Draft Horse Pulling
The sport of horse pulling originated when horses were still used for daily farm work. Farmers would challenge one another to see whose horse or team could pull the most weight. Since then, horse pulling has evolved into an organized sport with teams of equine athletes.
Horses that are used for horse pulling are generally not used for work on the farm. Instead, they are worked regularly to keep their muscles and tendons strong and limber to prevent them from being hurt during competitions.
When: Friday • Scales open 8:00 AM • First class 11:00 AM
Superintendent: Robert Allen • (802) 484-5027 • rkallen@myfairpoint.net Governed by Eastern Draft Horse Association rules. All classes pull a 12-foot distance.
- Class 1 — 3,130 lbs. and under
- Class 2 — 3,335 lbs. and under
- Class 3 — Free-for-All, sponsored by Parry Construction of Cornish, NH
Entry fee is gate admission. A veterinarian is on-site; all animals must be vaccinated for rabies with proof of vaccination and insurance, plus a negative Coggins test valid within one year for New Hampshire horses and six months for out-of-state horses. No alcoholic beverages are permitted on the fairgrounds.