Ridgefest

Each July our Club participates in a street festival in Ridgeway called Ridgefest. The summer of 2009 will be remembered by some for its cloudy skies and rainy days, especially on the first day of the festival. Sky Hunters International brought their magnificent raptors and Stan Miksovski's reptile menagerie was as popular as ever. We even got to enjoy the company of the reptiles in the craft tent as the rain tumbled down around us. Some brave souls, who dared the weather, took in the Club's wildlife displays and consulted with the volunteers. We were fortunate to have great weather for the second day and the crowds were out to enjoy all the festival had to give. It almost made up for the previous day. Luckily the snapping turtle wasn't in the mood for little girl that day, after she fell into its case. She was shocked but no harm was done. A heart-felt thank you to the volunteers who made these two days a success by promoting the Club, its activities and providing entertainment and environmental education for the community.