Monday, September 26, 2011
Albany, GA - The Albany Fair
For those of you around south Georgia; don't forget to get signed up for The Albany Fair. Just click here for the rules and entry form! This show is open to goats, lambs, swine, and cattle. The shows are from Wed. Nov. 2nd to Sat. Nov. 5th.
Exhausted!
It is has been a LOOOONG week here at the Creek! I am totally exhausted....having more calves under the barn than we have ever had. My two boys actually have been helpful! The funny thing is that I think they actually "broke" our calves this year. My little ones are 2 and 4.
Thursday, April 14, 2011
CREEK Miss Prize Money
We just love this calf, literally as you can tell by some of the pictures below. If you take this heifer home you will definitely have a fun season and earn lots of prize money for next year's calf. My little boy loves this heifer....he calls her halter barn. I think the only two things he learned from attending the National Western in Denver, CO this year was that he loves $8 hamburgers and calves names can be crazy and long!! haha He insists she goes to a good home and is still trying to talk me into keeping her. As you can tell she is so gentle!! She is also a Rocky Balboa January heifer.
CREEK Party Girl
Check out this January heifer that will be at the sale Saturday, April 16th. We will also have viewing and bidding available Friday after noon. If you can't make it to the sale feel free to call 229-325-4394 or email stalvey@hotmail.com. Absentee bids will be taken!!!
Should have gotten a picture of her from the back end, but I am positive you can tell how thick she is just from looking at her bone structure. (this is just a natural picture, no fitting...but boy does she have the hair)
Make sure to check back for more pictures to be listed as the day goes on.....
Should have gotten a picture of her from the back end, but I am positive you can tell how thick she is just from looking at her bone structure. (this is just a natural picture, no fitting...but boy does she have the hair)
Make sure to check back for more pictures to be listed as the day goes on.....
Monday, April 4, 2011
The Last Standing: Akins Cattle Enterprises Consignment
Here is the information for one of the consigners in The Last Standing Sale. Just knowing the Akins, I am positive these heifers will be really nice.... If you are unable to attend and want like to place a bid by email or phone please email stalvey@hotmail.com or 229-325-4394. Also, you can directly contact the Akins family.More information about the sale will follow. These will be all ages of cattle and something that is sure to "fit" your need!
1. Heifer- born 9-1-10- Built Right x Angus- can be registered % Sim
2. Heifer- born 9-1-10-Basic Instinct(angus) x Simangus - can be registered % Sim
3. Heifer- born 9-29-10- Encore(angus) x Maine Angus
1. Heifer- born 9-1-10- Built Right x Angus- can be registered % Sim
2. Heifer- born 9-1-10-Basic Instinct(angus) x Simangus - can be registered % Sim
3. Heifer- born 9-29-10- Encore(angus) x Maine Angus
Thursday, March 31, 2011
The Last Standing!
Please make plans to join us for our upcoming club calf sale!
The Lasting Standing
"Where the Ribbons are Won!"
Saturday, April 16th
Bidding from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Lunch Provided!
Can't Wait to See You There!!
Cattle will also be available for preview on Friday afternoon at the sale location!
CSR Barn
Alapaha, GA
For more information call 229-325-4394.
Friday, March 4, 2011
PRE LESSONS : Let's Start with the Basics...
If you think this cow is giving you a dirty look she just might be?
Did you forget to say THANK YOU?
Yeap!! You read it right!!
The first thing you need to learn about showing cattle is some MANNERS!! I promise these tips will get you a lot farther than you think!! READ ON.....
We will just start today with some personal manners!!
#1 - Always, Always, ALWAYS....say thank you!! Why? because it is the right thing to do and it actually ends up benefitting you in the end!
The first people you will want to be kind to and say thanks to are the individuals checking you in and "stalling" you. Don't get all irritated if everything isn't exactly our way! Work with them. I guarantee they aren't out to get you!! I was an ag. teacher & a junior board member for a national cattle association and have been in these people shoes. I promise that the people who are kind and friendly you are more likely to help out! I don't even think it is because you mean too, but let's face it you are going to be kinder to people who are kinder to you!
