Scorpion Homecoming is the largest annual event of it's kind in the world, regularly drawing hundreds of Scorpion enthusiasts from throughout the United States and Canada.

Join hundreds of former employees and Scorpion collectors for an afternoon of memories in the hometown of this proud brand. Bigger and better then ever, this year's 7th annual Scorpion Homecoming commemorates the Super Stinger designs from of model years 1974 and 1975 (any color, any displacement). As always, registration is free but attendees are encouraged to support the Chamber by purchasing commemorative buttons and other Scorpion memorabilia. All profits benefit the Cuyuna Lakes Chamber of Commerce. Scorpion Homecoming is held in conjunction with the Chamber's long-standing ice fishing contest on beautiful Serpent Lake - just offshore from Crosby's Memorial Park.

2011 Feature 74' & 75' Super Stingers

2009 Homecoming Award Winners

2011 Feature 74' & 75 Super Stingers

The agenda and tone of the event is expected to be similar to prior years. For a recap of prior events, browse 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, or 2010.

Scorpion Homecoming is a casual, free and fun event. Sled registration is completely complementary. No formal provisions are being made for swap or race activities. Attendees are however encouraged to support the Chamber by purchasing a raffle ticket (excellent prizes awarded  need not be present to win), patronizing the concessionaires and purchasing the official 2011 Homecoming button.

All Scorpions, as well as Scorpion-manufactured brands are welcome, including Trail-A-Sled, Sno-Ro, Sears, Sno-Craft, Brut and Massey-Ferguson.

Machines need not run to be displayed. For safety reasons, propeller-driven air-sleds will NOT be operated during the event.

Begin now making plans to attend this exciting event. If you plan on attending the event, please aid the Chamber's planning by sending us an Email to the following address:

In the body of the email please indicate the following: last name; hometown; number of persons attending; number of sleds you plan on bringing; and your status (e.g. collector, former racer, employee). In addition, if you plan on bringing a Super Stinger, please tell us about it.

And don't forget to sport your Scorpion-themed apparel!

Need more information? Contact us at the following Email address:

AGENDA

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM ~ Set-up & Registration
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM ~ Display
1:30 - 2:00 PM ~ Judging
3:00 PM ~ Awards Presentation
3:15 PM ~ 4:30 PM ~ Trail Ride
3:30 PM ~ 7:00 PM ~ Open House

SUPPORT TENT

Upon your arrival, visit the Homecoming on-ice support tent for your sled sign, commemorative button, and other Scorpion merchandise. For your comfort, the support tent also doubles as a warming facility.

All profits benefit the Cuyuna Lakes Chamber of Commerce. Please support the event by purchasing these wonderful items! Cash only please.

PARKING & TRAFFIC FLOW

As always, on-ice driving and parking is at your own risk (ample nearby street parking is always available). For your convenience, Memorial Park does have an excellent low-angle ramp to the lake. On-site traffic coordination provided courtesy Range Car Wash (Bob Heath and Mark Filas). See the Breaking Announcements section of this page for last minute information.

DISPLAY AREA

A dedicated display area will be set-up adjacent to the ice fishing area on Serpent Lake just offshore from Memorial Park. Although welcome, no formal provisions are being made for swappers (and no fees are accessed). All swappers in attendance are asked to set-up around the perimeter of the display area and not within the snowmobile display lines.

A dedicated area for 74' & 75 Super Stinger's will be set-up near the display area entrance. Please place all Super Stinger's (regardless of condition) in this area.

The display area is reserved specifically for Trail-A-Sled, Scorpion and other brands directly manufactured by such. Other antique and vintage brands are welcome (but are asked to please set-up around the perimeter of the display area).

Local ride-in sleds are encouraged!

LOCATION

Crosby, Minnesota is located on the eastern edge of the Brainerd Lakes Area (115 miles north of Minneapolis, 90 miles west of Duluth, 15 miles northwest of Brainerd). Crosby's Memorial Park on the northwestern shores of Serpent Lake (Highway 210).

Windows Live Map: Memorial Park, Crosby, MN 56441

TRAIL RIDE

Completely on-ice, this optional low-speed ride will circumnavigate Serpent Lake for approximately 8 round-trip miles. Support vehicles may not be available so plan accordingly. Assuming safe ice conditions, the ride will proceed with or without snow. Participants below the age of 18 are subject to Minnesota's helmet law. Please have your sleds in good running condition. Vintage snowmobiles (25 years old or greater) are exempt from state license requirements while participating in this event.

OPEN HOUSE

Held at a world-class local collection, this event is an absolute must for Scorpion fans. Rare vintage video will be on display. Directions to the open house are available at the on-ice Homecoming booth. Complimentary snacks and refreshments will be provided.

LODGING

For lodging and dining information, see the Chamber's web site. Extensive alternative lodging is also available in the Brainerd Lakes area, generally 16 miles southwest of Crosby-Ironton on Highway 210.

PRE-EVENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

In the final days preceding the event, late-breaking announcements will be posted to this area. If you plan on attending, please check this section accordingly.

Merchandise : 2011 continues with a wider range of commemorative merchandise. Quantities are limited. No rain checks. All Sales Final. All profits benefit the Cuyuna Lakes Chamber of Commerce. Cash only please. Pen: $1, Homecoming Button: $3 (prior year buttons: $1); ceramic mug: $5; beanie: $10; ball cap: $15; thermal mug: $15; flags: small (1’ x 1.5’): $20, large (2’ x 3’): $90.

Awards : A generous offering of trophies will be distributed at the 3:00 PM on-ice awards presentation, including the following categories at minimum: Feature Sled (model year 1969); Trail-A-Sled Era, original and restored (model years 1959-1971); Scorpion Era, original & restored (model years 1972-1981); Scorpion Modified; Scorpion Traveler; and Chamber’s Choice.