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As the 2016 Board President, I am ecstatic about this year’s show! The 34th Annual Four States Ag Expo, conveniently held in Southwest Colorado, will continue to be a leading opportunity for agricultural buyers and sellers around the Four Corners to meet and do business.
Whether you are a first-time exhibitor, visitor or a seasoned veteran, this guide contains valuable information for planning your Four States Ag Expo experience. There is a Board and volunteer crew ready to greet you and help you have the best year at the Expo yet – so let’s get started!
Expo has variety of demos and events The largest part of the Four States Agricultural Exposition is the vendors. Our vendors come not only from the four states area, but all across the western United States. These vendors offer up-to-date technology, products and services to improve your operation, for everything from small gardening to large farming and ranching operations. Our vendors also include a variety of services, from insurance, banking, heating and keeping your home safe, to feeding your farm animals with the best quality of nutrition. They provide the education, knowledge, and hands-on skills you need to get the best bang for your buck. Many of our vendors – indoors and outdoors – will provide demos and interactive activities for all ages during the three days of the event. – Radiance Beals
In this guide, you will find all the exciting events, vendors and activities that will be going on in these three fun, educational, productive days. I look forward to seeing you!
– Becky Bell, President
Helping hands are appreciated The Four States Ag Expo would like to acknowledge and thank every volunteer who helps make the show run smoothly. Volunteers offer their time, products and services each year to help the Expo provide three very eventful days. The Four States Ag Expo has been in Montezuma County for 34 years now, and it offers a huge venue for agriculture to the community and the surrounding Four Corners area. Without volunteers, we wouldn’t be able to offer that to the public, farmers and ranchers in the area. We extend the invitation to anyone who would like to help: There is always a place for everyone. – Radiance Beals 2016 Four Corners Agricultural Exposition Guide •
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Presenter Trainer focuses on relationship of horse and rider By Rachel Segura
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orses exude a certain something that equestrian lovers can’t quite put their fingers on. It’s more than having a pet. It’s a feeling within the individual that comes from simply being in the horse’s presence. Mike Brashear understands this feeling. He sees that a horse and its rider are more than two separate forces – they are a unit. “My program is focused on horse finishing,” Brashear said. “Lots of horses are trained, but not broken. They can do a specific job, but may get spooked if I throw a flag in the air and buck you off; or they could be broken and not trained.” For over 20 years, Brashear has been focusing on natural methods of training to improve the horse’s actions as well as the relationship between horse and rider. It may sound different from other trainers, but it makes sense. He finds that people may be extending more love to their animal than necessary during training. This could cause communication issues because the relationship needs to be well-rounded, not just friendly. Brashear helps many individuals who see their horse as emotional solace; brushing, petting and quality time with their horse is therapy. He sees nothing wrong with loving your horse, however, he said there is a fine line between rewarding and discipline, especially if you are seeking a certain behavior. “Sometimes you could be rewarding your horse, even if he’s not doing something right, because you are petting too much,” he said. “Some people are looking for a ranch show horse, and others just want to love their animal; but either way, we all want a good relationship with our horse.” Brashear views the connection with his client as equally, if not more, important than the training. In order to better that relationship, it starts with the rider. “I strive to be my best when I’m working with horses, but I want to connect with people. I’ve enjoyed working with others. I
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“My horse is my buddy, and I rely on him when we are out doing a job. I need to trust that he won’t become stiff or mechanical and shut down on me.” determine how and what we work on (with a horse) by the people. I will observe them together and then help them. The horse will tell us what it needs. I only want to help people connect with their horse. That’s what’s important to me.” From his observations, Brashear can truly dig into his training, which mostly consists of a casual approach. He doesn’t have a “lesson plan” per se, but he tends to the needs of each individual rider. He’s watched the horse industry, in some areas, become rigid and structured. He wants to bridge the gaps in modern training techniques. “I’m into being self-sustaining,” Brashear said. “I want the same out of my horsemanship. I want horses to be organic and natural, not mechanical. My horse is my buddy, and I rely on him when we are out doing a job. I need to trust that he won’t become stiff or
mechanical and shut down on me.” Brashear speaks of relationships with horses in a refined way. It could be his own experience with horse therapy has helped him to see the correlation between a welltended relationship and a better outcome from the horse. “There’s an old saying that goes ‘the outside of a horse is good for the inside of a man.’ There is something wonderful about an animal that big wanting to be with you.” Brashear will be offering help to those who get an after-the-expo fog, where they can’t quite put into practice all the information they retained at the expo. He will offer guidance on how to keep it simple enough to continue training on your own, and developing techniques to apply what you’ve seen. In two clinics, Brashear will offer a session focused on a specific area. The rest of his time will be open to helping horse owners develop skills and answer questions. He will be at the Four States Agricultural Expo March 17-19. You do not have to sign up for a clinic to spend time with Brashear. All you need to do is bring your horse, questions and concerns. Visit his website at brashearhorse manship.com to learn more about Mike Brashear Horsemanship.