#2 - Please, Please, PLEASE... thank the judge after the show!! Even if that "low life, stupid idiot of a human" put you dead last!! ( I hope none of you would ever think that way!!)
When I started showing.... I started thanking!
My dad expected this!! No excuses!! I always thought this was so embrassing and he didn't know what he was talking about, but boy did he...My dad is the smartest guy on the planet!
You see if you show enough you will see judges again and again!! It's called "NETWORKING"!! After a show you usually see a bunch of grown men trying to get up to the judge, maybe they are old friends or just someone else trying to network, but it isn't often that you see a kid! That judge is going to remember you!! Sometimes it makes the difference when you and another youth are trying for that top spot and the judge is torn.
#3 - Thank your ag teacher!! (Thank your ag teacher's boss!!) Even if you can't stand your "stupid" ag. teacher and "crazy" extension agent (I know none of my students ever felt this way about me. :) hahaha ) and even if you fell your ag. teacher didn't do anything!! Remember you don't know everything!! Your ag. teachers/extension agents are usually away from the family to help you. Do you think they want to work on the weekends? I promise this will make a huge difference for you!!
I had the best (and the MOST) ag. teachers in the world!! They also expected me to have MANNERS!!
#4 - Thank your parents!! Most likely they have put out money, took off work, and worked as hard if not harder than you!! SAY THANK YOU!! EXPRESS SOME APPRECIATION!!!
My parents are the best! My mom keep everything organized and on schedule, made sure I had clothes and food at shows, & walked and fed calves right along side of me. I have seen my mom come to shows when she have just had a round of chemo! My hats go off to my mom!! I could learn a lot from her work ethnic and loving ability!!
My dad expected the best! We worked at this 110%! He was always there working with me! Because of my parents I learnt manners!! Manners have taken me far in & out of the show ring!!
Don't worry.....we are going to get to more details like.....
* why the mess is that black calf wearing a brown halter
* where do you think you are a baseball field or a Kid Rock concert
* why.. have you ever even met this calf...you know the one you are showing
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Lesson #1: What were you thinking? This one is for the breeders, teachers, and agents.....
I KNOW NONE OF US WOULD DO THIS, BUT THE TRUTH IS...WE ALL KNOW PEOPLE WHO DO...DON'T YOU WANT TO TACK THIS TO THEIR FOREHEAD....
I know everyone has heard that country song, "I don't know what I was thinking, but I know what I was a feeling."
Lately, after all these show calf sales, I am starting to wonder what people are thinking!! I definitely know what they are feeling; A little bit of laziness!!
Here is the scene:
Kid & Family go to steer show!
Kid (or dad) falls in LOVE with some "pookie bear" steer! They are blinded by the fluffy hair and thrilled with the fact that the calf is already broke!
Dad (Mom or Kid) raises his hand a few too many times ...and guess what, Pookie has a new home.
Now, Pookie the steer is heading home. Everyone comes to see Pookie and Auntie Uma even brings the camera. Pookie thinks wow!! I got it good!! Granny & Papa brag on him like a new baby and there is one happy kid!
Tomorrow though, only Dad, Mom and maybe the kid visit and take care of the calf!
Next week it narrows down, one parent and hopefully the kid visiting!
Next week that parent is tired of getting up early to feed that calf, so let's cut back to once in the afternoons.
Kid says Dad, it is only April we have to July to get ready for the futurity show. Dad agrees, Mom is glad, and Pookie is starting to get lonely!!
Now what about Pookie? He doesn't understand why that fan ISN'T turning!! WHERE is his radio? Why MUST he eat out of a pan with poo!! And let's face it, the Mildew in his water ISN'T satisfactory!!
Poor Pookie; the show is coming up soon in just one week, and the kid has the bright idea of actually WORKING with the calf! WOW!! REALLY!!!
They get to the show and despite one great week of hard work, they find Pookie a little like my 3 year old, "souped" up on Mountain Dew and kicking like an eight legged mule!!
