Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891
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It was a bright sunny day for Wahkiakum County’s first annual Oktoberfest. The pumpkin shot-put was a real crowd pleaser, providing entertainment for all ages. Thank you to all who came to help us raise funds for the fair; I hope you enjoyed yourself and look forward to seeing you again next year. Looking for something scary this Halloween? Look no further, as the fairgrounds are hosting the creepiest, scariest and most bone-tingling Haunted House you’ve ever seen. Witches, ghosts, ghouls and more, the Haunted House will send shivers down you...
There are only two days left until the 1st Annual Wahkiakum County Oktoberfest. Starting from 1 p.m. this Saturday, there will be live music, fantastic food and a well stocked beer garden. At 3 p.m. the Pumpkin Shot-Put competition will begin, promising to separate the men from the boys. Sausages, cider, cheesecake and more, with no entry charge, how can you afford to miss it? The fair premium checks are out this week so get ready to splash out. We had a fantastic turnout this year and were delighted to issue the awards to our exhibitors....
Wahkiakum County’s 1st Annual Oktoberfest is almost upon us, promising to be a day of good food, excellent brews with live music and the first ever Pumpkin Shot-put contest. For those who plan to sample a wide selection of our frosty beverages, why not come prepared and take advantage of the fair campground. You can eat, drink and be merry and then enjoy a short walk to your bed. If you would like to reserve a space please contact me at the fair office. Rates are $15 a night and include water and electricity. As fall takes hold it means the e...
It’s been a busy week down at the fairgrounds in preparation for this weekend’s Country Days. The grass has been cut and the flowers pruned so that all is ready for the Old Time Auction on Saturday at 2 p.m. Many generous donations have resulted in a fantastic range of goodies, so come and pick up a bargain. All proceeds benefit the WSU extension so make sure you don’t miss out. The preparations for the first annual Oktoberfest are now in full swing. So start flexing those muscles and pumping those biceps, as only one will be crowned champ...
This year the fairgrounds will play host to a wide range of events. The first post-fair event was a travelling circus which kicked off last Thursday. For those who attended I hope you had a great time and enjoyed yourself. We’ve got a lot in store this year and hope to be celebrating the first Wahkiakum Oktoberfest next month. There’s a lot more to come so keep your eyes open On a more personal note, I truly enjoyed myself organizing this year’s 100th fair and wish to thank everyone who has been involved. What a fantastic celebration of every...
One week to go and the fairgrounds are buzzing with activity. We’re all excited for this year’s 100th fair celebration and have been working flat out to make the fairgrounds shine. It’s now crunch time and with limited staff we need your support to help bring everything together. We’re still looking for volunteers, especially during the fair so if you have some spare time and want to do your part, call the fair office today (795 3480). This year we’ve got a lot in store and are excited to start new traditions. We’ve pulled out all the stops a...
With two weeks to go the fairgrounds are in full swing preparing for this year’s 100th fair celebration. We have a lot in store and are happy to announce a new range of contests for all ages. 4-H/Open Youth Contests Largest Cabbage Contest--Cabbage is judged by weight. Prize donated by the WSU Master Gardeners. Best use of Zucchini--Baked goods or preservation. Prize donated by the Wahkiakum Food & Farm Network. Foods for All Occasions using local products. 4-H Alumni Dairy Showing Contest- Entry Fee is $20. Winner takes a percentage of the pot...
With less than a month to go we’re pulling out all the stops to make this year’s 100th fair celebration a once in a lifetime event. Animal entries were due yesterday but will still be accepted next week. If you need more time or have a question please ring the fair office as we’d be happy to help. The princesses and I wish to thank the WSU extension office for organizing the watermelon eating contest at this year’s Bald Eagle Days celebration. Their generosity and commitment to the fair is a shining example of the wonderful people who live in...
I am delighted to announce that Lisa Frink has been added to the fair staff. With three year’s fair experience, Lisa is an excellent asset, using her knowledge and skills to make this year’s 100th fair celebration amazing. A local middle school teacher, Lisa has strong ties within the community and is excited to sink her teeth into the challenge of organizing the fair. This year we really want to showcase local talent, allowing performers the opportunity to strut their stuff. If you think you have what it takes and want to be part of this yea...
I am proud to announce this year’s Wahkiakum County Fair Princesses are: Rosemary Patterson, Sara Niemela, Aimee Harrison, Abbey Buennagel and Nicole Hargrove. Working with coordinator Joy Niemela, this year’s princesses are hoping to raise a record breaking figure as it is our 100th fair celebration. Each princess will be selling season passes to the fair as well as trying to gain sponsorship from local businesses. The winning princess will receive a scholarship which can help change their lives. For example, Nicole has worked hard at sch...
Don’t miss this Friday’s Easter Bingo! Starting at 6:30 p.m. at the Elochoman Grange, come and try your luck and see if you can win one of our fantastic prizes. We’ll be serving a delicious spaghetti dinner as well as scrumptious snacks and treats. You can get three bingo cards for $10 or you can try your luck with our raffle prizes. Raffle tickets are only $1 with all proceeds going to benefit this year’s 101st fair celebration. So if you’re looking for a night of fun, come and join us and show your support for the fair. Spring is here and...
With spring around the corner there’s never been a better time to clear out those closets. Whether it’s that lamp you never found a home for or those forgotten garage boxes, WSU, 4-H and the fair are looking for donations for the community auction scheduled for March 28. Donations can be dropped off at the fairgrounds or you can arrange for your items to be picked up by fair staff. This is a community event and everyone is invited. The purpose is to raise funds for the fair, 4-H and WSU. If you have any items you would like to donate ple...
