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Cardboard Sled Race | Speculator, NY | March 2, 2024

Saturday, March 2, 2024
9:30 AM 2:00 PM

Oak Mountain Ski Center 141 Novosel Way Speculator, NY, 12164 United States (map)

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Cardboard Sled Race in the Central Adirondacks

Oak Mountain in Speculator, NY, hosts its annual downhill cardboard derby on March 2.

Calling all thrill-seekers, adrenaline junkies, and winter enthusiasts! It's time to unleash your creativity and engineering prowess for an epic adventure in the heart of the Adirondacks. Head to Oak Mountain on March 2, 2024, for a one-of-a-kind experience that will have you racing down snowy slopes on homemade cardboard sleds at the Cardboard Sled Race.

Craft your sled masterpiece from cardboard, tape, and sheer imagination (no metal bottoms). Whether you're a seasoned engineer or a DIY novice, there's a category for everyone, from solo speed demons to team builders extraordinaire.

Pro tip: For the best results, do not put a square edge on the front of your racer.

Visit the Oak Mountain Facebook page for more information.

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