Every September, thousands of people flock to Meeker, Colorado, to watch sheepdogs from all over the country compete. Skip to main content. WBUR. 90.0 WBUR - Boston's NPR News Station.

It all started in 1987 when Meeker was in need of an economic boost. Someone suggested a sheep dog trial could do the trick, so then-mayor Gus Halandras decided he’d figure out how to put one on ...

The Meeker Classic competition is a premier Western Colorado event that draws thousands of spectators alone. Each year, over 375 volunteers are needed to help things run smoothly. Other events ...