2022 Rodeo Austin (STAR of Texas) Show Entry Info & Updates

 

10/07/21
2022 RODEO AUSTIN (STAR OF TEXAS) SHOW ENTRY INFO & UPDATES

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Hey all!

Please see the information below on the Rodeo Austin Stock Show coming up in March 2022, including the Junior Livestock Show and the Junior Judging Contests. 

Please note that we are only focusing this information on the portions of the show that require the youth members to be 4-H (or FFA) members in order to enter.  These are the only opportunities for which we can request an excused absence from your school.  

If you are showing livestock, please note that you MUST have an updated Quality Counts Number for your age group (important if you are new to showing, if you have moved from 5th to 6th grade, or if you have moved from 8th to 9th grade).

Please read through these opportunities and let us know if you need help with anything!


MAJOR SHOW ENTRY FORM DEADLINES:

• All 2022 4-H Major Show Entries are DUE to the Bastrop County Extension Office by 12:00 Noon on Thursday, November 4, 2021, unless otherwise noted for specific contest entries.
• REMINDER: All Extension Agents have until 12/01/21 to review, enter online, sign, seal, and postmark all entries and supporting documents for the major shows - they must be turned in by November 4th to the CEO in order for us to process through everything and to make sure your information is up to date and correct.
• CEO LATE FEE: any entries turned in after the November 4th deadline will be subject to a $25 per entry late fee
• Please note, for any entries turned in after the CEO mails in entries the exhibitor will be responsible for any late fees and additional postage required to enter the show.

 

LIVESTOCK SHOW LINKS:

• Main Website: https://rodeoaustin.com/ 
• Schedule
• 2022 Livestock Show Premium Book
• Livestock Show Entry Forms 

 

ENTRY FORMS:

• Junior Livestock Show:
  • ENTRY: To enter this show and receive an excused absence from school, exhibitors will need to enter the Junior Livestock Show:
    • Each individual youth must complete an entry in order to participate
    • Youth must have an up-to-date Quality Counts Number
    • Youth must include their SSN
    •  If entering through 4-H, please list "Bastrop County 4-H", not your individual club
    • Download the entry forms here
  • Junior Livestock Show Opportunities:
    • Junior Market Steers
    • Junior Market Lambs
    • Junior Market Goats
    • Junior Market Barrows
    • Junior Market Poultry
    • Junior Breeding Heifers

 

• 4-H/FFA Contests:
  • Ag Mechanics
  • Beef Skillathon - individual, use main entry form
  • Sheep Skillathon - individual. use main entry form
  • Swine Skillathon - individual, use main entry form
  • Poultry Judging - individual/team - email Mellanie to enter
  • Livestock Judging - individual/team - email Mellanie to enter

 

UPDATES & REMINDERS FROM THE SHOW:

• Download the 2022 Rodeo Austin Updates that goes into more detail or check out a few of the major updates/reminders below.
• All breeding animals must have current health papers
• To stall together, you must arrive together
• Cattle tie-outs are available upon arrival
• Breeding animal substitutions - $50 fee must be made at check-in or the respective show and approved by the Superintendent
• Livestock cannot arrive on the Fairgrounds before 9 PM the day before specified arrival
• Barrow weights will be 250-290 lbs 
• All Barrows exhibiting must be Certified Texas Bred through the Texas Pork Producers Association

 

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES:

• Other opportunities can be found on the County Calendar – registration information should be included for each post.
• Other Contest related opportunities can be found on the Judging Card Calendar – to sign up for these opportunities, please contact Mellanie at MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu or at 512-581-7186

That's all for now!  Have a great week and let us know if you have any questions!

M

Mellanie L. Mickelson

Bastrop County Extension Agent – 4-H & Youth Development
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Services

P.O. Box 650 | 901 Pecan Street | Bastrop, TX 78602
p: (512) 581-7186 | c: (512) 522-9174 | f: (512) 581-7187
MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu

Website – https://bastrop.agrilife.org
Blog – www.bastrop4h.blogspot.com
Facebook – www.facebook.com/BastropCounty4H

2022 Texas Elite Swine Showcase Entry Info & Updates

 

10/06/21
2022 TEXAS ELITE SWINE SHOWCASE ENTRY INFO & UPDATES

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Hey all!

