Glenville American Legion Riders to host start of Nation of Patriots ride in Albert Lea

Representatives of the Glenville American Legion Riders told the Albert Lea City Council on March 23 that the post has been selected to host the start and homecoming of the Nation of Patriots motorcycle ride on May 15–16.

"We got chosen out of the whole nation," said a Glenville Riders representative introduced to the council as one of the presenters. The group said it will hold a welcome party the evening of May 15 at the Glenville Legion and a ceremony the morning of May 16 at Bridal Harley, and it invited Albert Lea residents to line Bridge Street to watch the procession.

The presenters — introduced by the mayor's office as Scott Colbrecht and Larry Larson — said the Nation of Patriots tour is a long-running national fundraiser in which donations accompanying a traveling flag go 100% to veterans and veterans' families. They described a QR code the convention bureau helped produce that will direct visitors to local hotels, restaurants and events scheduled during the weekend.

Council members thanked the riders and urged community support. "This is a great way to continue to help our veterans and families," the presiding officer said.

The presenters encouraged residents who do not own motorcycles to come by car and follow the route to Mason City. They also said organizers expect a significant turnout and are coordinating logistics with the convention bureau.

The presentation concluded with the council expressing appreciation; no formal action was required from the council on the presentation. The council and presenters encouraged residents to look for event details on city and convention-bureau channels as plans finalize.