The event will feature driving competitions through obstacle courses, simulating historical logging practices.
“Driving competitions are obstacle courses that demonstrate the skills of the horse and driver, depicting what would have been done in the logging industry in particular, driving in among trees and things like that,” Josh said.
Josh’s purebred Clydesdales — Macca, Bailey and Jimmy — have impressive credentials.
“Macca, he has retired from showing, but he retired as the national Clydesdale champion,” Josh said.
The horses maintain active roles on Josh’s family farm, sowing pastures for their own feed.
Clydesdales are a family affair, as Josh’s father, Brenton Taylor, began participating in the steam rally over 40 years ago, will serve as MC for the horse section.
“Dad still helps with the horses. He is on the microphone, explaining what we do and why we do it throughout the day.”
About a dozen horses are expected to participate in the weekend’s activities.
“Everyone’s welcome to come up and meet the horses. Macca will be there for a meet and greet,” Josh said.
Participants must register beforehand and be Commonwealth Clydesdale Horse Society Australia members.
You can find the Clydesdales and Heavy Horse Showcase in Rex’s Paddock at the south end of Rotary Park.