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Presenter Expert says horse training is a balance of both work and play By Rachel Segura
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rad Barkemeyer sees the business of horse training as a two-way street: One goes in the direction of hard work and dedication, the other goes toward fun and recreation. “The horse industry is mainly driven by recreation,” Barkemeyer said. “We may be training and competing at a high level, but we still want to have a good time. There has to be a level of enjoyment.” Barkemeyer has been training horses professionally for 19 years. Even longer if you count his younger days, where he trained horses and used the profits to put himself through college. In 2010, he started his own business – Barkemeyer Performance Horses – which operates on Bella Vista Ranch in Scottsdale, Ariz. His areas of expertise are working cow horse, roping, cutting and reining. He will be offering clinics and demonstrations in all four areas at the 34th Annual Four States Agricultural Expo, Thursday March 17 through Saturday, March 19. Barkemeyer also shows his horses at various competitions across the country. When he speaks of horses, it’s with a balance of work and play. Horses help their riders with many jobs necessary to run a
ranch or a farm. However, these animals are also important to the rider at the end of the day when a gentle gait is all that’s needed. “The main thing I try to emphasize is that good leadership is not just about being a passenger (on the horse),” he said. “When you transition from just being a rider, it is much more enjoyable.” On Thursday and Friday, Barkemeyer will be primarily focused on working cow horse, reining and cutting. Saturday will be dedicated to roping horsemanship. This will be his first time attending the ag expo. “It’s always fun for me to share my knowledge and experience with people who are enthusiastic about horses and horsemanship.” Not every town is equipped with professional horse trainers, and if someone needs a little extra help, they may not be lucky enough to have that resource close to them. Barkemeyer said in that instance, people become open to all areas of learning. “People are like sponges. They want to hear, see and do it all so they can soak up as much as they can. Of course, we want to make it fun for them.” Barkemeyer will bring a couple of horses with him for demonstrations – a reining cow horse and a roping horse. Both are awardwinning champion horses. Barkemeyer has
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been showing the roping horse since the animal was two. Now six, the horse is still competing, but the training changed over the years. One thing Barkemeyer will be talking about is the stages of training as a horse progresses in showmanship. Other areas he will cover during his visit will be proper equipment and health care for horses – an important thing to consider whether you are competing or using your horse simply for recreation. He is looking forward to his first visit to the expo. Working with riders is rewarding when trainers see their hard work pay off. “It’s fun to see the rider step up to the next level,” he said. “It’s amazing to watch them take something new or get certain tips, then apply it to their own bag of tricks. As riders, we are always learning and developing our skills. You can teach old dogs new tricks.” Barkemeyer has competed in many horse shows, including NRCHA Hackamore Classic Open, AQHA Arizona Sun Circuit, Sherri Gilkerson Memorial Hackamore, and many others where his horses earned championships in both 2010 and 2011. If you would like to be a part of one of Barkemeyer’s clinics, call (970) 529-3486 or email info@fourstatesagexpo.com.
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‘The Program’ is designed to train people how to be better riders By Rachel Segura
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or the past 34 years, the Four States Agricultural Expo has brought the most well-respected and knowledgeable horse trainers to the community. This year is no exception as Delta, Colo., resident and world-class horse trainer Carl Wood joins the roster of exhibitioners at the Montezuma County Fairgrounds. Wood owns and operates Doubletree Horse Farms in Delta, where he offers clinics, trainings and apprenticeship programs to young people all over the world. His name is often recognized among farmers and ranchers in the county, as he has traveled to Cortez on several occasions to help horse owners. “This is not my first time at the expo, but it is my first time as a presenter,” Wood said. Wood will be running clinics every morning and afternoon throughout the expo. “I hope I will get to see some of the other horse trainers, but I’ll be pretty busy.” Wood, a 35-year horse trainer and show horse enthusiast, refers to his method of training as “The Program.” This particular method has come from a general understanding of horse behavior and capabilities that Wood has come to understand over the last 25 years. He defines his program as a way to help people train their horse so they obtain the knowledge needed to become a better rider. He demonstrates simple exercises to give you control over every part of your horse, not just for show, but for a better all-around riding experience. At the expo, Wood will be bringing a large crew of volunteers and Quarter horses to help him with his demonstrations. His focus is on versatility, working cattle horses, and trail and ranch reining. All of his clinics are currently booked. Outside of his clinics, he is hoping to lure in the spectators who linger around his presentations.
“A lot of people come to certain sections of the presentations because they want to know about a specific action, like cow work or fence work. I want to gear my demos to the spectators who maybe just want to see the finer points.”
“I think a lot of people are looking for instant success, because that’s what our society has become. They are in a hurry and might leave out a few things important to the task because they want it done now. You have to have patience and know exactly what you want from your horse.”
Wood has been working with horses from an early age. Like most ranchers, he has been riding horses since he was a toddler. Growing up in an equestrian lifestyle will cause a person to discover many different facets of themselves. Wood noticed he was particularly talented in communicating with horses, and getting them to do what he wanted. “I’ve had a pretty successful training career, and it’s gratifying when you hear that your peers think you are doing well also,” he said. “Working with animals brings you peace of mind.” Wood provides training services to riders
who may be working toward competition, as well as those who want to improve their basic riding skills. According to Wood, horse riding competitions have become tough since his time as a competitor. In the early 1970s, Wood said riders didn’t have to be quite so technical or “good” to win. “Now, even at an amateur level, competitors could win several million dollars, so they definitely have to step up their game. If you aren’t getting the most out of your horse, you don’t have a chance.” In other words, it never hurts to keep learning. However, folks don’t have to be competitors to seek his guidance. Most people will be looking for those well-kept secrets to simply improve their skills. Horse training requires a great deal of patience. Both horse and rider may discover that it takes some time to fully develop a specific skill. “I think a lot of people are looking for instant success, because that’s what our society has become,” Wood said. “They are in a hurry and might leave out a few things important to the task because they want it done now. You have to have patience and know exactly what you want from your horse.” Those signed up for a clinic can expect to be working outdoors for the morning session and in the equestrian pavilion for the afternoon session. Wood will be teaching ranch trail techniques with obstacles, cattle positioning, riding patterns for showing, boxing in cattle, reining maneuvers, and cutting. For more information on Carl Wood, visit his website at dbthorses.com.
