May 21, Spring Fun Drive Recap

Six club members ignored the gloomy weather report and enjoyed a nice drive down to Henderson MN where we had coffee at the Bittersweet Café.  The group picture below was taken at the Firemans Park the appointed  rendezvous spot  in Chaska.    Mark Pladson led the group down through various county scenic byways for the 47 mile route to Henderson.  The weather cleared enough so we were able to enjoy the quiet misty morning drive.  The wet pavement drew a sharp contrast to the spring green leaves bursting out from a long winter and the flowering shrubs popped color into the landscape which still had wisps of fog lingering in the groves and valleys.

Brainerd International Raceway Sept 10-12 Recap

We had a good turnout from the Audi club at BIR for the last fling DT / DE weekend.  Those who drove on Friday got to drive the short track, with the rest of the weekend run on the long track.  Despite some mechanical and hardware issues, everyone had a great time.  Thank you to everyone who came up to join in the fun.  We are already looking forward to next season!

BIR April 30-May 2, 2010 Recap

90+ participants, including around 25 GLQC members made their way up to Brainerd International Raceway for a weekend of drivers education and a lot of fun on the track.  Despite the cool temps, rain and wind everyone had a great time.  Thank you to all of the participants and especially to the volunteers.  Thanks to our friends at Nord Stern PCA who welcomed GLQC to partner with them for this event.  We look forward to future co-events.

Check back soon for photos!

April 18, 2010 Adult Car Control Clinic Recap

Five adults participated in our Adult Car Control Clinic at Dakota County Technical College on Sunday, April 18.   The day consisted of short classroom sessions and a LOT of behind the wheel time.  Because of the small group, participants we were able to do a variety of exercises on both dry and wet pavement, increasingly pushing themselves and their vehicles.  Participants were able to have both in-car instruction and the opportunity to go it on their own.  The weather was gorgeous and everyone had a great time.  Thank you to the instructors, volunteers and participants!

Kate with her instructor, Lovee (Paul Hantelman)

25th Annual Frank Beddor Nationals 2009 at BIR – RECAP

We had a wonderful 25th Anniversary celebration in Brainerd for the Audi Club North America hosted by the Glacier Lakes Chapter.  The days were exceptional and unseasonably cold, but all had a great time.  54 drivers from all over the country were instructed in the skills of performance driving by over 35 Audi Club driving instructors.  Uwe Fricker (Audi Driving Experience) joined us to assist in our driving instruction and give all of our instructors some extra tips.  We were also honored to have Johan de Nysschen (President of Audi of America) join us at the track and speak at the banquet.  Marilyn Beddor and Steve Beddor were honorary guests.  Go to www.audiclubna.org for some pics and videos.

More to be posted in the coming weeks.

A very special THANK YOU to all of our instructors for their time in helping each student driver reach their objectives and potential throughout the weekend.

In addition, we’d like to thank the following individuals from the Club for making the event such a success:

Kent Anderson (Director, ACNA and GLQC) – overall event coordinator

Mark Gottwalt (Vice President, GLQC) – overall event support

Karen Chadwick (Executive Director, ACNA) – event coordinator, national and international  liaison

Marianne Goren – non-driving event coordinator and registrar

Bill Tippie and Steve Nelson – driving school chairs

Jon Hansen, Bruce Bonine, and Joe Stifter – Carousel Audi and Maplewood Audi

Barb Weernink (Secretary, GLQC) and Chan Sam (Membership Committee Chair, GLQC) – marketing and silent auction

Peter Puffer (Director, GLQC) – classroom instructor

Keith Anderson (Director, GLQC) – lead instructor

Louis Zachary (President, GLQC) – overall leadership and instructor support

Tom Mahoney – caravan and fall drive coordinator

Jim Hidding - sponsorship support

Jeff Millikin (Red Fly Motorsports) – videography

Dean Esmail – photography

Women’s Driving Clinic – Sun, Jul 19th 2009

We couldn’t have asked for better weather.  We only had 7 women who took advantage of this great opportunity to hone their skills.  Special thanks to ALL our volunteer instructors for supporting this event and making it happen, most of whom volunteered on Saturday as well.

Lapping day at BIR, Sunday, Oct. 19

We offered a lapping day at BIR on Sun, Oct 19 for intermediate, advanced, and instructor level drivers ONLY.  Intermediate drivers were required to have soloed at least once at BIR to be able to attend.   We had the option of driving the NEW short track and/or the original long track. Look for photos soon.

Ice Driving Events: 2009 are done

Come out to Lake Cynthia in Prior Lake, MN to learn how to drive your Audi (or other make) on ice! Here are our dates we have so far.  These are pending proper weather and good ice conditions, so stay tuned to this site for further updates closer to the dates.  We will NOT be supporting SUVs, Minivans, or other trucks due to rollover risks.

The cost for the Ice Driving Events on Lake Cynthia are $60 per driver.  Pre-register below if you are planning on attending.  This will give you priority and give us a sense for how many will be attending.

Here is a link to a map:  http://maps.live.com/?v=2&encType=1&sp=Point.rf42n07691xk_Lake%20Cynthia_Entrance%20on%20southside%20of%20lake%20from%20Cty%20Rd%208.___

Take 35 south to Cty Rd 70 (also called Cty Rd 8, west of 35) West to Lake Cynthia.

January 2009
11 - Sun: Ice Driving Event – Lake Cynthia DONE  See re-cap.
24 - Sat: Teen Ice Driving Event – Lake Cynthia  DONE. 
25 - Sun: Ice Driving Event – Lake Cynthia DONE.  See re-cap.

February 2009
8 - Sun: Ice Driving Event – Lake Cynthia DONE.  See re-cap.
22 - Sun: Ice Driving Event – Lake Cynthia DONE.  See Re-cap
Feb 28 – ‘Mar 1 - Sat-Sun: Winter Driving School – Gull Lake in Brainerd, MN (registration fees TBD)   CANCELED

PLEASE COMPLETE THE FORM BELOW IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO ATTEND.  The $60 fee will be collected the morning of the event at the lake.  Helmets are required, but will be provided free of charge.  Thank you.