Review of the 2015 New York State Fair continues today with a look at State Fair Hound’s favorite new features. Equine Avenue tops the list, 
a tent that not only allowed close-up looks at some beautiful horses, but also allowed visitors to pet and pat the animals. Horse-related educational displays made it even better.
Improvements to the Iroquois Village, along with a rejuvenated Six Nations Day, made this a banner year for the original inhabitants of what is now New York. 
The new archway entrance, a huge dining deck and newly-paved paths that preserved the rustic look were terrific upgrades. An inside source revealed to the Hound that more improvements are on the way with replacement of the buildings planned for next year.
An unexpected first-year display showed how maple syrup is harvested and processed for sale. 
Set in a corner of the Horticulture building, it impressed Fair patrons with how much goes into bringing maple products to the market.
The Hound also hopes to see the return of the City Market, this year held on Aug. 29 only. Meanwhile Rexie the T-Rex quickly established himself (herself?) as a favorite of kids and adults and one of the Fair’s most photographed characters.
The Hound’s review rolls on tomorrow and beyond.
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