Trailing of the Sheep Festival held in Ketchum and Hailey
What happened
Festival events took place in Ketchum and Hailey. The Trailing of the Sheep Festival originated when the late John Peavey and his wife, Diane, owners of Flat Top Sheep Co., teamed up with the Ketchum/Sun Valley Chamber of Commerce to start the event in 1998. The festival grew from informal gatherings of about 15 people to attracting thousands of attendees each year.
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Why it matters
The festival is rooted in the history of the sheep industry in the Wood River Valley, which saw a massive population increase in Idaho during the early 1900s. The event drives tourism and commerce, increasing economic activity within Blaine County.
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Who's involved
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- HaileySpeculative
Hailey might see increased local spending and tourism revenue due to the festival.
- KetchumSpeculative
Ketchum could see increased local spending and tourism revenue due to the festival.
- Blaine CountySpeculative
Blaine County might experience increased economic activity and tourism revenue from the festival.