Upstate Watercraft Promotions, in conjunction with the Syracuse Convention & Visitors Bureau are pleased to announce that the City of Syracuse will be the host site of the 2008 Toyota US Open of Watercross; May 31 June 1, 2008. The Toyota US Open of Watercross is expected to draw one of the largest gatherings of competitors in the country; participants are expected to travel from all over the country in pursuit of the champion title and a cash purse of over $10,000 dollars. The Toyota US Open is probably personal watertcraft racings most prestigious event and winning here means earning a place in watercross history. The Toyota US Open of Watercross will be held on the northern-end of Onondaga Lake in Syracuse NY this lake has not been without its controversy. Once considered a dead lake, Onondaga Lake is a water success story Onondaga Lake now hosts high school crew team practice and Pro Bass fishermen competitions. Any questions about the water quality can be directed to: Jon Cooley, Onondaga County Parks Department PO Box 146 Liverpool NY 13088 (315) 451-7275 ext. 107 JonCooley@ongov.net
