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Wisconsin Camaro Rally 2022
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Wisconsin Camaro Rally 2022
When: Friday, July 22 - Sunday, July 24
Where: Wisconsin: Elkhart Lake, and Delafield
Host Hotel: Click here or on the red "Hotels" button for details
Cost: Check out the details below for each day below
Event Flyer: Click here for jpeg version or click here for pdf version
Please read our full Rally Disclaimer & Cancellation Policy.
Deadlines:
4/30: Last day to pre-register and receive (1) free t-shirt
7/8: Last day to register for
-Saturday's Banquet Dinner at Road America
-Sunday's Brunch at Delafield Brewhaus
7/20: Last day to register for
-Friday's Camaro Autocross sponsored by Wildhammer Motorsports
-Saturday's All-Camaro Car Show
2022 Schedule
Friday, July 22nd
8:00am - 5:30pm: Wisconsin Camaro Autocross at Road America Motorplex
N7390 State Highway 67, Plymouth, WI 53073
Enter via Gate 4 off of Co Rd J (NOT the main gate)
New for 2022!
We kickoff the 2022 Wisconsin Camaro Rally at Road America's Briggs & Stratton Motorplex. Rather than weaving through a sea of cones on a large parking lot - we are racing on a hilly, narrow, course. The course will be laid out to better suit our high-powered, RWD Camaros! What a site to see... a big burly Camaro weaving on the track. See the Motorplex Track Map.
What's Autocross?? Check this video out from our friends at FVSCC. Here's another video with a different course layout. No experience needed to participate.
Morning Schedule:
| 8:30 - 9:00am | Check-in |
| 9:15 - 9:45am | Instructed course walk-through |
| 9:45am | Drivers meeting |
| 10:00am | First set of competitive runs begin! |
| 12:00pm | First set ends |
Afternoon Schedule:
| 12:15 - 12:45pm | Optional course walk-through during lunch |
| 12:45pm | Drivers meeting |
| 1:00pm | Second set of competitive runs begin! |
| 3:00pm | Second set ends |
| 3:15pm | Third set of runs begin. This time fun runs (which may include spectator cars)! |
| 5:00pm | Third set ends |
| 5:30pm | Awards Presentation |
Must register ahead of time. Deadline to register is 7/20.
Your first four runs (which start at 10am) will be your competitive-timed runs (elegable for awards). Once everyone has finished their four timed runs, the autocross track will be opened for timed fun runs for the participants. Even though these runs are timed, they do not count towards the competitive awards.
Awards categories for Camaro competitive classes are sorted by generation of Camaro (1st and 2nd place). Award for fastest time of the day will also be awarded.
We are partnered with Fox Valley Sports Car Club to assist with event structure and regulations. Track day participants are treated to plenty of track time.
What You Need:
- A Driver's License
- A Camaro in good working order: no loose/worn suspension parts, car battery is securely held in place, tires have no cord or metal showing, brakes and seat belts are in good shape, no big fluid leaks, etc.
- A helmet: loaner helmets available for rent for $30.
Costs:
- $50 for pre-registration DEADLINE is 7/20
- $20 for 3:00-5:00pm for unlimited non-preregistered "fun runs"
6:00pm - 8:00pm: Dinner Destination Cruise
Start at: Road America
Dinner at: Roadside Bar & Grill
Cost: On your own
A brief driver's meeting will be held at 6:00pm at Autocross prior to our departure from Road America. The route is quite short to Roadside Bar & Grill. For anyone joining us at Roadside who did not participate in Autocross, you can simply meet us at Roadside at 6:30pm.
Saturday, July 23rd
8:00am - 4:30pm: Wisconsin Camaro Car Show at Road America
N7390 State Highway 67, Plymouth, WI 53073
Enter via Gate 6 next to the Administrative Office
The weekend's main event - our third annual Wisconsin Camaro Car Show. We continue this year at historic Road America! Participants of the all-Camaro car show can enter either judged or non-judged. A dedicated judging team will be judging Camaros from 9:00am until 2:00pm. Trophies will be awarded across several different classifications and specifics for each Camaro generation. Awards ceremony to begin at 4:00pm.
