Fergus Highland Games
by Randall J. Strossen, IronMind Enterprises, Inc. © 2006
Fergus, Ontario is home to one of the world's premier Scottish Festivals and Highland Games, and 2006 will continue this tradition.
Canadian champion Greg Hadley is part of the top-flight field of Heavy Events competitors you'll see at Fergus. IronMind® | Randall J. Strosssen, Ph.D. photo.
The professionals include most of the world's top Highland Games competitors: Stephen Aitken, Harrison Bailey, Joel Thiessen, Ryan Vierra, Sean Betz, Christopher Wand, Dirk Bishop and Greg Hadley. There are also masters, women and amateur classes, and in addition to the Heavy Events, there is something for everyone at Fergus.
Josee Morneau, who has also competed in arm wrestling and the World's Strongest Woman contest, will be in the field at Fergus again this year. IronMind® | Randall J. Strosssen, Ph.D. photo.
The Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games run August 11 - 13 and for details, please check the official website for the Fergus Scottish Festival.