Day 2 of the 110th Anniversary celebration was dedicated to the men and women of law enforcement. With "CHiPS" star Erik Estrada leading the day's festivities, Harley riders were treated to a day full of great activities.
Early in the morning, the Greenfield Police Department treated guests to a unique demonstration of their canine unit. After the demonstration, the crowd was able to meet the dogs in person and talk more with the officers who train them.
Erik Estrada hosted a "Ponch" look-a-like contest where guests competed to see who could pull of Estrada's former TV show character the best. Several people entered, but in the end, only one man was able to crown himself as Ponch's double.
Milwaukee Police Chief Ed Flynn, along with Erik Estrada, led the ceremony at 1pm leading up to the ride. In addition, former Oak Creek Police Officer Brian Murphy, who was injured in the 2012 Sikh Temple Shooting, spoke to the crowd.
At 2pm, Erik Estrada led hundreds of riders from Greenfield High School to the Sheriff's Memorial in Franklin. Once riders arrived, there was a moving ceremony held in honor of the men and women of our law enforcement.
Proceeds from yesterday's ride went to the C.O.P.S. (Concerns of Police Survivors) organization. The C.O.P.S. organization is dedicated to providing resources to assist in the rebuilding of the lives of surviving families and affected co-workers of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty.
Later in the evening, country music star Chris Cagle took the stage and rocked out to an excited crowd. He played hits like "Chicks Dig It," "I Breathe In, I Breathe Out" and "Laredo." It was a great performance filled with many exciting moments.
Overall, Law Enforcement day was a great experience. There were tons of great activities and some very special guests to see. Make sure to stop by at some point throughout the rest of our 6-day celebration!
