The spot for the 2012 National Ice Carving Competition has been recently expressed and it is none other than the Titanic Museum in Branson. Champions of this competition will visit the Russian city of Sochi, the spot where the 2014 Winter Olympic Games will be hosted. Those of you excited about ice carving will find this a superb chance to exhibit their talents. This is also a wonderful time for a regular vacation down at Branson considering the impressive ice sculptures that you will get to witness here.
About the Competition
According to this PRnewswire report, the National Ice Carving Competition Championship is among the most challenging competitions worldwide. 3 premier winners are crowned at the end of this battle and thus bestowed the titles of Professional Division Champion (U.S.), Speed Carving Champion, and U.S. National Champion. The competition will be held over 2 days in February of 2012 and the most skillful ice carvers in the country are expected to make an appearance here to engage in the competition. The affair has been held since 1991 and starting from the year of its inception it's been a matter of great prestige for ice carving devotees to win this national championship. The alluring prize money of $25,000 will certainly bring in a large crowd to Branson this February.
Event Schedule
The two day event is going to have participants working in two divisions- the Master Division plus the Professional Division. Those involved with the Master Division will work on 3 blocks of ice on the first day of the event and one block on the second day. For the ice carvers in the Professional Division, 1 ice carving on the 1st day will be followed by 2 the following day. The entrants can decide on a range of tools to develop their masterpieces including chisels, chainsaws, hot irons, blowtorches, knives and also drills. Each block of ice will be measured and also weighed before the competitors start working their magic on them to make sure that each will get similar essential materials to start with. NICA judges are going to be reviewing the work of the various participants using a pre determined set of criteria. These parameters include usage of ice, focus on detail, technical skill and creativity. There are many aspects that'll be evaluated within each parameter so the texture, effects, theme and also structural technique all will be crucial. The champs will be selected on the basis of the aggregation of the judges' views concerning their works.
The Venue - Titanic Museum
The Titanic Museum, that is the spot for the competition, is readily acknowledged as one of the biggest draws in Branson and with justification. This museum is filled with interesting specifics of the ill fated ship and also has some unique on- board experiences for tourists. For families with youngsters, there is a special 'Titanic for kids' tour which enables the vessel, its crew and its passengers come alive in an fascinating way.
Accommodations in Branson
The Falls Village, a bluegreen corporation vacation home is your very best option for lodging when you check out Branson during the NICA competition. The helpful staff will make sure that you feel perfectly at home here while the ambience and kids friendly resort layout is just the thing to help to make your family getaway perfect. Spread over 2 acres of greenery in the Ozark mountains, the Falls Village is the spot for a truly stimulating getaway.
About the Competition
According to this PRnewswire report, the National Ice Carving Competition Championship is among the most challenging competitions worldwide. 3 premier winners are crowned at the end of this battle and thus bestowed the titles of Professional Division Champion (U.S.), Speed Carving Champion, and U.S. National Champion. The competition will be held over 2 days in February of 2012 and the most skillful ice carvers in the country are expected to make an appearance here to engage in the competition. The affair has been held since 1991 and starting from the year of its inception it's been a matter of great prestige for ice carving devotees to win this national championship. The alluring prize money of $25,000 will certainly bring in a large crowd to Branson this February.
Event Schedule
The two day event is going to have participants working in two divisions- the Master Division plus the Professional Division. Those involved with the Master Division will work on 3 blocks of ice on the first day of the event and one block on the second day. For the ice carvers in the Professional Division, 1 ice carving on the 1st day will be followed by 2 the following day. The entrants can decide on a range of tools to develop their masterpieces including chisels, chainsaws, hot irons, blowtorches, knives and also drills. Each block of ice will be measured and also weighed before the competitors start working their magic on them to make sure that each will get similar essential materials to start with. NICA judges are going to be reviewing the work of the various participants using a pre determined set of criteria. These parameters include usage of ice, focus on detail, technical skill and creativity. There are many aspects that'll be evaluated within each parameter so the texture, effects, theme and also structural technique all will be crucial. The champs will be selected on the basis of the aggregation of the judges' views concerning their works.
The Venue - Titanic Museum
The Titanic Museum, that is the spot for the competition, is readily acknowledged as one of the biggest draws in Branson and with justification. This museum is filled with interesting specifics of the ill fated ship and also has some unique on- board experiences for tourists. For families with youngsters, there is a special 'Titanic for kids' tour which enables the vessel, its crew and its passengers come alive in an fascinating way.
Accommodations in Branson
The Falls Village, a bluegreen corporation vacation home is your very best option for lodging when you check out Branson during the NICA competition. The helpful staff will make sure that you feel perfectly at home here while the ambience and kids friendly resort layout is just the thing to help to make your family getaway perfect. Spread over 2 acres of greenery in the Ozark mountains, the Falls Village is the spot for a truly stimulating getaway.
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