2008 Maryland Lamb & Wool Queen Contest

The MSBA is proud to have such an outstanding young lady as our representative.

Qualifications:

1. Must be between the ages of 14 and 22 inclusive

2. Must be active in some area of sheep or wool production: purebreds, commercial, 4-H or FFA project, spinning, etc.

3. Must be a resident of the state of Maryland

Responsibilities:

1. Participate actively at the Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival

2. Assist at the Maryland Wool Pool (2 days in June)

3. Attend and help with the county fairs, Maryland State Fair, and the Eastern National Livestock Show

4. Assist with the Maryland State Fair's Lead Class

5. Give a report of activities at the Maryland Sheep Breeders annual banquet in October

6. Promote Lamb and Wool in a variety of other ways: 4-H clubs, Ag Week displays, etc.

7. Assist with the 2009 Maryland Lamb & Wool Queen Contest

Criteria for Selection:

1. Poise and ease of contestant

2. Apparent zest or stage presence of contestant

3. Previous background and activities with sheep and wool

4. Knowledge of the sheep and wool industry

5. Public speaking ability

Gifts will be awarded to all contestants.

The Queen will receive a cash award of $100 from the Festival and slippers from H. Trawitz & Sons.

The Princesses will each receive a cash award of $50.

If you are interested or know of someone who is interested in being a contestant, call or write for an entry form:


Barbara Mullen,
10634 Old Frederick Road
Thurmont, MD 21788
301-898-7796,

Entries must be received by April 9, 2008.

Former MD Lamb & Wool Queens