I don’t know about you, but I have had enough of Winter – come on, Spring! I need some time outside, as I am sure you do, too. As I look around the yard, I see a lot of clean-up that needs to be done. This brings to mind that the Lodge could probably use some attention, too, as do some of the parks and roadways in and around our communities. Community Service is a cornerstone of our Fraternity, and what a great way to show those in our communities that The Moose is so much more than just another watering hole. I have always believed that we draw new members to our cause more by what we do than by what we say. So, why not get a group of your fellow members and get out there and do some good thing for someone each day?
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Top Ten Finish for Chastain in Atlanta – Next in Austin this Sunday
Moose Fraternity NASCAR driver Ross Chastain led 25 laps during the Ambetter health 400 last Sunday and was in position to win in overtime before getting shuffled back to eighth when he lost the draft advantage. Starting way back in the pack (33rd) at the start of the race, Chastain used a fast car and strategic stops to make his way to the front during the final stage of the race. The No. 1 Moose Fraternity Chevrolet Camaro spent a lot of time in the lead during a crucial portion of the race, prompting the FOX commentators to exclaim “The Moose is loose” during the national broadcast.
“To qualify 33rd and drive through the field – I made some bad decisions throughout the race. The car was good enough in traffic to keep cycling forward. Great call by Phil Surgen (crew chief) there at the beginning of the final stage to come and get four tires. I was definitely second guessing that in the moment, but it was definitely the right call. So I am glad he is the one making the calls on the No. 1 Moose Fraternity Chevrolet.” Ross Chastain
This Sunday, Ross will be heading to the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas for the EchoPark Automotive Grand Prix. Austin is the home of Ross’s first Cup Series victory. He has never finished worse than seventh at the road course and has led a total of 45 laps.
“I like it obviously and I’ve been fast there and just enjoy it.” Ross Chastain
Members looking to watch the race should tune into FOX at 3:30pm on Sunday, March 2nd.
Wellcare Now Offers Benefits for The Moose
Moose International is pleased to welcome Wellcare as a valued partner, providing information and coverage options for our members to help you get the most out of your Medicare coverage.
Medicare and the various supplemental coverages can be confusing to many individuals, but we want to make navigating through the process easier. In the coming months, you’ll receive information from both The Moose and Wellcare on webinars and in-person events that you can choose to attend that will help you make the choices that are right for you. During these sessions, your host will go over the different parts of Medicare, review the different coverage options and qualifications, and have a Q&A session to help answer your questions so you can make the right coverage choices.
Now is the time to register for one of the upcoming webinar sessions. Click the appropriate link below for your preferred webinar date:
- Wednesday, 3/12 at 4pm EST (3pm CST), registration link
- Wednesday, 3/26 at 5pm EST (4pm CST), registration link
- Tuesday, 7/29 at 4pm EST (3pm CST), registration link
- Thursday, 8/28 at 5pm EST (4pm CST), registration link
Learn more about this new partnership in the Member Benefits area.
Lodge “Plus One” Incentive
As we approach the end of our fiscal year on April 30th, it is time for your lodge to experience the financial reward for membership growth. During the New Orleans Convention, a new incentive was announced by the Moose International Board of Directors. This program rebates the ABCD portion of dues paid to Moose International ($38) for every member over the lodge’s final active member count from fiscal year 2023-24 (which ended on April 30, 2024).
For example, Albuquerque, New Mexico Lodge No. 1517 had a final membership count of 1,371 active members at midnight on April 30, 2024, and had an active member count of 1,519 on January 31, 2025. If the lodge holds its current membership number through April 30, 2025, they would receive a check from Moose International in the amount of $5,624!
There is no cap or limit to the number of cash rebates a lodge can earn, so grow as big as you can. Use the rebated monies to fund a lodge improvement project or apply it towards a local Heart of the Community effort, the choice is yours. Lodges achieving a gain of 1-29 members will receive the credit to their A/R, while lodges achieving a gain of 30+ members will receive a check following the end of this fiscal year. Let’s Grow!!
