620 CKRM Harvest Country Cookout #5 with The Pedersen’s of Lockwood

There’s nothing quite like the spirit of harvest season—when we come together to celebrate the hardworking farmers and agricultural heroes who keep Saskatchewan growing. At 620 CKRM, we’re proud to show our appreciation with our Harvest Country Cookouts!

These special gatherings are all about family, community, sharing great food, and connecting with the amazing people who feed our province and beyond. From delicious bites to heartfelt stories, every cookout is a chance to say thank you and shine a spotlight on the dedication, resilience, and passion of our ag community. Darin & Sheri Pederson were very gracious hosts and their sense of enthusiasm inspired me as we celebrated the harvest, shared a meal, and made lasting memories with the folks who make it all possible. Because when it comes to farming, community is always on the menu!

Again, none of this possible without our great sponsors.

So before the cookout I get the opportunity to explore my surroundings and see the great communities that make up this province. There is nothing more scenic than a drive North on highway 20 from Regina. Lets begin.

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: Great view of the Qu’Appelle Valley

First community was Bulyea and the historic elevator. Bulyea was named after the former lieutenant govenor of Alberta.

Let’s check out Strasbourg. It was named after Strasbourg, Germany.

Duvall is next on my agenda. Duvall was named after Edward W. Duvall, a Lieutenant killed in the first world war from the area.

: beautiful elevator

: Gilbert Pinay came over to thank me for taking the time to chat with his mom, Margaret of Montmartre, over the years

Went by Cymric and had to stop. Not much left there. Cymric is a Welsh name for St.Mary’s.

Govan was a pleasant surprise as it was the community that time forgot. I love the old character and charm of the buildings and it’s inhabitants. The could make a periodical movie here very easy. The architecture is fabulous. Govan was named after Walter Govan, an early settler in the area.

: old town hall

: town hall

: town shop

Next stop Nokomis. Nokomis was named after a Longfellow poem “Hiawatha” as it represented a romantic domain of the indigenous.

: for sale

: Rita told me about the history to the elevator

: Built by her husband

: Jeff of Nokomis Brewing

: a special loan to the museum

: This is a must stop

: Christine gave me a nice tour of the museum….so much history

We are off to Lockwood. It was named after Mr. Lockwood, a district passenger agent when the line was being built in 1907. Lockwood was also known for their ball team the “Twi-lighters”.

Time to head to the Pedersen farm but not before a quick trip to the Round Barn outside of Drake. Lots of great old barns in the area.

: Bartel Barn Date Constructed: 1927 History: Cornelius and Marie (Sawatzky) Bartel contracted John Andres of Rosthern to build the barn. Lorne Thompson of Lanigan built the lower stone wall. J.A. Peters also worked on the barn’s construction. The barn was damaged in 1967 when it was hit by lightning, and again in 1976 during a severe wind storm. However, it was repaired after both incidents.