POOKIE doesn't show GOOD, and to tell you the truth, neither does the kid! Pookie, you guessed it, is in last place.
Dad says he knew that breeder was no good and they just riped him off! He won't be BACK at that sale!!!
Auntie, Granny, & Papa blamed that low life judge and Mom knows it is the 4-H agent and FFA advisor's fault!! They didn't help the poor kid enough!!
I mean really, the kid, and Pookie, deserved to place higher. HE WORKED SOOOOO HARD WITH HIS CALF!!!
As Jeff says, If you don't get the moral of this story you...here's your sign!!
ENOUGH SAID!! GET REAL!!
I know everyone has heard that country song, "I don't know what I was thinking, but I know what I was a feeling."
Lately, after all these show calf sales, I am starting to wonder what people are thinking!! I definitely know what they are feeling; A little bit of laziness!!
Here is the scene:
Kid & Family go to steer show!
Kid (or dad) falls in LOVE with some "pookie bear" steer! They are blinded by the fluffy hair and thrilled with the fact that the calf is already broke!
Dad (Mom or Kid) raises his hand a few too many times ...and guess what, Pookie has a new home.
Now, Pookie the steer is heading home. Everyone comes to see Pookie and Auntie Uma even brings the camera. Pookie thinks wow!! I got it good!! Granny & Papa brag on him like a new baby and there is one happy kid!
Tomorrow though, only Dad, Mom and maybe the kid visit and take care of the calf!
Next week it narrows down, one parent and hopefully the kid visiting!
Next week that parent is tired of getting up early to feed that calf, so let's cut back to once in the afternoons.
Kid says Dad, it is only April we have to July to get ready for the futurity show. Dad agrees, Mom is glad, and Pookie is starting to get lonely!!
Now what about Pookie? He doesn't understand why that fan ISN'T turning!! WHERE is his radio? Why MUST he eat out of a pan with poo!! And let's face it, the Mildew in his water ISN'T satisfactory!!
Poor Pookie; the show is coming up soon in just one week, and the kid has the bright idea of actually WORKING with the calf! WOW!! REALLY!!!
They get to the show and despite one great week of hard work, they find Pookie a little like my 3 year old, "souped" up on Mountain Dew and kicking like an eight legged mule!!
POOKIE doesn't show GOOD, and to tell you the truth, neither does the kid! Pookie, you guessed it, is in last place.
Dad says he knew that breeder was no good and they just riped him off! He won't be BACK at that sale!!!
Auntie, Granny, & Papa blamed that low life judge and Mom knows it is the 4-H agent and FFA advisor's fault!! They didn't help the poor kid enough!!
I mean really, the kid, and Pookie, deserved to place higher. HE WORKED SOOOOO HARD WITH HIS CALF!!!
As Jeff says, If you don't get the moral of this story you...here's your sign!!
ENOUGH SAID!! GET REAL!!
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Lesson #2 Are you a Cadillac or a Cowboy?
You know if you don't think you are something you won't ever be!!
You have to focus on something and believe it to be true and then it can happen!
Every year on the day of the county show my dad and I did the same thing. We went out to the barn and loaded feed, bottled water (another story), supplies, and clothing for the show. We when quietly loaded in our truck and headed out...When we pulled out on Highway 82 (about 3 miles away from our house) the nearly same conversion would always take place:
So, who do you think will win the show steer tonight? My dad would answer and ask my opinion. Usually, we shared the same opinion. Then I would say.. So, who do you think will win the heifer show tonight? My dad would answer and ask my opinion. And then without hesitation, I would say, "I am going to win showmanship tonight!" and that was the end of that.....
Usually by that time we would be at our local hardware store, Jernigan's, and we would run in for a coke and a honey bun!
My dad had won our county showmanship every year he was in high school and it was my goal to do the exact same thing...no pressure on my boys, of course.. I have one that will probably he most likely riding his calf and the other will be chasing the girls.....
I won showmanship because I believed that with God's Grace I could do it!
