Cuyuna Lakes Annual Ice Fishing Contest & Scorpion Homecoming 2020

February 1, 2020

Promotional Materials

• 2020 Event Flyer [882 KB]

Homecoming Overview

… where it’s not about the sleds, it’s about the people.

Join hundreds of Scorpion fans for the 16th annual Scorpion Homecoming & Ice Fishing Contest, brought to you by the Cuyuna Lakes Chamber of Commerce and the Sno-Serpent Snowmobile Club.

The Scorpion Range Whip and all teardrop designs are your 2020 Scorpion Homecoming feature sleds!

The agenda and tone of the event is expected to be similar to prior years. For a recap of prior events, browse the Scorpion Homecoming launch page.

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 sponsors by purchasing a raffle ticket (excellent prizes awarded - need not be present to win), patronizing the concessionaires and purchasing an official 2020 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.

And don't forget to sport your Scorpion-themed apparel!

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Homecoming results

Results are posted here within two days of the event.

official Button

Homecoming Details

Agenda

• 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM ~ Set-up & Registration

• 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM ~ Scorpion Store

• 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM ~ Display

• 1:00 - 2:30 PM ~ Air Sled Demonstration

• 1:30 - 2:30 PM ~ Judging

• 3:00 PM ~ Awards Presentation

• 3:15 PM ~ 4:30 PM Trail Ride

• 3:30 PM ~ 7:00 PM Open House

2020 Feature SleDS

Two features will be celebrated this year! #1) Range Whip — Filling a critical spot in the Scorpion line-up, the mid-size Range Whip rolled-off the Crosby-Ironton assembly line for three model years, 1976-1978. Sporting a powerful 400cc twin-cylinder Cuyuna engine, the Range Whip was lightweight and sporty, yet large enough to support a second rider. And with options for both Para-Rail and Para-Slide, the Range Whip provided innovative suspension options for an increasingly discriminating public. The Range Whip Sting (which sported a 440cc power plant and single-rider configuration) is also welcome as a feature sled at the 2020 Homecoming. #2 ) Teardrop Designs — All of Scorpion’s iconic teardrop designs (model years 1968-1971) will also be featured in 2020. Perhaps Scorpion’s most memorable hood design, the teardrop was a staple of the company for five years running. With smooth retro-styling, the teardrop is just as cool now, as it was back then. All teardrops (regardless of hood color or model) are eligible to be featured. — Whether original or restored, if you have one, regardless of condition, bring it out and show it off! (And you just might win a trophy!)

Media Coverage

[Pending]

Social Media

During the event, please actively post with the hash-tag #scorpionsnowmobiles #scorpionhomecoming using Instagram handle @scorpionsnowmobiles and check-in on Facebook under the place name "Scorpion Homecoming." It all helps to get the word out!

Judging

A more formalized judging process will continue for 2020. Scorpion Homecoming is independently judged by experts within the antique and vintage snowmobile hobby - the Antique Snowmobile Society (A.S.S.).

Trophies

An increased number of trophies will be distributed at the 3:00 PM on-ice awards presentation, including the following categories at minimum:

• Feature Sled - For those displaying a feature sled, a HUGE number of trophies will be awarded, including the traditional 1st, 2nd and 3rd places, as well as FIVE honorable mentions! Don't miss this opportunity to bring-home some beautiful trophy hardware.

• Trail-A-Sled Era, original and restored (model years 1959-1971) - First and Runner-Up for each

• Scorpion Era, original & restored (model years 1972-1981) - First and Runner-Up for each

• Scorpion Custom - First and Runner up

• Scorpion Traveler

• Chamber’s Choice

• C-I Royalty Award

• Sno-Serpent Award

• Eileen Harrison Memorial

Support Tent

Upon your arrival, visit the Homecoming on-ice support tent for your complimentary registration sled sign and commemorative button ($4). Additional Scorpion merchandise available at the post-event open house. For your comfort, the support tent also doubles as a warming facility.

Merchandise

Beyond the 2020 commemorative button, a limited amount of assorted Scorpion-related merchandise will be available at the post-event open house. Cash only please. Quantities limited. No pre-orders or Internet orders - first come, first served. 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM (approximate).

Parking and Traffic Flow

As always, on-ice driving and parking is at your own risk (ample nearby street parking is available). For your convenience, Memorial Park does have an excellent low-angle ramp to the ice surface. See the pre-event 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 feature sleds will be set-up near the display area entrance. Please place all features in the designated 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!

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. Directions to the open house are available at the on-ice Homecoming booth. Complimentary 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.

Photography Disclaimer

Scorpion Homecoming is an open and active event. Your presence at the Homecoming implies consent to permit Scorpion Online to photograph, record, film or videotape your likeness and to publish it on our web site and other publications for artistic and non-commercial promotional purposes. By your presence, you agree to release Scorpion Online from any liability resulting from publication of your likeness. Requests to remove a particular picture bearing your likeness will be honored on a best efforts basis.

