The 12th Annual Garretson Tractor Ride will be held next week Friday, August 11. Organizer Loren Konda told the Gazette that this tour is going to travel north to Highland Lutheran Church by Sherman before heading south to Brandon, SD.
This will allow those who cannot ride for the full day get in on part of it, Konda pointed out. Riders will have the option to stop or start at Kibble Equipment after lunch.
“We’ll gather at Kibble Equipment here in Garretson before we get going,” he said. “Tractor registration is at 8 a.m. and we should be ready to set out at 9 a.m.”
Pre-registration is important, as the lunch is being donated.
“Our lunch is being graciously donated, so everybody who wants to ride will need to contact me so we know how much food to make,” Konda said.
Any shape, size, age and color of tractor is welcome (except dual wheels). Tractors must be able to safely travel at 12 mph and be equipped with a slow-moving vehicle tag. Riders can be on the back of the tractor only on a properly mounted seat and all drivers must have a legal driver’s license and are responsible for their own insurance. Absolutely no alcohol is allowed during the ride. There is no cost to join, but a free will donation to help cover the cost of supplies for the ride is encouraged.
To register, call Loren Konda at (605) 360-0372.
