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Abbotsford News Tuesday, July 31, 2012

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President’s message Welcome to the best little country fair! On behalf of the board of directors of Abbotsford Agrifair, it is my great pleasure to welcome you to – where pigs fly! With our theme this year, we are recognizing SILVERI Abbotsford International Airshow’s 50th anniversary. Agrifair is a long-standing community tradition and we continue to be part of Abbotsford’s family summer activities. Thank you to the City of Abbotsford, BC Gaming, our sponsors and volunteers who help create this five-day event that bridges the gap between “urbanites” and “ruralites.” Agrifair’s board of directors’ goal remains the same: to produce an event that surpasses the expectations and satisfies the diverse interests of the public with affordable fun for the whole family! I extend a warm welcome to all exhibitors from around the province and country. It will be a great time had by all! A special thank you to 4-H, without which Agrifair would not be able to diversely present the importance of agriculture to our community, neighbours and visitors. Your participation with displays and competitions are not only educational but are thoroughly enjoyable to watch! Don’t forget to put your creative cowboy hat on and decorate your stalls to promote our theme! What fun you will have. Thank you for being part of Abbotsford Agrifair 2012.

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The Mighty Fraser Pro Rodeo returns to Abbotsford as part of the 102nd Agrifair celebration taking place August 2-6.

Your guide to Agrifair Once again, the Abbotsford News is proud to present the ofﬁcial guide to Abbotsford Agrifair, 20 pages of information, photos, and schedules to help make your visit to the “best little country fair” even more enjoyable. This year, Agrifair is celebrating 102 years of providing country-style family fun. In partnership with the 50th anniversary of the Abbotsford Airshow, the slogan for this year’s fair is “where pigs ﬂy!” This year’s event features a full lineup of great local entertainment, a trade show, plenty of 4-H events, lots of kids’ activities, midway rides and games, stunt bikes and so much more. The Mighty Fraser Pro Rodeo, always a huge crowd pleaser, returns with some of North America’s best cowboys and cowgirls vying for top prize money. From bareback riding to bulls, there’s always plenty to cheer about. The Lord Strathcona Mounted Troop will be back to perform and organizers of the annual Abbyfest celebration are plan-

ning a major event to bring a multicultural ﬂavor to the fair. “The Abbotsford News is proud to be the ofﬁcial media partner with Agrifair once again,” said publisher Andrew Franklin. “This is a great event for the community which both celebrates our agricultural roots and provides an opportunity for families to enjoy an old-fashioned country fair. Agrifair relies on a dedicated board and hundreds of volunteers to become a success and the News is honoured to play a small part in this century-old tradition.” Agrifair runs from Aug. 2-6 and admission is $10 for adults and $8 for students and seniors. Preschoolers are admitted free. Rodeo admission is an extra $5. Take a look through this 20-page guide to learn about all of the events, dates and times so you can plan out your adventure ahead of time. For full coverage on Agrifair, visit abbynews.com.

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Welcome to the show It’s that time of year again; the start of the 2012 Abbotsford Agrifair! Attracting over 36,000 visitors each year, Agrifair has been an important part of community life in the Fraser Valley for over one hundred years. It offers a wonderful opportunity to help bridge the gap between city dwellers and the people living in B.C.’s rural communities. To honour the Abbotsford Airshow’s 50th anniversary, this year’s Agrifair theme is “where pigs McRAE fly.” It’s probably a bunch of hogwash but I’ve heard rumours that the Agrifair’s mascot, Penny the Pig, can fly. That wouldn’t surprise me, because I know that she likes to ham it up and hog all of the attention. You’ll have to keep an eye out for her at the fair to find out for yourself. Abbotsford calls itself “the Agricultural Capital of Canada” for good reason. The farms and agri-businesses in this community contribute over

$1.8 billion toward the local economy. The area is home to over 1,200 farms with the vast majority being family owned and operated. Earlier this year, the Province launched a new Agrifoods Strategy as part of the B.C. Jobs Plan. This five-year strategy builds on our worldwide reputation for producing innovative, safe, high quality and great-tasting foods. The strategy focuses on our strengths, and maximizes the benefits and opportunities for B.C. farmers and communities like Abbotsford where agriculture supports one in every five jobs. A trip to Agrifair can serve as the inspiration for young people to make a future in agriculture. Stop and say hello to the 4-H members at the fair and share their enthusiasm and pride as they show you their latest projects and successes. They are our next generation of farmers.

On behalf of the Province of B.C., I’d like to give a sincere thanks to all the people who help make Abbotsford Agrifair happen each year. It’s their dedication, hard work and commitment to the promotion and showcasing of B.C.’s agriculture industry that makes this fair what it is today. So take a walk through the fairgrounds and let your senses absorb the tastes and smells of B.C.’s bounty. Visit the exhibits, talk to the producers and learn more about where your food comes from. Enjoy a wonderful day with your family and friends; and share in the fun at “the best little country fair!” Sincerely, Don McRae Minister of Agriculture

A message from the mayor dents and visitors the opportunity to celebrate our rich farming history and also promote and educate the importance of agriculture in our community. Without your dedication, Abbotsford Agrifair would not be the success it is. Our city is proud to be the home of 2012 Abbotsford Agrifair and I extend a warm welcome to all the exhibitors from around the province and country. I encourage you and your families to not only enjoy all the fair has to offer this year, but also

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As Mayor of Abbotsford, and on behalf of the Abbotsford City Council, I am pleased to welcome you to our City in the Country and to the 102nd Abbotsford Agrifair and Mighty Fraser Rodeo… where pigs ﬂy, in recognition of the Abbotsford International Airshow 50th Anniversary. Thanks to each of you for contributing to the Abbotsford Agrifair. It is because of your participation that this year’s fair will be outstanding. Festivals like the Abbotsford Agrifair give resi-

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the City of Abbotsford because there is so much more to our City - whether it is our historic downtown shopping area, wonderful parks, nature trails, The Reach or our recreational facilities. I trust you will get a warm welcome wherever you go. Best wishes to all the exhibitors. Yours truly, Bruce Banman Mayor

