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Think of the Yuletide Trials as the annual "Jack Russell Christmas Party." This weekend event contains two sanctioned trials (one on Saturday and one on Sunday) in addition to many other fun holiday festivities.   

The trial's new home is Saint Johns County Fairgrounds. Don't miss the opportunity to spend some extra time in the area. St. Johns County and St. Augustine are incredibly dog-friendly. Four-legged family members are welcome to stroll on the beaches and through the old town streets. Many restaurants have outdoor seating and are happy to bring an extra bowl of water.

Saint Augustine is one of the Best Christmas Towns in the USA. Their "Night of Lights" program runs every evening from Nov. 20 to Jan. 31 and is something that should be on everyone's Christmas list to visit.

All trial events will be at the Saint Johns County Fairgrounds in Elkton, Florida, 11 miles from Saint Augustine.  This 90-acre facility has RV hookups and camping.  Confirmation will be held undercover in a 250ft x 125ft multi-purpose arena with permanent bleachers that can accommodate 2,000 persons.   Restrooms with showers are on site.   A separate 40ft x 20ft meeting house with bathrooms, AC, or Heat will host dinners.  So we are covered for all weather scenarios.   Rain or shine - we will be dry, warm (or cool)!

In addition to working our terriers during the day, there are evening social activities as well.  There is a Friday evening dinner ($) for those who want to meet their fellow competitors and judges for the weekend.  It is also an excellent opportunity to learn what "Barn Hunt" is all about.  

Our Saturday night dinner ($) is followed by the "Yuletide Chinese Ornament Exchange" hosted by Santa.

One of the many highlights of the weekend is a visit by Santa on Saturday evening.  If your Jacks (or you) would like a photo with Santa and want to ensure you are on the "nice list," please bring a stuffed animal appropriate for a child age 5-11. Santa's Elves appreciate the help in ensuring 15 families in rural Clark County, KY have a special holiday.