DORVA is gearing up for another season of MX action.
It will be a few months before track conditions will be ready to ride, however they are already working on the upcoming season.
Through the hard work of the organization the track has experienced a rebirth. It has reconstructed the facility, and in the last three years tripled the number of riders.
“The major reconstruction of the track has brought 3,000 people to Drumheller. The riders come from all over Alberta. We have heard from many people that Drumheller is their favorite track. They love the natural topography and the beautiful scenery of the badlands in the background,” said Sherry Christensen of DORVA.
She adds many of the new riders are families. “The families pick DORVA to go to for a quiet atmosphere. The facility is focused on giving families a day to spend together no matter what the ages are, male or female. The smaller children love the playground they can play on while big brother or sister are enjoying the track,” she said.
They also have Wednesday night barbecues, another chance to meet fellow riders.
They have a big year planned with the planned move and reconstruction of the peewee track.
“This simple track is ideal for children 4 to 9 years old. The two other tracks will not be majorly changed, but refaced for a fresh beginning. These tracks have a few obstacles but can be rode by riders of all ages,” she said.
They are also planning to hold a major Canadian Motorsport Racing Corporation (CMRC) event, the third in as many years.
“This event will be one of the biggest races in Alberta. Instead of being one practice day and one race day, DORVA is having one practice day and two race days! The event will be round 6 and 7 of the Southern Alberta Series. We figure it will bring at least 700 people into the town of Drumheller. After the practice on Saturday there will be a quad mud bog,” said Christensen.
The final event of the season will be the Southern Alberta Motocross Awards Banquet. They are hosting the event on October 20. It will include a dinner, awards program and dance.
Part of DORVA’s success is its partnering with local community groups and organizations. Over the last two years the Drumheller Titans have volunteered at the races and in return, DORVA has donated to their efforts. They are grateful for the support of the community and welcome other groups interested in helping out to contact them.
For more information on DORVA, memberships, track hours or how to get involved go to www.dorvamx.com
