Celebration & Inaugural Picnic
Now, you can see what you missed.
Over 150 people came out to celebrate and picnic in the heart of Oakland. Engage Mountain Maryland shared some history of the organization and future plans that include voter engagement, economic initiatives, and environmental protection. Emma the 45 dragon made a delightful, special appearance.
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2017 Celebration
Special Guests
Learn more about the guests who spoke at our inaugural picnic.
Senator Bobby Zirkin
Democrat, District 11, Baltimore County
Senator Zirkin has been a long-time advocate for prohibiting fracking in Maryland. He built a bipartisan bill by convincing fellow Senator Simonaire and Governor Hogan to acknowledge the risks associated with gas drilling. A historic press conference announced the Governor's support securing the ban bill's success.
Delegate David Fraser-Hidalgo
Democrat, District 15, Montgomery County
Delegate Fraser-Hidalgo is a veteran warrior opposed to fracking in Maryland. His House ban bill was the final piece of historic legislation that was signed into law by Governor Larry Hogan. He captured a two-thirds majority in the House of Delegates before the bill reached the Senate.
Senator Roger Manno
Democrat, District 19, Montgomery County
Senator Manno served as Chair to the Administrative, Executive and Legislative Review Committee that placed a hold on fracking regulations. This unprecedented, bold move added ammunition for Governor Hogan's support of a ban. Without adopted regulations, Maryland could not proceed with gas drilling.
Delegate Shane Robinson
Democrat, District 39, Montgomery County
Delegate Robinson asked Maryland to ban fracking back in 2013. His forward-thinking legislation brought attention to the controversial practice. He also visited Garrett County with the Environment & Transportation Committee to listen to hours of testimony on the issue.
Friendly service and state of the art orthopaedic care close to home!
Blue Moon Rising is the most innovative, enchanting & environmentally-friendly place to stay in Deep Creek Lake, MD with one of the most stunning views.
Live music provided by the Terah Crawford Band will round out the festivities. Paid for by Rock Excavating.
Friendly service and state of the art orthopaedic care close to home!
Thanks To Our Event Sponsors!
GROVE $500
ORANGE $100
SLICE $25-$50
Thank you!
Our board members would like to thank our generous event sponsors, everyone who volunteered and those who joined in the festivities.
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