Event set for Friday and Saturday, Feb. 19-21

Reigning over the ninth annual Manawa Snodeo, Feb. 19-21, on Bear Lake are Princess Kassidee Zander, Queen Carlee Zander and Princess Harmony Rice.

This two-day event, sponsored by Fox Valley Technical College, Symco Threshermen and Manawa Lions, will feature racers both distant and local displaying their talents on snowmobiles, motorcycles and ATVs.

The races include a 1.5 mile lakecross (slalom) course, a 1/3 mile oval track, a 660 foot radar run/ice drags and the WKSRA Kitty Kat National Championship.

The event kicks off on Friday at noon with “Ride with The Vets,” which offers a free luncheon to all veterans followed by a trail ride from 1-3 p.m. Sleds and gear are provided for any veteran wanting to ride.

The racing action begins at 10 a.m. Saturday with Lakecross, ProVintage oval racing, Radar Runs and Ice Drags.

The snowmobile racing continues beginning at 10 a.m. Sunday with Ice Bike Shoot-Out, exhibition 4 wheelers and Mantas, F500 Challenge and WKSRA National Championship. All racers, riders and spectators are invited to attend.

Spectator admission is $10 per day or $15 for both days. Children 12 and under are admitted free.

For further information, contact Deb Sarna at 920-470-1429 or visit www.manawasnodeo.com.