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Jul 31, 2010 at 11:19 AM

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Our 17th Annual Grass Drags & Power Sports Swap Meet is going to be held on October 3, 2010.  Boone County Fairgrounds in Belvidere, IL.  Please see our Grass Drag & Swap page for more information.
2010 Grass Drags & Power Sports Swap Meet
Written by Dan   
Apr 08, 2010 at 11:06 AM

 

17th Annual Prairie Riders Snowmobile Club’s
Snowmobile Grass Drags & Power Sports Swap Meet

The Prairie Riders Snowmobile Club will hold our 17th   Grass Drag & Power Sports Swap Meet again this October 3, 2010.   

Our Snowmobile Grass Drags will take place on a 500 foot 4 lane track with 1,100 feet of shutdown.   As in the past we run for Trophies only to keep our entry fees low and allow participation for everyone.   A very diverse group of racers compete with us each year, from the first time racers to veteran semi and pro racers.  This is the place to come out and try grass dragging for the first time or 100th   time.   We expect 125-175 race entries with registration from 8-10 am and Racing beginning at 11:00 am.  We run 20 classes including Stock, improved, Modified, Vintage and a Mini Class for kids that is free, all kids receive a trophy.  All Classes are listed below on our Registration sheet which you can download.

Our Swap Meet continues to grow dramatically each year, last year we had 200 swappers and 20 Vendors.  It has become the largest snowmobile event held each year in Illinois.  While still primarily a snowmobile swap meet, there are many other power sports items in the Swap Meet.  We saw an increase in all types of power sports in the swap area including ATV’s, Dirt Bikes and more. Remember your $10 Swap Site Fee is for one site as big as you need.  If you have 2 Vehicles you need two sites.   New this year a vintage swap and show area.  Come show off your old ride or look for a new old ride. (ask to be in the Vintage area when you arrive)

Check out the Club Photo Album on the right column for past years Races and Swap and our new YouTube Channel with videos from 2009's event.

 

  • $5 admission under 12 free
  • $10 Swap fee for any size trailer or truck load
  • $25 Vendor Sites (new or used retail sales)
  • $10 Pits ($5 with general admission must sign release and be 16 per our insurer)
  • $15 race fee for each race class entered   (racers must be 16 per our insurer)
  • Mini sled racers race for free and receive a Trophy


 

  • Sunday October 3, 2010
  • Boone County Farigrounds
  • Belvidere, Il 61008
  • 815-289-1401
 
 
Downloads, save time on race day and fill out your forms ahead of time.
 
 
 
Minor Waiver for 16 & 17 year olds racing or in the Pits, must be filled out and will be checked.  Also all Mini Sled Racers must have a waiver form filled out.
 
Race Class list on the registration form
 
Last Updated ( Jul 24, 2010 at 04:05 PM )
Who We Are
Written by Administrator   
Aug 09, 2005 at 05:50 PM


 

Who We Are:

We are a group of families from Boone County, in Northern Illinois, and based in Belvidere, IL.  52 families strong, this year, who enjoy the sport of Snowmobiling, and promoting safe family fun. First organized in 1971 and chartered in 1975 the Prairie Riders members include, families with children, couples, singles and seniors.  Anyone is welcome and is encouraged to join a snowmobile club.  Snowmobile clubs promote and protect your right to ride and a larger membership make that an easier battle.  Joining is easy and you don't need to be sponsored.  Download a membership form or join online via our PayPal link on the Join our Club Page.  Membership includes a subscription to the Illinois Snowmobiler Magazine.

Safety Education:

We provide DNR Certified Snowmobile Safety Education Classes free of charge to the public.  This is part of the service to community that the Prairie Riders provide each year.  All riders 12 - 15 years old and anyone born in 1985 or later must have a Safety Certificate to ride on Illinois or the surrounding states trail systems. Check out our class schedule on the Safety Education Page.  This year about 100 students will earn their Snowmobile Certificate by attending one or our classes.

Trails:  Without snowmobile clubs there would be no trails 

The Prairie Riders maintain 50 miles of trails in Boone County.  These trails are possible, because the land owners have given their permission to use their land, please respect their gift.   If you snowmobile on any trail in Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan or other states, chances are that trail is made possible by the local snowmobile club. Clubs like ours provide these trails for public use though volunteer efforts of our members. Our Club can use help to provide good trails on which to ride. 

Club Culture:

So do we only work on trails?  By no means is this a work only club.  We snowmobile, take snowmobiling trips, socialize, raise money for many local charities, summer camping trips and picnics, casino trips,  have club sponsored dinners a couple time a year,  hold fundraisers and support the community whenever possible.  Our big event of the year is the Grass Drags and Power Sports Swap Meet that takes place on the first Sunday in October.  We just finished our 15th annual and it was a great day.  This event has become the largest Snowmobile Event in Illinois and something the club members can be very proud of.  Above all this is a family oriented club with many activities to enjoy.

Prairie Riders Membership:

By belonging to the Prairie Riders Snowmobile Club, you are helping keep the sport strong by providing  trail system, political voice, and are having fun by being with people who enjoy and understand the fun and fellowship of snowmobiling.  Joining is easy, online with Paypal or downloading a membership form.   Or you can visit us at one of our monthly meeting to see what we are all about.  Monthly meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month from September to April.  We will be meeting at the Backstop Bar and Grill in Belvidere, IL.  They have fine food and drink, so come out for a little early for dinner. 



 

A video from our 2008 club trip to Land O' Lakes, WI:
Last Updated ( Jan 09, 2010 at 12:53 PM )
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