Riders try out the swings on the first day of the 2009 Kansas State Fair. Photo by Jerron Conner

A lone rider braves the Spin Out. Photo by Jerron Conner

A vendor shows off the meal he just created during his cookware sales. Photo by Jerron Conner

Taking a dizzy trip on one of the carnival rides. Photo by Jerron Conner

A former Wizard of Oz character breathes fire for the audience before the sideshow. Photo by Jerron Conner

Riders enjoy a stomach-churning turn on Pharoah's Fury. Photo by Jerron Conner

The barker and his assistant try to lure in customers at the sideshow. Photo by Jerron Conner

Getting a bird's eye view of the crowd. Photo by Jerron Conner

Little "Spidey" hesitates before getting off a ride. Photo by Jerron Conner

A patron tries out the Wii game at the Technology Center. Photo by Jerron Conner

A.J. Lutter, the chainsaw artist, sends chips flying. Photo by Dustin Kindell

Having a snack while watching the fair crowds. Photo by Dustin Kindell

Even on a cool day, ice cream is a great treat. Photo by Dustin Kindell

A family stops for a snack at one of the many vendors. Photo by Dustin Kindell

A family begins their day at the Kansas State Fair. Photo by Dustin Kindell

Helping to set up a stall in one of the cattle barns. Photo by Dustin Kindell