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Presenter Teamwork is the power between dog and handler
Sheepdog trails history and information In the 1920s, sheepherding was a major industry in the Colorado area. Herding is generally handled by a few people on horseback and a dog or two. The sport of sheep herding began in Great Britain during the late 1800s. Trials were held to see who had the best sheepdogs. Those who won the trials would breed the winning dogs. The United States caught onto the sport in the 1970s. In 1987, a group of civic leaders and sheep ranchers in Meeker, Colo. developed the Meeker Classic Sheepdog Championship Trials held every September. Over the
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wenty years ago, Cathy Balliu turned her love for herding dogs into a fulltime affair. “I love herding, and I love talking about herding,” Balliu said. “There is a real sense of partnership and camaraderie between the handler and the dog. They are more than a pet. There is still a certain amount of affection for the dog, but you’ve created a team as well.” Balliu owns 10 acres in Fort Lupton, Colo., where she raises sheep, goats and ducks to train herding dogs – a skill that is instinctual among certain breeds, but can be learned by any. She has six Border Collies and a corgi that assist her on a daily basis. She will be bringing three or four of her Border Collies to the 2016 Four States Agricultural Expo. “Border Collies work very well around people and children, however, they can get stimulated by kids,” Balliu said. “So I will be choosing my dogs wisely.” The Border Collie breed is famous in the sport of sheepherding. Their breed is synonymous with job performance, such as agility, obedience and, of course, herding. They are also beneficial in stock herding as they are an all-around working dog.
The breed is known to be typically high strung, with dogs that don’t have an “off switch” – a definite myth according to Balliu. Other sheepherding myths she has come across are people who think their dogs will know exactly what to do by simply placing them in the field. “Herding dogs are instinctual, but you can’t turn them out and expect them to know what to do,” she said. “The ultimate test between a handler and their dog is working as a team.” In other words, the handler should expect a little training too. Balliu will be demonstrating herding with her own dogs, as well as providing instinct testing to interested parties. The dog must be nine months or older, and it does not have to be a herding breed. Any dog that shows an
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years, the event has grown to an international competition with more than 5,000 spectators annually, over $20,000 in prize money, and a waiting list of competitors. Over a five-day period, 125 dogs compete with their handlers. There are three days of preliminaries, followed by the semifinals, where 30 of the top dogs compete, and the finals consisting of 12 dogs. The object of the competition is to test the dogs’ ability to manage/maneuver the sheep in a calm, controlled manner through the course and finishing with penning the sheep. interest in the job can perform the task. During the testing, Balliu will be looking for any natural abilities the dog may already possess. The keystone of the preliminary steps is whether or not the dog can gather the animals and bring them to a focal point, which is usually the handler. “Working with herding dogs is extremely beneficial for someone like me. It definitely saves a lot of walking. If you are moving animals from a distance, they come in handy. Working with animals brings enrichment to your life. Plus, you don’t get much affection from a four-wheeler.” Balliu will be at the expo March 17 to 19. To sign up for private instruction or instinct testing prior to the expo, visit fourstatesagexpo.com.
Bull and Heifer Sale is an Expo tradition The 8th Annual All Breeds Bull and Heifer sale is the best little sale around. We don’t run hundreds through our sale each year, but we do run quality. At the Four States Ag Expo we have “Seed Stock Row,” where ranchers of the Four Corners area come and display their premium stock, letting others know that you don’t have to travel long distances to buy those bloodlines that will enhance your herd. We have taken this a step further when eight years ago, we wanted an outlet for people to not only buy but to sell this quality stock that we were showcasing. So we started the bull sale, which has proven year after year to bring in the best stock and the best buyers. Why? Because we have the best. The sale will be on Saturday, March 19 at 1 p.m. Drawings and door prizes will be given away during the sale. The variety of breeds and animals vary each year, so come in and check them out. In the barn, there are also fun activities for people who just like to look at these fantastic animals. – Radiance Beals
Ag Summit workshops
The Ag Summit is a great opportunity to learn and earn valuable certifications. This year, Four States Ag Expo Beef Quality Assurance Training will feature Libby Bigler with CSU Extension and Jim Keyes with USU San Juan County Extension. It will be held in the Ag Summit Room on Thursday March 17 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Attendees can get BQA-certified. The 4-hour workshop will include practical information on Best Management Practices encompassing cattle care and husbandry, feedstuffs, medications and feed additives, processing/treatment and records, and injectable animal health products. Low-stress cattle handling topics will be addressed by Keyes, of Monticello, Utah, who will provide an on-site cattle handling demonstration that will highlight cattle gathering, sorting, chute-side processing and loading. The workshop is guaranteed to provide practical, profit-enhancing tools and tips to take home to your operation. On Friday, March 18, Soil and Crop Management for Sustainable Farming in the Four Corners Region will be offered with presenter Abdel Berrada, with CSU Ag Experiment Station; David Nielsen, with USDA in Akron, Colo.; Kevin Larsen, with CSU; and Johnathan Holman, with KSU Ag Experiment Station. This event will be held in the Ag Summit Room from 9:45 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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in Agriculture School-to-Farm works to expand C.A.L.F. program By Rachel Segura
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he Montezuma School-to-Farm Project has taken over the Children’s Agricultural Learning Facility, otherwise known as C.A.L.F. This interactive experience for area kids has been a staple in the Four States Agricultural Expo for many years. The program focuses on agricultural education for school-aged children that is presented in all forms and fashions. With this year’s new direction, the C.A.L.F. program is hoping to expand their educational reach, open the doors to more field trip opportunities, and extend the age group of visitors. “This year, the MSTFP are doing things a little differently,” said Christine Foote, coordinator for the C.A.L.F. program and Americorps Vista systems coordinator for the Montezuma School-to-Farm Project. “We are working with our presenters more closely so they can develop a station that is grounded in academics relatable to the classroom. We wanted to create a well-rounded experience for both the children and the teachers.” The MSTFP is a carefully crafted concept, where Americorps employees and volunteers create educational opportunities for students in their respective school gardens. The school gardens allow teachers to incite learning by creating classroom lessons and lectures around the gardening process. Foote explained they wanted the C.A.L.F. program to reflect in much the same way. In the past, C.A.L.F. hosted kindergarten to fourth-grade classes during their allotted field trip day. Teachers elected to bring their students out to the expo so they could walk through informative stations regarding agriculture, water conservation, various animals, forestry, and more. This year the program is open all the way
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through to sixth graders. Teachers who are interested in streamlining lesson plans with the C.A.L.F. program are encouraged to sign up. “The (Four States Ag Expo) board has been very supportive of where we wanted to take the program,” Foote said. “They generally have around 300 kids visit the booths, and this year we are hoping for 600.” The designated field trip days will be on Thursday and Friday. There will be three main exhibits that the students will walk through. Each will have a presenter knowledgeable on a specific topic; animals, growing and homesteading. “We have presenters working with the corps so we can help them adapt their lessons for the various groups we will be getting. What takes 15 minutes for older kids could take 30 minutes for the younger ones.” The schedule so far consists of community experts in bee keeping, welding, goats, fiber, water conservation and horse driving, with the possibility of more added. Foote said these presenters are very passionate about their chosen subjects, and she is excited to see what they will bring to the event. “I’m also looking forward to seeing kids excited about learning new things. This will introduce them to a side of agriculture they may not have seen before.” Foote and other MSTFP members have been circulating the schools to visit with staff about setting up a field trip time for their classes. If any teachers are interested in attending the expo with their students, contact the Montezuma School-to-Farm Project at mstfpamericorps@gmail.com or call Foote at (856) 340-1655. Children who are not scheduled with a school are encouraged to visit the C.A.L.F. program exhibits at any time during the expo March 17 to 19.
