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Joe LaChance Celebration of Life & Joe’s Legacy Ride
July 18, 2026 • Madawaska, Maine
Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Joe LaChance
Join family, friends, riders, and supporters as we honor the life of Joseph “Joe” LaChance, founder of Four Corners Park and a tireless ambassador for Madawaska and the motorcycling community.
About Joe: A Visionary, Community Leader, and Friend
Joe LaChance dedicated countless hours to building something truly unique in northern Maine. Through his passion for long-distance motorcycling and his love for Madawaska, he founded Four Corners Park—a destination that welcomes riders and travelers from around the world. What began as a dream became a landmark that continues to bring visitors to the St. John Valley and showcase the pride of our community.
Joe’s legacy lives on through the park, the friendships he created, and the thousands of riders whose journeys led them to Madawaska.
Joe’s Legacy Ride:
Ride Safe. Ride Together. Keep Joe’s Legacy Rolling.
On Saturday, July 18, riders from across the region are invited to participate in Joe’s Legacy Ride, a memorial ride celebrating Joe’s love of motorcycles, friendship, and community.
Event Schedule
Ride 1
- Departs: 9:00 AM
- Sponsored by American Legion Riders
Ride 2
- Departs: 10:00 AM
- Sponsored by Dolly’s Restaurant
- With support from The Widows Sons
Starting Location
Finish Location
- Arrive approximately 1:00 PM
- Riders will then be escorted through town by the Madawaska Police Department to Four Corners Park
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Celebration at Four Corners Park
Following the ride, everyone is invited to gather at Four Corners Park for an afternoon of remembrance, friendship, and community.
Activities
- Food vendors on site
- Event merchandise available
- DJ Stacie (1:00 PM – 3:00 PM)
- Live music by the Isaac Leach Band (3:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
Whether you knew Joe personally or simply appreciate the impact he had on the riding community, we welcome you to join us.
Visiting Madawaska for the Event
Traveling from out of town? Make a weekend of it and explore the beautiful St. John Valley while you’re here. Click on the button to explore lodging and dining options.
Visit Four Corners Park:
Experience Joe’s Legacy Year-Round
Four Corners Park is the only park dedicated to long-distance motorcycling and serves as the northeastern corner of both the United States Four Corners Tour and the Maine Four Corners Experience Tour. Thousands of riders have made Madawaska a destination because of Joe’s vision.