SPRINGFIELD — The big event is just around the corner: The Springfield Winter Carnival will take place this weekend at Crown Point Country Club.
Friday evening, Feb. 9 will kick off with bonfire and open skating and sledding under the lights. The Crown Point Pub will be open, serving burgers, hot dogs, chili, fries, and drinks. Free hot chocolate will be provided all evening.
Saturday, Feb. 10 will be packed with fun activities. Skating and sledding will continue to run all day and night, with the restaurant opening at 11 a.m. Some snowshoes will be provided – participants should bring their own skates, sleds, and cross country skis.
Lots of indoor kids’ activities are planned. Troy Wunderle’s Big Top Adventures will be there to dazzle from noon to 4 p.m. Don’t miss face-painting, crafts, and Sno-Cones with All-4-One. The annual Cardboard Sled Contest will begin at noon. And for those with a need for speed, bring the kayak and test out the slopes in the Downhill Snow Kayak Races at 3 p.m. Prizes will be given for the winners of both events. To enter either competition, please arrive 30 minutes prior to the event to register.
Saturday festivities will carry on with a spectacular fireworks display, brought by Atlas Fireworks and Kelley Sales and Service. A bonfire will take place after the show, and then all can enjoy an evening of music with Ben Fuller and Johnny O, Live with a Trout River “Tap Takeover,” sponsored by Members Advantage Community Credit Union.
Carpooling is encouraged, and parking is first-come first-serve.
On Sunday, Feb. 11, challenge last year’s Champions and get your game on in the ever-popular Broom Hockey Tournament, this year being held at the North Springfield School Rink, starting at 1 p.m.
The Snowman Competition is back – in the weeks leading up to the Winter Carnival, participants can build a snowman at their home or business and send a picture to enter. Questions and registration for the Snowman Competition, Cardboard Sled Contest, Snow Kayak Races, or Broom Hockey can be directed to Andy Bladyka at (802) 885-2727 or [email protected].
The carnival is supported by Springfield Parks and Recreation, the EdgarMay Health and Recreation Center, Crown Point Country Club and local volunteers. More volunteers are always needed, especially parking attendants from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Saturday.
For general information or to volunteer, contact Christian Craig at (802) 885-2568 [email protected]. The Facebook page will have updates atwww.facebook.com/SpringfieldWinterCarnival, or visitwww.SpringfieldVtParksandRec.com.
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