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Warren Fair 2016 - Pie eating contests

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The 2016 Warren Agricultural Fair was hot and dusty. And hot. So hot.

But still wonderful. It was great to see so many people enjoying all the different events. The kids, especially, seemed to be having a marvelous time.

The photos feature the Warren Agricultural Society, Markstay-Warren Fire Department, MPP John Vanthof and many other individuals that competed and participated in the three day event. Due to the sheer number of photos, we've had to break them up into three separate posts: horse events, games and small livestock events and pie eating contests. If you are looking for any additional photos, please don't hesitate to contact us - there are many that didn't make it into the posts.  Enjoy!

Use of these photos is as follows:

  • Personal use (social media, family, non-profits) - feel free to use images online but please give credit to Blue Rain (our website and/or Facebook page) and let us know where you are posting the pictures
  • Larger images, prints and all other uses - please contact info@bluerain.ca prior to using our images for any purpose other than personal use. We love sharing but we want to do it the right way. If you have any questions, please let us know.
  • Please do not remove our watermark or make any changes to the image. Thanks for your cooperation!

Warren Fair 2016 - Games and livestock events

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The 2016 Warren Agricultural Fair was hot and dusty. And hot. So hot.

But still wonderful. It was great to see so many people enjoying all the different events. The kids, especially, seemed to be having a marvelous time.

These photos feature the Warren Agricultural Society, MPP John Vanthof and many other individuals that competed and participated in the three day event. Due to the sheer number of photos, we've had to break them up into three separate posts: horse events, games and small livestock events and pie eating contests. If you are looking for any additional photos, please don't hesitate to contact us - there are many that didn't make it into the posts.  Enjoy!

Use of these photos is as follows:

  • Personal use (social media, family, non-profits) - feel free to use images online but please give credit to Blue Rain (our website and/or Facebook page) and let us know where you are posting the pictures
  • Larger images, prints and all other uses - please contact info@bluerain.ca prior to using our images for any purpose other than personal use. We love sharing but we want to do it the right way. If you have any questions, please let us know.
  • Please do not remove our watermark or make any changes to the image. Thanks for your cooperation!

Warren Fair 2016 - Horse events

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The 2016 Warren Agricultural Fair was hot and dusty. And hot. So hot.

But still wonderful. It was great to see so many people enjoying all the different events. The kids, especially, seemed to be having a marvelous time.

These photos feature the Sudbury Therapeutic Riding Program, Warren Horse Club, Warren Agricultural Society, Markstay-Warren Fire Department, MPP John Vanthof and many other individuals that competed and participated in the three day event. Due to the sheer number of photos, we've had to break them up into three separate posts: horse events, games and small livestock events and pie eating contests. If you are looking for any additional photos, please don't hesitate to contact us - there are many that didn't make it into the posts.  Enjoy!

Use of these photos is as follows:

  • Personal use (social media, family, non-profits) - feel free to use images online but please give credit to Blue Rain (our website and/or Facebook page) and let us know where you are posting the pictures
  • Larger images, prints and all other uses - please contact info@bluerain.ca prior to using our images for any purpose other than personal use. We love sharing but we want to do it the right way. If you have any questions, please let us know.
  • Please do not remove our watermark or make any changes to the image. Thanks for your cooperation!
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Last days of school

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Having written this a few weeks ago, it was unexpected that the day it was posted, our local firefighters would be out on the job, working hard to put out several forest fires in the area.  While the post shows the lighter side of their duties, the work of firefighters is incredibly serious and can be dangerous. They have our many thanks for the work they do. Stay safe!

Do you remember those last few weeks of school before the summer holiday? Slow days looking out the window, longing to be outdoors instead of cooped up inside, dreaming of all the wonderful things to do during the summer.  A heat wave always rolled in, a drowsy warmth that made even the bees and flies drift lethargically. 

Wouldn't you have loved to spend an afternoon cooling off in the water spray pouring over the local ball field by the town's fire department? It's a tradition here in the north (at least in this town) - all the elementary schools get a turn in late June. 

The children squeal, run and laugh, taunting the firefighters, reveling in the cool water.  The field becomes waterlogged and turns into the world's largest slip and slide. A perfect summer afternoon.

Warren Agricultural Fair

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Agricultural fairs have been around for decades but I only became aware of them after moving to the north.  These fairs are vitally important not only to the local community but also to Canadians in general. They knit people and communities closer together, promote farming culture and generate income for individuals and the community as a whole.

Most important, in my opinion, is the opportunity and experience it provides for children, who can participate at all ages. From the toddler visiting the petting areas to the teenager competing in a livestock show, the benefits are innumerable - from the simple to the lifelong. Spending time outdoors, learning about animals of all shapes and sizes, discovering the farming lifestyle, participating in competitions, developing leadership skills, making new friends and much more.

While there are many competitive events at the fair that are fun to watch, there are also many other events to enjoy - pie eating contests, baking, craft and photography competitions, horticulture exhibits, live entertainment, good food, baseball tournaments and sometimes even carnival rides and games

Be sure to visit your local agricultural fair this summer and support your local farmers. The fair in Warren will be held this weekend - June 17-19, 2016 at the Warren fairgrounds. For more information, visit the Warren Agricultural Society Facebook page or the fair website.

The New House - Laying the foundation

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The foundations of the house and garage have been laid! It's so exciting when a new house begins to take shape.

Photo credit for these images goes to my father Gary and sister Lillian - I missed out on this stage of the build. Enjoy!

Main Street Fair

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Be sure to stop by the Markstay Main Street Fair this weekend. The community comes together to put on a great event - numerous vendors selling goods, a community garage sale, performers, children's activities and the annual lucky duck race. The fire department is always a great hit, as well.

For more info, check out their Facebook page. Below are some images from previous years.