Monday, July 25, 2011

Antigonish Highland Games, Nova Scotia

The Antigonish Highland Games are the oldest continuous Highland Games outside of Scotland.  Piping and Drumming, Highland dancing, heavy events (caber toss, weight over the bar) and the tug of war are among the events we enjoy most!


caber toss and weight over the bar events

We enjoyed the parade, although about 1/3 of the way through it, it began pouring rain.





We managed to watch a few events, but missed out on a lot of the games because of the weather.  It was nice to see the highland dancers in an auditorium though.  Our view was much better than it would have been outside.  



Megan was fascinated watching these young girls practice.


1 comment:

J S and S said...

You should have Meg learn to Irish Step dance (I think that is what this is called??) She would be so cute!!! Conor you could learn to play the bagpipes and wear a kilt :)
-JS&S