Oldsmobile Show in Olds, AB July 16th, 2011

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Feb 8, 2011 | 12:02 PM

442much

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**PICS ADDED** Oldsmobile Show in Olds, AB July 16th, 2011

Just in case there are people who want time to plan a trip. Last year every participant received a door prize.

The 18th annual Rocket Round Up in Olds will be held on July 16th, 2011 at Hildebrand Motors in Olds, Alberta 12 noon - 4 pm.

Open to all Oldsmobiles 1897-2004
Second of Five numbered historic mini artwork with easel to the first 75 participants (First of Five print still available)
Free hot dogs and soft drinks
Free gift to all participants to celebrate our 20th Anniversary
Music / Trophies / Plaques / Club T-shirts / Club Golf shirts / Olds Pins / Olds items / Flags /door prizes.
Long Distance Award (member only)
Non-Member Long Distance Award (non-members only)
Mayor's Choice Award (open to all)
Oldest Oldsmobile at Olds Award (open to all)
RCMP - "The Car I'd like to Commandeer in a High Speed Chase" Award (open to all)
50/50 engine endurance contest
Banquet afterwards at the Royal Canadian Legion
Register and pay on line and see the pictures of the 2010 show at www.oldsnorthernlights.com
open to non club members too, as long as you drive an Oldsmobile
Caravans leaving Edmonton and Calgary day of the show
Olds is 60 miles north of Calgary
Do it yourself car wash right next door
Hotels and motels close by
For info: president@oldsnorthernlights.com

Video of last years show.. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SwBErPwiKjM

Last edited by 442much; Jul 19, 2011 at 10:11 PM. Reason: year change & video

Jun 15, 2011 | 09:22 PM

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Here is the first in a series of 5 mini art works from last year. We will issue the second art piece at this years show. This mini print is limited but there are still some available for those who want to come to this years show and collect the whole series.

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On the back...

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Jun 15, 2011 | 10:00 PM

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There was some very beautiful cars at that show last year, I bet it was tough on the judging.

Jun 15, 2011 | 11:39 PM

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Would be kinda cool... owning an Olds and living in Olds, AB

Jun 30, 2011 | 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by oldzy

Would be kinda cool... owning an Olds and living in Olds, AB

A few members do!

The town gets a kick out of it. The mayor shows up and hands out a trophy. No rules, she just picks the car she likes best. The RCMP are also on hand, and they will hand out a signed framed certificate (signed by the officer) "The Car I'd Most Like To Commandeer".
Participants gets a laugh out of that one. Two weeks to go. Hopefully some western members of this forum will show up.

Jul 3, 2011 | 08:23 PM

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Ken

I hope you have a great show! I've been through Olds quite a few times both in a big truck and a regular four wheeler. I don't know my old girl well enough yet to trust it for that long a trip so maybe will make it another year.

Pat

Jul 3, 2011 | 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by GAOldsman

There was some very beautiful cars at that show last year, I bet it was tough on the judging.

Scot,
C'mon up and join us! I'll buy the wobblypop! Would be nice to meet you. I know the club has an official photographer now, but I'm planning to take lots of pics too. 13 more days!

Jul 4, 2011 | 07:18 AM

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You know I'll be there Ken.

ps, the show in Vancouver wasn't too great, 20 cars, most people didn't even know there was an Alberta club, I was inviting everyone I spoke with to our show.

Jul 4, 2011 | 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by extreme1

You know I'll be there Ken.

ps, the show in Vancouver wasn't too great, 20 cars, most people didn't even know there was an Alberta club, I was inviting everyone I spoke with to our show.

See! That's one way of letting them know...invade their show with some of our members. Too bad about the turnout. It used to be an all Olds show and was pretty good from what I've heard. Oh well, you did good. They are always invited to ours. Third Saturday in July every year, in the town of Olds.

I'll see both you guys on the 16th. Pat, maybe next year?

Jul 5, 2011 | 04:40 AM

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Would love to go ken but I'm flying back home from Regina otherwise I would be there for sure

Jul 8, 2011 | 09:45 AM

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Maybe next year Wes. There's always room...so far. We have a 1937 F37 pre-registered and driving from Kelowna. Just got a few calls from BC yesterday about people driving in. BC should be well represented.

Jul 17, 2011 | 01:49 PM

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OK. Got back from our car show in the town of Olds yesterday. There were lots of cars that I've never seen before. As usual it rained all week here but on the day of our show it was hot (for us - 80F), dry and not a cloud in the sky. That's the story for our show for the last 18 years.

We had 72 that paid to come to the show, and five, for some reason, didn't make it. So the story on our Rocket Round Up was 72 paid up, 67 showed up. Some participants were dressed up in western gear as the Calgary Stampede is on.

Our club photographer took pictures of all the car and I will post them when he sends them to me.

I'll post a few more details tonight.

Jul 18, 2011 | 08:19 PM

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The Non-Member Long Distance Award went to a 1969 442 Convertible from Kamloops, BC (438 miles). The Oldest Oldsmobile at Olds went to a 1937 F37 coupe that drove in from Kelowna, BC (429 miles). The Member Long Distance Award went to a 1995 Cutlass Supreme Convertible that drove down from Ft. McMurray, AB (413 miles). He beat a 1968 Hurst/Olds that drove 410 miles. Both members agreed on the winner. The Mayor's Choice went to a 1962 Starfire Convertible from Vernon, BC (396 miles).

50 cars had pre-registered before the show started but only 45 showed up, however another 22 showed up at the gate. For the 50/50 Engine Endurance Contest we had a 1994 Buick with a 3.8 Ltr engine. The oil and coolant were removed when it was dropped off the car ran for 30 minutes and 46 seconds in (80F) weather . The club split $170 with the winner. Got some pictures from some members. Should get more tomorrow.

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