snomo days alberta beach feb 16-18 2008

[mach 2]

Hi im trying to promote this years snomo days. new this year are the addition of a professional fireworks display and snowmobile/atv parade. Im actively involved in organizing the sled parade. The idea is to decorate the sleds up with blinking lights, glow sticks, strobes, neon lights ,reflective clothing, etc. I have over 100 bike lights as a start. I would like to see you here if you can make it, and please tell all of your friends and family. the parade will be held after dark and will procede along the shoreline. we hope to get as many atv,s as possible snakeing around the lake. (should be an impressive sight) stageing will begin around 6:30 pm on the north (right hand side) of the boat launch
Ps. I need to gather over 640 AA batteries so if you have some please bring them.
Thanks…….mic

 

[nightmagic]

glad to see that you have split the poker ralley so they are not both on the same time

 

[ZRrrr]

Great races too. Enjoyed being a part of it last year.

 

[cey800]

how many miles is the poker run?

 

[Rucky]

WTF do you need 640 AA batteries for?!?!!?!

 

[plumbum]

WTF do you need 640 AA batteries for?!?!!?!

uuummmm...the bike lights.

 

[mach 2]

WTF do you need 640 AA batteries for?!?!!?!

LOL--- im going into competition with transalta. but seriously i have 108 bike lights and they take 6 batteries each. when i was at the store i saw a package of 4 for $5. you do the math. there will be no charge for the parade and i am covering the initial cost out of my own pocket. if anyone knows where to find a cheap source for AA's please let me know.

the poker ralley course is approx 50 km in length.

 

[Summiteer]

LOL--- im going into competition with transalta. but seriously i have 108 bike lights and they take 6 batteries each. when i was at the store i saw a package of 4 for $5. you do the math. there will be no charge for the parade and i am covering the initial cost out of my own pocket. if anyone knows where to find a cheap source for AA's please let me know.

the poker ralley course is approx 50 km in length.

you need 648, Costco cheapies, they don't need to last for weeks.

 

[TylerG]

LOL--- im going into competition with transalta. but seriously i have 108 bike lights and they take 6 batteries each. when i was at the store i saw a package of 4 for $5. you do the math. there will be no charge for the parade and i am covering the initial cost out of my own pocket. if anyone knows where to find a cheap source for AA's please let me know.

the poker ralley course is approx 50 km in length.

check out "The source" in spruce grove they have 40 packs of AA for like $20.

 

[162SKIDOO]

sounds like fun....are there different classes for the drags??i'd like to run in a stock 800 beginner class if there is one.?

 

[162SKIDOO]

if so i'll donate 100 batteries for ya all.. and if i win i'll give ya 200

 

[mach 2]

Drag Races Track Length 660 Ft.
Sunday, February 17
SNOW DRAGS ONLY
Registration is at the Agliplex:
Sunday 9:00 am – 11:00 am (snow drags only)
Racing starts at 12:00 (NOON);
Mini sleds will race at 2:30 PM (after the novelty races).
Presentations will take place at the Agliplex with 1st, 2nd and 3rd place
winners in all stock classes receiving plaques. The 1st, 2nd and 3rd place
winners in the Improved & Modified Classes will also receive a 50%
payback of the total entry fees in those classes.
The King of the Snow events will have the first place winners receiving
a plaque as well as 80% payback of the total entry fees in their class.
Snow Drag Class Rules
All sleds MUST HAVE functional tether or throttle safety switches.
Machines over 10 years old will be classed at directors discretion.
Rubber tracks only unless a stock original part. No picks etc in any class
except mod.
NOTE: 440 snowcross sleds will not be run in any stock class – improved or
440 class only.
• If you are not sure what category your sled fits into, please ASK WHEN
REGISTERING
• Machines over 10 years old will be classed at director’s discretion.
• All sleds MUST HAVE functional tether or throttle safety switches
• Rubber tracks only, unless a stock original part
• No picks in any class except mod & SNO-X.

STOCK
NOT ALLOWED:
--ANY MODIFICATION WHICH MAY INCREASE POWER OR LOWER WEIGHT
Such as, but not limited too:
• Non-original pipes or mufflers, internal or external engine mods,– carb /
intake / rotary valve / reed changes , removal of or lightweight chassis parts.
• Traction products – picks / screws
• fuel additives / race / aviation fuel.
ALLOWED:
Carb/clutch/chassis tuning and adjusting.
max overbore 0.020”
• Any rubber track, any track drivers, tunnel and rail extensions.
• Add/remove idler wheels – no big wheel kits
• Suspension tie downs – but must maintain 2” travel.
• Any skis minimum 36”
• Removal of windshield & hood grilles
• Replacement of stock airbox with air filters
• External jetting systems
• Replacement chassis parts at director’s discretion.
• ‘Bolt in’ after market parts in stock clutches, no machining to install
– no engagement RPM limit

