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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Rural Voice, 2004-09, Page 36FT 515 James Street S., St. Marys, Ontario N4X 1C7 Ph: 519 349-2355 800 667-3845 Fax: 519 349-2144 EASY LIFT DooRs LTDI A Prompt Service / Emergency Repair A Large Volume of stocked Inventory A Dock Seals / Lock Levellers A On Site Consultations ♦ High Quality Standards A Attention to Detail A Well equipped Service Trucks ♦ All Materials 3 ft. to 30 ft. Wide We'll Make Any Door An 'Easy Lift' For You AGRICULTURAL • RESIDENTIAL • INDUSTRIAL • COMMERCIAL FRITZ GENERAL CONTRACTORS * AGRICULTURAL * COMMERCIAL * INDUSTRIAL PRECAST CONCRETE INSULATED WALL PANELS DECORATIVE PANELS WITH BRICK DESIGN DESIGN & ENGINEER BUILDING SERVICE STEEL, WOOD OR CONCRETE - LET US SHOW YOU WHAT WE CAN OFFER SERVING THE COMMUNITY FOR OVER 32 YEARS Tel (519) 366-2253 Fax (519) 366-2312 E-mail: fricon@bmts.com R.R. #1, CHEPSTOW, ONTARIO NOG 1KO 32 THE RURAL VOICE engulfs 125 acres. "Campers were asking about sites at the 2002 IPM in Middlesex County and we began selling them last year in Lanark," says Brian. Situated adjacent to the Tented City, the RV park has become a very popular aspect of the show, allowing visitors to truly experience the plowing match over the five days, more easily participating in both the daytime and evening events. A stay at the trailer park also offers campers the opportunity to visit old friends, reconnecting yearly at such shows, as well as enjoy the nightly jam sessions staged by park residents until 11:00 p.m. Entertainment will also be provided each evening for two hours, in the Lounge Tent that will be situated between Tented City and the RV park. The Lounge Tent, a 240' by 80' enclosure, will be busy throughout the match, says Pearl, easily hosting 3,000 people for the various shows and events. As the opening approaches, Brian Huge tent can host up to 3,000 people for shows and events says things are getting very exciting. "Several parts are unique to our match," says Brian. "That makes it flavourful and unique to each (host) county." The volunteer numbers are expected to double for the actual match and more hands can always be of assistance, says Pearl. The Bumsteads also stress the importance of sponsors for the expo. They have supported the match both financially and in-kind. Local service clubs and organizations have been equally supportive of the endeavour. Throughout the experience, the Bumsteads say they have met great people and built friendships — one of the biggest pluses of being involved in such an undertaking. But what is in the plans for after the match? "We are going on vacation when this is over," laughs Pearl. "We are 1