Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games Official Program by WHA Publications Ltd.

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WITHOUT THE AIRFARE. August 13-15, 2010 www.fergusscottishfestival.com

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Hon. Michael Chong, P.C., M.P. Wellington-Halton Hills

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I would like to welcome you to the 65th Anniversary of the Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games, located in the beautiful undulating farmlands of Wellington County. Having grown up in this community and having attended past events, I can tell you that the Festival and Games are sure to entertain.

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As a lifelong resident of Wellington County, and as Wellington-Halton Hills’ elected representative in the Ontario Legislature, I am happy to extend a warm welcome to everyone attending the 2010 Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games.

65th Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games! It is my pleasure to bring greetings to you on behalf of Council, staff and residents of Centre Wellington. The picturesque Town of Fergus located on the Grand River has hosted the Annual Festival and Games since 1946. We are pleased to have as our guests, many talented performers, athletes and musicians to celebrate the annual Scottish Festival and Highland Games. To all the clans, families and friends we extend a special warm welcome to our vibrant, attractive and growing community. On your visit to Fergus we hope you will experience the hospitality that is a part of the culture of the people that call this place home.

While visiting our scenic area, I hope you will take time to enjoy our many fine restaurants, cafes, shops and other facilities. We also hope you will remember your stay and plan to visit us again.

While in Centre Wellington, we invite you to visit our many unique shops, take a walk along our riverscape and trails and enjoy the beautiful countryside.

I would also like to thank the sponsors, staff and volunteers for their dedication and commitment, which together make our Highland Games, year after year, one of the finest celebrations of Scottish heritage in North America.

Special greetings are extended to our friends from this community’s sister cities, Blairgowrie-Rattray, Scotland and Pleasanton, California. We value the ongoing friendship we share in our rich Scottish heritage. We are truly grateful for the commitment of so many who volunteer countless hours to organize and present this traditional event; we convey our thanks to all of you at this time. Please enjoy your stay with us and we will look forward to your return visit with us again.

Best Wishes Ted Arnott, M.P.P. Wellington-Halton Hills

Sincerely, Mayor Joanne Ross-Zuj Township of Centre Wellington

Table of Contents Festival Site Map Contact Information Gate Times Greetings General Festival Information Tattoo Tartan Breakfast Avenue of the Artisans Avenue of the Clans Downtown Fergus Kirkin’ O’ The Tartan Heritage Tent Pipes, Plaid & Pageantry Genealogy & Education Centre McKiddies Centre Shuttle Bus Service Days at a Glance Festival Mission Thank You One & All Highland Dance Competitions Tea Garden Canadian Tug of War Championships Main Field Events Heavy Events Competitions Piping Competitions Highland Pub Sponsors

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Contact Information Fergus Scottish Festival & Highland Games Mailing Address: P.O. Box 25, Fergus, ON Canada N1M 2W7 Office Location: 1-181 St. Andrew St. E. Fergus, ON Canada N1M 1P9 Phone: (519) 787-0099 or 1-866-871-9442 Email: info@fergusscottishfestival.com Web: www.fergusscottishfestival.com Join us for the 66th Fergus Scottish Festival & Highland Games August 12th - 14th, 2011

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Friday Aug. 13th 3:00pm-9:00pm Saturday Aug. 14th 7:00am-6:00pm Sunday Aug. 15th 7:00am-5:00pm Gate 2 - Main Gate Friday Aug. 13th 3:00pm-9:00pm Saturday Aug. 14th 7:00am-6:00pm Sunday Aug. 15th 7:00am-5:00pm Gate 3 - Parking N End Friday Aug. 13th 3:00pm-9:00pm Saturday Aug. 14th 7:00am-6:00pm Sunday Aug. 15th 7:00am-5:00pm Gate 4 - Parking S End Friday Aug. 13th 9:00am-9:00pm Saturday Aug. 14th 7:00am-6:00pm Sunday Aug. 15th 7:00am-5:00pm Highland Pub Friday Aug. 13th 3:00pm-1:00am Saturday Aug. 14th 11:00am-1:00am Sunday Aug. 15th 12:00pm-7:00pm Piper’s Pub Friday Aug. 13th Closed Saturday Aug. 14th 11:00am-8:30pm Sunday Aug. 15th 12:00pm-6:00pm

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General Information Information Tents: The Information Tent is inside the Main Castle Gate and is open: Friday: 4pm - 9pm; Saturday: 9am - 6pm; Sunday: 9am - 3pm. Check here for changes in Festival itinerary. Box Office: Pre-paid wristband pick-up takes place at the Box Office tent outside the Main Castle Gate. No exchange or refunds. Events run rain or shine. Box Office Hours: Friday 10am – 8:00pm; Saturday 6:30am – 6:00pm; Sunday 6:30am – 4:00pm. Parking: On-site parking $5 per day. Limited handicapped parking by permit only subject to availability.

Back Row L to R: Warren Trask, Steve Clark, Jackie Greig, Carly O'Brien and John Jans. Front Row L to R: Bryan Denny, Lynn Boland Richardson, and Carolyn McLeod-McCarthy. Sitting on the ends are Event Manager Bruce Lloyd and President Deb Dalziel.

Welcome to Fergus Scottish Festival & Highland Games SCOTLAND … WITHOUT THE AIRFARE. On behalf of the “sea” of volunteers, our Board of Directors and dedicated staff, it is indeed my pleasure to sincerely welcome you to the 65th annual Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games. A Canadian “gem” promoting all things Scottish, the Community of Fergus prides itself on hosting a premier event featuring the finest in Scottish athletic challenge; world class Highland Dancing; Piping; and the “best stories of home” this side of the Atlantic. Scottish blood is strong; be proud of your family lineage and explore your roots in our educational venues and programs passionately displayed by our many volunteers. Share these ties with your young; allow them to learn more about these brave clans that chose to seek out a new nation for their future families. Our exceptional McKiddies area will share the wonder of Scottish culture, music and art brought to you by renowned artists and musicians. When traveling within our gates, take time to note our wonderful dedicated Festival team of volunteers. Without each and every one of them, the Festival simply would not exist. From all of us, have the best of times this weekend and “haste ye back” to our town and traditions.

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ATM: Located at the Security Trailer by the Main Castle Gate - Gate 2 and by Parking North End -Gate 3. Lost Children: Please bring lost children to the Security Trailer by the Main Castle Gate. Lost & Found: Located at the Security Trailer by the Main Castle Gate. Washrooms: There is a building adjacent to the Camping area at the end of the Concessions. Portables with sinks and washroom trailers are also available through out the Festival site. See the site map for locations. Pay Phones: Located in the Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex. First Aid: Provided by St. John Ambulance. Located at two stations near the Creemore Springs Highland Pub and the Heavy Events. Handicapped Services: Parking – Limited parking by permit only; Washrooms – Available in the Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex; Seating – On the Main Field. Enter through Gate 2. Souvenirs: Official Festival Souvenirs can be purchased at locations throughout the Festival and at the Festival Office. Accommodation & Bed & Breakfasts: Listings available at the Information Tent.

