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Woolbrook Bushmans Cattledog Challenge. A very pleasant, but chilly morn , saw a gathering of stockman ready to participate in an unusual challenge. For this event the organisers wanted two full rounds. The first was for each stockman to work 2 dogs simultaneously to take 2 head of fresh stock around the course. They were free to work each dog as they deemed fit to complete each job. There were cattle left in the open yard adjoining the course , so it was a difficult job to keep the 2 head moving away from their mates. The cogs were cranking among the stockmen , when after the first 4 runs no one had achieved a delivery. Young Zac Ede came out and broke the ice by putting up a score , straight after Dan Matthews followed suit and got around the course. Another rough patch followed, before a few handlers again mastered the tricky situation . The best 3 runs came late in the first round when Ross Green, Chris Bagnall and Joel Mace all put good scores on the board. For the second round you choose the better of your dogs and had to complete the same set of jobs but with 5 head. With more points now (as it is 5 points per Hd per job completed) There was room for all to catch the leaders if they faltered. More completed the tasks this time round, but it was newcomer Hamish McLaren that made a push by putting up a very good run and moving up the ladder. It was now up to the 2 leaders from the first round Chis Bagnall and Joel Mace to hold their nerve. They ran back to back, and obliged by putting up the 2 high scores for the challenge. A great day, good atmosphere and people willing to give a tough format a try. Thanks to all , organisers, helpers, caterers and yardmen alike. Placings 1st Chris Bagnall Turbo 188 2nd Joel Mace Oakley 175 3rd Hamish McLaren Murray 149 Good Job everyone. |
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VIDEO
Early morning cuppa and a discussion on
the days challenge course.
the days challenge course.
| Dog of the Year 2012 "Lance" D. Matthews 2013 "Lance" D. Matthews 2014 "Lance" D. Matthews 2015 "Oakley" J. Mace . |
The judge with winner Chris Bagnall ,
2nd Joel Mace and 3rd Hamish McLaren
2nd Joel Mace and 3rd Hamish McLaren
