Participants will enjoy a scenic West Virginia mountain ride, receive a commemorative pin and best of all… aid in the March of
Dimes mission to improve the health of babies. Riders will enjoy a post ride party hosted by the Microtel Inn & Suites located just off the Gassaway/Sutton exit of I-79.

The event will feature the famous Road Hazards Stunt Team, performing two shows, as well as live music by Exposure, South of the River & Sean Patrick McGraw and lots more. Saturday’s Road Hazard Stunt Show is open to the public as well as event participants. The amazing display of riding expertise will start at 7:00 p.m. in The Factory Outlet parking lot. Donations for the March of Dimes will be accepted.

Randy Workman, Event Chair, is thankful to the March of Dimes for funding research that helped save their daughter’s life. Miranda Grace Workman was born on December 5, 2001 at 25 weeks gestation. She weighed only 1 lb. and 7 oz. and was only 13 inches long! She spent her first Christmas and the beginning of 2002, fighting infection and recovery from bowel surgery. Miranda now attends Sacred Heart private school where she is a good student and plays on the basketball team. Thankfully, Miranda has not suffered developmental delays, However, Miranda, like many other babies born premature, continued to cope with health issues. She has endured surgeries and other health concerns, yet leads the normal life of a seven year old. “We are proud to be part of the March of Dimes, you helped save our Miranda Grace!” say her parents.

Participants are encouraged to pre-register at: www.bikersforbabies.org The registration fee is $35 per rider and $15 for passengers. On-site registration will begin Friday, August 22nd from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. and on Saturday, August 23rd from 8:30-10:00 a.m. Central WV registration sites will be announced in the near future.

The Bikers for Babies run, an (AMA) American Motorcycle Association-sanctioned ride, will get underway at approximately 10:00 a.m. on Saturday with last bike returning by 4:00 p.m. Riders are invited to attend the opening ceremonies inside the Mountain Lakes Amphitheater, located just behind the Days Hotel beginning at 9:45 a.m.

Local sponsors include WKQV 105.5, Microtel Inn/Gassaway, Sutton Lake Marina, Truckstop 67, Days Hotel/Flatwoods, Street Bike Designs, Braxton County CVB, KOA Campground, Road Hazards Stunt Team, WV Radio and more.

The March of Dimes mission is to improve the health of all babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. For more information, concerning registration, being a vendor or sponsor, call the March of Dimes at 800-313-2911.

Anyone having questions pertaining to the Flatwoods area should contact Braxton County CVB director, Tammy Dickens at 304-765-3300.