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Summerfest 2017 draws impressive crowds

Author: Expositor Staff

July 19, 2017

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Smashup-winner — On top of the heap! Bradley Stapleton stands proud atop his Manitoulin Chrysler-sponsored Smash-up Derby entry as overall winner, having vanquished second place winner Matthew Noland in the final clash. David Borton won the Best Spray Painted Award, while Steven Varey won the Best Hand Painted Award. Held on Sunday afternoon, the signature event of Manitowaning’s Southeast Manitoulin Lions Club Summerfest Weekend attracted over a whopping 900 spectators this year. photo by Giovanni Capriotti

Some cool Freezies were a welcome way to beat the rare summer heat during the annual Summerfest Parade.

Miss Manitoulin Hope Gulyas had a broad smile as she rode in style through the Summerfest Parade. The inimitable Jean McLennan was riding shotgun while Harold Clarke was driving. photos by Michael Erskine

They also serve who haul the treats. It takes a lot of willing hands to make the weekend a success.

Horse pull winner Gerald Webkamigad’s team pulled a hefty 6,500 pounds for the win. Second place went to Kevin Gilbert of Purple Valley’s team. A team of Mr. Gilbert’s also took third place. photo by Giovanni Capriotti

Horses are always a favourite at the annual Summerfest Parade and these fine specimens were bringing up the rear at this year’s event.

Nothing says summer quite like a free hot dog! Assiginack Deputy Fire Chief Brian Lafleur was kept busy handing out the delicious treats before and after the parade.

Sausages, iced tea, a dinosaur T-shirt and a rocking cool hat. Summerfest fun just doesn’t get any better than this.

Painting up a face. Getting your face painted is a popular summer festival pastime.

Summerfest coordinator Lion Lisa Halleart was ready for a little kids’ game boxing.

Jousting for top bragging rights, entries from across Manitoulin have made the Smash-up Derby a definite crowd pleasing favourite. Loud crashes and plenty of smoke and flying bits of metal added to the excitement. photo by Giovanni Capriotti

David Borton won Best Spray Paint Job at the Manitowaning Summerfest, Smashup Derby

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