Eighth Annual Andy Ross Charity Motorcycle Ride 

March 26, 2008 -- Join 8th District IAFF-MG members and the Trenton, Michigan, Fire and Police Departments for the 8th Annual Andy Ross Charity Motorcycle Ride June 14, 2008. The ride is dedicated in memory of Andy Ross, a Trenton fire fighter who lost his life in a tragic motorcycle accident on July 21, 2000. Proceeds from the ride benefit the Trenton Firefighters Charities Fund, which provides grants, donations and scholarships for members of the community.

The 2008 Andy Ross Motorcycle Ride begins at Elizabeth Park in Trenton at 12:00 p.m. Registration is 9:30-11:30 a.m. Before May 24, 2008, registration fee is $30 per rider/$55 with passenger. After May 24, fees increase to $40 and $65, respectively. The ride is with police escort, with a halfway stop at Milan Dragway for refreshments. The return ride is through several of the scenic Huron Metroparks. All participants receive a T-shirt and pin.

Upon return to Elizabeth Park, riders will enjoy a delicious pig roast dinner. Prior to the ride, for $6, bikers can join staff and other riders for breakfast at Buster's Place, W Jefferson and Vreeland Road. All proceeds benefit the Andy Ross Charity Ride.

An after-party will be held at Slip Mahoney's, Fort St. in Riverview.

For more information, entry forms or sponsor forms, call (734) 692-4169, email TFuntsch@trenton-mi.com or visit the Andy Ross Charity Ride web site.