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Friday Night Tattoo Sponsored by Guelph Mercury FRIDAY AUGUST 13TH 6:30pm - Inverness 8:00pm - The Tattoo: Denis Snowdon MC 48th Highlanders Through pipes and drums the 48th Highlanders capture the essence of their military heritage. Founded in 1891, the band has traveled Canada, the United States, Bermuda, and Europe, bringing its rich sound to military performances and concerts including every home opener for the Toronto Maple Leafs since 1931.

and colourful history dating back over 150 years. Their membership is made up of a variety of people from a number of communities, as well as all level of experience and talent.

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The Band of the Royal Regiment of Canada is the oldest permanently organized band in the Canadian Forces. Based at Fort York in Toronto, Ontario, the band has continued to serve its Country, Province, and City in many different roles throughout the world since its formation in 1863.

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The Toronto Signals Band, since 1926, is a unique organization. They perform for audiences throughout Canada and the United States, in events such as parades, concerts, tattoos and drum corp shows. Although they are associated with the 709 Communications Regiment of the Canadian Armed Forces Reserve, they are not part of the military; however, they perform as their Duty Band on a volunteer basis.

The Grand Celtic Pipe Band made its debut performance in 2000. Led by Pipe Major Calum MacDonald, the band consists of over forty dedicated players. Most are from various communities along the Grand River, after which the band is named. The band's home base is in Fergus, Ontario.

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Tommy Leadbeater Out of the musically rich Nova Scotian island called Cape Breton comes tenor, Tommy Leadbeater. His captivating voice, with its crystal clear tones, rich in harmonics and secure in its upper range has earned him a reputation of being one of Nova Scotia’s finest vocalists.

Denis Snowdon Well known radio personality on AM 740’s “A Little Breath of Scotland”.

Tribute to the Homeland & Rallying of the Clans Pick up a souvenir Tattoo Candle and join the Clans as they pay tribute to the Homeland.

Heavy Events Demonstration

Inverness A band formed around the concept of a Musical Play is now a life and force unto itself. Featuring seasoned musical veterans and a couple of Fergus’ own from the pipe band, Inverness performs traditional and original songs with a twist. It combines Celtic overtones with a more pop/rock based sound, bringing traditional favourites into the 21st century and beyond. Enjoy.

Fergus Pipe Band Founded in 1927, the Fergus Pipe Band has over 30 members and students playing in one performance band and two competition bands. The band participates in many parades and highland games around the community and all over Southern Ontario.

Fergus Brass Band The Fergus Brass band was formed in 1855 and claims to be the oldest band in Ontario. The band has a rich

Local and International athletes display their strength and skill with colourful commentary by David P. Webster O.B.E.

Fireworks Finale Courtesy of Fergus’ own Internationally acclaimed and celebrated David Whysall International Fireworks.

Souvenir Tattoo Candles On sale for $2.50 per candle from the Community Resource Centre of North and Centre Wellington.

Longtime Volunteer Recognition Join us as we express our gratitude to some of the Festival’s long time volunteers. Bill Beattie has been with the Festival for 30 years, Bruce Youngblood for 35, John K. Campbell for 40 years, and Bill Thoms has been volunteering for 45 years. Thank you gentlemen, you have helped us reach our 65th Anniversary!

The Tattoo Turn off the taps.

What is a Tattoo? Imagine yourself sitting in a tavern in seventeenth-century Holland. In those days, when British troops served in the lowlands, it was the custom for a drummer to march through the streets beating his drum to warn the troops that it was time to leave the taverns and return to their billets for the night. The Dutch innkeepers, at the sound of the drum, would order "doe den tap toe" or "turn off the taps", the local last call equivalent of "time, gentlemen, please". In English, "taptoe" became "tattoo" and over the years the drummer was accompanied by a fife or bugle player and, perhaps a piper. Such groups were the beginnings of the regimental band and, in an early exercise in public relations, the band performed concerts for the local population. What started as a practical daily routine in army life is today the military tattoo, a show featuring the lively rhythm of marching bands, elegant dancers, stirring cadence of the pipes and drums and breathtaking military displays.

Tartan Breakfast Presented by the Fergus & District Kinsmen Club Saturday, August 14th & Sunday, August 15th, 2010 7am – 11am Unity Hall, Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex Enjoy a hearty sausage & pancake breakfast and support local initiatives of the Fergus & District Kinsmen Club. Adults: $6 Children: $3 Beverages $1

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12:00pm Parade of the Clans Opening Ceremonies

10:00am Kirkin’ O’ The Tartan St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

Clans Registered at time of Printing: BAIRD BARCLAY CAMERON CAMPBELL DONALD ELLIOT FERGUSSON FRASER GORDON

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Kirkin’ O’ The Tartan Sunday, August 15th 2010 - 10am St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church - 325 St. George St. W, Fergus The Kirkin' O' The Tartan tradition is an old highland one. After the defeat of the Scots by the English in 1746, the wearing of the tartan and the keeping of any Highland ways or culture was forbidden in hopes this would forever subdue the rebellious Scottish spirit. However, as the Scots were fervent Christians, and canny as well, they clung to their ancient traditions by putting them underground. The Kirkin' was an important part of this in that one Sunday a year, the populace went to church wearing a concealed piece of the tartan and, at a certain moment set aside in the service, the tartan was touched while the minister pronounced a blessing on all tartans and the Scots once more pledged their loyalty and respect for their old traditions. Join the Clans, Stuart Cameron, Tommy Leadbeater, and Liam McGlashon for the Fergus Scottish Festival & Highland Games version of the Kirkin’. Please stay afterwards and enjoy a strupak in the church hall.

Avenue of the Artisans Sponsored by County Of Wellington Sunday, August 15th - 9am – 4:30pm All are invited to experience a taste of our local, vibrant artistic community. An “Avenue” of works for show & sale by 20 different artists is in its second year and will be presented beside the Avenue of the Clans on Sunday only.

Join us downtown starting Thursday August 12th and throughout the weekend for a sneak peek of the entertainment that can be found at the Festival. Thursday

7:30 Pipes, Plaid & Pageantry Parade through Downtown

8:00 The Town Pants The Royal Canadian Legion, Fergus Branch Dusk Outdoor Movie “How to Train Your Dragon” - Fergus Marketplace 10:00 David Leask, James McKie, Tommy Leadbeater and Stuart Cameron - Goose and Gridiron 10:00 FiddleStix - Goofie Newfie

Friday 12:00 Fergus Pipe Band and the Grand Celtic Pipe Band - Downtown Fergus 2:00 Historical Walking Tours of Downtown - Fergus Library

Saturday

This years artists are: beebee buttercup - Bonnie Speers-Bauman El Aura - David Wilcox Two Cent Sparrow - Kristen Ciccarelli PawsAttraction - Melissa Lloyd Deb Dryden Silverfish - Pat Baker That’s It Creations - Ursula Wargel-Tidmand Raquel’s Exquisite Collection - Raquel Chelouche Lisa Thatcher

Downtown Historic Fergus Entertainment

H.E.R. Studio - Heather Robinson Middle Clothing Co. - Davin Cowper IKB Boutique - Ingrid Banovsky Antahkarana Natural Living - Ksenija Cucic Grace Perry Creative Curiosity - Rachel Wagner Skinsations Soap - Colly Travis The World Through my Lens - Zak Whitford Mary Ryerson Little Snow Pea - Amy Miller

12:00 Pipers on Bridge - Downtown Fergus 2:00 Historical Walking Tours of Downtown - Fergus Library

Sunday 10:00 Kirkin’ O' the Tartan St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

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Heritage Tent Sponsored by A.O. Smith FRIDAY August 13th

SATURDAY August 14th

SUNDAY August 15th

4:00pm 78th Fraser Highlanders 5:00pm Tuning the Pipes by Grand Celtic Pipe Band

10:00am Horseshoeing Demonstration 10:30am Daniel McLaughlin 11:00am Sheep Shearing 11:30am The What & How of Bagpipes 12:00pm Plaids & Tartans 12:30pm All About Scottish Cuisine 1:00pm Sheep Shearing 1:30pm Plaids & Tartans 2:00pm Horseshoeing Demonstration 2:30pm David Leask & James McKie 3:00pm Sheep Shearing 3:30pm All About Scottish Cuisine 4:00pm Horseshoeing Demonstration 4:30pm Tommy LeadbeaterSongs from the Heart

10:30am David Leask & James McKie 11:00am Sheep Shearing 11:30am The What & How of Bagpipes 12:00pm Horseshoeing Demonstration 12:30pm Plaids & Tartans 1:00pm Sheep Shearing 1:30pm Daniel McLaughlin 2:00pm Horseshoeing Demonstration 2:30pm Plaids & Tartans 3:00pm Sheep Shearing 3:30pm Fergus Pipe Band 4:00pm Grand Celtic Pipe Band 4:30pm Tommy LeadbeaterSongs from the Heart

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Sheep Shearing

Horseshoeing

The centuries old tradition of sheep shearing is brought to life again this year by Tom Redpath, a professional shearer with over 30 years of experience. His goal is to educate the audience about this traditional craft and demonstrate the intricacies of shearing a sheep that weighs as much as a small man.

Paul Fishbach, a local farrier, will join us to demonstrate the art of shoeing a horse. Watch closely as the hoof is prepared for the shoe and see how the shoe is positioned and attached. You can also meet “Earl” who stands patiently as each horseshoe is added.

Spinning & Weaving

Come and meet Chad Green who will entertain and educate you about the bagpipes. Learn all about how they are constructed, how they work, and why they give the sounds they do while enjoying a good laugh or two along the way.

The members of the Guelph Guild of Hand Weavers & Spinners will demonstrate various techniques to educate our visitors about the steps taken to create beauty from the wool of the sheep. Observe the process of spinning the washed, cleaned, and sometimes dyed wool that will then be knit, crocheted, or woven into various articles to keep us warm in the cooler months.

Hand Quilting Virginia Ingleby, owner of our local quilt shop Undercover Quilts and More, will be joined by members of The Grand Quilt Guild of Fergus for an old fashioned hand quilting bee. This special quilt has a Scottish theme with a special local twist and will be well worth seeing. Come back several times over the course of the weekend to see the progress.

Celtic Needlework Ellen Mervin and her team from Ruach Crafts will demonstrate Celtic needlework designs and techniques all weekend. Celtic Needlepoint and Cross stitch designs will delight all who visit. You can even try your hand at a small take home project as they teach you the simplicity of the techniques.

HMCS Fergus The HMCS Fergus was commissioned at Collingwood, Ontario on 18 Nov 1944, and was the last Corvette which was launched for the RCN. This is a wonderful collection of images and artifacts relating to the Fergus and it is our way of saluting the 100 years of service by the Royal Canadian Navy.

The What & How of Bagpipes

Tartans & Plaids Do you know the difference between a tartan and a plaid or is there one? The staff of Burnett’s & Struth will enlighten and educate us. You will leave this talk much better informed about fabrics and will know what to look for when seeking out your new kilt or scarf.

Scottish Cuisine Local baker, Tom Young, will tell us about various delicacies and food stuffs enjoyed by the Scots including haggis. When you leave, you can go home and maybe create your bit of Scottish fare.

Pottery Demonstrations Several local potters and clay artists will join us to demonstrate the age old artistry of clay manipulation and molding on the potter’s wheel. You will see them take a lump of wet clay and turn it into something as functional as a bowl or cup or as unique as a work of art in front of your eyes.

Sponsored by Meridian & The Township of Centre Wellington Join us for the return of the Fergus Scottish Festival’s parade through downtown, brought to you in conjunction with the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 275. The first parade in 15 years will begin at Victoria Park and proceed to St. Andrew Street & end at The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 275, celebrating 75 years of the Legion and 65 years of the Festival! Following the Parade please enjoy family entertainment by The Town Pants at the Legion.

Join the Fergus Curling Club by the ball diamonds as they host a “Learn to Curl” demonstration. Try throwing a rock down the artificial ice surface.

Fly Tying Techniques The Casual Dressers Club from Guelph and area will delight you with the intricate and delicate art of fly tying. Observe the interesting materials they use and how finely crafted each individual tie is as it is created step by step. You might even get a chance to make one yourself if you come early.

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SATURDAY August 14th 8:30am Lynn Boland Richardson 9:30am Robin Laing 10:30am Stuart Cameron, Tommy Leadbeater and Ed MacManus 11:15am George Chiappa 12:00am Sine McKenna 1:00pm Robin Laing 2:00pm Liam McGlashon 3:00pm Rev. Dr. Kevin Fast & Anthony Lordi 4:00pm Dr. Kevin James 5:00pm Venue Closes

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The Festival’s, The Record’s and The Mercury’s Professional Historian, author and lecturer. Director of the Canadian Scottish Athletic Federation, Director and Past President of the Fergus Scottish Festival.

Eleven-year-old Liam McGlashon, now making his home in Hamilton, was just six years old when he picked up the fiddle. Liam has honed his stage personality through playing on various stages, at kitchen parties, conventions and trade shows in Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, Ottawa, Toronto and Hamilton.

Stuart Cameron Stuart is the youngest Chieftain in the history of the Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games, he is proud to say he has spent many summers in Fergus at his Father’s knee, the Godfather of Celtic music, John Allen Cameron. Weaned on the songs of Cape Breton, Stuart’s love and passion for music has taken him into the music industry as producer and songwriter and one of Canada’s promising young artists.

