The 33rd annual Pennsylvania State Championship Stock Dog Trial (PSCSDT) moves from its traditional venue on Father’s Day weekend at Sheepy Hollow Farm to a much larger trial field at the Harford Fair-grounds in Susquehanna County Harford, this year.

The four-day event, sponsored by Cabot Oil & Gas Corporation, includes the PSCSDT state championship and the regional Northeast Border Collie As-sociation’s Fall Foliage Championship from Oct. 2-5, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
The change in venue provides opportunities for more dogs and handlers to participate, gives better access for participants and spectators, offers increased camper and spectator parking. It’s an exciting outdoor event that provides another opportunity for families to enjoy the fall foliage typical of the season and area.

The event is open to the public with free admission and a small parking fee. This year, 93 dogs will compete in two open trials, each extending over a day and a half. The last day will consist of the NEBCA Double Lift with the 15 highest qualifying dogs from the state championship open trials competing.

The PSCSDT dogs and handlers come from more than 14 states and the provinces of Ontario and Quebec.

Breakfast, lunches, snacks, and beverages may be purchased at the trial field from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Tents and bleachers are provided for spectator and handlers comfort. A running, voiced, commentary explains the activity on the field and a written program helps to keep the spectators informed.

Spectators are encouraged to bring their own camp chairs and may take photos during the event. If bringing pets, they must be on a leash, under voice control; and clean up after your animal is a must.