Awards/Trophies:
Schedule Overview:
| 7:00am | Volunteers Meeting (vendors may also arrive at this time) |
| 8:00am | REGISTRATION OPEN Everyone must check-in at the Registration Building |
| 9:00am | Judging may begin |
| 9:00am | Parade participant winners should arrive by now so we can get you parked |
| 10:00am | Parade participant backups should arrive by now |
| 11:30am | Parade participant meeting at DJ booth |
| 11:45am | Parade participants begin to lineup |
| 12:00pm | REGISTRATION FOR JUDGED CLOSED |
| 12:15 - 12:45pm | 55th Anniversary Parade on track! |
| 2:00pm | Judging scheduled to be complete (this may go long though...) |
| 3:00pm | REGISTRATION FOR NON-JUDGED CLOSED |
| 4:00pm | Awards Ceremony and Raffle |
| 5:40pm | Sunset Cruise Driver's Meeting at DJ booth |
| 6:15 - 7:00pm | Sunset Cruise on track (must be signed up for this event) |
| 7:00 - 11:00pm | Evening Reception at the Tufte Center (bottom level of Paddock Shop) |
Costs:
- $20 for judged
- $15 for non-judged
- Free for spectators (AKA = those who do not have a Camaro)
T-shirts:
- (1) free 2022 Camaro Rally t-shirt per order for those who preregister by April 30th.
- T-shirts, mugs, hats, and other merchandise will be for sale day of event.
12:15pm - 12:45pm: 55th Anniversary of the Camaro Commemorative Parade ON TRACK
Must be registered for the "judged" car show to qualify for the 55th Anniversary Parade. As time gets closer, the Wisconsin Camaro Board of Directors will chose each Camaro to be representing their model year. Each Camaro chosen will have a dedicated parking spot, on pavement, for the All-Camaro car show.
5:40pm - 7:00pm: Dedicated Wisconsin Camaro Sunset Cruise ON TRACK
After the Camaro car show awards presentation, WI Camaro Rally participants will be allowed to drive on a dedicated "Sunset Cruise" around the Road America racetrack. Driver's Meeting at 5:40pm, and the cruise will start approximately at 6:15pm. Alcohol cannot be consumed before this event. Groups will be escorted out and around the track. Pending on group size and time, expect 8-10 laps around the 4-mile pristine track.
Check out this video on YouTube from Ray King during last year's Sunset Cruise!
Costs:
- $20 for the Sunset Cruise (must have pre-registered)
7:00pm - 11:00pm: Evening Reception at Road America
The sunset cruise will end at the Paddock Shop / Banquet Hall and our evening reception with buffet dinner, DJ, and entertainment will begin! Pre-registration for the dinner is required - registration day of will not be available. The banquet hall and non-alcoholic drinks will be available starting at 5:00pm for those not participating on the Sunset Cruise.
Costs:
- $50/person for buffet dinner (only available to those who pre-register) including:
- Beef tips, herb baked chicken, roast turkey
- California blend veggies
- Garlic mashed potatoes
- Unlimited non-alcoholic drinks
- Cheesecake dessert
- Cash bar for alcoholic drinks
Sunday, July 24th
8:00am - 12:00pm: Scenic Kettle Moraine Cruise & Brunch at Delafield Brewhaus
Start at Walmart in Plymouth; Meet at 8:00am; Leave at 8:16am SHARP
The weekend comes to a close with a scenic Wisconsin Kettle Moraine cruise to Delafield Brewhaus for brunch. Cruise will start from one of our host hotels near Road America. Cruise route and details will be available soon! After brunch, groups may wish to go visit nearby wineries, breweries, or cruise around the hilly back roads.
Route:
Click here for the Google Map
Brunch at Delafield Brewhaus - Buffet includes: Scrambled Eggs, Fried Potatoes, Bacon, Sausage Links, Breakfast Pastries, Fresh Fruit, Coffee, Orange Juice, Milk, and Water. Cash bar available to try different house-made brews or cocktails from Delafield Brewhaus.
Costs:
- $20/person for brunch (includes gratuity & tax)
Our 2022 Wisconsin Charities
Sheboygan County Cancer Care Fund
A portion of our proceeds will be donated to the local Sheboygan County Cancer Care Fund!
The Sheboygan County Cancer Care Fund is a charitable organization dedicated to providing financial assistance for cancer patients and survivors in Sheboygan County. Their organization assists in providing financial "gestures" for eligible cancer patients and survivors in an effort to help ease the stress of the financial burdens associated with cancer diagnosis and treatment. Sheboygan County Cancer Care Fund also supports cancer patients and survivors by providing a variety of healthy and active living activities.
Please visit their website to learn more about them and ways they help our community!
Guardians Of the Children
A portion of our proceeds will be donated to our local Wisconsin Chapter of the Guardians Of the Children!
The mission of Guardians Of the Children (GOC) is to recognize and react to child abuse and educate the public to do the same; to serve as advocates to provide strength and stability to families in crisis; and be an answer to the prayer of an abused child or teen for courage, support and protection.