George Chiappa This athlete, educator, trainer, nutritionist will teach you the history of Scottish Heavy Events Athletics, athletic competition and Donald Drimmie as featured in David Webster’s Book of the same title. George spends time in Canada’s far north as a positive role model and teaching athletics to kids.

Sine McKenna (Sheena McKenna) Teacher and performing artist will present an interactive teaching workshop on Gaelic and Gaelic song. Participants will be introduced to basic Gaelic vocabulary and phrases through the medium of language-learning songs, some of which Sine has composed herself.

Rob Reid Reid is a Writer, Journalist, Celtic music reviewer, Celtic music and spirituality specialist and lecturer on Ancient Celtic belief systems.

Anthony Lordi A definite games ambassador, Anthony has competed in Germany, France, Norway, the U.S., Canada, Scotland, Belgium and beyond. Anthony Lordi will lecture on the challenge of competing 20 miles from the Artic Circle at the Snejfjord games.

Rev. Dr. Kevin Fast Ten time world record holder for the Guinness World Records and Ripley’s Believe It or Not feature. Kevin Fast is a successful athlete competing again this year in the Fergus Scottish Festival Heavy Events. He is also one of the world’s strongest men. For the past 20 years Dr. Fast has played an active role in the education of up and coming athletes as well as giving lectures, judging and competing in games in North America and Europe. Dr. Fast will also appear throughout the weekend at the athlete’s autograph table situated in front of the Heavies Hall of Fame.

Dr. Kevin James James is a tenured professor in the Department of History and Scottish Studies at the University of Guelph. A graduate of McGill and Edinburgh, he investigates and writes about the lives of ordinary people and social history. He is currently involved in the National Library and Archives of Canada/National Archives of Ireland project “The Shamrock and the Maple Leaf”. Featured on CBC, BBC, and is currently one of the panel of three “genealogical sleuths” on the History Channel’s popular programme ‘Ancestors in the Attic’.

Dr. Graeme Morton Dr. Graeme Morton of Scottish Studies at the University of Guelph is the Foundation Chair, and has been at the Dept. of History, since 2004. He was a University of Edinburgh, Lecturer & Senior Lecturer. Graeme Morton’s research interests include; Scottish National identity and nationalism since 1707, William Wallace, the urban history of Scotland, local and central government, 1820-1920. He is currently researching and writing a text book titled ‘Ourselves and Others: Scotland 1832-1914’(EUP 2006) and co-editing and contributing to volume 3 of Everyday Life in Scotland, 1800-1900 (EUP, 2008).

Featured Author Robin Laing, from Luath Press in Edinburgh, Scotland. Robin will be signing books as well as lecturing. In addition, Robin Laing will perform his whiskey songs from his latest album. As the worlds ambassador for whiskey, this singer songwriter, author and Whiskey Tasting Specialist is also known worldwide as “Scotland’s Whiskey Bard”. Robin Laing is a much sought after participant in all things relating to the “water of life… scotch whiskey”. He will perform some of his most popular whiskey tunes in addition to presenting whiskey tastings on Wednesday & Thursday evenings at the Breadalbane Inn in Fergus. This is a once in a life time opportunity for both the Scotch connoisseur and the novice. Robin Laing will speak in the Genealogy venue and sell and sign books at the Festival Book Store. Robin chairs the tasting panel of the Scottish Malt Whiskey Society and writes many of the malt descriptions. He contributes on a regular basis to The Whiskey Magazine and has published numerous books: The Whiskey Muse, The Whiskey River, and most recently, Whiskey Legends of Islay. Robin Laing has recorded numerous whiskey albums including The Angels Share, The Water of Life and One for the Road.

*All events, times and locations are subject to change

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McKiddies Centre Sponsored by Pizza Pizza SATURDAY August 14th

SUNDAY August 15th

8:00am Venue Opens All Day Battle of the Ages, Falcons & Other Birds of Prey, Crafts & Face Painting, Queen Boudicca 10:00am Sine McKenna 11:00am Rev. Dr. Kevin Fast 12:00pm Chris McKool 1:00pm Mary Ellen Cann School of Highland Dance 2:00pm Chris McKool 2:30pm Liam McGlashon 3:00pm George Chiappa 4:00pm Sine McKenna, Rob Knox 5:00pm Venue Closed

8:30am Venue Opens All Day Battle of the Ages, Falcons & Other Birds of Prey, Crafts & Face Painting, Queen Boudicca 10:00am Sine McKenna 11:00am Rev. Dr. Kevin Fast 12:00pm Chris McKool 1:00pm Mary Ellen Cann School of Highland Dance 2:00pm Chris McKool 2:30pm Liam McGlashon 3:00pm George Chiappa 4:00pm Rob Knox 5:00pm Venue Closed

FRIDAY August 13th 3:30pm Venue Opens 5:00pm Venue Closed

Battles of the Ages Blackthorn Productions present sword fighting displays, a weaponry display and education on battles of Scotland. Come and join the fun in watching the swords fly!

Falcons and Other Birds of Prey Charles Linton and his team from Peregrine International will have birds on display and will be performing on the main field on Sunday. Not to be missed!

Crafts and Face Painting Come by and make yourself a King’s or Queen’s crown! Decorate it, add ribbons to it and get your face painted too.

Queen Boudicca:

George Chiappa Heavies competitor, trainer and nutritionist, George will teach about the importance of eating right and staying in shape so you too can compete in the Heavies Events like he does!

Sine McKenna Will teach you how to speak Gaelic through stories and song. It's ONE tough language!

Chris McKool

Will show you how to make a Loch Ness out of wax, the same wax he uses to create his Scottish sculptures.

Multiple World Record holder will show off his incredible strength and tell you all about Heavies

Rob Knox

Liam McGlashon Only 11 years old and will totally blow you away with his amazing fiddling skills! You have to hear this pint-sized fiddler!

Thank you

The Elora & Fergus Tourism, with support of local merchants and organizations, offers a Shuttle Bus operating between Elora, Fergus and the festival site. Why not stop and shop before you hop (on the bus) and take in all that Centre Wellington has to offer? BUS SCHEDULE Fri. 5 pm – 10 pm | Sat. 9 am – 10 pm Sun. 9 am – 2 pm 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Grand River Raceway Royal Canadian Legion Elora Br. 229 Bissel Park Royal Canadian Legion Fergus Br. 275 I Love Chocolate/I Love that Gift Cherry Hill Entertainment Centre Wellington Chamber of Commerce Festival Site

Buses depart Grand River Raceway at the top of the hour and return at 40 minutes past the hour. A second bus will operate at 30 minutes past the hour on Saturday from 11 am –3 pm.

This Service is FREE

to our Shuttle Bus Sponsors: Grand River Raceway Cherry Hill Entertainment Fergus Legion Branch 275 Edge Realty Solutions The Breadalbane Inn I Love Chocolate Elora Legion Branch 229

Hop on the Bus!

