Half a dozen chunkers met on June 15 and finalized plans for incorporating targets into this year's competition. In addition to competing in the usual distance rounds, all machines will have the option to shoot at stationary objects during exhibition/accuracy rounds.  Air cannons will be able to aim at targets set at 750 feet and other machines may aim at targets set at 150, 300 and 500 feet. This addition to the 2017 competition is sure to be a "hit" for chunkers and audience members alike.

Meeting attendees also reviewed new event artwork (see above and below with more to come!), discussed content to include on team trading cards, brainstormed ideas for branded merchandise to be sold at this year's event and organized a chunker workshop to be held on Aug. 27 (see next article below).

Upcoming Meetings:

Introductory Team Meeting

Thursday, Aug. 3, 4 - 6 p.m., Aurora Municipal Center

REQUIRED Pre-Event Meeting for Team Captains

Thursday, Sept. 14, 6 - 7 p.m., Aurora Municipal Center

 

Are you stuck trying to successfully incorporate a new element into your trebuchet? Interested in building your first machine, but don't know where to start? 

 

Everyone of all ages is invited to join other novice and veteran Punkin Chunkin enthusiasts at an informal workshop on Sunday, Aug. 27, 1 - 4 p.m. at the Aurora Municipal Center . Participants will discuss planning and design strategies, construction challenges and where to resource materials.

 

This is the perfect opportunity to get insights and encouragement from fellow chunkers and to share lessons learned. Participation is free and registration is not required. Email [email protected] with any questions.

Teams registered by July 31 will be eligible to have a unique team trading card created for distribution at this year's event! These will be designed and printed at no charge to teams. Don't miss out - register today!

Submit Your Online Registration Form

Punkin Chunkin is adding a third day to its line-up this year. Machine set-up and inspections followed by a chunker team kick-off event and live music concert will be Friday, Oct. 6. The competition and family-friendly fall festival will run 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 7 and 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 8.

Jill Thiare, Marketing Specialist at [email protected] and 303.739.7175

 

Tim Erickson, Event Coordinator at [email protected] and 303.739.7163