Rosebud Lions are hitting the road to support the community.

This Saturday they are hosting a unique event to support the work that is done for the communities, their first car Rally. All ages makes and models are welcome, the goal is to have fun.

 “We’re hoping to spark some new interest to get people involved,” said Pat Murphy of the Rosebud Lions. “It’s a little bit of a scavenger hunt. You have to follow directions and - spot things.”

He said the route should take about three hours and take in all kinds of the beautiful views of the area that many residents could rediscover for a second time. 

“We are doing a circuit route through Drumheller, so people get to see Horse Thief Canyon, Horse Shoe Canyon, the Bleriot Ferry.  Things that are all around that we might take for granted,” he said. “They have to spot things along the way and take notice of grain elevators or signs and other attractions.”

The day begins with brunch at 11 a.m. at the Rosebud Memorial Hall before they head out on route at about 1 p.m.

The circuit takes them back to the hall where there will be dinner, entertainment and a silent auction. All of the proceeds from the rally go to community endeavours the Club undertakes.

“We would love to get kids involved, there’s lots of stuff to do along the way. We wanted to be family oriented,” said Murphy. “It’s not a race so there are no points for going fast, it’s just for a nice drive around the valley.

Tickets are available from any Lions Club member. For more information, contact Murphy at 403-820-4251.

Community groups looking for some help on their project can look towards the World’s Largest Dinosaur Legacy Fund.

The application period is open for the small project round of granting. These are grants are up to $3,000 for a project. Eligible applicants that are community not for profit groups registered under the Societies Act or other formally organized  group.

 The funding is available for enhancing capital projects that benefit the community. The funds are not to be used for operations. The grant may be used to supplement funding from other sources to renovate, retrofit, enhance or repair capital construction projects. The recipient must expend all funding within the year they are approved for the project start date.

The Dinosaur Legacy Fund was created to make a lasting contribution to the community. Each year a portion of the  profits from the World’s Largest Dinosaur and Gift Shop are used to fund community projects. To date the Legacy Fund has contributed more than $550,000 to 28 different community groups and associations.

The deadline to apply is September 1, 2015.  Application forms can be found at www.drumhellerchamber.com.