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PRINTCombine Demolition Derby
Of all the stories we cover, there seems to be one event that always gets rave reviews: The Combine Demolition Derby.
This annual derby pits 25-year-old combines against one another in a dirt arena in Lind, Washington. Thousands of residents from nearby towns come to see the battle that often resurrects aging combines before they are consigned to the scrap heap.
The drivers, who wear helmets but not much more protection, ram their duct-tape-laden machines into one another until they are just about disabled.
But it’s more than just a crash contest. The rural tourism event is a major fundraiser for the area’s programs, such as senior and youth services.
“The Combine Demolition Derby sets a shining example of what a small American community can accomplish when they put their minds to it. And, it highlights the family – and what it means for fathers and sons to work together toward a common goal,” said Mickey Youmans, exeuctive vice president of development and production for Farmers’ Almanac TV.
Farmers’ Almanac TV has included a 5-minute segment of the event in its public television show, Farmers’ Almanac TV. The segment can also be found on our web site: farmersalmanactv.com.
On Nov. 17th, we are proud to show a 30-minute episode of The Combine Demolition Derby on RFD-TV at 9:00 p.m. We hope you enjoy the show.
To see our press release, click here.
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