If so, your chance is coming soon.

“The Winterfest Cardboard Sled Races has become an annual tradition, bringing laughter and friendly competition to the community,” said Savannah Casey, Warren County Chamber of Business & Industry operations director. “This year’s Winterfest Cardboard Sled Races will take place at 3 p.m. near pavilion four at Chapman State Park. We’re looking for ingenuity and creativity. From classic designs to elaborate contraptions, the races provided a unique opportunity for participants to unleash their inner engineers for a chance to win a trophy.

This event has been a great addition to Winterfest as it does not depend on snow. The dogs pull the sleds with 20-pound dog food bags inside. The event showcases incredible community spirit as families and friends cheer on creative sled designs and enjoy a day of winter fun.”

All sleds must be made of duct tape and cardboard only with a rope to attach for a harness. Riders must provide their own rope. Sleds must be a minimum of 40 inches long and no wider than 22 inches. Sleds must be able to support the weight of a 20-pound bag of dog food. People will not be riding in sleds during the competition – only dog food. Any design may be used.

The races are limited to 20 entries, with the races held only if there is enough snow. All sleds will be pulled by sled dogs of Smokey Hill on a short course with a “freight load of 20 pounds of dog food.” Dogs will be chosen at random by participating team members.

Each race will be timed. In the event of a tie for 1st place for the fastest time, a runoff will decide the winner. The course will be located on the beach side of Chapman State Park, near Pavilion 4, with check-in no later than 2:30 p.m.

Awards will be given for fastest time, best looking sled and survivor award for the sled that stays the most intact.

Races will be held Feb. 1. To register, email Savannah Casey at szimmerman@wccbi.org to get the official entry form. There is no cost to participate.