[ SHOWGSD-L ] Re: What is your favorite show?
- From: "Pam Stoesser" <pkstoesser@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: <rbuffdogs@xxxxxxxxx>, "SHOWGSD-L" <showgsd-l@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Mon, 17 Dec 2007 11:39:49 -0600
Good topic, Kathy...
I think there are different experiences in the all breed shows than the
specialty shows. The AB shows are fun to look at other breeds and talk with
folks in the breed to see how many can tell you what the breed standard is
for their breed and how they're judged. There is an excitement and sense of
purpose there with people trying to time it right to be at the correct ring
at the correct time. Our Waukesha (Wisconsin) shows are the 5th largest
breed cluster in the country. As a result, there are a lot of vendors and
that's a doggie "stuff" shopping experience that only is missing TooChic
sweatshirts to be perfect!
The specialty shows are completely different. It's just our beautiful breed
and so many people you know. Even if you haven't seen each other for weeks
or months, the conversations (usually about dogs) start up right where they
left off.
We are fortunate at the GSDC-Wisconsin to have our own show grounds (thanks
Gene Tenges). We not only offer water (and other beverages) but most folks
bring home-cooked food for lunches that are so good that some folks come
just for the food!
I think you're right. The most important thing is hospitality. The shows
where the clubs provide food always seem to have happier people because then
people take a few minutes to sit or stand around and chat. I especially
like the ones where the show is held on the motel grounds. The maturity in
Kansas City in 1998 still sticks in my mind because everything was there
along with great show grounds and good judges and a huge entry. Ditto the
one in Ohio a couple of years ago and the one in Minnesota not too long ago.
We are so blessed to be in this wonderful country with the freedom that
allows us to compete wherever we wish.
Pam
ps.... I DO love the National best!
----- Original Message -----
From: "Kathy Tank" <rbuffdogs@xxxxxxxxx>
To: "SHOWGSD-L" <showgsd-l@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Monday, December 17, 2007 10:37 AM
Subject: [ SHOWGSD-L ] What is your favorite show?
> Hi Guys,
> Seems like things may be getting a bit tense on the List this morning,
> lol.
> So here's a question to re-direct,
> What is your favorite show (no fair saying the Nationals) each year,
> specialty or AB, and why? In naming your
> favorite clubs , this is in NO way speaking poorly of other clubs that you
> have not mentioned, so let's not get
> hackles raised, lol.
> Personally we always look forward to the shows in AZ, Phoenix and Tucson.
> Very well run, with exhibitor needs at the forefront, always. There is
> always food / drink, washing set ups, and the committees at these clubs
> seem
> to try
> very hard to make sure everyone is happy. Tucson is a bit farther for us,
> but the plus is that the show is held at
> the hotel....so nice to unload and reload the van only one time. Also
> Tucson has done a wonderful done accomodating
> exhibitors with things like a hospitality room, dinner or lunch.
>
> I understand the Monroe, LA circuit is just awesome, indoors I believe,
> and
> hospitality abounds. Have not had the
> pleasure of going there yet, but hope to at some point.
>
> Biggest pet peeves (no naming clubs, now)
> Clubs that neither provide lunch or snacks or even water, nor have the
> site
> anywhere near where one can
> easily walk to a store or fast food to grab lunch, or a snack . It can be
> a
> LOOOONG day for exhibitors with no water available, and no food (even
> chips
> ) quickly available.
>
> Kathy
>
> http://www.victorygermanshepherds.com
> Ch. Elvaston's Nations Cup, TC, OFA
> 26 BOB/BISS to Date
>
>
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