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MEMBERSHIPS NOW AVAILABLE
Want to be a member of BC largest agricultural fair? There are now on sale until the AGM on Saturday February 25th. If you are a new member and would like to have voting privileges you need to purchase your membership by January 25th. Come to the IPE office at 3010 Wood Ave between 10am and 3pm. AGM is Saturday February 26th at 9:30am at the Odd Fellows Hall in Armstrong BC.
Press Release - Interior Provincial Exhibition Driving Routes
Last year with a record attendance during the 5-day event, it just so happens that this “Fall Fair and Rodeo” takes place during the last long weekend of the Okanagan summer, so there are many more vehicles than usual, using our highways. This year, there is also road construction on Highway 97A, the main highway to Armstrong. For those wanting to attend the IPE that would like to avoid traffic delays, there are alternate routes to choose from.
#1, Heading north on Highway 97A
- Take Otter Lake Cross Road /Larkin Cross Road Exit off Highway 97A.
- Go around the first traffic circle; exit the second circle at the Otter Lake Cross Road.
- Follow Otter Lake Cross Road, then turn right onto Otter Lake Road.
- Carry on to the OTTER LAKE/IPE PARKING LOT. If it is full then, follow OTTER LAKE ROAD to WOOD AVENUE. Turn right, drive to the ROTARY PARKING LOT (by the IPE Office).
If you miss the Otter Lake Road/Larkin turn off then proceed to the next exit.
#2, Heading north on Highway 97A -
- Turn LEFT, off Highway 97A, at the Spallumcheen Industrial Park onto SPALLUMCHEEN DRIVE, then turn left onto CROZIER ROAD. Turn right onto OTTER LAKE CROSS ROAD, then right onto OTTER LAKE ROAD. Carry on to the OTTER LAKE PARKING LOT.
- If it is full then, follow OTTER LAKE ROAD to WOOD AVENUE. Turn right, drive to the ROTARY PARKING LOT (by the IPE Office.)
We want the experience of attending the fair to be a fun from the moment you leave your home, so take your time, try these alternative routes. Go to the IPE website, www.armstrongipe.com for complete maps and information.
Saturday is Parade Day and the highway is very busy. The parade starts at 10am so give yourself extra time to ensure you don’t miss one of the best parades in the province!”, said Bryan Burns, IPE General Manager. We are expecting over 100 entries and this makes for and enjoyable start to our Saturday Dodge Day!
For additional information about the IPE go to their website at www.armstrongipe.com
The Interior Provincial Exhibition will be going into it’s 113th year which will be held from Wednesday August 29th to Sunday September 2nd, 2012.
New for 2011 - the IPE Kids Klub
The Interior Provincial Exhibition is having a Coloring Contest! Visit the Kids Klub page to enter and free online games! Check back soon for more exciting news!
Click Here to view the Events for the Kids World Stage at this year's IPE!
Canadian Cowboy Country Magazine Top Ten Fairs and Exhibitions
Top Ten Fairs and Exhibitions Here are our picks for our Top Ten List! When it came to our judging criteria,
we considered: family-friendliness; the variety of events and activities;
whether it’s a multi-day show; free events; big-ticket and musical entertainment;
and, of course, the role played by livestock. Do you have a particular favourite fair or exhibition? Please log onto our blog at
www.cowboycountrymagazine.com and tell us why!
Interior Provincial Exhibition and Stampede (IPE), Armstrong, B.C.
Aug. 29 – Sept. 2
In 1909, if you entered your four best pigs in the Armstrong Fall Exhibition you stood to win $7.50 for first place. Today, those porkers will net you 10 bucks. Blame tradition and exhibitor pride. Nobody’s in it for the money. The IPE’s been doling out down-home fun for more than 110 years. It’s one of the few surviving authentic agricultural fairs across Canada, with a long history of local dedication. When times were tough and attendance dwindled, organizers refused to let their fair die. It became “The Little Fair That Could”. Today the IPE is one of the largest agricultural fairs in Canada....
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Interior Provincial Exhibition and Stampede (IPE), Armstrong, B.C.
Aug. 29 – Sept. 2
In 1909, if you entered your four best pigs in the Armstrong Fall Exhibition you stood to win $7.50 for first place. Today, those porkers will net you 10 bucks. Blame tradition and exhibitor pride. Nobody’s in it for the money. The IPE’s been doling out down-home fun for more than 110 years. It’s one of the few surviving authentic agricultural fairs across Canada, with a long history of local dedication. When times were tough and attendance dwindled, organizers refused to let their fair die. It became “The Little Fair That Could”. Today the IPE is one of the largest agricultural fairs in Canada....
Click Here to Read Full Article
IPE Scholarships
Agriculture Scholarship - To be awarded to a deserving PVSS or Gateway student who is planning to further their education at a recognized postsecondary institution in the field of Agriculture or in a discipline related to Agriculture. Selected by a committee of IPE members, in cooperation with the PVSS Scholarship and Bursary Committee.
Volunteer Scholarship - DEADLINE IS MAY 25, 2012. The applicant must have a background as an IPE volunteer, or be the child or grandchild of an IPE volunteer. Open to any student who is entering or continuing in an academic, technical or vocational pursuit. Selection by a committee of IPE members.
Bryan Burns
General Manager - IPE
250-546-9406
IPE recognized at the BC Fairs Convention.
Vernon, BC – The Interior Provincial Exhibition sent numerous delegates to the British Columbia Association of Fairs and Exhibtions (BC Fairs) convention and awards night held from October 21-23rd. The IPE won an incredible 4 awards including:
- Agricultural Education Exhibit
- Showcase over 20,000
- Dave Jordan (our past president) won the distinguished service award from BC Fairs
- Karen Johansen placed 2nd for her photograph depicting Agriculture
Premier Exhibitor Award Silver Tea Service
2010 - Nancy Burkholder
2011-Tea Service - to Div.19 - Wine