Be a Part of the Fun at the North American Solar Challenge 2005 Finish Line!

For the First Time, the Race Finishes in Canada on July 27 at the U of C

University of CalgaryNorth American Solar Challenge

June 27, 2005

On July 17, over 20 cars fuelled completely by the sun’s rays will set off from Austin, Texas to make the 10-day journey over 4,000 kilometres to finish here in Calgary on July 27.

The University of Calgary is proud to be the first Canadian venue for the North American Solar Challenge Finish Line. On July 27, starting at 11:00 a.m. come out and be a part of the excitement as the solar cars race down Charleswood Drive to finish in front of the Olympic Oval on the U of C’s campus. Cheer on the teams as they complete the race and enjoy the fun-filled summer celebration complete with music, entertainment, sustainable energy and environmental displays, children’s activities and a free BBQ. You can see the solar cars up close and personal, and have the chance to talk to the teams and learn about the incredible passion and commitment that inspired them to compete in the North American Solar Challenge!

Visit www.americansolarcarchallenge.org to learn more about the race, the route and the arrival times of the cars.

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For more information:
Kristen Byers
Ph: 294-9592, ext 5
Cell: 804-1738
Email: [email protected]