People have been saying for years that country shows are on their last legs. I went to the Myrtleford Show today and I think it has a positive future.
Cattle and sheep judging are less relevant today and that was reflected in the low number of entries. But that’s about the only part of the show that’s declined.
Pavilion exhibits were strong. I saw some excellent photography and we enjoyed watching the equestrian events.
We left just before the “wonder pigs” and woodchopping, as some heavy showers dampened our enjoyment.
The twins loved the animal nursery and it was a pleasure to share their fun. The big kids had fun on the rides.
It was an expensive outing, but worth the cost and the effort.
Michael, at least your show still has the rural feel, the melbourne show is one big commercial advert for business
This sounds a bit like our county and state fairs. A mix of animal judging, the giant butter cow (a cow sculpted from butter) and rides and games.
Do you have tractor pulls?