You know, every year I look forward to the Idaho Patriot Thunder motorcycle ride rolling through the Treasure Valley. It’s one of those events that reminds you just how much Idaho supports our military members, veterans, and their families.
A few years back I was honored with being asked to be the Grand Marshall for the ride and it was such a humbling and amazing experience!
Why It’s Happening In July
This year’s ride was originally scheduled for late June but was postponed after that crazy storm moved through southern Idaho, bringing heavy rain, hail, strong winds, and lightning that made riding conditions unsafe. Now, the event is back on for this Sunday, July 26, and thousands of riders are expected to hit the road.
Why Idaho Patriot Thunder Matters
The annual ride features thousands of motorcycles traveling a 55-mile police escorted route from Meridian to Mountain Home, raising money for Operation Warmheart and the Idaho National Guard & Reserve Family Support Fund. Those organizations provide financial assistance and support to Idaho military members, veterans, and their families when they need it most.
It’s the largest patriotic motorcycle ride in Idaho and one of the most inspiring.
Expect Delays on I-84 Sunday Morning
Now, it’s an incredible event and an amazing sight to see. But if you’re planning to travel east on Interstate 84 Sunday morning, you need to know about it because traffic is going to get ugly.
Law enforcement agencies will conduct rolling closures along eastbound Interstate 84, temporarily shutting down lanes and on-ramps as the motorcycle procession makes its way toward Mountain Home…