The Bayview Mackinac Hall of Fame Trophy – Old Bear Trophy
The Bayview Mackinac Hall of Fame Trophy – aka the “0ld Bear Trophy” was donated
by the Bayer Family in honor of the first recipient: Charles M. Bayer. The trophy is
perpetual and will be awarded to select individuals in honor of their support, dedication,
and outstanding contribution to the success and continuation of the Bayview Mackinac
Race. Nominees should have completed at least 10 Bayview Mackinac Races and
brought honor to themselves and the race.
Five people were elected to be named on the trophy in the first four years and inducted
into the Mackinac Race Hall of Fame. Beginning in 2019, only one person can be
elected annually.
The Deed of Gift indicated that the Society of Mackinac Island Old Goats Committee will
handle the nomination and election process for the “Old Bear Trophy.” The selection
committee will include Old Goat Committee members, Grand Rams, and volunteers
who will elect recipients each year. The nomination period starts on June 1st and ends
the day before the Bayview Mackinac Race each year. The selection committee meets
in early August to elect that year’s recipient(s).
The Society of Mackinac Island Old Goats, Detroit members are Greg Hummel (Chair),Tom Anderson – Double Goats and HOF Co-Chair, John Trost – Events Co-Chair, Terry Larivee – New Members Co-Chair, Ron Rabine – Communications and SWAG Co-Chair

Please contact Greg Hummel at oldgoats@byc.com with any questions or to submit
your application.