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Ride with West Coast Amusements Once again West Coast Amusements will bring a whack of rides for all ages – fun for everyone! And along with great rides are great prices. Thursday is $2 ride night. If you miss Thursday, then Monday is combo day – when you can buy your gate admission and all-day ride ticket for $24. Can you hear the screams of joy coming from your family and your wallet? This deal is only available at the gate. West Coast Amusements is not like your regular carnival troupe. The company is dedicated to being one of the country’s leading travelling amusement companies. West Coast Amusements is a Canadian company with ofﬁces and winter quarters in Langley. Company presidents Bingo and Jackie Hauser have lived in Langley for more than 50 years. They specialize in supplying amusement equipment to provide safe, clean, family fun at a wide variety of fairs, exhibitions, rodeos, special events and other promotional activities. They employ approximately 350 people

every year, and have four individual units that travel all over Western Canada and Washington State. West Coast Amusements was founded in 1962 by Bingo Hauser, who has been in show business since the mid 1940s. Raised and educated in Brandon, Manitoba, Hauser started travelling with carnivals at a very early age, and became well versed in the business by operating a number of rides and concessions. When he ﬁrst went out on his own, Bingo started an animal show, which is where the lion in the WCA logo comes from. Bingo eventually sold the animals to zoos, bought a merry-go-round, and gradually built West Coast Amusements into the major midway operation it is today. Rides to check out at Agrifair will include: Super Shot, Fireball Zipper, Cliff Hanger, Tilt a Whirl, Scooters, Hurricane, Spider, Ferris Wheel, Sizzler, Ghost Party, Dragon Wagon, Raiders, Coaster, Puppie Roll (new), Berry Go Round, Bulgy the Whale and the Crystal Palace Mirror House.

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Bo and Mia Joiner enjoy the “Bulgery” ride at a past Agrifair Midway. West Coast Amusements is offering promotional pricing on the Thursday and Monday evenings of the ﬁve-day fair.

A fun day of career exploration, JobFest at Agrifair Agrifair offers a unique chance for fairgoers to celebrate the amazing career opportunities for young people in B.C. with Jobfest. Created through the provincial Ministry of Jobs, Tourism and Innovation, the goal of JobFest is to engage with and excite youth,

while delivering labour market information and showcasing six career exploration tools developed by the ministry. Visitors will be introduced to career options through face-to-face discussions with event presenters, guest speakers, the careers tools, interactive games and other

career-related information. Live rock bands and performers and both local and headliners acts will provide entertainment on stage throughout the day. Visitors will also receive JobFest giveaways. JobFest will be open Friday, Aug. 3 from noon to 9 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday,

Aug. 3 and 4 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday’s guest speakers will include Dan Stefanson, executive director of Tourism Abbotsford/ Tradex at 1 p.m.; Ryan Walter, president of the Abbotsford Heat hockey team at 4:30 p.m.; and Abbotsford Police Deputy Chief Rick Lucy at 6:45 p.m.

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Tough enough to wear pink Mighty Fraser Pro Rodeo supports Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation

boys who had been facing grim prospects can now travel and make a living by rodeo alone. Agrifair is proud to have this sport and education available to its community. There will be three new aspects to the Agrifair rodeo: Firstly, the seating in the rodeo stadium has all been redone – no more splinters in the backside! This is thanks to a partnership among the City of Abbotsford, Fortis BC, Philps Specialty Services, Mainland Sand & Gravel, Blackwood Building Supplies, Crosby Construction, and the many, many volunteers. However, with upgrades there is always a ﬂip side – to enjoy the comforts of this seating will see you spend $5 per person, 12 years and under will be free. Secondly, there will be beer service available while you enjoy the rodeo performances, and, thirdly, organizers will be offering “super cool” prizes to be won during each performance – don’t lose your entry ticket! The Mighty Fraser Pro Rodeo is one of the main attractions at Agrifair, and it brings professional cowboys from Australia, South America and across North America to compete for cash and a chance to qualify for their sport’s marquee events. Are you tough enough to wear pink at a rodeo? On Friday at the Mighty Fraser Pro Rodeo, Tough Enough To Wear Pink jelly bands will be available by donation with proceeds going to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. Rodeo occupies a unique position in modern sports, having developed from an American culture that is rapidly changing. Rodeo is a window into the past, but at the same time it is a unique modern sport with an exciting and interesting atmosphere. Agrifair has cowgirls and cowboys from across the globe, including Australia, Brazil and New Zealand. They come looking to score the coveted high points that will carry them on to the rodeo ﬁnal events in Edmonton and Las Vegas. There is the utmost respect for both the rider and the animal. Rodeo is a sport and a history lesson, performed with respect to our past. With the disappearing lifestyle of the western frontier, the popularity of rodeo has grown, and rodeos have spread across the continent. Cow-

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NEVER WEAR YELLOW IN THE ARENA This superstition could be contributed to the fact that yellow is not a very popular colour. More likely it’s because yellow is associated with cowardice, so you won’t see too much yellow in the arena.

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WEAR DIFFERENT COLOURED SOCKS ON EACH FOOT – Other sports have similar superstitions to this one.

ALWAYS SHAVE BEFORE A PERFORMANCE – Always clean yourself up for lady luck.

NEVER READ YOUR HOROSCOPE ON COMPETITION DAY – This superstition obviously has something to do with tempting your luck.

DON’T EAT PEANUTS OR POPCORN – Eating this small and dried food can cause you to choke.

NEVER KICK A PAPER CUP AT A RODEO – Paper cups have a tendency to spook horses as they blow (or are kicked) around. This can lead to some pretty bad results.

SADDLE BRONC RIDERS SHOULD MOUNT RIGHT FOOT FIRST – This may go back to the Middle Ages, and is a direct link to the modern cowboy from the knight of Medieval Europe, passed from Spanish knights called Caballeros on to the Vaquero and then the cowboy. The theory goes that knights would mount from stands during jousts and would stick their feet in right side stirrups ﬁrst due to the fact that the left side or sinister side was considered bad or evil.

10. NEVER COMPETE WITH CHANGE IN YOUR POCKET – It might be all you’ll win. Rodeo life is really a tough life. Unlike other sports competitors, rodeo cowboys do not receive a salary. Success is tied to winning and winning alone. This hard reality makes cowboys and cowgirls try to give 100 per cent each time they compete, because without the prize money you can’t pay entry fees at the next show.

A walk down Memory Lane

Antique farm machinery is a popular part of Agrifair.

