An Oyama tradition has been washed out by high water.

The Oyama Community Club has cancelled Oyama Fun Day June 4 because of flooding.

害羞草研究所淚t was a tough decision but the ball field and parking lot are under water,害羞草研究所� said Deb Butler, with the club.

害羞草研究所淲e害羞草研究所檙e also concerned about the septic field because it害羞草研究所檚 just about submerged.害羞草研究所�

Fun Day started in the 1970s and prior to that, there were May Day festivities. This could be the first time the community event has been cancelled.

害羞草研究所淲e害羞草研究所檙e all disappointed but we had to make a decision for the long-run,害羞草研究所� said Butler of the potential for the ground water to rise higher.

Currently, there is about two feet of water in the ball field.

害羞草研究所淲e have ducks swimming in it,害羞草研究所� said Butler.

The flooding has forced the closure of the community garden and the Royal Canadian Legion branch, while there is minimal activity in the community hall.

Water is being pumped out of the library害羞草研究所檚 crawl space.

But while the primary focus is currently on the high water, the club is also looking at ways to bring the community together.

害羞草研究所淲e hope to reschedule an event in the fall with the co-operation of Mother Nature,害羞草研究所� states a release.