This is the annual Spring hovercraft races held on Chilson Pond at the Brighton State Recreation Area! Come enjoy the beautiful Spring Michigan weather and some fast-paced hovercraft action!
Weekend Schedule
Friday
(3:00p - 6:00p) - Race Site Setup
Saturday
(9:30a - 12:00p) - Registration & Safety Inspections (10:00a - 10:30a) - Drivers Meeting (required to race) (11:00a - 12:00p) - Practice Session (12:00p - 1:00p) - Lunch Break (1:00p - 5:00p) - Racing Session (at least 3 heats of racing) (6:00p - 7:00p) - Dinner and Awards at race site pavilion
(9:30a - 12:00p) - Registration & Safety Inspections
(10:00a - 10:30a) - Drivers Meeting (required to race)
(11:00a - 12:00p) - Practice Session
(12:00p - 1:00p) - Lunch Break
(1:00p - 5:00p) - Racing Session (at least 3 heats of racing)
(6:00p - 7:00p) - Dinner and Awards at race site pavilion
Sunday
(10:00a - 10:30a) - Drivers Meeting (10:30a - 11:30a) - Open/Endurance Race (11:30a - 1:00p) - Race Site Teardown
(10:00a - 10:30a) - Drivers Meeting
(10:30a - 11:30a) - Open/Endurance Race
(11:30a - 1:00p) - Race Site Teardown
Registration & Meals
Register for the event here on the Hoverclub website! You can register each craft that plans to race as well as a Saturday lunch and Saturday dinner. How to register:
Register for the event here on the Hoverclub website! You can register each craft that plans to race as well as a Saturday lunch and Saturday dinner.
How to register:
Ticket types are broken down by...
1) Do you plan on having a racing hovercraft 2) If you want Saturday lunch and/or dinner provided
1) Do you plan on having a racing hovercraft
2) If you want Saturday lunch and/or dinner provided
Here is an example:
I plan to bring 2 racing hovercrafts and 3 people who will race those 2 hovercrafts. I would also like all 3 people to receive a lunch and a dinner.
How to register: You will need to make 3 separate registrations for each person, but only 2 of those need to be for a racing hovercraft. Registration #1: Racing Hovercraft w/ Lunch & Dinner Registration #2: Racing Hovercraft w/ Lunch & Dinner Registration #3: Lunch & Dinner Only
You will need to make 3 separate registrations for each person, but only 2 of those need to be for a racing hovercraft.
Registration #1: Racing Hovercraft w/ Lunch & Dinner
Registration #2: Racing Hovercraft w/ Lunch & Dinner
Registration #3: Lunch & Dinner Only
Overnight Accommodations
Camping - UNAVAILBLE DURING THIS EVENT DUE TO CONSTRUCTION Most participants stay at the Bishop Lake Campground just down the road. Camping spots often get reserved quickly, so plan on reserving in advance! Reservation Website (through Brighton State Rec link below): https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/parksandtrails/Details.aspx?id=102&type=SPCG#overview
Camping - UNAVAILBLE DURING THIS EVENT DUE TO CONSTRUCTION
Most participants stay at the Bishop Lake Campground just down the road. Camping spots often get reserved quickly, so plan on reserving in advance!
Reservation Website (through Brighton State Rec link below): https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/parksandtrails/Details.aspx?id=102&type=SPCG#overview
Hotels There are several hotel options in the Brighton area. There are no specific group rates setup with any of the local hotels.
Hotels
There are several hotel options in the Brighton area. There are no specific group rates setup with any of the local hotels.
Pushed back one week this year to avoid Father's Day weekend.
This is a great event to test a new craft or modification. The Wisconsin River is known for is numerous sandbars that provide nearly limitless options to stop and make adjustments or just enjoy the picturesque views of the driftless region. This is unique area that escaped the bulldozing affects of the glaciers during the last ice age. Muscoda is ideally located in the center of the last 80 mile stretch of the river. Pilots have the option to cruise 40 miles up river to the dam in Prarie du Sac or 40 miles down river to the Mississippi River. We typically cruise about 20 miles up river to the Riverside Resort in Spring Green for lunch on Saturday. From there the group typically splits up to enjoy the river how ever they like. With reasonably priced camping on site and several hotels in Richland Center and Boscobel it's one of the most convenient and hovercraft friendly events in the country. Registration is not required and spectators are always welcome.
Hoverally is back on the Wisconsin River, but in an all new location! This year it will be held in Sauk City Wisconsin, which is 40 miles up river from Muscoda. This site is similar to Muscoda, but with many more amenities close by. Camping, Hotels, Groceries, Gas, Boat Launch, and many Restaurants are all within walking distance. There are also several local attractions if you or your group are not on the river.
Camping will be hosted by Buddy's River Resort. Campsite reservations will be available on their website beginning May 2nd. The nearest Hotel is the Holiday Inn Express & Suites. Reservations can be made on their website at any time. The Annual Member Meeting and Dinner will be hosted by Vintage Brewing. The location is accessible by hovercraft and has a beautiful overlook of the river. The link below has additional details on the location and logistics. A list of events and times will be posted closer to the event.
Camping will be hosted by Buddy's River Resort. Campsite reservations will be available on their website beginning May 2nd.
The nearest Hotel is the Holiday Inn Express & Suites. Reservations can be made on their website at any time.
The Annual Member Meeting and Dinner will be hosted by Vintage Brewing. The location is accessible by hovercraft and has a beautiful overlook of the river.
The link below has additional details on the location and logistics. A list of events and times will be posted closer to the event.
This event will be combined with Hoverally this year. See Hoverally event page for details.
The weather is hot and the river level is low which is a perfect combination for hovercrafting on a river known for is numerous sandbars. The river transforms into a nearly endless beach that provides limitless options to stop and cool off in the water or just enjoy the picturesque views of the driftless region. This is unique area that escaped the bulldozing affects of the glaciers during the last ice age. Muscoda is ideally located in the center of the last 80 mile stretch of the river. Pilots have the option to cruise 40 miles up river to the dam in Prairie du Sac or 40 miles down river to the Mississippi River. We typically cruise about 20 miles up river to the Riverside Resort in Spring Green for lunch on Saturday. From there the group typically splits up to enjoy the river how ever they like. With reasonably priced camping on site and several hotels in Richland Center and Boscobel, it's one of the most convenient and hovercraft friendly events in the country.
This is the annual hovercraft races held on Chilson Pond at the Brighton State Recreation Area! Come enjoy the beautiful fall Michigan weather and some fast-paced hovercraft action!
Camping Most participants stay at the Bishop Lake Campground just down the road. Camping spots often get reserved quickly, so plan on reserving in advance! Reservation Website (through Brighton State Rec link below): https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/parksandtrails/Details.aspx?id=102&type=SPCG#overview
Camping
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Come and enjoy the fall colors, warm days and cool nights.
Dave and Linda Braden are our hosts at the Rural Retreat Campground.
Please see their FB page at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Rural%20Retreat%20Campground/278803582233012/
The WHF are very pleased to announce that our next Championships will be held in England.
Provisional date : 11th – 16th August 2026
Further details will be published soon.
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