A fair isn’t complete without a tour through the past at the Pioneer Barn – a walk down memory lane. The members of the Fraser Valley Antique Farm Machinery Association have a passion for the preservation of historical equipment and household items, and relaying how they operated and were used. The group ﬁrst played a small role with Agrifair in the early 1980s and has continued to grow since then. The public can see many of the association’s unique displays, such as cream separating – which was a daily chore for many youngsters in the early days. People can

participate in rope making, a sheave toss, and watch an operating antique sawmill in action. The parade equipment, with a narrated description of when and where it was donated, is generally a hit with the families that have donated the items. The group also has many antique tools on display in the building. And the day would not be complete without having a cup of coffee and freshly baked pie in the shade. Be sure to come and see the association’s dedicated volunteers. They are easy to ﬁnd, in red T-shirts with “Pioneer Corner” on them.

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Roll into Magnuson Extreme Wheels Arena The Magnuson Extreme Wheels Arena will feature a stunt bike demo, a roller derby team, and world class skateboarders.

STUNT BIKES

The Trial Stars Bike Demo Team have been a part of Agrifair for many years. In the past, they have entertained audiences in the KidZone (now the Fun Field) with all kinds of really cool bike tricks and stunts. Arguably the coolest trick they do is ride over top of a teammate lying on the ground. The team is so popular to watch that people are lucky to see this stunt while sitting because usually there are no seats left.

ROLLER DERBY

Agrifair welcomes the Reign Valley Vixen Roller Derby Team this year. The best way to learn roller derby is to watch. All weekend long, the Valley Vixens will be doing demos, explaining the rules of the game, answering questions, even recruiting new members! The sport’s origins date back to the 1930s, and roller derby became extremely popular in the 1940s. Modern roller derby is an international sport dominated by all-female amateur teams, in addition to a growing number of male, co-ed, and junior teams. It is being considered for the 2020 Olympics. The Vixens are a skater-owned and operated all-girl, ﬂat-track roller derby team. The Vixens participate in bouts all over the Lower Mainland, as well as

in places like Vancouver Island, Central British Columbia, Edmonton, as well as in the States in places California and Las Vegas. Since being founded in 2007, they have developed into a league of athletic, feisty skaters. Skaters start as Smash Test Betties, where they hone their skills until they are drafted to the senior team.

SKATEBOARD

Remember the movie “Back to the Future” where Michael J. Fox’s character Marty was riding his skateboard through town, catching a ride from the back of a pickup truck? These days we also think of people jumping down stairs, sliding down rails, or blasting themselves out of ramps. Well, forget that! This is the new future of skateboarding – experienced athletes drawing large crowds with specialized “freestyle” skateboarding. Freestyle skateboarding requires no ramps, rails or any other special equipment other than the skateboard itself. The acrobatic tricks are so different they never cease to amaze people. The World Round–Up Freestyle Team of Ryan Brynelson, Kevin Harris and Andy Anderson show what they can do in a unique and action-packed show! Brynelson is the top amateur freestyle skateboarder in Canada. A 20-year-old skater from Delta, he has been perfecting his craft under the careful eye of Canada’s ﬁrst professional skateboarder and 1980s legendary skater Kevin Harris. In less than four years of skate-

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boarding, Brynelson took the crowd by surprise when he placed fourth in the amateur division at the 2010 World Championships in Philadelphia. He then stepped it up a notch at the Freestyle World Round-Up in 2012, where he placed second against top amateurs from Japan, Australia, America and Brazil.

DRIVE ONE EVENT On Sunday, Agrifair will host a Ford Drive One event in the parking lot by Rotary Stadium. Agrifair is a not-for-profit community organization. The fair can only happen with the generous support of sponsors. Thus the board of directors spends many hours thinking of ways to raise revenues in ways which benefit both the fair and its sponsors. Raffles have been done in the past and this year there is a Drive One event. The board is asking fairgoers to take 10 minutes of their time to drive a vehicle at the fair, so the fair can receive $20 from Ford Canada and local dealer Magnuson Ford. You can help Agrifair raise up to $6,000. Think of all the corndogs that would buy! To top it off, everyone who participates will be entered to win two tickets to Cirque du Soleil’s Quidam at the Abbotsford Entertainment & Sports Centre this summer.

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Steve Dickin makes leap of faith over Jeff Anderson. The two are members of the Trial Stars bike group which returns to Agrifair this year.

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wonderful variety of talent in Abbotsford. With an impressive lineup of entertainNow, partnering with AbbyFest this can only ment packed into five days, Agrifair enterget better. tainment coordinator Brad Styba advises Three acts – Robyn and Ryleigh, Emily Taymusic fans to get a weekend pass. Thursday will start with Agrifair’s favourite lor Adams and A.J. Woodworth – will show their country roots Saturday night. country hero Jack Jackson. Robyn & Ryleigh, sisters from Langley, Valley Voices will see competing amadiscovered at an early age teurs out to show the that they had a passion audience what they’ve for singing. Robyn was got, and will continue all eight years old when she weekend long with the started playing the ukulele finals on Monday. and performing with an Thursday night will ensemble. At age 13 she host local rock bands taught herself to play Exit 200, Fanaticus and the guitar – it seemed a Harma White. Fanaticus natural progression – and has been performing at started writing songs as Agrifair for the past three well. years. Ryleigh quickly jumped Friday will bring the on board to add beautiful first of many perforharmonies with her own mances of Ariel and style and flavour to make Rochelle – have you for an irresistible sister ever seen a 5’10” lady act. For the past couple squeeze into four-byof years they have perfour-foot box and disapformed on many stages, pear? Well, you can! And EMILY TAYLOR ADAMS in festivals, concerts, all the while she has a contests and open mics. smile on her face! They The future sure seems are back by popular bright for these young rising stars. More demand. about them at www.myspace.com/robynanFriday retro night features local legends Stonebolt, a Vancouver band that has been dryleigh Emily Taylor Adams has developed a sperocking since the 1970s. cial and personal relationship with her fans. AbbyFest Day at Agrifair starts Saturday Having experienced bullying in her school at 10 a.m. and goes until 4 p.m. This show will feature multiculturalism at its best. 2011 years, she understands the complexities saw the start of Agrifair hosting multicultural within the current generation and uses her music to deliver messages that are positive entertainment, showcasing much of the and uplifting – empowering her listeners with a sense of comfort in knowing “there’s no such thing as normal.” Preparing now for the release of her fourth single, “Keep Your Pants On,” her fans will be introduced to yet another side of Emily as it delivers a message of abstinence, encouraging young girls to stay true to themselves and remain strong against peer pressure. More at emilytayloradams. com/biography.html A.J. Woodworth will wrap up Saturday playing the Wildcard on her debut 604 Records album: she is the “Wild Card.” When you hear the explosive and passionate chorus of the 2011 British Columbia Country Music Awards’ Female Artist of the Year’s sparkling personal anthem “Wild Card,” you’re hearing the life story behind the ambitious turbo-powered voice: Randy Hawes, MLA “This song is my autobiography. I am the !BBOTSFORD s -ISSION s ‘Dark Horse!’ I have been the long shot – randy.hawes.mla@leg.bc.ca and I have worked really hard, overcome