Mary Ellen Cann School of Highland Dance Learn some highland dance steps from accomplished competitive dancers from the Mary Ellen Cann School of Highland Dance. They'll perform, give you a bit of history on highland dancing then get you up on your feet, so come and get your jiggy on! For more info, email Mary Ellen Cann at swordhopper@yahoo.com

Rev. Dr. Kevin Fast

Fergus

events around the world and how they are done. This guy can pull a fire truck 100 feet and pull a plane with only a rope!

She'll be on hand the entire weekend to show you how to clog (this is an old dance step similar to step dancing and LOADS of fun!), teach you how to get that fun 'trill' in your voice when singing traditional Scottish songs and to show you how to throw a caber (pint sized!) There will be games and fun going on all weekend long so come and join in the fun! 2009 Canadian Folk Music Award for Best Childrens CD. Chris is one of Canada’s hottst young people. He brings his love of violin to young audiences world wide.

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Elora & Fergus Tourism Merchants of Downtown Elora TD Canada Trust - Elora Branch RBC - Fergus Branch Stone Creek Tap & Grill Cork Restaurant Ralph Basset Associates Inc. Elora Festival

*All events, times and locations are subject to change

Days at a Glance

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THURSDAY AUGUST 12TH SATURDAY AUGUST 14TH 3:00pm

Camping Registration Opens Camping Tent

SUNDAY AUGUST 15TH

11:30am The What & How of Bagpipes - Heritage Tent 8:30am Dancing Starts - Highland Dancing Area Masters, Amateurs & Women’s Events 12:00pm Daniel McLaughlin - Tea Garden Heavy Events Area Sine McKenna - Genealogy 7:30pm Pipes, Plaid & Pageantry 9:00am Lynn Boland Richardson - Genealogy OPENING CEREMONIES - Main Field Downtown Fergus Avenue of the Artisans Open Pipers on Bridge - Downtown Fergus 8:00pm The Town Pants Chris McKool - McKiddies Centre 10:00am Children’s Heavy Events (12yrs & under) The Royal Canadian Legion-Fergus Main Field Plaids & Tartans - Heritage Tent Robin Laing - Genealogy 10:00pm David Leask, James McKie, 12:30pm Massed Bands - Main Field Kirkin’ O’ the Tartan - St. Andrew’s Church Tommy Leadbeater & Stuart Cameron All about Scottish Cuisine - Heritage Tent Sine McKenna - McKiddies Centre Goose & Gridiron 1:00pm Daniel McLaughlin - Tea Garden 10:00pm Fiddlestix - Goofie Newfie 10:30am David Leask & James McKie - Heritage Tent Robin Laing - Genealogy TH 11:00am Falconry - Main Field Sheep Shearing Heritage Tent FRIDAY AUGUST 13 Premier Highland Competition Mary Ellen Cann School of Highland Dance 8:30am Scottish Heavy Events School Competitions Highland Dance Area McKiddies Centre Rev. Dr. Kevin Fast - McKiddies Centre Heavy Events Area 1:15pm Women’s Catchweight - Tug of War Ground Sheep Shearing - Heritage Tent 9:00am Gates Open 1:30pm Plaids & Tartans - Heritage Tent 11:15am Rob Reid - Genealogy 12:00pm Fergus Pipe Band and the 11:30am The What & How of Bagpipes - Heritage Tent Grand Celtic Pipe Band- Downtown Fergus 2:00pm Fergus Brass Band - Highland Pub Students of Nonie Crete - Tea Garden 2:00pm Historical Walking Tours Horseshoeing Demonstration - Heritage Tent 12:00pm Massed Bands - Main Field Daniel McLaughlin - Tea Garden Fergus Library Historical Walking Tours - Fergus Library Horseshoeing Demonstration - Heritage Tent Chris McKool McKiddies Centre 3:00pm Festival Site - Gates Open Sine McKenna - Genealogy Liam McGlashon - Genealogy Chris McKool - McKiddies Centre Pub Opens - Highland Pub Pipe Band Competitions - Main Field Pub Opens - Highland Pub 3:30pm Children’s venue open - McKiddies Centre 2:15pm Men’s Catchweight - Tug of War Grounds 12:30pm Plaids & Tartans - Heritage Tent 4:00pm 78th Fraser Highlanders - Heritage Tent 2:30pm Liam McGlashon - McKiddies Centre 1:00pm Liam McGlashon - Highland Pub 5:00pm Children’s Venue closed - McKiddies Centre David Leask & James McKie - Heritage Tent David Leask & James McKie - Tea Garden Tuning of the Pipes by Robin Laing - Genealogy 3:00pm Stuart Cameron & Tommy Leadbeater Grand Celtic Pipe Band - Heritage Tent Mary Ellen Cann School of Highland Pub Highland Dance - McKiddies Centre 6:00pm Pipe Bands - Highland Pub Rev. Dr. Kevin Fast & Anthony Lordi Sheep Shearing - Heritage Tent Genealogy 6:30pm Inverness - Main Field George Chiappa - McKiddies Centre 1:30pm Daniel MacLaughlin - Heritage Tent 8:00pm MAIN FIELD - TATTOO Grade 5 Pipe Band Competition - Main Field Sheep Shearing - Heritage Tent Bob MacLean - Highland Pub Company 234 - Tea Garden 10:30pm The Town Pants - Highland Pub 2:00pm Stuart Cameron & Tommy Leadbeater 3:30pm Co-ed 600k Tug of War Ground 1:00am Pub Closes Tea Garden All about Scottish Cuisine - Heritage Tent Chris McKool - McKiddies Centre SATURDAY AUGUST 14TH 4:00pm Sultans of String - Highland Pub Horseshoeing Demonstration - Heritage Tent 7:45am Registration - Highland Dancing Area Dr. Kevin James - Genealogy Liam McGlashon - Genealogy Horseshoeing Demonstration - Heritage Tent David Leask & James McKie - Highland Pub 7:00am Gates Open Sine McKenna & Rob Knox - McKiddies Centre 2:30pm Plaid & Tartans - Heritage Tent McKiddies Centre open Liam McGlashon - McKiddies Centre Awards Ceremony - Highland Dancing Area All Day Battles of the Ages, Falcons & Other Birds of 4:30pm Tommy Leadbeater - Heritage Tent Prey, Crafts, Face Painting, Queen Boudicca 2:45pm Falconry - Main Field McKiddies Centre 5:00pm Children’s venue closed - McKiddies Centre 3:00pm Fiddlestix - Tea Garden Closing Ceremonies - Main Field George Chiappa - McKiddies Centre 8:30am Dancing Starts - Highland Dancing Area Sultans of String - Highland Pub Dr. Graeme Morton - Genealogy Professional Men’s Events - Heavy Events Area Sheep Shearing - Heritage Tent Lynn Boland Richardson- Genealogy 6:30pm David Leask & James McKie - Highland Pub Solo Competitions - Main Field 3:30pm Children’s Heavy Events (12yrs & under) 7:30pm Celtic Power House - Highland Pub Main Field 9:30am Robin Laing - Genealogy Fergus Pipe Band - Heritage Tent 8:30pm Inverness - Highland Pub 10:00am Women’s 540k - Tug of War Ground 3:45pm Hadrians Wall - Highland Pub 9:30pm 65th Anniversary Celebration Sine McKenna - McKiddies Centre Fireworks by David Whysall Free Admission 4:00pm Daniel McLaughlin - Tea Garden Horseshoeing Demonstration - Heritage Tent Robin Laing, Lynn Boland Richardson, A thank you for 65 great years of support 10:30am Men’s 700k - Tug of War Ground Carolyn McLeod, Sine McKenna and a from our patrons and the people of Fergus Stuart Cameron, Tommy Leadbeater panel of Scottish historians & language 10:30pm Fiddlestix - Highland Pub & Ed MacManus - Genealogy specialists - Genealogy Daniel McLaughlin - Heritage Tent Grand Celtic Pipe Band - Heritage Tent 1:00am Pub Closes - Highland Pub Rob Knox - McKiddies Centre 11:00am Fergus Scottish Festival Championship TH SUNDAY AUGUST 15 Highland Dancing Area 4:30pm Awards Ceremonies - Highland Dancing Area Pub Open - Highland Pub Tommy Leadbeater - Heritage Tent 7:00am Gates Open David Leask & James McKie - Highland Pub Registration - Highland Dancing Area 4:45pm Pipe Band Awards - Main Field Liam McGlahshon - Tea Garden 8:30am McKiddies Centre open 5:00pm Gr. 5 Awards & Final Massed Bands - Main Field Rev. Dr. Kevin Fast - McKiddies Centre All Day Battles of the Ages, Falcons & Other Birds of Hadrian’s Wall - Highland Pub Sheep Shearing - Heritage Tent Prey, Crafts, Face Painting, Queen Boudicca Venue Close - All 11:15am George Chiappa - Genealogy McKiddies Centre (Bookstore closes when all customers are served.) 11:30am Women’s 500k - Tug of War Ground

