Mr. and Mrs. Jim Stebbins hosted the first WKC – The Leash Dog Show at their home in East Norwich, Long Island on May 15, 1971, and the 2nd on May 13, 1972. The Joint Outing was held annually until 1983 and has since been held biannually, 2023 was the 32nd such event.
To those who are unfamiliar with this biennial event, it is a wonderful garden party that includes an informal dog show. The Joint Outing & Dog Show is an event for members of both clubs, their families, and guests.
The winner of the 32nd match will be the first to be added to The Bishop Memorial Cup. This exquisite perpetual trophy commemorates Louis F. “Jerry” Bishop and his wife Alexandra “Sandy” Bishop, who epitomized the rich traditions of both Clubs. Jerry served on the Boards of both the WKC and The Leash and was a former President of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). He also memorably installed the first club flag over The Leash clubhouse. Jerry’s wife, Sandy, played a pivotal role in the support of the Joint Outing for over four decades.
An engraved sterling silver tray will be awarded to the inaugural winner of the Bishop Memorial Cup. The Perpetual Trophy will be presented permanently to the first winner of five Joint Outing Dog Shows.
WESTMINSTER AND THE LEASH OUTINGS
The Flint Hill Preserve / S. Tucker Johnson
Califon, NJ
June 24, 2023
The Flint Hill Preserve / S. Tucker Johnson
Oldwick, NJ
October 9, 2021
The Flint Hill Preserve / S. Tucker Johnson
Oldwick, NJ
June 22, 2019
Residence of Mr. Thomas de Neufville
Locust Valley, NY
June 3, 2017
Piping Rock Club
Locust Valley, NY
May 30, 2015
Piping Rock Club
Locust Valley, NY
June 15, 2013
Piping Rock Club
Locust Valley, NY
June 18, 2011
Tuxedo Club
Locust Valley, NY
May 19, 2009
Residence of Edwin Hershey II
Greenwich, CT
May 19, 2007
Residence of M/M William Campbell Jr.
Greenwich, CT
May 14, 2005
Residence of M/M William Campbell Jr.
Greenwich, CT
May 31, 2003
Tuxedo Club
Tuxedo Park, NY
May 19, 2001
Tuxedo Club
Tuxedo Park, NY
May 15, 1999
The Long Island Wyandanch Club
Eastport, NY
May 10, 1997
Residence of Mr. Alexander Slater
Locust Valley, NY
May 13, 1995
Residence of M/M. Judson Streicher / What A Folly Farms