Here is a great place to download pdfs of our schedule and entry forms and contest rules

http://fortknox.maineguide.com/Ghostport.html

Ghostport 1st Annual Chili cook-off

Ghostport 1st Annual Chili cook-off
Sponsored by Bittersweet Gift Shop Saturday October 23, 2010
(Rain date Sunday October 30)
Chili cook-off Pre-registration is required with a $10.00 entry fee *
Must be registered by October 17, 2010
Bring your Chili in an electric crock pot along with your own set up (i.e. table, electric extension cord, chair and etc) Set up will be at the Town dock at 11:30 am Judging will be at 12 noon

You may sell your chili to the public after judging is over if you care to. You will need to provide your own cups, spoons, etc. and you set your own price and collect your own money.

“JONATHAN BUCK’S RACE TO THE GRAVE”

“JONATHAN BUCK’S RACE TO THE GRAVE”

COFFIN RACE OFFICIAL RULES & FACTS

OCTOBER 23, 2010 (rain date 10/30/2010)
12pm to 1pm Check In (In Bangor savings parking lot on Main St.)
1pm to 2pm Tech Inspection and pre judging
2pm Coffin Races Begin (parking lot behind Chamber offices)

1. Each participating team shall provide a coffin conforming to specifications which are attached. Race officials will inspect all coffins before race time. Coffins not passing inspection will not be allowed to race. Any questions or disagreements will be forwarded to a race official.

2. All participants must be age 18 or older, including Jonathan.

3. Each participating team will provide four runners (pushers) to propel the coffin. At least three of the four runners must be in direct contact with the coffin at all times during the race until the coffin has come to a complete stop after crossing the finish line. Any coffin that has less than three runners in direct contact with the coffin during the race will be deemed “out of control" and will be immediately disqualified. Changing runners or drivers during or between heats, including the Winners' Heat, is prohibited. In case of injury, a race official shall be the authority to allow a substitute.

4. During the race runners will keep their coffin straight and in control. Runners and/or coffins interfering with another runner and/or coffin will be immediately disqualified.

5. Each participating Team shall provide one "Jonathan" to ride in their coffin. All Jonathan’s must wear a helmet during the Coffin Race. All runners are encouraged to wear protective gear as well.

6. Each participant (runners and Jonathan’s) must sign a "Hold Harmless Agreement" (an agreement which holds the Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Bucksport harmless for any accidents or injuries) on the day of the race. Forms will be available during check-in.

7. All coffins, runners and Jonathan’s must be in the staging area by 1:00pm to compete. Coffins, your entourage and Jonathan’s will be judged during the race. However, judges will be reviewing your team prior to your first heat in the staging area. It may be necessary to arrive earlier in order to prepare your coffin for the judging.

8. Participants are responsible for transporting their coffins to and from the race.

9. All participants are encouraged to participate in the Little Goblins parade at 10:00am.

10. Protests can only be made by the race competitors. Protests must be directed to a race official within 10 minutes of the completion of the heat in question. Protests must be logical, reasonable, and based on sound evidence. Decisions of the race officials will be final!

11. Each heat will be run with two coffins. The coffin crossing the finish line with the fastest time will be designated the winner of that heat.

12. The coffins with the 4 fastest times from the qualifying heats will run in 2 final heats to determine the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners. The 3rd and 4th fastest teams and 1st and 2nd fastest team will race against each other in these final races.

13. Every entrant and participant shall conduct themselves according to the highest standards of behavior and sportsmanship.

14. The race is approximately 300 feet.

COFFIN SPECIFICATIONS

All coffins must meet the following specifications.
Coffins will be inspected prior to the race.
Coffins not meeting specifications will be disqualified at time of inspection.

1. Size – minimum 2 feet wide by 5 feet long Size - maximum: 3 feet, 10 inches wide (46 inches), INCLUDING HANDLES, by 8 feet long. There is no minimum or maximum height specification for the coffin or handles.

2. Each coffin must have 4 firmly attached wheels, attached in such a manner so that coffin will roll on all 4 wheels when propelled down the race course. Wheels are not to exceed 8” in diameter, including tires. Wheels must be within the dimensions of the coffin.

Casters may be used. For safety and steering ability wheels or casters may rotate or swivel!

3. Ropes used for pulling coffins will not be permitted. Four handles must be securely attached to coffin.
4. Functional steering mechanisms are prohibited.

5. Decorative projections will be allowed, not to exceed the maximum width and length of the Coffin. Decorations may extend up without limitations.

6. All Jonathans (coffin riders) must wear a helmet during the race. Protective gear for runners is recommended but not required.

7. The registration number must be visible on the front and the back of the coffin.

SAFETY IS IMPERATIVE!

Coffin race officials may disqualify any coffin if they feel it is dangerous.
If you have any questions, please contact Leslie Wombacher at Sundial Framing and Photography LLC 207 469-6060 sundialphotography@netzero.net

REGISTRATION FORMS MUST BE RECEIVED BY MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2009 - 5 pm 

NO EXCEPTIONS

Halloween History

Join us as we turn Bucksport into Ghostport

At our Second Annual:

Ghostport Event…It’s Wicked Good Fun!

Saturday, October, 23, 2010

This coming October, before we pull our bed covers tight to ward of the onslaught of winter’s cold, join us as we bring a chillingly, spooky event to the Bucksport area. Last October, we launched our first ever Ghostport event, which despite uncooperative weather, generated lots of excitement. Last year’s Ghostport events featured a fireworks display, pumpkins being catapulted into the river, a little goblins parade down Main Street and competitors racing coffins in the inaugural “Jonathan Buck’s race to the grave event”.


We believe the Greater Bucksport area is an ideal setting for Halloween activities with our rich spooky History surrounding the Jonathan Buck tombstone, the macabre murder of Sarah Ware and countless local ghost stories.


Folks might be surprised to know that Halloween is second only to Christmas, for consumer retail spending. Our vision is to grow the Ghostport event to such an extent that people will travel here, shop at local stores, eat at restaurants and book rooms to stay the night. We will be encouraging downtown businesses and neighborhoods to get in the Ghostport spirit by decorating and providing a spooky Halloween environment.


Ghostport will capitalize on the thousands of visitors who attend the annual Friends’ of Fort Knox Fright at the Fort. Ghostport will benefit from the Friends of Fort Knox continued assistance blending Ghostport into their extensive Fright marketing efforts. The Friends have indicated that they will offer a fireworks display again this year citing how well the event was received last October.


In order to grow the Ghostport event to the level that will benefit area businesses, we need your help! You can help us grow the event by becoming an event volunteer, decorating your local business for Halloween and/or by donating product, funds of services. We ask that you take a few moments to review and consider what level of support you might be able to provide for the Ghostport event.


Please contact Leslie Wombacher/Sundial Framing and Photography LLC with your questions or support.


207-469-6060 or on the web at http://www.sundialphotography.com/