The Scottish Crookmakers Assoc have a long and distinguished history of promoting and encouraging the craft in Scotland, centred around the Borders but being supportive of interested groups and individuals further afield. The calendar highlight is the Border Shepherd's Show , the first Saturday in October at Yetholm, where a fine display of 250+ good, traditional , practical sticks are exhibited and all the current seasons winners compete for the Champion of Champions Trophy - well worth a visit if you are in any way interested in sticks!!!