Garden Project Advances with CAD Plans and Educational Focus for Montana Fair
March 14, 2023 | Yellowstone, Montana
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The Yellowstone County Commissioner meeting held on March 14, 2023, focused on several key initiatives aimed at enhancing community engagement and improving local events, particularly the upcoming Montana Fair.
The meeting began with an update on the garden project, which is progressing well. Representatives from the extension office have developed a comprehensive plan, including a CAD drawing of the layout. Organic materials have been secured to replace gravel and dirt, which will be excavated soon. This project is expected to serve as a long-term educational focus for the fair and the Metropark, benefiting both the county and local educational programs.
Discussions also included plans to increase animal attractions at the fair, with efforts to involve local FFA and 4-H students in activities outside the expo area. A creative idea proposed was to replace traditional sandboxes with a sandbox filled with corn, providing a cleaner and more enjoyable experience for children.
Additional attractions for the fair were discussed, including chainsaw carving, a gem and mineral display, and a talent show. The committee emphasized the importance of community involvement in organizing these events to avoid overburdening Metropark staff.
In a promotional effort, the county truck will be wrapped in a Montana Fair decal to enhance visibility and excitement around the event. The committee is also in the process of securing a lineup of night show acts, with hopes to finalize details soon to begin ticket sales in March.
Lastly, the meeting addressed the ticketing process for the fair. The team is awaiting confirmation from Access regarding the replication of a self-service kiosk model used in the previous year. In the meantime, they plan to encourage early ticket purchases via mobile devices to minimize long lines at the gates.
Overall, the meeting highlighted a proactive approach to enhancing the Montana Fair experience, with a focus on community involvement and innovative attractions.
The meeting began with an update on the garden project, which is progressing well. Representatives from the extension office have developed a comprehensive plan, including a CAD drawing of the layout. Organic materials have been secured to replace gravel and dirt, which will be excavated soon. This project is expected to serve as a long-term educational focus for the fair and the Metropark, benefiting both the county and local educational programs.
Discussions also included plans to increase animal attractions at the fair, with efforts to involve local FFA and 4-H students in activities outside the expo area. A creative idea proposed was to replace traditional sandboxes with a sandbox filled with corn, providing a cleaner and more enjoyable experience for children.
Additional attractions for the fair were discussed, including chainsaw carving, a gem and mineral display, and a talent show. The committee emphasized the importance of community involvement in organizing these events to avoid overburdening Metropark staff.
In a promotional effort, the county truck will be wrapped in a Montana Fair decal to enhance visibility and excitement around the event. The committee is also in the process of securing a lineup of night show acts, with hopes to finalize details soon to begin ticket sales in March.
Lastly, the meeting addressed the ticketing process for the fair. The team is awaiting confirmation from Access regarding the replication of a self-service kiosk model used in the previous year. In the meantime, they plan to encourage early ticket purchases via mobile devices to minimize long lines at the gates.
Overall, the meeting highlighted a proactive approach to enhancing the Montana Fair experience, with a focus on community involvement and innovative attractions.
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