Here is the Scottish Express message, that has taken the
torch from Ron MacLeod, to send out news emails about events in the Scottish-Canadian diaspora in the Vancouver area.
Saturday, June 26, 2010 marks the gathering of everyone that loves
anything
Scottish at the BC Highland Games. It’s a day to come and listen to
the
best piping and drumming, marvel at the dancing, stroll through the
exhibits,
have a bite to eat and immerse yourself in Scottish charm, goodwill and
fun!! more details below
The BC Highland Games
Saturday June 26, 2010, Percy Perry Stadium, Coquitlam
http://www.bchighlandgames.com
15 Piping
bands including the World Champion Simon Fraser University Band
220
Highland Dancing Competitors
30 Heavy
Event Competitors (these are the caber tossers)
30 Venders
(with all sorts of food and items galore with a Scottish twist)
21 Scottish
Clans and Societies
Plenty of
rides and activities for the children
And 16
Haggis
Yes, again
this year those mythical Haggis will be hiding throughout the stadium
grounds
for the wildest hunt you have ever seen.
Spot enough and you become an Official Haggis Hunter! They are elusive,
fast, and can usually
be found lurking around Tartan.
Highland
Games are about competition and we are happy to report some of the best
dancers, drummers, pipers and throwers are back to defend their titles.
The caliber of sport is exhilarating!
Our
entertainment this year includes the Jocelyn Petit Band and Blackthorn.
Both will be playing on the main
stage. They are the best of our
local talent and showcase our deep talent pool here in BC.
The Beer
Tent, British Car Show, Whisky Tasting, Sword Dancing, Cultural Tent and
even a
second Beer Tent are back!!