The Big Country Antique and Classic Auto Club shifted gear this year, and it proved to make it a fun summer for its memberships.
The club was revived a few years ago. They began weekly meetups at A&W, welcoming all makes, models, and vintage of cars, with the ethos of ‘run what ya brung.’
The Valley Cruisers have grown to about 50 members and become more active. They are also seeing younger members.
This season rather than the weekly Thursday night meetups, they began doing cruises. They would meet up and cruise to local establishments for dinner. They went everywhere from Bernie and the Boys to Asteroid, and the Sunny Spot, often calling ahead, not to overwhelm the businesses.
“It was great to spread it out around the community, and there was a great reception,” said member Shauna Jensen.
They would also cruise through the area campgrounds, which also proved popular. They were also active participants in local Mother’s and Father’s Day and birthday parades.
“Members enjoyed the change of pace,” said Jensen.
She says the club is already planning next year’s Boogie in the Badlands Car Show and are hoping to continue to meet Thursday evenings, so long as the weather cooperates.
The Valley Cruisers welcome anyone who wants to bring out their car, or even just check them out.