L E S S C H WA B P R E S E N T S T H E
DESCHUTES COUNTY
OFFICIAL FAIR GUIDE
2013
JULY 31- AUGUST 4 “Fun For The Whole Herd”
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2013 DESCHUTES COUNTY FAIR & RODEO
FIVE DAYS OF FUN & FAMILY MAJOR
ENTERTAINMENT
AARON TIPPIN
Friday, August 2 at 7 p.m.,
All concerts are free with fair admission. Tickets are required. Free tickets are available at all Central Oregon McDonald’s Restaurants each Wednesday from 2 to 7 p.m.
Hooker Creek Event Center Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Concert begins at 7 p.m. Concert sponsored by Big Country RV, McDonalds, GO! Magazine, Gary Gruner Chevrolet, KBNZ CBS, 99.7 FM Mountain Country.
CHEAP TRICK
KANSAS
Wednesday, July 31 at 7 p.m.,
Hooker Creek Event Center Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Concert begins at 7 p.m. Concert sponsored by Big Country RV, McDonalds, GO! Magazine, Gary Gruner Chevrolet, KBNZ CBS, Rock 98.3 The Twins.
KIP MOORE
Thursday, August 1 at 7 p.m.,
Hooker Creek Event Center Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Concert begins at 7 p.m. Concert sponsored by Big Country RV, McDonalds, GO! Magazine, Gary Gruner Chevrolet, KBNZ CBS, KSJJ 102.9, Cent Wise.
Saturday, August 3 at 7 p.m.,
Hooker Creek Event Center Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Concert begins at 7 p.m. Concert sponsored by Big Country RV, McDonalds, Gruner Chevrolet, KBNZ CBS, 105.7 KQAK, LITE 95.7.
RODEO DATES & TIMES All rodeo performances in the Juniper Rodeo Arena are free with fair admission. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
FOUR RODEOS!
Wed. July 31 - Sat., Aug. 3
All performances at 7 p.m. (Doors open at 5:30 p.m.) *Chute 9 Rodeo Dance held following Friday and Saturday rodeos.
CARNIVAL DISCOUNT DAYS The Deschutes County Fair carnival operates from 11 a.m. to Closing. (5 p.m. on Sunday) each day of the fair.
Wednesday, July 31
Pepsi Day: 30 percent off all Carnival rides ALL DAY, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. NO COUPON REQUIRED!
Thursday, August 1
News Channel 21/Fox Day *One free carnival ride ticket with the donation of one canned food item* Visit events.ktvz.com for details.
Sunday, August 4
Wristband Day sponsored by KOHD TV: $25 includes all the rides you can ride, a FREE game, and $1 off any food item at the Carnival. (Good from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
PARADE
Saturday, August 3 - Downtown Redmond 8 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lineup 9 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Judging 10 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Parade Begins *Parade form located in the Premium Book or online at www.expo.deschutes.org
BUCKAROO BREAKFAST
Sunday, August 4 - 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. Prices: Adults $8; Children $5; Children 6 and under eat free.
4-H EVENTS
Buyer’s BBQ: Saturday, August 3 at 11 a.m. Auction: Saturday, August 3 at Noon All animals to be auctioned in Swine Ring
FAIR DATES & TIMES WEDNESDAY, JULY 31 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Pepsi Day and Carnival Discount Day Senior Citizens 62+ FREE
THURSDAY, AUGUST 1 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
News Channel 21 & Fox Day 12 and Under Free, Receive one free carnival ride ticket with one can food item. Visit events.ktvz.com for details.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 2 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
The Bulletin/Mid Oregon Credit Union Day; All carnival games only $2
SATURDAY, AUGUST 3 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. SUNDAY, AUGUST 4 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
KOHD / Carnival Wristband Day Visit www.kohd.com for details. $5 Admission for Everyone!
FAIR ADMISSION PRICES Adult: Daily: $10; Season: $19 ALL TIMES LISTED ARE
Children: (6-12) Daily:SUBJECT $6; TO CHANGE Season: $11 (5-and-under) Free Senior Citizen (62+) Daily: $6; Season: $11 (Free on Wednesday) *Season and Day Passes are available at all Central Oregon Les Schwab Tire Stores and the Ticket Mill at the Old Mill District in Bend.
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The Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center is a 132-acre site located in Redmond, Oregon. It is placed strategically at the hub of the tri-county area (Deschutes, Jefferson and Crook Counties) collectively known as Central Oregon. It is 15 minutes from Bend, the largest city, 20 minutes from Prineville, 20 minutes from Sisters, 25 minutes from Madras, and 5 minutes from the Redmond Airport
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Five Days Of
FAMILY FUN by Nate Pedersen for The Bulletin
It’s “fun for the whole herd” this year at the Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo. The largest county fair in the state — and the largest event of any type east of the Cascades — will be celebrating its 94th year between Wednesday, July 31 and Sunday, Aug. 4 within the 80-acre fairgrounds in southeast Redmond. Ros s Ro g er s, D e s chute s Count y Fair Marketing Director, said there are plenty of reasons to attend this year for newcomers and longtime attendees alike. At the top of Rogers’ list is the fair’s tremendous value, which “is impossible to beat.” Rogers stressed that the price of admission ($10 for adults) gives you access to an award-winning rodeo, a concert series including four major concerts “that would typically cost $75 or so per ticket,” extensive 4-H exhibits and amusement park rides (additional tickets required). The Bulletin Family Fun Zone will also feature more than an acre of stage acts, carnival games, pony rides and a petting zoo for children, all free with paid fair admission. The major concert series this year begins with Cheap Trick on Wednesday evening in the Hooker Creek Event Center.
Rogers said that he “couldn’t be more satisfied” with this year’s line-up of musical acts. Cheap Trick is followed by Kip Moore on Thursday, Aaron Tippin on Friday, and Kansas on Saturday night. Cheap Trick and Kansas are both rock bands who hardly need an introduction. Both catapulted into fame in the 1970s on the strength of powerful singles like “I Want You to Want Me” by Cheap Trick and “Carry On Wayward Son” by Kansas. Aaron Tippin, another old hand, is a country music artist who achieved national attention in the 1990s with his hit single “You’ve Got to Stand for Something.” Kip Moore, representing the next generation of musicians, is a young, up-andcoming country artist who’s debut album, “Up All Night,” was released in 2012. His singles include “Somethin’ About a Truck” and “Beer Money.” Each concert begins at 7 p.m. While admission is free, the popular concerts require tickets that can be obtained at any McDonald’s in Bend, Redmond, Sisters, Prineville, Madras and La Pine on any Wednesday between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., beginning on July 3. New at the fair this year is the inclusion of Brad’s World Reptiles, who will bring “dozens of reptiles that people can hold or
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touch.” Rogers said there will also be a variety of tortoises from Brad’s World that will roam around in straw bale corrals. The kids can look forward to a new Cowboy Boot Camp in The Bulletin Family Fun Zone where they can learn how to rope a calf or milk a cow. Sudsy’s Barn will be there, too, an interactive water station built like a theme park with animals that talk. In addition to the new exhibits and installations, there are always new vendors, food, games and carnival rides. The 31 food vendors present this year will sell everything from standard fair food to Greek and Asian specialties. The carnival will have 25 rides present. Visitors can spend hours roaming the barns alone, which house many varieties of animals raised by participants in the local 4-H and FFA (Future Farmers of America) programs.
begins each evening from Wednesday through Saturday at 7 p.m. The annual fair and rodeo parade takes off on Saturday at 10 a.m. in downtown Redmond. Admission to the fair is $10 for adults, with $19 for a season pass that lets you attend each day of the fair. Children ages 6 to 12, and seniors over 62, pay $6 for admission and $11 for a season pass. Children under 6 get in free. Different days of the fair offer different discounts, so plan your trip accordingly. Wednesday is Senior Day, when all seniors 62 and older gain free admission. On Thursday, all children 12 and under are free. On Friday, all carnival games are reduced to $2 each. On Sunday, admission is reduced to $5 for all entries. The fair is well attended, with up to 30,000 people spread over the 80 acres of fairgrounds during the busiest times of day. Rogers would like to remind people that “if you want to avoid the traffic, come early and stay late.” The fair opens at 10 a.m. each day. It closes at 10 p.m on Wednesday and Thursday, 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Fun for the whole herd!
T h e re i s a l s o an “o p e n” category for participants outside these organizations who wish to join in the friendly competition. While most of the barns will be dedicated to the animals, the South Sister building will display vegetables, quilts, canned goods and art. Rogers said that it is a “wonderful experience seeing all the barns full of kids and their animals.” The popular and multiple award winning rodeo
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Another option for avoiding traffic at the two entries into the fairground parking lots is to take the bus. (A schedule for free fairgrounds buses is located on page 28 of this fair guide.) Rogers said that “everyone should go [to the fair] at least once.” Whether you are a newcomer to the county, or you’ve been attending the fair since you were a kid yourself, there will be “fun for the whole herd” this year and a plethora of options to keep you and the little ones entertained.
DESCHUTES COUNTY FAIR & RODEO
FREE Entertainment Guide Cheap Trick
Kip Moore
Kansas Aaron Tippin
Priceless Entertainment H I G H L I G H T S D E S C H U T E S C O U N T Y FA I R & R O D E O by Molly Hover, for The Bulletin The fair in Central Oregon brings to mind a few standards: elephant ears, gut-twisting rides and the Deschutes County Fair Free Concert Series. Every year, the Deschutes County Fair and its sponsors (Big Country RV, Gary Gruner Chevrolet, GO! Magazine and KBNZ) create a lineup of top-rate musical performers. This year’s lineup features Cheap Trick, Kip Moore, Aaron Tippin, and Kansas, an eclectic mix of country, pop, and rock that organizers expect will appeal to multiple generations of fair goers. Fair marketing coordinator Ross Rogers said the process of selecting these acts requires working with a booking agent in Nashville, along with input from the fair manager and others on the Deschutes County Fair Association board. “Something a lot of folks don’t realize is that for our fair, we have to hit the bullseye four nights in a row for our lineup,” Rogers said. “We start off with a wish list of entertainers we would like to have at the fair and present that to our booking agent.”
