On the Mountain

When its thundering

2012-02-13T05:18:00.000-08:00

It has been awesome (original meaning) in the past few days watching the storms from the shelter of the verandah. But a cautionary word of warning comes from the past.

Sydney Morning Herald
22 Dec 1936

GIRL KILLED.

GOSFORD, Monday.

Te-tulla Lammi, aged five, was struck by lightning and killed during a violent storm at Kulnura, 20 miles north-west of Gosford, this afternoon.
The child's father, August Lammi, a Finnish orchardist, was sitting on his verandah with his three children, when the lightning struck, killing the child and rendering the father and another child unconscious.
When the father recovered consciousness he found his daughter's clothing smouldering. He sent at once for assistance, and a message was sent to Gosford. The Gosford District Ambulance, accompanied by a doctor and a constable, hurried to Kulnura.
The doctor found that the child's death had been practically instantaneous.
The storm lasted only ten minutes, and was confined to a small area. It was accompanied by torrential rain.

FATAL LIGHTNING FLASH.

Father's Effort to Revive Child.
GOSFORD, Tuesday.

A verdict of accidental death was returned by Mr. W. E. Kirkness, District Coroner, this afternoon, following an inquiry Into the death of Te-tulla Lammi, aged 5, the daughter of August Lammi orchardlst, at Kulnura yesterday afternoon. The child, with her father and her brother, Homhe, were struck by lightning. Father and son were rendered unconscious.
The father told the Coroner that when he recovered he dipped the boy in a tub of water and did the same thing with his daughter.
Neighbours also endeavoured to revive the girl, but she died a few minutes before the arrival of a doctor with the police and an ambulance from Gosford, 25 miles distant.
Frederick Leslie Young, orchardist, who tried for three quarters of an hour to revive the child, said it was deplorable that there was no oxygen apparatus in the district. Had one been rushed out, the child's life might have been saved.

Peonies from heaven.

2012-02-05T04:48:00.000-08:00

Uncaptioned cartoon by Emile Mercier, 1960.

Farming on the Mountain

2012-01-26T17:10:00.000-08:00

Welcome to 2012,
the Year of the Australian Farmer

If you missed the Australia Day Address by the Governor-general, patron of the Year of the Australian farmer, you can catch up here.

It is an auspicious time to reflect on farming in the Mangrove Mountain Districts; to envision its future; its opportunities, and the diversity of farming enterprises made possible through research. With rapid demographic change in the district and land use pressure from extractive industries, we need to be proactive in preserving our options for a diverse, vital and sustainable farming future for the district.

Some words about farming here in the past.

Sydney Morning Herald
District Items
Thursday 17 march 1910

GOSFORD.-Regarding the agitation to have the unoccupied Crown lands round about Gosford thrown open for settlement, the Minister for Lands states that the matter has been forwarded to the district surveyor at Maitland for report. There are thousands of acres within a few miles radius of Gosford, which, if thrown open for settlement would be taken up by fruitgrowers, etc.
Satisfactory progress has been made by the new settlers who have taken up land on Mangrove Mountain for fruitgrowing. The passion vine thrives particularly well in this locality, and thc fruit has commanded the very highest price in the Sydney market. Mr W. J. Black, whose success was the means of bringing other settlers to the district, has 20 acres cultivated. Including 8 acres of passionfruit. The balance of his land is under apple and citrus fruit, and his orchard looks very well indeed. Mr. Kelynack, who started a year ago, has four acres under passions, and Mr. H. J. Gates has a similar area planted with the same kind of fruit. Balony Bros.
have just finished planting out two acres of fruit, and are clearing more land. Mr. W. Cowlishaw has 13 acres under passion vines, and intends clearing more land with the object of growing lucerne. Cr. Tange and Messrs. Best and Bennett have also thriving orchards. There are at present 66 settlers on tho mountain, and others have applied for living areas. It has been proved beyond question that fruit-growing In that part of the Gosford district can be successfully carried out.

This season on the roads

2011-12-31T21:58:00.000-08:00

Driving during the holiday season in 1924 had much in common with now. Holiday crowds, determination to get to the destination at all costs, and the below standard condition of the road at Mangrove Mountain.