Liability Disclaimer

Any and all Cuyuna Lakes Annual Ice Fishing Contest & Scorpion Homecoming activities are at your own risk.

Ice fishing Sponsors

City of Cuyuna, City of Crosby, Roth RV, Oars-n-Mine, Deerwood Motel, CI Courier

Leader Board Sponsors

Crosby Lofts, Deerwood Motel, Holmvig Excavating, Koop Funeral Home, Mid-Minnesota Federal Credit Union, Unity Bank, Spalding House

major Sponsors

Roth RV & Marine, Oars-N-Mine, City of Crosby, City of Cuyuna

Gold Sponsors

C&L Distributing, Crosby-Ironton Courier, Cuyuna Regional Medical Center, North Country Cafe

Food Sponsors

Deerstand

Beverage Sponsors

Christenson Agency

Bronze Sponsors

Deerwood Technologies, Graphic Packaging

Luck of the Draw Sponsors

Crosby Lofts, Molly’s Cottage on Main, Rafferty’s Pizza

Raffle Ticket PrizeS

The tournament boasts more than $1,000 in prizes for lucky or skilled anglers and prizes are awarded to fish of all sizes during the three-hour contest. Entry tickets are $10 for each hole and include the chance to win five raffle prizes. 1st - Eskimo F1 Rocket 8” Ice auger 2nd - Marcum M1 Flasher 3rd – Marcum Recon 5 Underwater Camera 4th - Eskimo Quickfish 3i Fish House 5th – Grand Casino Mille Lacs One Night Stay & $30 food credit. In addition, food and beverages will be sold in an ice-arming tent and there will be a raffle for numerous other prizes donated by the community.

Tournament tickets are available at the Cuyuna Lakes Chamber office (in Mid-Minnesota Federal Credit Union in Crosby), CI Courier, Deerwood Bank, Mid-MN Federal Credit Union, Oars-N-Mines and Spalding House. They will also be sold at the event. Eager anglers are encouraged to monitor the Cuyuna Lakes Chamber Facebook page and www.cuyunalakes.com for more information including up-to-date reports on ice conditions.

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Important Announcements

Final Pre-Event 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.

Weather Information

• Expect 32 degrees and mostly cloudy. No precipitation expected. A lovely February day is in the making!

Ice Condition Updates

• IMPORTANT -- (Jan 31 2:05 PM) One day from Cuyuna Lakes Ice Fishing Contest & Scorpion Homecoming (2020), Serpent Lake’s ice surface is modestly slippery and covered by several inches of crusted snow. Going is difficult in places and slush exists in numerous areas. Ice thickness should be ample enough to handle foot traffic and snowmobiles. However, given this season’s unusual weather and freeze/thaw cycles, we are strongly recommending that trucks and trailers NOT park on the ice. Additionally, there is simply NOT enough plowed space on the ice to accommodate all trucks and trailers. Given this, please park along the numerous city streets in the area (see map below) and drive your snowmobile to the display. If your snowmobile does not run, starting at the Memorial Park boat ramp, there is a modest plowed road to and from the snowmobile display area. This can be used to unload snowmobiles near the display area, and then leave the ice for parking of truck and trailer. All ice fishermen and women are encouraged to park on the shore nearby and walk with their gear to the event. As always, cleats are recommended for footwear while on the ice. -- A modest area for snowmobile swappers has been plowed on the ice along the shoreline, north of the display area. Swappers are welcome to set-up there (first come, first served). Access the swapper area from the Memorial Park boat ramp. -- As always, any and all parking, riding or walking on the ice is at your own risk. All street parking is first come, first served. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Ice Fishing Details

Cuyuna Lakes Chamber of Commerce - Annual Ice Fishing Contest

Come to Scorpion Homecoming 2020 and show-off your Range Whip - then catch yourself a fish at the adjacent Annual Serpent Lake Ice Fishing Contest. Great prizes in several categories!

Together with Annual Ice Fishing Contest, Scorpion Homecoming is intended to be enjoyed by the whole family. The adjacent Annual Ice Fishing Contest boasts an on-ice dance contest, raffle prizes, on-ice concessions and themed fishing groups - this is a great day to celebrate Minnesota winter living! Over 1200 holes will be drilled and waiting for your line to be dropped at Noon on Saturday, February 1st. Win cash prizes for fish of all species. Even a cash prize for the smallest fish!

The national anthem will be presented by the Ironton American Legion Color Guard. All proceeds from the tournament and Scorpion buttons benefit the Cuyuna Lakes Chamber and will be used for marketing to attract visitors to the area.

Social Media Guidelines

Before, during and after the even please post actively with Instagram handle @cuyuna_lakes along with hashtags #cuyunalakes and #cuyunalakescontest

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). If you are unsure of the location, check-out the map on the Homecoming launch page. Enter Memorial Park through the west-side entrance along Hwy 210, then proceed to the boat ramp where volunteers will assist you.