The Harlem Globetrotters of forestry are going to masterfully roll, climb and throw axes at logs once again at the Penticton Peach Festival this summer. SUBMITTED

Lumberjack daredevils set to return to Penticton’s Peachfest

The Harlem Globetrotters of forestry are going to masterfully roll, climb and throw axes at logs once again at the Penticton Peach Festival this summer.

The West Coast Lumberjacks are four professional lumberjack athletes who are internationally recognized for their daredevil skills, according to a press release from the Peachfest, which adds that they all are former Canadian champions.

“We are very excited to be returning to Peach Festival, especially since PeachFest is one of our favourite summer events to perform at," West Coast Lumberjacks president Darren Dean said in the release.

"Make sure you bring your best plaid and cheer on the lumberjack as they log roll, axe throw, and compete to see who is the fastest lumberjack that day. We are looking forward to seeing everyone in August."

Penticton Peach Festival can finally celebrate its 75th event this summer after a major delay.

“They will be a great addition to celebrate the return of Peach Festival after a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic,” Peachfest president said Don Kendall said in the release.

“We know, based on their previous appearances at the festival, that the lumberjacks will be a popular act.”

PeachFest runs from Aug. 3 to 7 and admission is free for the festival and the entertainment. The West Coast Lumberjacks will be performing at Okanagan Lake Park.

For more information about the return of PeachFest, check out the website here.

READ MORE: Peach Fest committee pulls together mini celebration amid challenging year

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