Tavistock Fall Fair honours Ken (Butch) Mogk for decades of service

By Gary West

Ken Mogk was the centre of attention Saturday as his family and friends gathered to honour his decades of leadership and hard work organizing the heavy horse show at the Tavistock Fall Fair. Gary West photo

The Tavistock Fall Fair has long relied on the dedication of countless volunteers, and few have given more to the event than Ken (Butch) Mogk.

For decades, Mogk poured his passion for horses into organizing the heavy horse show, making it one of the most successful and anticipated events at the fair.

On Saturday, during this year’s horse show, Mogk and his family were recognized for his years of service.

Agricultural Society president Kim Urlando addressed the large crowd on hand.

“When you think of horses and parades around Tavistock, the name Ken Mogk is a familiar one,” she said. “Ken’s love of horses has been a lifelong journey. That passion led him to take on the role of convener for the heavy horse show—a tough job, even for a horse lover like him. Truly, it has been a labour of love.

“At the agricultural society, we are so grateful for the years Ken has served our organization with such dedication. Our many thanks for a job well done.”