IMPROVED STOCK
NOT ALLOWED:
• Stroke changes
• Boring beyond 1% over class cc limit
• Nitrous hardware-functional or not
• Engine block must look stock for the model
ALLOWED:
All items allowed in ‘stock’ plus any:
• Fuel
• Clutches
• Silenced exhaust
• Airbox / filters
• Cooling system mods
• Bored stock carbs
• Internal engine mods-porting etc.
• Big bore kits to 1% over class limit
• ‘Same brand’ engine swaps at directors discretion
2 ONLY ADDITIONAL LIGHTWEIGHT/REPLACEMENT/MODS SUCH AS,
NOT LIMITED TO:
• Rolled chaincase
• Front suspension
• Rear suspension
• Hood / seat / body panels
• Jackshaft + drive axle
12 • removal/lightening of chassis parts.

MOUNTAIN
Custom built, factory built, or modified for mountain use.
• and functional clutch/belt guards
• Full travel suspension, minimum 6” downward travel , no limiting.
• Chassis and engine must be in ‘mountain ride-able’ configuration.
• Minimum 136” x 1.5” track No track lug trimming - lugs must be full
original length.
• NOS allowed in all mtn classes
• Aftermarket Turbo / Superchargers may run in unlimited only.

MOD
• Must have functional clutch/belt guards, Without hood / pan need
enclosed guard.
• Any sled with picks must have track enclosed by tunnel as per ISR
regulations, and secured full-length snow flap.
• NOS allowed in all classes
• Turbo / Superchargers may run in unlimited and king only.

440 SNOWCROSS
•Designated ‘factory race’ sled class.
•Picks allowed with tunnel enclosure.
•May run in ‘improved’ & MOD
•MX Z X 440—XCR/IQ 440—ZR/sno-pro 440

VINTAGE DRAGS
• 20 YEARS AND OLDER (1988). All sleds run together.

SNOW DRAG CLASSES
STOCK
• Mini sled • Fan cooled • 500cc
• 700cc • 800cc • 600cc
• 900cc • 1000cc

IMPROVED
• Mini sled • Fan cooled • 500cc • 600cc
• 700cc • 800cc • 900cc • 1000cc

SPECIALTY CLASSES
• MOD 800 • MOD Unlimited • Mountain 1000
• Vintage • Mountain 700 • Mountain Unlimited
• 440 Snow cross • Mountain 800 • Stock King Of The Snow
• MOD King Of The Snow • Vintage Show & Shine

ATV Poker Rally
The Lac Ste. Anne ATV Club is hosting a poker rally
on Monday, February 18th, 2008.
Registration is at the Agliplex on Saturday from 10 am – 11 am.
Cost is $5.00 per hand or 5 hands for $20.00.
The ride will be approximately 50 km, and at each check point the
participant will be drawing a card for their individual hand/hands.
The participants with the best poker hands will receive a cash prize.
Come out and enjoy!!!
ITEMS TO KNOW AND REMEMBER:
1) All OHV’s must be registered & insured
2) Respect private property
3) Maximum speed of OHV within County boundaries is 40 kph
unless otherwise posted
4) Operators of OHV on County roads shall travel on the extreme
right hand side of the road and shall travel single file at all times
5) All OHV’s must have proper lights, brakes and muffler/spark arrestor
6) Follow the Rules & regulations of each individual County,
Town, Village etc….
OHV SAFETY TIPS:
1) Check your OHV before each trip to ensure it is running
Properly
2) Travel with others
3) Be familiar with the terrain you travel
4) Wear proper clothing for weather conditions & proper safety
gear (helmets, etc.)
5) Carry emergency supplies

Novelty Races (Snowmobile & ATV)
The races are run by age group for each of the events. Age groups are:
• 10 & Under “Kids”
• 11 - 15 “Junior”
• 16 & up “Adults”
All the events are timed with the fastest three times in each event winning
a trophy. The first event is the 5-pole slalom course in which contestants
weave in and around the poles.
The second event is usually a cross country style race with tight turns and
bumps. The entire course is flagged on both sides and the riders must stay
on the trail. In the event of not enough snow the cross country race will be
changed to the ball drop event.
In the ball drop event 5, 3-gallon pails are set out and the rider is given 5
tennis balls. The object is to ride from pail to pail dropping a ball into the
pail, if the ball pops out the rider must pick up the ball and try again.
The final event is the “Blind Slalom” in which the driver is blind folded and
the passenger must get both riders and machine through the slalom course
using verbal commands only. This is an excellent test of couples back seat
driving skills.
At the end of the races, around 4:00 pm, the awards are given out at the
Agliplex. All race events, except the Blind Slalom are open to snowmobiles
and ATV’s with trophies being awarded for the fastest 3 times in each event.
Registration is on Sunday February 18, 2008 between 10:00 to 12 noon at
the Agliplex.
Fees:
• Kids $3.00 per event
• Juniors $3.00 per event
• Adults $5.00 per event
• All money collected is turned over to the Lions Club.
Come out and enjoy this event. Lots of prizes and fun for the kids.