The finished product this year is, Rogers states simply, “one of the best lineups we’ve had for years.” Each concert begins at 7 p.m. with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. in the Hooker Creek Event Center in the Deschutes County Fairgrounds. Cheap Trick kicks off the series on Wednesday night with their classic mix of rock and pop to fire up the crowd of loyal listeners, which they’ve done since the ‘70s with hits such as “I Want You to Want Me” and “The Flame.” Thursday’s performance will feature country singer Kip Moore, “who has been burning up the charts the past year with two No. 1 hits,” according to Rogers. He will perform songs such as “Beer Money” and “Hey Pretty Girl,” two of his more popular hits. Rogers adds that the series always tries to include “classic country, which we’ve nailed with Aaron Tippin.” Tippin is a self-made artist who emerged on the scene in the early ‘90s with what’s been described as music that sings to American roots. Songs, such as “You’ve Got to Stand for Something,” have become armed services anthems over the years. The last night of the Free Concert Series ends
with a second infusion of classic rock, this time by Kansas. “Classic rock is getting harder and harder to come by,” Rogers says, but he added that fair goers are fortunate in getting Kansas to perform such hits as “Carry on Wayward Son” and “Dust in the Wind.” Tickets are required for each free show. They can be picked up at Central Oregon McDonalds every Wednesday from 2 to 7 p.m. through July 31. Tickets for fair admission are being pre-sold at participating Les Schwab Tire Stores and the Ticket Mill in the Old Mill District ($10 for adults; $6 for children and seniors). The Deschutes County Fair Free Concert Series is a great way for the entire family to enjoy music from performers who love what they do. Not only are the shows free with fair admission, but the Deschutes County Fair was also one of the first fairs to feature such a series, according to Rogers. Be sure to get your pass before the performances. The concerts feature performances you won’t want to miss.
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WEDNESDAY • JULY 31
Cheap Trick A band the emerged on the scene in the ‘70s, Cheap Trick is a blast from the past with their recognizable combinations of pop, punk and a dash of metal. Originally from Illinois, Cheap Trick is made up of Robin Zander (vocal, guitar), Rick Nielsen (lead guitar), Tom Petersson (bass guitar) and Bun E. Carlos (drums). The quartet of men have been making music since ‘73 and have sold more than 20 million records featuring hits such as “I Want You to Want Me,” “Clock Strikes Ten” and “The Flame.” Their last album, aptly named “The Latest,” was released in 2009 featuring songs such as “Asleep Forever” and “Times of Our Lives.” The vibe they create is funky and eclectic. Go wonder they’ve been referred to as the American Beatles by the Japanese Press.
Pepsi Day l a v i n r a C And Discount Day
Fair Hours: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Carnival Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Pepsi Day: 30 percent off all carnival rides ALL DAY, with no coupon required!
Attractions (Various Times) The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Petting Zoo Brad’s World Reptiles NAS Oregon State Feats of Strength Strongman Alien Invasion Laser Tag Arena
Wednesday, July 31 | 7 p.m. • Hooker Creek Event Center
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10 a.m.
Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo GATES OPEN
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Eberhard’s Dairy Talent Show, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage The Cutest Show on Earth, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Stage
1 p.m.
Sack Races, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Cowboy Boot Camp
1:30 p.m.
Watermelon Eating Contest, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Stage
3 p.m.
The Cutest Show on Earth, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Stage
3:15 p.m.
Steve the Pretty Good, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
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2013 Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo • Schedule of Events • Wednesday The Cutest Show on Earth, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Stage
8:15 p.m.
Steve the Pretty Good, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
5:45 p.m.
Steve the Pretty Good, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
9 p.m.
Lace and Lead, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
6 p.m.
Sister Dance Academy, Center Circle Stage Horseshoe Toss, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Cowboy Boot Camp
6:30 p.m.
Lace and Lead, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
7 p.m.
Cheap Trick, Hooker Creek Event Center
Hypnotist, Center Circle Stage 10 p.m.
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Deschutes County Rodeo, Rodeo Arena Deschutes County Rodeo
4 p.m.
Hypnotist, Center Circle Stage The Cutest Show on Earth, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Stage
Lace and Lead, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Cowboy Boot Camp 3-Legged Races, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Field
5 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
Ajih Jean, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
8 p.m.
Sunshine Cloggers, Center Circle Stage
Ajih Jean, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
Bean Bag Toss, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Cowboy Boot Camp Lace and Lead
TOURING THE YEARS Past Major Entertainers at the Deschutes County Fair 1989:
Charlie Daniels, Paul Revere and the Raiders
1997:
Joe Diffie, Kansas
1990:
Charlie Pride, The Kingsmen
1998:
Tracy Byrd, Bachman Turner Overdrive
1991:
The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, The Marshall Tucker Band, The Coasters
1999:
First Year at New Fairgrounds: Alabama, Kenny Chesney, Elvin Bishop
1992:
Tanya Tucker, Quarterflash
1993:
Merle Haggard, Bachman Turner Overdrive
2000: Bonnie Raitt, The Beach Boys, Wynonna, “Weird Al” Yankovic
1994:
Collin Raye, Three Dog Night
1995:
Pam Tillis, Steppenwolf
1996:
Tracey Lawrence, Creedance Clearwater Revisited
2001:
Kenny Rogers,
2006: LeeAnn Womack, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, 38 Special 2007: Eddie Money, Blake Shelton, JoDee Messina 2008: Little Big Town, Alice Cooper, Kellie Pickler 2009: Jake Owen, Peter Frampton, Lady Antebellum 2010:
Neal McCoy, Joe Diffie, Styx, “Weird Al” Yankovic
2011:
The Guess Who, Clay Walker, REO Speedwagon, Joan Jett & The Blackhearts
2012:
Chris Young, Uncle Kracker, Hot Chelle Rae, Bad Company former lead singer Brian Howe
2002: Sara Evans, Smashmouth, Tait 2003: First Year of FREE Concerts: Trick Pony, Carrot Top 2004: Phil Vassar, Loverboy, Stacie Orrico 2005: Terri Clark, Firefall, Poco, Craig Morgan
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THURSDAY • AUGUST 1
Kip Moore
Thursday, August 1, 7 p.m. | Hooker Creek Event Center
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Native of Tifton, Georgia, Kip Moore entered the country music world just last year (2012) but has been playing guitar since high school. Upon moving to Nashville in 2004, Moore observed the singer/songwriter community of country artists until he believed himself ready to perform for small audiences. Soon, he was performing hit singles such as “Beer Money,” “Hey Pretty Girl” and “Somethin’ ‘Bout a Truck,” which have been described as being full of soul. His lyrics often portray personal experiences in the young artist’s life. The music from his first album “Up All Night,” is only the beginning of the up-andcoming a singer and songwriter’s career.
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News 1 2 l e n n a Ch And Fox Day Fair Hours: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Carnival Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Kids 12 and Under Admitted Free *Receive one free carnival ride ticket with a canned food donation Visit events.ktvz.com for details.
Attractions (Various Times) The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Petting Zoo Brad’s World Reptiles NAS Oregon State Feats of Strength Strongman Alien Invasion Laser Tag Arena
EVENT LOCATIONS
3 p.m.
Employment Source Center Circle Stage Eberhard Dairy Food Court Stage | Hooker Creek Event Center | Rodeo Arena | The Bulletin Family Fun Zone
The Cutest Show on Earth, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Stage
3:15 p.m.
Lace and Lead, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
4 p.m. Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo GATES OPEN
Horseshoe Toss, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Cowboy Boot Camp
4:30 p.m.
The Cutest Show on Earth, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Stage
Summit Express Jazz Band, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
5 p.m.
The Cutest Show on Earth, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Stage
10 a.m. Noon 1 p.m.
5 Pint Mary, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage 3-Legged Races, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Cowboy Boot Camp
1:45 p.m.
Steve the Pretty Good, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
2 p.m.
Cupcake Walk, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Stage
2:30 p.m.
5 Pint Mary, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
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2013 Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo • Schedule of Events • Thursday 5:15 p.m.
4H FFA Eberhard’s Ice Cream Social, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
6 p.m.
Terpsachorian Dance Studio, Center Circle Stage
7 p.m.
8 p.m.
The Cutest Show on Earth, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Stage
9:30 p.m.
Lace and Lead, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
Steve the Pretty Good, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
10 p.m.
Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo - GATES CLOSE
Bean Bag Toss, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Cowboy Boot Camp
Ms. Kimber’s Dance Magic, Center Circle Stage
Kip Moore, Hooker Creek Event Center
Sack Races, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Cowboy Boot Camp
Deschutes County Rodeo, Rodeo Arena Lead and Lace, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage Hypnotist, Center Circle Stage
8:45 p.m.
Summit Express Jazz Band, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
9 p.m.
Hypnotist, Center Circle Stage
FRIDAY • AUGUST 2
The Bulletin/ Mid Oregon Credit Union Day
Aaron Tippin
Friday, August 2, 7 p.m. Hooker Creek Event Center
Country singer, songwriter and record producer Aaron Tippin is an artist of many trades. Debuting in the early ‘90s, his single “You’ve Got to Stand for Something” became an ode for the American soldiers in the Gulf War and helped to establish his style in the music industry. His passion has been creating music, and in the early days of his career, he performed in bars and local venues in Florida and Nashville. After releasing albums through RCA Records and Lyric Street, Tippin created his own record label in 2006, Nippit Records, and has produced singles such as “Drill Here, Drill Now” and “He Believed.” His songs remain country in their roots with the heart of an artist with dedication to music.
Fair Hours: 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Carnival Hours: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. *All Carnival Games $2 All Day Attractions (Various Times) The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Petting Zoo Brad’s World Reptiles NAS Oregon State Feats of Strength Strongman Alien Invasion Laser Tag Arena
Summit Express Jazz Band
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2013 Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo • Schedule of Events • Friday Sack Races, Bulletin Family Fun Zone
2:30 p.m.
Honor Veterans, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
3 p.m.
The Cutest Show on Earth, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Stage
3:15 p.m.
Steve the Pretty Good, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
4 p.m.
Long Tail Eddy, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
7 p.m.
Just Us Band
Sack Races, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Cowboy Boot Camp
10 a.m. Noon
1 p.m.
4:45 p.m.
Steve the Pretty Good, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
5 p.m.
The Cutest Show on Earth, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Field
5:30 p.m.
Long Tail Eddy, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
Horseshoe Toss, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Cowboy Boot Camp
Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo - GATES OPEN The Cutest Show on Earth, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Stage
1:45 p.m.
OBSIDIAN Jazz Band, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
2 p.m.
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Hypnotist, Center Circle Stage The Cutest Show on Earth, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Stage 7:15 p.m.
Long Tail Eddy, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
8 p.m.
Kurt Van Meter, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage Hokulea, Center Circle Stage
Stick Horse Barrel Racing, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Stage Area
Bean Bag Toss, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Cowboy Boot Camp Long Tall Eddy
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Steve the Pretty Good, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
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Aaron Tippin, Hooker Creek Event Center
Bella Acappella, Center Circle Stage 3-Legged Races, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Cowboy Boot Camp
6:15 p.m.