Please visit their website to learn more about them and ways they help our community!
Rally 2022 T-Shirt Artwork
2021: Featured Joel Haseleau's beautiful 1967 Camaro RS.
2022: Featuring Dave Kattner's drop dead gorgeous pair of black and white 1974 Camaro LTs!
Wisconsin Camaro Rally 2021
Wisconsin Camaro Rally 2021
When: Friday, September 24 - Sunday, September 26
Where: Wisconsin: West Bend, Elkhart Lake, and Delafield
Host Hotel: Click here or on the red "Hotels" button for details
Cost: Click here or on the red "Pre-Register" button for details.
Please read our full Rally Disclaimer & Cancellation Policy.
Note: The e-mail you use to pre-register for the Rally will be used to send Rally updates and news when the time gets closer. Thank you for pre-registering!
Pre-registration is now closed. Please register day of event at the check-in booth. Dinner banquet and brunch cruise are pre-registration only events. All other events are still open. Looking for good weather and to see you there!
Road America
West Bend Dyno's Side-By-Side Dynos
VP Peggy Visiting Road America
2021 Schedule
Friday, September 24th
9:00am - 3:00pm: Dyno Shoot Out at West Bend Dyno
8450 Trading Post Trail, West Bend, WI 53090
Drag race your friends on the Midwest's only side-by-side dyno set-up!
We kickoff the 2021 Wisconsin Camaro Rally at West Bend Dyno where we will be holding our first annual Dyno Shoot Out. Wisconsin Camaro Rally participants and their guests are encouraged to join us for this thrilling event featuring lots of Chevy horsepower, competition, and great food! Trophies will be awarded for Max RWHP for each classifications listed below at 3:00pm.
Award Classifications:
- Naturally Aspirated V6
- Forced Induction V6
- Naturally Aspirated Small Block
- Forced Induction Small Block
- Naturally Aspirated Big Block
- Forced Induction Big Block
Costs: (Direct pay West Bend Dyno at event)
- $45 for 3 consecutive pulls!
- $5 charge per ET Slip
- Food and refreshments available for purchase
3:30pm - 8:00pm: Dinner Destination Cruise
Start at: West Bend Dyno
Dinner at: Roadside Bar & Grill
Cost: On your own
A brief driver's meeting will be held at 3:30pm prior to our departure from West Bend Dyno. This will be to familiarize our dinner cruise participants with our driving rules and the course that we will be driving.
Saturday, September 25th
8:00am - 4:30pm: Wisconsin Camaro Car Show at Road America
N7390 State Highway 67, Plymouth, WI 53073
The weekend's main event - our second annual Wisconsin Camaro Car Show. This year at historic Road America! Participants of the all-Camaro car show can enter either judged or non-judged. A dedicated judging team will be judging Camaros from 9:00am until 2:00pm. Trophies will be awarded across several different classifications and specifics for each Camaro generation. Awards ceremony to begin at 3:00pm.
Costs:
- $15 for judged (pre-register) / $20 at the gate
- $10 for non-judged (pre-register) / $15 at the gate
- Free for spectators
T-shirts:
- Check out our 2021 Camaro Rally artwork!
- T-shirts and other merchandise will be for sale day of event.
5:00pm - 7:00pm: Dedicated Wisconsin Camaro Sunset Cruise ON TRACK
After the Camaro car show awards presentation, WI Camaro Rally participants will be allowed to drive on a dedicated "Sunset Cruise" around the Road America racetrack. Tech inspection starts at 5:00pm, Driver's Meeting at 5:40pm, and the cruise will start approximately at 6:15pm. Alcohol cannot be consumed before this event. Groups will be escorted out and around the track. Pending on group size and time, expect 2-3 laps around the 4-mile pristine track.
Costs:
- $20 for the Sunset Cruise (pre-register)
7:00pm - 11:00pm: Evening Reception at Road America
The sunset cruise will end at the Paddock Shop / Banquet Hall and our evening reception with buffet dinner, DJ, and entertainment will begin! Pre-registration for the dinner is required - registration day of will not be available. The banquet hall and non-alcoholic drinks will be available starting at 5:00pm for those not participating on the Sunset Cruise.