Kids compete at FFA, 4-H, beef show
The annual FFA, 4-H and beef show competitions are popular sport for area ag kids. Livestock judging teams from a visiting town stop by the expo to judge animals that have been entered in the show. Along with building responsibility and accountability, presenting livestock also encourages children to exercise their public speaking and other life skills. Designated times for registration and contest will occur each day of the expo. Judging in the competitions covers novice, intermediate and advanced categories. Organizers enjoy these competitions for the opportunities it presents to many kids in the form of scholarships, awards and just plain fun. It takes lots of time and dedication for these kids to learn about, raise and ready their animal for competition. Most see it as a full-time sport, and use the expo as a starting point to usher their animal into larger statewide livestock competitions. For the 34th annual Four States Ag Expo, the FFA/4-H competition will be from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Judging will begin in the morning, followed by a lunch and the awards show. Kids who are entering animals are asked to register prior to the start of competition. The beef show will begin with registration at 7 a.m. on Saturday morning with the show to follow immediately after, ending at 1 p.m.
Pesticide workshops offered
Four States Ag Expo will offer a Pesticide Applicators Workshop and a Commercial Applicator Workshop. The pesticide workshop will be led by Thia Walker with CSU Extension and held on Thursday, March 17, in Classroom B from 9:15 a.m. to 1:35 p.m. All seven core CEC credits will be offered. The Commercial Applicator Category CEC Credits will be held Saturday, March 19, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Classroom B. The first presenter will be Claire Volk, with DOW AgroSciences, speaking on the environmental impacts of non-herbicidal weed control. Rangeland Weed Control CEC will be offered. The second presenter will be Dan Bean or Joel Price, from the Palisade Insectary, talking about Biological Pest Control. Ag Weeds CEC will be offered. Don Coram and Ellen Roberts will be in the Ag Summit Room from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
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Three Western musicians will ‘tell their stories’ at expo By Rachel Segura
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his year’s 34th Annual Four States Agricultural Expo will showcase several local musicians – all equally talented. First off, Mark Baker will start the three-day event with a selection of Western songs sure to lace the air with cowboy nostalgia. Baker is a preacher at the Southwest Cowboy Church in Lewis-Arriola, where they often house Western legends like Kristyn Harris, Barry Ward and Janet McBride – all names the Western music-loving community will recognize. Baker himself just released his first album of Western storytelling titled Third Generation, which he said was well received in Europe – especially Spain. “I think because of the agriculture in Spain and the way they ranch or farm helps them to relate to this particular type of music,” said Baker. “Western music is quite different from modern country.” Western music isn’t about a melody or a hook, it’s about a story. Lyrically, Western music stems from old West legends, places or people. Baker himself has written 15 Western songs. He has been playing the guitar since he was a young boy. “I like the storytelling aspect of Western music. It strikes a chord with people, and the classic songs are beloved by the cowboy community.” Baker will be singing a culmination of classics and his own songs during the expo weekend. Along with Baker, friend and fellow guitarist Donny Johnson will also be on stage offering a plethora of Western music as well.
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Johnson is a well-known guitar player in the community. He has played at the Sunflower Theatre in downtown Cortez and also provides entertainment for shoppers and vendors at the Cortez Farmers Market during the summer. He will be offering his guitar playing and singing all weekend as well. Lynne Belle Lewis, co-owner and operator of Rimrock Outfitters in Mancos will also be gracing the stage with her renditions of Western classics. She’s been playing the guitar since she was a teenager and relishes in the delight reflected in the audience. She performed last year at the Four States Ag Expo and always looks forward to the experience both as a performer and a spectator. “I love seeing everything the expo has to offer,” Lewis said. “The ranching side of it obviously appeals to me, so there’s always something to be seen. Those are just my type of people.” Lewis is also a well-known storyteller around the Montezuma County area, like the Ute Mountain Roundup Rodeo’s annual chuckwagon dinner. She mostly lends her voice to the guided horseback tours she and her husband provide. Rimrock Outfitters offers several different riding options for interested parties looking for a day in the back country. There she and husband Perry, sing and play together as entertainment for their clients. See Lewis, Johnson and Baker entertain the crowds at the Four States Agricultural Expo, March 17-19. For information on their stage times, please check the schedule on Pages 18-20.
