This was the 5th day of the 56th Annual Yuma County Fair. We were able to visit for about 2 hrs. It was not so crowded during our time of visit so that was good. I am sure the 1st day must be crammed with people because admission was only $1.
One could spend the whole day there. There were different exhibits. entertainments, games, stage shows, contests, music, magic, dances, rides, food, drinks for the whole family.
Encounters with real animals are rare in my life, except at zoos, so most of the pictures I took were animals!
The Budwiser's Clydesdales were magnificent! This was the first time I have seen Clydesdales in real life. They were big, tall and beautiful. I asked the security guard whether I could touch one of the horses. I knew the answer would be no, because the horses didn't know me and it would be dangerous. So I just stood there and admired them instead!
At the Livestock Barn, a 11 year old boy sat inside a matted pen, stroked his beloved his pet while she slept. Jewels is 8 months old, waiting for her turn to be auctioned.
Some of the other pigs that would be auctioned as well.
I wondered why the sheep's mouths were covered - to prevent them from making noises!
Ba Ba Black Sheep - It was completely black while the previous two were grey/black. It was being washed and groomed for the auction - for higher bids?
I must have come at the right time at the right place - pictures taking of the children and their sheep, by newsmen or the fair committee. I noticed from the fair pamphlet that Junior Livestock Large Animal Auction was held only today and no other days. I asked a lady standing next to me why they take pictures of the sheep's backsides!
Last but not least of the animals I saw this day were the calves.
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We went to the fair also, but didn't get to see the animals. Luckily, my kids have had lots of exposure, so they didn't miss it so much. We spent 3 hours at the fair and were exhausted. However, we did enjoy some fantastic funnel cake (Fat Fanny's had the best I have ever tasted) and cotton candy. Fun and Yummy!
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