[Jacob-list] Jacobs at fairs in general

[Dr. David R. Lincicome]

1925 hrs/Saturday 25 August 2001

If you had read the suggested article in the Journal of the Jacob Sheep
Conservancy you would have realized its contents had nothing to do with 4H.  It
is obvious you have not read the article.  Before offering criticism it is wise
to read the article first!!

DRL

2512 at nethawk.com wrote:

> > If you will consult the last issue of the Journal of the Jacob Sheep
> > Conservancy you will find an article on why it is not in the best
> > interest of the Jacob Breed to show them comparatively.
> >
> > David Richard Lincicome, Ph.D.,PAS, DACAP
> > Guest Scientist, USDA
>
> Thank you for your opinion.
> I guess you don't understand 4-H.  Maybe you should consult your 4-H manual,
> children need to learn there are more types of sheep than suffolks, and they
> need to care for their project animal, thus the fair allows them to have
> some goals and responsibilty.  This list, last I knew, had people that show
> their Jacob sheep as well as some that choose not to, be it fairs, state
> shows or otherwise.  If you don't want your sheep going to the local 4-H
> fair with your children then by all means, don't.  I have a feeling that the
> article you are referring to has to do with "breed improvements" or
> something along that line, and our tiny 4-H fair doesn't require the need
> for improving our little flock. It is about the child being recognized for
> their project regardless of whether or not it is just like everyone else's
> or not.  You are comparing apples to oranges, but that is a whole different
> story.
> Bonnie
>
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