9 p.m.
Kurt Van Meter, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
Just Us Band, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage Hypnotist, Center Circle Stage
11 p.m.
Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo - GATES CLOSE
SATURDAY • AUGUST 3
Fair Hours:
10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Carnival Hours: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Attractions (Various Times) The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Petting Zoo Brad’s World Reptiles NAS Oregon State Feats of Strength Strongman Alien Invasion Laser Tag Arena
EVENT LOCATIONS Center Circle Stage | Eberhard Dairy Food Court Stage | Hooker Creek Event Center | Rodeo Arena | The Bulletin Family Fun Zone
Kansas
Saturday, August 3, 7 p.m. • Hooker Creek Event Center Forty years as a band is nothing to complain about. The ‘70s band from non other than Kansas began small (in a garage) and made it big by releasing rock hits that have become anthems across generations. Current members Phil Ehart (drums, percussion), Rich Williams (guitars), Billy Greer (bass, vocals), Steve Walsh (keyboards, synthesizers, vocals) and David Ragsdale (violin, guitars, vocals) have produced such hits as “Carry on Wayward Son,” “Dust in the Wind” and “All I Wanted.” The band released their first album in 1974 and have continued to tour ever since, focusing on Europe and North America. Though the band members have changed over the last 40 years, the legacy of Kansas has not and their most recent album, “There’s No Place Like Home,” shows that this band is truly at home with their passion: music.
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2013 Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo • Schedule of Events • Saturday
Pie Eating Contest, Family Fun Zone
10 a.m.
Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo - GATES OPEN
1:45 p.m.
Steve the Pretty Good, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
Noon
The Cutest Show on Earth, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Stage
2:30 p.m.
Katie Bullock and Una Wagner, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
1 p.m.
Jubilee Strings, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
3 p.m.
The Cutest Show on Earth, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Stage
Bean Bag Toss, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Cowboy Boot Camp
3:15 p.m.
Winners Talent Show, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
Pie Eating Contest, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Stage
4 p.m.
Horseshoe Toss, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Cowboy Boot Camp
1:30 p.m.
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2013 Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo • Schedule of Events • Saturday Sack Races, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Cowboy Boot Camp 7 p.m.
9 p.m.
Hypnotist, Center Circle Stage
11 p.m.
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Kansas, Hooker Creek Event Center Deschutes County Rodeo, Rodeo Arena
Charles Button Blues Band
Steve the Pretty Good, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage Hypnotist, Center Circle Stage
Bulletin Family Fun Zone
The Cutest Show on Earth, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Stage
4:30 p.m.
Katie Bullock and Una Wagner, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
5 p.m.
The Cutest Show on Earth, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Stage
7:45 p.m.
Kurt Van Meter, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
5:15 p.m.
Steve the Pretty Good, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
8 p.m.
Zumba Fitness, Center Circle Stage
6 p.m.
Kurt Van Meter, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage Redmond School of Dance, Center Circle Stage
3-Legged Races, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Cowboy Boot Camp 8:45 p.m.
Charles Button Blues Band, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
2013 Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo • Schedule of Events • Sunday
KOHD / Carnival Wristband Day Visit www.kohd.com for details.
Fair Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Carnival Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. $5 Admission for Everyone!
10 a.m.
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Noon
The Cutest Show on Earth, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Stage
1 p.m.
Showcase Chorus and Harmoneers, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
EVENT LOCATIONS: Center Circle Stage | Eberhard Dairy Food Court Stage | Hooker Creek Event Center Rodeo Arena | The Bulletin Family Fun Zone
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3-Legged Races, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Cowboy Boot Camp 2 p.m.
The Cutest Show on Earth, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Stage
2:15 p.m.
Notables Swing Band, Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage
3 p.m.
Sack Races, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Cowboy Boot Camp
4 p.m.
Horseshoe Toss, The Bulletin Family Fun Zone Cowboy Boot Camp
5 p.m.
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An old-fashioned affordable County Fair with something FUN for everyone!
FAMILY FUN ZONE
Once you’ve paid for general admission, come enjoy games, contests, shows, and more! And it’s all FREE!
Petting Zoo and Pony Rides
CUTEST Sponsored by Central Oregon Ranch Supply
LIL’ BUCKAROOS CAN HONE THEIR WILD WEST SKILLS with fun activity stations such as gold panning, roping, horse saddling and more. MILK A COW! (It’s not real but it’s really cool!)
PEDAL TRACTOR AREA! DRESS LIKE A COWBOY OR COWGIRL!
Show on Earth
sponsored by Mobile Cat & Dog Vet
A high-energy show designed to get family members playing together. Kids dress up and become star performers in a live theater experience of “Let’s Pretend Farm Time Tour”. Each show features up to 18 kids of all ages chosen from the audience.
Performances each day at noon, 3 p.m., 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Return this year from the DD Ranch in Terrebonne. BROWNIE THE STEER WILL BE THERE TOO!
Other contests throughout the day. Some with cash prizes, some with ribbons, some with carnival tickets as prizes. Including: • Watermelon Eating Contest, Wednesday, 1:30 p.m • Pie Eating Contest, Saturday, 1:30 p.m. • Apple Bobbing everyday 2 to 5 p.m. by Bobbie Strome Real Estate • Humane Society of Central Oregon • Games and contests by Ridgefield High Lacrosse Team • Smokey Bear Birthday Party, Saturday, 4 p.m. It’s an interactive water station built like a mini-theme park with animals that talk! Washing your hands has never been so fun! Awarded one of the most popular Fair attractions in the West. THE BULLETIN FAMILY FUN ZONE IS MADE POSSIBLE BY THE SUPPORT OF THESE FINE SPONSORS: Service & Integrity With Results
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OFFERING FUN FOR EVERYONE AT THE FAIR
FAMILY FUN ZONE SPONSORED BY:
Bobbie Strome Real Estate
OPEN WEDNESDAY THROUGH SUNDAY,
11 A.M. - 9 P.M. UNTIL 5 P.M. SUNDAY
“Even in these challenging economic times, you can spend the day at the fair having old-fashioned fun with the entire family for free.” The Bulletin Family Fun Zone returns to the fair again this year to give families an opportunity for free, oldfashioned fun. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Fun Zone, and organizers will celebrate its success with more activities for kids (and adults) of all ages.
“The Fun Zone has been an important part of the fair for 10 years because families have a place to come and play together all day,” said Martha Tiller, the Special Projects Manager of The Bulletin and coordinator of the Fun Zone. “It’s safe, fun and free.” The large area on which it takes place features a covered stage with a sound system and seating, a large field for playing games, and interactive exhibits. Events such as three-legged races, a bean bag toss and sack races remain an integral part of the Fun Zone, maintaining an old-fashioned
feel. The Fun Zone is completely free, and the games provide opportunities to earn prizes to be used elsewhere at the fair. Highlights of this year’s Fun Zone include Cowboy Boot Camp, an educational and fun Old West exhibit that teaches kids how to dress like a cowboy or cowgirl and learn about agriculture. Sudsy’s Barn is an interactive handwashing station with animals to keep everyone clean and cool at the fair. The Cutest Show on Earth will also make its debut
(daily) at the fair this year, giving children the opportunity to dress as their favorite animals and perform in front of fair goers — definitely a site to see! Of course, old favorites will be returning as well: Smokey Bear, pie eating contests, water balloon tosses and the cake walk, to name a few. Mike Duggan, owner of DD Ranch near Terrebonne, said his ranch will contribute “chickens, bunnies, a baby calf, a pony with foal, baby goats and baby pigs” to the petting zoo. Ever wondered how to play lacrosse? Ridgeview High School lacrosse players will also be stopping by to demonstrate the sport and pass water balloons with their lacrosse sticks. The Bulletin Family Fun Zone “brings back the oldfashioned feel of the fair” according to Tiller, adding that in the Fun Zone, there is no technology, no cell phones, just “the whole family enjoying each other’s company in the sun.”
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DD RANCH PETTING ZOO AND PONY RIDES The Bulletin Family Fun Zone. FREE.
Enjoy the chance to pet, feed and interact with a number of different animals from DD Ranch of Terrebonne in The Bulletin Family Fun Zone starting at 11 a.m. each day of the fair. The petting zoo will include such animals as goats, rabbits, cows and donkeys.
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TALENT SHOW, SPONSORED BY EBERHARD’S DAIRY Wednesday, July 31, Noon-3 p.m., Food Court Stage, FREE.
Enjoy 24 talent show acts — traditionally including singers, musicians, dancers, bands, magicians, jugglers and acts of all kinds — at this year’s Deschutes County Fair Talent Show, sponsored by Eberhard’s Dairy. Four acts will be chosen by a panel of three judges for $1,000 in prizes and the right to perform again in a 10- to 12-minute set on Saturday, Aug. 3. Two acts, one youth (under 16) and one adult (16 and older) may qualify for the State Fair Talent Show.
NAS OREGON STATE FEATS OF STRENGTH STRONGMAN
F A I R !
LAZER TAG
Next to the Fun Zone. What do you get when you combine aliens, laser tag, and an inflatable tent? An Alien Invasion laser tag arena! The large inflatable arena can hold eight players at a time minimum of 3.5 feet. Inside the arena is a maze in which player have to journey through to become the sole winner in the 6 minutes given per game. The wait in line will be worth it! $6/person.
BOBBLE BAY
Across from the Fun Zone. At Bobble Bay, you’ll walk on water but you won’t get wet. Think bumper cars in a bubble — at Bobble Bay, kids crawl into their own bubbles and stay as dry as the high desert while they crawl, roll, tumble and skim across the surface of a water-filled pool. $5
Located in front of Dairy Barn.
Watch feats of strength demonstrated on the grass as adults and children alike participate in a sled drag medley, log clean and press, atlas stones, tire flip medley and more.The event will start at 11:15 a.m. and continue into the evening of Saturday, Aug. 3 and will consist of no more than 50 adults and 20 kids from around the Pacific Northwest. Trophies given to those who pass the tests of strength. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy!
BRAD’S WORLD REPTILES In Center Circle Area. FREE.
Ever wanted to get your picture taken with an alligator or hold a snake? Brad’s World Reptiles exhibit will allow you to do this and much more. See turtles, lizards, snakes, parrots and many other exotic animals not typically found in the high desert. Brad Tylman himself states that the “core value is having a few representative animals with a storyline.” Be a part of the story and make a reptile friend.
