Get ready to get dirty at the Tompkins Redneck Rally Mud Bog on Sunday.
The Town is inviting people to bring out their farm trucks, off-roaders, and mud runners to test their mettle at the freshly prepped Tompkins Skating Rink parking lot mud bog. People will be able to pay $60 in support of the skating rink for a chance to win the top prize of up to $600 per class. The first run will launch at 1 p.m.
Ethan Wickstrom, a volunteer for the event, is calling out everyone to give the 180-foot pits a try.
"Whether it be an old farm truck or whatever," said Wickstrom. "Throw a set of tires on it, bring it in, and run it through."
The event will be operating under Chinook Mud Bog Association rules. Spectators will be charged $10 at the gate, and will have a chance to bid during the calcutta.
People planning to enter their vehicle in the mud bog are encouraged to contact Evan Wedrick at 672-0113 to pre-register.
"Otherwise, you can register the day of," said Wickstrom. "Registration starts at 9:30 a.m."
The goal of this event is to help keep not only the skating rink open, but also to help keep the community spirit vibrant.
"We love the support of the small town community and all of our surrounding area," said Wickstrom. "And we just want to keep our town going."
Following the event, people can enjoy a beer gardens and live music starting at 6 p.m.
Tompkins isn't stopping the fun with just the mud bogs either. Friday through to Sunday will be the town's annual homecoming, which it hosts every five years. On Saturday at 11 a.m., there will be a parade and a show and shine on Main Street. At 2 p.m., there will be a working dog exhibit at the ball diamonds. Later in the day, at 5 p.m., a roast beef supper will be available for $20 a plate with a live band and dance to follow at 9 p.m. The entire weekend will feature free golf at the local golf course.