WORKING CATTLE COMPETITION
Department 74

Superintendent: James Palmer, Jr.
573 Old Hartford Road, Colchester, CT 06415
Cell Phone (860) 608-0362
E-Mail Address:  Hayseedcom@aol.com

Asst.:  Tom Cavanaugh 860-267-9045

Barn space is limited so all entry’s must be in by August 1st. Barn space is on a first come first sever basis. “ALL” teams must be clean and in “show condition” at all times. All animals must have proof of rabies vaccination and a health certificate.  All out-of-state animals must show proof of TB test.  All classes are open.  All entries with barn space must be on the grounds Friday and must remain through dismissal time on Sunday.  Camper space is available but all exhibitors must PREREGISTER CAMPERS with the appropriate forms and fees.   All livestock trailers must be parked across the street on Route 169 for the weekend.  All exhibitors under 17 years old as of January 1st must go in showmanship.  Junior classes are under 17 years as of January 1st.
 
Friday, 4:00 p.m.
   
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
9th
10th
Class 741:  Stone Boat                    
Lot 1: Under Age 17:
$28
$25
$23
$20
$18
$16
$10
$10
$10
$10
       Lot 2: Age 17 & over:
$30
$26
$24
$22
$20
$15
$10
$10
$10
$10
                       
Class 747:  Showmanship                    
         Lot 1:  Under Age 17:
$35
$33
$30
$26
$20
$15

$10

$10

$10

$10

                     
Class 742:  Best Pair                    
Lot 1:  Under 2000:
$28
$25
$23
$20
$18
$16
$10
$10
$10
$10
                       
Friday, 8:00 p.m.
Class 746:  Powderpuff Pull                    
Lot 1:  One team:
$30
$25
$20
$15
$10
$5
$5
$5
$5
$5
                       
Saturday, 10:00 a.m.
Class 747:  Showmanship                    
Lot 1:  Age 17 & over:
$40
$35
$30
$25
$20
$15
$10
$10
$10
$10
                     
Class 742:  Best Pair                    
Lot 1:  Over 2000:
$30
$26
$24
$22
$20
$15
$10
$10
$10
$10
                       
Class 743:  Cart Class                    
Lot 1:  Under Age 17:
$45
$40
$35
$30
$25
$20
$15
$15
$15
$15
Lot 2:  Age 17 & over:
$45
$40
$35
$30
$25
$20
$15
$15
$15
$15
 
The Donald Francis Trophy
The Donald Francis Trophy honors Don and his commitment to youth and agriculture in Windham County and the State of Connecticut.  This rotating trophy will be presented to the best teamster, less than 17 years old as of January 1st, as determined by total points awarded in the Stone Boat, Showmanship and Cart Classes.
 

The Jean and Ray Ludwig Trophy

The Jean and Ray Ludwig trophy is in admiration for their many years of expertise and undying love of oxen, their dedication as 4-H leaders and open willingness to help young and old teamsters across the country. This plaque will be presented to the best senior teamster as determined by total points awarded in the Stone Boat, and Cart Classes.  From the working steer family, a heartfelt THANK YOU to the Ludwig’s!!
 
Saturday, 3:00 p.m.
All steers must be weighed in by 9:00 am. All teams must be driven with a whip and lash or wood goad stick. One team, one driver. All teams must remain on the grounds after weigh-in.
 
   
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
9th
10th
Class 744 - Distance Pull                     
Lot 1: Light Teams  (Must pull 50%):
$50
$45
$40
$35
$32
$25
$23
$20
$20
$20
Lot 2: Heavy Teams (Must pull 75%):
$50
$45
$40
$35
$32
$25
$23
$20
$20
$20
                       
Sunday, 9:30 a.m.
All teams must be entered by 9:00 am
Class 745:  Log Scoot                    
 
Lot 1:  Open Class:
$75
$65
$55
$45
$35
$30
$25
$20
$20
$20
                       
Class 748:  Kid’s 6-foot pull                    

Lot 1: Drivers under 16
Teams under 1600:
$30
$25
$20
$15
$10

$5

$5

$5

$5

$5

 

                      
Herdsman Award
Exhibitors will be judged throughout the fair on management, appearance of animals, attractiveness of exhibit, safety and cleanliness.
 
EDUCATIONAL DISPLAY

Class 749:  Best Educational Display  1st--$100, 2nd---$50—Must be included on your entry blank.