activities · 9
what they do
direct service · 9
- Hosting Member Gatherings and Events Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsHosts regular general meetings, weekly gatherings at the clubhouse for members, and various other events such as mini car shows, parades, monthly tours, and cruise-ins, often including raffles and open to the public.
- Hosting Member and Public Events Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsThe club regularly schedules and hosts various events for members and the public, including mini car shows, parades, monthly tours, monthly cruise-ins with 50/50 drawings and raffle prizes, and general meetings at the clubhouse with refreshments. Weekly gatherings at the clubhouse sometimes involve maintenance or club projects.
- Hosting regular club meetings and gatherings Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsHolds general meetings at the PAAC building with refreshments, welcoming members and visitors. The club also hosts weekly gatherings for members at the clubhouse, which may involve maintenance, groundskeeping, or club projects.
- Organizing and hosting antique auto shows and related events Classic & Vintage Car EventsOrganizes and hosts the annual Watson Lake Car Show, Swap Meet, Car Corral, and Old Engine Fire-Up event, attracting over 6,000 visitors and featuring up to 200 show cars, trucks, and special interest vehicles. The club also organizes mini car shows, parades, monthly tours, monthly cruise-ins, and swap meets, including 50/50 drawings and raffle prizes.
- Organizing the Annual Watson Lake Car Show and Swap Meet Classic & Vintage Car EventsOrganizes an annual event that includes a car show featuring up to 200 antique, vintage, and special interest vehicles, a swap meet with approximately 150 vendor spaces, a Car Corral for vehicle sales, and an "Old Engine Fire-Up" display, attracting over 6,000 visitors.
- Organizing the Annual Watson Lake Car Show and Swap Meet Classic & Vintage Car EventsThe club organizes an annual event at Watson Lake that includes a car show featuring up to 200 antique, vintage, and special interest vehicles, a swap meet with approximately 150 vendor spaces, a Car Corral for vehicle sales, and an "Old Engine Fire-Up" area. The event attracts over 6,000 visitors and includes raffle prize drawings and awards approximately 40 handcrafted trophies.
- Preservation and Restoration of Antique Vehicles Heritage Streetcar and Transit Vehicle RestorationThe club preserves and promotes the enjoyment of antique machinery, engines, vehicles, vintage scooters, and motorcycles. Members engage in the acquisition, restoration, and exhibition of these vehicles, including specific projects like the restoration of a 1927 Star Touring Car and Bus 4 of Prescott Public Schools. The club also owns an iconic 1931 Seagrave Firetruck.
- Preserving and restoring antique vehicles Heritage Streetcar and Transit Vehicle RestorationPreserves and promotes the enjoyment of antique machinery, engines, vehicles, vintage scooters, and motorcycles. This includes the acquisition, restoration, and exhibition of antique, vintage, and special interest vehicles, such as the restoration of Bus 4 of Prescott Public Schools and a 1927 Star Touring Car.
- Promoting and Preserving Antique Vehicles Heritage Streetcar and Transit Vehicle RestorationPromotes the acquisition, restoration, preservation, and enjoyment of antique machinery, engines, vehicles, vintage scooters, and motorcycles, including undertaking restoration projects of historical vehicles.
strategies · 11
how they think
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- Digital communication to support member interaction member_communicationUses an online communication system to enable seamless interaction among members, enhancing coordination and community cohesion.
- Enhance member engagement through events and exhibitions member_engagement_through_automotive_heritageOrganizes car shows, parades, tours, cruise-ins, and other public events to strengthen member involvement and promote automotive heritage in a communal setting.
- Enhancing Member Interaction through Online Communication member_communicationThe organization utilizes an online communication system to facilitate interaction and engagement among its members.
- Facilitate automotive commerce and community through swap meets and parts exchanges swap_meet_parts_exchangeUses swap meets and parts exchanges as a dual-purpose mechanism to support vehicle restoration efforts and build community among enthusiasts through shared resources and interaction.
- Facilitating Automotive Commerce and Community through Swap Meets swap_meet_parts_exchangeThe organization uses a swap meet and parts exchange format to facilitate automotive-related commerce and foster community engagement among enthusiasts.
- Family-oriented preservation of antique mechanical equipment family-oriented preservationEngages families in the restoration, exhibition, and enjoyment of antique vehicles and mechanical equipment, believing that intergenerational participation strengthens community ties and ensures long-term preservation.
- Family-oriented preservation of antique mechanical equipment family-oriented preservationEngages families in the restoration, exhibition, and enjoyment of antique mechanical equipment to foster intergenerational appreciation and sustainable preservation.
- Member engagement through shared automotive heritage member_engagement_through_automotive_heritageStrengthens member involvement by organizing events centered on automotive restoration, exhibition, and communal activities that celebrate automotive history.
- Promoting Automotive Heritage through Family-Oriented Engagement family_oriented_preservationThe organization fosters the preservation and enjoyment of antique mechanical equipment by encouraging member engagement in vehicle restoration and exhibition, and by organizing family-oriented events.
- Support member communication via online systems member_communicationEmploys digital communication tools to maintain connectivity among members, enabling coordination, information sharing, and sustained engagement between in-person events.
- Swap meet and parts exchange model for community and commerce swap_meet_parts_exchangeFacilitates automotive-related commerce and community engagement through organized swap meets and parts exchanges, supporting vehicle restoration and member interaction.
named programs · 5
what they call their work
Car Corral
Area for individuals to display and sell their vehicles for $30, available all weekend during the Watson Lake Show.
Monthly Cruise-Ins and Tours
Regular club-hosted events including monthly cruise-ins, tours, and mini car shows throughout the Prescott region.
Old Engine Fire-Up
Demonstration area showcasing antique gas and steam engines and machinery, allowing public interaction with owners.
Swap Meet / Parts Exchange
Approximately 150 vendor spaces for selling automotive parts and items, held during the Watson Lake Show.
Watson Lake Car Show
Annual two-day event featuring up to 200 show cars, trucks, and special interest vehicles from 1914 to 2001, with handcrafted trophies and special classes for VWs and first responders.
relationships · 11
who they work with
- Calvary Chapel Partner — Hosts a classic car show in Camp Verde, AZ.
- City of Prescott Partner — Collaborates by linking to City of Prescott resources for Watson Lake Park information and tourism.
- Goodwill Industries Partner — Provides parking lot space for the Mustang Project Car Show in Prescott Valley, AZ.
- Haven Health Prescott Partner — Hosts a classic car show in Prescott, AZ.
- Mustang Project Car Show Partner — Hosts a car show in Prescott Valley, AZ.
- Orchard Ranch Resort Partner — Hosts a car show in Prescott Valley, AZ.
- Prescott Public Schools Partner — Restoring Bus 4 for Prescott Public Schools
- Sally B's Cafe Partner — Hosts a classic car show in Prescott Valley, AZ.
- Sharlot Hall Museum Partner — The restored 1927 Star Touring Car can be seen in the Transportation building at the museum.
- Sherwin - Williams Partner — Hosts a car show in Chino Valley, AZ.
- arizonacarshows.com Partner — Refers to arizonacarshows.com for more regional cruise and show information.