Flying Gumboots

Our Young Farmers Club had a sausage sizzle at lunchtime on Friday followed by an inter-house gumboot throwing competition to raise money for the I am Hope charity. A strong southerly breeze made throwing a challenge but an enthusiastic crew supported by Mrs Eatherley raised awareness for this important mental health initiative.

Pictured are some of the finalists with some captured mid-flight.

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