Huron County Plowing Match set for Aug. 18-19, 2022

MIKE WILSON

The dates for the 2022 Huron County Plowing Match have been announced.

This year’s event will take place Aug. 18 and 19 at the farm of Brian and Annette MacKenzie, located at 85399 St. Helen’s Line in Ashfield-ColborneWawanosh.

Huron County Warden Glen McNeil will act as co-host of the event.

The Huron County Plowmen’s Association plans on hosting its regular twoday event. The 2021 event was a modified one-day affair.

Thursday, Aug. 18 will feature the Junior/4-H practice in the morning, with the junior plowing competition and 4-H Sodbusters achievement in the afternoon. The Princess of the Furrow competition will also take place on Aug. 18, with current Princess Grace Hallahan assisting with the program.

Friday, Aug. 19 will feature various plowing competitions, with plow people from Huron County and neighbouring areas competing. Visitors to the match will also be able to attend numerous displays and participate in a silent auction. The Queen of the Furrow competition will also take place, with reigning Queen Maranda Klaver assisting the committee. Friday will conclude with a banquet and awards presentation, along with the crowning of this year’s Princess and Queen. Food will also be available on both days of the event.

“The Huron County Plowmen’s Association very much appreciates the support it has received in the past from various municipalities, businesses, organizations and individuals who have contributed to our organization,” states a letter signed by treasurer Maja Dodds. “We could not possibly hold this event without your generosity.”

For more information about this year’s event, email huronplowmen@hay.net

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