NEW VENUE FOR 2024 - Fox Valley Technical College!
The APWA Wisconsin Chapter's 34th Annual Snowplow Roadeo and Equipment Show will be held August 14th-15th, 2024 at Fox Valley Technical College, conveniently located between the Wisconsin Avenue and Northland exits from I-41 at 1825 N Bluemound Dr, Appleton, WI 54914. We are very excited to host this year's event and have scheduled the following events and activities.
Wednesday, August 14th
Equipment Show Set Up: 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
See Registration page for availability.Winter Road Maintenance Training: 7:30am to 1:00pm
This four-hour certificate program is targeted towards those staff in the trucks performing winter operations, including operators, crew leaders, and foremen. The program focuses on snow and ice control materials and how they work, equipment, and operations After completing this course, participants will be better able to:- Discuss the basics of winter operations and apply essential winter operations for operators.
- Identify common winter materials and how they work.
- Explain the different winter equipment available and its upkeep and determine the benefits of enhanced communication between fleet personnel and operators.
Mechanics Training: 7:30am to 3:30pm
The mechanics training is split into two sessions on August 14th from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30. We will break for lunch from 11:30 – noon and then have training from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. These classes will be taught by Fox Valley Instructors with a focus on preventative maintenance on truck chassis and multiplex electrical systems. Registered attendees will be notified by email regarding building and classroom number.Equipment Show Social Hour: 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm
This year's Social Hour is sponsored by Truck Country who is also our main event sponsor. Many thanks to Jay Szymanski and his staff for stepping up to sponsor this year’s Roadeo! Come and enjoy the social hour featuring State of the Art equipment and products geared towards Public Works. After equipment viewing, we will be gathering at the Appleton Axe for a variety of games including axe throwing! We will have food and refreshments served as part of the vendor social. Appleton Axe address: 1400 W College Ave, Appleton, WI 54914
Thursday, August 15
Snow Plow Roadeo Drivers: 7:00 am to 2:00 pm
Individuals will be tested on their knowledge of vehicle safety and operations, mechanical knowledge of snowplow equipment, and their driving ability, while navigating through an obstacle course. The TOP TWO drivers will claim the prestige of knowing they are the top dogs of snowplowing in Wisconsin and will go on to compete in the National Snow Plow Roadeo in Loveland, Colorado September 25-27, 2024. Registration and travel expenses up to $1,500 per person will be paid for by the Wisconsin Chapter APWA.Equipment Show:7:30 am to 2:00 PM
Come and enjoy the equipment show featuring State of the Art equipment and products geared towards Public Works.Tailgate Lunch: 12:00 pm
A buffet style lunch will be catered and served by Fox Valley TC adjacent to the vendor showcase and road course.Don’t want to drive? There are plenty of opportunities to participate, including set up/ take down and event judging...so get involved! Use the registration form to sign up (no charge) so we can plan on your participation. For further details, contact Tom Zembruski @ 262-896-8000 or tzembruski@waukeshacounty.gov
Lodging accommodations can be made with the Holiday Inn hotel at 1565 N Casaloma Drive, Appleton, WI, US using the following links: