Utica Zoo presents the 17th Annual Snowfari


(Utica, NY – Feb. 2012) Fight off those winter blues with some fun in the, snow? No matter the weather, the annual Snowfari promises to give families a day filled with activities and entertainment.

This year, the Snowfari turns up the heat with Luau themed fun such as the Beach Volley Ball Tundra Tournament. Teams wishing to play in the tournament please contact Daniee Hurlbert at (315) 738-0472 Ext. 38. There will also be ski/snowboard sporting competitions along with tasty treats, music, food served by our own UFD Firefighters, and don’t forget the legendary Cardboard Sled Race!

It all happens Saturday, Feb. 11 from 11am to 4pm at the Val Bialas Sports Center on Memorial Parkway in Utica, with the Cardboard Sled Race starting at 2pm. Registration forms can be found online at UticaZoo.org.

Cardboard Sled Race Registration Fee: $15 by Wednesday, Feb. 9; otherwise, $17.50  per sled

 

Rules:

  • All entries must be made of exclusively of cardboard, duct tape*, and glue with surface ornamental

decorations allowed.

  • No limitations on size or design
  • Any number of people are permitted to ride on the sled
  • Single elimination competition
  • Each heat winner will go on to the next heat until the overall champion is crowned

All sleds will be inspected before the race begins

*Fiber duct tape only no metal duct tape allowed.

 

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