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the odds and pushed through to where I am now.â&#x20AC;? Sunday brings Joel Ashbee and StarďŹ eld. Langleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ashbee won the Praise 106.5 local music contest, which gives him the honour of opening for StarďŹ eld. His passion is to help people engage in worship through music. StarďŹ eld, closing Sunday night and brought to you by Columbia Cabinets-Countertops, is an acoustic pop/rock band composed of brothers Tim and Jon Neufeld, John Andrews, and Shaun Huberts. Over the past four years they have recorded two independent albums which have sold more then 20,000 units in Canada alone. StarďŹ eld has quickly gained the respect of their peers and the Canadian record industry. In addition, StarďŹ eld managed to rack up a Juno nomination and 5 Vibes (Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dove Awards), and the Prairie Music Award for best Christian album. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The fact that we sold any CDs to more people than just friends Award-winning Christian rock band StarďŹ eld will be in the spotlight on Sunday evening at Agrifair. and family, or that we won any awards, still blows my mind,â&#x20AC;? More at ind.starďŹ eldonline.com/aboutus.htm. on the main stage from Aug 2-6. The competiTim says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We really just thought tion has produced ďŹ nalists that have gone on Monday, the ďŹ nal day of the fair, is the ďŹ nals it would be fun to record some to stake a claim in the music business. Alumni for Valley Voices. A new winner will go on to stuff for memoryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sake. What include: Emily Harder, Brook Harris, Cambree has happened is just an amazing compete at the PNE youth talent contest. This Lovesy and, of course, Victoria DufďŹ eld â&#x20AC;&#x201C; to year marks the fourth season for the Valley testimony to Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s faithfulness!â&#x20AC;? name a few. Voices vocal competition, which takes place

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS AUGUST 2 - AUGUST 6

...where pigs fly!

FRIDAY, AUGUST 3 9:00 am 9:30 am 10:00 am

11:00 am

11:15 am 12:00 pm

12:30 pm

1:00 pm

1:30 pm

THURSDAY, AUGUST 2 $5 ADMISSION - $2 MIDWAY RIDES 4:00 pm 5:00 pm

5:10 pm 5:30 pm 6:00 pm

6:30 pm 7:00 pm

7:15 pm 7:30 pm 8:00 pm

8:30 pm 9:00 pm

10:00 pm 11:00 pm

Dogwood Donkey Show Halter Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Agriland Arena GATES OPEN Guest Services Opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Gate Entrance West Coast Amusements Opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Midway Pioneer Corner Coffee Shop Opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner TJ’s Licensed Venue Opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Food Court Antique Farm Machinery Displays Open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner JACK JACKSON. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Main Stage 4-H Lamb Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Agriland Arena Pig Scramble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Agrifair Arena Country Horse Classic – Mighty Fraser Riders, Friesian, Heavy Horse and Miniature Demos . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Agrifair Arena Chef Dez Cooking Show. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Stage VALLEY VOICES SHOWCASE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Main Stage ICW Wrestling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cadet Building BC Dairy Association Milking Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Gary Savard – Now That’s Magic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .FunField Stage Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (under 6 yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Beekeeping Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg Spring UP Trampoline Wall Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Dogwood Donkey Driving Classes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Agrifair Arena Wine Information Seminar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Stage Talk with the Rabbits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (6-12 yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Coffee Shop Closes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner Composting Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Chef Dez Cooking Show. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg Lord Strathcona Mounted Troop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thunder Bowl Beekeeping Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg Harma White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mainstage Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (under 6 yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Pioneer Barn Closes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner ICW Wrestling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cadet Bldg FANATICUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Main Stage Pioneer Barn Closes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner FunField closes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Twisters Gym closes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Guest Services Closes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Gate Entrance Gates Close EXIT 200 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Main Stage TJ’s Closes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Food Court

2:00 pm

2:10 pm

2:30 pm 3:00 pm

3:15 pm 3:30 pm

4:00 pm

4:30 pm

5:00 pm

5:30 pm 6:00 pm

4-H Dairy Showmanship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena Pioneer Corner Coffee Shop Opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner Dogwood Donkey Performance Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Arena Gates Open Guest Services Opens-Texting & Penny drop off . . . . . . . . .Main Gate Entrance FunField Opens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Trade Show Opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (under 6 yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Urban Gardening Seminar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland World Freestyle Skateboarding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels BC Dairy Association Milking Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (6-12 yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Fraser Valley Needle Arts Guild Demonstrations . . . . . . . . . . .Trade Show Bldg Spring UP Trampoline Wall Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField TJ’s Licensed Venue Opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Food Court VALLEY VOICES SHOWCASE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage 4-H Horse Showmanship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena Beekeeping Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg JobFest Opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Midway Area Reign Valley Vixens Roller Derby Demo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels ICW Wrestling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cadet Bldg Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (under 6 yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Talk with the Llamas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland West Coast Amusements Opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Midway Antique Farm Machinery Displays Open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner Dogwood Donkey Jumping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Arena Cream Separating, Rope Making & Seed Grinding Demonstrations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner BC Dairy Association Milking Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Urban Gardening Seminar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Kids Blueberry Eating Contest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Fraser Valley Needle Arts Guild Demonstrations . . . . . . . . . . .Trade Show Bldg World Freestyle Skateboards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels JobFest guest speaker – Dan Stephanson Tourism Abbotsford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Midway Area Gas Engine, Chainsaw, Threshing, Antique Sawmill & Hay Baling Demo & Parade of Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner Lord Strathcona Mounted Troop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thunder Bowl Farrier Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland 4-H Opening Ceremonies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Show Barn Greater Vancouver Zoo Demo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Stage Roger Potter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TJ’s Entertainment Stage Pig Scramble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena 4-H Dog Show. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Arena Composting Workshop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Spring UP Trampoline Wall Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Trtials Stars Bike Demo Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels Twisters Gymnastics Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Country Horse Classic with Mighty Fraser Riders, Friesians, Wheelbarrow Racing, Heavy Horse & Miniature Demos, Youth Donkey Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena Goodwill (Classic Rock Band). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Stage QUE BOLA MAGIC & COMEDY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage BC Dairy Association Milking Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland ICW Wrestling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cadet Bldg Sheep Shearing Demonstration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Reign Valley Vixens Roller Derby Demo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels Fraser Valley Needle Arts Guild Demonstrations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .TradeShow Beekeeping Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .TradeShow Sun Hang Do Demo Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Stage Twisters Gymnastics Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Draft Horse Pull . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena Talk with the Ducklings & Chickens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland 4-H Dairy Fitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Swine Arena Cream Separating, Rope Making & Seed Grinding Demonstrations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner Chef Dez Cooking Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg World Freestyle Skateboarding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels Open Horse English Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena Gas Engines, Chainsaw, Antique Sawmill, Hay Baling & Threshing Demonstrations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner Gary Savard – Now That’s Magic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Stage Alisia Lyne with Larry Vollans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TJ’s Entertainment Stage Spring UP Trampoline Wall Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Job Fest Guest Speaker – Ryan Walters, President Abbotsford Heat Hockey . . . . . . . . . . . . . Midway Area JACK JACKSON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage Wine Information Seminar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg BC Dairy Association Milking Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Trial Stars Bike Demo Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (under 6 yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Rodeo Beer Garden Opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Above Thunder Bowl Farrier Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Fraser Valley Needle Arts Guild Demonstrations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trade Show Gary Savard - Now That’s Magic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Fun Field Stage MIGHTY FRASER PRO RODEO (Additional $5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thunder Bowl

