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Snowbox Derby

Snowbox Derby

Grab your duct tape and cardboard!

Saturday, Feb. 20th, 2027
$15 - Sled registration fee (non-season pass holder)
$10 - Sled Registration fee for Season Pass Holder
$25 Lift Ticket - 3:00PM - 6:00PM

Check-in is from 9:30-10:30 AM

Racing starts at 11:00 AM


Participant Rules:
  • No more than 2 riders in a sled.

  • Liability form required for each racer along with Derby pass to ride.

  • You will compete at the level of the oldest rider in the Snowbox.

  • Helmets are required for all riders. Helmets are available for rental on a first come-first serve basis from our rental shop for $10 each.

  • Anyone visibly under the influence will not be allowed to compete.

  • Participants may not wear ski boots.


Sled Rules:
  • All sleds must be constructed from cardboard and duct tape. Themes are highly encouraged and sleds may be painted or adorned with decals and other paper products.

  • No handheld poles or steering mechanisms allowed.

  • NO WOOD, GLASS, METAL, PLASTIC OR ANY FASTENERS (OTHER THAN DUCT TAPE) MAY BE USED.

  • Any race official who deems a box to be potentially unsafe or not constructed in accordance with the rules has the authority to disqualify team and box in question.

  • A box must pass inspection to be eligible for prizes.

  • You will have a chance to fix any violations and be re-inspected.

  • Designs must be family friendly, no obscene writing, shapes or stickers allowed.

  • Costumes and team spirit are encouraged and appreciated.


Race Rules:
  • There are no practice runs.

  • Each team is given two chances to race down the hill. We will time and record each run. The fastest timed run wins.

  • The timer stops when all team members AND their sled cross the finish line.

  • In the event of a tie or a too close to call situation, we will have a tie breaker race. The fastest run in the tie-breaker race will be the winner of the trophy.

  • Un-sportsman like conduct is grounds for disqualification.

  • All teams are responsible for removing all parts of their box after racing.



To register for the Snowbox Derby, please fill out the form linked below:



Snowbox Derby
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Address: 2725 Mariaville Road Schenectady, NY 12306

Tel: 518-381-4700

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