Thank You One & All The Fergus Scottish Festival would like to extend our thanks to all of our volunteers, particularly those volunteers holding leadership roles: Board of Directors Deb Dalziel (President) Warren Trask Lynn Boland Richardson Steve Clark Bryan Denny Jackie Greig John Jans Carolyn McLeod-McCarthy Carly O’Brien Treasurer Craig MacGregor Sponsorship Manager Bruce Lloyd Event Management Mary Lloyd Krystle Morris Gina Dineen

President’s Circle In recognition of significant long-term and ongoing volunteer contribution to the Festival

Bill Beattie Bill Rowe Bill Thoms Bob Kerr Bruce Youngblood Caroline Laing John K. Campbell Lynn Boland Richardson Rudi Chiarandini

Staff Box Office Assistant Jennifer Trommelen-Jones Office Assistant Quentin Archer

Leadership Volunteers Trevor Ashbee Andrew Campbell Brent Campbell Brenda Dineen Rob Ecclestone Judy Eckhardt Sue Foard Marilyn Harbour Karen Idzek Caroline Laing George Loney Bill Longshaw Dave MacMillan Paul McQueen Mike McComb Carolyn McLeod-McCarthy

Jeanette McDowell Brian McKay Brenda Mochrie Margaret Molitor Ellen Morrison Janine Ross Richard Ross Sandy Savoie Doug Sherwood Elizabeth Smith Bill Thoms Rob Thoms Adrian Trochta Bruce Youngblood Maggie Youngblood Todd Youngblood

Thank you to our community partners, area service clubs and organizations: Centre Wellington Chamber of Commerce - Michael Weinstein Community Resource Centre of North and Centre Wellington - Christine Booker Downtown Fergus BIA - George Mochrie Big Brothers Big Sisters of Centre Wellington - Sue Foard Fergus & District Kinsmen - Christopher Lloyd Men for Missions- Rob and Cathy Brown & Blair Nickerson Ralph Basset Associates - Bruce and Mary Lloyd Extreme Adventures Promotions Inc. Darryl Dalke & Dean Godin Security provided by a team of community groups coordinated by Allin, Chris and Muriel Brown St. John Ambulance - Les Morrison

Our Mission: To present, promote and preserve Scottish Culture within the framework of a Canadian multi-cultural society. Founded in 1946 by Alex Robertson, the Fergus Scottish Festival & Highland Games were created as a community wide celebration of Scottish life and customs. Since then the Festival has grown to proudly earn the title of the oldest and largest 3-day Scottish Festival in North America attracting over 28,000 visitors and is listed as one of the top 100 festivals in Ontario.

Thank you to our Event Producers Highland Dancing Association of Ontario Ontario Tug of War Association Pipers & Pipe Band Society of Ontario St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Wellington County Scottish Athletics Canadian Scottish Athletic Federation

Many thanks to every volunteer involved with the Festival. You make the Festival happen! 21

This event has been financially assisted by the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund of the Government of Ontario through the Ministry of Tourism and Culture, administered by the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund Corporation.

Highland Dance Competition Sponsored by Schneiders SATURDAY August 14th 7:45am 8:30am 11:00am 1:00pm 4:30pm

Registration Dancing Starts Fergus Scottish Festival Championship Break for Opening Ceremonies Awards Ceremonies

Fergus Scottish Festival Championship Championships are special competitions for Premier dancers and are sanctioned by the Scottish Official Board of Highland Dancing. The Fergus Scottish Festival Championship was created in 2006 in celebration of the Festival’s 60th Anniversary. Separate Championships are awarded by age group up to a maximum of 6. Dancers perform The Highland Fling, The Sword Dance, The Seann Triubhas and the Strathspey & Reel. Overall Trophies are awarded to three places with cash award to Champion, First Runner-Up and Second Runner-Up. Premier Highland Competition: The Highland Fling, Sword Dance, Seann Triubhas, and Strasthspey & Half Tulloch are included in this competition for Premier dancers A & B. Trophies and cash prizes are awarded.

SUNDAY August 15th 8:00am 8:30am 11:00am 4:30pm

Registration Dancing Starts Premier Highland Competition Awards Ceremonies

Pre-Premier Highland Competition This competition is for primary to intermediate dancers and includes the Highland Fling, Pas de Bas, Sword Dance, Seann Triubhas, and Strathspey & Half Tulloch. Primary dancers receive participation gifts while Beginners to Intermediates receive winner and runner-up trophies and monetary scholarships. National Competitions: Open to Beginners through Premier dancers, dances include the Strathspey & Highland Reel, The Barracks, The Village Maid, The Flora MacDonald and the Scottish Lilt. Trophies and cash prizes are awarded.