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SUDSY’S BARN
In the Fun Zone. FREE. Sudsy’s Barn is an interactive water station built like a mini-theme park with animals that talk! Washing your hands has never been so fun! Awarded one of the most popular fair attractions in the West, visit Sudsy’s Barn for a healthy dose of down-home fun with suds. It’s the world’s best hand-washing station!
FOUR ST RAIGHT D AYS OF
RODEO EXCITEMEN
by Gregg Morris , for The Bulletin
The Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo is back for its 94th year at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds Wednesday, July 31 through Sunday, Aug. 4. While families are excited to experience the carnival rides, cowboys across the west are getting ready for rides of a different nature, rodeo rides. The Deschutes County Rodeo is free with your admission to the Fair. Fair tickets for adults are $10/day or $19 for a five-day pass. Children ages six to twelve and seniors over the age of 62 are $6 each day or $11 for a five day pass while kids five and under are free. Sunday’s entry is just five dollars for everyone. The rodeo pre-show begins at 7 p.m. each night, followed by the rodeo at 7:30 p.m. The 2013 Deschutes County Rodeo is a top-tier event sanctioned by the Northwest Pro Rodeo Association. As has become the tradition, the Rodeo picked up another, “Rodeo of the Year” award last year. That makes ten such awards in the last eleven years. ”What really makes this rodeo special is the work done by the committee,” says Randy Amis, rodeo director. “They work very hard to make sure everything runs smoothly. We have a great staff, great fairgrounds and the highest purse around.” The entries for the annual event opened July 23. While there is no way of knowing who the list of competitors will include, they are expecting some of the top cowboys and cowgirls in the west to throw their hat into the ring. “We get riders from Oregon, Texas, Nevada, California, Washington, Idaho, Arizona, Utah and Wyoming,” says Randy. “I am seeing a lot of new names that I am not familiar with.” Randy does expect some strong local talent to join
in the fun. Last year’s Saddle Bronc champion, Mark Gage will put down his horseshoes and come to Redmond. Meanwhile, Idaho’s Brian Martin, current leader in the Saddle Bronc standings, will challenge Mark for the title. Also expected are Terrebonne’s Sam Willis and his daughters, Stevie Rae Willis and Sammie Jo Cardoza.
The 2013 Deschutes County Rodeo is a top-tier event sanctioned by the Northwest Pro Rodeo Association. Sam is the winningest cowboy in NPRA history. New this year at the rodeo is the novice divisions for both Bareback and Saddle Bronc. Both beginner level events aim to attract more cowboys to the sport.
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Terrebonne resident, Kedo Olson will announce this year’s rodeo. Olson is a National Senior Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame Radio Announcer. This year’s total purse remains close to $50,000 for the ropers and riders who are also looking to gain some much deserved respect from their fellow competitors. Most of the professionals cross paths throughout the year as they travel across the west to compete in some of the over 40 NRPA-sanctioned rodeos. All of the athletes are searching for a spot in the Championship finals, held annually in September. Chute #9 will be back this year, allowing the spectators to mingle with the some of the competitors in a very informal atmosphere. Chute #9 allows for a special connection between the cowboys and fans as they swig beers and listen to music. Portland’s country-singing cowboy Kurt Van Meter will perform both Friday and Saturday nights. The 2013 Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo Queen is Jessie Foster, while Clay Penhollow will serve as this year’s grand marshal. Both say they are proud to be ambassadors for the 2013 Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo. Between the barrel racer’s speed, bronc and bull rider’s strength, and the roping team’s skill, the rodeo has something to offer for everyone. For more information on the 94th annual Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds, please visit expo.deschutes.org/index.php/ fair_expo/.
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CEC High Voltage Safety Trailer Demonstrations
FREE at the Deschutes County Fair Don’t miss Central Electric Cooperative’s 7,200-volt safety demonstration at the Deschutes County Fair this year. Free, for people of all ages, but especially the “live-wires” in your family. Watch the experts demonstrate the potential hazards of downed power lines. Learn what you should do, and what you shouldn’t ... all from a safe distance and under the watchful eyes of Central Electric’s electrical experts. Witness the flash of an electrical arc, hotter than the surface of the sun. Learn about electrical faults and other dangerous situations, and how to avoid them.
Board of Directors Tom Strand Chairman Dan Steelhammer Vice Chairman
Kip Light Secretary & Treasurer Shirley McCullough Director
Beverly Clarno Director William B. Keeton Director
Kenneth H. Miltenberger Director Kelly McFarlane Director
David C. Clemens Director Dave Markham President, CEO
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2013 Grand Marshal:
Clay Penhollow by Gregg Morris, for The Bulletin
When choosing the grand marshal for the Deschutes County Fair and Rodeo, the board looks for characteristics that will serve them well. They try to pick locals who have a history of contributions to the fair as well as the community in general. The 2013 Deschutes County Fair and Rodeo Grand Marshal, Clay Penhollow, fits this bill. “Clay’s been involved in 4-H all of his life,” said Craig Unger, fair board president. “He’s a native of Redmond and a third-generation grand marshal.” Penhollow was born and raised in Redmond and, except for his college years, has lived in Central Oregon all of his life. He currently works as a natural resources planner for the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. “I got involved in 4-H as a child because we lived on a farm and my cousins were already involved,” Penhollow said. “They’re a good organization for youth to learn life skills such as record keeping, speaking in public and meeting deadlines.” His interest in 4-H expanded and lead him to become involved with the Deschutes County Fair during the early 1970s. In the 1980s, Penhollow began to help his dad, Carroll, and his uncle Mike at the 4-H/FFA Auction Buyers Barbecue. He then assumed the role of BBQ pit boss. He quickly learned livestock carcass evaluation and continues to assist with contests, passing down his knowledge to those interested. He has filled the role of ringmaster for the 4-H beef division and helped out with the draft horses at the parade and rodeo performances.
Penhollow also serves on the 4-H Oregon State Fair Advisory Committee and is a member of the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Posse. “I also like to hunt and fish,” he said. “I have a labrador retriever that likes to go hunt for waterfowl and other birds.” Grand marshal duties are vast, but they all center around promoting the fair and rodeo. “We’ve done a bunch of parades, like the Crooked River Roundup, Sisters, Jefferson County as well as the Deschutes County Fair,” Penhollow said. In what is probably a first for the Deschutes County Fair and Rodeo, Penhollow is a third-generation family member to be honored to serve as Deschutes County Fair and Rodeo Grand Marshal. In 1985, Penhollow’s grandfather, Rev. D.L. “Penny” Penhollow, was grand marshal. Then, in 2006, Penhollow’s uncle, Mike Penhollow, a former fair director, held the position. The role of grand marshal is an important one, as it puts a face to the almost century-old tradition. But it’s more than that. “In the past, the Grand Marshal title was more of an honorary one,” Penhollow said. “Now, they try to pick people who are very involved in the fair and rodeo. I am happy to be chosen.”
2013 Deschutes Fair & Rodeo Queen:
Jessie Foster by Molly Hover, for The Bulletin
The roaring crowd is hushed as the rodeo queen rides into the arena. Heart beating fast, she takes a deep breath, grips the reins tighter in her left hand, and waves confidently with her right hand. “It’s just me, my horse, and the crowd,” said Jessica Foster, the 2013 Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo Queen. Foster has had a love for horses and the rodeo throughout her entire 19 years. Although many things have changed in her life since she moved away for college last year, Foster maintains the values that “rodeo queens are role models, speakers, and cowgirls.” After graduating from Summit High School last spring, Foster began her college career at the University of Oregon and is currently studying public relations in the Journalism School while playing on an intramural soccer team, joining the Delta Gamma sorority and working for the U of O newspaper, The Daily Emerald. Her year has been checkered with many visits home to fulfill her duties as a queen — “traveling to various rodeos, pageants, coronations and events promoting the rodeo” — and for calming rides on her beloved horse, Keeper. In high school, Foster participated in choir, soccer, 4H, the school newspaper and, of course, the Oregon High School Equestrian Team for which she competed in the state championship her senior year. Prior to becoming this year’s
rodeo queen, Jessie was also named the 2012 Jefferson County Fair and Rodeo Queen. According to Kathy Russell, the Deschutes County Fair and Rodeo queen advisor, tryouts are rigorous and the applicants are judged for their horsemanship, orating skills, interview, and application. Russell said Foster is a “well-rounded young lady...she is one of those people who can talk to a young child and speak at a large luncheon.” These skills, evaluated at tryouts in the Juniper Arena, led to her crowning. To Foster, “the most important thing is to be a role model” and show little girls that they can become a rodeo queen one day, as well. “Being a rodeo queen has helped me be so much more confident in myself and my ability to communicate with various people,” said Foster, who added that she lives by the motto, “If you can dream it, you can do it.” She hopes to ride this philosophy all the way to the pro rodeo circuit, where she aspires to make it as a barrel racer. “I don’t know what I would do without the support of my family,” Foster said. “They have been such a light in my travels as a rodeo queen and an individual. I just wanted to thank my family for giving me strength and loving me.”
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 4, 6-10 A.M.
Home-Cooked Tradition The Buckaroo Breakfast is an event celebrated and supported through generations. by Molly Hover, The Bulletin Special Projects | Photos courtesy of Buckaroo Breakfast
During the early years of the Buckaroo Breakfast at the Deschutes County Fair and Rodeo — when breakfast was just 75 cents a person — the event helped in the war bond effort that united the country during World War II. Today, the Bill Frost Country Music Band has replaced the military bands but the spirit of the event is intact while Oregonians (and perhaps some outof-staters) enjoy a home-cooked meal prepared by volunteers. Sizzling bacon, fluffy pancakes, and steaming aromatic coffee are all smells many have come to associate with the Buckaroo Breakfast over its 69-year history. Throughout this time, the event has become not only a tradition, but its ingrained in the history of Central Oregon. This year, the Buckaroo Breakfast will be held on Sunday, Aug. 4 from 6 to 10 a.m. at the Deschutes County Fair — in an area just north of the main fair
CLASSIC CARNIVAL RIDES
Fair Carnival Fun!