Durango Silver Belles returns to the expo Returning to the Four States Agricultural Expo is the Durango Silver Belles Saloon Girls and Wild West Variety Show. The variety show features a group of dancing saloon girls, gunslingers and cowboy storytellers, who will be entertaining the crowds on Saturday, March 19 from 12 to 12:30 p.m. on the Main Building stage. Dressed in vibrant, historical saloon-girl attire, the performers will dance and jive to a show that is family-friendly and will be loved by all ages. There are seven women who will dance and sing to old Western songs. In between their act, a young gunslinger will perform entertaining acts, and a cowboy gentleman will tell a few tales. The performers are accompanied by a pianist and an emcee. End your weekend at the 34th Annual Four States Ag Expo with a jubilant, joyful act that is sure to put a smile on your face.
Interactive Family Fun
Four States Ag Expo Ag-tivities
Photo op!
Take fun selfies with the following. Then Post 5 or more on The Four States Ag Expo Facebook Page and win a prize. Come to the Info Booth!
Photo with A: 1. Person in Uniform 2. Black and White Horse 3. Board member of the expo 4. Wearing a John Deere hat sitting on a Kubota 5. Dirty truck 6. Tractor bigger than a truck 7. A Goat 8. Vendor in their booth 9. Person in a Cowboy hat Taller than you 10. with a Clinician: Carl, Mike, Brad or Cathy 11. Someone over 85. Smiling ;-) 12. A Bag of feed 13. Adult couple holding hands 14. A number 15. Of the most exciting thing at the Expo!
Adults! Let's have a little fun! A learn a little in the process. Bring to info booth to draw for prize!
1. How long has SWAG been a business? 2. How much is a new ½ ton Truck at the expo? 3. How much is a small garden size John Deer Tractor? 4. How much is the largest Tractor at SWAGs booth? 5. How old is The Four States Ag Expo? 6. Name of a vendor from Bayfield? 7. How many board members are on the Ag Expo Board? 8. What did you buy at the Ag Expo? 9. Name of an Ag Expo Board Member? 10. Name of one of the Draft Horses?
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ABC's in Agriculture
For our future farmers and ranchers! 5 and under.
Find all your ABC's at the Ag Expo. One letter per booth or item please! They can be found in words, or might just be out hanging out alone. Bring to info booth for a prize.
Where: ____________A ____________B ____________C ____________D ____________E ____________F ____________G ____________H ____________I ____________J ____________K ____________L ____________M ____________N ____________O ____________P ____________Q ____________R ____________S ____________T ____________U ____________V ____________W ____________X ____________Y ____________Z
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All Items on this list are subject to change, along with additions. Please check final schedule on the web and at the show. Thank you! See y'all Soon! Fourstatesagexpo.com EVENT
LOCATION
Random Chicken Chasing
Main Pavilion
9 am - 5 pm
Gates open & Vendors Open
Montezuma County Fairgrounds
9 am - 5 pm
C.A.L.F Children's Ag Learning Facility
C.A.L.F Barn
9 am - 5 pm
Cathy Balliu: Stock Dogs Private Lessons, Demos & Instinct Testing!
Stock Dog/ South Arena
9 am - 5 pm
Welding demonstrations through out the day. Carhart Customs Booth #74
Booth #74 across from the info Booth
9 am -10:20 am
Brad Barkemeyer: Reined Cow Horse Clinic
Equestrian Pavilion
9:15 am -1:35 pm
Pesticide Applicators Workshop Presenting Thia Walker with CSU Extension All 7 Core CEC Credits Offered! 9:15 – 10:15 Worker Protection Standard– How to comply with new regulations 10:20 – 11:20 A Guide to Choosing Sprayer Nozzles – BREAK 12:00 – 1:00 Protecting Pollinators is Still a Hot Issue – What’s Your Role? 1:05 – 1:35 Pesticide Exposure & Health Concerns – More information on the web page.
Classroom B
10:00 AM
Pedal tractor pull- Classes 3 & 4 year olds 5,6 &7 year olds
Stotz Equipment Booths #58-61
10 am - 1 pm
Carl Wood: Building a competition trail horse
Main Arena & Trail riding arena
10:15 am - 10:50
Conservation Seedlings – Making Trees Work for You Colorado State Forest Service
Ag Summit Room
10:35 am -11:55 am
Mike Brashear: Foundation to Finished Horsemanship: Overwhelmed from all the information and tools out there? Where to go from here.
