Wednesday, September 13th, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Location: Trade Show Grounds
Divisions For Dignitaries, Novice & Pros
11:00 am - Dignitary Challenge
12:00 pm - Novice Mixed
01:00 pm - Pro Series Challenge
Award Ceremonies to follow competition.
Win Prizes & Trophies!
Online registration is now open (FREE) All are welcome to participate!
Registration starts at 10:30 a.m. by the rocks or you may register in advance online for the Jackleg Drill competitions.
On arrival, all competitors must sign-in with the host of the competition Manroc Developments. Be sure to register before the event begins. All equipment and gear are provided - bring warm socks. The participants in the Mayors and Celebrities Challenge and the Novice Mixed events will be assisted by a team from Manroc in handling the jackleg drill. The goal of these competitions is to drill 1 pre-collared hole and be drilled to a specified depth of 150mm.
The objectives for the Professional Jackleg competition is to safely pickup the drill, install the steel, collar and complete two drill holes to a minimum depth of 24 inches with a centre to centre distance of 6 inches. Timer stops only when you stand up your rig. Speed comprises only one element of the scoring. Safe work habits, maintaining a safe work environment, precision hole alignment and professional conduct will be the major marking criteria. In case of a tie, the judges decision is final.
The first place winner will receive $300.00 and the covetted “Original” Driller collectors edition by Ernie Fauvelle ($400.00 value).
The second place finisher will win $200.00, and the " Pushing the Ore Cart" by Ernie Fauvelle.
The third place finisher wins $100.00, and the "Mini Gold Panner " on plaque by Ernie Fauvelle.
Awards will be presented at the awards ceremony following the competitions.
Opening Ceremonies
Phillip Dorwart
Opening Ceremonies
Phillip Dorwart
Opening Ceremonies
Phillip Dorwart
Opening Ceremonies
Phillip Dorwart
Opening Ceremonies
Phillip Dorwart
Opening Ceremonies
Phillip Dorwart