About
Welcome! I’m Travis Barbee, Chief Justice of Zendah Grotto, a dedicated Freemason, and a motorcycle enthusiast. In August 2024, I’ll be embarking on a charity ride with the aim of raising over $50,000 for the Grottoes International Humanitarian Foundation.
The Cause: The Grottoes International Humanitarian Foundation (HF) is a 501c3 organization that is dedicated to raising funds to provide dental care to kids who otherwise lack access. This is crucial because insurance and Medicare often don’t cover special needs dental care. HF collaborates with local Grotto chapters to deliver not only free dental care but also covers related expenses, including anesthesiologists and special facilities. Families of the special needs child pay nothing, and it’s truly heartwarming to see these young individuals smile with confidence.
The Ride: In August 2024, I’ll be riding my Indian Roadmaster from Tampa, Florida, to Anchorage, Alaska, covering around 10,000 miles round trip. The journey will feature various stops and promotions, with support from local and national media. Additionally, the ride will include a “Iron Butt” leg for those looking to ride 1000 miles in a 24-hour period. Many riders are eager to join us in support of our cause. Leading up to the event, we’ll have event tee shirts with sponsor listings on the back, along with support patches available for purchase.
Join us for a “Send-off event” at our Zendah Grotto location in Plant City, Florida, with coverage from local news outlets. We will also be featured in “Born to Ride,” a Florida motorcycle magazine by Ron Galletti.
For those interested in becoming early sponsors, we are hosting a “Campaign Kickoff Party” at Zendah Grotto on March 16th, 2024
About Me: I’ve been riding motorcycles since I was five years old, transitioning from Honda and Kawasaki to my current 2021 Indian Roadmaster. I have completed challenging motorcycle journeys, including 1000-mile trips in 24 hours, and have explored every county in Florida with fellow Masons. I’m actively involved with the Masonic Motorcycle group called Free Runners and serve on the board for the West Florida Confederation of Clubs.
Please join us in supporting this fantastic cause and bring Special Smiles to Special Kids!
The Starting Line: Zendah Grotto, Plant City, Florida, US
Dinar Grotto, Hoover, Alabama, US
No Ruz Grotto, Evansville, Indiana, US
River Park Moose Lodge, River Grove, Illinois, US
Ela Ala Grotto, Duluth, Minnesota, US
Stony Mountain #12 Masonic Lodge, Stony Mountain, MB, CA
Empire #63 Edmonton Masonic Lodge, Alberta, CA
Fort St. John Masonic Lodge, Fort St. John, British Columbia, CA
Fort Nelson Masonic Lodge #179, British Columbia, CA
Whitehorse Masonic Lodge #46, Yukon, CA
Red Eagle Lodge Cabin, Chistochina, Alaska, US
Anchorage, Alaska
Tok, Alaska
Whitehorse, Yukon
Dease Lake, British Columbia, CA
Hazelton, British Columbia, CA
100 Mile House, British Columbia, CA
Tacobat Grotto, Tacoma, Washington, US
Boise, Idaho, US
Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah, US
Denver Lodge #5, Denver, Colorado, US
Hazar Grotto, McPherson, Kansas, US
Saba Grotto, Tulsa, Oklahoma, US
Alla Grotto, Garland, Texas, US
Mithra Grotto, Shreeveport, Louisiana, US
Al Azar, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, US
Al Hassan, Mobile, Alabama, US
Zelica, Pensacola, Florida, US
Tal War, Tallahassee, Florida, US
Oca-Vilij, Ocala, Florida, US
The Finish Line: Zendah Grotto, Plant City, Florida, US
The Route
Total Mileage: 10,863 | Total Drive Time: 181.5H
Click on any map dot above to expand more info. For extra info along our route, click on any of the pitstops below to expand more details.
Tracking
The folks at Garmin have created this platform where you can live-track us enroute. Follow us turn-by-turn on the map below.
Contact
Please feel free to reach out any time. I’d love to talk to you. Offers of support or ideas to integrate into the fundraiser are always welcome!