Duck Dash & Raft Races:
Our annual Duck Dash and home made raft races took place on Sunday (7th) September at 3.00pm – at Easy Bridge, Umborne ( N.B. not at the hall this year as there is not enough water for the ducks to swim in!) The weather was dry, warm and sunny – and locals came and enjoyed the end of the summer.
Antonia and Angela sorted out all the duck races including the finale and they alone raised £80 – well done and thank you. Neville and Chris were in charge of all the ducks:
Rafts: they were mini rafts and had to be home – made. We had some impressive creations and the winners this year were Ted and Sam :
Excellent Cream teas were available thanks to our skilled catering team of Teresa and Geraldine, helped by a few others and they raised £40.
There is welly-wanging organised so well by David Wills
with 3 categories – 1. Under 16’s winners were Ben and Ella ,
2. ladies winner yet again was Antonia – can anyone beat her?
and 3. the men’s winner was the beardless John Pearce.
A dog show organised brilliantly and with a lot of fun by Alex and Richard Brain –
categories were: Best in show (Izzy & Sophie) Basic Obedience (Willow of course – who else! & Rick),
Best Rescue (Boo & Russell),
Most Appealing Eyes, (Diesel & Katie) Waggiest Tail, (Lola & Di)
Best Trick (Sky & Clare) (all these apply to the dogs not the owners!)
& Most like it’s owner – yes Sizzles and Mike Wingham -( no more comments about sad eyes, wet nose and smelly coat please!)
Thanks to all who took part and especially to Alex and Richard for so much enjoyment.