Equestrian Pavilion
11 am - 11:30 am
do-terra: Essential Oils for Equines. Live info presentation in booth
Booth #12
High Noon
High Noon Shoot out
Out side Main Pavilion
12:10 pm - 1:30 pm
Brad Barkemeyer: Reined Cow Horse Clinic
Equestrian Pavilion
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Donnie Johnson
Main Building Stage
1 pm - 5 pm
Colorado Beef Quality Assurance Training and Certification. Hands on Demos. Get BQA Certified! More information on the web page
Ag Summit Room
1:45 pm - 3:05 pm
Mike Brashear: Foundation to Finished Horsemanship: Mechanical vs. Organic
Equestrian Pavilion
2:00 PM
Lynne Lewis
Main Building Stage
3:00 PM 3 pm - 3:30 pm
Pedal tractor pull- Classes 3 & 4 year olds 5,6 &7 year olds do-terra: Essential Oils for Livestock. Live info presentation in booth
Stotz Equipment Booths #58-61 Booth #12
3:15 PM
Mark Baker
Main Building Stage
3:20 pm - 5 pm
Carl Wood: Working Cattle 101
Equestrian Pavilion
4 pm - 5pm
Mutton Bustin 8 and under. Sign up at Ifa Cortez
Main Arena
Random Chicken Chasing
Main Pavilion
Friday March 18th
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Event
Location
9 am - 6 pm
Gates open & Vendors Open
Montezuma County Fairgrounds
9 am - 6 pm
C.A.L.F Children's Ag Learning Facility
C.A.L.F Barn
9 am - 6 pm 9 am -6 pm
Cathy Balliu: Stock Dogs Private Lessons, Demos & Instinct Testing! 4-H & FFA Livestock Judging Contest
Stock Dog/ South Arena Event Show Ring
9 am -6 pm Welding demonstrations through out the day. Carhart Customs 9 am 6 pm 4-H/FFA • 2016 Four Corners Agricultural ExpositionLivestock Guide Judging- Lunch and Reasons & Awards! The Award ceremony will take place back in the Event Show Ring (weather permitting)
Booth #74 Classroom A & B
2:00 PM
Lynne Lewis
Main Building Stage
3:00 PM 3 pm - 3:30 pm
Pedal tractor pull- Classes 3 & 4 year olds 5,6 &7 year olds do-terra: Essential Oils for Livestock. Live info presentation in booth
Stotz Equipment Booths #58-61 Booth #12
3:15 PM
Mark Baker
Main Building Stage
3:20 pm - 5 pm
Carl Wood: Working Cattle 101
4 pm - 5pm
Mutton Bustin 8 and under. Sign up at Ifa Cortez
Main Arena
Random Chicken Chasing
Main Pavilion
Friday March 18th
Friday, March 18
Equestrian Pavilion
Event
Location
9 am - 6 pm
Gates open & Vendors Open
Montezuma County Fairgrounds
9 am - 6 pm
C.A.L.F Children's Ag Learning Facility
C.A.L.F Barn
9 am - 6 pm 9 am -6 pm
Cathy Balliu: Stock Dogs Private Lessons, Demos & Instinct Testing! 4-H & FFA Livestock Judging Contest
Stock Dog/ South Arena Event Show Ring
9 am -6 pm 9 am - 6 pm
Welding demonstrations through out the day. Carhart Customs 4-H/FFA Livestock Judging- Lunch and Reasons & Awards! The Award ceremony will take place back in the Event Show Ring (weather permitting)
Booth #74 Classroom A & B
9 am - 4 pm
Soil and Crop Management for Sustainable Farming in the Four Corners Region Presenting Abdel Berrada with CSU Ag Experiment Station, David Nielsen with USDA in Akron, CO, Kevin Larsen with CSU, and Johnathan Holman with KSU Ag Experiment Station 9:45 – 10:00 – Introductions 10:00 – 10:30 – Abdel Berrada – Western SARE Cover Crop Project Update, Issues and challenges of Dry land Farming and the Role of Cover Crops 10:30 – 11:30 - David Nielsen – Dry land Soil Moisture Management 12:30 – 1:00 – Kevin Larsen – Cover Crop Research 1:15 – 2:15 – John Holman – Cover Crop Research in the Central Great Plains 2:30 – 4:00 – Panel Discussion. Panel will include Cover Crop Experts, Local Producers, and other Ag. Professionals
Ag Summit Room
9 am - 10:30 am
Brad Barkemeyer: Reined Cow Horse Clinic
Equestrian Pavilion
10 am - 1pm
Carl Wood: Intro to Reining and Ranch Riding
Main Arena & Trail Riding Arena
10:00 AM 10:45 am - 12:15 pm 11:00 AM 11 am - 11:30 am
Pedal tractor pull- Classes 3 & 4 year olds 5,6 &7 year olds Mike Brashear: Foundation to Finished Horsemanship: How to get the most out of your horse and minimize the stress. Mark Baker do-terra: Essential Oils for Equines. Live info presentation in booth
Stotz Equipment Booth #58-61 Equestrian Pavilion Main Building Stage Booth #12
HIGH NOON
4CASA Cherokee wind Kennels : Noon Treibball With: Clarence Hershberger & Echo, Elaine Eschtruth & Tacoma 12:30 Frisbee/Freestyle With: Jenni Berkman & Kelsa and Angel 1:00 Rally Obedience With: Elaine Eschtruth & Sienna, Kim Anderson & Rain 1:30 Nose Work With: Tracy Moriarty & Murphy 2:00 Allergy Alert With: Elizabeth Feazell 2:30 Dog Tricks With: Kim Anderson & Ice 3:00 Treibball With: Elaine Eschtruth & Tacoma Clarence, Hershberger and Echo 3:30 Obedience/Rally Obedience With: Kim Anderson & Ice/Rain 4:00 Agility With: Carol Newton & Rocket 4:30 Search and Rescue With: Kim Anderson & Allie Dogs will be allowed to come in and participate. High Noon Shoot Out
Out Side Main Pavilion
12:30 pm - 1: 30 pm
Donnie Johnson
Mail Building Stage
12:30 pm - 2 pm
Brad Barkemeyer: Reined Cow Horse Clinic
Equestrian Pavilion
Noon-4:30
2:15 pm - 3:45 pm
Mike Brashear: Foundation to Finished Horsemanship: K.I.S.S. (Keep It Super Simple)
Agility Dog Arena
Equestrian Pavilion
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Lynne Lewis
Main Building Stage
3:00 PM
Pedal tractor pull- Classes 3 & 4 year olds 5,6 &7 year olds
Stotz Equipment Booths #58-61
3 pm - 3:30
do-terra: Essential Oils for Livestock. Live info presentation in booth
Booth #12
4 pm - 6 pm
Drive To Ride Hosted by SWAG & STOTZ Equipment
Drive to Ride Course by main gate
4:00 PM
Mark Baker
Main Building Stage
4 pm - 6 pm
Carl Wood: "Fence Work Basics" with cattle and a Cutting Demonstration s
Equestrian Pavilion
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Mutton Bustin 8 and under. Sign up at Ifa Cortez
Main Arena
Saturday March 19th EVENT Random Chicken Chasing
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3 pm - 3:30
do-terra: Essential Oils for Livestock. Live info presentation in booth
Booth #12
4 pm - 6 pm
Drive To Ride Hosted by SWAG & STOTZ Equipment
Drive to Ride Course by main gate
4:00 PM
Mark Baker
Main Building Stage
4 pm - 6 pm
Carl Wood: "Fence Work Basics" with cattle and a Cutting Demonstration s
Equestrian Pavilion
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Mutton Bustin 8 and under. Sign up at Ifa Cortez
Main Arena
EVENT
LOCATION
Saturday, March 19
Saturday March 19th Random Chicken Chasing Main Pavilion 4CASA Cherokee wind Kennels : 9:00 Treibball With: Elaine Agility Dog Arena Cheek in For beef show. Beef show will follow Show Eschtruth & Tacoma 4CASA Cherokee wind Kennels : 9 am - 4 pm 9:00Ring Treibball With: Elaine Eschtruth & TacomaCounty Fairgrounds Clarence Hershberger and Echo 9 am - 5 pm Gates open & Vendors Open Montezuma Clarence Hershberger and Echo 9:30 Dog Tricks With: Kim Anderson and Ice 9 am - 5 pm C.A.L.F Children's Learning Facility C.A.L.F Barn 9:30 Dog Tricks With: Kim Anderson and Ice 10:00 Frisbee/Freestyle With:Ag Jenni Berkman & Kelsa/Angel 10:00 Frisbee/Freestyle With: Jenni Berkman & Kelsa/Angel 10:30 Rally With: Elaine Demos Eschtruth & Sienna 9 am - 5 pm Cathy Balliu: StockObedience Dogs Private Lessons, & Instinct Testing! Stock Dog/ South Arena 10:30 Rally Obedience With: Elaine Eschtruth & Sienna 11:00 Treibball Clarence With: Hershberger & Echo 9 am - 5 pm Welding demonstrations through out the day. Carhart Customs #74ClarenceBooth #74 across from the info 11:00Booth Treibball With: Hershberger & Echo 11:30 Nose Work With: Tracy Moriarty & Murphy11:30 Nose Work With: Tracy Moriarty & Murphy Booth 12:00 Frisbee/Freestyle With: Jenni Berkman & Kelsa/Angel 12:00 Frisbee/Freestyle With: Jenni Berkman & Kelsa/Angel 9 am - 4 pm 4CASA Cherokee wind Kennels :12:30 Break 9:00 Treibball With: Elaine Agility Dog Arena 12:30 9 am - 4 pm 4CASA Cherokee wind Kennels : 9:00 Treibball With: Elaine Agility DogBreak Arena Eschtruth & Tacoma 1:00 Agility&With: Carol Newton & Rocket 1:00 Agility With: Carol Newton & Rocket Eschtruth Tacoma ClarenceWith: Hershberger and Echo 1:30 Obedience Anderson & Ice/Rain 1:30 Obedience With: Kim Anderson & Ice/Rain Clarence Hershberger andKim Echo 9:30 Dog Tricks With:Tracy Kimand Anderson Ice 2:00 Nose Work With: Tracy Moriarty & Murphy 2:00 Nose Work Moriarty &and Murphy 9:30 Dog Tricks With: KimWith: Anderson Ice 10:00 2:30 Frisbee/Freestyle With: Jenni Berkman Kelsa/Angel 2:30 Allergy Alert Demo With: Elizabeth Feazell Allergy With: Elizabeth&Feazell 10:00 Frisbee/Freestyle With:Alert JenniDemo Berkman & Kelsa/Angel 10:30 Rally Obedience Elaine 3:00 Search and Rescue With: Kim Anderson & Allie 10:30 Rally Obedience With: ElaineWith: Eschtruth & Eschtruth Sienna 3:00 Search and Rescue With: Kim Anderson&&Sienna Allie 3:30 Rally/Obedience With: Elaine Eschtruth & Tacoma/Sienna 11:00 Clarence TreibballWith: Clarence With:Eschtruth Hershberger & Echo 11:00 Treibball Hershberger & Echo & Tacoma/Sienna 3:30 Rally/Obedience With: Elaine Kim Anderson & Rain/Ice 11:30 Nose Work With: Tracy Moriarty & Murphy 11:30 Nose Work With: Tracy Moriarty & Murphy Kim Anderson & Rain/Ice 4:00 Agility With: Carol Newton & Rocket 12:00 Frisbee/Freestyle With: Jenni Berkman & Kelsa/Angel 12:00 Frisbee/Freestyle With: Jenni Berkman & Kelsa/Angel 4:00 Agility With: Carol Newton & Rocket Dogs will be allowed to come in and participate. 12:30 Break12:30 Break Dogs will be9allowed to come in andMike participate. amNewton - 10:45 amRocket Brashear: Foundation to Finished Horsemanship: How to prepare your 1:00 Agility With: Carol & 1:00 Agility With: Carol Newton & Rocket 9 am - 10:45 am Mike Brashear: Foundation to Finished Horsemanship: How to prepare your Equestrian Pavilion horse for hobbles and when to use them 1:30 Obedience With: Kim Anderson & Ice/Rain 1:30horse Obedience With:and Kimwhen Anderson &them Ice/Rain for hobbles to use 9 am noon Carl Wood: "Competing in Versatility Ranch Horse" 2:00 Nose Work With: Tracy Moriarty & Murphy 2:00 Nose "Competing Work With: Tracy Moriarty & Murphy 9 am - noon Carl Wood: in Versatility Ranch Horse" Main Arena & Trail riding arena 2:30 Allergy Alert Demo With: Elizabeth Feazell 10 amDemo - 11 am Lynne Lewis 2:30 Allergy Alert With: Elizabeth Feazell 3:00 Search and Rescue With: Kim Anderson & Allie 10 am - 11 am Lynne Lewis Main Arena Stage 3:00 Search and Rescue With: Kim Anderson & Allie
