Road/Trail Rally Deferred

Bill Bowick | Sep 30, 2020

Submitted on behalf of District 3 Recreation Committee – Central Frontenac Township

October 10, 2020 was to have been the first Turkey Tour road rally, a day to enjoy the outdoors and our beautiful countryside. Unfortunately, we’ve had to defer it. The latest regulations on social gatherings have made it impractical.

We can, and will, hold this event at another time and the sacrifice this year is well worth it. We have been very fortunate in Central Frontenac. Our businesses have been managed in a very responsible way and the people of the community have been supportive. It’s in everyone’s interest to keep our Covid-19 record intact.

A road rally is an exercise in navigation and observation. Participants drive the roads and trails following a set of instructions. They are rated for both time and accuracy and must then answer a set of questions on things they should have seen along the way. In a way, it’s like complying with the recommendations around Covid-19 – go where you are instructed, do what you’re told and keep your eyes open.

The cancelled event was called the Turkey Tour because it was to be held on Thanksgiving week-end. It was to have had rides for both cars and ATVs. It was to be held mainly on the rural roads of Central Frontenac though trails would be included in the ATV rides. Plans included support for family groups, prizes, photos and a bag lunch. Our re-scheduled event, whenever that happens, will include all of these and may have outdoor games and social gatherings as well.

In the meantime, our beautiful countryside is still out there and fall might be the best time to enjoy it. Take a drive on the roads less traveled. Look for the things that you might include in the observations part of a rally. Enjoy!!