‘It’s going to be a great day, bringing some light to good causes and bringing excitement to the area for snowmobiling,’ club director says of Feb. 15 attempt
A small snowmobile club from Wasaga Beach is excited about trying to break a Guinness World Record, and they’re inviting snowmobilers from all over Ontario to join in.
On Feb. 15, the Wasaga Snowmobile Club (WSC) along with Sledheads 4 Kids will hold Sledfest for the Record in an effort to surpass the record for the largest snowmobile parade. The current title belongs to the Whitecourt Trailblazers from Alberta, who had 1,047 snowmobiles parading on Feb. 12, 2015 during the World Snowmobile Invasion.
“This is an opportunity for Ontario and the WSC to shine and attempt this record,” said Josh Fuller, director with WSC and Sledheads 4 Kids.
When Alberta claimed the title, it was previously held by Ontario’s Science Hill Drifters. Bill Gaddows, president of Wasaga Snowmobile Club, expressed his desire to see that title come back to Ontario.
“We want to get it back,” he said.
The money raised from registrations and donations will be shared between local food banks and Amici Children’s Camps. The food banks set to receive funds include Wasaga Beach Ministerial Food Bank, Barrie Food Bank, St. Vincent De Paul’s food bank in Collingwood and Georgian Bay Food Network in Midland.
“With how things are today – there are so many people out there that need this extra help. We want to support them and bring awareness about food banks and how important they are,” said Fuller.
You need to register online ahead of time here.
In-person registration costs $15 per snowmobile, and you can bring non-perishable food items on the day of the event. Registration starts at 8:30 a. m. until 11:30 a. m., including a pancake breakfast. The parade will begin at Wasaga Sports Park located at 1888 Klondike Park Road at 11:30 a. m., launching in waves of 50 participants at a time. You must show proof of a valid Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs trails permit and insurance during check-in.
When asked about hopes for turnout at this event, Fuller mentioned he’d like lots of participants.
“I know this area alone can beat that record. Anything over 1,047 would be fantastic,” he said. “It’s going to be a great day, bringing some light to good causes and bringing excitement to the area for snowmobiling.”
Gaddows pointed out that Wasaga Beach used to be known as the snowmobile capital of Ontario.
“It’s kind of gone by the wayside. Maybe an event like this will put us back on the map,” he said.
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