In 2012, Pioneer Acres will once again be hosting a number of Feature Weekends
to highlight one or more areas of our museum and
bring them to life. If previous years any indication, these weekends are sure to be entertaining
and informative.
Most feature weekends will have a concession available on site. Regular
admission rates apply except for slightly higher rates for the annual show. Come visit us and learn about Southern Alberta's history
firsthand.
May 26 – Spring Tractor Pull
The first tractor pull of the year is a great time to brush off the dust
and get your tractor out of winter storage. Use this day as a opportunity to
tune up your equipment and hone your skills.
June 9, 10 – Keep On Trucking
Our extensive collection of antique trucks is sure to fascinate anyone with an
interest in big rigs. Last year's truck rodeo was a big hit and this year promises even more.
Of course, we will be running our usual convoy to the Beiseker parade on Saturday morning.
July 28, 29 – Heritage and Horses
Alberta's pioneering heritage
was based on the families that were the fabric
of the west. This weekend focuses on everything related to those early families - their
housing, schooling, food provision, farming techniques, and transportation. Horses played a major role
back then by moving both people and agricultural equipment and it required Blacksmiths
and Wheelwrights to keep the whole thing moving. Something for everyone.
August 10, 11 & 12
- 43rd Annual Show and Reunion
This is our main event of the year. Virtually
every piece of equipment that we have will be
running. Many outside exhibitors also bring
displays, equipment, crafts, and much more. The 2012 feature manufacturer is
Minneapolis-Moline.
Admission rates are slightly higher.
August 25, 26 – Blow Off Some Steam
We have stationary and
portable steam engines and a 65 HP Case steam tractor, too. If you love steam
(and who doesn't?), you'll love this weekend. There will be plenty of opportunity to get up close and personal.
And dirty.
September 8, 9 – Stationary Engines
Farm life and industry as it was in early 1900’s would not have been possible
without engines to provide mechanical power. Stationary engines pumped water,
lifted grain in elevators, operated blacksmith and woodworking shops, produced
electricity and performed a host of other tasks.