Costs:
- $50/person for buffet dinner (only available to those who pre-register) including:
- Beef tips, herb baked chicken, roast turkey
- California blend veggies
- Garlic mashed potatoes
- Unlimited non-alcoholic drinks
- Cheesecake desert
- Cash bar for alcoholic drinks
Sunday, September 26th
8:00am - 12:00pm: Scenic Kettle Moraine Cruise & Brunch at Delafield Brewhaus
The weekend comes to a close with a scenic Wisconsin Kettle Moraine cruise to Delafield Brewhaus for brunch. After brunch, groups may wish to go visit nearby wineries, breweries, or cruise around the hilly back roads.
Brunch at Delafield Brewhaus - Buffet includes: Scrambled Eggs, Fried Potatoes, Bacon, Sausage Links, Breakfast Pastries, Fresh Fruit, Coffee, Orange Juice, Milk, and Water.
Costs:
- $20/adult for brunch (includes gratuity & tax)
- $10/child (12 and under) for brunch (includes gratuity & tax)
Our 2021 Rally Charity
Guardians Of the Children
A portion of our proceeds will be donated to Guardians Of the Children!
The mission of Guardians Of the Children (GOC) is to recognize and react to child abuse and educate the public to do the same; to serve as advocates to provide strength and stability to families in crisis; and be an answer to the prayer of an abused child or teen for courage, support and protection.
Please visit their website to learn more about them and ways they help our community!
8th Cruise to Lake Geneva
Date: Sunday, August 2nd 2020
Cruise Meetup Time: 9:30am (at Cheese Castle)
Cruise Departure Time: 10:30am SHARP
Cruise Start: Mars Cheese Castle in Kenosha, WI
Cruise Finish: Lake Geneva Eastview Elementary School Parking Lot
Approx. Arrival Time: 1:30pm
Facebook Event RSVP Link: Here
Overview: This is a cruise hosted by the Chicago 5th Gen / Chicago Next Gen club. Starting line is at Mars Cheese Castle in Kenosha. THIS IS DIFFERENT FROM LAST YEAR - We will NOT be meeting at Jelly Belly unlike previous years. Jelly Belly is closed due to COVID, so there's no reason to start the cruise there. Because of this, we will begin meeting at Mars Cheese Castle in Kenosha at 9:00/9:30am and will depart for the cruise at 10:30am sharp! Mars Cheese Castle is open (masks are required to enter) and is available for you to stock up on your Wisconsin cheese, sausage, beer, and snacks before we depart for the cruise. We will depart Mars Cheese Castle at 10:30am sharp and cruise to Lake Geneva via country highways and tree lined Rustic Roads while admiring our Wisconsin scenery. Glacial hills and winding roads and a whole bunch of fun are included on the route. We will be traveling at a safe but brisk pace.
There will be two stops on the way to Lake Geneva: First is at Bushnell Park in Burlington for some photo-ops and bathroom break. Second is in Lyons for a fuel stop. Arrival in Lake Geneva is approximately 1:30pm. Approx cruise length is 61 miles.
The end destination is the Lake Geneva Eastview Elementary School Parking Lot. If you would like to join Chicago 5th Gen / Chicago Next Gen club for lunch, they have lunch set up at Gino's East for $19 per adult for non-C5G/CNG members. Details regarding payment can be found on their website: Here.
You are not required to eat with the group. Once we are in Lake Geneva, you are free to explore or eat on your own. You will find me (Andy) at the Geneva Lake Brewing Co.
This is a rain or shine event!
General Rules:
- Always keep a visual of the Camaro in front of you AND behind you. If the Camaro behind you starts to create a larger gap and is driving slower - you need to slow down before they lose sight of you.
- Maintain a safe distance between cars.
- If you have a walkie talkie, maintain regular status updates.
- If the leader of the group must pull off to the side of the road to allow others to catch up, turn on hazard lights, and pull off the road in a safe manner. Once the group is caught up, the last car must pull out into the road first and flash their lights to let the others know it is all clear.
- Drive in a safe and legal manor. Wisconsin Camaro is not responsible for any reckless and/or illegal driving - it is the responsibility of the individual driver.
- Respect the neighborhoods/towns we drive through.
- Lastly... HAVE FUN!!
Cruise Route & Map
Start: Mars Cheese Castle in Kenosha, WI (restroom / shopping)
Waypoint 1: Bushnell County Park parking lot in Burlington, WI (restroom / photos)
Waypoint 2: S Railroad St. parking lot in Lyons, WI (fuel stop)
Finish: Eastview Elementary School parking lot in Lake Geneva, WI (large school parking lot)
Map: Google MyMaps link
WI Camaro Spring Cruise 2020
Date: Saturday, June 13th 2020
Meet Time: 10:30am, Roll-out: 11:00am
Cruise Start & Finish: La Crosse Fairgrounds Speedway Parking, West Salem, WI
Facebook Event RSVP Link: Here
Overview: "A slice of rolling Bavarian hills and Swiss switchback passes in Wisconsin." -Andy.
