Long ago, when Florida was just being populated, the settlers had one tool that they could not do without. The cow whip! It was used for many, many things. From rounding up swamp cattle, to popping the head off a rattler.
There are few old "Florida Crackers" left in Florida, but at our Youth Fair, the whip popping contest is one of the most popular events.
This year, Peter, Kitty, Markie, RG and Benny competed! We were SO proud of all of them!!! They all did very very well, and shocked us with their winnings!
Markie got third place in the Junior division with a trophy and 75 dollars!!!Does she look happy or what?
Benny got first place in the Junior division!!!
Getting his whip, trophy, and 150 dollars!
RG gets his 100 dollars, and trophy for second place in the Senior division!
Matthew Stevens placed third in the Senior division!!!
The "popping people"
L to R - Amanda, Kitty, Markie, Matthew S., RG, Benny, Peter
"Sariana" (As we have been called) enjoy the show.
Grandmama and Grandaddy with their little cowhand Grandbabies!
I thought this was a neat picture. It actually caught some of the action:)
Gracie and Mary
The popping people again.
Sarah, Ariana and Rachel 
WooHoo!! Wild West Kathy!!!
Little People! They were excellent cheerers!
Go RG!!!!
The Cowgirls
The Cowboys
The Mama's
"Florida Crackers 4-H Club"After the contest, we all headed over to Grandmama's for refreshments and fellowship.
Mrs. Tanner, Mrs. Graves and Mrs. Stokes
The adults
Ben and Callie play with the babies
Mrs. Pollock and Christiana make the famous "Pollock Ceasar Salad"
Stacy and Abby enjoying eachother's company
Hamming it up for the camera
Until next time...
Posted by ~Sarah~
1 comment:
Looks like there are a few "Young Crackers" left in Florida. Great job to all of you!!! That was allot of fun. Thanks for giving us a good show!! and a wonderful evening afterwards.
Love you all,
Mrs. P
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