Iowa
EVENT DATES
Jul 15 - 17, 2010

EVENT LOCATION
Waterloo, IA

REGISTRATION DEADLINE
May 27, 2010

CONTACT
515-386-3909

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What will I need to bring to check-in at the rally?
A. You must present your confirmation card and active National H.O.G. membership card when you check in at the Rally to get your packet.
Q. How will I get my confirmation card?
A. Your confirmation card will be sent to the e-mail address that you provide on your registration form. Just print your confirmation card and present it at registration. If no e-mail address was furnished, you will receive a confirmation card via U.S. Mail.
Q. What is an Ala Carte rally?
A. Your $30.00 fee is for admission to and participation in all rally events and activities. T-shirts, Henleys, rally pins, patches, bandanas and caps will be an additional cost for those that wish to order. You will need to order your Rally Merchandise with your pre-registration. Merchandise will not be available for sale at the rally.
Q. Is there any special information or restrictions about the John Deere Tours?
A. Location: John Deere Waterloo Operations --- 3500 E Donald St, Waterloo

Age limitations: Minimum age requirement - 13 years of age. For validation, if there are any questionable children due to their size, they would be required to bring proof of age to get on the tour. John Deere is very strict on their minimum age requirements.

Restrictions: All visitors must wear closed toe and heel shoes, no sandals, no cameras, no video cameras or cell phones. Safety glasses will be required to wear and they will be provided. It is a riding tour.

John Deere factory tours are at 8:00 am, 10:00 am or 1:00 pm. Each tour can handle about 100 people and is first come first served. The factory tour will take approximately 60 minutes, plus whatever time you want in the gift shop, usually 15 - 20 minutes.

  • 1 - 10 Minutes - Arrive and check in at auditorium

  • 5 Minutes - Welcome

  • 16 Minutes - Welcome video - Overview of all John Deere Waterloo Operations

  • 30 - 35 Minutes - Factory Tour – Assembly of John Deere’s largest tractor, the 9000 model

  • Time at the history display - as desired

  • Time in the Deere Crossing Gift Shop - as desired
Q. Will there be guided rides available again this year?
A. Yes. For planning purposes the rides will be limited to 50 bikes and there will be sign up sheets at the events table. Please see the rally on-site schedule for times.
Q. Will there be a chapter challenge this year?
A. Yes. There will be both an in-state and out-of-state chapter challenge this year.
Q. Does my National H.O.G. membership need to be active?
A. Yes, your National H.O.G. membership must be active, expiration date is verified upon receipt of registration and must be active during the rally or if expiring during rally dates it must be renewed prior to attending or renewed at the Rally site.