Now don't get me wrong...I would look great driving a brand, new sporty Cadillac. (For anyone who wants to send me one... I will gladly take any color, but black and silver would be my top 2 choices. hahaha) I can imagine myself flying down the interstate in that thing....so what is the difference.....
I put the work behind the thoughts of being a showman! I don't think I will afford a Caddy anytime soon because I am not putting any work efforts towards getting the car!!
You have to do some WORK!!! For those people who just think the show calves come into the world broke and beautiful GET REAL!!! You can think you are the best showman in the world, but if you don't work with your calf by time your county show rolls around you are just going to be a RAN OVER SHOWMAN! That would be about as dumb as sitting on the floor thinking I can fly! I can fly!! and just expecting it to happen!! Unless you are on your lab top buying a ticket on DELTA it ain't going to happen!!
So, the moral of the story, think positive and get off your tush!!
Monday, February 28, 2011
Lesson #3: Crowding Is For A Bon Jovi Concert...
Late last night I ran to get a few items at Walgreens. I finally got the boys to bed and just needed a few relaxing minutes out of the house. Usually if I take my boys to the store it is more like going to the circus. So I am getting up all my items, taking my time, and then it happens....I step into the checkout aisle and this lady gets behind me. She is so close I can feel her breathe. I literally thought she would run over me... I am not sure what she thought she doing or what fire she was headed to, but I gladly asked if she would like to go ahead me...Praise the Good Lord she did!! I really can't stand people to touch me or get that close to me, especially when I don't even know them!! As I watched her checkout I began to relax again (now that I could breathe) and began to remember another experience where crowding was annoying me....
I was showing a full sib to Haberno and least to say she had quite a bit of an attitude! I constantly worked with her, but she is a little on the nervous side. (I guess some animals, just like us people, are just that way.) I was showing her at the North American International Livestock Exposition when to my discomfort, dislike, and amazement the young lady with the calf behind me kept "pushing" us. Now most of you already know what I am KINDLY trying to stay, but in case you are lost... she was on purpose making her heifer move closer and closer to mine to make her move. You see we were down to the top 2 spots and every time I got my heifer set up for the judge she would push her heifer forward, so mine moved again. This is an unprofessional practice...
When I came out of the ring the man I purchased my heifer from told me if that every happened again with her I was to push my heifer back into her and let the heifer kick the "grap" out of her or her heifer. I don't believe he used as "kind" of language. He said it loud enough for his voice to carry over to her "group". They quietly and quickly moved away from us....
The next day we showed again with the open show. We were lined up and guess who was behind me...YOU GUESSED IT....the same heifer...but this time the dad was showing the heifer. I won't forget this...my dad was on one side with a comb and Bobby was on the other...Bobby looked at that man square in the eyes and in a ruff tone said...This heifer here will kick your brains out if you get close...so back off.
No more problems....
Now please don't think I am encouraging any of you to "back over" anyone with your calf. This is a rare case, but usually people who keep "running over" your calf during the show are because they can't control their calf not because they are intentional trying to "spite" you.
So..What should you do if you are in the show ring and the animal behind you in running all over yours? Sometimes there isn't a lot you can do...but here are a few suggestions....
#1- If you are in showmanship....pray she gets pulled in last place and out of your way.
(One small hint here: Try to be second walking into the showmanship ring. First isn't safe because you just dont' know if your animal is going to want to walk. Second is close enough to get the judges attention and usually not always, but usually the "high headed" cattle will be near the end....because that shower doesn't want that animal waiting for a long time, getting more excited, while waiting to go in)
#2 - In the market or age class...pull your heifer out of the line and move over to the right just little when you set her back up. This way your heifer will not be directly in front of her.
#3- If you see the animal behind you isn't very calm make sure you leave plenty of room between you and the calf in front of you. That way if the animal behind you bumps you you can just move up a little without making a full circle.
#4- I always told people during line up to please be careful and not get to close to my calf because he/she could kick. This way people were less likely to "crowd" me. "Remember if they have legs they can kick..."
