If you have never had a go at rounding up cows then working dogs Moonbie and Mac are ready to show you how it's done.
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These two love nothing more than putting cattle through their paces and reaping the rewards of a good pat afterwards.
And they're just a tiny part of the entertainment, thrills and interesting things you'll find at Tocal Field Days this Friday, Saturday and Sunday in the grounds of Tocal College.
Celebrity chef Fast Ed will be working his magic with beef in the kitchen for exhibitor NH Foods on Friday and he can't wait to show everyone how to whip up a delectable feast.
Speaking of cooking, punters will be boiling water the hard way in the billy boiling competition - with a billy on a fire. Five people will take part at once and vie for the winner's title.
Manager Charise Foulstone said it was a fun way to experience just how much time it took to make a cuppa in the old days.
For those who have never milked a cow - and want to try it - head to the miking barn to have a go and then turn that milk into cheese.
The iconic experience is a nod to the past when dairy farmers had to milk cows by hand and most people had a 'milking cow' in the backyard to provide the household with their dairy needs.
Jump into the front seat of the solar revolution with the Western Sydney Solar Team who will have a solar car on show and be talking about all things solar.
Meanwhile, the Clydesdales will be demonstrating how they have been used as working horses over the years.
"They will show you how to tack up the horse and do a ploughing demonstration and people can pat them afterwards," Ms Foulstone said.
There's also something for farmers who are looking to find out about the latest industry trends.
Ms Foulstone said they could expect information on drones, field analysis and even remote spraying applications.
The popular piglet race is back again this year as well as gumboot throwing and fencing demonstrations.
There are a wide range of exhibitors across food and wine, art and craft, fashion, gardening and cooking, to name a few.
And, you can even get a free hair cut.
"The field days bring people from different areas together. Everyone from farmers through to families - there is literally something for everyone at the field days. It's a great way to bring the community together as well, we have wonderful volunteers - a lot of people come along and volunteer for this event and we gave out over $35,000 in volunteer donations last year," Ms Foulstone said.
"We're also giving back to the community."
What you need to know:
FREE SHUTTLE BUS TO TOCAL FIELD DAYS
The free service will leave Maitland Railway Station every hour on Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 9am and drop you at the Tocal Field Days entry gate. A free shuttle bus will also depart the event at various intervals for the return journey to the station.
Parking is available in the paddocks alongside the event, but it has been very wet lately, so organisers are urging people to consider that when making their travel plans.
USE A VOUCHER FOR FREE ENTRY
NSW Discover Voucher holders can get into the event without opening their wallet and will receive a voucher to put towards the cost of morning tea.
ENTRY FEE
Tickets are $18 for adults and $2 for children between 5 and 16. Children under 5 are free.
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Belinda-Jane Davis
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