With more than 30 years of providing the rides and games that make up the enormously popular carnival area, Funtastic Traveling Shows has had a lot of time to impress the management team of the Deschutes County Fair. “Good, clean, honest carnival companies are very hard to come by,” said Ross Rogers, marketing director for the fair. “And these guys are at the top of their game.” The feeling is mutual. “Deschutes County Fair is one of the greatest county fairs in the state,” said Ron Burback, one of the original founders of Funtastic. And he would know, having been in the carnival business since 1973 with contracts all over the West, including the Oregon State Fair. Funtastic is family-owned and operated (Burback now leaves the heavy lifting of his business to his son and daughter) and the respect the company has earned over the years has created very strong extended ties
that includes the team at Deschutes County Fair. “They are just like family to us here,” said Rogers. The strong sense of family and community that Funtastic promotes extends to the staff hired for each event, which normally consists of 80 percent local employees. “When you are walking and see your neighbor or son or daughter working at a game you aren’t worried about someone flim-flamming you,” said Burback. Rogers agrees. “We want a good, clean fair and that is what Funtastic provides. They have good customer service and their rides are safe and in great shape.” Funtastic will be provding 25 major rides at the fair, including some new ones that Rogers wasn’t quite yet ready to divulge. The carnival area of the fair is open daily from 11 a.m to close, and there are specials to keep an eye out for; details are listed to the right. — Bridget McGinn, for The Bulletin
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entrance. The cost for breakfast has increased from its original 75 cents per person, currently set at a stillreasonable $8 per adult and $5 per child. Buckaroo Breakfast coordinators Kerry and Sue Fuller are in charge of this year’s event, though the couple has been involved with the event for years. Their current jobs are to organize and make sure everything “goes off without a hitch,” according to Sue Fuller. Among delegating jobs to the 200 volunteers, the Fullers make sure the breakfast runs like a well oiled machine. Many of these volunteers begin work at 11 p.m. the night before the breakfast peeling potatoes, preparing the wood-burning stoves (on which all the food is cooked), and preparing the area for the approximately 1,700 people who annually attend. Sue adds that this is “not a drive-through, order-itand-go kind of thing.” It’s about enjoying the community with good food and vibrant music.
Carnival Discounts Wednesday: Pepsi Day
30 percent off all carnival rides ALL DAY, 11 a.m.10 p.m. No coupon required!
Thursday: News Channel 21 / Fox Day
*One free carnival ride ticket with canned food donation* Visit http:// events.ktvz.com for details.
Sunday: KOHD TV Day
Buy your wristband for $25, which allows you to ride all the rides you care to ride, a free game and $1 off any food item in the carnival.
Since the beginning of the Buckaroo Breakfast in 1944, many things have changed (think sugarreduced syrup, for example), but the mission of this tradition has remained: serving people a “good old-fashioned buckaroo breakfast,” Sue said. The families that have been involved for generations, such as the Ron Nichols family, are a testament to the lively atmosphere and memories that the breakfast creates. The Nichols family has been contributing to the Buckaroo Breakfast for more than 50 years and has seen it evolve. Robert Nichols was persuaded by his Uncle Wilbur to help out with the event. “Wilbur has passed on [but] members of the family have picked up the torch to carry on,” Robert Nichols said. Though most of the active Nichols members live out of the area, they nonetheless remain true to the tradition, peeling potatoes with the shredding device Wilbur invented years ago. According to Robert, the years have seen a marked decrease in participation, but the volunteers who help out annually form what he calls a “more cohesive group.” For him personally, the Buckaroo Breakfast is a means of keeping the torch burning and gathering with family during each season of the Deschutes County Fair and Rodeo. On a larger scale, he said the camaraderie and sense of community that’s inherent with the event “promotes the theme of the area” for locals and visitors alike.
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Tasty Fair
TREATS
RIGHT/ABOVE-RIGHT: Members of the Nichols family have volunteered as part of the Bucakaroo Breakfast’s potato crew for generations — more than 50 years — aided by the use of a potato shredding device the late Wilbur Nichols invented years ago.
Fair Parade! Sat., Aug. 3, 10 a.m. • Downtown Redmond Don’t miss Central Oregon’s oldest and largest parade! On the morning of Saturday, Aug. 3 at 10 a.m., downtown Redmond will host the 94th running of the Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo Parade, an annual tradition. The parade will be led by a color guard, the grand marshal and the rodeo queen, followed by more than 100 other entries. For the 32nd straight year, local radio parsonality R.L. Garrigus will emcee the festivities. The parade will run along Sixth Street in downtown Redmond, from Dogwood to Forest avenues.
Valentine’s Day and chocolate. Movies and popcorn. Baseball and hot dogs. It’s simply not the same if they aren’t together. The Deschutes County Fair (DCF) and fair food is no exception. The sounds, smells and tastes of the fair brings back memories of when you’re a child. Fair is tradition, and what is a tradition without food, even if eating it does make you feel a bit guilty? “It’s rewarding to see a kid from years past bring his or her own child back to our stand,” said Michael Callahan, owner of Beaver State Burritos, which is celebrating its 30th year at the fair. The food court os located in front of the Hooker Creek Event Center arena in a courtyard adjacent to the Eberhard’s Dairy Food Court Stage. Shaded tables are provided.
FOOD VENDORS
Ames Concessions & Catering Am-2-Da-Ber Beaver State Burritos Black Kettle Celebration Services, INC. Coffee Caravan Eberhard’s Dairy Products Inland Empire Concessions Hawaiian Shave Ice LaFamilia Mexican Food Lemons On The Loose
Old World Candies Oven Fresh Pizza Pacific Crest Concessions Pacific Crest Funnel Cakes Southern Oregon Food & Beverage SuzyQ’s Kettle Corn Root Beer Stand (Got Bull Productions) Taylor’s Sausage Trail’s End BBQ Company Younglife
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A FAIR TRADITION: DON CHAPIN’S DOVES Central Oregon pigeon fancier has released doves during the Deshutes County Fair’s opening ceremony for 15 years.
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WHISPERER Story & Photos by Raimie Hedman, for The Bulletin
Each year at the Deschutes County Fair, dozens of beautiful white doves are released into the sky during the opening ceremonies. And each year those doves — which are in fact domesticated white homing pigeons — all end up back at the home of
Don Chapin. “That’s the reason it works,” says the 67-year-old Central Oregon pigeon fancier, ”because they come home after you let them go.” Chapin, along with his wife Mary, owns Spirit Loft, a white bird release
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business in Redmond. The Deschutes County Fair isn’t just another gig for the Chapins; it’s the reason they began raising and releasing the white pigeons in the first place, 15 years ago. “Our kids were in 4-H, and we were showing pigeons at the fair when
someone asked if we could release them for the opening ceremony,” he said. The Chapins agreed, and thus began a Deschutes County tradition that has continued nearly every year since.
Release the Pigeons
Don Chapin’s penchant for pigeons began at 10 years old when he started catching and raising street pigeons in Eugene. After domesticating the birds, he would sell them for 50 cents apiece to bird hunters to help flush train hunting dogs. As soon as the birds were released, they would fly back home to their homemade cage. “I was renting them, really,” says Chapin, explaining that he would later sell the same birds over and over again, often to the same trainers. He soon moved from pigeon rental to pigeon racing, a hobby that he’s maintained for the past 50 years. Each year he participates in a handful of friendly competitions where contestants’ pigeons are simultaneously released from a distant location with radio tags attached to their legs. When the birds return home to roost, the tags register the arrival times, and the distanceto-time ratio (usually yards per minute) is calculated to determine the birds’ speeds. Chapin has raced pigeons for most of his life, winning multiple races, but it wasn’t until that day at the fair 15 years ago that he
“I do it because the people that attend that event want me to do it. They want to see the doves.” became involved with white bird release. His first task was to gather enough white birds, which required intensive breeding. Pigeons, or rock doves as they’re called in the wild, are naturally gray with black and white markings. “You start with a bird with white feathers and just keep breeding and working the white,” says Chapin. After enough selective breeding, you end up with white doves suitable for release. Today, in addition to the
Deschutes County Fair, Chapin releases his domesticated white doves for weddings, funerals and memorials all around Oregon. True to their name, the homing pigeons make their way back to their Redmond roost after each event, but not without some training in between. Each day, Chapin gathers and crates his birds, drives a short distance from home, and releases them. The exercise ensures that the doves are in tip-top shape for events such as a recent wedding
Volunteers to help you get around the fair “The Expo Center is so big, it can be difficult for senior citizens to get around and see all of the exhibits,” said Terry Burgess, organizer of the Honored Citizens Golf Car Shuttle program at the Deschutes County Fair. With that in mind, Terry, along with a group of concerned citizens, started the program to ensure everyone has a good time at the fair. The Honored Citizen Golf cars program has supplied cars and drivers to the fair ever since the new Expo Center was
built in 1999. Many of the drivers have helped out since the program’s inception. The 15 golf cars are sponsored by local businesses, which place their logos on banners to affix to the cars. “It’s because of the help of people like Terry Burgess that we are able to partner with local businesses to provide more accessibility to our senior citizen participants,” says Ross Rogers, marketing coordinator for the fair.
The golf cars are also available to assist with any medical emergencies or help people with limited mobility. “I’d say thousands of senior citizens take advantage of them each year,” Burgess said. “Without the wheelchairs, it would be very difficult for senior citizens, as well as any injured folks, to experience the fair to its fullest extent,” said Rogers. “We are very proud to have the golf cars available, as we have for the last 12 years.”
Chapin attended in Fossil, 70 miles east of Redmond as the dove flies. (The rest of us are relegated to 100 miles of roads and highways.) “They were already here when I got home,” says Chapin, “but they had a 30-minute head start.”
Coming Home to Roost
W ith a scant 6-mile flight home, the opening ceremony of the Deschutes County Fair is just another day of training for the doves, but it means much more to Chapin. “It’s an interesting event,” he said. “The vets do color guard and play taps, the National Anthem plays — it’s all very patriotic.” It’s during the National Anthem that Chapin releases his 40 to 50 doves symbolically towards the American flag. And unlike with the bird hunters of his youth, Chapin doesn’t charge a penny. “I do it because the people that attend that event want me to do it,” he said. “They want to see the doves.”
