Thought some mite be interestred in this.
This Saturday, shouldbe a big turnout
-Jase
This Saturday, shouldbe a big turnout
xf351gt said:Pre-entry to the 2004 Poker Run is now closed. For those wishing to join the Run,
entry will be available on the day at the Registration tent located in Burswood Park. Cost will be $45 per car.
Keep Valentine's Day Saturday 14th February 2004 free for Big Al's Poker Run.
The History of Big Al's Poker Run.
Big Al’s Poker Run for 2004 will be held on Saturday,14th February. Gates open at 10:00am at Burswood Park for a show ‘n’ shine. Entry on the day at the park costs $45 per car. Entrants may arrive at any time until 3:30pm but it’s advisable to be earlier rather than later if shade parking is required. Spectator entry to the show ‘n’ shine is a gold coin donation.
The Poker Run has always supported worthwhile charities and causes and this year it is supporting the Caitlin Lenaghan Fund. Three-year-old Caitlin suffers from severe cerebral palsy and part proceeds from the Poker Run will help with her support and treatment.
Vendors at Burswood Park, amongst them the Floreat Lions, provide entrants and spectators with a wide range of foods and drinks. Some entrants picnic by the river, others set up tables and lunch under the trees. Alcohol is not permitted at Burswood Park.
At 4:00pm, entrants head out on a cruise through Perth and its suburbs, following a set on instructions traditionally designed to confuse and bewilder. If all goes well, entrants arrive 90-120 minutes later at a large sporting complex for the second part of the event.
Entry to the complex is restricted to entered vehicles only. Other cars must be parked outside and occupants admitted at $10 per head. By the time all entrants have parked their vehicles on the lawn, the evening is well under way. The Ladies’ Committee manage the kiosk selling hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, pies, pasties and BBQ packs. BBQs and utensils are provided free of charge. Many entrants bring their own hampers and picnic under lights around their vehicles. Alcohol is permitted and on sale at the grounds. A live band and a DJ provide the music throughout the night, hundreds of prizes are given away and the evening winds down after the drive-through trophy presentation.
We trust you’ll enjoy Big Al’s 24th Poker Run. And while you’re having fun, it might be a good idea to bone up on your history and geography. As preparations for the big one, the 25th Anniversary Poker Run in 2005, gather momentum, the word is that if you don’t know some of what’s gone on before, you’re going to get lost, big time!
thay have a website too that where the info`s from
www.pokerrun.com.au
-Jase