Competitors from around the world test skills during this year’s Highland Games

Jed Lamont heaves a 22-pound rock across the field at Carl Miller Park as he takes part in the weight for distance competition during the 12th Annual Mountain Home Highland Games and World Fair events held on Saturday.

Photo by Brian S. Orban

Elements of Scottish and Celtic cultures took the stage over the weekend as people from Europe and other countries from around the globe along with others from communities across Idaho and the United States came together during the 12th Annual Mountain Home Highland Games and World Fair.

Held in Carl Miller Park, these athletic events feature a series of cultural games geared for experienced athletes as well as those new to this form of individual competition.

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