Soap Box Derby deadline is fast approaching
HOULTON, Maine — The Northern Maine Soap Derby Committee invites all youth between the ages of 8 to 18 years to participate in this year’s Soap Box Derby Race in Houlton. It’s not too early to register.
Registration forms may be picked up at the Houlton Recreation Department or by email at civic.center@houlton-maine.com. The deadline for registrations is May 1 and is open to all youths in Aroostook County and northern Washington and Penobscot counties.
The Derby race is set for Saturday, June 18, 2016 at Derby Hill in Houlton Community Park. Youth interested in participating may check out the All American Soap Box Derby website at www.AASBD.org for more information.
If you are in need of a derby car, or have a car you are no longer using, call Derby Director Ed Rand at 532-8236. The Derby Committee would like to match up as many youths as possible with derby cars this year.
The registration fee is $30 but the experience of racing down derby is priceless! For more information contact Race Director Ed Rand at 532-8236.