Please see the information below on the Texas Elite Swine Showcase coming up in February 2022.

If you are showing livestock, please note that you MUST have an updated Quality Counts Number for your age group (important if you are new to showing, if you have moved from 5th to 6th grade, or if you have moved from 8th to 9th grade).

Please read through these opportunities and let us know if you need help with anything!


MAJOR SHOW ENTRY FORM DEADLINES:

• All 2022 4-H Major Show Entries are DUE to the Bastrop County Extension Office by 12:00 Noon on Thursday, November 4, 2021, unless otherwise noted for specific contest entries.
• REMINDER: All Extension Agents have until 12/01/21 to review, enter online, sign, seal, and postmark all entries and supporting documents for the major shows - they must be turned in by November 4th to the CEO in order for us to process through everything and to make sure your information is up to date and correct.
• CEO LATE FEE: any entries turned in after the November 4th deadline will be subject to a $25 per entry late fee
• Please note, for any entries turned in after the CEO mails in entries the exhibitor will be responsible for any late fees and additional postage required to enter the show.

 

LIVESTOCK SHOW LINKS:

• Main Website: https://www.texaseliteshowcase.com/ 
• Rules, Requirements, & Schedule
• Entry Form

 

ENTRY FORMS:

• Exhibitors will need to include their current Quality Counts To enter this show and their SSN
• Download the entry forms here

   

UPDATES & REMINDERS FROM THE SHOW:

• Texas’ Elite Showcase is open to only gilts of the Certified Texas Bred Registry.
• The gilts must have been bred, farrowed, and raised in Texas and have a valid CTBR certificate.

 

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES:

• Other opportunities can be found on the County Calendar – registration information should be included for each post.
• Other Contest related opportunities can be found on the Judging Card Calendar – to sign up for these opportunities, please contact Mellanie at MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu or at 512-581-7186

That's all for now!  Have a great week and let us know if you have any questions!

M

Mellanie L. Mickelson

Bastrop County Extension Agent – 4-H & Youth Development
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Services

P.O. Box 650 | 901 Pecan Street | Bastrop, TX 78602
p: (512) 581-7186 | c: (512) 522-9174 | f: (512) 581-7187
MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu

Website – https://bastrop.agrilife.org
Blog – www.bastrop4h.blogspot.com
Facebook – www.facebook.com/BastropCounty4H

2022 San Angelo Livestock Show Entry Info & Updates

 

10/06/21
2022 SAN ANGELO STOCK SHOW ENTRY INFO & UPDATES

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Hey all!

Please see the information below on the San Angelo Stock Show coming up in February 2022, including the Junior Livestock Show and the Junior Judging Contests. 

Please note that we are only focusing this information on the portions of the show that require the youth members to be 4-H (or FFA) members in order to enter.  These are the only opportunities for which we can request an excused absence from your school.  

If you are showing livestock, please note that you MUST have an updated Quality Counts Number for your age group (important if you are new to showing, if you have moved from 5th to 6th grade, or if you have moved from 8th to 9th grade).

Please read through these opportunities and let us know if you need help with anything!


MAJOR SHOW ENTRY FORM DEADLINES:

• All 2022 4-H Major Show Entries are DUE to the Bastrop County Extension Office by 12:00 Noon on Thursday, November 4, 2021, unless otherwise noted for specific contest entries.
• REMINDER: All Extension Agents have until 12/01/21 to review, enter online, sign, seal, and postmark all entries and supporting documents for the major shows - they must be turned in by November 4th to the CEO in order for us to process through everything and to make sure your information is up to date and correct.
• CEO LATE FEE: any entries turned in after the November 4th deadline will be subject to a $25 per entry late fee
• Please note, for any entries turned in after the CEO mails in entries the exhibitor will be responsible for any late fees and additional postage required to enter the show.

