The second annual Riley’s Rascal Derby is set for Aug. 29 at Fort Riley. This soap box derby will pit racers against each other in home-built, gravity-powered cars racing down Reed and Carpenter Avenues between the 1st Infantry Division and Fort Riley garrison headquarters buildings. The Fort Riley Garrison Public Affairs Office said racers will compete in three age divisions; 7 to 12, 13 to 17 and 18-year-olds and older.
Race spots are limited and advance registration is required. Register by calling 785-784-1000.
Registration ends Aug. 28 or when all slots are filled. The event is free and open to the public. All participants must live within 150 miles of Fort Riley.
Due to the installation’s COVID-19 guidelines, participants will be required to wear masks, maintain proper physical distancing and use hand sanitizing stations. More information is available on facebook.com/RileyMWR or at riley.armymwr.com.
Races begin at 10 a.m. and should be finished by 2 p.m