Show Supplies

For those of you who are new, Corinne made a list of show supplies you will want to think about getting.  Not every kid needs everything - consider sharing with a buddy, using club supplies etc. There is also a flyspray list attached as a guide of good choices.  A great place to start looking is the ENasco Showing and Grooming Catalog.  Also don't forget to have a peek at the PDCA rules (Purebred Dairy Cattle Association).  Things have changed lately in regards to how to walk into the ring and rules of conduct while in the ring. Some of the not so up to date judges may go by the old rules - no way to tell, just use your own judgement. Happy Showing!

What you need to show your animal (You may not need everything on this list - put your name on everything you get) 

MUST:

• Show Halter (sleek, dainty - not chunky) 

• Rope Halter

• Show Clothes (white polo or button down, khakis or white chinos)

• Baby Wipes 

• Shampoo 

• At least one brush (horse brushes are good) 

Essential:

• Hairspray (clear magic // aqua net)

• Hairbrush • Clear spray paint // clear hoof polish

• Clippers 

• Fly Spray (not too harsh)

• Sunscreen (for animals with white)

• Hoof pick with brush

• Show box (plastic or wood, of larger size) 

Everything Else: 

• Baby Powder 

• Q-Tips 

• Coat Conditioner (Revive is the best)

• Whitening Shampoo (for animals with white) 

• Clipper guards (for belly hair) 

Topline: 

• Topline scissors // offset scissors 

• Small clippers 

• Rubber base brush (aka topline brush) 

• Rosin Powder

• Hair Dryer

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Fly Spray

Scholarship Opportunity

This was posted to Mass Dairy.  Maybe some of our kids would be interested -

Maryellen

Amy Spencer Memorial Scholarship Application Dare to Dream Educational Farm, Inc. is currently accepting application for the 2016 Amy Spencer Memorial Scholarship. Dare to Dream's mission is to foster personal and physical enrichment, growth and self discovery in individuals regardless of age, physical or emotional limitations, or the ability to pay, through experiences with farm animals, especially horses. The Amy Spencer Memorial Scholarship is available to all graduating seniors and post-graduates regardless of intended course of study, although preference is given to those individuals pursuing animal or agricultural studies. Applicants should submit this application, plus a one to two page essay highlighting the following information: a brief introduction of yourself and college plans, describe any experiences with animals and how it has impacted your life and/or what it has taught you, include extra curricular activities, especially involvement with animal related groups and/or Dare to Dream events. Photos are welcome, but not required. Applications should be sent to Dare to Dream Educational Farm Program, Attn: Amy Spencer Scholarship Committee, 16 Daniel Shays Highway, Orange MA 01364 and be postmarked no later than June 30,2016. For more information, please contact ramesz@aol.com.

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Meeting Monday

Just a reminder that our monthly meeting is this Monday at the fairgrounds.  We will be finalizing lease papers, so be sure to come if you plan on showing this season. Parents need to sign them, so they should either plan to stay for the meeting or come in to sign at pick up. 

Happy Mothers' Day to all the Moms!!

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Mr. Oneil to give talk about farm - RSVP

As most of you have heard, Mr. O'Neil has agreed to give a talk about the history of the O'Neil farm at the Duxbury Public Library, on April 11 6:30 - 7:30 pm.  All club members and their parents are encouraged to come.  We will be having our regular monthly meeting at the library that night starting at 6 before the talk, and wrapping up after if needed.  The public is also invited and the event is free.  The Friends of the Farm has asked for an approximate number of club members and parents who plan to attend, so please respond here ASAP.  Don't miss out!

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