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Why Candlewick worked so well
What made Candlewick Work?
THE PEOPLE OF CANDLEWICK, MADE CANDLEWICK WORK!
We had regular meetings and EXCELLENT communications between the Candlewick Committees and staff.
These folks know how to put on a PARTY! It was important that there be no disappointments. Realistic expectations were planned and all plans exceeded expectations. We discussed the steps that we would have to take for the 2 sponsors to participate in the race. Advanced orientation and boat time was a mandatory requirement. Safe Exciting Fun with minimum disruption was the major goal.
Their facilities and hospitality was the final polish that made it all look easy. The lake is very well protected with Big Trees and gentle shorelines that minimize wind chop and wake bounce-back. The layout and conditions are excellent for our kind of racing. The friendliness and excitement of the community was contagious.
They provided 100 free breakfasts for race team members over the two days. We had our own area for camping and RV’s and pool passes for the kids. There was fantastic food and a great restaurant all comfortable and reasonably priced. Your choice of eating inside or out with BBQ including Rib Eye Steak Sandwiches, Beer tents, local business displays, Live bands Saturday and Sunday, Live Radio remote, local TV coverage http://www.wifr.com/sports , event programs, …… and on and on!
The racers were very appreciative and respected the opportunity to race in a populated community. We appeared in the 4th of July Celebration Parade and put a display boat out in front of the community. There was no testing to accommodate water-skiers, boaters, fishermen etc. who would have to give up “their” lake from 10 AM – 5:30 pm Saturday and Sunday. All racers were provided with “fuel cloths” to prevent spillage into the pristine waters. Young racers performed trash pickup duties. Pits were tight and everyone cooperated to the degree that we can easily accommodate more racers next year.
So my sincere appreciation to the fine residents at Candlewick. Most particular the ones who may not have been thrilled with the disruptions we have caused to your tranquil, beautiful community. Your willingness to give us 2 days out of the summer is appreciated beyond what we can express. Candlewick is a “Racers race site” and we look forward to seeing you next year.
Please take a minute to learn more about the Candlewick Community. http://www.candlewick-lake.org/outside_home.asp
The community advertised the races heavily
http://www.candlewick-lake.org/sub_c...OCIATION+EVENT
We gave the sponsors a taste of what it was like. Look for the pictures of the General Manager (Tracy Carter) and President of the Candlewick Association (Rich Witt) during the Novice race.
http://www.candlewick-lake.org/sub_c...ING+WEEKEND%21
FANTASTIC PHOTOS by Mike Price! (Check out slide show feature) http://mikeprice.zenfolio.com/
My sincere thanks and appreciation,
Paul Nielander
Promotional Chairman
Badger State Outboard Association
Marine Racing Club of Illinois
APBA National Stock Outboard Commission
THE PEOPLE OF CANDLEWICK, MADE CANDLEWICK WORK!
We had regular meetings and EXCELLENT communications between the Candlewick Committees and staff.
These folks know how to put on a PARTY! It was important that there be no disappointments. Realistic expectations were planned and all plans exceeded expectations. We discussed the steps that we would have to take for the 2 sponsors to participate in the race. Advanced orientation and boat time was a mandatory requirement. Safe Exciting Fun with minimum disruption was the major goal.
Their facilities and hospitality was the final polish that made it all look easy. The lake is very well protected with Big Trees and gentle shorelines that minimize wind chop and wake bounce-back. The layout and conditions are excellent for our kind of racing. The friendliness and excitement of the community was contagious.
They provided 100 free breakfasts for race team members over the two days. We had our own area for camping and RV’s and pool passes for the kids. There was fantastic food and a great restaurant all comfortable and reasonably priced. Your choice of eating inside or out with BBQ including Rib Eye Steak Sandwiches, Beer tents, local business displays, Live bands Saturday and Sunday, Live Radio remote, local TV coverage http://www.wifr.com/sports , event programs, …… and on and on!
The racers were very appreciative and respected the opportunity to race in a populated community. We appeared in the 4th of July Celebration Parade and put a display boat out in front of the community. There was no testing to accommodate water-skiers, boaters, fishermen etc. who would have to give up “their” lake from 10 AM – 5:30 pm Saturday and Sunday. All racers were provided with “fuel cloths” to prevent spillage into the pristine waters. Young racers performed trash pickup duties. Pits were tight and everyone cooperated to the degree that we can easily accommodate more racers next year.
So my sincere appreciation to the fine residents at Candlewick. Most particular the ones who may not have been thrilled with the disruptions we have caused to your tranquil, beautiful community. Your willingness to give us 2 days out of the summer is appreciated beyond what we can express. Candlewick is a “Racers race site” and we look forward to seeing you next year.
Please take a minute to learn more about the Candlewick Community. http://www.candlewick-lake.org/outside_home.asp
The community advertised the races heavily
http://www.candlewick-lake.org/sub_c...OCIATION+EVENT
We gave the sponsors a taste of what it was like. Look for the pictures of the General Manager (Tracy Carter) and President of the Candlewick Association (Rich Witt) during the Novice race.
http://www.candlewick-lake.org/sub_c...ING+WEEKEND%21
FANTASTIC PHOTOS by Mike Price! (Check out slide show feature) http://mikeprice.zenfolio.com/
My sincere thanks and appreciation,
Paul Nielander
Promotional Chairman
Badger State Outboard Association
Marine Racing Club of Illinois
APBA National Stock Outboard Commission
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