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Kathleen 'Trinka' Russell to serve as Honorary Chairperson of the Accessible Racing Challenge: New Hampshire Lakes & Mountain Region Friday, June 26

New Hampshire, May 29, 2009 - Thousands of motorsports fans will learn about Accessible Racing & The VXP driving simulator powered by iRacing.com software designed to allow disabled drivers to virtually compete on-line in the VXP challenge for the chance to drive an accessible racecar in the real world; Disabled Vets, NASCAR Drivers, and Media will all have different reasons to participate - Accessible Racing, a nonprofit that enhances the lives of newly injured persons and qualifies active disabled athletes to virtually test drive and train at any time. Internet based simulated racing competition provides an opportunity to hone driving skills, compete world wide against other hand control drivers, in addition to emphasizing multiple occupational and recreational benefits. Some may dream of driving the racecar, while others simply want the freedom to drive to the corner store for a loaf of bread, pick up the kids from soccer practice or go the prom.

Magic in the Mountains is designed to help one improve driving skills and to learn about car dynamics. The school's dual purpose is to prepare students for White Mountain Motor Sports Park oval track driving experience and to teach skills useful in everyday driving situations. The school is held in a large parking lot at 60 Loon Mountain Rd, Lincoln NH, using plastic pylons, to provide a safe learning environment for these low to moderate speed maneuvers. The day begins with a "chalk talk", where our expert instructors explain about vehicle dynamics, the techniques students will be taught, and summarize the exercises for the day. Students will spend time on our skid pad and figure eight course, learning about understeer, oversteer, steering with the throttle, secondary effects, "the line", and power-slides. These basic building blocks are key to learning how to bring you car under control, when the unexpected happens.

Accessible Racing will kick off this years Challenge, with the World's only stock car driving experience for persons with disabilities. 'Magic in the Mountains' is Friday, June 26 at Loon Mountain and White Mountain Motorsports Park. New England Disabled Sports and Loon Mountain host this high-energy event will feature a Celebrity Driving Challenge,” where teams composed of top American Canadian Tour racecar drivers and disabled participants will learn the fine art of driving by applying class room knowledge to real world driving under the close supervision of an experienced instructor in the passenger seat evaluating base line driving skills. Gala guests will team up with New England Hall of Fame Drivers and past champions such as "Dynamite" Dave Dion and Harold "Hard Luck" Hanaford. Surprise guest may include BMW Car Club of America national accredited driving instructors Dick Cadieux & Ed Valpey.

Friday VXP drivers attempt to qualify for the opportunity to Drive a Parade lap for American Canadian Tour feature event Saturday night. A panel of celebrity judges, including Drive Master President Peter Ruprecht, Dave Baskin-Founder and Director of National Rifle Association Disabled Shooting Services, Lauren Davidson-Double silver medalist & World Record Holder in 400 m freestyle, New England Disabled Sports Director Rob Mueller and Loon Mountain Marketing Director Stacy Lopes. Saturday, Accessible Racing VETS and persons with disabilities will be enjoy a Beach Party and Water Skiing on Squam Lake prior to White Mountain Motorsports Park short track shootout featuring the American Canadian Tour Cars & Stars.

Hospitality will include Stoppe's Beach Party & Water Skiing on Squam Lake for disabled guest, BBQ, followed by American Canadian Tour finale at White Mountain Motorsports Park under the lights. ACT Cars and Stars will be led by Accessible Racing instructor and Young Gun Joey Pole (Polewarczyk) and wily veteran competitors such as NASCAR's prestigious Don Mactavish award winner-Brent Dragon.

"Accessible Racing is thrilled to be returning to White Mountain Motorsports Park for the second season, and we hope that it will be our most successful one yet," says Brian Hanaford co founder of owner of Accessible Racing. Accessible Racing knows White Mountain Motorsports Park can TRANSFORM you if you dare to believe that there is "Magic in the Mountains" in support of opportunities far and beyond the boundries of any speedway. 'Magic in the Mountain's is especially grateful to welcome Trinka Russel as Honorary Chairperson. Through her passion, she has supported legislation for the right reason, at the right time and inspired ALL get involved with causes, mentors and leaders themselves.

”Accessible Racing 501 (C) (3) organization funded by donations and a percentage of sales of VXP driving simulator. Accessible Racing will benefit any business, in any industry, with any advertising budget. Magic in the Mountain will have a worldwide impact on people with disabilities. To register to drive or information on VXP driving simulator visit www.accessibleracing.com

Space is limited – If you would like to send someone to cover this event please contact Brian 603-726-6477