STIHL TIMBERSPORTS Series Coming to Utah
PRESS RELEASE
World's Finest Lumberjacks to Compete at Thanksgiving Point
Salt Lake City - The STIHL TIMBERSPORTS Series is the premier lumberjack sports event in the United States and will be coming to Utah County June 6-7, 2008. The two day event will be held at Thanksgiving Point in Lehi, with an estimated economic impact on the local economy of $1.5 million.
"STIHL and ESPN are always looking for unique and exciting venues to play host to our competition, and we believe we have found one in Lehi, Utah at Thanksgiving Point," said Roger Phelps, Promotional Communications Manager, STIHL Inc. "The natural beauty, logistic support, and overall enthusiasm of the people here in Utah make this an ideal location, and we are looking forward to bringing the STIHL TIMBERSPORTS Series and the very best in lumberjack sports to the Utah fans."
ESPN2 will broadcast eight 30 minute programs of this event to millions of households worldwide worth hundreds of thousands of dollars in media exposure to the State of Utah and Utah County.
"Nationally televised sporting events like the STIHL TIMBERSPORTS Series are key components of the State of Utah's promotional strategy," said Jeff Robbins, president & CEO of the Utah Sports Commission. "We look forward to sharing our state's natural beauty with the millions of national and international viewers of this event."
Since 1985 STIHL Inc. has been proud to present the STIHL TIMBERSPORTS Series. From its humble beginning at lumberjack shows around the country to its present high-tech production, STIHL Inc. has delivered excitement and interest to tens of millions of viewers worldwide.
"Utah Valley is honored to host the STIHL TIMBERSPORTS Series showcasing Utah Valley's incredible facilities at Thanksgiving Point," said Joel Racker, president & CEO of the Utah Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau. "The spectator friendly event will provide positive economic impact for hospitality businesses throughout northern Utah County and will help confirm Utah Valley's reputation as a 'sporting events friendly' destination."
There will be demonstrations set-up for spectators and members of the media to take a stab at the different events along with access to STIHL TIMBERSPORTS Series athletes for pre-event promotions including a "children's day" experience. STIHL will also donate product and power tools to be used in raffles, giveaways, or donations.
"We're thrilled to be selected as the venue for an event as prestigious and exciting as the STIHL TIMBERSPORTS Series," said Adam Petersen, Chief Marketing Officer at Thanksgiving Point, "It's a perfect extension of what Thanksgiving Point is most focused on, providing guests with one-of-a-kind experiences."
