Crane Beach Sandblast Competition, Saturday, August 9th

July 29, 2008

When: Saturday, August 9, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Winners announced at 4 p.m. Rain date is Sunday
Where: Crane Beach, Argilla Road, Ipswich
Cost: Teams pay $7 each plus the parking fee, $7.50 per car for members of The Trustees of Reservations, $22 for nonmembers. Non-competitors pay the parking fees only; cyclists and walkers pay $2 each.

The Annual Crane Beach Sandblast competition, one of the most popular north shore beach events, is being held on Saturday, August 9th. The theme of this year’s competition is focused on superheroes, ”Super Heroes Go Green,” as in environmentally friendly.

Sand carvers compete in six divisions, from masters to kids. There’s also a division for businesses and organizations, another for families, adults and teens.

Crane Beach fills up early. Arrive early (before 10:00 a.m.) or you may find the parking lot full. Gates open at 8 a.m. Crane Beach has a concession stand and facilities.

Fees: Teams pay $7 each plus the parking fee, $7.50 per car for members of The Trustees of Reservations, $22 for nonmembers. Non-competitors pay the parking fees only; cyclists and walkers pay $2 each. All proceeds benefit The Trustees of Reservations.

For more information, visit the Trustees of Reservations website.