The site for the 2012 National Ice Carving Competition was just recently released and it is none other than the Titanic Museum in Branson, Missouri. Champions of this competition will go to the Russian city of Sochi, the site where the 2014 Winter Olympic Games will be held. Those of you enthusiastic about ice carving will find this an ideal opportunity to highlight their talents. This can also be a wonderful time to take a regular holiday down at Branson because of the striking ice sculptures that you'll get to check out here.
About the Competition
Based on this PRnewswire report, the National Ice Carving Competition Championship is considered one of the most challenging competitions worldwide. Three top champs are crowned at the end of this competition and granted the titles of Professional Division Champion (U.S.), Speed Carving Champion, and U.S. National Champion. The competition will be held over two days in February of 2012 and the most accomplished ice carvers in the US are believed to make an appearance here to participate in the tournament. The tournament has been held since 1991 and right from the year of its inception it has been a matter of great esteem for ice carving lovers to win this national championship. The attractive prize money of $25,000 will definitely draw a significant crowd to Branson come February.
Event Schedule
The 2 day competition is going to have competitors operating in two divisions- the Master Division and the Professional Division. Individuals in the Master Division will work on three blocks of ice on the 1st day of the competition and one block on the second day. For the ice carvers in the Professional Division, one ice carving on the first day will be followed by two the following day. The competitors can use a range of tools to construct their works of art including chisels, chainsaws, hot irons, blowtorches, knives and drills. Each ice block will be measured and also weighed prior to the participants begin working their magic on them to make certain that each of them get comparable essential materials from the beginning. NICA judges will be reviewing the work of the various individuals over a pre determined set of guidelines. These parameters include things like usage of ice, awareness of detail, technical skill and creativity. There are certain aspects that'll be judged within each parameter so the texture, effects, theme and structural technique will be crucial. The champs will be decided upon on the basis of the aggregation of the judges' views concerning their works.
The Venue - Titanic Museum
The Titanic Museum, which is the location for the competition, is definitely one of the primary draws in Branson and with justification. This museum is filled with intriguing details about the ill fated liner and also has some unique on- board experiences for tourists. For families with youngsters, there is a special 'Titanic for kids' tour which makes the ship, its crew and also its passengers come to life in an fascinating way.
Accommodations in Branson
The Falls Village, a bluegreen corporation vacation home is your very best choice for lodging when you visit Branson during the NICA competition. The warm and friendly staff will assure that you feel perfectly at home here while the ambience and kids friendly resort layout is just the thing to make your family holiday perfect. Spread out over two acres of greenery in the Ozark mountains, the Falls Village is the best place for a truly rejuvenating holiday.
About the Competition
Based on this PRnewswire report, the National Ice Carving Competition Championship is considered one of the most challenging competitions worldwide. Three top champs are crowned at the end of this competition and granted the titles of Professional Division Champion (U.S.), Speed Carving Champion, and U.S. National Champion. The competition will be held over two days in February of 2012 and the most accomplished ice carvers in the US are believed to make an appearance here to participate in the tournament. The tournament has been held since 1991 and right from the year of its inception it has been a matter of great esteem for ice carving lovers to win this national championship. The attractive prize money of $25,000 will definitely draw a significant crowd to Branson come February.
Event Schedule
The 2 day competition is going to have competitors operating in two divisions- the Master Division and the Professional Division. Individuals in the Master Division will work on three blocks of ice on the 1st day of the competition and one block on the second day. For the ice carvers in the Professional Division, one ice carving on the first day will be followed by two the following day. The competitors can use a range of tools to construct their works of art including chisels, chainsaws, hot irons, blowtorches, knives and drills. Each ice block will be measured and also weighed prior to the participants begin working their magic on them to make certain that each of them get comparable essential materials from the beginning. NICA judges will be reviewing the work of the various individuals over a pre determined set of guidelines. These parameters include things like usage of ice, awareness of detail, technical skill and creativity. There are certain aspects that'll be judged within each parameter so the texture, effects, theme and structural technique will be crucial. The champs will be decided upon on the basis of the aggregation of the judges' views concerning their works.
The Venue - Titanic Museum
The Titanic Museum, which is the location for the competition, is definitely one of the primary draws in Branson and with justification. This museum is filled with intriguing details about the ill fated liner and also has some unique on- board experiences for tourists. For families with youngsters, there is a special 'Titanic for kids' tour which makes the ship, its crew and also its passengers come to life in an fascinating way.
Accommodations in Branson
The Falls Village, a bluegreen corporation vacation home is your very best choice for lodging when you visit Branson during the NICA competition. The warm and friendly staff will assure that you feel perfectly at home here while the ambience and kids friendly resort layout is just the thing to make your family holiday perfect. Spread out over two acres of greenery in the Ozark mountains, the Falls Village is the best place for a truly rejuvenating holiday.
About the Author:
Max Barrett is an entertainment journalist with bluegreen corporation at astounding locations around the USA. Contact a Bluegreen rep directly for information about the top vacation accommodations at any bluegreen resorts website.
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