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Nurturing the Rycroft Community

The Rycroft Ag Society began in 1975, after branching off from the Spirit River Ag Society. Since becoming an independent Ag Society, our mission has been to enhance life by nurturing growth and participation through community events.

Though we’ve experienced much change over the years, our roots remain in agriculture. Thanks to the Rycroft Ag Society Farm, our facilities have grown to support and accommodate more community events. Our hearts are in the community, and we can’t wait to see where our continued growth brings the Rycroft area!

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1912

Founding

  • The Spirit River Agricultural Society was established in the Spirit River Settlement on December 18, 1912.
  • Land was allocated by the Dominion of Canada for fairs and events on the WE ¼ of Section 6, Twp 78, Ra 5 W6.
1912

1928

Relocation

  • The Ag Society and Rycroft Sports Association purchased a new location on RG 39, Twp 78, RR5, W6, consisting of 22.5 acres with a two-story hall.
  • Land was allocated by the Dominion of Canada for fairs and events on the WE ¼ of Section 6, Twp 78, Ra 5 W6.
1928

1933

First Hall Fire

  • The original hall burned down in the fall of 1933.
1933

1934

New Hall Construction

  • A new hall measuring 70′ x 32′ was built.
  • An addition was added in 1944, including a projector room for showing movies like Gone With the Wind.
1934

1952

Second Hall Fire

  • The hall burned down in January 1952, leaving only the curling rink.
1952

1981

Curling Rink Dismantling

  • The curling rink, a community hub for decades, was dismantled due to highway expansion.
1981

1975

Name Change and Modern Era

  • On February 7, 1975, the society was renamed the Rycroft Agricultural Society under a new charter.
  • Provincial grant funding supported the rebuilding of community facilities, leading to the modern-day hall.
1975

Present Day

Rycroft Agricultural Society

  • The Rycroft Agricultural Society remains a testament to community vision and support, continuing to serve as a local hub for events and activities.
 
Present Day

Become a Member

Ag Society members can vote at our annual AGM and run for one of the nine Director positions on our Board. Membership is only $5 per year and proceeds go towards our annual events and operating costs.

If your heart is in the community and you’re interested in becoming more involved, contact us about becoming a member!

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