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by Deanna Mitchener Martin Long Yellowhead Agriculture Society host Gymkhana in new facility


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The Yellowhead Agriculture Society (YAS)
Obituaries Bryan Walter held their first Gymkhana in their brand new,
& Gerald Soroka indoor riding facility at the Edson Rodeo
Grounds on December 8.
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The event on December 8th had a great
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opens to the public,” added Sabourin.
Kelsey, Adalyn, Devon, Addison, and Courtney were all thrilled to be taking part in the first Gymkhana in YAS's new
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