Let’s Make Motorcycle History Together
September 7 – 13, 2025 • Lakeside Camp, Poland, Maine
This September, the Women’s International Motorcycle Association (WIMA) gathers on the wooded shores of Poland, Maine, for a week of rides, workshops, and campfire camaraderie that will remind us why our moto community always feels like home.
Global Moto Adventures — Proud Sponsor of the WIMA‑USA 75th International Rally
At Global Moto Adventures, we believe fear is just an invitation to lean in, dig deep, and throttle through it!
The Rally in a Nutshell
Location: A private lakeside camp outside Poland, Maine
Dates: Sunday, September 7 – Saturday, September 13, 2025
Theme: Motorcycle Summer Camp for grown‑ups—ride, learn, compete, repeat.
Why You’ll Want to Be There
- Headline Speakers: Iron‑Butt champ Wendy Crockett, WRWR founder Hayley Bell, Bunk‑a‑Biker CEO Zee Traveler, land‑speed record holder Louisa Swaden, plus a stacked roster of authors, historians, and industry game‑changers.
- Daily Action: WRWR reunion bash · Motorcycle Film Fest · Passport scavenger hunt · Moto maintenance class · Lakeside yoga · Moto Olympics · Moto Disco · Charity auction · Author’s Bookshop.
- Ride Menu (24+ routes): Kancamagus Hwy, Mount Washington, Acadia NP, Portland Head Light, Rangeley Lakes, covered bridges, vintage New England villages, and more.
- All‑Access Ticket Includes rides, talks, classes, night events, and your choice of cabin bunk or tent site. Register by July 15 to lock in a loaded swag bag and commemorative tee.
My Ride East: Coast to Campfire
On August 30, our founder, Ruth Belcher, embarks on an epic adventure to honor her dear friend, Mary McGee. Leaving Marysville, Washington, and riding 3,500 miles of northern roadways through Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, South Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and arriving at the rally gate in Maine. It’s a no‑fluff, aggressive ride schedule, dubbed #Ride4Mary.
Daily waypoints will drop via @GlobalMotoAdventures. Ride in solo, bring a crew, or meet us around the Maine campfire—the point is to ride and arrive stoked for rally week.
Rally Highlights at a Glance
| Day | Morning | Afternoon | Evening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday 9/7 | 4pm Registration Begins | Dinner | |
| Mon 9/8 | Lakeside Yoga | Guided Route #1 | WRWR Reunion Party |
| Tue 9/9 | Maintenance Class | Speaker Series | Film Festival |
| Wed 9/10 | Self‑Guided Rides | Scavenger Hunt | Moto Olympics |
| Thu 9/11 | Rangeley Lakes Ride | Panel Talks | Moto Disco |
| Fri 9/12 | Acadia NP Excursion | Charity Auction | Bonfire & Jam |
| Sat 9/13 | Pack‑up & Farewells | — | — |
(Full schedule subject to the usual rally shenanigans and weather gods.)
Ready to Register?
- Lock Your Spot: Cabin bunks and day‑passes are moving fast. Hit the WIMA‑USA registration form and choose your lodging.
- Grab the Swag: Sign up before July 15 for your rally tee and a swag bag stuffed with sponsor loot.
- Plan Your Ride: Break in those tires, check your maps, and follow @Ride4Mary and @GlobalMotoAdv for route previews and meet‑up intel.
Pro Tip: If a lobster roll isn’t on your rally list, you’re doing Maine wrong.
Why Global Moto Adventures Backs This Rally
Empowering women, building community, and creating an environment where our connections thrive because of shared love and passion for motorcycling.
Partnering with WIMA‑USA for the 75th lets us amplify that mission on an international stage.
Our Mission in One Line
Embrace your fear and replace it with love. Live your dream – it’s a journey!
If you’re inspired, pack your panniers and join us in Maine. We’ll save you a seat by the lake, a sticker for your helmet, and a memory you’ll cherish.
See you in Poland (Maine, that is). Ride safe!
(Route and dates may change based on weather and road conditions)
— Ruth Belcher
Founder, Global Moto Adventures | West Region Rep, WIMA‑USA