The wait is over—THIS weekend marks the highly anticipated International Ice Carousel event! The Northern Maine Ice Busters are gearing up for an epic world record attempt, and we want YOU to be part of it.
📅 March 14-16, 2025
📍 Van Buren Boat Launch, St. John River
This isn’t just about breaking records—it’s a weekend-long celebration packed with activities for all ages!
When Does the Action Start?
🔨 We start cutting the ice THIS FRIDAY (March 14th) at 9 AM!
This is where the magic begins! Watch as we carve a massive ice disk using our modified ditch trencher. This powerful machine has been adapted to cut through thick ice, ensuring smooth and precise edges—check out the photo! 🛠️❄️
🎡 The record-breaking SPIN will take place SATURDAY!
That’s when we’ll attempt to set a historic world record as the FIRST Ice Carousel to span an international border! 🌎❄️ This one-of-a-kind engineering feat will rotate across the St. John River, connecting Van Buren, Maine, USA, with St. Leonard, New Brunswick, Canada. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime event!
Ice Concerns? Watch This!
We know some folks have been worried about recent weather conditions, but we have GREAT NEWS! Our latest ice check confirms everything is solid and ready for action.
📽️ Watch our video update to see the ice conditions for yourself!
What Else is Happening This Weekend?
✔ Live Music & Entertainment 🎶
✔ Face Painting & Family Fun 🎨
✔ Snow Tube Sliding & Obstacle Courses ❄️
✔ Touch a Truck Event 🚜
✔ Antique Snowmobile Show 🏁
✔ Cornhole Tournament 🌽🏆
✔ Bonfires & Food 🔥🍲
✔ Merchant Raffles & 50/50 Drawings 🎟️
✔ The Grand Gala (ticketed event) 🥂🎉
🔥 Check out the full schedule below! 🔥
Join Us for This Historic Event!
Whether you’re here for the record-breaking attempt, the family fun, or just to witness one of the coolest engineering feats of the year, this is an event you won’t want to miss!
🚨 Tag your friends, share this post, and spread the word! Let’s make history together—see you on the ice! ❄️🎡
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