BMA Poker Run/Observation Run 2026 - Sunday, July 19, 2026

What is a motorcycle Poker/Observation Run?

A Poker run is a poker game on wheels. It is a planned ride that includes several stops along the way to pick up a playing card. Stops can be manned checkpoints, or part of a continuous ride (rolling) with stops to distribute playing cards.

The goal is to end up with a winning poker hand (i.e. three of a kind, a flush, etc).

Rides usually end at a location where refreshments are served and winning hands can be determined.

An Observation Run is a planned ride where you are asked questions about what you see along the route. Since this is performed en route, there is an advantage to having a passenger who focuses on the observations.

The route typically shows mileage markers. Questions are specified between these markers, making it easier to keep track of the list of questions along the route.

Observation Runs also end at a location where refreshments are served and correct answers are determined.

A Poker/Observation Run combines the two in a single event.

When is it happening?

The run will take place on Sunday, July 19, 2026.

Cost?

There is no cost to participate in the run.

You may invite friends and family to participate in this event, but each team must have at least one registered BMA member in Good Standing or probationary member that has paid their initiation fees for the 2026 season.