Hidden Valleys Fainting Goat Shows
May 2, 2009
We are pleased to announce the Hidden Valleys Fainting Goat Shows. There will be 3 shows taking place in one day on May 2, 2009.
Schedule of Show (PLEASE WATCH FOR UPDATES)
Saturday May 2
9 AM MSFGA Show #1 Judge is Doug Thompson of Minnesota
12 PM Lunch
1 PM MGR Show Judged by Doug Thompson
4 PM MSFGA Show #2 Judged by Andrew Glaeser
Camping is available for $25 per night. This includes electrical hookup.
Out of town exhibitors please let us know if you will be arriving Friday night so we can make sure to help you get settled in.
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The ORIGINAL registration certificate MUST accompany the goats during check-in. Kids under three (3) months of age must be registered for any sanctioned classes.
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Age eligibility for classes will be determined by registration certificate.
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Substitutions will be allowed at Check-In within the same class at no charge.
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No percentage goats will be allowed to be shown.
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MSFGA RULES TO GOVERN THE MSFGA SHOWS.
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Goats will be released immediately after the show.
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All out of state goats MUST have a health certificate. Goats coming from Minnesota or Michigan must have a negative TB test and the herds they originate from must have a whole herd negative TB test within 12 months. Please see the specific requirements listed on the Wisconsin Department of Ag, Trade and Consumer protection WEBSITE. Scrapie rules apply. If you use microchips, you must furnish a reader. Tattoos MUST be legible. Scrapie tags are acceptable. You MUST bring an extra copy of your goat's health certificate that will be retained by the show secretary.
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All goats must be shown with collar on. All goats must wear collars outside of stalls. Bucks must be secure at all times.
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Show secretary reserves the right to split large classes.
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MGR Rules to govern and to take precedence over all others FOR THE MGR SHOW.
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Entry fee: $7 per goat per show. No refunds of entry fees. Late entry fee is $10 if postmarked after 4/20/2009.
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This is a ribbon and points show. Any available awards will be announced at the show.
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Private treaty sales will be allowed after the show.
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Entries must be received no later than 4/20/2009.
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Goats MUST be checked in between 7 – 9 AM or 11 – 12:30 on the day of the show.
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All goats brought into the facility must be entered.
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Private treaty sales allowed but all goats brought into the facility must be entered.
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Any item that comes up that is not specifically covered by these rules will be decided by the show committee and their decision will be final.
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No smoking in the barns or arena allowed.
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All goats entering Wisconsin for exhibition must meet all the requirements for entry into that state. Goats must have a valid health certificate. In State goats do not need a health certificate. Goats may be examined on grounds by show personnel or veterinarian. Goats showing evidence of disease, particularly foot rot, sore mouth, abscesses will not be allowed to enter the barn or show and may be released by officials. A veterinarian can be called at the owners expense if we deem the situation necessary.
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The organizers of this show and the facility will not be liable for any loss, damages or accidents to animals, persons or property while participating in the show. Youth exhibitors are to be accompanied by a responsible adult.
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No dogs are allowed in the show arena or barns.
For more information or questions please Contact:
Rebecca Gretebeck
608-797-6247
******** IF YOU ARE HAVING TROUBLE ACCESSING THE ENTRY FORMS PLEASE EMAIL ME AND I WILL SEND YOU A HARD COPY. grtbck@yahoo.com
Location: La Crosse County Fairgrounds in West Salem, WI