Hootin an Hollarin calling contests are Saturday

Don’t be alarmed by the hollering you hear coming from the Main stage at noon Saturday. The hoots, hollers, tweets, squawks and tunes are just the sounds of the annual Hootin an Hollarin calling contests getting underway. Enjoy the fun as contestants yip, yell and yelp to bring home the herd, flock or husband – and possibly win a trophy. You may want to try your hand at the skill too. There have been years when inexperienced city-slickers have taken home trophies after letting loose their inner-hillbilly voices on the Hootin an Hollarin stage. The four calling categories include cow, pig, turkey and husband, and the winners are awarded a trophy. Those who wish to participate should sign up behind the main stage just prior to the show.  Then, when your turn comes, step up to the microphone and let loose your best hill country call.