Mic’d Up – Blake Danner
Blake Danner
Texas State Fair
In your opinion, what is the most challenging thing when judging shows?
A few things come to mind when I think about challenges when stepping into the ring. First, whenever there is not constant hog flow. Second, whenever an incredible animal is not being presented to the highest degree.
What is a nonnegotiable for you when judging?
The pig I am gonna use will have BIG LEGS!
What is the most memorable show you’ve sorted?
I really enjoyed judging Tulsa State Fair!
When someone says that’s a “Blake Danner” pig, what qualities does it have?
An animal that is presented well with an incredible shape to their head and a big back leg.
Biggest pet peeve in the ring?
When people use two whips with their show project! Also, when people show in Dunks.
Lemonade Shake Up or tea?
Lemonade Shake Up
Elephant ear or funnel cake?
Funnel Cake
Big slide or Ferris wheel?
Ferris Wheel
Corn dog or hamburger?
Corn Dog
Carnival rides or carnival games?
Carnival Games
Exhibitor Spotlight
Reagan Daulton
Reagan Daulton and her Spot gilt, Whitney, earned Champion Purebred Breeding Gilt honors at the Ohio State Fair. Reagan shares what made Whitney special and why she loves competing at the fair.
Tell us a little about your champion.
My gilt’s name was Whitney, and she was a purebred Spot. She was difficult to break at first but ended up being one of my favorite animals I’ve shown. I loved working her hair!
What is one state fair tradition you look forward to every year?
Showing, hanging out with my friends, and watching or participating in the Sale of Champions.
In your opinion, what’s the best part about your state fair?
The competition. We have some of the best showmen and quality of animals of any state.
What was something memorable the judge said about your champion?
She had far-reaching pieces that were unique for any breed.
Anyone you’d like to thank?
Mike Hacker and Greta, who bred the gilt and gave me the opportunity to show her. My mom and dad, Ryan and Lindsay Daulton, for all their support with my pigs at home and at the shows.
Pool or Lake?
Pool
Lemonade or Iced Tea?
Iced Tea
Ice Cream or Popsicles?
Ice Cream
Washing or Cleaning Pens?
Washing
Early Mornings or Late Nights?
Late Nights
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