Chamber Chatter

In the early 1800’s most farmers did not have dogs for pets.  Every animal had a job or purpose on the farm.

Different breeds were used to help with herding the livestock.  Stockdog trails began in Great Britain as a way for shepherds to settle bragging rights over who had the best dog.

Stockdogs are still used on farms today.  However, a lot of owners raise them only to compete for titles.

The Sweet Seasons Farm at Valley Head will host a sanctioned stockday trial on October 3^rd and 4^th beginning at 8:00 AM each day.

Trials such as this one using international rules are now held all over the world.  The judge for the Sweet Seasons Farm event will be Michael Schofield from Surrey, Great Britain.

Farm trials are very informal in nature.  Richard and Paulette Manning encourage everyone to bring a lawn chair; mingle with the competitors; and ask questions.

The Manning’s farm is a beautiful setting to watch the border collies demonstrate their skills in herding sheep.  The winner will compete in the national trials.

An admission fee of $5.00 will be charged by the DeKalb County Animal Adoption Agency.  Sweet Seasons Farm is located at 2339 County Road 608, Valley Head.

The award winning VFW Fair is now through October 3^rd.  Gates open at 5:00 PM daily and at 10:00 AM for kids’ day on Saturday.

The Chamber congratulates Charles Stephens and his hardworking crew for another successful fun-filled fair.