APBA Race Circular

Wake the Lake 9
8/23/2025 – 8/24/2025
CHAMPIONS PARK LAKE BOAT CLUB #489
8/22/2025
 
Indiana Outboard Association 
6    14049   
Springfield, OH Champions Park Lake
10/24/2024
 
8/18/2025

We are located at the Clark County Fairgrounds just on the outside of Springfield Ohio. Take exit #59 off Interstate 70 heading North on State Route 41 and the fairgrounds will be on your left.

Link for Discounted Hotels at Hampton Inn.
101 W. Leffel Lane
Springfield, Ohio 45505 USA


https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/rooms/?ctyhocn=SGHOHHX&arrivalDate=2025-05-23&departureDate=2025-05-24&room1NumAdults=1

Onsite RV Camping Overview 
Enjoy the convenience of onsite RV camping at Champions Park Lake during race weekends and special events. Our spacious RV sites are equipped with 30/50 amp electrical hookups, access to potable water fill stations, and nearby showers and restrooms to make your stay comfortable.

Each site is approximately 20 feet wide by 60 feet long (Some are longer), offering ample space for pit setup. While open campfires are not permitted, you\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'ll have everything else you need for a safe and convenient camping experience.

Cost: $50 per day
Reservations: email championsparklake@gmail.com or call at 937-206-6522 to reserve
Payment: Must be made in person at the Clark County Fairgrounds Office off of Route 41 (They Do Accept Credit Cards)

RV Rentals - Keplinger Campers (They Deliver) -  Click Link
Email: tj@keplingercampers.com
Phone: (937) 744-7156

OPC - 1 mile square course with 5 pin turns. One being a right hander
Stocks/Mods - 1/2 mile triangle oval
Inboards - 3/4 mile oval
Ouboard Drags - 800 ft

Beach and Clock

Black Diamond

World Championships: F200
N.A. Championships: SST 45
 
01130   2.5 LTR STOCK01140   1 LTR05400   125 Mod Hydro05430   B Mod Hydro05450   C Mod Hydro05460   D Mod Hydro06240   CSH07300   F20007310   SST 4511013   AXH
 
01130   2.5 LTR STOCK01140   1 LTR05400   125 Mod Hydro05430   B Mod Hydro05450   C Mod Hydro05460   D Mod Hydro06240   CSH07300   F20007310   SST 4511013   AXH

Trophies presented to all classes. OPC has prize payout available at this link.

https://www.apba.org/documents/1412380291-07-20-2025-Wake_the_Lake.Kankakee_Payout_2025.pdf

At Red Bard Friday Aug. 22 @ 9am
Through Trackside https://apba.tracksideapp.com
In trackside all fees are listed for classes along with detailed schedule. If F200 and SST 45 are planning to run Springfield and Kankakee please notify Dana Potts at dpotts104@gmail.com for your free entry.

Grandstands next to Red Barn Friday Aug 22 at 7pm

All listed in Trackside event location

Through Trackside https://apba.tracksideapp.com/

Race Director (709) CHRIS FAIRCHILD, 355062 HOWLETT, PAW PAW, IL
Referee (10787) DOUG REA, 2549 HIGHVALE DR, LAS VEGAS, NV
Assistant Referee (50367) DONALD MELILLO, 8039 STONEBARN DR, WEST CHESTER, OH
Assistant Referee (77295) ELIJAH WADE, 650 S HARPER ST APT B, NELSONVILLE, OH
Inspector (10514) SEAN BOWSHER, 240 NORTH EAST ST. #181, CISCO, IL
Inspector (10624) BILL GOHR, 38856 N GILLIAM ST, LAKE VILLA, IL
Inspector (50816) KEN MCGINNIS, 920 BOWMAN DR, SPRINGFIELD, OH
Inspector (76581) KURT ROMBERG, 10923 SPARKLE CREEK DRIVE, MIDLAND, NC
Scorer (17041) ANNETTE COON, 6951 RIVIERA DRIVE, AVON, IN
Scorer (75576) ERIN VANOVER, 4274 E QUICK CREEK RD , DEPUTY, IN
Risk Manager (16618) DANA POTTS, 120 RAINBOW DR #2043, LIVINGSTON, TX

Ramps:
F200/SST 45/Outboard Drags - Gravel Ramp at North End
Stock/Mod/Pro - Gravel Beach at South End
Inboard - 1 Crane in North Cove
Pit Area:

Teams will have access to 50/30 amp power outlets to hookup.  $50 per night per plug in and paid through the Clark County Fairgrounds office.
Water Truck will be scheduled to drive through on Saturday and Sunday.  They will do the best to keep the dust down.  
Fuel:

Sheetz Fuel Station across Route 70 carries Ethanol Free 89 octane fuel.  That will be the fuel of the day for OPC Worlds and North Americans

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This Regatta is sanctioned through APBA

An exhibition may be performed at this event pursuant to all APBA General Safety Rules provided that proper waivers and membership forms have been completed. All prizes are the responsibility of the conducting Club. APBA does not guarantee nor is it responsible for payment of prizes. You are advised that this event may be canceled prior to the race due to circumstances beyond the control of this association. If you plan to travel a long distance, it is recommended that you contact the race sponsor prior to your departure to ensure this event will take place.