What is DOZER DAY?
Dozer Day is a kid-friendly fair-like event where the rides are dozers, dump trucks and other heavy equipment. The event is now organized by the Nutter Foundation; however, the event continues to benefit the Parks Foundation and is expanding to further benefit other non-profit organizations. With a professional, licensed driver at their side, kids have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to drive a big yellow bulldozer, backhoe, loader or other piece of heavy equipment. It's a dream come true for kids--and great fun for the whole family!
What can the whole family do at Dozer Day?
Dozer Day is a fun event for the entire family. For grown-ups, a diamond dig and a tool dig are popular as is a picnic in the park and KUPL live on site. For kids of all ages, riding all kinds of equipment, panning for treasures, tire and pipe crawls and collecting stickers for the hard hats are top choices. Families can also look and climb over a collection of antique equipment , watch how curbs are made or even watch a concrete pumper in action. Adults may also participate in the Dozer Rodeo. A Big Hauler takes visitors around the entire site. Washington State Patrol, local fire departments, S.W.A.T. and Waste Connections all plan to bring equipment displays. Check out the KUPL.com and enter key word Dozer Day to learn more about the growing number of attractions for 2008!
When is Dozer Day?
This year's Dozer Day event will be held on Saturday, May 17th. There's a special admission time of 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. for VIO (Very Important Operators) this year to allow those who bring Dozer Day to our community to have some time with their families. At 11 a.m., the general public is invited inside. The event concludes at 6 p.m. To find out more about becoming a VIO, e-mail renee@nutterfoundation.org
Where does the Dozer Day event take place?
The 2008 Dozer Day is being held at Rinker Materials/Cemex 18208 SE 1st Street, Vancouver, WA 98684. You'll find a map to the event by accessing Dozer Day at KUPL.com . If you attended Dozer Day in the past, you know that Dozer Day is held on undeveloped land and attempts to educate about responsible community development.
How much does it cost to come to Dozer Day and where can I get tickets ?
When you visit KUPL.com you can purchase tickets securely online or find the locations of ticket outlets at participating iQ Credit Unions and Les Schwab Tire Centers. You are encouraged to purchase tickets as soon as possible to help us prepare for a successful event. Admission is $7 for adults, $5 for seniors and children between 2 and 12, and free for those under 2 years old. Tickets on the day of the event are $10 for adults and $8 for kids and seniors.
Who are the main sponsors for Dozer Day?
Dozer Day is sponsored by several local businesses and charities. For more sponsorship information, download this Word Document: Dozer Day Sponsorship Info
Can I volunteer to help at Dozer Day?
Volunteers are welcome. If you would like to volunteer, call Cheri Martin at the Parks Foundation (360) 693-7050 or email cheri.martin@parksfoundation.usIf you are interested in getting involved in Dozer Day contact Renee at (360)759-2300 or Renee@NutterFoundation.org
