The Rally of the Tall Pines is a rally unlike any other in North America! Our incredibly popular VIP program is just another feature that sets us apart! The Tall Pines VIP program is the most comprehensive rally VIP program offered ANYWHERE in North America and has sold out each year since its initial offering in 2002!
What you will receive*:
- A Full Day VIP Program (9AM-10:30PM approx).
- Transportation to and from our various Spectator Areas on Saturday, November 21st 2009 in a Luxury Coach Bus.
- Access to our heated VIP tents at the Iron Bridge Spectator Area and at the Golton Stage Area on the day of the event.
- A complimentary lunch provided by our sponsor Gramma's Restaurant and Papa's Pub!
- Snacks and refreshments throughout the day.
- Official Rally of the Tall Pines clothing.
- A VIP Badge.
- Spectator Guide and Rally information sheets.
- A tour of a rally Special Stage (SS) road.
- A complimentary hot dinner at River's Edge Golf Course in Bancroft.
Your VIP Hosts for 2009:
John Bellefleur’s extensive rally career includes both Canadian and North American Championships. He has competed in 20 WRC events all over the world with a 3rd place finish at the Olympus Rally. Since retiring from participating a few years ago, John continues to organize events and to steward at National events.
Doug Woods is a 5 time Canadian Rally Champion and the winner of 31 Canadian Rally Championship events. Doug has also won a World Rally Championship event. Doug has many interesting stories to share from his 45 years of participation in the sport of rallying.
VIP Price: $145 CDN + taxes.
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Please email our VIP Program Coordinator if you have any questions about this amazing opportunity!
*Program details and pricing may be subject to change without notice.
**Proof of age of majority is required to redeem Complimentary beverage ticket for alcholic drink at Dinner.
*** VIP Program only suitable for children 8 years of age or older.
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Tentative 2009 VIP Program Schedule - UPDATED November 16, 2009:
| Arrive |
Depart |
Activity |
Location |
| 7:00 |
9:00 |
VIP Registration - Located at Rally HQ inside Dungannon Recreation Centre. VIP parking area is provided. Get your VIP package early and then have time to view the teams as they prepare for their day. |
Rally HQ |
| 7:30 |
10:00 |
Park Expose & Service at Rally HQ. Best chance to see all the cars and teams. Opportunity to tour the service area to see what the crews must do to prep and maintain the cars for the rally. |
| 9:00 |
n/a |
Ceremonial Start - See the cars as they officially leave HQ and head for their first live stage!!! |
| SHARP |
10:15 |
VIP Buses Depart for Iron Bridge Spectator Area - Hot Coffee and treats will be available from our Sponsor, Tim Horton's. |
| 10:45 |
15:30 |
Stage A3 - Old Detlor Spectator Stage Southbound (Car 0 - 11:15)*
Stage A5 - Iron Bridge Spectator Stage Norhbound (Car 0 - 12:53)*
LUNCH ARRIVES! Meet at VIP Tent for Hot Lunch from sponsor (13:00)*
Stage A7 - Iron Bridge Spectator Stage Northbound (Car 0 - 14:19)* |
Iron Bridge Spectator Area |
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15:30 |
VIP Buses Depart for Tour of Iron Bridge Stage Road (conditions permitting) |
Iron Bridge Stage Road |
| 15:30 |
16:00 |
Tour of Iron Bridge Stage Road |
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16:00 |
VIP Buses Arrive at Rally HQ |
Rally HQ |
| 16:00 |
16:45 |
Bus Rest at Rally HQ
VIP's may return to their vehicles if they need to retrieve/store belongings. Drop off for VIPs who wish to leave early. |
| SHARP |
16:45 |
VIP Buses Depart for Golton Spectator Stage sponsored by Tim Horton's |
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17:00 |
VIP Buses Arrive at Golton Spectator Stage sponsored by Tim Horton's |
Golton Spectator Stage sponsored by Tim Horton's, Bancroft |
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17:15 |
VIPs secured in Infield ***Tim Horton's Coffee and Donuts served in the VIP Tent*** |
| 17:15 |
19:15 |
Stage A11 (Car 0 - 17:52)*
Stage B1 (Car 0 - 18:51)* |
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20:00 |
VIP Buses Depart for River's Edge Golf Course |
| 20:15 |
21:30 |
Dinner at River's Edge Golf Course |
River's Edge |
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21:30 |
VIP Buses Depart for HQ For Podium |
| MTC #3 |
21:20 |
Main Time Control - FINISH at Dungannon Rec Centre (HQ) |
Rally HQ |
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22:00 |
Approximate time for Rally HQ Victory Podium |
| * Please note that all time are approximate and may change during the rally in the event of a delay in the competition or bad weather. Pslease confirm with the VIP Coordinator to ensure you do not miss the bus! VIPs who miss the bus will be required to find their own way back to the VIP Program.Bancroft Taxi: (613) 332-8294. Cell phone coverage is not guaranteed. |
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