From The Sydney Morning Herald: Wednesday 31 December 1924

NEWCASTLE-SYDNEY RECORD. |

The record from Newcastle to Sydney, via Gosford, Mangrove Mountain, and Wiseman's Ferry seems to attract as much attention from motorists this summer as the interstate record did last year. Although less than one-third the distance, the inter-city record is still a trying one, as the road from Gosford right through to Wiseman's Ferry, and again on the notorious big hill from the Hawkesbury River to M'Grath's Hill, on the Windsor-road, is loose, rough, and abounds in sharp turns, many miles of it also being so narrow as to make it difficult to pass another vehicle.
Already some fine performances have been recorded on this road, the latest, being to the credit of Mr. Fred Withers, who, accompanied by Mr. B. Craig, on Christmas Day left Newcastle at 4.11 a.m., in an Essex six car, and after a strenuous drive reached Sydney G.P.O. at 7.50.30 a.m., covering the distance of over 160 miles in 3hr 48m 30s. When they left Newcastle light rain was falling, and the drizzle continued for the first half hour, making the road muddy. From Gosford over Mangrove Mountain the road was almost impassable, and the motorists' difficulties were increased by encountering crowds of holiday makers, who had started early to reach favourite camping grounds. However, they reached Wiseman's Ferry ahead of schedule time, and continued going well until shortly after leaving Parramatta, with about 14 miles to go, when they had the misfortune to puncture. Rather than waste time changing wheels, however, they continued on a flat tyre to the finish, reducing the previous record, 3h 57m, held by O. W. Lingham, by 81⁄2m. The total distance, according to speedometer, was 104 miles, making an average speed of about 42 miles an hour.

Australian pioneer racing driver Fred Withers in an Essex (c1927)

Written in the dust

2011-12-29T16:28:00.000-08:00

No longer are deeds lost in time. Digitally recorded information on Blogs and websites give universal access to details of our lives and actions.

The ongoing project by the National Library to scan national and local newspapers is a boon to anyone interested in history, or the pecadillos of our neighbours.

Sydney Morning Herald
Column 8
December 21 1953
(Granny Column)

RECONCILIATION ?
The “Gosford Times” carries as ad. that says: -
“For Sale, well used Dog House, no further use."
Apply A. E. S. ––,
Kulnura.

More nice than naughty

2011-12-23T06:03:00.000-08:00

on the Mountain – it seems.

A team of Santas on their way up to the Mangrove Mountain Districts with sacks full of glad tidings, peace and goodwill, to wish you all a Merry Christmas –

Progress

2011-12-22T04:09:00.000-08:00

Old news, old ways.
from:
the Hawkesbury Advocate (Windsor, NSW)
Friday 2 February 1900

GENTLEMANS HALT*

(From our own correspondent.)

"A great number of people have left off dealing with the H.S.N.* Company since the change of boat men in the Creek. The dredge has been taken away from Mangrove for repairs since Christmas and it is supposed she will not return. The work already done by her is a great boon to the Mangrove people.

Things were a bit mixed at the Central Mangrove Progress Association meeting the other night, when, one individual after being beaten in argument "talked fight" surely they must sorely miss the few old gentlemen, who until lately took an active part in their meetings.

The weather here has been all that could be desired for the last week. The orchards are all regaining their original color. Having visited Mr. Shakeshaft's* orchard last week we unhesitatingly say, that we believe it will be one of the best orchards in this part of the district in the course of another couple of years. Mr. Shakeshaft has now 1,000 trees of the best sorts, and intends planting a lot more next year."

*Gentlemans Halt: an early farming settlement oposite the mouth of Mangrove Creek (Spencer) on the Hawkesbury. Supposedly so named because Govenor Phillip was reputed to have camped there with his party in 1889.

*H.S.N.: Hawkesbury Steam Navigation Company.

*An area of the Mountain was once known as Shakeshaft, after John Shakeshaft who camped (circa 1848) near what is now the the Ironbark Rd and Wisemans Ferry Road corner while he split shingles to send by boat to Sydney. The forest was known as Shakey's Forest.

