Tom Kamann from Oliver is amped up and ready to test out his new build on the drag track. Wine Country Racing Assn. season opener is Sunday, May 24. Photo: Dustin Cachola

If you’ve noticed that your favourite drag racer seems missing lately, go check the shop. Likely, your missing person is busy turning wrenches to finish up those last minute touches for the season opener for Wine Country Racing Association (WCRA) on Sunday.

Whether your buddy is refreshing an old engine, powering your long-standing favourite drag car, or finishing up a completely new build you soon get the chance to see the cars in action once again at the Osoyoos airport. For five weekends a year the airport is transformed into Richter Pass Motorplex, and plays host to a day full of side by side drag racing action.

The gates open at 9 a.m.Sunday. Any drivers interested in seeing what their machine can do are encouraged to show up and register early. Vehicles must pass through a safety technical inspection prior to racing.

Admission is $10 for those over 12, free for the little guys. (Children must be accompanied by an adult.) Time trials start at 11 a.m. The final elimination round starts at 1 p.m.

2015 race dates: May 24, June 7, June 21, September 27 and October 11