If my animal was more "high headed" such as the animal I told the story about earlier make sure you do let the shower behind you know...especially if it is a small child...we usually let the parent or the ag teacher of that child know because that way they could stress this to the child...SAFETY MOST BE A PRIORITY!!
Remember don't crowd me....I just might kick you at the local Walgreens! :)
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Lesson #4 - It isn't about the truck and trailer...
There are some moments you will always remember..I am not sure why those moments stick out so profoundly in your mind, but they just seem to stick like mud...The following moment was just one of those moments for me...
I was in the 8th grade and was truly excited to be picked up early from school as we were headed to a local fair to check in our animals. My dad wasn't farming at the time so we used my Papa's truck and trailer. It is a blue, white and rusted 1978 GMC. The radio would work if you could tune it just right and the windows were the air conditioner. My "air conditioner" no longer had a handle, but a pair of visigrips would roll the window down and, if you could keep them on, it rolled them up! Occasionally, the passenger side door was known to open for no apparent reason, so slapping the door shut became a safety issue...
What made the truck even better...the old trailer that was blue, white, and rusted that was dragged behind it! There was no telling what this trailer weighted..but I remember having to drive extra slow!
We pulled up to the fair and just WHERE did my dad park to unload our cattle...at the time it seemed like the worse possible spot. Between two brand new Ford F250s hauling a shiny aluminum trailer...I remembered just kind of slipping on down it my seat and hoping no one saw me... But I had to get my calves off the trailer..I am not sure I had ever or will ever unload that fast again!! Let's just say I had my steer at a trot!!
My dad realized I was a little embrassed and he just winked & casually mentioned it isn't the truck and trailer that count, but whats in it....
I didn't really get the message until the trailers backed back up the next evening after the show. The "honor mentions" loaded up on their aluminum trailers and lower place ribbons were place on the seats on these new F250s, but in the old rust GMC was 4 trophies and ribbons galore! Somehow (by God and b/c he allowed us to work hard) we loaded the Grand Champion Steer, the Grand Champion Heifer, and the Reserve Champion Heifer on that old rusted trailer! (and the Junior Champion Showman was still trying to roll up her window when we pulled out of the fair grounds)
I guess you all should see my dad's point...I know I sure did! For most of you this is a time to start getting new calves! I see people just go out and buy something so they have something in the barn or to beat some one else from getting a calf before they do... but get REAL!!!
You need to think about what kind (breed, size, birthdate, price range, etc.) that you are looking for when you are looking for a calf!! I become so irritated when I see a dad go out and buy a calf that will easily finish out at 1350 lbs for a 9 nine old petite girl!! GET REAL!!! The odds are that that child will not even be able to show that calf or the experience will be so bad for the child that she never wants to show again!! So for all of you PARENTS, EXTENSION AGENTS, & AG TEACHERS who help pick out calves fit the calf to the child!! DON'T BE DUMB!!
I will say that I have had my fair share of fussy, high tempered heifers, but the difference is that my parents didn't pick these out for my in the 6th grade. I picked these heifers out when I was older and know the work that would be involved! I had enough show experience to figure out how to work the animal correctly!!
Here are the main 6 items you would to think about when picking out a calf:
#1 - Age - ALL I NEED TO SAY IS READ THE RULE BOOK AND FOLLOW IT.
#2 - Frame Size
Putting these two items together just remember that you want your steer to end up weighing about 1250 lbs., it is projected that a calf should gain about 2.5 lbs. a day...so your calf should weigh around 500 lbs in the first of June if you sell in March! (Remember if you have a smaller shower you might want a smaller calf.)
#3 - Muscle - You should be able to look down a calf's top, at his hind end and shoulders, and lastly at his bones and width of stance to see if he possessess the amount of muscle you are looking for...remember you aren't looking for the Hulk, but at the same time you have to have an adequate amount of muscle...no amount of feed can put on muscle.
#4 - Balance
#5 - Structural Correctness - If a calf can't walk, he just can't walk and a calf that can't walk will give you trouble all year long and should never win!!
