Saturday at the Fair

2017-09-05 Liz Draper 261 Views topstory

Avery Gauthier shows off his horse whispering skills as he guides his miniature horse around the ring. He and his fellow competitors tested their mettle under the watchful eye of judge Dan Barron. (For more Fair pictures please see Photos Sept. 6 under various reporters' names)

24 big horses in the ring at North American Six-Horse Hitch Classic Series at the Shawville Fair on Saturday.

Dougal Rattray from the Quebec Farmers’ Association gives a demonstration on sheep shearing in the Agri-Awareness area. Rattray had to step up and volunteer for the job when the regular shearer had to go to a wedding on Saturday.

Chris Lowrey
SHAWVILLE Sept. 2, 2017
A bright, sunny sky greeted Shawville Fair attendees on Saturday morning as the gates opened and they streamed into the grounds.
The third day of the fair featured all kinds of events and shows to entertain adults and children alike.
The day started off with the regional 4-H show that was held inside of the Shawville Arena.
Meanwhile, a couple hundred people packed the grandstands at the outdoor ring for the heavy horse show.

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