After a year’s absence the lauded and much missed Valemountain Days festivities returned with a bang. Three days of celebrations marked by threatening, but generally cooperative weather. Above, Richard James threw candy to avid children during the parade. / EVAN MATTHEWSEVAN MATTHEWS
The kids stole the show at this year’s Valemountain Days parade, some of whom were even driving through the downtown on motor vehicles. Who knew a trike could be so cute? / BOB HOSKINS
After a nice long walk through the parade downtown, this horse chows down on some grass, while its jockey takes in some quality time. / EVAN MATTHEWSMica Pelletier pets this friendly cow at the petting zoo. “Moo!’ / MADDI PICKERLBrayden Woroshelo certainly looks the part, as he takes in the parade from a unique perspective next to his dad RCMP Sergeant Darren Woroshelo. / EVAN MATTHEWS
Every good fire department needs a dog, and Valemount’s is no different. Sparky, the dalmation mascot, accompanied his fellow firefighters down 5th Avenue during the Valemountain Days Parade. / BOB HOSKINS
Uncle Chris the Clown entertains local kids at the Sports Grounds last weekend.
The Drunken Midnight Howlers play some live tunes to liven up the crowd. / EVAN MATTHEWSHere for Beer goes to bat in the Valemountain Days Baseball Tournament. Hug that line! / EVAN MATTHEWS
EVAN MATTHEWSBrayden Woroshelo finished his painting of a happy face with a smile as big as his. Mica Pelletier continues to work. / EVAN MATTHEWSEVAN MATTHEWSEVAN MATTHEWSEVAN MATTHEWSEVAN MATTHEWSCarolyn Kirk smiles big, as she, Jessica Kunz, and Avery the dog place second with their float. / EVAN MATTHEWSScramble for candy! / EVAN MATTHEWS