#6 - Disposition
(Click here to check out these powerpoint on steer selection if you are a newer shower!)
So..to get to the point...make sure you are picking out a good calf for you! You may can't afford the high selling calf at the sale, so what....just make sure you have a calf that is structural sound (& has a good balance of the things listed above) and you can definitely work with that!!
Now to wrap it up...don't take me wrong we eventually got a brand new truck and used an aluminum trailer! I just loved the new truck, but we still emphasized that what was in the trailer was important! And for those of you who know me know I have to believe there is nothing wrong with an F250! Just remember no matter what you drive to select good calves and work hard with them!!
Even though those new trucks are nice I know my dad and I would like one more ride in that 78 rusted GMC with my Papa!! He was the biggest fan and those are the memories that truly last a lifetime!!
Best luck with finding your perfect calf! If you are needing some help feel free to give me a call at
229-325-4394. I would be more than glad to try to help you locate one.
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Lesson #5: Did Anyone Else Get Any Glory Wounds This Weekend?

Did anyone else grab a glory wound this weekend? You all know what I am talking about...that wound that is left after the dust settles down and you are perfectly sure you are going to make it!!
Why is it that we are so proud of our "glory wounds"? Take a 4th grade child that has just won showmanship, but was stepped on in the process. He will show you the belt buckle he won, but then he will spend 5 minutes telling you how he got stepped on, how he got the calf off, and what each second of the horrible pain felt like...of couse, he mentions he didn't cry...he took it like a man!! If you are lucky you can get away before the boot and sock come off...visual effects always stand out in people's mind!!
I was the lucky owner of a glory wound this past weekend! (It was on my head, so I couldn't show it off! darn...hahaha)
My family and I were loading replacement heifers this past weekend. My dad and I were driving them into a trailer and as always there was one little heifer that wanted to stay behind. (Isn't that a kind way of putting it.) She had ran past me once and I felt we were in a hurry...so there was no way this was happening again! (The Metts family running behind...never...) The next time she came by I stepped out in front of her. (I guess..I am not sure what I called myself trying to do.. ride her I guess....like the RFD TV says "Long Live the Cowboy"!) Tuff Hedeman didn't have anything on me!! That ole heifer hit me just right and when she did up went my legs and down went my head!!
I hit my head first and then my shoulder! I jumped up like I thought she was coming back for more!! But, after jumping up like some super hero (really a coward who wasn't getting run over ahead.) I just kind of stood there..more like old Otis on the Andy Griffin show!
It is amazing how you can go from being one of the world's greatest cowboys to "falling" around like some kind of drunk....
I have had other nice glory wounds....bruised feet from calves who can't walk without walking on you...bruised legs from calves who consistently forget it is a blow dryer..the same one we have used a million times...and a great big bruise from being thrown into that huge power box at Perry, GA! Talk about a blast!!
However, getting hurt by your cattle or while working with your cattle while isn't a laughing matter! It can be quite serious. Most of us cattlemen who have been around cattle for a while get hurt because we are too comfortable in the situation!! They always say the bull that will hurt you is the one you trust!
For you newer exhibitors here is just a little bit of advice:
#1 - NEVER, NEVER, NEVER tie a calf of any size to you!!
I have seen some of the calmest calves in the world get spooked and go crazy!! Trust me...you don't want to be on the other end of that rope with no control over where you are headed!!
#2- Don't walk underneath your calf. If you don't know what I am talking about your feet will soon!! and for goodness sake please wear shoes that can take getting stepped on...please don't wear flip flops to halter break cattle. (Please don't act like there are people out there who don't do this...)
#3 - Either get far enough away from the calf so he can't kick you or get close enough that it won't hurt as bad. Why is it that we all want to stand right where the calf can get a great kicking target.
#4 - Don't put yourself between your animal and a solid area. Especially when breaking your animal.
