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Huron Expositor, 2014-09-03, Page 17Hiking excursion along the Maitland Valley Do you enjoy going for a hike? Would you like a reason to push your fitness up a level? Want to see some amazing fall scenery along the Maitland Valley? Here is an exciting early fall chal- lenge on the weekend of Sept. 27 and 28: Walk the Camino of the Winding Maitland River, a two-day hiking event that covers the length of the 49 kilometre Maitland Trail or a shorter challenge if you wish. There will also be some from the trail -running community taking part. Theywill strive to complete the joumey in one day. Enjoy the camaraderie of other hikers from across the province as you travel to each checkpoint and share the Saturday night harvest dinner. This exciting fall hike, which is generously sponsored by Libro, is already 50 per cent sold out. From Aleksandar Radan, a hiker from lastyear's Camino of the Wind- ing Maitland River: "For those who are unfamiliar with the trail, the opportunity to traverse it in two days is a promise of adventure and mem- ories in grand proportion. The trail is truly a signature of the region's natu- ral beauty, withvariations in the sec- tions that span dense and lush mature growth forests, meadows, rolling country side and several opportunities to experience the areas of regeneration following the 2011 F3 tornado before finally arriving at Goderich's main beach. An opportu- nity to dip your feet into the refresh- ing waters of the great lake washes away any fatigue and leaves only vivid memories. The cumulative ele- vation gain and descent engages both your attention and effort afford- ing vistas overlooking the Maitland River that are worthy of a lifetime of adulation. This year's event, with a date in September, will provide the added benefit of cooler tempera- tures, no bugs and a completely dif- ferent experience than the journey on last year's Summer Solstice': For more details and to book tick- ets, visit www.maitlandtrail. ca/2014-el-camino/. Snowbirds returning to Stratford Sept. 10 The Snowbirds are returning to Stratford Sept. 10 for an air - show at Stratford Municipal Air- port hosted by the Stratford Police Association, Stratford Fire Association, United Way Perth - Huron and the City of Stratford. The Snowbirds, officially known as the Canadian Forces 431 Air Demonstration Squadron, are Canada's military aerobatics or air show flight demonstration team. The show team flies 11 CT -114 Tutors. "We are so pleased to have this opportunity to bring back these talented pilots to Stratford and raise money for these worthwhile organizations", Craig Wesson, Stratford Police Association and committee member. "Funds will be divided between the United Way Perth -Huron, The Stratford Fire Association and the Stratford Police Association': Things kick off with Dinner with the Snowbirds on Tues., Sept. 9 at 7 p.m., this is an amazing opportu- nity for all flight enthusiasts to meet and dine with the members of the Snowbirds. Tickets for the three -course meal at the Arden Park are $56.50 (includ- ing HST). Tickets are available at www.stratfordairshow.com and should be purchased in advance. The Stratford Airshow takes place Wed., Sept. 10. Advance tickets are $13 for adults ($17 at the gate) and $3 for children under 12. Gates will open at 2 p.m., The Canadiana band Trent Sevem, will be performing at 3:30 pm. Trent Severn is a trio from Stratford, Ontario comprising of Emm Gryner, Dayna Manning and Laura C. Bates. The Snowbirds will begin their demonstration at 5 p.m. Raffi or shine. The following food trucks will be on site: Poor Bhoys Eatery, Wicked Piclde, Cafe du Monde Creperie, Ken's French Fries and The Stratford Ag Society. Bright's Water Truck will be pro- viding water so everyone is encouraged to bring water bottles! SEAFORTH LEGION, BRANCH 156 Invites you to Celebrate LEGION WEEK Sept 14-20 OPEN HOUSE Sun. Sept 14 noon-4pm Monday, Sept. 15 - Senior Cards Tuesday, Sept. 16 - Euchre & Pepper Tournament Register at Branch 7:30p.m. Lunch $5.00 Thursday, Sept. 18 - Corn roast, hot dogs, fries $3.00 - 5:00 p.m. Friday, Sept. 19 - Noon Meal 12 Noon Roast Beef all the trimmings Advanced tickets only Adults $12.00 children $6.00 Preschool free Take outs available 527-0740 Watch for further details of our 85th Anniversary in October Wednesday, September 3, 2014 • Huron Expositor 17 Seaforth Agricultural Society presents 240)1141, %ALL NM RS September 1 lth - 14th Thursday to Saturday • Commercial Exhibits • Livestock • Penny Sale & Silent Auction • Homecraft Exhibits • School Exhibits • Fun Zone for Kids • Entertainment • Food Booth • Educational & Animal Display 9:00 - 11:00 am 12:00 pm 6:00 pm Judging commences on Homecraft, Youth, Grains, etc. Perth -Huron Breeders Parish Jersey Show Ambassador and Citizenship Awards Dinner -Advanced tickets only (before Sept. 8 from Office) 7:30 pm Senior Ambassador Competition and Citizenship Awards Exhibits Registration, Homecraft, Youth, Grains, etc. -1 Thursday, SEPTEMBER 11 Friday, SEPTEMBER 12 All Day Antique Tractor Show 9:30 am - 4 pm Huron County 4-H Championship Show Educational Displays & Demos for school children, including Mad Science Show 1:00 pm Sheep Show 4:00 pm Fun Zone for kids opens 4:00 - 5:30 pm Bike Rodeo (Arena) 7:00 pm 4-H Swine Club Auction 7:30 pm Junior Ambassador Competition 8:00 pm President's Pie Auction Sunday, SEPTEMBER 14 8:00 am Scales, Tails, Paws & Claws Buy, Sell & Trade Show + Farmers Market Breakfast Admission: Friday after 4 pm $2 and Saturday $5, FREE for children under 5. Saturday, SEPTEMBER 13 All Day Antique Tractor Show 10:30 am Parade 12:00 pm Pet Show (stage) Miniature Horse Show Heavy Horse Show 12:30 pm Pedal Pull (front of Agriplex) 1:00 pm Baby Show (stage) 1:30 pm Lawn Mower Races Local Entertainment (stage) 3:30 pm Bike Draw Penny Sale Draw Exhibits leave building Junior Dance (Arena) -$5 at door (Grades 6-9) 4:00 pm 7:00 - 10:00 pm 9:00 pm- 1:00 am Leah Daniels with local opener Into Existence Dance (Agriplex) -$15 in advance, $20 at door, everyone welcome! (19+) Find us on Facebook 1161