RiverFest
Riverfest 2009
Reconnect, Discover and Celebrate the River!
Saturday September 12
12 noon - 5 pm
Kaministiquia River Heritage Park
FEATURING:
"RIBBERFEST" BBQ Rib Cook-Off
8 a.m. to 4 p.m. - on Simpson St. (outside)
Amateur and Pro Categories
Who will have Thunder Bay's Best Ribs?
Prizes include a Lil' Tex Traeger BBQ
Thank you to sponsors Traeger Canada, Dougall Media, TBayTel, The Chronicle-Journal and Canada Safeway
KAM RIVER REEL IN Youth Fishing Derby
12 pm - 4 p.m.
at Kam River Heritage Park
for ages 13 & under (must be accompanied by an adult)
To Register call 625-8463 - No cost to enter
Supported by:
Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters
The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources
Tour the historic James Whalen Tug Boat
Explore a 1960's era Via Rail Train
Enjoy live entertainment
Activities for the whole family
Free Admission!
Enter the Park from Syndicate Avenue through the north entrance underpass near Donald Street or the south entrance underpass near Ridgeway Street.
For more information
Call (807) 625-2487 or toll-free 1-888-336-7386.
Tours for the attractions below occur all day (noon to 5 pm):
James Whalen Tug
Via Rail Train
Thunder Bay Tug Services tug 'The Glenada'
Canadian Coast Guard Cutter
Entertainment Schedule:
TBA
Crafters Area:
- participants tba
Concessions on site
Face painting and crafts for the kids
STREET CLOSURES:
The following streets will be closed from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. for Riverfest and the Fort William Fall Street Festival:
- May St. (from Miles St. to Donald St.)
- Simpson Street (from Miles St. to May St.)
- Victoria Ave. (from Brodie St. to Simpson St.)
- George St. (from May St. to Simpson St.)
Riverfest History:
Riverfest was first held in July 2002. This "Festival of the River" was the brainchild of Paul Morralee who wanted to create an attraction that would highlight the history and potential of Thunder Bay's Waterfront while drawing visitors to Kam River Heritage Park and the City's downtown South Core. Mr. Morralee and an enthusiastic group of volunteers embraced the task of reintroducing the Kaministiqwia River and showcasing the new Heritage Park. Reacquainting the public with the beauty, history and recreational opportunities the waterfront offers was key to the event.
In 2003 the event expanded to two days. In 2005 the event returned after a one year absence with volunteers Ray Rivard and Clive Dudley guiding plans. In 2006 the City of Thunder Bay Recreation & Culture Division came on board to take the lead on planning.
Sponsors are welcome! If your company is interested in participating as a sponsor for this memorable event next year, please call Doug Henry at (807) 625-2487 or email dhenry@thunderbay.ca.