Santa's Shadow

2011-12-22T03:51:00.001-08:00

The intoxication of anger, like that of the grape, shows us to others, but hides us from ourselves.
John Dryden 1631-1700

Peats Ridge Festival 2011

2011-12-18T23:05:00.000-08:00

Message from Sue and Phil Douglas:

Hi everyone,
The Peats Ridge Festival is on December 29 till January 1 at Genworth Valley, general information is at peatsridgefestival.com.au
People who live locally have the opportunity of purchasing half price tickets for this event, for the whole 3 days or for single days for 29 and 30 Dec.
This year we are handling the local ticket selling system.
Contact us if you are interested in taking the organisers up on this offer.
Cheers Sue & Phil Douglas

Regime Change

2011-12-11T02:56:00.000-08:00

Country Fair Committee for 2012

Executive
President - Mick Gow
Vice President - Jim Benham
Secretary - Sue Gavenlock
Treasurer - Jean MacLeod

Ordinary committee members
Christine Wade
Hillary Morris
Ed Morris

Pony Club Anniversary

2011-12-04T17:14:00.000-08:00

Mangrove Mountain Pony Club 30th Anniversary and Clubhouse Opening at the Mangrove Creek Recreation Reserve on the 3rd of December.

Life members cutting the cake. From the left: Jenny Carraro, Enzo Carraro, Ed Morris, David Carraro, Maisie Starkey with the knife, Gail Amos, Robyn Gregg and Lyn Meredith.

Kylie Johnson giving the opening address

Stories of achievement

Club friends of all ages

Kylie Johnson talks with members of the Mangrove Creek Recreation Reserve Trust, Andy Schneider, Neil Podlich and Michael Cooke (other members not pictured are Neil Berecry-Brown, Margaret Pointer, Elaine Raines and Margaret Pontifex)

Farewell John

2011-12-03T05:42:00.000-08:00

Is John Hedley dreaming of the career path ahead, or remembering the good times and friends he has made here on the Mountain? With him is Ahmad Tefaili who will be taking over at the pharmacy at Mangrove shop next week.
They are seen here at a sausage sizzle to farewell John, who has made many good friends and provided the Mountain districts with a valuable service in the time he has been here.
We welcome Ahmad, who together with his brother Abbas, will be soon joining the community and providing for our pharmaceutical needs.

Fairview Update

2011-12-02T04:40:00.000-08:00

On the agenda for the Gosford City Council meeting on the 6th of December.

Report from the Directorate of Community Services and Organisational Development

FAIRVIEW DUBBO GULLY PROPOSED BUSINESS PLAN

THE REPORT RECOMMENDS:

A Council adopt Option 3 of the Building Operations report dated 2 May 2011, involving partial demolition of the Fairview building and preparation of a detailed interpretation plan for the site.

B Council support the listing of the Fairview Site on Schedule 5 Environmental Heritage Draft LEP 2009 as an item of Local Significance.

C Council not support the proposed business plan titled "Bluetongue Fairview Homestead Restoration Proposal: the Saving of Fairview II".

D The Friends of Fairview be notified of Councils decision.

Option Three - Interpretative Site (Partial Demolition)

The partial demolition would include the removal of a majority of the building from the site retaining the timber footings and the stone chimneys. The building, outbuildings and curtilage would need to be thoroughly surveyed and recorded including photographic records, architectural drawings, oral histories and historic research.

An interpretation plan would need to be prepared and implemented on the site. The site interpretation would communicate the heritage significance of the place, and the building as well as the significance of Dubbo Gully to the establishment of the Gosford region. The site would require ongoing maintenance for effective interpretation.

The estimated cost of this option is $35,000 and will have minimal future costs to Council.

This option is recommended in the Building Operations report which stated that the Swot analysis revealed that it was "the only option with a positive outcome".

Details and attachments to the report are available in the meeting agenda on the Council website.

Public Spirit

2011-11-28T03:35:00.000-08:00

PACKED HOUSE FOR CONCERT AT SOMERSBY

Somersby Concert Group played to a packed house in the school assembly hall on Saturday night, to raise £30.
The show went without a hitch simply due to the smooth timing of Mr. Ted Humphries, who compared it.
Somersby school pupils opened the programme with a recorder item to be followed by practically the entire adult cast on stage for an opening chorus.
Thereafter the entertainment never flagged with some of the talent being of extremely high standard.

VILLAGE CONCERT

Teenagers Jennifer Fuller, Lee Pierce, Allan Humphries, Merrick Wood and Raymond Witherby combined for a very creditable Village Concert number.

Other hilarious “spots” on the programme included the “Musical Barber” operetta, starring Colin Williams, Alan Hoipo, Kel Kay, Mrs. M Brown, Mrs. G. O’Toole, Mrs. M. Witherby, John Fuller and Raymond Witherby.

