The Southeastern Michigan Chapter of the American Red Cross is calling all motorcyclists to go “cruising’ for a cause” on Sunday, August 7, 2011 and take part in a 60-mile scenic tour of Oakland County’s finest roads and back roads. The Southeastern Michigan Chapter’s Ride for Red will benefit the organization’s local core services, which includes, disaster relief, service to the armed forces and health and safety training. All funds raised will be used locally.

Kick-stands will go up at ABC Harley-Davidson in Waterford at 11 a.m.with the first stop at Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly where Red Bull will be onsite handing out a cool refreshment. The next stop is in Leonard where riders will enjoy Cold Stone ice cream compliments of Cold Stone Creamery. The ride will commence at O’Connor’s in Downtown Rochester for a Pig Roast dinner, live entertainment, and chance to win some great prizes.

The event is open to all motorcycle enthusiasts, bike models and the general public. The cost is $20 per rider and $35 with a passenger. Included in registration is an authentic “Ride for the Red” patch, ride pin, light breakfast and buffet.

Non-bikers can also come out to support the local Red Cross and enjoy a great Pig Roast dinner for only $12.95 per person.

Pre-register online at semredcross.org or at ABC Harley-Davidson in Waterford at 9:00 a.m. on the day of the ride. For more information or to register by phone, call (313) 833-2632.

This event is scheduled to happen rain or shine.

Red Cross Champions O’Connor’s Public House and ABC Harley-Davidson are the official organizers of Ride for the Red.