EXPERIENCE THE THRILL
OF THE SONORAN DESERT
Kick off the Arizona Working Aussies 2027 season at the beautiful D&D Mini Ranch in Queen Creek, Arizona. The Sonoran Shuffle brings together handlers in all divisions, outstanding stock, and a first-class facility for an unforgettable weekend of competition and camaraderie.
Where champions are made.
EVENT DETAILS
DATES:
January 22-24, 2027
Friday - Course A | Saturday - Course H | Sunday - Course E
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LOCATION:
D&D Mini Ranch
Queen Creek, Arizona
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PRE-ENTRY :
December 1 - 11, 2026
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SCHEDULE
THURSDAY, JANUARY 21
12:00 PM Open for Arrivals
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FRIDAY, JANUARY 22
7:00 AM Check-in
7:30 AM Handlers Meeting
Run order follows
Daily Awards following trials
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SATURDAY, JANUARY 23
7:30 AM Handlers Meeting
Run order follows
Daily Awards following trials
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SUNDAY, JANUARY 24
7:30 AM Handlers Meeting
Run order follows
Daily Awards following trials
Awards Presentation following Daily Awards
JUDGES
MARTI PARRISH
Ellensburg, WA​​​​
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JACQUIE TINKER
Frost, TX​​​​
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BETTY WILLIAMS
Lewistown, MT
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AWARDS
8 Silver Buckles
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Daily High Score Awards & Rosettes
Cattle Sheep Ducks
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High Combined Daily Awards & Rosettes
Cattle Sheep Ducks
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High Started Score Daily Award
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Customized Unique Daily Awards
Don't just hear about the
Sonoran Shuffle...
Experience it!
EXCEPTIONAL STOCK
Quality. Care. Consistency. The foundation of a great run.
Sound-minded cattle that provide
honest, challenging runs for all levels.
BEEFMASTER
CATTLE
KHAKI CAMPBELL DUCKS
Fast and fun - adding excitement
and variety to every trial
ST CROIX
SHEEP
Conservation breed known for their
intelligence and natural athleticism.
