The Cuyuna Range Chamber of Commerce presents the 5th annual Scorpion Homecoming, scheduled for Saturday, February 7, 2009.

    Scorpion Whip Commercial Past Homecoming Events The Rifleman Highlights


    Scorpion Homecoming is the largest annual event of it's kind in the world, regularly drawing large numbers of Scorpion enthusiasts from throughout the United States and Canada.

    Join hundreds of former employees and Scorpion collectors for an afternoon of memories in the hometown of this proud brand. Bigger and better then ever, this year's 5th annual Scorpion Homecoming commemorates the 50th anniversary of Trail-A-Sled, Inc. Founded in 1959, Trail-A-Sled, Inc. is the firm that birthed the Scorpion snowmobile and brought us numerous early innovations in snowmobiling. In addition, the 1975 Whip and the endorsements of Hollywood actor Chuck Connors will also be featured. As always, registration is free but attendees are encouraged to support the Chamber by purchasing commemorative buttons and other Scorpion memorabilia. All profits benefit the Cuyuna Range Chamber of Commerce. Scorpion Homecoming is held in conjunction with the Chamber's long-standing ice fishing contest on beautiful Serpent Lake - just offshore from Crosby's Memorial Park.

    		Scorpion Homecoming 2006

    The Cuyuna Range Chamber of Commerce's fifth annual Scorpion Homecoming will be held on Saturday, February 7 on beautiful Serpent Lake, just offshore from Crosby's memorial park.

    Highlights of the 2009 event include:

    1.) A celebration of the 50 year anniversary of Trail-A-Sled, Inc.. Established in 1959, this is the Crosby-based firm that eventually became Scorpion snowmobiles. Fifty year commemorative ball caps will be available for purchase at the event.

    2.) The 1975 Whip will be the feature sled for 2009. A significant departure from previous designs, this innovative machine sported an all-aluminum tunnel, wide ski stance, para-rail suspension and forward-mounted Cuyuna engine.

    3.) The contributions of Hollywood actor and former Scorpion spokesperson Chuck Connors will also be noted. Chuck's promotional efforts were key the success of the Whip. For Homecoming 2009, all attendees are encouraged to sport the western-themed apparel popularized by Chuck during his time with Scorpion. A short video featuring his now-famous cowboy hat and lambs wool jacket may be found on this page (along with video clips from his fabulous television series, The Rifleman). Additional videos of Chuck's Scorpion days may be found here and several still shots may be found here: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5.

    4.) A more formalized judging process will be introduced for 2009. We plan on giving-away lots of trophies so your chances of bringing home some hardware are better than ever.

    The Homecoming has become an annual ritual for Scorpion collectors and 2009 promises to be a very special event. Make plans to attend now.

    The agenda and tone of the event is expected to be similar to prior years. For a recap of prior events, browse Homecoming 2005, Homecoming 2006, Homecoming 2007 or Homecoming 2008.

    Scorpion Homecoming is a casual, free and fun event. Sled registration is completely complementary. No formal provisions are being made for swap or race activities. Attendees are however encouraged to support the Chamber by purchasing a raffle ticket (excellent prizes awarded  need not be present to win), patronizing the concessionaires and purchasing the 2009 Homecoming button.

    All Scorpions, as well as Scorpion-manufactured brands are welcome, including Trail-A-Sled, Sno-Ro, Sears, Sno-Craft, Brut and Massey-Ferguson.

    Machines need not run to be displayed. For safety reasons, propeller-driven air-sleds will NOT be operated during the event.

    Begin now making plans to attend this exciting event. If you plan on attending the event, please aid the Chamber's planning by clicking here to send us an email. In the body of the email please indicate the following: last name; hometown; number of persons attending; number of sleds you plan on bringing; and your status (e.g. collector, former racer, employee). In addition, if you plan on bringing a 1975 Whip, please tell us about it.

    And don't forget to sport either your Chuck Connors styled western wear or any other Scorpion-themed apparel.

    Need more information? Contact us at the following Email address:

    AGENDA

    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM ~ Set-up & Registration
    12:00 PM - 3:00 PM ~ Display
    3:00 PM ~ Awards
    3:15 PM - 4:30 PM ~ Trail Ride
    3:30 PM - 7:00 PM ~ Open House

    SUPPORT TENT

    Upon your arrival, visit the Homecoming on-ice support tent for your sled sign, peer's choice ballots, and Scorpion merchandise. For your comfort, the support tent also doubles as a warming facility. A peer's choice ballot will be provided for each Scorpion displayed.

    All profits benefit the Chamber of Commerce. Please support the event by purchasing these wonderful items! Cash only please.

    PARKING & TRAFFIC FLOW

    Event Poster

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    Featured Products
    Scorpion Flags

    Details are pending until the final days proceeding the event. On-site traffic coordinators are expected. As always, on-ice driving and parking is at your own risk (ample nearby street parking is always available). For your convenience, Memorial Park does have an excellent low-angle ramp to the lake. See the Breaking Announcements section of this page for last minute information.

    DISPLAY AREA

    A dedicated display area will be set-up adjacent to the ice fishing area on Serpent Lake just offshore from Memorial Park. Although welcome, no formal provisions are being made for swappers (and no fees are accessed). All swappers in attendance are asked to set-up around the perimeter of the display area and not within the snowmobile display lines.

    A dedicated area for 1974 Whips will be set-up near the display area entrance. Please place all 1975 Whips (regardless of condition) in this area.

    The display area is reserved specifically for Trail-A-Sled, Scorpion and other brands directly manufactured by such. Other antique and vintage brands are welcome (but are asked to please set-up around the perimeter of the display area).

    Local ride-in sleds are encouraged!

    BREAKING ANNOUNCEMENTS
    In the final days preceding the event, late-breaking announcements will be posted to this area. If you plan on attending, please check this section accordingly.


    LOCATION

    Crosby, Minnesota is located on the eastern edge of the Brainerd Lakes Area (115 miles north of Minneapolis, 90 miles west of Duluth, 15 miles northwest of Brainerd). Crosby's Memorial Park on the northwestern shores of Serpent Lake (Highway 210).

    Windows Live Map: Memorial Park, Crosby, MN 56441

    TRAIL RIDE

    Completely on-ice, this optional low-speed ride will circumnavigate Serpent Lake for approximately 8 round-trip miles. Support vehicles may not be available so plan accordingly. Assuming safe ice conditions, the ride will proceed with or without snow. Participants below the age of 18 are subject to Minnesota's helmet law. Please have your sleds in good running condition. Vintage snowmobiles (25 years old or greater) are exempt from state license requirements while participating in this event.

    OPEN HOUSE

    Held at a world-class local collection, this event is an absolute must for Scorpion fans. Rare vintage video will be on display. Directions to the open house are available at the on-ice Homecoming booth. Snacks and refreshments will be provided.

    LODGING

    For lodging and dining information, see the Chamber's web site. Extensive alternative lodging is also available in the Brainerd Lakes area, generally 16 miles southwest of Crosby-Ironton on Highway 210.

 

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