ABATE of Maryland, Inc.  State Party at Cumberland
June 6, 7, 8, 2008 
 

Location:
Allegany County Fairgrounds, off US Rt. 220 South on 11490 Moss Avenue Extended
http://www.alleganycofair.org

Friday:
Unusual Biker Stage Events
Live Music and Entertainment
Late Night Drive In Biker Movies
Your Favorite Beverages for Sale

Saturday Morning:
Ride to State Wide Poker Run Stops
Sign up for Afternoon Events

Saturday Afternoon:
Ride In Bike Show
Motorcycle Rodeo & Field Events
Chili Cook-off
Horseshoe Tournament
Other Events

Saturday Evening Events:
Opening Band:  Walter J. and the Texas Flood
Tattoo Contest
Wet T-shirt Contest
Wet Boxer/Briefs Contest
On Stage:  Snakebite
11:30 PM Drawing of ABATE's 2008 Raffle Bike (and door prizes)

Admission:
Weekend Admission (includes "Bottomless Mug" for use from Noon to Midnight on Saturday ONLY)
Camping with Modern Bathrooms/Showers
All Events Under Cover
$30 ABATE Members
$40 non-Members
If bringing a camper - additional cost of $20 per day for full hook-ups.

For more information contact the ABATE of Maryland State Office (800) 843-0252 (in MD) or (401) 263-9185.

No one under the age of 16 allowed in the event areas after 8 PM.  Consumption of alcohol by participants under 21 is prohibited.

The ABATE of Maryland, Inc. web site http://www.abate-of-maryland.org

Press Release May 2008

For Immediate Release                                             Contact:            Pat Corcoran
May 2, 2008                                                                                          410-935-7187
*** NEWS RELEASE ***

MOTORCYCLE RIDERS IN 2008 LEGISLATIVE SESSION
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ABATE of Maryland, Inc. (ABATE) successfully worked with the Maryland Legislature to pass three laws to benefit Maryland motorcycle riders. Beginning July 1, 2008, “Failure to Yield Right of Way” penalties for drivers whose actions contributes to an accident that results in the death or serious bodily injury of another will increase from $70 to a possible $1000 and up to 180 days loss of license. Beginning June 1, 2008 it will be legal to use auxiliary lighting on motorcycles thereby increasing their visibility to other drivers. And on October 1, 2008 Maryland joins the majority of states by making motorcycle license plates 7 inches wide by 4 inches high which will enable them to actually fit into the many license plate frames that are available nationwide.

For more than 30-years ABATE has worked with the Maryland legislature, the Motor Vehicle Administration, Maryland Department of Transportation, State Highway Administration and various police departments on behalf of Maryland motorcyclists. Legislators in the House and Senate recognize ABATE as the face of motorcyclists in Maryland. ABATE is respected by the senators and delegates for our professionalism, knowledge of issues, tact and decorum.

State Director, Neal Ackerson had this to say about ABATE’s 2008 legislative successes:

“This has been a great year for ABATE, but more importantly for Maryland motorcyclists. Safety of all motorcycle riders is our number one priority. The right-of-way bill and auxiliary lighting bill are steps in that direction. I would like every Maryland motorcyclist to know that ABATE continues to work on your behalf.”

Added Ackerson, “None of  this would be possible without the thousands of ABATE members statewide. I encourage all Maryland motorcyclists to join ABATE. Membership is open to all motorcyclists, regardless of the type or make of motorcycle you ride, or even IF you ride.”

To become a member or to learn more about ABATE, call 410-263-9185, 1-800-843-0252 or log on to
www.abate-of-maryland.org

ABATE of Maryland, Inc. is Maryland’s only motorcycle safety and legislative advocacy organization. We have been promoting motorcycle safety and rider education for more than 30 years.