Carp Fair 2008

Thoughts from a fall fair.

Strands of tickets for rides.

Screams.

Laughter.

Running children.

Yummy snacks.

Coffee with a little sumpin sumpin.

Games. Prizes!!

Crafts.

T-shirts and ball caps - rocker styles.

Teenager gangs.

4-H people.

Sheep and cows.

Fancy chickens.

Model trains.

Reptile show - massive snake!

Grandstands.

Huge horses.

Ribbons and trophies.

Lumberjacks.

Seniors.

Long, long ride lineups.

More screaming!

Bumper cars.

Roller coaster.

Round and round.

Green...

8-horse hitch.

120 heavy horses in the ring.

Champions.

Winners.

Happy families.



flickr and I are still processing the pictures and videos that will make up this story.

The Carp Fair was an amazing event this year - you can read what took place here - http://www.carpfair.ca

Stay tuned for the full story

Carp Fair Mural

The Carp Agricultural Society has unveiled a new mural near the main gates of the Carp Fair - to celebrate the 145th anniversary and the through the generations theme. Many local people, long time supporters of the fair, and local icons are contained in the mural. Take a look to see who you recognize.