 

LIVESTOCK SHOW LINKS:

• Main Website: https://www.sanangelorodeo.com/
• Entries & Premium Book
• Schedule
• Judges
• 2022 Livestock Show Premium Book
• Livestock Show Entry Forms - make sure to use the Junior Entry Application
• San Angelo Important Information Page

 

ENTRY FORMS:

• Junior Livestock Show:
  • ENTRY: To enter this show and receive an excused absence from school, exhibitors will need to enter the Junior Livestock Show:
    • Each individual youth must complete an entry in order to participate
    • Youth must have an up-to-date Quality Counts Number
    • Youth must include their SSN
    •  If entering through 4-H, please list "Bastrop County 4-H", not your individual club
    • Download the entry forms here:
      • Junior Show Entry Form
      • Junior Heifer Show Entry Form
  • Junior Livestock Show Opportunities:
    • Junior Angora Wether Futurity
    • Junior Boer Goat Show
    • Junior Breeding Gilt Show\
    • Junior Breeding Sheep
    • Junior Ewe Lamb Futurity
    • Junior Heifer Show
    • Junior Market Barrow
    • Junior Market Goat
    • Junior Market Lamb
    • Junior Market Steer
    • Junior Rabbit Show

 

• 4-H/FFA Contests:
  • Contests with separate entry forms:
    • Ag Public Speaking
    • Agriculture Mechanics
    • Robotics (Team Contest, also open to public schools):
      • Junior Robotics Inventions Team Entry
      • Junior Robotics Arena Team Entry
    • Sheep & Goat Skillathon - individual contest; enter using the Junior Show Entry Form
  • Judging Contests:
    • The following contests are entered through the Judging Card Website - please email Mellanie to let her know if you would like to participate in them
    • Consumer Decision Making - individuals OR teams
    • Food Challenge - teams of 3-4 only
    • Livestock Judging - individuals OR teams
    • Meat Judging - individuals OR teams
    • Wildlife Judging - individuals OR teams
    • Wool & Mohair Judging - individuals OR teams

 

UPDATES & REMINDERS FROM THE SHOW:

• Download the 2022 San Angelo Updates that goes into more detail or check out a few of the major updates/reminders below.
• There will be no Texas Stars Wether Dam Show & Sale in 2022. The Texas Lamb Breeders' Association is hosting an event with a new name this fall- check their website for more information.
• Market Lambs & Goats: Limited to 1 tack truck per trailer
• Junior Heifer Show:
  
  • Limit 3 total head per exhibitor.
  • Continue hard wave system, Friday no animals arrive
  • Continue Kiosk check in on arrival
• Junior Barrow Show: continue 2 wave format

 

ADDITIONAL SHOW OPPORTUNITIES (no excused absence request):

There are some additional opportunities associated with this Stock Show (including the Open Show & Youth Longhorn Show Opportunities); however, we are NOT able to request an excused absence for participation in these opportunities since they do not require youth participants to be a 4-H/FFA member.  We are happy to send a letter of support to your school if you choose to participate, but it will be up to the school to decide how to handle your absence.  Please let us know if you have any questions about this.

 

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES:

• Other opportunities can be found on the County Calendar – registration information should be included for each post.
• Other Contest related opportunities can be found on the Judging Card Calendar – to sign up for these opportunities, please contact Mellanie at MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu or at 512-581-7186

That's all for now!  Have a great week and let us know if you have any questions!

M

Mellanie L. Mickelson

Bastrop County Extension Agent – 4-H & Youth Development
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Services

P.O. Box 650 | 901 Pecan Street | Bastrop, TX 78602
p: (512) 581-7186 | c: (512) 522-9174 | f: (512) 581-7187
MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu

Website – https://bastrop.agrilife.org
Blog – www.bastrop4h.blogspot.com
Facebook – www.facebook.com/BastropCounty4H

2022 TCYS Invitational Heifer Show Entry Information

10/05/21
2022 TCYS INVITATIONAL HEIFER SHOW ENTRY INFO

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Good afternoon!

We are excited to share that the Travis County Youth Show (TCYS) is planning on hosting its Invitational Heifer Show, again, in January 2022!  Please note that heifers must be state validated in order to participate.

