The site for the 2012 National Ice Carving Competition has been just recently released and it is none other than the Titanic Museum in Branson. Champions of the contest will go to the Russian city of Sochi, the site that the 2014 Winter Olympic Games is going to be held. Those of you serious about ice carving will find this a wonderful opportunity to express their talents. This can also be a wonderful time for a regular holiday to Branson thanks to the remarkable ice sculptures that you will 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 events throughout the world. Three top champions are crowned at the end of this battle and assigned the titles of Professional Division Champion (U.S.), Speed Carving Champion, and U.S. National Champion. The championship will be held over two days in February of 2012 and the most expert ice carvers in the United States are predicted to make an appearance here to engage in the championship. The competition has been held since 1991 and starting from the year of its inception it has been a matter of great status for ice carving fanatics to win this national championship. The alluring prize money of $25,000 will definitely bring in quite a crowd to Branson come February.
Event Schedule
The 2 day competition is going to have competitors operating in two divisions- the Master Division and also the Professional Division. Those who work in the Master Division will work on 3 blocks of ice on the 1st day of the event and 1 block on the 2nd day. For the ice carvers in the Professional Division, 1 ice carving on the 1st day will be followed by two the next day. The entrants can pick many tools to generate their masterpieces including chisels, chainsaws, hot irons, blowtorches, knives as well as drills. Each block of ice is going to be measured and also weighed before the entrants start working their magic on them to make sure that they each get the same basic materials to get started. NICA judges will be assessing the work of the various contributors over a pre determined set of factors. These parameters include things like make use of ice, focus on detail, technical skill and also creativity. There are specific components that'll be evaluated within each parameter so the texture, effects, theme and also structural technique will all be of great importance. The winners are going to be determined on the basis of the aggregation of the judges' views regarding their works.
The Venue - Titanic Museum
The Titanic Museum, that is the spot for the event, is easily one of the biggest draws in Branson and with valid reason. This museum is full of fascinating details about the ill fated liner and even offers some unique on- board experiences for visitors. For families with youngsters, there is a special 'Titanic for kids' tour that enables the vessel, its crew as well as its passengers come to life in an gripping way.
Accommodations in Branson
The Falls Village, a bluegreen corporation vacation home is your very best option for lodging when you visit Branson during the NICA competition. The helpful staff will assure that you feel perfectly at home here while the ambience and kids friendly resort design and style is just the thing to make your family getaway perfect. Spread out over two acres of greenery in the Ozark mountains, the Falls Village is the destination for a truly stimulating getaway.
About the Competition
Based on this PRnewswire report, the National Ice Carving Competition Championship is considered one of the most challenging events throughout the world. Three top champions are crowned at the end of this battle and assigned the titles of Professional Division Champion (U.S.), Speed Carving Champion, and U.S. National Champion. The championship will be held over two days in February of 2012 and the most expert ice carvers in the United States are predicted to make an appearance here to engage in the championship. The competition has been held since 1991 and starting from the year of its inception it has been a matter of great status for ice carving fanatics to win this national championship. The alluring prize money of $25,000 will definitely bring in quite a crowd to Branson come February.
Event Schedule
The 2 day competition is going to have competitors operating in two divisions- the Master Division and also the Professional Division. Those who work in the Master Division will work on 3 blocks of ice on the 1st day of the event and 1 block on the 2nd day. For the ice carvers in the Professional Division, 1 ice carving on the 1st day will be followed by two the next day. The entrants can pick many tools to generate their masterpieces including chisels, chainsaws, hot irons, blowtorches, knives as well as drills. Each block of ice is going to be measured and also weighed before the entrants start working their magic on them to make sure that they each get the same basic materials to get started. NICA judges will be assessing the work of the various contributors over a pre determined set of factors. These parameters include things like make use of ice, focus on detail, technical skill and also creativity. There are specific components that'll be evaluated within each parameter so the texture, effects, theme and also structural technique will all be of great importance. The winners are going to be determined on the basis of the aggregation of the judges' views regarding their works.
The Venue - Titanic Museum
The Titanic Museum, that is the spot for the event, is easily one of the biggest draws in Branson and with valid reason. This museum is full of fascinating details about the ill fated liner and even offers some unique on- board experiences for visitors. For families with youngsters, there is a special 'Titanic for kids' tour that enables the vessel, its crew as well as its passengers come to life in an gripping way.
Accommodations in Branson
The Falls Village, a bluegreen corporation vacation home is your very best option for lodging when you visit Branson during the NICA competition. The helpful staff will assure that you feel perfectly at home here while the ambience and kids friendly resort design and style is just the thing to make your family getaway perfect. Spread out over two acres of greenery in the Ozark mountains, the Falls Village is the destination for a truly stimulating getaway.
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