Mrs. S. Templeton and Mrs. M. Brown showed the audience “How Not to Run a Meeting”, and a group including Mrs. N. Hair, Mrs. J. Williams, Mrs M. Witherby and Mrs H. Medlicott satirised the radio novelty show ‘Any Questions”, in strictly humourous style.

One of the brightest spots on the programme was another very funny skit “The Last Half Hour”, which concerned the trials and tribulations of a teacher endeavouring to keep her class under control on the eve of a vacation.
Mrs. T. Templeton was the teacher and her pupils were Kel Kay, Allan Fuller, and Mrs. L. Wood. Kevin Hartas pupils Sandra Sturgeon and Elizabeth Morris demonstrated how the Twist should be danced, to the delight of the young, and not so young, members of the audience.

“MISS SOMERSBY’

Another item which practically “stole the show” was the “Miss Somersby Quest”.
Two pretty young lasses Jenny Fuller and Lee Pierce may have “played it straight” but they had as fellow entrants, Colin Williams and Jack Austin, whose attempts to qualify were hilarious in the extreme.
They paraded in street clothes (feminine of course), swim suits and evening wear and it is safe to say that “Misses” Williams and Austin were not plagued by eager admirers after the show.
Judges for this bit of nonsense were Bert Huxley and Granville Morris.

SOLISTS

Soloists who contributed their talents to the programme were: Brenda Parsons, of Gosford, Mrs. Peter Laird of Kulnura, Colin Williams who sang “High Noon”, Alan Hoipo, with his own guitar accompaniment, Mrs. Marj Brown and Mrs. J. Price.
Gosford musical group, John Agnew, Richard Bruce and John Cleverly combined for a very polished performance.

The second half of the programme was devoted entirely to a Hill Billy Show.

PRESENTATION

During an interlude in the programme the opportunity was taken to publically thank Mr. And Mrs. C. Wood, and Mr. And Mrs. C. Robson, for their services to Somersby School, and to present them with tokens of the esteem in which they are held.

Source: The Gosford Times

Hall Open Day

2011-11-28T03:08:00.000-08:00

Peats Ridge Community Hall Open Day provided an opportunity for Mountain residents to inspect the new building.

Some of those on hand to welcome visitors.

Left to Right: Graham Fripp, Kate Fripp, Lynn Daniel, Jenny Wood, Merrick Wood, Gary Rowe (former Principal) and Bev Ferrier (seated).

Nomination reminder

2011-11-27T16:32:00.000-08:00

Mangrove Mountain & District Country Fair Inc.
AGM

Agenda:
Reports for the 2010-11 year and election of the 2011-12 committee

Nominations

Please note that under the association's rules, individuals nominated for committee positions, and those nominating them, must be current members of the association. New members will be eligible if they meet the requirements for application noted below.

New members
Applicants for new memberships must complete the membership application form. When and if their application is approved by the committee, and the fees are paid ($1 joining fee and $2 annual subscription), their membership will be valid until the 30th of June 2012.
For those wishing to become members in time to nominate candidates for the 2011-12 committee, or to accept nomination for themselves, it is important to be aware that nominations for committee positions close on the 1st of December 2011.
Applications for new membership will be processed both before the cut off time for nominations (1st December) and before the AGM (8th December) to ensure that as many people as possible can be actively engaged in shaping the future of the Fair.

NOMINATION FORMS AND APPLICATIONS FOR MEMBERSHIP SHOULD BE SENT TO:

THE SECRETARY
MANGROVE MOUNTAIN & DISTRICTS COUNTRY FAIR
6 WARATAH ROAD
MANGROVE MOUNTAIN 2250
or
EMAILED TO : nlbb@hunterlink.net.au

If the number of nominations received exceeds the number of vacancies to be filled a ballot is to be held. If insufficient nominations are received to fill all vacancies the candidates nominated are taken to be elected to those positions and further nominations can then be received from the floor at the annual general meeting to fill the remaining vacant positions. If after that insufficient further nominations are received, any vacant positions remaining on the committee are taken to be casual vacancies.

For further information: Phone 041 1136 145, email nlbb@hunterlink , or talk to any of the present members or committee.

Country Fair AGM

2011-11-25T04:08:00.000-08:00

Mangrove Mountain & District Country Fair Inc.
AGM

8th of December 2011

7.30pm
Union Church Hall
Wisemans Ferry Road, Mangrove Mountain

Nominations for committee positions close on the 1st of December 2011.

