Kelpie-i Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 Okay Kelpie people, it's nearly that time of year to get ya Driza's out of the shed and shake out the cobbies, polish ya Blundies, muster up ya Kelpies and head on down to Casterton for the annual Kelpie Muster. Who here is going?? Perhaps we can meet up for a Kelpie-chino?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erny Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 Oh .... ............. do you have to have a Kelpie to do the muster? Or a dog at all, for that matter? Or a horse (well .... one that 'works' anyway)? Would really like to go on a muster. But I'd be very envious of those with a "real" job to do (ie working their dogs on the live-stock). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelpie-i Posted May 16, 2007 Author Share Posted May 16, 2007 Erny, unfortunately it's not that kind of muster. It's more a celebration of the kelpie at the birthplace of the Kelpie. It's held over the Queens Birthday long weekend and on the Saturday they have a street parade and then lots of competitions ie. Mutton mayhen, Kelpie hill climb and Kelpie high jump etc and a Kelpie ball at night. Tasha came third at the hill climb last year. They also have a stockman's challenge which is sheep work on horseback and your kelpie, of course - I love watching this. On Sunday, they have the working dog auctions where you get to see all of the dogs up for auction in action before the auction starts. Some of them are truly amazing and the prices some of the dogs sell for is amazing. BTW, you don't need to be a kelpie owner to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelpiechick Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 Hopefully I will be there for my 5th time ! Well at least for the Saturday, not sure about Sunday as I must admit I'm not a huge fan of the auction - Kelpie-i is right tho' some of the dogs working are amazing. And yes, it's a great weekend whether u own a kelpie or not . Superminty, are you defending your title ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superminty Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 Kelpie hill climb - Tasha came third at the hill climb last year. Ahem I have to go this year, Minty has a title to defend! You don't even need a "real" kelpie to compete in events Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelpie-i Posted May 16, 2007 Author Share Posted May 16, 2007 have to go this year, Minty has a title to defend! You don't even need a "real" kelpie to compete in events Rigged I say!! SM, just remember to keep a watchful eye on Minty's well being. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jesomil Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 No fair, I cant go I love Casterton and we have had several years of fun there. A few friends are selling dogs this year and i would so love to watch. Still a bit tempted to try and get there but I just dont think it is possible. Have fun you guys and you must report everything when you get back. I am VERY jealous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erny Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 Erny, unfortunately it's not that kind of muster. Errrrmmm .... cough ... Oops. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erny Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 Erny, unfortunately it's not that kind of muster. Errrrmmm .... cough ... Oops. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShellyBeggs Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 Mmmm since I just got a kelpie pup from near there and his old mum might be there and maybe he might see some relatives, I might just take him for a look around!!! Long drive over there though.......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dasha Posted May 17, 2007 Share Posted May 17, 2007 I will be making the trek down there this year. I went a couple of years ago with Jesomil and it was fun. Would be good to meet some other DOLers with kelpies too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whatevah Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 Do you think Tia could pass as a Kelpie? LOL A lot people ask me if she is a kelpie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dasha Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 So who is going to be there and where are you staying? I will be driving down on the Fri from Sydney. Prob leaving on the Mon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muttly Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 where on earth is it? off to Google.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muttly Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 bugger. Victoria - too far have fun:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dasha Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 Is the going to be a DOLer meet at Casterton this year??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muttly Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 I am very very jealous:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dasha Posted June 6, 2007 Share Posted June 6, 2007 Ok, 1 last try....... I wil be at Casterton this year. I am going down by myself from Sydney so if anyone else is down there and wants to meet up, I will be more than happy to meet some new people. As I am leaving to go tomorrow, I will not be able to check on here to get any contact details.................................so if you see a girl driving a Blue Nissan Navara ute with 2 Red and Tan Kelpies on board (or they maybe in on the back seat) with NSW number plates, it is probably me so feel free to come and talk to me. I am staying at the hotel in town there near the river (I think) but it is at the Hamilton end of main street. Otherwise you can PM me tonight for contact details or PM me your number so I can get in contact with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jesomil Posted June 6, 2007 Share Posted June 6, 2007 Bump................ :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superminty Posted June 6, 2007 Share Posted June 6, 2007 I'll be there. Hopefully with the dog that wins the hill climb :rolleyes: again :cool: No pressure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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