6:30 pm 6:45 pm 7:00 pm

7:30 pm 8:00 pm

9:00 pm

10:00 pm 11:00 pm

Chef Dez Cooking Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg Reign Valley Vixens Roller Derby Demo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels Talk with the Mare & Foal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Bryan Rooney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TJ’s Entertainment Stage Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (6-12 yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Goodwill (Classic Rock Band). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Stage Job Fest Guest Speaker – Deputy Chief Rick Lucy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Midway Area 4-H Horse English Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena 4-H Swine Showmanship. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Showbarn World Freestyle Skateboarding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels Composting Workshop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Coffee Shop Closes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner Texting Competition Round 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Fun Field Stage LIVE RUST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage ICW Wrestling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cadet Bldg Trials Stars Bike Demo Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (12+ yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Pioneer Barn Closes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner STONEBOLT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage Twisters Gym Closes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym JobFest Closes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Midway Area FunField Closes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Guest Services Closes GATES CLOSE Rodeo Beer Garden Closes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Above Thunder Bowl TJ’s Closes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Food Court

SATURDAY, AUGUST 4 9:00 am

9:30 am 10:00 am

11:00 am

11:15 am 11:30 am 12:00 pm

12:30 pm

12:45 pm 1:00 pm

1:30 pm

2:00 pm

2:10 pm

2:30pm 3:00 pm

4-H Beef Showmanship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena (East) 4-H Dairy Calf Placings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena (West) Pioneer Corner Coffee Shop Open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner Dogwood Donkey Youth Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Arena GATES OPEN Trade Show Opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg FunField Opens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField ABBY FEST Day At Agrifair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage AbbyFest -Mini Flags of Nation Parade Open Goat Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Show Barn Guest Services Opens –Texting & Penny drop off . . . . . . . .Main Gate Entrance Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (under 6 yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Urban Gardening Seminar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland World Freestyle Skateboarding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels BC Dairy Association Milking Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (6-12 yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Abbotsford Spinners & Weavers Demos (to 4 pm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .TradeShow Fraser Valley Needle Arts Guild Demonstrations . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg JobFest Opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Midway Area AbbyFest – First Nation Jiggers, Belly Dancers, Scottish Dancers, Bhangra Dancers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage Spring UP Trampoline Wall Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Chef Dez Cooking Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg ICW Wrestling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cadet Bldg Reign Valley Vixens Roller Derby Demo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels TJ’s Licensed Venue Opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Food Court Talk with the Piglets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (under 6 yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym West Coast Amusements Opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Midway Antique Farm Machinery Displays Open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner Open Horse Showmanship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena Greater Vancouver Zoo Demo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Stage Wine Information Seminar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trade Show Gary Savard – Now That’s Magic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Stage BC Dairy Association Milking Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Urban Gardening Seminar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland World Freestyle Skateboarding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels 4-H Goat Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Show Barn Sumas Holstein Achievement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Fraser Valley Needle Arts Guild Demonstrations . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg Gas Engine, Chainsaw, Threshing, Antique Sawmill & Hay Baling Demos & Parade of Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner AbbyFest – Kabadi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MainStage Lord Strathcona Mounted Troop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thunder Bowl Farrier Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Sun Hang Do Demo Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Stage Spring UP Trampoline Wall Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Chef Dez Cooking Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg Pig Scramble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena Trials Stars Bike Demo Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels Twisters Gymnastics Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Tug – O – War . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Thunderbowl Country Horse Classic with Mighty Fraser Riders, Driving Classes, Donkey Costume, Horse & Hound, Heavy Horse Demos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena Amazing Race Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MainStage ICW Wrestling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cadet Bldg Composting Workshop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Reign Valley Vixens Roller Derby Demo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels

Abbotsford News Tuesday, July 31, 2012

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS AUGUST 2 - AUGUST 6

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5:30 pm 6:00 pm

6:30 pm 6:45 pm 7:00 pm

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BC Dairy Association Milking Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Sun Hang Do Demo Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Sheep Shearing Demonstration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Fraser Valley Needle Arts Guild Demonstrations . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg AbbyFest – Mock Indo-Canadian Wedding Procession . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MainStage Twisters Gymnastics Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Draft Horse Pull . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena 4-H Make Over . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Swine Arena Talk with the Alpacas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Cream Separating, Rope Making & Seed Grinding Demonstrations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner Kids Blueberry Eating Contest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Open Horse Western Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena World Freestyle Skateboarding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels Gas Engine, Chainsaw, Threshing, Antique Sawmill & Hay Baling Demos & Parade of Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner Tony Ivan O’Hara . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TJ’s Entertainment Stage Spring UP Trampoline Wall Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Talk with the Cow & Calf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland QUE BOLA MAGIC & COMEDY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage Gary Savard – Now That’s Magic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Stage Trials Stars Bike Demo Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels BC Dairy Association Milking Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Chef Dez Cooking Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (under 6 yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Farrier Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Rodeo Beer Garden Opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Above Thunder Bowl Fraser Valley Needle Arts Guild Demonstrations . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg JACK JACKSON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage MIGHTY FRASER PRO RODEO (Additional $5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thunder Bowl Reign Valley Vixens Roller Derby Demo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels Wine Information Seminar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (6-12 yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym A & D Music’s Youth Talent Showcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField ROBYN & RYLEIGH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage Composting Workshop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland World Freestyle Skateboarding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels 4-H Horse Western Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena Pioneer Coffee Shop Closes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner EMILY TAYLOR ADAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage Chef Dez Cooking Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg Texting Competition Round 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Fun Field ICW Wrestling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cadet Bldg Trials Stars Bike Demo Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (12+ yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Pioneer Barn Closes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner AJ WOODWORTH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage Twisters Gym Closes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym FunField Closes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField JobFest Closes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Midway Area Guest Services Closes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Main Gate Area GATES CLOSE Beer Garden Closes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Above Thunder Bowl TJ’s Closes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Food Court

SUNDAY, AUGUST 5 8:00 am

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9:15 am 9:40 am 10:00 am

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GATES OPEN Psalm 23 Free Pancake Breakfast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Centre Grounds BRAD DAVIS BAND. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage Drive One for Agrifair, chance to win tickets . . . . . Lot 3, behind Twisters Bldg 4-H Beef Fitting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena Pioneer Corner Coffee Shop Opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner SUNDAY MORNING CHAPEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage MARVIN DECLARE – PSALM 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage YOUTH-LED GOSPEL SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage Antique Farm Machinery Displays Open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner Trade Show Opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg FunField Opens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Guest Services Opens – Texting & Penny drop off. . . . . . . . . . . .Main Gate Area Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (under 6 yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym 4-H Beef Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena West Coast Amusements Opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Midway Miniature Horse Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Arena Fraser Valley Needle Arts Guild Demonstrations . . . . . . . . . . .Trade Show Bldg BC Dairy Association Milking Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland World Freestyle Skateboarding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels Talk with the Rabbits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (6-12 yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Composting Workshop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland JobFest Opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Midway Area Chef Dez Cooking Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Trade Show Stage VALLEY VOICES SHOWCASE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage Beekeeping Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Trade Show Bldg Reign Valley Vixens Roller Derby Demo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels

12:15 pm 1:00 pm

1:30 pm

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3:15 pm 3:30 pm

4:00 pm

4:30 pm 5:00 pm

5:30 pm 6:00 pm

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10:00 pm 11:00 pm

ICW Wrestling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cadet Bldg Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (under 6 yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Chef Dez Cooking Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg TJ’s Licensed Venue Opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Food Court Old – Time Fiddlers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner Spring UP Trampoline Wall Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Gary Savard – Now That’s Magic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Stage BC Dairy Association Milking Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland World Freestyle Skateboarding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels Wine Information Seminar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg Fraser Valley Needle Arts Guild Demonstrations . . . . . . . . . . .Trade Show Bldg Urban Gardening Seminar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Gas Engine, Chainsaw, Threshing& Antique Sawmill Hay Baling Demos & Parade of Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner Lord Strathcona Mounted Troop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thunder Bowl Sun Hang Do Demo Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Farrier Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Spring UP Trampoline Wall Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Chef Dez Cooking Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg Alisia Lyne with Larry Vollans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TJ’s Entertainment Stage Trial Stars Bike Demo Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels Pig Scramble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena 4-H Goat Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Arena Twisters Gymnastics Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Tug – O – War . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thunder Bowl Country Horse Classic with Mighty Fraser Riders, Wheelbarrow Racing, Miniature Horse Jumping, Horse & Hound, Heavy Horse & Friesian Demos . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena Greater Vancouver Zoo Demo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Stage AMANDA THATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage ICW Wrestling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cadet Bldg Reign Valley Vixens Roller Derby Demo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels Beekeeping Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Sheep Shearing Demonstration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Sun Hang Do Demo Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Stage BC Dairy Association Milking Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Fraser Valley Needle Arts Guild Demonstrations . . . . . . . . . . .Trade Show Bldg Twisters Gymnastics Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Draft Horse Pull . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena Talk with the Mare & Foal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Cream Separating, Rope Making & Seed Grinding Demonstrations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner Miniature Horse Driving Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena World Freestyle Skateboarding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels Kids Blueberry Eating Contest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Ernie Higgins. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TJ’s Entertainment Stage Gas Engine, Chainsaw, Threshing& Antique Sawmill Hay Baling Demos & Parade of Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner Spring UP Trampoline Wall Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Mini Horse Jumping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena JACK JACKSON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage Open Pony Driving Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena BC Dairy Association Milking Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Trials Stars Bike Demo Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels 4-H Hay Hauling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Arena Rodeo Beer Garden Opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Above Thunder Bowl Farrier Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (under 6 yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Fraser Valley Needle Arts Guild Demonstrations . . . . . . . . . . .Trade Show Bldg Chef Dez Cooking Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg MIGHTY FRASER PRO RODEO (Additional $5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thunder Bowl QUE BOLA MAGIC & COMEDY SHOW. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage Reign Valley Vixens Roller Derby Demo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels Composting Workshop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (6-12 yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym 4-H Swine Market Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Show Barn Texting Competition Round 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Fun Field Gary Savard – Now That’s Magic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Stage World Freestyle Skateboarding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels Pioneer Coffee Shop Closes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Barn Wine Information Seminar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Trade Show Bldg SCARLETT CROWN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage Chef Dez Cooking Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg JOEL ASHBEE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage ICW Wrestling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cadet Bldg Trial Stars Bike Demo Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels Goodwill (Classic Rock Band). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Stage Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (12+ yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Pioneer Barn Closes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner STARFIELD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage Twisters Gym Closes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym FunField Closes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Guest Services Closes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Main Gate Area JobFest Closes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Midway Area GATES CLOSE Rodeo Beer Garden Closes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Above Thunder Bowl TJ’s Closes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Food Court