The Highland Dances The Highland Fling The Sword Dance (Gillie Challum)

The Seann Triubhas (Pronounced "shawn trews“)

Congratulations to the 2009 Winners of the Schneiders’ Highland Dance Competition Schneiders Spirit Award Winners: Saturday: Lucja Grant, Allison Swanson, Lisa Dupont Sunday: Grace Dunn, Isabella French Fergus Scottish Festival Scholarship Winners: Saturday: Lucja Grant, Lauren Mackenzie, Kersti Landra, Julia Marcel Sunday: Lucja Grant, Sarah Phillip, Catherine Brown, Kersti Landra, Jacqueline Sicard Liam McIain Productions Scholarship – Sarah Ketron Shirley Ashdown Memorial Seann Triubhas – Lauren Black Dancer of the Games: Lizzie Beattie Trips to Scotland: Mackenzie Smrekar, Lauren Black, Sarah Ketron

The Strathspey and Highland Reel Strathspey and Reel of Tulloch The National Dances Flora McDonald's Fancy The Sailor's Hornpipe Scottish Lilt Barracks *All events, times and locations are subject to change

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Main Field Sponsored by Celebrate Ontario SUNDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY August 15th August 13th August 14th 6:30pm 8:00pm

Inverness Tattoo

8:30am 10:00am 12:00pm 12:30pm 2:00pm 5:00pm 9:30pm

Solo Competitions Tug of War Opening Ceremonies Massed Bands Pipe Band Competitions Closing Ceremonies 65th Anniversary Fireworks by David Whysall Free Admission

10:00am Children’s Heavy Events (12yrs & under) 11:00am Falconry 12:00pm Massed Bands 1:30pm Gr. 5 Pipe Band Competition 2:45pm Falconry 3:30pm Children’s Heavy Events (12yrs & under) 4:45pm Pipe Band Awards 5:00pm Massed Bands Closing

Inverness

Falconry

A band formed around the concept of a Musical Play is now a life and force unto itself. Featuring seasoned musical veterans and a couple of Fergus’ own from the pipe band, Inverness performs traditional and original songs with a twist. It combines Celtic overtones with a more pop/rock based sound, bringing traditional favourites into the 21st century and beyond. Enjoy.

No one is sure when or where falconry began. Many say it began some 4,000 years ago in Asia Minor. Some say even earlier in the Far East. Falconry is the most highly regulated of all hunting sports today. Today, the ancient art of Falconry is still being practiced and used for bird control in such places as airports, orchards, landfill sites and is a safe efficient and economical alternative to poisons and chemicals.

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Tea Garden Sponsored by Nexans SUNDAY SATURDAY August 15th August 14th 11:00am 12:00pm 1:00pm 2:00pm 3:00pm

Liam McGlashon Daniel McLaughlin Daniel McLaughlin Students of Nonie Crete Company 234

Liam McGlashon Eleven-year-old Liam McGlashon, now making his home in Hamilton, was just six years old when he picked up the fiddle. Liam has honed his stage personality through playing on various stages, at kitchen parties, conventions and trade shows in Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, Ottawa, Toronto and Hamilton.

Tommy Leadbeater: Will again bring us his captivating voice, with its crystal clear tones, rich in harmonics and secure in its upper range which has earned him a reputation of being one of Nova Scotia's finest vocalists.

David Leask: David Leask is a performing songwriter who has blended his Scottish roots with the influence of his newfound Canadian home to produce three criticallyacclaimed CD's, one Juno nomination and a bag full of songwriting awards. His musical style is a fusion of Celtic soul & acoustic pop.

James McKie: At ten years old, James McKie began playing violin. Inspired by The Chieftains, he began picking out tunes and learning them by ear. James gained a thorough understanding of and deep respect for Cape Breton fiddle music after spending a couple of summers at the

12:00pm Daniel McLaughlin 1:00pm David Leask & James McKie 2:00pm Tommy Leadbeater & Stuart Cameron 3:00pm Fiddlestix 4:00pm Daniel McLaughlin Gaelic College in Nova Scotia. James is a dynamic and versatile musician fluent in many different styles of music.

Daniel McLaughlin As a boy, he received his formal vocal training while attending St. Michael’s Choir School. Growing up enveloped in music and influenced by his Celtic roots and a flourishing Scottish and Irish ex-patriot community in Toronto, Daniel absorbed the songs and stories of times back home and is a talented balladeer in the old country tradition.

Company 234 Enjoy the smiles and music of years gone by. Scottish Greats & Wartime favourites.

Fiddlestix With an arsenal of Celtic, bluegrass, jazz, electric funk and yes rock-be prepared to get on your feet and stay there! This energetic dynamic fantastic group of 4 is guaranteed to please everyone from 2-102! Having traveled the globe leaving avid fans in their wake.

Stuart Cameron Cheiftan of the Fergus Scottish Festival and promising young Canadian musician.

2010 Canadian Tug of War Championship Sponsored by Reid’s Heritage Homes Sat., August 14th, 2010 10:00am - 4:00pm The Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games is co-operation with the Canadian Tug of War Association are proud to present the 2010 Canadian Tug of War Championships. At the time of printing, participating teams are: Women's: Nissouri South Easthope Toronto Highlanders Zorra Men: Bluewater Nissouri South Easthope Toronto Highlanders Zorra Vancouver Sports Club Royal Canadian Regiment For further updates on this event and the teams participating, check our website at www.fergusscottishfestival.com

*All events, times and locations are subject to change

Scottish Heavy Events Sponsored by David Whysall International Fireworks FRIDAY August 13th 8:30am

Scottish Heavy Events School Competition

SATURDAY August 14th 8:30am Professional Men’s Events

SUNDAY August 15th 8:30am Masters; Amateurs; & Women’s Events

Competition Commentator: David P. Webster O.B.E From Irvine, Scotland, David P. Webster O.B.E. has a passion and great knowledge of the world’s highest standards of strength and physical culture sports. His skills surpass all others and have placed him in great demand worldwide. He is also an accomplished author, his most recent book is A World’s Illustrated History of Highland Games. The athletic competitions are always greatly enriched by Webster’s colourful commentary.

Canadian Open Men's Scottish Heavy Events Championship Invitational Competition - Professional Participants: Larry Brock- World Champion Sean Betz- World Champion Aaron Neighbour World Champion Hans Lokema- Holland Harrison Bailey III- U.S.A Mark Valenti- U.S.A.

Greg Hadley- Canada Markus Wand- Canada Christoph Wand- Canada Ryan Vierra- U.S.A. T.B.A

Order of Events: Stone 22lb Hammer 16lb Hammer 56lb Weight for Distance 28lb Weight for Distance Robertson Caber 56lb Weight for Height

Canadian Open Women's Scottish Heavy Events Championship: Invitational Competition - Amateurs & Professionals Participants: Summer Pierson- U.S.A. Josee Morneau- Canada Holly Goldethorpe- Canada Jackie Denny Greig- Canada Shellie Miller- U.S.A. Mindy Pokowski- U.S.A.