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OPEN CLASS COMPETITIONS
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by Bridget McGinn, for The Bulletin Want to see the biggest carrot grown in Deschutes County this year? How about the Supreme Champion Fleece? A visit to the fair just isn’t complete without viewing the open class (not 4H or FFA) entries and award-winners. Anyone interested in exhibiting at the fair is welcome to submit entries at no cost, and the abundance of competitive open classes for both livestock and nonlivestock categories with cash prizes and ribbons draws people of all ages and abilities. “Last year we had a lot of firsttimers,” said Rachel McIntosh, the Deschutes County Fair Association
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Director responsible for the open class non-livestock departments. “That is a good thing, it is just so much fun.” In addition to viewing the livestock exhibits (departments include Beef Cattle, Dairy Cattle, Sheep, Wool, Poultry, Rabbits, Cavies, Llamas/Alpacas, Goats and Goat Fiber Fleeces) be sure to tour the South Sister Building to see the non-livestock entries (departments include Land and Farm Products, Floral, Baked Goods and Confections, Food Preservation, Wine, Cheese and Beer, and Clothing and Textiles, Fiber Arts, Handcrafts, Ceramics, Fine Arts, and Kids Corner). McIntosh said that it is hard to predict which departments will be popular,
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as it changes every year depending on current trends. Photography and Clothing and Textiles have been large departments in recent years, and Food Preservation will have quite a few new entries this year as a result of classes being offered through the extension program. Given the high interest in the region for home brewing, McIntosh also expects that Wine, Cheese and Beer-one of the newest departments — to see a higher number of entries. “This year I don’t expect that we will see the same number of Land and Farm Products because of the cold, wet spring,” she said. “But the floral entries always vary with the weather so people will bring what is growing well in their
garden or greenhouse.” Highlights this year include special awards for the tallest sunflower and for the cake that best represents the theme of the fair. Everyone is invited to cast a vote for their favorite quilt, and families are invited to stop by the Kids Corner to not only view submitted work but to participate in craft activities. And don’t forget to check out the always popular Crazy Critters area to see the wildly imaginative display of animals made out of fresh vegetables and fruit submitted by youth 18 and under. There is definitely something for everyone to enjoy in the open class exhibits. To learn more, visit www. expodeschutes.org.
ENTRY DELIVERY Days & Times Saturday, July 27 1-6 p.m. ...................Food Preservation; Beer, Wine & Cheese; Clothing; Fiber Arts; Handcrafts; Fine Arts; Photography; and Kids Corner Monday, July 29 Noon-6 p.m. ............Baked Goods Tuesday, July 30 7 a.m.-Noon .............Poultry, Rabbits and Cavies Noon-6 p.m..............Land & Farm/Floral
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DESCHUTES COUNTY 4-H PROGRAMS
NOT YOUR
PARENTS’ 4-H by Gregg Morris, for The Bulletin For more than a century, the 4-H Youth Development Organization has provided projects and programs to children throughout the U.S. Today, 4-H partners with the National Institute of Food and Agriculture and the U.S. Department of Agriculture and is in every state across the nation. While they are historically rooted in farming programs, 4-H serves youths in rural, urban and suburban communities with programs ranging from agriculture to engineering. “4-H is a youth development program,” said Deschutes County 4-H Program Coordinator Candi Bothum. “People in Deschutes County know how important that is in their kid’s lives.” Deschutes County 4-H officially became a nonprofit organization in May of 1964. As part of Oregon State University Extension, Deschutes County 4-H has between 900 and 1,000 traditional members and roughly 600 kids in after-school programs. It has grown into one of the largest and most diverse 4-H programs in the western U.S. “We will allow most projects kids want to pursue,” said Bothum. “We emphasize being a youth development program with a focus on life skills and character building.” Deschutes County 4-H currently has close to 35 active projects, with horse and swine programs being the most popular. Several of these programs have grown alongside today’s economic, political, and social climates. For
example, as gun ownership increases in popularity, so does the 4-H shooting programs. Also adding to the raised interest in shooting among girls, especially archery, was the popular movie, “Hunger Games.” The poultry program has become even more popular due to the rise of the sustainability movement in the U.S.
Variety of Summer Camps
Deschutes County 4-H has partnered with the Redmond, Bend and Sisters area parks and recreation departments to offer a wide array of summer camps throughout Central Oregon. The 14 camps run four days a week, either full or half days. About 300 kids will participate this summer. Day Camps include Cascade Wilds, LEGO Robotics & Science, Competition LEGO Robotics, Photography, Under Water Robotics and Horticulture.
Science and Technology
The 4-H Science, Engineering and Technology (SET) program exposes children to opportunities within these disciplines. Through after-school classes and summer camps, kids build self-confidence and self-esteem, while building Lego robotic vehicles. Last year’s summer camps hosted 75 Central Oregon children and culminated with the first Lego League competition. The attendees have fun with drag races, hill climbs and other creative electronic kit activities.
Cloverbuds
For kids in kindergarten through third grades, the
Oregon Cloverbuds Program offers activity focused programs that are built on cooperative learning rather than competition. There are currently 75 Central Oregon kids involved in Cloverbuds. Cloverbuds members do not compete in competitive events, and their projects are not judged. “It’s intended to be a program where they can try out various 4-H opportunities,” said Bothum. “We try to generate interest in all of the various programs 4-H has.”
4-H Commitment
Behind each program created or project approved is a volunteer project leader donating time to enrich the children’s lives. Deschutes County 4-H has 230 volunteer leaders who devote between five and 20 hours each month. “I was a Deschutes County 4-H’er,” Bothum said. “Then, I was a volunteer leader. I held several offices. Then, I became a staff member 19 years ago. I am extremely passionate about 4-H because I believe it to be one of the best youth enrichment programs around.” One of the best attributes of 4-H is that children of all levels can participate and find success within their programs. Their members learn not only specific project skills, but general life skills as well. For more information on 4-H programs, please visit http://extension.oregonstate.edu/deschutes/deschutescounty-4-h-program or call Bothum at 541-548-6088, ext. 7954. “4-H is an investment in our most important resource, the youth,” Bothum said.
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A FREE RIDE to the Fair Fairgoers can avoid traffic and parking headaches as well as save gas by taking advantage of the Deschutes County Fair’s free bus ride program. Enjoy a free ride to the Fair and back again. There will be free bus rides from Mountain View High School, Redmond High School, Sisters Elementary School, and a shuttle from La Pine to Bend High. “This is the ninth year we’re offering free bus rides,” said Dan Despotopulos, Deschutes County Fair CEO. “We’ve averaged about 3,600 riders during fair time, but we expect that number to rise since we expanded scope of the program this year.” Despotopulos said riders get dropped off right and picked up at the front gate. For more information, call the Deschutes County Fair at 541-548-2711 or visit www. expo.deschutes.org.
Ride Schedules Mountain View High School 2755 NE 27th St., Bend
Buses leave for Fair — 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 3:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m., 10 p.m., 11 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.). (SUNDAY ONLY: 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 4 p.m.) Leaving fair for Bend — 10:30 a.m., 2:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 9 p.m., 10:30 p.m. (Wed/Thur), 11:30 p.m. (Fri/Sat). (SUNDAY ONLY: 10:30 a.m., 3:30 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.)
Sisters Elementary School 611 E Cascade, Sisters
Buses leave for Fair — 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 4:30 p.m., 6:15 p.m. Leaving fair for Sisters — 3:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m. (last Sunday bus), 10:30 p.m. (Wed/Thur), 11:30 p.m. (Fri/Sat).
Redmond High School
757 SW Rimrock Way, Redmond
Buses leave for Fair — 10 a.m., Noon, 5 p.m, 6:45 p.m. Leaving fair — 3:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m. (last Sunday bus), 10:30 p.m. (Wed/Thur), 11:30 p.m. (Fri/Sat). • Complete bus schedules will be published in The Bulletin. Check CET/BAT schedules for arrival times at Mt. View High School. All times include ADA accessible buses. SPONSORED BY THE BULLETIN and BANK OF THE CASCADES
SHOW RING SCHEDULE | 4-H / FFA
MONDAY, JULY 29
THURSDAY, AUGUST 1
9 a.m. . . . . . 4-H Static Exhibit Interview Judging 1 p.m. . . . . . 4-H Horticulture & Herptile Interview Judging
7:30 a.m. . . . 4-H Livestock Exhibitors meeting, sheep ring 8:30 a.m. . . . 4-H Swine Showmanship (Sr., Int., Jr., Novice), swine ring 8:30 a.m. . . . 4-H Cavy Conformation, small animal barn 9 a.m. . . . . . 4-H Fiber/Fleece Judging (except wool), goat barn 9 a.m. . . . . . 4-H Dairy Goat Showmanship followed by Breeding Conformation, goat ring 9 a.m. . . . . . 4-H Rabbit Conformation Judging, small animal barn 10 a.m.. . . . . 4-H Llama Show, small tent 10 a.m.. . . . . 4-H Sheep Showmanship, sheep ring Noon . . . . . . 4-H Special Awards sign-up deadline, 4-H fair office 1 p.m. . . . . . 4-H Pygmy Goat Show, 4-H Fiber Goat Show, goat ring 1 p.m. . . . . . 4-H Beef Showmanship, beef ring 3 p.m. 4-H Goat obstacle course followed by Pack Goat, followed by Harness (small goat ring) 4 p.m. . . . . . 4-H Small Animal Master Showmanship contest, small animal barn 6-7:30 p.m.. . . 4-H Fashion Revue, ice cream social
TUESDAY, JULY 30 7 a.m.-Noon . . 4-H all animals delivered, all market animals weighed 12:30 p.m. . . . 4-H Dog Shows begins 2 p.m. . . . . . 4-H Beef Individual fitting contest 4 p.m. . . . . . 4-H Mandatory barn meetings
WEDNESDAY, JULY 31 7 a.m. . . . . . 4-H Livestock Exhibitors meeting, Sheep Ring 8 a.m. . . . . . 4-H Cavy Showmanship, small animal barn 8:30 a.m. . . . 4-H Poultry Judging, small animal barn 8:30 a.m. . . . 4-H Market Lamb Judging, sheep ring 8:30 a.m.. . . . 4-H Market Swine Judging, swing ring 9 a.m. . . . . . .4-H Meat Goat Showmanship followed by Breeding Conformation followed by Market Goat Judging, goat ring 9 a.m. . . . . . 4-H Poultry Judging, small animal barn 9:30 a.m.. . . . 4H Market Rabbit Judging, small animal barn 10 a.m.. . . . . Opening Ceremony - flagpole 10:30 a.m. . . . 4-H Rabbit Showmanship 11 a.m.. . . . . 4-H Market Steer Judging, beef ring 2 p.m. . . . . . 4-H Wool Judging Interviews scheduled 6 p.m. . . . . . 4-H/FFA Grand Champion Market Steer judging, beef ring 6 p.m. . . . . . 4-H/FFA Grand Champion Market Goat judging, goat ring 6:30 p.m.. . . . 4-H/FFA Grand Champion Market Lamb judging, sheep ring 7 p.m. . . . . . 4-H/FFA Grand Champion Market Swine judging, swine ring
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 2 7:30 a.m. . . . 4-H Livestock Exhibitors meeting, beef ring 8:30 a.m. . . . 4-H Mini-goat Master Showmanship contest, goat ring 8:30 a.m.. . . . 4-H Breeding Sheep followed by club and Member Flock Judging, sheep ring 10 a.m.. . . . . 4-H Breeding Swine followed by Club and Member Herd Judging, swing ring 11 a.m.. . . . . 4-H Breeding Beef followed by Club and member Herd Judging, beef ring
3 p.m. . . . . . 4-H State Fair sign-up, 4-H fair office 4 p.m. . . . . . 4-H Beef Obstacle Course, beef ring 5 p.m. . . . . . 4-H Sheep Dress-up Contest, sheep ring 5 p.m. . . . . . 4-H Goat costume Contest, goat ring 6 p.m. . . . . . 4-H Livestock Master Showmanship contest, goat ring 6:30 p.m.. . . . 4-H Rabbit Hopping, small animal barn
SATURDAY, AUGUST 3 7:30 a.m. . . . 4-H Livestock Exhibitors meeting, sheep ring 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 4-H/FFA Buyers BBQ, Sheep Ring Noon . . . . . . 4-H/FFA Beef sale begins, Champion’s first, followed by swine, goats, poultry, rabbits, and sheep (all champions sell immediately before their species), swing ring
SUNDAY, AUGUST 4 6-10 a.m. . . . Buckaroo Breakfast 10 a.m. . . . . 4-H Static Exhibits Special Awards program, North Sisters building 1 p.m. . . . . . 4-H Special Livestock/Small Animal Awards program, swine ring 5 p.m. . . . . . 4-H State Fair sign-up deadline, 4-H fair office Center
MEET THE DESCHUTES COUNTY FAIR ASSOCIATION Front Row, left to right:
RITA COUTURE, Major Entertainment Director in charge of concert ushers. Rita recruits 25 volunteers for each of the major concerts to help with doors, seating and crowd control. She’s seen it all from Alice Cooper to Carrot Top! Who’s her favorite? That’s a secret! KATHY O’NEAL is Associate Director of Livestock Barns. She helps oversee four of the five livestock barns. LOIS NORTHRUP is the Associate Director of the Indoor Commercial vendor building helping oversee exhibitors in the Middle Sister building. RACHEL MCINTOSH has more than 30 years of service to Deschutes County Fair. Last year, during a Fair trivia contest it was Rachel everyone ran to for the answers! She is Director of Open Class Non-Livestock which consists of 12 departments. She also the Director for the Queen and Grand Marshall. She even sews the red vests all the Directors wear! JERRY THACKERY is one of the Directors of Outdoor Commercial Vendors. He identifies and marks vendor locations, assists them to their sites and makes sure they have a great Fair experience. He even lines out the Fair Parade! Jerry is the past Mayor of Redmond and past Association President. RANDY AMIS is one of the Rodeo Directors. That means hundreds of hours putting together the number one NPRA Rodeo in the region year after year. That means coordinating stock, announcers, bullfighters, entertainments and community outreach.
