Kite Soldiers Event! Fairfield, Idaho Feb-19th-20th,21

Snowkitesoldier · Since 14 Nov 2006 51 Posts Hill City, ID

Calling all Kite Soldiers! If you came to last years event, then you know that Fairfield is the place to snowkite. If you heard the hype and are curious, then come see it for yourself. This event seeks to showcase the future of our sport by giving everyone a chance to push their own personal limits. The event concept will be similar to last years. Enjoy an amazing terrain park that utilizes our mountainous terrain and a backcountry poker run that shows you how limitless snowkiting can be and at night come celebrate the good times with live music and share your epic snowkite tales. We have two poker run courses, a 3 card (beginner) and a 5 card course to the top of a mountain. The idea is to encourage all levels of riders to come explore the backcountry using your kite with a dedicated event team to help support you in your efforts. Each rider will stop at the flagged checkpoints to receive your poker card. Keep your cards because the best poker hands win amazing products from our amazing sponsors. Last year we gave away kites, skis, snowboards, gloves, jackets, hats, backpacks, bindings, travel gear and much, much more.

We will be registering riders at Soldier Creek Brewery on the night of the 18th with some snowkite movies playing on the wall.

We will also be having a rider judged terrain park event with more details to follow soon.

For all things related Kite Soldier Event including registering, go to this years event website:
www.snowkiteevent.com

Windance Crew · Since 18 Apr 2008 64 Posts Hood River

Nice Monty,

Your event last year couldn't have gone any smoother! 12m everyday, sunshine, cold fresh snow, and tons on free swag! Let me know if you need any help with terrain park setup/tare down.

Brad Gordon

Bettyboarder · Mon Jan 11, 2010 12:06 pm

It was an awesome event last year!!!

I am bummed Phil and I will miss it this year....but we will be out there this weekend so maybe we'll see ya out there.

Tony · Since 28 Aug 2006 830 Posts Portland Opinionated

Need not say more...

Shocked

http://www.nwkite.com/forums/t-12189.html&highlight=snowkite+soldier

Kyle_F · Since 19 Jun 2009 5 Posts Maui, HI Kook

We'll be there! Very Happy

chanson · Since 31 Jan 2006 1743 Posts Portland Chimey

best time of the snowkiting season for sure!!!! last year was a blast!

already registered and reserved!

see ya there! Cool

Chooch · Thu Jan 14, 2010 8:54 pm

So stoked for the event Monty Exclamation

I have been waiting for this since last Feb. Twisted Evil

Snowkitesoldier · Since 14 Nov 2006 51 Posts Hill City, ID

Lots of love on this post:) Looking forward to an epic event. Working on City Council to put up a bonfire in town and close down the streets for us. I just like my beer and bonfire:) Looking like Indie Rock band on Friday and we are looking really good right now with snowpack.
Prizes are flooding in from our sponsors. Monster snow system on the horizon...........Life is good.

solkiter · Since 07 Jan 2008 155 Posts ROGUE VALLEY Stoked

cant wiat ! S.O.K.A. will be there ridin and filming ,i really had my best dayz kiting ever there last year!!
and hope to get an even better 2 months in this year!!! well b seen you alot this year peace!!

G.Reed · Since 30 Jul 2006 39 Posts

Bummed I have to miss it this year because it is always EPIC!

Bettyboarder · Mon Jan 18, 2010 7:39 pm

The snow is deep and it's going to be great....book early...the hotel took great care of us this last weekend and the pizza place was awesome...try to hit that for sure!

Camas Claridge · Since 22 Jan 2010 2 Posts Camas Prairie, Idaho New Member

Accomodations for 10 to 12 people from Feb. 18-24th. Main house and separate bonus room offer 3 full baths, hot tub, internet, 52 inch flat screen and 1200 sq. ft. heated garage. Located approx. 7 miles West of Fairfield.
Day rates also available on the bonus room lodging for the entire season. Email scclaridge@gmail.com for additional pictures or info. Snowin' and blowin' the past two days...great new coverage!

mikeinhoodriver · Since 23 Apr 2009 183 Posts down wind somewhere Stoked

MasViento · Since 03 Mar 2009 112 Posts 97031 Stoked

House looks good. What is cost of one bedroom in house with
a double or queen bed for the entire event ?
Can I show up early on feb 16 ? Extra cost ?
Can you post any interior shots ?

bajacamas · Since 23 Jan 2010 2 Posts New Member

Fairfield/Camas County. Furnished home for rent by the night/week or month. Has everything you need. Can sleep 5 or 6. Located 2 miles south of Fairfield, out in the country. $85 per night, rates for a week are better. Pictures and information can be seen at VRBO.com, listing # 266302 or click on Fairfield. Check it out, you'll like it.[/b]

windPwrd · Since 29 Jan 2010 1 Posts New Member

Hi, I booked a room at the Prairie Inn with two queen beds for the following dates:

Arrival Date - Feb 18, 10
Departure Date - Feb 21, 10

I have an extra queen bed if someone wants to split the room cost with me. The reservation was $204.75 so your cost would be $100. PM me if you are interested.

Thanks!

- Matt

Snowkitesoldier · Since 14 Nov 2006 51 Posts Hill City, ID

Good news from Idaho. We have more snow then we know what to do with. Great news, we have more wind then we know what to do with. Our sponsors have been coming through with some great prizes and giveaways. Brand new crispy 10.5 Naish Helix with bar and lines, trainer kites, B3, Dakine Harnesses, gloves, kite roller bags, dry bags, jackets, bibs, snowboard, Heli Pro backpacks, tons of Hoodies and t-shirts and lots of other great stuff still coming in.

If you have not registered already, please go to the event website and register early, this will save you $10. The online registration will be taken down next Tuesday at 10:00 P.M. You can register in person at the event or at Soldier Creek Brewery on Thursday night. I've listed the schedule below and this includes where and when to register if you miss registration online.

Fairfield was looking pretty booked up a few weeks ago so we have updated the events maps and lodging page with some new options for those that still need lodging. These options are the same distance to the snowkite event as Fairfield.

THE FLEXIBLE AGENDA
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 18

Opening Night 7:00 pm
Poker Run / Park Registration*
Location: Soldier Creek Brewery, Fairfield, Idaho
Similar to last year, an all around good
time with snowkite films, beers, food & fun people to kick off the weekend.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 19
Poker Run / Park Registration* 10:30 am-1:30 pm
Epic Idaho Snowkiting All Day

NAISH Twilight Rail Jam 5:00 pm
Street Bonfire in Fairfield 8:00 pm
Extra Wind Day for Poker Run Weather Permitting
If the forecast calls for wind this day
and not for Saturday or Sunday, we’ll hold the Poker Run around 1:00 pm
with all riders who are there. So, be there!

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20
Shuttle Provided by Snowkite Soldier 10:00 am-11:00 am
(Location permitting,Pick up at The Prairie Inn)
Poker Run / Park Registration* 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Epic Idaho Snowkiting All day!
Poker Run 1:00 pm-2:00 pm

Extra Wind Day for the
NAISH Twilight Rail Jam
If there is no wind Friday, we will hold the
Rail Jam around 5:00 pm
Awards Party Celebration 7:00 pm-close
Location: Iron Mountain Inn,Fairfield, Idaho
All we can say about 2009 is, who didn’t have a good time on awards night?! It was off the hook! Lets do it better in 2010... dinner, drinks, prizes, free swag & fun had by all...

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21
Free Ride Day Wheneva
Extra Wind Day for Poker Run Weather Permitting
(only if there is no wind Friday or Saturday)

See ya in Idaho!