A look at the history of the Australian Shepherd Club of America

ASCA During The Early Years
Highlights 1977-1979

Erin George, Best Junior Handler at the 1977 ASCA National Specialty
with Champion Jimmy Caligari, winner of the Best Of Breed at the 1977 Specialty

F.A. 'Tony' Box (l), Stock Dog Apprentice Judge receiving  a few
pointers from Senior Judge, Ernie Hartnagle (c), with a few spectators,
James & Joyce Reeves (r),  looking on & getting a sneak peak at the score  card.

1978 ASCA National Finals High in Trial Bill Van Hecke with  Champion Las Rocosa Hecks Hud, Judges Bob Carrillo & Walter  Lamar

1978 National Finals High In Trial Left to right: Jeanne Joy  Hartnagle,  Billy Van Heck, Ernie Hartnagle, Elaine Hartnagle with Champion Las  Rocosa Heck's Hud

It was not uncommon for early competitors in the conformation ring to dress in western wear
and to go from the conformation ring to the trial arena

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