Free Horse Driven Wagon Ride
This event runs Sunday, February 17th, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm at the skating
rink. The wagon is pulled by 2 mules and is sponsored by the Alberta Beach
& District Agriculture Society.
Donations accepted for the Food Bank.

Snow Sculpturing Competition
This year we actually have an area where all the snow sculptures are in one
area. The Gazebo Park is the perfect area! Blocks of snow 4’wide, 4’high,
and 8’ long will be made. There are a few basic rules. No color, just snow
is allowed. Very minimal accessories are allowed. If you make a snowman,
you may use rocks for the eyes.That’s just an example, but you get the
picture. JUST SNOW is your best bet. The judges for this event is Shirley
and Dan Hinds. To register for this event you can call them at 924-3007.
judgeing will take place on sunday

Over the Line Snow Ball Tournament
Over the Line Ball has become an integral part of Sno Mo Days. It consists
of teams of four players playing five innings a game. Total games to be
played is determined at the onset of the tournament.
The object of the game is to hit the ball within a designated area, with the
hopes of the opposing team missing the ball. Three hits make one run after
which every hit will be considered a run. A home run clears the bases and
three hits are required before a run scores after the home run. Every inning
starts with no hits carried over. The game winner is determined by the total
number of runs earned after the completion of the five innings.
After the tournament prize money and prizes are awarded accordingly
at the Alberta Beach Hotel along with a complimentary chili and a bun.
9:30 to 4:00 February 16, 2008. Ball diamonds behind Hotel.
The Food Bank needs your support.

Rodeo Event Details:
1. Relay Race (Four Person Teams). Pass baton to team members in a fast race
to the finish.
2. Straight Skate Race. Three laps around arena and cones. (Two Age Groups)
3. Backwards Skate Race. Person must skate backwards in a race down and back
twice. (Two Age Groups)
4. Best Trick. Can be done alone or with another person. A chance to show your
fancy skating talents.
5. Skate & Puck Skill Competition. Skill testing course requiring players to maneuver
a puck through multiple pylons and scoring in the net. (Timed Event)
03:00 PM – 05:00 PM: #6 Snowshoe Races in Park.
03:00 PM – 06:00 PM: Stick & Puck ice skating time
05:00 PM – 05:00 PM: FREE BBQ Hot Dogs / Hot Chocolate
06:00 PM – 10:00 PM: Family Skate Time to Music. Skates and equipment
available to at Beachwave Park Skate Hut.
07:00 PM – 10:00 PM: Bon Fire Set
08:00 PM – 08:30 PM: Parade ends at Beachwave Park.

 

[162SKIDOO]

thats awesome thx.

 

[mach 2]

Broom Ball Tournament
Broom ball is played on a hockey rink, with rules very similar to hockey.
Each team has 5 players and a goalie. The center line (Red) is used for
offsides. All players must be on side to advance over the center line.
Equipment is simply running shoes and broom shaped sticks (supplied
by tournament committee). The ball used is a rubberized plastic ball,
a little larger than a softball. The object of the game is to have FUN &
GET some exercise! The more teams, the merrier. In charge of this event
is: Brian Muir of Alberta Beach, phone 924-3654. Alberta Beach outdoor
skating rink, Sunday February 18th, first draw 10:00 am depending on
number of teams entered.

VINTAGE DISPLAY
also i better put a plug in for the vintage display. probably my favorite part of sno mo days and a long standing tradition. gary miller PH#924-3165 the organizer has applied for more space this year. so we hope to get more vintage stuff to occupy that space. also the proposal has been made to have a little mini parade of all the vintage stuff. towards the end of the day, that way we can all get to hear the way each one pops and get a little nostalgia. this however is only tenative as we are not sure about liability issues.
SO IF YOU HAVE AN OLD RINGDINGDINGER BE SURE TO BRING IT OUT AND SHOW IT.

 

[162SKIDOO]

if i play can i ride my sled?

 

[perry27]

Bianca armour is a wicked place to shop guys theres one in calgary, its a liquidation building , batteries are really cheap in bulk, if you buy enough they will prolly give a good deal.

 

[Rucky]

It would be more fun if it was something like VROOOM BALL!

 

[mach 2]

update. there are two poker rallies. the snowmobile one is to be held on saturday, registration at the agriplex,course length approx 100km. the atv one is still on monday,
the over the line ball tournament has been cancelled.
broom ball is still a go.
the snowmobile/atv parade on saturday night is a go and the alberta beach asa have generously offered to groom the parade route.

 

[xcya]

Holy c@#p mach2 you took the time to type all that info??????

 

[mach 2]

Holy c@#p mach2 you took the time to type all that info??????

the volunteers at this event are a dedicated bunch.lol.
but seriously its called copy and paste. the original pdf file was to big to attach here.
be sure to thank the volunteers when you attend. this event requires a lot of work and would not be possible without thier help. even better yet donate a little of your time