The 52nd Annual Rock River Thresheree Reunion will be held over Labor Day weekend, August 29, 30 & 31 and September 1, 2008, at the Rock River Thresheree grounds in rural Edgerton, Wisconsin. It opens at 8 a.m. and closes at 5 p.m. each day.

Our featured engine for 2008 is not an engine at all -- it's a private collection. The Wade family of Richmond, Wisconsin, have generously agreed to let the Rock River Thresheree host their collection. The brothers were famous for their love of Nichols & Shepard steam traction engines. Over the past three years, the Wades, club members, friends, neighbors and steam enthusiasts have been hard at work preparing the over 80-piece collection. Don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to view the Wade Bros. Collection!

Also of interest is our attempt at a world record-breaking ring of over 20 threshers on Saturday, August 30th (if it rains, we'll shoot for Sunday, August 31st). First we'll go for the largest steam-powered ring at 11 a.m., then the largest gas-powered ring at 1 p.m. Anyone interested in bringing a thresher or a power (steam or gas) for the ring (or just to display) should contact the club for more information.

Upon arrival at Threshermen's Park, you will find that parking is free and abundant, as are all our shuttles (seat-filled wagons pulled behind classic tractors). Ride a shuttle to the main entrance gate where admission is only $6 for adults and $1 for children aged 6-12 years old. Children aged 5 and under are free.

From the gate, ride another shuttle to any location of your choice in the park or get off and enjoy the walk. Our grounds are handicap accessible and we will gladly provide in-park transportation for those with special needs.

Since the Thresheree is an outdoor, rural event, we highly recommend that you wear comfortable shoes and clothing. (Personally, I recommend avoiding white clothing, too, especially if you plan to ride the Cannonball!)

Below, you will find a link to the Wade Bros. Collection as well as other useful links for those planning on attending the 52nd Annual Rock River Thresheree Reunion.