During this season of rebirth as we watch buds swell, bulbs send up shoots, and sap flows, we have a sense of joy that new life is all around us. Our rural communities are anxiously getting ready to plant and observe the birthing of all their young livestock. May this Read more…
Over 1000 delegates from agricultural societies across Ontario attended the Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies (OAAS) convention held February 22 – 24 in Richmond Hill. Among the delegates were representatives from the Bayfield Agricultural Society: President Doug Yeo and Treasurer Jentje Steenbeek (District 8 Provincial Director). In addition to speaker Read more…
The Board of Directors of the Bayfield Agricultural Society (BAS) is looking for someone to fill the volunteer position of Secretary. Previous experience is helpful but not necessary. A working knowledge of Word and Outlook would be an asset. Attention to detail is important. The duties of this position include: Read more…
To our supporters, our volunteers, and our visitors, the annual fair brings a glimpse of our agricultural community into the Bayfield community on the third weekend of August. We thank the businesses, organizations and individuals who willingly support this 168-year tradition with financial and/or in-kind donations. We are grateful for Read more…
We wish everyone in the community a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! The kind support of sponsors and community volunteers at the 2023 Bayfield Fair as well as our recent Wreath Sale fundraiser is greatly appreciated. We sincerely thank all who helped or participated in any way. Read more…
Our annual fundraising Wreath Sale was held on Friday and Saturday of the Christmas in Bayfield weekend. From the moment the sales team started to set up in front of St. Andrew’s United Church on Friday, November 17, eager purchasers were already arriving and selecting their wreaths. By all accounts, Read more…
The Annual General Meeting of the Bayfield Agricultural Society will be held in the basement of St. Andrew’s United Church and virtually online on Friday, November 24, 2023, starting at 8:00 p.m. This meeting is for the purpose of receiving reports and statements required to be placed before the Annual Read more…
One of the Bayfield Agricultural Society youth volunteers won a special award at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies (OAAS) District 8 on Oct. 24. This year the AGM was held in Milverton, Ontario. Cate Thompson of Bayfield was chosen from all the nominations Read more…
It’s that time of year again! The annual Wreath Sale, our major fundraiser, will be held during the Christmas in Bayfield weekend. Here’s what you need to know: Dates: Friday, Nov. 17 from 4 to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 18 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., while quantities last Read more…
We’re looking for people who enjoy being outdoors and can spare a few hours to help out with activities for the annual wreath-making fundraiser. The volunteer activities will include: cutting down grape vines and/or evergreen boughs making the grapevine bases assembling the grapevine and evergreen wreaths If anyone has grapevine, Read more…