Applications for new memberships will be processed both before the cut off time for nominations (1st December) and before the AGM (8th December) to ensure that as many people as possible can be actively engaged in shaping the future of the Fair.

NOMINATION FORMS AND APPLICATIONS FOR MEMBERSHIP SHOULD BE SENT TO:

THE SECRETARY
MANGROVE MOUNTAIN & DISTRICTS COUNTRY FAIR
6 WARATAH ROAD
MANGROVE MOUNTAIN 2250

OR
EMAILED TO : nlbb@hunterlink.net.au

Peats Ridge Community Hall

2011-11-18T06:08:00.000-08:00

OPEN DAY

Saturday the 19th of November
at the Peats Ridge Public School Community Hall
1231 Peats Ridge Road
10am to 2pm
A BBQ lunch will be provided
ALL WELCOME

This interesting background article is from the Mangrove Mountain and Districts Community News, November 4th 2011

Peats Ridge Community Clubroom

In 1924 the residents of Peats Ridge decided a meeting place was needed so they began raising funds towards that aim. Regular card evenings were held and a garden fete at "Moorabinda", the home of the Fitzgerald family, raised 100 pounds towards the Clubroom building fund.

A 1 acre parcel of land located opposite Euloo Rd was donated by Mrs Frances Wood in November 1927. The original Trustees were Albert John Love, Albert Walter Sinclair, Alexander David Kemp, Kenneth Henry Kemp, orchardists and John Albert Kirkness, sawmiller.

Later Trustees were Harold Ernest Phelps, Gordon Rowland, Donald Davidson, Annie Wright, Herbert Kingdon Rawle, Clifford Vernon Phelps, Peter Alexander Kemp & Alan Kenneth Slade.

Timber for the Clubroom was supplied at cost from Kirkness' Mooney Creek Mill. The builder was Harold Phelps ably assisted by an eager band of community members as the need arose. The Clubroom was originally sited at the front of the block facing Peats Ridge Rd. Tennis courts were later built at the rear. In 1978 the Clubroom was moved onto the disused tennis courts to get away from traffic noise on busy Peats Ridge Road.

The Clubroom was officially opened 12th December 1928 by Mrs Frances Wood.

It was a much needed community facility. In 1931 the clubroom was used as temporary accommodation for the newly established Peats Ridge School until the existing school opened in 1936 on land donated by Mrs Madeline Pinkstone. The Education Departmentpaid 2 shillings and 6 pence per week rent for the Clubroom.

Church and Sunday School were held there, run by Ken Kemp for over 25 years then carried on by Peter FitzSimons. Over the years the Clubroom has been used by the Agricultural Bureau, Junior Farmers, Scouts, Brownies and Guides, CWA, Liberal Party, Playgroup, School and many private functions. It was also used as a Polling Booth until polling was moved to the school in recent years.

In Memory of early pioneers associated with the clubroom, trees were planted for Frances Wood, Harold Phelps, Ken Kemp and George Wood. Trees were also planted by the Peats Ridge CWA to honour long serving members Mary Slade, Tresa Kemp and Marjorie Gray.

In 1995 a memorial garden was constructed by the Kulnura & District Garden Club to honour Peter and Helen FitzSimons who were tireless workers for the Clubroom and community.

In later years the Clubroom had very little use owing to its small size and changing community needs. Maintenance was becoming a physical and financial burden so the Committee made the decision to sell the property and use the funds to build a new and larger community hall on the school grounds.

The Clubroom was sold to a private buyer in 2005 for $345,000 for use as a private residence. It has since been sold and is now used as a place of worship by the Serbian Church. It is protected under the Heritage Conservation Development Plan as Heritage Item 194.

All funds from the sale of the Clubroom have been invested in the new Peats Ridge Public School Community Hall.

By letter dated 14th Nov 2006, the then Minister for Education & Training gave a "commitment that the hall, when built, will continue to be a community asset irrespective of the future of the school".

The Committee would like to express their thanks to all community members past and present who have contributed in any way to the Clubroom over the years.

Merrick Wood

Mountain Produce

2011-11-16T02:27:00.001-08:00

– the Peak of Perfection

Photo: Tim Kemp, Chairman of the Central Coast branch of NSW Farmers, Deborah O’Neill, Jan and Brian Harris.

