Park High School and onto US Highway 24 on August 20, 2016, they‘ll be continuing a journey begun 28 years ago with the blast of drag pipes, a bit of attitude, and a heartfelt mission in mind. Ever since it was unveiled, the low, black wall that is the Vietnam War Memorial has been a powerful presence, having a profound effect on nearly everyone who visits it. Come to the Gazebo in Cripple Creek City Park on Friday August 19th beginning at 10:00 am and get your FREE Red Friday “Support Our Troops” t-shirt! (while supplies last - ONE PER PERSON PLEASE) CVMA Vets Poker Run “The Salute to American Veterans Rally is a veritable explosion of good old-fashioned patriotism! The Rally attendees welcomed every veteran of every war with equal enthusiasm and support. If you aren’t proud to be an American when you arrive, you will be when you leave!” – Joseph L. Galloway co-author: “We Were Soldiers Once... and Young” and nationally syndicated military columnist