Loch Lomond Highland Games
The Loch Lomond Celtic Society originated in 1995 and took, as its first major project, the return of the Loch Lomond Highland Games (which had been defunct for a number of years). After overcoming the obstacles of reinventing the wheel, so to speak, the 1996 Games went off virtually without a hitch. The Games continued successfully on the first weekend of October each year. After a year off, the LLCS will hold the 2010 Loch Lomond Highland Games at the Scottish Renaissance Festival on June 19th & 20th at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds.
The Scottish Highland Games are the modern continuation of an ancient Celtic tradition. Each event tests the athlete's strength and skill. It may seem that the sport requires brute strength alone, but developing good technique is essential to succeeding in the Games. The group Scottish Heavy Athletics facilitates and promotes Scottish Athletics in California. Please visit their website for more information about the events. This year's Highland Games will also include the traditional bagpipe competition and the modern clans. Join us for this unique, unprecedented festival. To volunteer for the Games, contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . |
