 Horse and Hound Wine Festival
July 10
Bedford, VA
BEDFORD, VA - July 10, 2010 will mark the 6th annual Horse and Hound Wine Festival on the gracious grounds of Johnson's Orchards in Bedford County Virginia. Eight wineries are present for tastings and purchases. It is the most unique wine festival presented and appeals not only to the wine enthusiasts but people of all ages and interest due to the many events with dogs and horses. Dogs are specially invited as paying guests and have the opportunity to participate and receive trophies and ribbons in events such as lure coursing, muskrat racing, and agility and obedience trials. |
 Horses of all breeds parade for ribbons and monetary prizes for the entertainment of the attendees who are allowed to meet and greet and vote for the people's choice award winner. People are treated well also! There are tents for shade or showers, live music for listening and dancing, food of all varieties, many wines to sample, shopping for arts and crafts, and ice-cold towels for cooling the July heat.This event which contributes to charities depends upon generous sponsorship providing money and in-kind services, a strong volunteer base to handle ticket sales, parking, wine pick-up and delivery and all the tasks necessary to make thousands of attendees feel welcome and cared for and secure that they, their children and pets will be safe and happy. Vendors and sponsors are afforded special considerations with regard to advertising, promotion, and inquiries are welcome. Non-profits organizations may apply to be recipients of the funds generated by the festival. We tend to favor those charities that emphasize animal welfare and that are able to provide volunteer support. Information regarding the Horse & Hound Wine Festival may be found at the festival website www.bedfordwine.com and on www.visitbedford.com.
Also you may attain information from Peaks of Otter Winery at (540) 586-3707, the Bedford Welcome Center at (540) 587-5681 or (877) 447-3257. For restaurants and accommodations plus other area attractions go to the following web sites: www.visitbedford.com - Bedford Welcome Center
www.visitsmithmountainlake.com - Smith Mountain Lake Chamber
www.bedfordareachamber.com - Bedford Area Chamber, www.visitroanokeva.com - The Roanoke Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau.
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