Standing, left to right:
PAM GILBERT is the Associate Director of Major Entertainment. That means she’s by Rita’s side through thick and thin, always with a smile on her face. ARRON CURTIS is the Director of 4-H/ FFA Camping. There are more than 170 campsites behind the livestock barns where 4-H and FFA families “live” during the Fair. Arron is camp host! TERRY BURGESS is the Director of Honored Citizens Golf Car Shuttle Services. You know all those golf cars buzzing around the Fair? That’s Terry’s job!
The Deschutes County Fair Association is responsible for coordinating the different departments of the Fair and Rodeo. MIKE SCHIEL is a Fair Association Director and County Board member serving as a liaison between the Fair Association and County Fair Board, County Commissioners, County Administrator and his staff, and the communities and citizens of Deschutes County. A well-loved former Redmond teacher and vice principal, it’s amazing how many of the thousands of fairgoers passing by Mike call out “Hey! Mr. Schiel!” to which he replies and later introduces each of them as “one of his favorites”. GARY FRAZEE is Terry’s Associate Director. You know all the golf cars buzzing around the Fair...... CRAIG UNGER is the President of the Fair Association and Director of Public Safety. Together with Fair administration, works with Redmond Police Department, Redmond Fire & Rescue and a private security organization to provide all aspects of emergency medical and fire services. Craig is perfect for the job as he is a retired Redmond police officer. KERRI GREEN is the Director of Livestock Barns including small animals, goats/llamas, sheep and swine. She oversees five livestock superintendents and is responsible for barn safety, communication, policy compliance, problem solving and more. BARRIE DURFEE helps assist Arron Curtis in the 4-H/FFA camping area and lends a
hand back stage at the concerts. D.C. Official Fair Mascot Extrodianaire! Guess what “D.C.” stands for? KAREN MCBRIDE is Associate Director of Open Class Non Livestock. Karen is Rachel’s “Top Gun”! Between the two of them, the North Sister Building couldn’t be in better hands. JEFF MCDONALD is another Associate of Terry’s. You know all the golf cars buzzing around the Fair....... KATHLEEN PROCTOR CURTIS is Associate Director of Outdoor Commercial Vendors and also is charge of the information booth. Kathleen organizes volunteers for the information booth and sets their work schedules making sure fair goers are in the know. MARTHA TILLER is an On-Grounds Entertainment Director in charge of the Family Fun Zone. Martha and The Bulletin are charged with bringing family friendly, old-fashioned fun to the Fair. The “Zone” is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year! ELTON GREGORY is the Indoor Commercial Director. Elton and his associate are the direct liason between the commercial exhibitors and the Association. Exhibitors enter a detailed and very specific contract. He also provides a support system for the exhibitors to assure maximum success of their booth. Elton has been involved
with the Association for many years and was very instrumental in the process of moving the fairgrounds to its new home. WENDY THACKERY is an Associate Director of Outdoor Commercial Vendors. Wendy does what Elton does inside, only outside! GLADY’S SAPPINGTON is another Rodeo Director. Gladys works with Randy to promote and produce the rodeo. She does it all from hanging sponsor banners to running the tractor and getting the arena ready for the first performance to creating the opening pre show. JIM ERICKSON is On Grounds Entertainment Director. Jim recruits and organizes all of the entertainment on Eberhard’s Food Court Stage and the Center Circle Stage including the talent show. A talented musician himself and well-known teacher, Jim is a familiar face at the Fair. ANDEE SIMMONS is Associate Rodeo Director. Andee assists Randy and Gladys at the rodeo.
Not Pictured:
BRIAN SCHIEL, Outdoor Commercial Vendor Director HOLLY GARNER, Beef Barn Director ASSOCIATE DIRECTORS: Parker Agee, Josh Clark, Walt Freund, Chad Green, Jon Wood and Kim Russell.
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COMMERCIAL VENDOR BOOTHS OUTDOOR BOOTHS Accessorize Me Adam’s Clothing Industries, LLC. Amazing Massage Battery Systems, INC. Beds 4 Less Bend Gift Shop Bend Preppers Bend Psychic Big Cat Sticker Shack Bombay Trends Bulldog Trading Co. Cascade Auto Glass Central Electric Co-Op Central Oregon Breeze Century Link City Center Church Classic Collection Hats Club Sunglass, INC. Colors & Origins Cowgirl Accents Create Air CTS Wholesale, LLC. CW Forge Works
Deschutes County Vegetation Dept. Dollface Company DS Johnson Enterprises, Inc. Godmobile Ministries Got Bull Productions, LLC. Gourmet Caricatures Guang Ru High Desert Amateur Radio Group Horizon Broadcasting House of Silver & Gold India Imports It’s Party Time It Works Jerky Hut JM Reid Joe Rock, INC. Juniper Satellite KNLR Krafty Kreations Ladd’s Leather Lewis Family Chiropractic Lifetime Stainless Steel MAM Imports
Man’s International Masseuse On The Loose Midstate Power Products Mosaic Medical Northwest Ford Dealers ODOT-Transportation Safety Division Oregon Hot Tub Orion Eye Center OSU/Cascades Pacari Pacific Flag & Pole, INC. Peruvian Inkas Art Professional Heating & Cooling, INC. PS Products, LLC. Quik Milker LLC. Redmond High School Cheerleaders Rosabella Arts & Crafts Scentsy, INC. Shining Faces Solatges Creations Suzy’s Shop On The Corner
A SINCERE THANK YOU
TJ’s Leather Toyota Of Bend US Cellular Venture Out Distributing Victory Baptist Church Wal-Mart White Rock Cowboy Fellowship WL Trading WPS Enterprises Your Care, LLC. Zambalha INDOOR BOOTHS Abby International Adair Homes Advocare Air Link Of Oregon All Natural Pest Elimination Amazing Enterprises Art Of Africa Avon Bathplanet Bend BroadBand Best Products/Power Bandz
Boresha Coffee/Kettle Korn Celia’s Gourmet Foods Cellular Sales/Verizon Retail Central Oregon Right To Life Child Evangelism City Of Redmond Click Heat Country Financial Cutco Cutlery Deschutes County Deschutes Co. Republican Party Deschutes Co. Sheriff Deschutes Democrats Diocese Of Baker DS Johnson Enterprises Evergreen Softub, INC. Farmers Insurance Grace Adele—Scentsy Hawaiian Moon Health Mate Sauna Home Health iDream Mattress IJA Sales, LLC Indian Head Casino
JR Watkins Leafguard Magic Masseuse Miche OR, INC. Mid Oregon Credit Union Morgan Stanley My Pillow National Solar Newell’s Nicko & Co. Fashions Old World Candies Oregon Patio Covers Pacific Power Pain Free Living Paparazzi Jewelry The Pampered Chef PS Products Randy Carpenter Redmond Area Park & Rec Scentsy Take Shape For Life Timber Windows Trinkets & Treasures Boutique Tupperware
WHO’S WHO AT THE FAIR
Without our generous sponsors who help support the Fair/Expo throughout the year, we would not be able to produce the excellent fair that we do. Obviously the Fair is extremely important and you will see throughout the Guide those sponsors that help make the Fair possible. The Bulletin Big Country RV Les Schwab Tires Kirby Nagelhout Construction Mike’s Fence Center Combined Communications
Big R Bank of the Cascades BendBroadband Hooker Creek Companies Coors/Coors Light - Columbia Distributing
All of the above companies are major sponsors of the annual Fair as well. I want to genuinely thank all the companies listed above for supporting the Fair & Expo Center.
FAIR STAFF: FRONT ROW, left to right: Carol Dolf, Maintenance; Sarah
Staples, Receptionist; Roxia Todoroff, Sales & Marketing Manager. BACK ROW: Dan Despotopulos, Director; Randy Bennett, Maintenance; Maarten Leunen, Operations Manager; Ross Rogers, Fair Marketing Manager; Henry Washburn, Maintenance. NOT PICTURED: Kathy Glidewell, Assistant Director; Miguel Leon and Andrew Ingallinera, Maintenance.