This super scenic cruise departs the La Crosse Fairgrounds Speedway parking lot and heads North to Mindoro, driving the twisty roads through the famous "Mindoro Cut". In Mindoro, we turn West and head to Hwy 53. Once we hit Hwy 53/35 "Great River Road", we continue driving West to Fountain City. In Fountain City, we turn onto Hwy 95 heading North. We drive up the bluffs and come to a rest at Larry's Lookout Restaurant.
Lunch - Larry's Lookout Restaurant. Click on this link to view their menu. The burgers and cheese curds are definitely high on the recommendation! Andy will be taking a head count beforehand to give the restaurant a heads up. They may have some other sandwich specials happening when we arrive. We'll spend approximately 1.5 hours here or until we're ready to leave.
Departing Larry's Lookout, we continue driving on Hwy 95 into Arcadia and make our gas/restroom stop at Kwik Trip on the East side of town. This will be the only gas/rest stop - take advantage of it! (Side note - they do not have 93 Octane, highest is 91.) After Kwik Trip, we continue driving East on Hwy 95 towards Blair. In Blair, we hop onto Hwy 53 and drive South all the way to Galesville. Leaving Galesville, we make a couple left turns and head back East to jump onto Hwy 54.
On Hwy 54, we drive East to Hwy VV which brings us to Burr Oak and Hwy 108. We jump onto Hwy 108 to head South which then leads us back to West Salem.
Route length = 130 miles. Drive time = 3 hrs (not including lunch/gas stops)
Way-points:
- Start Point - La Crosse Fairgrounds Speedway Parking (Southeast corner)
- Lunch Stop - Larry's Lookout, Arcadia, WI
- Gas/Restroom Stop - Kwik Trip#413, Arcadia, WI
- Finish Point - Back at La Crosse Fairgrounds Speedway Parking
Couple Notes:
If your Camaro is tuned for 93 Octane, we recommend filling up your gas tank at BP in Sparta, WI (off of I-90, Exit 28 / Hwy 16). A full tank of gas there will be more than enough to run the full cruise route.
If you're diving a long distance from your home to get to this cruise, please consider getting a local hotel Friday or Saturday night! There will be lots of driving! We don't want anyone to get sleepy driving back home! Make a mini weekend vacation!
General Rules:
- Always keep a visual of the Camaro in front of you AND behind you. If the Camaro behind you starts to create a larger gap and is driving slower - you need to slow down before they lose sight of you.
- Maintain a safe distance between cars.
- If you have a walkie talkie, maintain regular status updates.
- If the leader of the group must pull off to the side of the road to allow others to catch up, turn on hazard lights, and pull off the road in a safe manner. Once the group is caught up, the last car must pull out into the road first and flash their lights to let the others know it is all clear.
- Drive in a safe and legal manor. Wisconsin Camaro is not responsible for any reckless and/or illegal driving - it is the responsibility of the individual driver.
- Respect the neighborhoods/towns we drive through.
- Lastly... HAVE FUN!!
Cruise Map
Map:
- Google MyMaps link <- Open this on your phone and select "Google Maps" to view.
- Interactive map can be found below.
Road America Sunset Cruising
Sunset Cruising
Get an up-close look at Road America's legendary race circuit from your own car. This activity is not high-speed but is a leisurely, low-speed, 3-lap experience of the sweeping, rolling 4-mile track. It is the perfect opportunity for drivers, families, and friends of all ages to experience, first-hand, one of the country's premier road-racing circuits.
Participation is limited, so advance registration is highly recommended.
You can buy tickets on Road America's website here: BUY TICKETS
The driver must possess a valid driver's license. Passengers are allowed providing they have a seat and proper seat belts. More tips and instructions can be found here: Road America Sunset Cruise Information
2020 Dates Available
- Saturday, May 23
- Saturday, June 6
- Saturday, July 18
- Friday, August 14
- Friday, September 4
Wisconsin Camaro
If you would like to meet up with fellow Wisconsin Camaro members, we meet at the Throttlestop in Elkhart Lake beforehand so we can drive to Road America together. This gives us a chance to meet one another and line up the Camaros in one group for Road America.
Meet Time: 4:30pm, Roll-out to Road America: 5:00pm
Location: outside Throttlestop, 20 Victory Lane, Elkhart Lake, WI
Facebook Events:
Remember to buy tickets on Road America's website ahead of time!