This past weekend, on Saturday, I drove up to Cheyenne, WY to watch the D26 Northern Contest.
Classically, the Northern Division contest is held in Casper, WY. Luckily for me, the decided to move it to Cheyenne this time, as that made it doable as a [LONG] day trip.
This is the 5th of the 6 Division contests that I attended this cycle. My Southern Division Contest being the first. At each of the other 4 contests, I wound up being honored to help by being asked to fill a role. In Cheyenne, I was one of the timers. This is a great way to take part in the contests!
The test speaker spoke on a theme that was very familiar! His speech about spices had a lot of similar thoughts to the topic I picked 2 weeks ago for my home club when I was Toastmaster. He did not talk about Pumpkin Spice, but did talk about Salt & Pepper and how the spice trade was an important part of our history.
There were 3 Evaluators and 5 Tall Tales Contestants listed on the ballot. Unluckily, only 2 for each category made it to the contest. However, it was a strong showing, and an enjoyable contest. Great job by all those involved to make an energetic and honorable contest.
I am looking forward to a week-and-a-half from now, at the District Conference, to see the finals of these 2 contest. I have seen all the contestants except one division compete, so I can tell you first hand that this will be an exciting competition. Those competing will have to work hard to take the top places at the District Conference.
It is worth it to go up to see the finals! Even if you can only make it to the final contest Saturday night. See you there!
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