Story & Photos by Mark Girdauskas
The Aylmer Fair presented its 165th edition Friday August 12th to Sunday August 14th. It’s the oldest fair in District 13. The East Elgin Agricultural Society members and the community are proud of the fair's past, while at the same time looking forward.
Scott Lewis, Society President, is determined that they make each fair stronger. This year’s event was three days, rather than the four of past fairs. The goal is to make each day action-packed.
Scott Lewis, Society President, is determined that they make each fair stronger. This year’s event was three days, rather than the four of past fairs. The goal is to make each day action-packed.
I had opportunity to check out the sights and sounds of the Aylmer Fair Friday and Saturday.
The Canadian Cow Girls were a new attraction. The ladies of this elite rodeo-style precision drill team put on a great show with musical performances and fantastic stunts.
The Canadian Cow Girls were a new attraction. The ladies of this elite rodeo-style precision drill team put on a great show with musical performances and fantastic stunts.
The Mid-Way offered the allure of cotton candy and corn dogs. Campbell Amusements presented a good range of rides and events, busy but with short line-ups. The mood was one of smiles and excitement.
Horse-power was the centre of the action Saturday with tractor pulls, two-ramp races, figure eight races, and finally the demolition derby. The day also demonstrated a good share of Cow-power, and I was able to observe the Best in Class judging. Representatives from local farms competed, and the judging was tough.
The Aylmer summer fair is well worth attending. Community support for these events is important – local does matter.
Horse-power was the centre of the action Saturday with tractor pulls, two-ramp races, figure eight races, and finally the demolition derby. The day also demonstrated a good share of Cow-power, and I was able to observe the Best in Class judging. Representatives from local farms competed, and the judging was tough.
The Aylmer summer fair is well worth attending. Community support for these events is important – local does matter.
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