[Jacob-list] Jacobs at fairs in general

[Gary Tomas Fay]

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Gary Tomas Fay wrote:

> Excellent point....
>
> I went to the NC State fair (for one day only) and saw the meat breeds,
> and very little else. But one of the National Shepherd's groups was
> there with posters and information. I knew I wanted small livestock that
> could be easily handled, but was torn between Goats and Sheep. I read
> the fact sheets and looked at the poster (From the American Sheep
> Industry Association) and was intrigued by the uniqueness of the Jacob
> and the horn set!
>
> I looked at several breeds but kept coming back to Barbados, Romanov's
> and Jacob's. When I did a search I found the "I See Spots" farm. I lived
> in Greensboro previously and had not moved too far away so I stopped in
> for a visit... Now I am hooked!!!! (Thanks MEH I think! 7;-}   )
>
> It is not about winning ribbons with Jacob's, it is getting the public
> exposed to the unique and wonderful properties of this fantastic breed.
>
> Gary
>
> J Thomas wrote:
>
> > ...
> > Part of showing a rare and distinctive breed is
> > educating others about the breed. I'm sure others,
> > like me, will see Jacobs at Fairs and Shows recognize
> > Jacobs for their unique characteristics and start
> > their own Jacob flocks.
> >
> > Happy showing!
> > ...
> > =====
> > Joy Thomas, Son-Rise Farm
> > Home of Jacob Sheep
> > http://home.infospace.com/sonspots1
> >
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