Summary - 2026 Locate Rodeo & Excavator Challenge

We are excited to host this year's Locate Rodeo & Excavator Challenge at Fleming College in Lindsay Ontario

AUGUST 20 & 21

Join Locate Professionals and Excavators from around the province for a fun day of competition!

CASH PRIZES! for First, Second and Third in each utility and the Excavator Challenge. Additional cash prizes for Ken Ritchie Memorial Locate Challenge (KRMLC).

Winners of each Utility Category will also win their accommodations to the 2026 International Locate Rodeo! (not including the Ken Ritchie Memorial Locate Challenge)

Competitor Registration Fee:

Locator: $175

Excavator: $125

Cancellations are permitted without penalty up to 48hrs prior.

Accommodations:

DAYS INN: 1-705-328-0100

reference ONTARIO REGIONAL COMMON GROUND ALLIANCE 2026

2 Queen Beds: Max occ. 4 - $189.00
1 Queen Bed: Max occ. 2 - $189.00
1 King Bed: Max occ. - 2 - $197.00
2 Queen Beds with seating and pullout couch: Max occ. 6 - $216.00

The Best Western: Email gm@bwkawarthalakes.com

reference ONTARIO REGIONAL COMMON GROUND ALLIANCE 2026

2 Queen Beds: Max occ. 4 - $220.49
1 Queen Bed: Max occ. 2 - $220.99
1 King Bed: Max occ. 2 - $224.99
1 King Bed w/kitchenette: Mac occ. 2 - $233.99
1 King Bed w/kitchenette and pull out sofa - $242.99

**Note once rooms are sold out, we can't guarantee additional inventory will be available

A credit card MUST be provided at the time of booking to hold your room/s. Debit or cash are accepted at the time of arrival. If paying by cash or debit, a $200 refundable deposit is required.