#5 = Please alway tie your animal with slip knots. This is for the safety of your animal and you!! If you don't know how to tie a slip knot! STOP! Watch this video click here and learn how to tie a slip knot! My dad must have made me practice this one millione times, but it was worth it.
(for your safety and your calves)
Do any of you more seasoned showers have any advice? Feel free to leave a comment and let us know!!
Friday, February 25, 2011
Lesson #6 Okay...Let's Talk Dressing??
No I am not talking about the kind of "dressing"
that is overflowing out of the turkey at Granny's Thanksgiving Table?
If I were a football player, I would wear a hemlet to protect and a jersey to represent!
If I were a ballerina, I would wear a tutu for twirling!
If I were a baseball player, I would wear cleats to run and a hat to protect my eyesight from the sun!
Guess What? Wake Up? Some of your "dressing" decisions need to change!!
This ain't Show Time at the Apollo!!
When Bama won the National Champs did you see any players wearing crowns?
Were they shouting "Roll Tide" in tutus?
(I bet ESPN would have paid a lot for this photo!)
NO!! Why not? Because at that time they are football players!!
While you might wear a baseball hat everyday and baggy drawers to 3rd period math,
that isn't the case now!!
Ladies and Gentlemen:
Let's work our way up!!
1.) Shoes!! PLEASE wear some type of boot. (lace up or pull on)! Please don't wear tennis shoes or worse dress shoes!! (You know you have seen it!) Please make sure your boots are clean!! While it is in a barn, cow poop all over your shoes is not professional. (I am not talking on the bottom.) Most likely if you are at a cattle show you are staying in a hotel! Hotels usually have great little shoe shiners! USE THEM!! I mean I hate to ask this of some of you because it might take a little time out of your pool party or gossip club going on at the hotel after the show, but I promise a few minutes won't mess up your social life! :)
2.) Jeans - Make sure you are wearing jeans that are appropriate!! No rips, no large stains, etc! I am leaving this at that!!
3.) A belt and preferably with a belt buckle!! It ain't got to be a plate!! A modest buckle will do just fine!! If you don't have one ask a friend to share. Most of these buckles are interchangable!
4.) A nice, clean, PRESSED shirt! Don't grab your shirt as you go in the ring after your little brother has stomped on it in the floor of your dad's pickup truck!! Again, most hotels have irons!! I prefer a button up shirt or a solid type pull over. It is totally a personal thing, but I HATE short sleeves and sleeveless tops in the show ring! I totally prefer long sleeve!! I personally think it is more attractive and professional looking!! Of course, do I even have to say "tuck it in"!
5.) It really bothers me to see index cards hanging off people's hind ends! All jokes aside I just prefer a number harness that you wear over your shirt! I believe it adds to the professional look!!
6.) Clean!! That is right! Please have a clean face and hands as clean as possible!
Girls: If you are at the age to wear make-up! Please feel free too! You do want to look your best! You need to have your hair pulled back or at least out of your face!! Matching ribbons for girls can really complete a look!! A little jewerly is fine; however, this isn't the Miss America Contest! Feel free to save your bling for the night life at the fair! A nice pair of earrings will do; however make sure you don't wear jewerly that makes a noise when you moves around!! You should know why!!!
Boys: NO CAPS!! NO CAPS!! NO CAPS!! If your hair is in your eyes get a hair cut!!
Now put on that "nobody can beat me" look and rock'n roll!
I just hate those fake smiles!! (and so does the judge!)
(If you can't afford something on this list don't let that discourage you. Just ask a friend to share or consult with your ag teacher or extension agent. I am sure they can help with some good advice.)
Miranda and Zena have arrived....come by and take a look!
We were so glad to be able to purchase one of The 2011 National Western Stock Show Champion Pen heifers from the Wiese Peterson Cattle Company. We have got her home and she gets better looking each day. We also purchased an Open Bar heifer from Braun Cattle Company. We can't wait to see what future calves these heifers will bring us.
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
The Last Standing is underway!!
The Last Standing is underway! Make sure not to miss this awesome opporunity to buy fall born steers and heifers!! More news will be coming your way!!
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