CLIFTON PARK — The 6th annual Winter Outhouse Race returns to the Clifton Park Winterfest at the Clifton Common on Saturday, Feb. 12 at 12 p.m. thanks to the Shenendehowa Rotary Club. This year’s race is a fundraiser for both ShelterBox and the Mechanicville Area Community Services Center.
Participating teams pay an entrance fee of $50 and supply their own custom-built outhouse on skis to compete for the coveted Rotary “Golden Throne” as well as prize money. Teams can build an outhouse based on the specifications of the Shenendehowa Rotary Club website (Shenrotary.org) or they can rent a pre-built outhouse for $50.
Each Outhouse team race team includes five members: one who rides the “throne” while the remaining four members push, pull, or drag their decorated outhouses around a snowy racetrack. Team themes and costumes are encouraged and bring a fun dimension to the event.
The Outhouse Races pit two teams racing against each other in a double elimination race. Cash prizes are awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place as well as the Best Themed Team.
Rotarian race organizer Ray Anthony says he expects teams that raced last year will return along with several new entrants.
New this year is the “Skillet Toss Competition”. Competitors will line up to see who can toss a cast iron skillet the furthest.
There is no admission charge for spectators, and they can enjoy concessions featuring food trucks, hot chocolate, and gourmet coffee.
For more information, contact Ray Anthony at 518-992-5804 or at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
