70 Woodens Lane
Hopewell Township
NJ 08530
The 35th Annual Plowing Match at Howell Living History Farm will take place on Saturday, September 1st. A dozen teams of draft animals from New Jersey, Pennsylvania and New York are entered in the match, which tests the performance of farmers, their horses and oxen.
Members of the general public, including youngsters, can win ribbons by plowing in visitor classes beginning at 10:30 a.m. Classes are for ages 8-9, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15 and 16 & up. No experience is necessary.
Pony rides, wagon rides, an obstacle course driving competition and live music are also planned. Food will be available for purchase.
Plow match judges, some of whom are traveling from as far as Virginia and Oklahoma to help with the match, will present trophies and ribbons to the winners of all classes at 1:30 p.m. Parking and admission are free.
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Plowing Match at Howell Living History Farm here!
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