Julia McGeachie - Canada Heidi Lowry- Canada Adriane Blewitt - USA T.B.A.

Order of Events: 12lb Fergus Stone 28lb Weight for Height 14lb Weight for Distance 12lb Hammer Roberston Caber

Masters’ Scottish Heavy Events Competition: Invitational Competition - Professional athletes over 40 years old. Participants: Warren Trask Steve Clark Anthony Lordi Geir Stendal Harvey Barkauskus George Chiappa Mark Palmer Wade Goldthorpe Bill Knox Joe McPhie Kevin Fast John Jans

Order of Events: 24lb Fergus Stone 42lb Weight for Height Sheaf Toss 42lb Weight for Distance 28lb Weight for Distance 22lb Hammer Robertson Caber

The Robertson Caber: Competitor must pick a caber, run and toss it so it lands straight out from him/her at a 12 o’clock position. The Caber is tossed for accuracy not for distance.

The Hammers: They are tossed similar to the Olympic style where severe rotation imparts momentum to the hammer, then it is released for distance. Most athletes wear boots with bayonets to maintain ground contact.

The Sheaf: 16 or 20lb weighted ball of twine and burlap and a standard pitch fork to toss. The sheaf must pass over the horizontal bar, competitors get 3 attempts. The highest toss wins.

The Stone: Similar to a shot put except it uses a field stone. It is put from behind a trig which is a market log on the ground. It may be put either Braemar (standing) or standard shot-put fashion.

Weight for Distance:

Amateur Mens’ Scottish Heavy Events Championship: Invitational Competition - no cash prizes. Participants: Matthew Richardson Josh Goldthorpe Dean Curtis Heavy Events School Competitors

Scottish Heavy Event Descriptions:

Order of Events: 24lb Fergus Stone 56lb Weight for Height Sheaf Toss 56lb Weight for Distance 28lb Weight for Distance 16lb Hammer Robertson Caber

The weight is hurled from behind a trig with the athlete spinning to gain momentum before releasing.

Weight for Height: The weight is tossed up and over a horizontal bar using one hand.

*All events, times and locations are subject to change

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Pipers & Pipe Band Society of Ontario Sponsored by Extreme Adventure Promotions SATURDAY August 14th

SUNDAY August 15th

8:30am

Solo Competitions

12:00pm

Massed Bands

12:30pm

Massed Bands

1:30pm

Grade 5 Competition

2:00pm

Pipe Band Competitions

5:00pm

Grade 5 Awards Final Massed Bands

Grade 1 Toronto Police Pipe Band Grade 2 Burnett's & Struth Pipe Band Grade 3 400 TH Squadron Pipes & Drums Toronto Police Pipe Band Ottawa Police Service Pipe Band Durham Regional Police Pipe Band Windsor Police Pipe Band London Fire Fighters Association Pipe Band Paris/Port Dover Pipe Band Hamilton Police Pipes & Drums Grade 4 Brighton Legion Highlanders Dofasco Pipe Band Niagara Regional Police Pipe Band Hamilton Police Pipes & Drums Penetangore Pipe Band

Grand Celtic Pipe Band Paris/Port Dover Pipe Band The Frost Pipe Band London Fire Fighters Association Pipe Band Grade 5 Dundas Pipes & Drums White Heather Pipes & Drums London Fire Fighters Association Pipe Band Dofasco Pipe Band Paris/Port Dover Pipe Band Celtic Blue Highlanders Brantford Pipes & Drums Hamilton Police Pipes & Drums Grand Celtic Pipe Band Ottawa Police Service Pipe Band *Bands registered at time of print

The Fergus Scottish Festival hosts its piping competition in conjunction with the Pipers’ and Pipe Band Society of Ontario and is ranked as a “Champion Supreme Contest”. Competitors compete at different “grade” levels which are determined by the piping association. Players and Bands are assigned Grades 1 through 5 with Grade 1 including the most seasoned and experienced pipers and drummers. The Festival runs competitions for individual pipers and drummers, as well as whole pipe bands. Band competitions are the way most people judge bagpipe music. Solo Piping competitions are the way that pipers judge themselves. Bands are judged as much by very strict, standardized criteria as they are by subjective means. Bands who choose to compete must meet certain requirements. Bands in similar grades are required to perform tunes of the same style, to allow fair judging. For instance, a band competing in Grade 5 may be required to perform a medley (or set of tunes played continuously) of marches in a certain time signature. The higher the grade, the more difficult the requirements are, and the more tunes required. Also, the difficulty level of playing is also increased for higher grades. For example, a Grade 5 band would only have to submit one medley of marches (around 3 tunes). A band in Grade 2 may have to perform a medley of tunes of different styles and time signatures (around 6-8 tunes). The length of time allotted depends on the grade as well, ranging from 3-5 minutes to 7-10 minutes. Higher-grade bands (Grades 2 and 1) must also prepare two selections of required tunes (which judges draw at the starting line to determine which they will perform). This adds to the complexity and difficulty of tune requirements in competition. There are typically four judges that critique a competing band. These judges are seasoned professional players, and must pass an exam to be certified by the association in which they judge. In most associations, there are two piping judges, one drumming judge, and another for overall ensemble. Points are tallied and weighted as per the rules of the association, and the overall winner is awarded. Pipe sections and drum sections are judged on technical ability and technique, unison within the section (corps), use of harmonies or dynamics, score composition and tuning. The ensemble judge listens for overall effect within the entire band, how well the two corps play together, the tune selections chosen, and overall band sound. After the Closing Ceremonies are concluded and the winners are announced, each band receives a sheet from each judge, containing their comments about the performance, and any numeric points awarded.

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Fiddlestix With an arsenal of Celtic, bluegrass, jazz, electric funk and yes, rock-be prepared to get on your feet and stay there! This energetic dynamic fantastic group of 4 is guaranteed to please everyone from 2-102! Having traveled the globe leaving avid fans in their wake.

Bob McLean A brilliant Celtic fingerstyle guitarist, Bob is a gem of traditional & Celtic inspired tunes.

On behalf of the Ontario Council of Folk Festivals I wish to welcome you to the Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games and to congratulate everyone who had a hand making it a reality. The organizers, volunteers, Board of Directors, vendors, exhibitors and performers have all put in long hours to ensure that your experience here is happy and fulfilling. Of course, none of this would be possible without you, the audience. The Fergus Scottish Festival & Highland Games is an annual celebration of community spirit and great music in Fergus and we all play a part in its success. Collectively we create more than just an event on a weekend in time; we enrich the character and culture of our communities, and in turn our country. With twenty-eight member festivals, the Ontario Council of Folk Festivals is proud and delighted to celebrate and support the people and activities that fill our province’s fields and halls with music each summer, and indeed year round. Congratulations once again to the Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games on another successful year and hats off to everyone involved. Enjoy the festival! Most sincerely, Paul Mills, Board President

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