The Widows Sons Nevada – MEKS Guards are a Las Vegas-based chapter of the Widows Sons Masonic Riders Association (WSMRA), an international brotherhood of Freemasons who share a passion for motorcycles, fellowship, charitable service, and supporting their communities.
The MEKS Guards chapter is listed in the Widows Sons International directory as a Nevada chapter based in Las Vegas.
Brotherhood, Motorcycles, and Charity
The Widows Sons bring together Master Masons in good standing who enjoy riding motorcycles while upholding the principles and traditions of Freemasonry.
Their mission centers on four important commitments:
- Brotherhood: Strengthening friendships and fellowship among Master Masons through motorcycle riding, gatherings, and shared experiences.
- Charity: Supporting Masonic widows and orphans, local charitable organizations, and individuals in need.
- Masonic Awareness: Promoting a positive understanding of Freemasonry within the motorcycle community.
- Community Service: Supporting local Masonic Lodges, participating in charitable rides, and giving back to the communities they serve.
Are the Widows Sons a Motorcycle Club?
Although members wear distinctive motorcycle vests and patches, the Widows Sons identify as a Masonic motorcycle riding association, not an outlaw motorcycle club or motorcycle gang.
The organization emphasizes that its members are Freemasons first and motorcyclists second. Members are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that reflects positively on Freemasonry and the association.
The MEKS Guards of Nevada
The MEKS Guards represent this international brotherhood in Southern Nevada, bringing together Masonic motorcycle enthusiasts who value friendship, riding, service, and charity.
The chapter is part of a much larger international movement that began in Illinois in 1998 and has since expanded throughout the United States and internationally.
While the chapter’s name is confirmed in international directories, I could not independently verify what the initials MEKS specifically stand for.
What Makes the Widows Sons Special?
The Widows Sons combine two traditions: the centuries-old values of Freemasonry and the freedom and camaraderie of motorcycling.
Their philosophy can be summarized simply:
Masons first. Brothers always. Riders united in charity and service.
The MEKS Guards provide an opportunity for Nevada Freemasons to build lasting friendships, enjoy the open road, and make a positive difference in their communities.