That’s Right folks. Nate “That dude with the epic mustache” Perkins has written an awe inspiring article for SLUG magazine about the darker/crazy side of scooter culture, and The Bees along with many other clubs are featured inside of it!

This article shows the harsh side of the Utah scootering scene and in my opinion, captures alot of what the scooter scene has to offer. It’s not all about beer and skinheads. It’s about the love of scooters!

A quote from the Article:

I’m riding through American Fork Canyon as part of an event hosted by the Brigham’s Bees Scooter Club—Utah’s most active scooter club. It’s a chaotic collective of scooter enthusiasts who get together every two weeks or so for rides and barbeques.

Not only do they do local rides around Utah Valley and Salt Lake City, but in recent months they’ve participated in rides as far south as Moab and as far north as Antelope Island. Although occasionally known for their out-of-hand partying, the Brigham’s Bees work to maintain a reputation as the friendly, harmless scooter club in Utah. But the striking sight of twenty scooters howling down the road makes quite an impression.

Be sure to pick up a copy of Septembers SLUG Magazine at your local alternative underground place, or read it online at http://www.slugmag.com

Spanish Fork… My old hometown has some serious treasures in there and I’m determined to show the bees all of them in a single AWESOME ride!

Leaving from the most awesome crest gas station in Provo, we will be embarking to Spanish Fork for a cool ride south to our first checkpoint. A super cool Brigham’s Bees BBQ! And the best part? The bees will be sponsoring the food!

After the eating is done, we will take an awesome route around Spanish Fork. Checking out all the cool sites that the city has to offer.

This is another awesome ride that you won’t want to miss!

Brigham’s Bees Ride to SPANISH FORK!
August 7th

Meeting at 4:00 PM, Leaving at 4:15 PM

The Crest Gas Station
(800 N. 700 E. Provo, Utah)

Heber. Every time I go on that ride, im always at peace with myself and my scooter. There is nothing better that can center ones soul than that ride.

The club met at the coolest gas station on earth: Crest gas station in Provo. As we gathered, one scooterist had alreadyhad quite an adventure getting there! Being one of the coolest bees, Nick Passey was stung by an actual bee! (they are jealous that we are cooler than them.) After pulling out the stinger like a man, the bee set off to Heber. The ride was a bit warm, but cool spots in the canyon made for a soothing experience. We all had a great time going fast (and slow) through the tunnel, around corners, and over crazy awesome scenery.

As we landed in Heber, we were met with a warm summer glow and a small city that was one of very few true american cities. We parked at the Dairy Keen and munched down on some ol’ fashioned burgers and chatted about recent scooter events. As we laughed and shared stories, you could feel the friendships form and grow. As we left Heber, northern bees set out over guardsman pass while the rest went on their way back through Provo canyon. A ride that is always a favorite to all bees!

Hey all! Sean here, and I’ve been pretty busy with moving, so this post is a little late! No images or cool graphics even! So I need your help in promoting this ride so everyone knows about it.

Last years ride to Heber was very special to me. It was the first time that we had a group of riders that was the size of a scooter rally to ride together to the Dairy Keen. Though we had a few break downs, and the group split in half when we left the restaurant, it was the highlight of all the rides I’ve ever been on.

This year, we are taking the same route to the Dairy Keen in Heber. And you can be assured that no matter how many show up, you will have a smile on your face the entire time riding. See you there!

Brigham’s Bees Ride to HEBER!
June 10th

Meeting at 4:00 PM, Leaving at 4:30 PM

The Crest Gas Station
(800 N. 700 E. Provo, Utah)
Click here for the route (Google Maps)

The next ride is scheduled for this Saturday, the 26th. And with the last event canceled due to terrible weather, the bees have some making up to do! This time, we have been invited by the Cedar Hills Parade crew to participate in their parade!

We will have leg shield banners for our scooters to look as cool as we can for the parade, so get shine up those scooters, because people will LOVE them! Click here to view the legshield banner here. We will also have some flyers to hand out if anyone is interested in the club. Afterwards, we will take a ride up to Squaw Peak, take in the sun, and the view. And for a grand finale, we will have a barbecue and some swimming! Make sure to bring a swimming suit and a towel!

So make sure to get some sleep Friday night and set those alarms early on Saturday, because we will be leaving from the Provo Crest Gas Station at 8:15 AM  to get there. Be at the gas station at 8:00AM because the parade isn’t going to wait up for us! Shine up your scoots, because I’m sure we will be the talk of the parade!

**CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER** Last year’s camp out at Hope campground in Squaw peak was really fun. And last year we discussed that we should do these more often. So we will be camping out at the Blackhawk Campgrounds in Payson! When we arrive, we will set up camp, and then play some good ol fashioned camp games! Bring your own food for that night. That morning, we will cook up some breakfast, go on a small ride, and then pack up to go home. You can’t have more fun camping out! Members get in free! If you haven’t renewed, the cost to stay there will be $4.00.

People have been asking about details so here is the nitty gritty:

• We will have a small car going to the campsite so if you need a place to stuff your food in, we will be bringing a cooler.

• We will have a little bit of space for camping gear as well, so if you can’t pack everything on your scooter, you can store it in the car.

• We will be leaving at 6PM, but there will be a couple people leaving between 6:30-7:00PM. If you want to ride with them, meet at the gas station then.

• Bring food for dinner that night, and breakfast that morning.

• Make sure to bring an extra coat and rain gear in case the weather gets bad.

• And lastly, we have a facebook event set up to see how many people are showing up, so please, if you can, show us you are attending so we can plan accordingly! Click here to RSVP

If you have any other questions, be sure to email sean [at] brighams bees dot com. Hope to see you there!

Brigham’s Bees to Blackhawk Campgrounds!
June 11th – 12th

Meeting at 5:45 PM, Leaving at 6:00PM@ Crest Gas Station
(800N 700E in Provo )
Click here for the route (Google Maps)

Last year, the bees scooted out to Payson for some bowling. It was early July, late in the day, and scatter showers. But for everyone that went, it was one of the best rides of last years season. Don’t take my word for it, ask the others who went!

This year, it’s been decided to follow the same ride to ensure that all members take the chance to enjoy this most epic ride. And just like last year, we actually have a new meeting location! Brigham’s Bees Scooter Club has it’s first sponsor: Crest Gas Station!

And with a sponsorship, comes its AWESOME BENEFITS! What it is? You’ll have to come to find out! But I’ll give you an extremely hard hint: Free Gas for BBSC rides.

…Ok so the hint isn’t that hard, but this gives every member a chance to show up to these rides!

So with all this said, we will be meeting up at Crest Gas Station in Provo @ 800 N 700 E in Provo to fuel up and then take off to South County Lanes in Payson to roll. Lebowski quotes are encouraged.

Brigham’s Bees to Payson! May 29th

Meeting at 3:30 PM, Leaving at 4:00 PM SHARP @ Crest Gas Station
(800N 700E in Provo )
Click here for the route (Google Maps)

What can I say about the trip out to Antelope Island… Actually, I can say alot. Antelope Island has by far been one of the most enjoyable rides I’ve taken on a scooter and I won’t be far from forgetting it anytime soon.

The ride started bright and early at 9:00 AM from Orem through the small towns and houses of American Fork, and up to the infamous Suncrest Mountain. Once all of us made it over and fueled up on the other side, it was time to issue the covetous “Brigham’s Bees Lifetime Achievement Award” For 2010.

Now this member may not have the best attendance in rides, but when he shows up, the excitement in the air increases, the atmosphere is more cheery, and womenfolk’s libidos go crazy.

Boo Crandall has been in the club since 2001 and nine years later, he is still on his 59′ Vespa tearing it up all over the valley. Boo, this Lifetime Achievement Award is for you!

Once we awarded Boo, it was a quick sprint to Salt Lake City. With little time to spare, we were able to meet up with the Salt Lake crew (Thanks for waiting for us!) and made our way up to the island. Though we had a few breakdowns and tire flats, we made our way to the final gas station before we headed to the island. Alot of people chatted while we waited for the stragglers and broken down to meet up. We were able to finally join two parts of Utah together. Utah Valley and Salt Lake scooterists meeting up, laughing, talking, and just enjoying each others scooters.

We scooted our way up to the island and rode around there for an hour. From the views of the beaches, to the ranch, to even a bistro in which insects ate us alive (I got bumps all over my arms) We took photos, and enjoyed the beautiful day.  After we took in the cool view of the island, we headed back into Salt Lake City for some awesome pizza at The Pie Pizzeria and then back to Orem by sundown. We spent about a total of 10 hours on our adventure, and every minute was a blast. Thanks everyone that showed up! You have proven your true scooter passion! See you next time in Payson for some bowling!