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Discussion of the local Mountaineer Festivals of old always bring one word to mind—FUN. Sure, visitors can come and watch all of the different field events that occur throughout the day, and likely have a grand old time, but that might just result in a touch of melancholy at the end of the day. So, to be safe, when getting ready to ride into Clayton on Saturday morning, go ahead and dress in some comfortable, older clothes that can handle a litte dirt or some grass stains, just in case.
Have the kids ever had to chase down and catch their own supper? Chances are that they haven't, short of a sibling playing keep-away with the chicken nuggets. One of the highlights of the day, it's hard to say who has the most fun during the Festival's pig chase events for different age groups—all of the kids pelting around the arena after the pig, or the spectators watching around the arena's perimeter. The looks of surprise, concentration, and excitement on the kids' faces are priceless, as are the quick turns and spectacular escapes that the pig usually manages to make. (Don't worry, though, the pigs go home safe at the end of the day.)
Ever wondered just how long it really takes to saw through a log with an old two-man crosscut saw—the kind most commonly seen these days hanging on a wall with a picturesque painting covering the blade? Want to team up with one of the kids for an old-school three-legged race? Take your shots on the archery range for a chance at prizes or pick up an axe and see who can give Paul Bunyan a run for his money—there's something for everyone to try their hand at, and ribbons or prizes to be won in most events.
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all contests award at least ribbons and/or trophies,
with other prizes as noted below
Apple Pie Contest
First Place Prize: $100
sponsored by Karon Miller
Archery Competition
sponsored by Reeves Hardware
Horseshoes Competition
First Place Prize: $100
sponsored by
Russell & Russell, PC, Attorneys at Law
Wood Chopping
First Place Prize: Engraved Axe
sponsored by Tonya Welch Rolader
Greased Pig Chases
ages 1-4. 5-7, 8-10, 11-13
sponsored by
Leon Shirley, Michael Rogers, and
Emma Chastain/Woodmen of the World
Wood Flings
ages 7 & under, 8-12, and 13+
sponsored by Stamp Creek Woodworks
Crosscut Sawing
First Place Prize: Stihl Chainsaw
sponsored by Michael Cumming, Attorney at Law
Sack Race
sponsored by Rabun County Farm Bureau
Three-Legged Race
sponsored by United Community Bank
Corn Shuckin'
First Place Prize: Corn Gift Basket
sponsored by Ricky Mitchell and Juanita Shope
Shiners Dash
First Place Prize: $50
sponsored by Holly Henry-Perry, Clerk of Court
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Children's Games
sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Rabun Co.
Bouncy House
sponsored by Ed Grizzle/State Farm Insurance
and Carey Patton/Tentmasters
Children's Scavenger Hunt
sponsored by Democratic Party of Rabun Co.
Climbing Wall
sponsored by Rabun Co. Sheriff's Dept.
Face Painting
sponsored by Girl Scouts of Rabun County
Horse-and-Buggy Rides
sponsored by
William Young and Marty Franklin
Toilet Paper Toss
sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Rabun Co.
Tomahawk Throw
sponsored by Boy Scout Troop 6
and Maurice Nichols
Tractor Rides
sponsored by The Candy Store
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Clayton Tribune
Michael Leonard, Pub.
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Many thanks to the community
friends, organizations, and
businesses who contributed
resources and services to
last year's Festival!
Sheriff Frank Andrews
Appalachian Surveying
Neil & Joanne Bare
Vaughn & Lillie Billinglsey
Blue Ridge Music
City of Clayton
Charity Lane
Clayton Merch./Business Assoc.
Jody Cooley for GA Congress
The Clayton Tribune
Michael Cummings II, LLC
Duvall Automotive Group
Ed Grizzle Insurance Agency
Rutherford "Ruddy" Ellis
First American Bank & Trust
Betsy Fowler
Foxfire Community Board
The Fun Factory
Ledlie Graitcer
Charles & Jacqueline Groover
Holly Henry-Perry
AJ Hollman
Hunter Funeral Home
Wilma Hutcheson-Williams
Jim's Service Center
Mr. & Mrs. Fred Lair
Lake Rabun Fund/NGACF
Jennifer Marcellino/Medlink
Mary "Mac" McManus
Annette Modesto
Rabun County Bank
Rabun Co. Rec. Department
Rabun Gap–Nacoochee School
Reeves Hardware Company
Rotary Club of Clayton
Lessie Smithgall
Southern Grace Pageants
Jane Tomlin
Diane Turner
United Community Bank
Wildcat Football
Shawn Wilson for Sheriff
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