Alexandria College partners with industry leaders for a unique learning opportunity and an exciting raffle opportunity.

Nov 22, 2024 | 1:10 PM
Alexandria Technical and Community College partnered with Lund Boats of New York Mills, Johnson Outdoors, and Ray’s Sport and Marine of Alexandria. The partnership resulted in a hands-on learning opportunity for the college's Marine, Motorcycle, and Powersports Technician program students and a fully outfitted Lund 1775 Adventure boat package – now the centerpiece of a special raffle.

Thanks to the leadership of Jesse Hanish, Director of Sales and Customer Service at Lund Boats, Alexandria College's Powersports program received a 2025 Lund 1775 Adventure fully loaded with all the boat and trailer options, including a 115 Mercury outboard engine. Chad Rau from Johnson Outdoors donated top-tier equipment, including an onboard battery charger, a fish-locating graph, and a bow-mounted trolling motor.

The students took a class trip to tour the Lund plant, where they also took delivery of the boat. Throughout the fall semester, students worked on the Lund as part of a comprehensive class project providing valuable real-world experience. They conducted a pre-delivery inspection, installed the motor and all the electronics, and lake-tested the boat. They even performed performance tests using different propellers, making this partnership a prime example of hands-on, career-focused education.

“This collaboration provided an incredible learning opportunity for our students, preparing them for careers in the powersports and marine industries,” said Mike Pierskalla, Powersports program instructor. “It’s partnerships like these that set Alexandria College apart.”

The Lund 1775 Adventure Sport and trailer, valued at more than $36,000, with the addition of the Mercury 115hp Outboard and electronics, increase the total package value to around $55,000. The boat and accessories package is the grand prize in a raffle organized by the Alexandria Technical & Community College Foundation. Proceeds from the raffle will directly support and enhance the college’s athletic programs.

Raffle Details

  • Ticket Sales Dates: Now through December 6, 2024
  • Ticket Price: $50 per ticket
  • Drawing: Monday, December 16, 2024, at 1:00 PM (ATCC Foundation, 318 17th Ave East, Alexandria, Minn.)
  • How to Purchase Tickets: Tickets are available at the Alexandria College Welcome Center and the ATCC Foundation Office.

Prizes:

  • Grand Prize: 2025 Lund 1775 Adventure Sport and Roller Trailer – Value $36,000+, the Mercury 115hp Outboard and electronics increase the total package value to $55,000+
  • Otter XT Cottage X-Over Shelter Fish House – Value $775
  • Verve Low Step Trek Bike (redeemable gift certificate at Jake’s Bikes) – Value $800
  • $500 Scheels Gift Card – Value $500
  • Green Mountain Grills Ledge Prime 2.0 WiFi Smoker/Grill – Value $999

“This is not just a chance to win incredible prizes, it’s a unique opportunity to support Alexandria College’s growing athletic programs,” said Jeff Wild, VP of Advancement and Outreach and Executive Director of the ATCC Foundation. “We’re incredibly grateful for the industry leaders and donors who made this project possible, and to our community for their support of Legends athletics.”

The raffle is open to the public, so everyone has a chance to win these fantastic prizes while supporting Alexandria College’s athletic programs. To purchase tickets, visit the Alexandria College Welcome Center or the ATCC Foundation Office. Tickets are $50 each and are available until December 6, 2024.

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