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A blustery wind at the Alaska State Fairgrounds greeted competitors Sunday on the second day of competition during the Alaska Scottish Highland Games, which has been taking place for 42 years.

Chris Carr of New Mexico competing in the Caber toss during the Alaska Scottish Highland Games at the Alaska State Fairgrounds on Sunday, June 25, 2023.

“The Alaska Scottish Highland Games is a celebration of all things Scottish,” said emcee Meghan Card. “One of our headliners is the field events, the traditional sports of Scotland, like the Caber and Hammer toss. We also have other Scottish events like piping and drumming. Just a lot of fun, a lot of community, very family-friendly, lots of things to see and hear and do.”Meghan Card stands near Cabers as she emceed the Alaska Scottish Highland Games at the Alaska State Fairgrounds on Sunday.

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