Come and celebrate the The memorable Salute to American Veteran's of war all weekend in Winter Park, Colorado starting on Saturday, August 15-17, 2008. Events include, a parade, flyovers, rememberance ceremonies, vendors, motorcycles, the Vietnam Traveling Wall Memorial and most importantly veteran's, families and friends.

The American Veterans Traveling Tribute, "The Wall" is an 80% scale replica of the Vietnam Memorial in Washington DC. At almost 380 feet long and 8 feet high, it is a breathtaking sight. There will be computers with databases to help rally participants locate names on the wall. For more information about the American Veterans Traveling Tribute, check out The Salute to American Veteran's website, hosted by Pro-Promotions.

Mission Statement:For two decades, the organizers of the Salute to American Veterans Rally and the POW/MIA Recognition Ride have made it their mission to provide a venue in which patriotic citizens of the United States may take the opportunity to honor our true heroes: United States Veterans, active duty members of the Armed Forces, POW’s and MIA’s, and armed service men and women killed in action. 

“There is nothing I have seen to compare with over 5,000 gleaming motorcycles proudly displaying our nations colors as they proceed down the highway. Certainly, there are many ways to honor those men and women who wear the cloth of our nation, but in a state which seems to cherish the free spirit of the west, I can think of no more fitting method.” – Steven Maas, Rear Admiral USN
The Rally’s relocation to Winter Park in 2007 was successful, smooth and a positive move by all accounts. “By moving the Veterans Event to the Fraser Valley, we have gained far more than we have sacrificed,” said Jim Wear event organizer. “First, we have room to grow. Second, the riding opportunities are excellent. Third, the community of the Fraser Valley treats us like family. Fourth, our proximity to the Denver population base gives us virtually unlimited opportunities to expose more people to our mission, and finally, we are working along side people who actually get it. The locals understand that unlike many special events and bike rallies, the Salute to American Veterans has a true and honorable purpose. Sure, we party and celebrate our freedom, but more importantly we are paying tribute to the ones who gave it to us in the first place.” Wear added, “It’s nice to be appreciated for your honor and intentions rather than always being held to the bottom line return on investment.”

The Wall:In honor of the 21st anniversary of the POW/MIA Recognition Ride, The Salute to American Veterans Rally Committee is proud and honored to bring the American Veterans Traveling Tribute to Winter Park again this August.

Better known as the Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall - the 400 foot long, 4/5 scale replica of the permanent Vietnam Memorial in Washington, DC will be erected just outside Fraser, Colorado.

The Wall will be displayed at the Grand County multi-use ball fields just a few miles from Winter Park. Volunteers will be on hand with a computerized locating service to assist visitors in finding a specific name on the Memorial. In addition, visitors to the wall will be provided materials to “rub” the desired names on a commemorative paper as a keepsake free of charge. To view the Memorial online go to www.avtt.org.

The Parade, scheduled on Saturday, will feature floats, flags and a motorcycle brigade of thousands of bikes! There is something for everyone including one of the largest American Flags hung by cranes over the parade route in downtown Winter Park.

Following is a rememberance ceremony with honored POW guests, military personel and the National Guard. Direct "flyovers" from the Airforce featuring different aircraft punctuate the solemness of the event. 

In addition, event booths featuring t-shirts, dog tags, motorcycle regalia and other items supporting our Veteran's along the way.

Don't wait to book lodging in Winter Park, Beaver Village Condo's is the Official Lodging Sponsor for the Veteran's Rally event and offers great lodging and a discount for rally attendee's. We are located within two blocks easy walking distance from the event and have plenty of parking and space for motorcycles and trailers. For more information on vacation deals for the 2008 American Veteran's Rally, call Toll Free:800-824-8438. Or, Book on line for a 20% discount! (10% for the Rally event and 10% for booking on line!!)