Joint winners of the Allan Unitt Trophy for best produce exhibited at the 2011 Mangrove Mountain Districts Country Fair, in the over 16 years section, were Jan and Brian Harris.
The Alan Unitt Trophy is awarded each year by the Central Coast branch of the NSW Farmers Association.

Congratulations to Jan and Brian, long-time supporters of the Produce Competition, the Country Fair, and farming on the Mountain.

Am I yours?

2011-11-12T16:47:00.000-08:00

Found

on Saturday morning, Wisemans Ferry Road between Dog Trap Road and Somersby School, heading in the Gosford direction.

If he is yours, or you know the owner, please contact:

info@asa.edu.au
or 0437 399896 or 0432 590754.

Thanks for your help.
Peter and Ruth.

Farming future

2011-11-09T05:21:00.000-08:00

At this year's Country Fair school children displayed their visions of what the Mountain Districts will be like in the future.

Meanwhile other groups are investigating various models for preserving our farmland and developing new enterprises suitable for the specific circumstances of our climate, soil, location and knowledge resources.

Our district is undergoing a period of rapid demographic and economic change and is under increasing pressure. At such times it can be instructive to investigate all options; to not only think beyond the square, but to find new ways to of thinking.

2012 will be The Year of the Farmer.

If the Mangrove Mountain Districts are to be a place for farmers to thrive, we need to work together to create that future.

New Rural Industries is an organisation with a purpose relevant to our situation.

background (From their website):
Who is NRIA?

In 2009, the Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation (RIRDC) hosted a forum of new industries where participants recognized the benefits of information sharing and cooperation with others. Industry leaders agreed on the need for an industry alliance, representing new and emerging Australian rural industries, to maximize the economic benefits Australia gains from such industries and to encourage new industries. This stimulated the development of New Rural Industries Australia (NRIA). The organisation is a company, limited by guarantee, with a board of directors, a membership as well as a rapidly growing number of subscribers.

The NRIA is NOT an industry body of industry bodies – nor does it replace existing industry bodies. We are here to provide an additional link, an additional supply of information and assistance, and also to provide a network of like-minded, innovative people, working to start, develop, build or further expand one or more Australian new rural industries. The NRIA provides individual participants and smaller industry-specific groups with a far more powerful voice and the collective strength to lobby much more effectively. We also work to promote the new rural industries and build the public demand for our diverse products.

Purpose:

The purpose of the NRIA is to facilitate the development and building of capacity of new and innovative Australian rural industries.

The latest edition of their their free email newsletter, Passion to Profit, is available here

Fair remembered 1

2011-11-06T04:28:00.000-08:00

Reminders of the 2011 Mangrove Mountain Districts Country Fair

Polie Postures. Opening address by Deborah O'Neill, followed by Chris Holstein.

Canine agility trials

Great stall by the CWA (again)

Creative makeover - never too young

Getting aquainted

Jellied Cows by Juliet Fowler-Smith, a contribution to this year's District Exhibit

More pictures to come

October Mangrove Markets

2011-10-29T06:24:00.001-07:00

If you enjoyed the great food Nola, Shelley and other Mangrove Mountain Country Market stallholders contributed to the Country Fair last week, come to the Mangrove Mountain Recreation Reserve and Public Hall tomorrow for more.

Magic moments at the Fair

2011-10-09T18:41:00.000-07:00

“Magic Moments” at the Mangrove Mountain Country Fair

Photography Competition

2011 is the second year that we are running the “Magic Moments” photography competition at the Fair. Apart from being fun, it is a great way to capture the mood and energy of the Fair. We hope to build up a collection of photos over the years to historically document the Fair.

So, how can you participate? Simply take photos during the morning of the Fair.

Then go to the Computer Clubroom, where you’ll be able to view your images and select the best two for entering the competition. Do this by 1pm. Your two photos will be printed and displayed for judging. The winners will be announced at 3pm. on the main stage.

We are fortunate to have John L. Coombes, a well known and experienced photographer based in Wollombi, to judge this year’s competition.

4 images selected from the 2010 competition

Mangrove Cup runners

2011-09-28T03:56:00.000-07:00

Runners in this year's Mangrove Cup Pig Races were chosen from these promising youngsters. They are currently being trained at a secret location prior to the races at the Mangrove Mountain Country Fair on the 22nd of October.