February Message from Ronny Serio
Well, the weather outside is a little less than desirable, but as Moose Legionnaires, we shall adapt and overcome. It is in this kind of weather where we need to remember our pledge to “do some good thing for someone each day.” We should be checking on our family, friends, and neighbors, especially those that are getting up there in years and should not be going out. As you are probably going out to the store, you might be able to save them a trip. We all know that with age comes a greater risk of catching some kind of bug. I am sure they will be forever grateful. I am sure this can’t last much longer, so stay safe. God Bless Mooseheart, God Bless Moosehaven, and God Bless each and every one of you.
Activities
For additional information on any of these tournaments, or if your lodge would be interested in hosting a future tournament, please contact:
Activities Department
Mooseheart, IL 60539-1172
630-966-2214
New 2025 Race Schedule Released
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Ross Chastain will once again drive the Trackhouse No. 1 Chevrolet Camaro during the 2025 Cup Series season, and he will have the Moose Fraternity with him all season long. The Moose logo will be on his car and fire suit for every race this season, and for four races, the red and black Moose Fraternity color scheme will be front and center on his car.
This year marks the sixth Cup Series season the Fraternity has paired with Chastain on the track while using the 32-year-old, Alva, Florida native in membership and charity initiatives away from the track.
“It has been so fun to have a continued relationship with the Moose Fraternity,” said Chastain who is a member of Tice and Shores, Florida, Lodge 1287.
“Several of the members have become like family which is unique when it comes to a partnership. Not only do I have the opportunity to meet members but it’s fun to talk to people about becoming a member of the fraternity. It’s a passionate group that cares about their community and making it a better place.”
“We really appreciate the relationships we have built with Ross and the Trackhouse Racing family these past few years and are thrilled to continue this journey together through 2025. Having Ross as a member and ambassador for the Moose Fraternity is phenomenal. Just like on the track, when he puts on the Moose hat, you can expect the unexpected to happen,” said Moose International CEO Scott Hart.
The Moose Chevrolet was at the center of perhaps one of the most dramatic moments in recent NASCAR history. In October 2022, the penultimate race of the season, Chastain rode the Martinsville Speedway walls on the final two corners to pass three cars and gain entry into the Championship 4 season finale the next weekend at Phoenix Raceway in Avondale, Arizona.
The maneuver nicknamed the “Hail Melon” drew global praise and recognition as the video eclipsed more than 225 million views and the event garnered 1.2B impressions.
The No. 1 Moose Fraternity Chevrolet was the top-selling diecast in 2022 according to Lionel Racing.
Trackhouse and Chastain will continue to amplify the message of the Moose Fraternity to race fans through social media content and select events at lodges around the country in 2025.
Moose Magazine Online
Moose International is happy to announce a more user-friendly version of Moose magazine for mobile devices – perfect for members who are busy and on-the-go! The new and enhanced version features flowable text and adjustable font size so you no longer have to struggle to read stories from your phone or tablet! In addition, the contents view makes it easy to see all the stories/features at once so you can jump to your favorite section much faster, while still being able to see the traditional/page view if you desire. A tutorial is also offered to walk you through all the features/benefits of the new platform at the beginning. We hope you enjoy this new enhanced version of Moose magazine, making it easier for those of you on the go to stay connected! Check it out for yourself!
Fraternal Recognition Program
Moose International will be launching a brand new, first of its kind Fraternal Recognition Program during the upcoming International Convention in Milwaukee, WI. We’ve been missing a way to recognize fraternal achievement in a meaningful way for all members, since we unified our fraternity on May 1, 2021. This new program incentivizes member participation through various achievements, including leadership roles, membership recruitment, volunteer work and charitable contributions. Each level of recognition will offer increasing rewards and member acknowledgement. We have a few ideas but would love to hear from you on the best way we can honor lodge members who are achieving at a high level.
Please send us your award ideas to the Fraternal Recognition Committee.
We thank you in advance for contributing to the recognition portion of this new and exciting opportunity for all members of our Moose Fraternity!
Moosehaven AAA Project Takes a Major Step Forward
The AAA Project hit another major milestone this month as land clearing began on the site of the former New York Sports Complex and surrounding areas, making way for the highly anticipated Sports and Recreation Center.
The AAA Project is an expansion of the Moosehaven campus including a new Sports and Recreation Center and Riverfront Pavilion. It symbolizes a new chapter for our retirement community, where staying active and engaged is at the forefront of our mission, and is being made possible by the fundraising efforts and generosity of Moose members nationwide.
For more information about the project and pictures of the progress, click here.
