Never ridden an ATV? No worries! Oregon Parks and Recreation Department will be here every day of Fair with an exhibit and everything you need to know about ATVs!

Fast action BMX Racing is returning to the Oregon State Fair! Capitol City BMX will hold ABA sanctioned races every day of Fair. Race, watch, or try it yourself! Visit www.myspace.com/capitolcitybmx for more info!

Bring a bike and helmet and try the track for FREE when a race isn't running. Rental bikes and helmets will be available as well! The track opens at 12pm every day and stays open until the Fair closes!

Bocce is a competitive game of skill that can sharpen your reflexes, improve your bowling, golf and shuffleboard play, and encourage good fellowship. We’ll have experienced players on hand to help show how Bocce is played. Hart Gardens.

Let off some steam while you challenge your friends to a basketball game at the Oregon State Fair. Shoot some hoops or pick up a game for free on our half-court!

Roller Derby is now in Salem! Welcome the Cherry City Derby Girls on Monday September 7th for all-girl derbies from 1pm-3pm and 6pm-8pm!

Roller derby is a game of controlled power, quick wit and bursts of speed. Points are scored by two jammers who race each other around the track. Each jammer has four blockers who are trying to help her and four blockers who are trying to knock her down (or at the very least hold her back).

This is not your grandmother's oil painting! New this year is an opportunity to watch the Doodle Monster Krew at work in the Sports and Recreation Area! On Friday, September 4th, starting at noon artists will be painting a graffiti mural next to the Skate Park.

Have a monster of a good time on a monster truck ride! Owned by Chuck and Cathy Jordan and sponsored by Bi-Mart, the Bi-Mart Advantage Ride Truck is a 2003 Chevrolet 2500HD Silverado that stands 14 feet tall and 12 feet wide. The Bi-Mart Advantage Ride Truck is equipped with eight racing seats with four-point harnesses—perfect for tons of fun. Sports, Health and Recreation Annex Area.

Black Rock Mountain Biking Association introduced a new Mountain Bike Skills Park in 2008, and this year they are going bigger and better! Freeride elements from the mountain return to the State Fair along with a huge pump track and improved dirt jumps. Whether you want to come learn how to ride a skinny, balance, jump, or race – or, if you are a seasoned rider looking to hone up those skills or just see some impressive riding - the Bike Skills Park is the place for you! 12-8pm every day. South of the Pavilion in the Sports and Recreation Area. For more information visit www.brmba.org.

NEW to 2009 is the Action Drain Jump Jam on September 5th. Whether you watch or participate, you do not want to miss this!

Mountain Bike Short Track (STXC) is a unique style of mountain bike racing that utilizes a short, spectator friendly, trail with undulating terrain, berms, jumps and tight turns. Separate race categories are offered for beginners and more experienced riders; including individual categories for juniors, women, and men. The 2009 Salem STXC Series will be held at the Oregon State Fairgrounds in Salem, OR and will utilize the Fair's BMX track and adjacent grassy field. This venue will allow for easy access off of I-5 and wonderful spectator opportunities.

Check out the race at the Oregon State Fair on August 29th starting at 5:00pm. South of the Pavilion in the Sports and Recreation Area. The series will be leading up to Fair through August. Whether you're racing or watching, you will have a great time! For more information and registration, visit www.buylocalcycling.com.

Move up in the world. Way up. Climb free form boulders based on renowned climbing Mecca Smith Rock and designed by international rock climbing wall manufacturer EntrePrises. Bouldering (climbing without ropes, close to the ground) will be allowed on these rocks. Smaller rocks are perfect for the kids to scramble on, while the larger boulders offer difficult boulder problems and endless traverses. Bring your shoes and chalk bag and get ready to climb Monkey Face! South of Pavilion in the Sports Annex.

Get on board with one of the hottest sports around. Try skateboarding for yourself, or watch the Dokument Skate Competition at our very own skate park. There's something for everyone, from beginners to pros, so skate on from 12-8pm every day. Open skate is free if you bring your own board and helmet. Rental boards and helmets will be available as well! More information at www.dokumentskateshop.com. South of the Pavilion in the Sports and Recreation area.

You can have serenity and physical activity amid the busy Oregon State Fair by experiencing movement arts in the Sports and Recreation area with Western Oregon University professors. Stop by and participate in one or more activities. Join Warren Allen for Easy Flowing Tai Chi; a simple approach to connecting breathing and movement into a flowing playful dance for the benefits of strengthening, flexibility and self-awareness. Come by and do some Integrated Yoga Flow activities on the ball with Terheanna Marquez and experience other untraditional opportunities to improve your overall fitness in a relaxed and fun environment. All skill levels are encouraged to join in!