![]() ![]() We are going to make sure those pathways are open,” Conway said. “Another concern we had was access to the hangers for all the people who store their planes there. He did not know the age of the airstrip but said it was very old. Todd Conway, District director of community services, said 100 Mile’s airport manager and members of the 100 Mile Flying Club share similar concerns about the impact the race could have on the airstrip.Ĭonway noted that several cracks mark the runway and that they are sealed every year with tar. “When I think of drag racing I think of squealing tires on our airstrip and I’m wondering if it would be a disfavour to our airstrip?” “I’m delighted to hear of the possibilities of people bringing events to our community,” Fossum said. Mark said they have already secured permission to use the South Cariboo Rec Centre’s parking lot as a spectating area and will have access to their washroom facilities. Ralph Fossum asked if there was enough space near the airstrip to allow for spectators. He estimates the event could draw about 100 racers to 100 Mile.Ĭoun. Mark said they had originally planned to run the races to coincide with Hot July Nights but decided the town would be too busy to host both events. The Boutiliers have organized drag races for several years, with Mark serving as race director in Port Alberni, Mission and most recently Cache Creek. “We have been asked by the 100 Mile Cruzers Club to bring a drag race to the community.” ![]() “We are so excited to bring drag racing to 100 Mile House,” Dianne said. Drag It Challenge organizers Dianne and Mark Boutilier to use the 100 Mile House Airport as a drag strip on June 17, 2023. Drag It Challenge next summer.Ĭouncil on Tuesday approved a request from B.C. 100 Mile House South Cariboo 2017 Official Visitor Guideġ00 Mile House will host the B.C. ![]()
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