Schedule 2026-10-15 Thursday Night Thunder.pdf
SCCA TECH SHEET 2025.pdf

SUPPLEMENTAL REGULATIONS

Thursday Night Thunder Track Day 26-#5

Milwaukee Region SCCA

Oct 15th ,2026 – The Milwaukee Mile – West Allis, WI

Sanction Number: 26-TDRG-67xxx

https://www.scca.com/downloads/44505-scca-track-event-rules/download

This event is organized by the Milwaukee Region of Sports Car Club of America, Inc. (SCCA) and will be held under the 2026 SCCA Track Day Rules (TDR) except as amended by these Supplemental Regulations.

Purpose: These Track Day events are designed to be NON-COMPETITIVE opportunities for participants to learn first-hand from experienced instructors and to practice repeatedly, at safe non-racing speeds, the basic principles and skills upon which the sport of motor racing is based. Track Day events may be limited to the first 70 entries per event.
Registration Information and Entry Fees
1. ON-LINE REGISTRATION for this event is available. Please go to MotorSportReg and navigate to the calendar entries for this event:
2. https://msreg.com/TNT-26-10-15
3. All event and additional information is available at http://milwaukeetrackdays.com/ or https://scca-milwaukee.org/
4. Event Registrar:
  Daniel A. Gramza
  19705 Heron Pass
  Brookfield, WI. 53045
  daniel.gramza@att.net
  tel:414-688-7421
5. Important dates regarding entries for this event
  A late fee of $25.00 may be added to all entries entered/received after 11:59 PM on Wednesday Oct 7th, 2026
6. Returned/NSF checks and declined credit card numbers will be assessed as a $50.00 fee ($25 fee plus $25 late fee).
  A cancellation fee of $15.00 will be deducted from all refund notifications received after 11:59 PM on Wednesday Oct 7th, 2026
7. registration will be available until 3PM on Thursday, Oct 15th ,2026.
8. In the event of forecast of inclement weather, events will typically proceed as scheduled, unless lightning is happening in the area.
9. Entry fees for this event (SCCA Member / Non-member):

Description	SCCA Member	SCCA Non-Member
Whole event	$245	$275
Co-driver whole event	$245	$275

1. Milwaukee Region SCCA reserves the right to refuse any entry for any reason.
Participant Requirements
1. Drivers MUST possess a valid state driver's license.
2. All drivers 15-17 years of age must contact event officials before the event NO LATER THAN Oct 5th 2026 in order to submit a completed SCCA MS-L minor waiver (Form MS-L).
3. Current SCCA membership is required. Weekend memberships will be available at registration to be completed by Non-SCCA-Members.
4. All participants, including drivers, workers, crew members, and guests must sign the SCCA Release and Waiver of Liability, Assumption of Risk and Indemnity Agreement (Form # 9716).
5. Any driver found to have driven on course in any vehicle before having properly completed the waiver signing process or submitting a completed tech inspection form will be disqualified from the event with no refund of entry fee and will be removed from the premises.
6. Drivers and participants are responsible for conduct of all guests on site during the event.
7. Consumption of alcohol by any legal-age participant, guest, volunteer, or worker is prohibited until the last session of the day has concluded. Use of narcotics or other dangerous drugs is prohibited at all times. Violators will be removed from the premises.
8. All drivers may be required to work a flag station during one or more sessions when their run group is not on course as directed by the Chief Steward or Safety Steward.
Vehicles
1. ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST SUBMIT A TECH INSPECTION FORM FOR THEIR VEHICLE In order to receive a track access sticker for their vehicle. No sticker = no track time.
2. Any vehicle that is judged to be in an unsafe operating condition at any time during the event shall be prohibited from further participation until the deficiency is corrected and re-inspected by tech inspection personnel.
3. Any vehicle may be randomly inspected at any time during the event at the organizer’s discretion.
4. All loose items must be removed from the outside and inside of the vehicle.
5. All cameras or recording devices must be securely mounted / tethered.
6. All vehicles must provide factory original (or better) seats that are securely mounted, seatbelts (SFI or FIA rated are recommended), and roll-over protection for both driver and in-car instructor (if used).
7. Hardtop and targa top vehicles are allowed.
8. Convertible vehicles operating with the factory roll-over protection system are allowed. Other convertibles not equipped with a factory roll-over protection system should be equipped with either a factory hardtop or a 4-point roll bar.
9. Vehicles that are in compliance with SCCA road race [Sports prototype racers and formula cars excluded], solo, rally or time trial rules are allowed.
10. Drivers of open-top vehicles should use arm restraints or run with the top up.
11. Drivers of open-wheel cars must contact the event organizers for permission to participate.
Driver Safety Equipment
1. While on course, all participants shall wear a safety helmet meeting Snell SA2015 / M2015 or later specifications. SCCA Track Day events will allow SA2010 helmets through the 2026 season
2. All drivers in open, convertible, targa, or T-top cars running with the roof panels removed must wear suitable eye protection, i.e., goggles, bubble shield, or face shield on full-face helmets.
3. Refer to the SCCA Trackday rules regarding allowed convertibles that require rollover ratings. See link to the associated SCCA rules near the top of these supplemental regulations.
Event Conduct
1. Maximum speed is determined by the driver however, in the event of unplanned or unforeseen track conditions, speed limits MAY be determined by the chief instructor. The speed limits may be raised or lowered based on the conditions and the recommendation of the chief steward, chief instructor and/or safety steward.
2. Track Day driver groupings will be assigned prior to the event and will be based on completion of the Experience Level section of the Entry Form.
3. An instructor shall be available to each participant in a Track Day run group.
4. An instructor shall ride with a designated Track Day Novice/student until the Chief Instructor authorizes the student to drive alone.
5. Passing will only be allowed in those sessions designated as passing sessions by the Chief Instructor. Passing will be allowed only in designated passing zones. All passes can only be made after the car to be overtaken has acknowledged the presence of the overtaking car and signaled on which side the pass is to be made by a hand signal (point-by). Use of a turn signal is not considered a valid means of signaling unless the lead vehicle is a hand-controls vehicle.
6. Any driver who spins or leaves the course with all four wheels off course must return immediately to the pits and may not return to the course until authorized by the Chief Steward or Safety Steward. A vehicle re-inspection by the Chief Technical Inspector or Safety Steward may also be required prior to returning to the course.
7. If a vehicle has become inoperable or stuck in a run-off area, the session will be stopped until the vehicle is removed.
8. The only passengers allowed in any vehicle on course during any Track Day session are the instructors which are approved for that event. No other persons may ride along in any capacity. Violation will result in removal from the event. Participants may ride as passengers in instructor vehicles.
9. Passengers other than instructors may be allowed at the organizer’s discretion.
10. The following flags and their meanings shall be explained at the driver’s meeting and used at this event:

Pits, Grid, & Paddock
1. As per SCCA General Competition Rules, the hot pits shall be defined as the area between the chain-link fence and the concrete trackside wall.
2. The entire track property is considered paddock. Rules will be enforced accordingly for all participants, which include crew and guests. Access to certain portions of the track property will be limited or prohibited.
3. No paddocking or parking allowed on access road(s). It may be necessary to limit support vehicles in the paddock. Car trailers are to be moved if so directed by event officials. Any vehicle or trailer parked in violation of the event official's instructions may be towed away.
4. A SLOW, SAFE AND PRUDENT speed limit in the paddock will be observed and enforced. In general: Paddock speed is <15mph. and pit lane speed is <40mph
5. Proper credentials, closed-toe shoes and shirts are required in the pits, grid, and false grid areas.
6. Smoking is prohibited in the pits, grid and false grid areas.
7. No person shall ride on the bodywork of participating cars, tow cars, or on trailers.
8. Drivers will be informed at driver’s meeting if there are any unstaffed corners.
9. All trash must be placed in provided receptacles. All detached tires MUST be removed from the track property at conclusion of the event.
10. On-site fuel or fueling pumps will not be available. Entrants are strongly encouraged to fuel their vehicles prior to arriving at event.
11. Caution should be used when refueling in the paddock.
Sound Control
1. Maximum sound reading allowed per TTR is 100 dB measured at 50ft distance.
Event Insurance
1. Overall liability coverage for the event is $15 million. SCCA Member medical coverage is up to $1,000,000 per person; non-SCCA member medical coverage is $30,000 per person.
2. National SCCA, the Milwaukee Region, and The Milwaukee Mile are not responsible for any damage to personal vehicles or other personal items. Event insurance does not provide coverage for damage to participant vehicles.

Organizer’s Contact: Milwaukee Region SCCA, c/o Rob Bedelis, W233 County Road S, Hartford, WI 53027.
Phone: (262) 573-7375 Email: lugnuts@execpc.com.

OFFICIALS:                          TE/TT Event Lead: Rob Bedelis
Novice Coach: Justin Gaver
TE/TT Technical Inspector:                          Garth Van Deslunt
TE/TT Safety Steward:                                    Paul Hoff

Milwaukee Mile Speedway Regulations:

Minors, pets, pit vehicles – All minors must be under the direct supervision and accompanied by their parent(s) or acting guardian(s) AT ALL TIMES. No pets are allowed at the Speedway without the express written consent of The Milwaukee Mile. Unlicensed motorcycles, mini-bikes, motor scooters, mopeds, ATV’s, golf carts, etc. are only allowed on The Milwaukee Mile infield. Licensed drivers age 16 and above are the only Club support members allowed to use or operate Club support vehicles.
Camping – Limited tent and motorhome camping is available. Some electrical hookups are available but no sewer or water hookups. Reservations should be made through the RV Park. Camping permits must be displayed at all times as well as electric cord tags. No fireworks or external sound systems are allowed at any time. No open flames or fires are permitted; however contained barbecues and camping stoves are permitted.
The Milwaukee Mile reserves the right to amend or modify these Supplemental Regulations at any time without notice. Persons who violate these rules will be subject to removal without refund or recourse.