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SUMMARY:Decatur County World’s Largest Raccoon Hunt
DESCRIPTION:The Decatur County World’s Largest Raccoon Hunt is an annual\, volunteer-run\, no-kill field trial event held at the Decatur County Fairgrounds in Parsons\, Tennessee. Since 1976\, this event has raised over $4.5 million for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Held in April\, it features dog trials\, live entertainment\, and family activities\, with a focus on supporting child cancer research.  \nKey Details of the Event:\nPurpose: Proceeds go to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital to support cancer treatment and research.\nNo-Kill Event: The hunt is a “field trial\,” meaning dogs track raccoons but do not harm them\, aiming for “treed” points.\nWhen: Annually on the second full weekend of April\, Thursday through Sunday.\nLocation: Decatur County Fair Grounds\, Parsons\, TN. \nHistory and Impact:\nLongevity: The event has been running for nearly 50 years\, starting in 1976.\nDonations: It is considered one of the longest-running sponsors for St. Jude in the area\, having raised millions for the cause.\nVolunteers: The event is managed entirely by volunteers.\nCommunity: It brings in hunters and spectators\, with many participants having attended for generations.
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LOCATION:Decatur County Fairgrounds\, 1925 US-641\, Parsons\, TN\, 38363\, United States
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