Fleet 8 Update
February 8, 2008
4th annual Kite Crossing
The Fourth Annual Mille Lacs Kite Crossing is once again shaping up to be one of the biggest and most dynamic snowkite events in the country. In the past three years, Mother Nature has run the full gambit. Beginners luck the first year gave us fresh snow and clear, sunny skies. It was the same for Saturday the next year, but light winds pushed the BIG race to Sunday where visibility dropped to a half mile and dense humidity had kites icing up and dropping out of the air. Last year, we went from a huge skating rink, subjected it to a blizzard and the result was fresh, wind-packed snow for another Sunday race. The only constant seems to be the attitude and spirit of the kiters who find plenty of time to ride and have fun. Yes, the CHALLENGE can be more than a long-distance race.

Patience pays, Sunday's fresh snow provides for a good start to a challenging race.

The format has evolved. We have gone from across and back to double lap, out'n'back. As is the heritage of crossings on Mille Lacs, our goal is to provide opportunity to as much of the community as is willing to try. And this year, we hope to draw out the most women ever.

Possibly included in this year’s event:
Terrain park designed and implemented by NSKiteboarding
Demos from leading manufacturers
Impromptu Course Racing
Impromptu Kiter Cross Competitions
Impromptu Freestyle Competitions
Impromptu Speed Runs
Raffle and Prizes

Riders of all levels are encouraged to attend. Come out, meet riders from around the area, share the stoke, check out some new gear and learn some new moves. For further info and registration, we have attached a Notice of Challenge.

Lodging
EconoLodge Reasonable rooms, jacuzzi suites, continental breakfast. 800-839-7006
Garrison Inn & Suites Jacuzzi suites, indoor pool & spa. 320-692-4050*
Grand Casino Mille Lacs Hotel with indoor pool. 800-468-3517
Lake Mille Lacs Resort Motel with indoor pool, restaurant. 800-657-4704
Mille Lacs Golf Resort 1, 2 or 3 bedroom twin homes. 800-435-7320*
Twin Pines Resort Lodging, restaurant. 320-692-4413*
The Red Door Clean, spacious rooms with color TV. 218-678-2660
* Within 5 minutes of the site.

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Looks like a great event -- what are the 2008 dates? Is there a link for an event schedule? (I couldn't find date info on fleet8.com. tks

Mille Lacs Kiter Crossing Dates: Feb 29 - Mar 2