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Sheep Lead Contest Superintendent: Shannon Cordova The object of
this contest is to present wool and sheep in the most attractive manner, to
give the spectators a real opportunity to see a contest of beauty and to
promote the sheep and wool industry. Entrant may be of
any age, although old enough to lead the ewe themselves. Sheep must be
conditioned, fitted and trained to show at halter. The entrant will be judged
on the outfit selected and the entire costume must consist of a minimum of 50
percent wool fiber when all components are averaged. The predominant garment of
the outfit must consist of at least 50 percent wool. The outfit need
not be handmade. The aim is to present a stylish and attractive picture,
promote wool and lend elegance to the contest. There will be
judges in the following categories: judging the sheep, judging the contestant
and outfit, and judging the overall picture. The highest number of total points
determines the winner. Bonus points may be awarded for creativeness and
originality or an outstanding sheep background. A resume of the
contestant’s background and a description of the person’s entire
outfit will be submitted as part of the entry. If the outfit is homemade, a
swatch of material should accompany the entry. Rules: All entries
(resumes) are due to Shannon Cordova on Friday, August 24, 2007. ( Resumes may be
one-half to one full page (8 1/2 x 11), typed or printed. Sheep to be lead must
be ewes regardless of breed shown. Ewes must be conditioned, fitted and trained
to show at halter. For more
information send an email to: Taos County Fair Association |