We must have these entries reviewed, entered, and post marked no later than November 1st, so these entries will be due to the Bastrop County Extension Office by 12:00 Noon on Thursday, October 28th.  

Please see the information below and let us know if you have any questions. 

ENTRY DEADLINE:

• 4-H Entry Forms, Registration Papers, & Payment are due to the Bastrop County Extension Office by 12:00 Noon on Thursday, October 28th.
• These items may be turned in at the Fall Heifer Validation scheduled for Tuesday, October 26th, as well.

 

TCYS LINKS:

• Livestock Show Website: http://www.traviscountyyouthshow.org/livestockshow/
• 2022 Rule Book (updated 07/15/21)
• 2022 Out of County Heifer Entry Form (Fillable)
• 2022 Schedule will be posted as we get closer to the show which will take place January 13-15, 2022

 

TCYS HEIFER RULES TO NOTE:

• General Rules are listed starting on on Page 14:
  • Please note that heifers must be State Validated in order to show
  • Please be aware of the other general rules listed
• The Heifer Show Rules are listed on Page 21:
  1. Each exhibitor may enter no more than three (3) Breeding Heifers.
  2. All entries are subject to the General Rules and these additional rules. Heifer entries will not be eligible for the premium sale.
  3. Exhibitors must be a legal resident of Travis, Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Hays or Williamson counties and active, eligible youth members of either a 4-H Club or FFA Chapter.
  4. Heifers participating in the open show, must follow state validated rules per the General Livestock Rules.
  5. Original registration papers must be in the exhibitor’s name by November 1, 2021. Copies of registration papers must be included with paper entry form.  Original registration papers will be checked at the show.
  6. TCCA recognized breeds are eligible to show. The original registration papers must indicate the animal meets breed requirements. No entries registered under ranch names or in partnerships will be accepted.
  7. Heifer entries will show in three divisions (provided there are a minimum of 5 head per division): American, British and Exotic. If the minimum number of entries are not entered, all heifers will show in one division. No heifer more than 36 months of age at the month of show will be allowed to show. Heifer classes will be broken at the discretion of the Heifer Superintendent.
  8. All heifers must be in place by the deadline set forth in the latest official “Schedule of Events”.
  9. All exhibits are subject to Texas Animal Health Commission rules.
  10. No additional or artificial hair, twine or other foreign material may be used in grooming of breeding heifers. Show will be a blow-and-go event.
  11. Heifer Showmanship contest will be broken up into Junior and Senior divisions. The Junior division will be from
      3rd through 8th grade and the Senior division 9th to 12th grades.
  12. The entire area behind the cattle arena (from entry to exit) is restricted to exhibitors only. Each exhibitor may have one parent or one AST/CES advisor assist them in the staging area/drug testing, if necessary

 

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES:

• Other opportunities can be found on the County Calendar – registration information should be included for each post.
• Other Contest related opportunities can be found on the Judging Card Calendar – to sign up for these opportunities, please contact Mellanie at MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu or at 512-581-7186

That's all for now!  Have a great week and let us know if you have any questions!

M

Mellanie L. Mickelson

Bastrop County Extension Agent – 4-H & Youth Development
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Services

P.O. Box 650 | 901 Pecan Street | Bastrop, TX 78602
p: (512) 581-7186 | c: (512) 522-9174 | f: (512) 581-7187
MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu

Website – https://bastrop.agrilife.org
Blog – www.bastrop4h.blogspot.com
Facebook – www.facebook.com/BastropCounty4H

2022 Fort Worth Livestock Show Entry Info & Updates

10/05/21
2022 FORT WORTH STOCK SHOW ENTRY INFO & UPDATES

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Hey all!

Please see the information below on the Fort Worth Stock Show coming up in January 2022, including the Junior Livestock Show and the Junior Judging Contests. 

Please note that we are only focusing this information on the portions of the show that require the youth members to be 4-H (or FFA) members in order to enter.  These are the only opportunities for which we can request an excused absence from your school.  

If you are showing livestock, please note that you MUST have an updated Quality Counts Number for your age group (important if you are new to showing, if you have moved from 5th to 6th grade, or if you have moved from 8th to 9th grade).

