During August long weekend the “brappp ” sound of dirt bikes and quads will be heard at the DORVA Motocross track located just off Highway 9 South, by the Stampede Barn. Campers and trailers will fill the parking spaces, and riders from all over will flood the valley to take in the action.
The Drumheller Off Road Vehicle Association (DORVA) will be hosting the Southern Alberta (SOAB) Series Round 6 & 7 race from August 4-6. An addition to this year’s event will be the quad and side by side mud bog .
For the mud bog, DORVA will build a mud pit. Quad and side by side riders will challenge each other to see who can get through the pit the furthest and the fastest, making it a fun way to get dirty.
“I think Drumheller has one of the best tracks in Alberta because there are so many volunteers and a lot of community suppport to make everything possible. It’s a great practice track for our local riders, and there are facilites for riders of all caliber,” said Casey Christensen, president of DORVA.
Practice sign-in will begin Friday evening at 7 p.m. Practice will be held Saturday, and race sign in will happen in the afternoon starting at 3 p.m. Racing begins Sunday morning at 9 a.m. A four-man rally race will take place Sunday evening to provide a fun break after a hard day of moto’s.
“Riders are coming from all over the province, British Columbia and Saskatchewan. There will be everybody from pro’s racing, to four year old’s riding the little 50 cc bikes, there’s a lot to watch,” said Christensen.
Seven vendors, as well as a concession will be on site for riders' and visitors' convenience.
Members of the Drumheller Titans Football team will be helping out at the race by doing their time flagging for each event. In return for their help, DORVA will make a donation for the players time to the Titans.
“We like to try to give back to the community when we host these events and it’s so great to receive the help,” said Christensen.
There will be lots of local talent in all different classes competing during the race weekend to watch for, said Christensen. He also said it is a great way to see the sport up close and personal, without having to travel far.
Admission is only $5 per person, or $20 for a car load. Children four and under are free. For more information regarding the race event and times go to www.dorvamx.com.
Anyone wishing to volunteer contact Casey Christensen at (403) 820-1574.
