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Post by heulwen on Aug 7, 2005 23:05:02 GMT 1
I have been asked to steward at a local agricultural show. Any tips from those who have done it before would be most grateful
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Lydia00
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Post by Lydia00 on Aug 7, 2005 23:19:45 GMT 1
Get enough sleep the night before!! Lol standing up for long periods of time arent my strong point and its even worse when your tired! Also check the weather so you can dress according to the heat etc!!
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cubic
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Post by cubic on Aug 7, 2005 23:40:10 GMT 1
Look quite smart and when you meet/get introduced to the judge try a bit of small talk to get comfortable. Have you watched lots of show classes before? If you have you should have a pretty good idea of what you have to do, if not, ask the judge what you will be expected to do before the classes start. It is really tricky trying to judge a class and teach a steward at the same time!
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varkie
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Post by varkie on Aug 7, 2005 23:42:25 GMT 1
I've only done this a couple of times, but here's what I'd suggest.
Be prepared to smile at people all day, and say thank you more times in one day than in your whole life! If a hot day, take sun cream & bottle of water to keep by side of ring. If wet/cold, have warm/dry clothing. Don't be afraid to be assertive with people - though always politely! Listen to judge really carefully, and be REALLY sure of what they say when it comes to placing animals. Double check any results you write down - numbers can be very similar!
At the end of the day, you will be totally knackered, but it is good fun!
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Post by gem on Aug 8, 2005 7:49:33 GMT 1
Make sure you are clear on horses places, we went to a show this weekend and the steward pulled a black gelding in 2nd when the judge had pointed to a black mare, it was really embarrassing for the steward!!
Smile alot, and do be firm with people. Showing people seem to be incredibly good at getting away with things
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