Please read through these opportunities and let us know if you need help with anything!

 

MAJOR SHOW ENTRY FORM DEADLINES:

• All 2022 4-H Major Show Entries are DUE to the Bastrop County Extension Office by 12:00 Noon on Thursday, November 4, 2021, unless otherwise noted for specific contest entries.
• REMINDER: All Extension Agents have until 11/15/21 to sign, seal, and postmark all entries and supporting documents for Fort Worth - they must be turned in by November 4th to the CEO in order for us to process through everything, make sure your information is up to date and correct.
• Fort Worth does NOT accept ANY late entries and strictly enforces the postmark date from the CEO

 

LIVESTOCK SHOW LINKS:

• Main Website: https://www.fwssr.com/
• 2022 Livestock Show Premium Book
• Livestock Show Entry Forms - make sure to use the Junior Entry Application
• Fort Worth FAQ's

 

ENTRY FORMS:

• Junior Livestock Show:
  • To enter this show and receive an excused absence from school, exhibitors will need to enter the Junior Livestock Show - Junior Livestock Show Entries may be downloaded by clicking here.
    • Each individual youth must complete 1 entry per species they want to show
    • Youth must have an up-to-date Quality Counts Number
    • Youth must include their SSN
    •  If entering through 4-H, please list "Bastrop County 4-H", not your individual club
  • Junior Livestock Show Opportunities:
    • Jr. Breeding Sheep
    • Jr. Dairy Cattle
    • Jr. Beef Heifers
    • Jr. Market Barrows
    • Jr. Wether Lambs
    • Jr. Market Steers
    • Jr. Wether Goats

 

• 4-H/FFA Judging Contests:
  • The following contests are included in the Fort Worth Livestock Show and require a team of 3-4 people in order to participate:
    • Dairy Cattle Judging
    • Floriculture
    • Goat Judging
    • Horse Judging
    • Meat Judging
    • Range & Pasture ID
    • Wildlife Contest

 

UPDATES & REMINDERS FROM THE SHOW:

• Download the Junior Livestock Show Guide that goes into more detail or check out a few of the major updates/reminders below.
• Steers: Have a minimum weight requirement of 1,000 lbs
• Heifers:
  • The first exhibitor to arrive will now pick up the entire County Packet - please let Mellanie know your stall number for other exhibitors to locate you.
  • Exhibitors will be responsible for verifying their show number/entry by presenting it to the Superintendent's Office from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m., Thursday, January 20 and 8 a.m. until 11 a.m., Friday, January 21. Unverified show numbers must be returned to the Superintendent’s office by 11 a.m., Friday, January 21.
• Barrows:
  • Barrows must weigh between 250-290 lbs with a 10 lb tolerance
  • Arrivals will begin at Trinity Park (which will not be available until 8:00 AM on Monday, January 31st)

 

ADDITIONAL SHOW OPPORTUNITIES (no excused absence request):

There are some additional opportunities associated with the Fort Worth Stock Show (including a poultry show, a rabbit show, a horse show, and a few other contests); however, we are NOT able to request an excused absence for participation in these opportunities since they do not require youth participants to be a 4-H/FFA member.  We are happy to send a letter of support to your school if you choose to participate, but it will be up to the school to decide how to handle your absence.  Please let us know if you have any questions about this.

 

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES:

• Other opportunities can be found on the County Calendar – registration information should be included for each post.
• Other Contest related opportunities can be found on the Judging Card Calendar – to sign up for these opportunities, please contact Mellanie at MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu or at 512-581-7186

That's all for now!  Have a great week and let us know if you have any questions!

M

Mellanie L. Mickelson

Bastrop County Extension Agent – 4-H & Youth Development
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Services

P.O. Box 650 | 901 Pecan Street | Bastrop, TX 78602
p: (512) 581-7186 | c: (512) 522-9174 | f: (512) 581-7187
MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu

Website – https://bastrop.agrilife.org
Blog – www.bastrop4h.blogspot.com
Facebook – www.facebook.com/BastropCounty4H

Happy National 4-H Week 2021!

