CDS Judges Training at High Hampton

CDS Judges Training at High Hampton

Date: Saturday, August 16, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: High Hampton Dahlia Garden
1525 Highway 107 South, Cashiers, NC 28717
Lunch: Boxed lunch provided

Important Note – Please Read Carefully

This training is specifically for Carolinas Dahlia Society and American Dahlia Society members who are:
• Currently working toward becoming ADS-accredited judges
• Registered to clerk or judge at the CDS Dahlia Show in Cashiers this September

Due to limited capacity, this event is not open to the general public or casual observers. It is a focused, working session geared toward preparing for our upcoming ADS-sanctioned show.

Event Overview

Join us for a structured, hands-on training led by ADS Sr. Judges and experienced growers. This session will cover:
• American Dahlia Society judging standards and classification overview
• Identifying show-quality blooms
• Proper staging and presentation techniques for competition

Please bring your ADS Classification Book if you have one—we will be identifying and evaluating blooms directly in the garden.

Registration Required

Attendance is limited to 30 participants. Once capacity is reached, registration will close.
All attendees must register in advance to attend.

Register here: https://carolinasdahliasociety.wildapricot.org/event-6204026

We look forward to a productive and engaging day as we prepare for a successful September show!