MONDAY, AUGUST 6 9:00 am 10:00 am

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Pioneer Coffee Shop Opens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner GATES OPEN Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (under 6 yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym FunField Opens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField West Coast Amusements Opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Midway Antique Farm Machinery Displays Open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner Trade Show Opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg Open Horse Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena Guest Services Open – Penny drop off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Main Gate Area Spring UP Trampoline Wall Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Chef Dez Cooking Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg ICW Wrestling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cadet Bldg BC Dairy Association Milking Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland World Freestyle Skateboarding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (6-12 yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Fraser Valley Needle Arts Guild Stitching Demos . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg VALLEY VOICES SEMI-FINALS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage Gary Savard – Now That’s Magic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Stage Trials Stars Bike Demo Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels Talk with the Chickens & Ducklings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (under 6 yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym TJ’s Licensed Venue Opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Food Court Matsqui Holstein Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Arena Cream Separating, Rope Making & Seed Grinding Demonstrations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner Reign Valley Vixens Roller Derby Demo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels Spring UP Trampoline Wall Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Farrier Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland BC Dairy Association Milking Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Fraser Valley Needle Arts Guild Stitching Demos . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg Gas Engine, Chainsaw, Threshing, Hay Baling & Antique Sawmill Demos & Parade of Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner QUE BOLA MAGIC & COMEDY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage Chef Dez Cooking Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg ICW Wrestling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cadet Bldg World Freestyle Skateboarding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels Kids Blueberry Eating Contest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField VALLEY VOICES FINALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage Celebrity Pig Scramble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena Composting Workshop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Gary Savard – Now That’s Magic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Stage Twisters Gymnastics Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Country Horse Classic with Mighty Fraser Riders, Wheelbarrow Racing, Costume Classes, Horse & Hound, Heavy Horse, Friesian and Miniature Demos. . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena Trials Stars Bike Demo Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels Spring UP Trampoline Wall Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FunField Beekeeping Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland World Freestyle Skateboarding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels BC Dairy Association Milking Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (under 6 yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Fraser Valley Needle Arts Guild Stitching Demos . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg Wine Information Seminar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg Talk with the Sheep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Cream Separating, Rope Making & Seed Grinding Demonstrations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner Trials Stars Bike Demo Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels Strathcona Mounted Troop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agrifair Arena Chef Dez Cooking Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TradeShow Bldg BC Dairy Association Milking Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland ICW Wrestling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cadet Building Twisters Drop In Gymnastics (6-12 yrs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twisters Gym Farrier Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriland Texting Competition Finals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Stage Gas Engine, Chainsaw, Threshing& Antique Sawmill Hay Baling Demos & Parade of Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner Guest Services Closes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Main Gate Area Roger Potter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TJ’s Entertainment Stage World Freestyle Skateboarding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Extreme Wheels GATES CLOSE TJ’s Closes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Food Court Pioneer Coffee Shop Closes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pioneer Corner

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Agri fun at Agriland Agriland will be home to many animals over the weekend, and organizers are focusing on babies this year. There will be a foal, a baby llama, ducklings, a calf and, of course, those irresistible piglets. Visitors can watch the bunnies run, jump and play, or come and say hello to the miniature horses. Those who still have energy after spending time with all the animals can have a try at being a farmer for a day. Here you will have a chance to dig for potatoes, pick apples from the orchard and collect eggs from the chicken coop. Agriland will also feature live horseshoeing and sheep shearing. As well, the BC Dairy Classroom will give daily milking demonstrations – visitors will get up close to see ﬁrst-hand how a dairy farmer milks his cows. The public can also get a closer look at the impressive Strathcona Mounted Troop horses, which will be stabled in the Agriland area. Agriland has grown this year. Normally it is on the blacktop of the west end of the trade show building. This year it will take over the entire area between the trade show building and the Agrifair Arena, in addition to the area on the pavement! Come early and listen to the rooster waking up, and stay late to watch all the animals go to bed.

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KidZone becomes FunField Don’t forget to check out the FunField. Formerly known as KidZone, FunField has taken on new life. There is so much to see and do, you could really spend one whole day of the fair in this area. It will be the home of the Spring Up Trampoline Show. The trampoline is always fun, and has been around for decades. After all, how many of us have one in our backyard, or grew up with one? But to bounce trampoline while using a wall is comparatively new, and always impressive. This system allows the acrobat to carry out performances where he may walk on a vertical wall, enter by a window, or land on the roof and bounce back on the trampoline. The trampo-wall was a great success at the fair last year, and is back for one more year. There will also be a stage full of entertainment brought to the fair by A&D Music of Abbotsford. This stage has Gary Savard of “Now That’s Magic.” Savard has been a loyal supporter of Agrifair for many years, and his magic show just gets better each year. Saturday night A&D Music will present “the Showcase of Young Musicians,” which is exactly what the name suggests. The layout for the FunField has changed as well. It is almost like a trade show format. As you walk into the ﬁeld be sure to grab your drinks and popcorn, and get ready to settle in. The Rock Wall is waiting. Call of Paintball lets people shoot off a few rounds, and they can walk on water with Krazy Balls – imagine you’re a hamster in a large ball rolling around on the water! There are so many activities going on, it will be a great time in the FunField.

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Strathcona Mounted Free community pancake breakfast Troop rides again

Lord Strathcona Mounted Troop is back at Agrifair this year.

For what might be the last year at Agrifair, the Lord Strathcona Mounted Troop will be performing in the rodeo arena, better known as the ThunderBowl, on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Monday the troop will be inside, as part of the Country Horse Classic Show held in the Agrifair Arena, for a ride that is considered a classic by horse enthusiasts. The troop requires permission to start each show. The salute must be given by an honoured guest prior to the performance commencing. The 25 members of the Strathcona Mounted Troop are soldiers of Lord Strathcona’s Horse (Royal Canadians). The members of the troop volunteer for one or two years to serve in much the same manner as Strathconas did in the 1920s. Their daily schedule concentrates on the care of their mounts and equipment, and in cavalry drills and training. In addition, they are responsible to remain ready for active military duty, and must therefore participate in trade-speciﬁc training. Don’t miss your chance to see them perform, brought to you by Chances Abbotsford.

