The SCCA 81st Convention will have its members Zooming in Across America to learn from all of the sanctioned programs, national staff, and fellow members. We are highlighting the Road Rally sessions; all times are Central US. You can register here: https://www.scca.com, where you will find the SCCA Convention link to Register!
SAT – Jan 18 – 11A-12P Inviting Adventure: Designing RoadRallies that Draw in New Participants, Peter Schneider
This session is all about creating rally experiences that everyone can get into, especially those who are just starting out. Rallymasters will pick up some cool tips for designing routes that are fun and friendly. By using creative themes and interesting checkpoints, we can get more people excited about joining RoadRally events!
SAT – Jan 18 – 2P-3P RoadRally Program Direction & Town Hall, Jessica Toney
The RRB invites you to an open discussion on the future direction of the RoadRally program! This session will provide updates on key initiatives, goals, and plans for 2025, while also serving as a town hall to hear your thoughts, ideas, and questions. Whether you’re a seasoned Rallymaster or new to the program, your input is invaluable as we chart the course ahead. Let’s work together to ensure the RoadRally program continues to thrive and invite more enthusiasts to join the adventure!
SAT – Jan 18 – 5P-6P – Awards Night for RoadRally, RallyCross and Solo Annual Awards
Awards for these programs will be presented honoring the outstanding achievement of our members. For road rally, the Robert V. Ridges Memorial Awards and “many more” willl be announced and presented.
SUN – Jan 19 – 10A-11A – Shooting Your Rally, Not Your Foot: Inviting Interest in Rally, Tyler Linner
Get ready to take the first step in promoting your rally: let’s capture all the excitement, challenges, and joy that come with RoadRally competition! We want to invite newcomers to join in on the fun, so let’s create some dynamic images that make them feel like they’re right in the Driver (or Navigator) seat! Whether you’re a Rallymaster, photographer, or competitor, this session is perfect for you. Together, we’ll build a fantastic collection of RoadRally photos that can help with recruitment, promotion, and sharing our passion with the media. Join us and let’s make magic happen!
Presented by Tyler LInner, a member of the SCCA Regional RoadRally Development Committee
THU – Jan 23 – 4P-5P – Fun With Main Road Rules, Bob Sonntag
You are cordially invited to participate in an enlightening RoadRally session to explore the significance of Main Road Rules within RoadRally events. Whether you’re a newcomer curious about the ins and outs of RoadRally or someone looking to refresh your memory, this session promises to deliver a wealth of information. Attendees will be introduced to the six fundamental road rules, which will be thoroughly explained and illustrated through engaging diagrams, making the information accessible and easy to grasp.
For seasoned rallyists, this session serves as an invigorating review, bringing fresh perspectives and insights into the essential rules that govern road rallying. As the session wraps up, participants will be warmly invited to embark on an exciting journey through Rallytown, USA. This includes seven independent Armchair Rallies that showcase these Main Road Rules in action, providing a practical and hands-on learning experience.
The subsequent session, Fun With Main Road Rules, Part 2, will be a constructive review of the “homework” assigned during this initial gathering. The interlude between the sessions allows participants to access their materials through email or download, allowing them to print and complete the Armchair Rallies at leisure. Join us for a comprehensive exploration of RoadRally rules and an engaging learning experience! And come back for Part 2 on Friday, at 4PM.
FRI – Jan 24 – 4P-5P – Fun With Main Road Rules Part Deux, Bob Sonntag
Brace yourself…Teacher Bob will grade your homework from the Armchair Rallies…“on a curve.” Okay! Okay, we may be the only ones who thought that was funny!
This session follows the Thursday Session, where we all learned the Main Road Rules, an integral part of our sport for Course and GTA rallies. You are invited to see if your seven routes through Rallytown, USA, using the provided Main Road Rules, took you on the same routes intended by Rallymaster Bob!
We have had a chance to view this presentation during our service on the Regional RoadRally Development Committee, and these two sessions provided a fantastic overview of Main Road Rules. It is unnecessary to throw them all into every rally as you get started, yet it does a nice twist to the sport vs. a simple drive until told to turn!
FRI – Jan 24 – 5P-6P – RoadRally Happy Hour, SCCA RoadRally Community
Grab your favorite beverage and join the RoadRally community for a laid-back virtual happy hour! This is your chance to connect with fellow RoadRally enthusiasts, swap stories, and share ideas in a relaxed, casual setting. Do you have questions about organizing or participating in rallies? Please stick around for the office hour portion, where program leaders can answer your questions and offer advice. Whether you’re here for the camaraderie, the tips, or both, we can’t wait to see you there!
But wait! There’s more!
We took the time to scan the other SCCA Convention Sessions, and we encourage you to consider some of these: Marketing, History, Women on Track, Volunteers, Social Media, EVAC, Training and More
THU – Jan 16 – 630P-7:30P 2025 Annual Meeting
FRI – Jan 17 – 530P-630P 2025 Convention Kick Off
FRI – Jan 17 – 7P-8P 2025 SCCA Hall of Fame and Awards Presentation
SUN – Jan 19 – 6P-7P Event Marketing For Growth, SCCA Staff
MON – Jan 20 – 11A-12P SCCA Archives, Bob Eddy
MON – Jan 20 – 2P-3P Marketing Office Hours, SCCA Staff
MON – Jan 20 – 3P-4P Invitation by Design, SCCA Staff
MON – Jan 20 – 5P-6P Inviting New Volunteers to Your Road Racing Program, SCCA Staff
MON – Jan 20 – 7P-8P Word of Mouth – Leveraging The Membership for Growth, SCCA Staff
TUE – Jan 21 – 12P-1P Inviting Leadership: How to Develop and Empower New Leaders in Your Region, SCCA Staff
TUE – Jan 21 – 1P-2P Women on Track: How to Apply National Initiatives to Regional Growth, SCCA Foundation’s Women on Track and SCCA Staff
TUE – Jan 21 – 5P-6P Social Media Basics – Include Region Scorecard Exercise, SCCA Staff
TUE – Jan 21 – 8P-9P Inviting Clarity: Understanding the SCCA Operations Manual and Bylaws, SCCA Staff and SCCA BOD
WED – Jan 22 – 11A-12P SCCA Waivers, SCCA Staff
WED – Jan 22 – 1P-2P SCCA General Insurance and Risk Management, SCCA Staff and Willis Towers Watson
WED – Jan 22 – 2P-3P SCCA Third Party Contracts & Non-SCCA Event Support, SCCA Staff and Willis Towers Watson
WED – Jan 22 – 3P-4P A Welcome Invitation – Respect is the Key, SCCA Staff
WED – Jan 22 – 4P-5P Extending the Invite: Building the Future of Grassroots Racing Together, SCCA Staff
THU – Jan 23 – 10A-11A Electronic Incident Reporting in the Member Account Portal, SCCA Staff
THU – Jan 23 – 1P-2P The SCCA Academy Invites YOU to Learn, SCCA Staff
THU – Jan 23 – 2P-3P 2025 EVAC Update, Dayle Frame
THU – Jan 23 – 7P-8P Social Media Workshop – Using Free Tools to Create Engaging Contact, SCCA Staff
FRI – Jan 24 – 230P-330P Women on Track: State of the Initiative, SCCA Foundation’s Women on Track and SCCA Staff