HONORARY DIRECTORS
Dan Despotopulos Director, Fair & Expo Center 30 | 2013 Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo | The Bulletin & The Redmond Spokesman
Neil Davis Merv Fleming Bob Gordon Ken Johnson
Chris McMullen Ralph McNulty Don Miltenberger Mike Penhollow Art Proctor
Sherm VanCleave Don Yeager FAIR BOARD David Bishop Cheryl Davidson
Bev Clarno Mike Schiel Jim Morrell
Where everyone gets a “FAIR” price!
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BIDDER’S INFORMATION SATURDAY, AUGUST 3, 2013 • DESCHUTES COUNTY FAIR & EXPO
INSIDE: Schedule | Map How to Participate Buyer Benefits Glossary of Terms Thank You’s!
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19th St.
Mt. Hood Dr.
Airport Way
Main Entrance
Parking for 4,000 vehicles
Administration
Middle Sister
North Sister
PARKING
Juniper Arena
South Sister
Horse Barn
Carnival Grounds PARKING Hooker Creek Event Center
High Desert Activity Center Dairy Barn Sheep Barn
SCHEDULE
RV PARKING
Swine Barn
Saturday, August 3, 2012
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Beef Barn
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A special way to be a part of the
Deschutes County Fair In our fast-paced world with its high-tech, complicated communication systems and travel, we tend to lose track of the simpler side of life. It’s amazing though, how words can conjure up memories of sights, sounds, and smells that instantly take us back to our childhood. Every year since
1919, these memories have been made for all Central Oregonians; generation after generation, families have benefited either through participation in or just enjoying a day together, at the County Fair. The Deschutes CountyFair is not run by a professional organization that goes
from town to town. It is run by the local fair association, with support from, 4-H volunteer leaders, FFA advisors, fair board, fair & expo staff, and volunteers. Your friends and neighbors, sharing their time to provide a vehicle to recognize the hard work of the youth involved. The Fair Association was established to run the county fair. Our local fair association consists of 30 volunteers who work hard to make sure the fair runs smoothly. You can’t miss them — they’re the hard working ones in the red vests. 4-H is one of the largest out-of-school youth programs in the Nation. It encourages youth to learn by doing, be it through animal science, home economics, art, or other project area. It helps youth, grades k-12, develop life skills through projects, leadership activities, and community service opportunities. In Deschutes County, 4-H serves and supports over 1,000 youth, their families and 200+ volunteer leaders. The OSU Extension Service is a program, through Oregon State University, that offers several local program areas,
including: forestry, small farms, commercial and residential horticulture and the master gardener program, a foods and nutrition education program, and, of course, youth development through the 4-H program. Within these programs, Extension offers many services and activities to the community to extend educational opportunities. FFA is a program offered to high school students in Bend, Redmond, and Sisters. It develops leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. FFA has been in existence for more than 70 years. In our county there are over 300 students involved. FFA Alumni is an affiliate to the FFA program; their purpose is to support agriculture programs and instructors with scholarships and project assistance and to send FFA members to state and national leadership conferences. The FFA Alumni work together with FFA advisors, as judges, guest speakers and activity coordinators.
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Your Money at Work The 4-H/FFA Livestock Auction Committee developed this information to explain the Livestock Market Auction to prospective buyers and to recognize buyers who support the program. The 4-H and FFA Livestock Market Sale is organized to provide a special opportunity for 4-H and FFA young people to sell their market animals. All money spent for livestock will be paid to the 4H/FFA member, except five percent of the gross sale,
which will be used for sale overhead costs, and to help provide needed equipment, scholarships and supplies for the FFA and 4-H programs, when funds are available. Profits from the sale of these members’ livestock are often reinvested in high quality animals or set aside for future educational expenses. As a buyer, you are investing in 4-H and FFA members’ future; encouraging them to continue their life of
learning, work ethic, responsibility and accountability. In addition to their market projects, these members are engaged in character-building, life skill and leadership activities through which they learn community involvement, citizenship, public speaking, record keeping, accountability and responsibility in an outstanding, safe and educational atmosphere
HOW TO PARTICIPATE: Attend in Person: The excitement and drama of the auction is an unforgettable experience. Auction committee members and ring stewards will be on hand to assist. Proxy: You can do so by completing a proxy buyer form specifying your bid. This pledge will allow a person of your choice to place a bid in your behalf. This form needs to be filled out and turned in at the bidder table, so your buyer can get a bidder number. Proxy forms are available at the Deschutes OSU Extension Office or under the auction tab at www. deschutes4h.com. Group Purchasing: If you and other interested buyers wish to pool resources, this is possible by purchasing as a group. If more than 2 buyers are “pooling” their resources, one bidder number MUST be acquired. Every effort will be made to recognize all contributors. Add Ons: Anyone may “add on” to a specific exhibitor or group of exhibitors. An “add on” form must be completed and turned in, no later than the close of auction on Saturday. This form will not be accepted without payment. Checks for “add ons” should be made payable to Redmond FFA Alumni. The “add on” form and payment may be turned into the 4-H office on the fairgrounds (North Sister building) or at the FFA Alumni table near the “bank”during the sale. They may also be mailed to the Alumni at PO Box 1423, Redmond, OR 97756. Forms are available at the Deschutes County OSU Extension Office and at www.redmondffaalumni.com. Silent Auction: Members of 4-H and FFA who do not have a market animal project, may enter an alternative item, they created, in the silent auction. This may be a basket of
baked goods, a metal or wood fabrication project, a fiber project, or one of many other possibilities. Members are only allowed one entry in the auction, so if they have a livestock entry, they will not have a silent auction entry. The silent auction takes place during the barbecue 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. All other buying procedures, payment terms, etc. is the same as the livestock auction. Purchasing: Be sure to stop by the bidder table to sign up for a bidder number, before the sale begins or before you intend to bid. (You will need this bidder number before you bid on silent auction items as well. You can find a “bidder” table at the official “bank” across from the swine ring. (only a short distance from the BBQ) When you wish to place a bid on the animal in the ring, raise your hand until a ring-man or auctioneer acknowledges your bid. Bids are based on dollars per pound. The buyer is the highest bidder. Upon being recognized as the buyer you will be asked for the bidder number and the bidder name. The auctioneer will announce your name or your business name depending on how you registered your bidder number. Quality of meat. All animals are Select or better as determined by a professional judge’s evaluation of the live animal. The animal after the sale. Following the sale, usually on Sunday morning, all market animals are humanely loaded and hauled to their USDA inspected destination. (This is NOT optional, all animals are shipped.) Later in the week, custom carcasses are shipped back for local cutting and wrapping.
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HOW TO PAY: Please come prepared to pay for your purchase(s) the night of the sale; checks should be made payable to: Deschutes County 4-H/FFA Livestock Auction or we accept Visa and Mastercard; Redmond’s Branch of Washington Federal Bank sponsors our “bank” at the sale. If for some reason, you are unable to pay the night of the sale, you may mail your check, immediately following the sale to: Deschutes County 4-H/FFA Livestock Auction PO Box 1645 Redmond, OR 97756
This is a terminal sale. Buyers have 2 options:
Custom Processing: Buyers may prefer to have their purchase processed for their own consumption. All animals are USDA inspected. Every effort is made to be sure you receive the animal you bid on. If an error occurs, the buyer will receive a refund of the meat value (floor price x live weight, not bid price) or will receive an equal or better quality carcass. A list of local processors will be available at the sale.
Resale: A buyer may resell the animal to the auction’s commercial buyer at the resale price. The buyer then pays the difference between the resale price and the amount bid. Actual commercial or “floor” prices will be available at the sale. Example of a “Resale” purchase: Live hog weight is 275 pounds Buyer bids: $2.50/lb = $687.50 Less resale price, 250 x .50* = $125.00 Buyer Pays: $ 562.50** *Resale prices will vary from year to year; actual prices are available at the sale. **Check with your tax preparer, this amount may be tax deductible
Example of a “Custom” purchase: Live hog weight is 275 pounds Buyer bids: $2.50/lb = $687.50 Kill Fee: $75.00* Buyer Pays: $762.50** *Kill fees vary from year to year, actual cost is available at the sale **Buyers are also responsible for any cutting and wrapping costs associated with their animal.
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Buyer benefits New Buyers. Buyers who did not participate during the previous year’s auction, but who intend to buy this year should come to the buyers barbecue on the day of the auction, sign up, receive your bidder number, and enjoy the barbecue.. Placards. Buyers receive placards with a picture of the member and the animal they purchased. It will include your name as buyer and will be presented to you at the sale. Many businesses display these in prominent places where they can be seen by their customers. Tickets. Buyers from the previous year will receive tickets to the buyer’s barbecue and two complimentary gate passes.
Small Gift Buyers will receive a special mug, cap, or other promotional item, signifying their role as an Auction Contributor.
Advertising. Current year’s buyer names are listed in a thank you advertisement in the week following the fair, sponsored by the Bulletin and the Auction Committee; buyer’s names are announced at the auction; a list of buyers will be placed under the auction tab at the website www.deschutes4h.com. Support. The auction is a great place to show involvement and support for the youth of our community. Quality Meat. You obtain top quality pork, beef, lamb, goat or fryers. 36 | 2013 Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo | The Bulletin & The Redmond Spokesman
GLOSSARY OF TERMS: Floor Price: The amount the animal can be resold for. This is per pound for all species. Shrink: The amount the animal will lose during fair and travel,
based on an industry standard. The weights in the sale catalog will reflect this shrinkage. This means the weights shown are the pounds you will pay for.
Bid Price: The amount you agree to pay. This will be a dollar per pound figure times the total weight of the animal less shrinkage.
Terminal Sale: This means all animals must be slaughtered. No animals sold in the auction may go home live for production or further finishing.
Custom Processing: This means you have chosen to keep the meat and would like it cut and wrapped at a local plant of your choice. (All beef, sheep goats & swine will be slaughtered at a USDA, federally inspected plant, but carcasses will return to Central Oregon to be cut and wrapped at a facility of your choice.) Resale: This means you have chosen not to receive the meat back. The animal is sold to the “resale buyer” (this is the company that floored the sale). You pay the difference between floor price and bid price.
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THANK YOU! Thank you for your interest in Deschutes County 4-H and FFA. We’re proud of our programs and proud of the community which so graciously supports 4-H, FFA, and the youth in our area. Many thanks to the community, buyers, and participants which make this auction possible. A special thanks to Deschutes Farm Bureau, Washington Federal Bank, the Deschutes County Fair & Expo staff, the Deschutes County Fair Association and the many volunteers who make it all happen. Auction committee members include representatives from FFA, 4-H, and the community at large.
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