The Psalm 23 Transition Society is preparing once again this year to serve the community a free pancake breakfast at Abbotsford Agrifair on Sunday morning. The breakfast is designed to serve Agrifair staff, exhibitors and any members of the public who want to attend. Psalm 23 has been running this community event since 2006, and serves 2,000 to 4,000 plates each year. “It’s grown beyond anyone’s expectations,” said Psalm 23 president and executive director Marvin Declare. “It’s been a wonderful outreach for us. It gives the students of our program a chance to meet and interact with the community and change people’s perceptions about them.” “I truly appreciate the relationship we have with Agrifair as they have supported us to the point where we now have Sunday morning worship led by the Brad Davis Band and a morning message from Pastor Cory Dueck of Genesis Church. “This year I will also be sharing an update to our ministry and the wonderful miracles that are happening.” The free breakfast has received support from the community. “We are delighted this year to have Whatcom Road and Sumas SaveOn-Foods sponsor the bulk of all our

food needs and expect McDonald’s on Bourquin Crescent to support our supply needs,” said Declare. He said everyone associated with Agrifair has allowed the group to carry the message of hope to those who are in need within our community. Psalm 23 will be selling homemade strawberry and blueberry jams, concentrated juices and fruit cups at their community booth near the Food Court, and volunteers will once again be serving pies and refreshments at Pioneer Corner. Declare invites people to stop by and say hello if they are interested in volunteering for the Pie Barn or for the Sunday morning pancake breakfast. Psalm 23 Transition Society is a charitable non-proﬁt ministry that offers a province-wide alcohol and drug treatment facility at 59 Mile House. Students then bridge back into the community through their supportive housing units. For more information, contact them at 604870-5616, email psalm23society@ shaw.ca or visit their website at www. psalm23society.com. Declare hopes the Sunday celebration at Agrifair will eventually bring local churches together for a joint city-wide service.

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Multicultural event added to Agrifair Agrifair will get a multicultural ďŹ&#x201A;avour this year, with the addition of Abbyfest at Agrifair. Musleh Hakki is the founder of Abbotsfordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual Abbyfest event which celebrates the diversity in the community, and he is bringing the same approach to Agrifair on Saturday. It will begin with a Parade of Nations at 10 a.m. This typically brings 60 different ďŹ&#x201A;ags on parade at Abbyfest, and Hakki said it emphasizes that â&#x20AC;&#x153;we have so many different nationalities among us.â&#x20AC;? At 11 a.m. there will be main stage entertainment including the First Nations Jiggers, belly dancers, Scot-

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Agrifair salutes past president Harry de Jong Harry de Jong’s dedication to Abbotsford Agrifair over the years is reﬂected in the success of the board dynamic, as well as the relationships he has built within the community. De Jong “retired” DE JONG into the position of past president last fall, after serving as an Agrifair director continuously since 1995. After terms as the board secretary and vice-president, de Jong served as president of Agrifair for more than 10 years. He is the longest serving and oldest current member on the board. By the time de Jong turned his attention to Agrifair, he had already amassed a distinguished record of service to the community and the province. His service began on the MSA Parks and Recreation Commission in 1963. That was followed by terms on Tourism Abbotsford and the MSA Hospital Board, 10 years as mayor of Matsqui and eight as Abbotsford MLA, including a term as Minister of Agriculture. In his many years of dedicated service, he has proven to be an effective leader. A humble, thoughtful and fair man, he leads with quiet grace and style. He allows everyone a chance to voice their opinion. With determination and perseverance, de Jong has uniﬁed those diverse opinions and brought the Agrifair board together as a family, with each member working together

and striving to make the fair bigger and better. Under his leadership, the “little” fair has grown into a five-day community celebration of family fun and wholesome entertainment that showcases the thriving local agricultural industry. De Jong has always stressed that each director has an individual contribution to make, but that taking action and making decisions regarding Agrifair must be done as one single unit. He always reminds the board decisions need to be made in the best interest of the fair; that first and foremost, Agrifair is a fun family event for the community. De Jong is well-respected by each and every Agrifair board member. They describe him as loyal and trustworthy, a great man and an even greater friend. In 2006, he was appointed to the order of Abbotsford in recognition of a lifetime of service to the community. In 2010, he was listed as one of the 100 Most Influential People in Abbotsford. In 2011 he was selected as the community’s Favourite Volunteer in the Abbotsford News A-List. He was also instrumental in making Agrifair the A-List’s Favourite Community Event. De Jong is generally quiet, but his many sayings display both a sharp wit and a deep thoughtfulness. For example: “The only difference between a pigeon and a farmer today is that a pigeon can still make a deposit on a John Deere.”

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BC Chicken Farmers and their industry partners are members of your community and proud supporters of the 2012 Abbotsford Agrifair.

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Abbotsford News Tuesday, July 31, 2012

CELEBRATING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ABBOTSFORD INTERNATIONAL AIRSHOW

WIN

OR $5,000

UR O Y T GE OF N E K TA O T O OG’ H PH ‘ E TH D N A YOU E AT TH IR

A HARLEY!

RUNNER-UP PRIZE:

CHECK CHECK HE K OUT UT UT OU OUR U VIDEO

TWO TICKETS ANYWHERE WESTJET FLIES!

T winner of the ‘Feel the The th Rumble’ contest will get the chance to either w eith choose $5,000 in CASH to spend on anything you wish or ride off with the Harley Davidson featured in this video.

TWO WAYS TO ENTER THIS EXCITING CONTEST:

FA I R G A 2012 3-6 G U A

Harley Davidson value is $16,000

See THE BIKE in action: Click on abbynews.com and the Facebook icon, then click videos. Select ‘Feel the Rumble’ and watch the prize bike in action! R

RON PRICE FROM THE ABBOTSFORD INTERNATIONAL AIRSHOW, PICTURED ON THE AIRSHOW HARLEY

SEE THE HARLEY AT THE ASSOCIATE SPONSORS’ LOCATION

VISIT THE ABBOTSFORD INTERNATIONAL AIRSHOW

Take your picture with the bike and email it to

AT THE ABBOTSFORD AIRPORT

feeltherumble@abbynews.com

THE HARLEY WILL BE ON SITE

AUG 10TH TO AUG 12TH

(Check The News for the bike location)

Go to abbynews.com.

THE EARLS GIRLS, FROM ABBOTSFORD EARLS, PICTURED ON THE AIRSHOW HARLEY

VISIT EARLS AT 32900 SOUTH FRASER WAY THE HARLEY WILL BE ON SITE

AUG 20TH TO AUG 26TH

Click on the CONTEST TAB. TAB. Play our

SPOT THE DIFFERENCE GAME featuring a different photo every week.

Abbotsford International Aug 10th to Aug 12th

1S 6 YEAR

SINCE 1951

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Contest closes August 26, 2012

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