 

 

10/04/21
HAPPY NATIONAL 4-H WEEK 2021!

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2021-2022 Bastrop 4-H Council Officers present the National 4-H Proclamation to the Bastrop County Commissioners Court

Happy Monday and Happy National 4-H Week!!

We are excited to kick off National 4-H Week (October 3-9, 2021), which recognizes all of the cool things 4-H members do around our country.  Sadly, both Facebook and Instagram are down today, so we couldn't share some of the photos that have been shared with us, but we will do so as soon as we are able.  We would also love to get some photos of what all you are doing around the community as 4-H members this week!  Be sure to show off your 4-H shirts!

The theme of this year’s National 4-H Week is Find Your Spark, which highlights how 4-H offers opportunity for youth to find their passion and explore learning about that passion and what lies within it through hands-on learning experiences. The positive environment provided by 4-H mentors ensures that kids in every county in the country  ̶  from urban neighborhoods to suburban schoolyards to rural farming communities  ̶  are encouraged to take on proactive leadership roles and are empowered with the skills to lead in life and career. 

In Texas, one of the most anticipated events of National 4-H Week every year is One Day 4-H - check out more on the One Day 4-H Project below!

The Purpose of One Day 4-H

Texas 4-H members have always been proud of the communities they call home. Whether they live in cities, towns, or rural areas, 4-H’ers make their communities better year-round, but they couldn’t do it without help. One Day 4-H was created in 2009 as a way for all 4-H members to say “thank you” to their communities, counties and state for all the support they have provided to 4-H for over 110 years.  Now in its 13th year, One Day 4-H will be held on October 9, 2021, in every county across Texas. 4-H members, adult volunteers, and friends will help improve their communities by adopting a service project. These projects can be done as individuals or as an entire county 4-H program. No matter what project is chosen, this is one day to make a difference.

Our Goal

The goal of One Day 4-H is to encourage 4-H members in every Texas county to take one Saturday in October to make a big impact on a big state. Each 4-H club or county program will choose how best to ignite the spirit of service as we help improve Texas in hundreds of ways, from border to border.

Who Can Participate?

One Day 4-H is open to everyone in the community: 4-H and non-4-H members, their parents, club leaders, and volunteers. It is one day for everyone to serve the community together. Depending on how big your service project is, you could even invite church groups, school groups and other youth groups such as Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts to join you.

Check out the Bastrop County 4-H One Day 4-H Project:

For 2021, our Bastrop County 4-H Council has decided to hold a supply drive to benefit the Bastrop County Animal Shelter!  The Animal Shelter has their most current (and urgent) needs put together on their Amazon Wish List

There are a couple of options for donations:

1. Dropping items off at the Bastrop County Extension Office (901 Pecan Street in Bastrop) - the final day to do so is Friday, October 8, 2021.  We will deliver supplies next week.
2. Drop off items directly at the Animal Shelter - be sure to send an email to Mellanie at MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu of what items (and how many) were donated!
3. Purchasing items directly from the Shelter's Amazon Wish List - be sure to send an email to Mellanie at MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu of what items (and how many) were donated!

 

Why is it important for you to let us know what and how many items were donated?

We truly want to see the impact made by our 4-H members for this project.  Our 4-H members are meant to be active members in their community and making it a better place - what better way to demonstrate the impact than by sharing what they accomplished?

 

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES:

• Other opportunities can be found on the County Calendar – registration information should be included for each post.
• Other Contest related opportunities can be found on the Judging Card Calendar – to sign up for these opportunities, please contact Mellanie at MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu or at 512-581-7186

That's all for now!  Have a great week and let us know if you have any questions!

M

Mellanie L. Mickelson

Bastrop County Extension Agent – 4-H & Youth Development
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Services

P.O. Box 650 | 901 Pecan Street | Bastrop, TX 78602
p: (512) 581-7186 | c: (512) 522-9174 | f: (512) 581-7187
MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu

Website – https://bastrop.agrilife.org
Blog – www.bastrop4h.blogspot.com
Facebook – www.facebook.com/BastropCounty4H