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The hay bale throwing contest at the Kenosha County Fair will take place at 6:30 p.m., Friday of the fair. Pre-registration starts at 6 p.m. There is a $1 entry fee
The premise is simple. Take a bale of hay and see how far you can toss it. Techniques vary.
Classes are divided by gender and age. Cash and prizes are awarded for the top finishers. Medallions are sponsored by Farm Bureau. Usually at least some members of the fair court also give the contest a heave.
The contest is sponsored by Slades Corners Lucky Clovers 4-H Club.
The Kenosha County Fair runs this year from Aug. 19 to 23.
