"The big weekend is here," Grant Higa told IronMind®.


North American Strongman's "Strongest Apple in Washington" is scheduled for this Saturday. IronMind® | Artwork courtesy of Grant Higa.

"Next Saturday, June 7, will be the Washington's Strongest Apple. I have over 40 competitors and they are vying for one of three qualifying spots for North American Strongman (NAS) Nationals in Utah."

And if that's not enough reason to show up, Grant also said that Kristyn Vytlacil and Lacy Okey - straight from the World's Strongest Woman contest - will be there, as well strongman pros Marshall White and Matt Parkes, plus Callie Marunde will be the MC.

The contest starts at 10 o'clock at the City of Des Moines Marina (Des Moines, Washington). Please check the official announcement on the NAS site for for full contest details: Washington's Strongest Apple.