9 am - 4 pm 7:00 am - 1 pm
3:30 Rally/Obedience With: Elaine & Tacoma/Sienna 10 amEschtruth - 12:30 pm Senator Ellen Roberts and Representative Don Coram 3:30 Rally/Obedience With: Elaine Eschtruth & Tacoma/Sienna Kim Anderson & Rain/Ice 10 am - 12:30 pm Senator Ellen Roberts and Representative Coram Ag Summit Room1st will be: 10Anderson am - 2 pm &Don Kim Rain/Ice Commercial Applicator Category CEC Credits 4:00 Agility With: Carol Newton & Rocket Claire Volk, with DOW AgroSciences, her speech will be titled, environmental 4:00 Agility With: Carol Newton & Rocket 10 am - 2 pm Commercial Applicator CECparticipate. Credits 1st will be: Classroom B Dogs will be allowed toCategory come in and impacts of non-herbicidal weed control. 2nd will be: Dan Bean or Joel Dogs be allowed toher come in and participate. 9 am - 10:45 am Mike Brashear: Foundation towill Finished Horsemanship: How to prepare yourenvironmental Equestrian Pavilion Claire Volk, with DOW AgroSciences, speech will be titled, Price from the Palisade Insectary, talking about Biological Pest Control. horse for hobbles and to use them2nd will be: impacts of non-herbicidal weed control. Dan or Joel 9 am - 10:45 am Mike Brashear: Foundation towhen Finished Horsemanship: How toBean prepare your Equestrian More information on the web pagePavilion 9 am - noon Carl from Wood:the "Competing inhobbles Versatility Ranch Horse" Main Arena & Trail riding arena Price Palisade Insectary, talking about Biological Pest Control. horse for10:15 and when to use them am - 10:50 Conservation Seedlings – Making Trees Work for You Colorado State Forest More information the webRanch page Horse" amam - noon Carl Wood: "Competing in on Versatility Main Arena & Trail riding arena 10 am 9- 11 Lynne Lewis Main Arena Stage Service 10:15 am 10:50 Conservation Seedlings – Making Trees Work for You Colorado State Forest Classroom A . Live info 11 am -11:30 am do-terra: Fido & Felix Make & Take (small fee applies) am pm - 11 am Senator Ellen Roberts and Representative Don Lynne Lewis Main Arena Stage 10 am -10 12:30 Coram Ag Summit Room presentation in booth Service am - 12:45 pmDon Brad Barkemeyer: ReinedB Cow Horse 10 10 am - 2 pm Commercial Applicator Category CEC Credits will be: . Live Classroom 11 am am do-terra: Fido &and Felix11 - Make & Take (small fee1st applies) info BoothClinic #12 --11:30 12:30 am pm Senator Ellen Roberts Representative Coram Ag Summit Room Claire Volk, with DOW AgroSciences, her will in bebooth titled,4H environmental presentation 11speech am -1 pm Hoofbeats Horse show: Walk, trot, lope, reining class. & Bareback 10 am - 2 pm Commercial Applicator Category CEC Classroom B weedBarkemeyer: control. 2nd willCredits be: Dan BeanClinic or Joel 1st will be: Jackpot! 11 am - 12:45 pm impacts of non-herbicidalBrad Reined Cow Horse Equestrian Pavilion Volk, with DOW AgroSciences, her speech Pest will be titled, environmental PriceClaire from the Palisade Insectary, talking about Biological Control. amtrot, -12:15 pm Mark Baker Main Arena 11 am -1 pm 4Himpacts Hoofbeats Horse show:11:15 Walk, class. Bareback ofMore non-herbicidal weed control. 2nd will be: &Dan Bean or Joel information on the weblope, pagereining Jackpot! 10:15 am - 10:50 Conservation Seedlings – Making Trees Work for You Colorado State Forest Classroom A Price from the Palisade Insectary, talking about Biological PestHigh Control. 12:00 PM Noon Shoot out & Durango Silver Bells Service More information on the web page 11:15 am -12:15 pm Mark Baker Main Stage 11 am10:15 -11:30am am- 10:50 do-terra: Fido & Felix - Make & Take (small fee Work applies) Live Colorado info Booth #12 Conservation Seedlings –12:45 Making for. You State Forest Donnie pm -Trees 1:45 pm Johnson Classroom A presentation in booth 12:00 PM High Noon Shoot out & Durango Silver Bells main 1:00 Service PM All Breeds BullOutside and Heifer Salepavilion & Main 11 am - 12:45 pm Brad Barkemeyer: Reined Cow Horse Clinic Equestrian PavilionBuilding Stage
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Mark Baker 1:30 pm - 2:15 pm
Main8Stage Mutton Bustin and under. Finals!!
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301 302 303 304 305 306 307 308 309 310 311 312 313 314 315
EQUESTRIAN PAVILION
Mike Brashear Carl Wood
Brad Barkemeyer Four Corners Cutting and Reining
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FAIRGROUNDS outside N
Main Pavilion Booths 1-76 Classrooms on 2nd Floor See Main Pavilion Map for Layout
OUTSIDE BOOTHS
702
FOOD
703
704
60 x 35
705
60 x 35
706
60 x 35
707
60 x 35
60 x 35
Shuttle & Fire Lane 708
709
60 x 40
710
60 x 40
729
55 x 60
723
55 x 60
730
70 x 60
731
55 x 60
733
732
55 x 60
724
40 x 60
40 x 60
70 x 60
Shuttle Lane
725
40 x 60
734
40 x 60
715
40 x 40
726
40 x 60
735
40 x 60
727
40 x 40
40 x 60
736
TO SOUTH ARENA
739
FOOD
314
303
100’ x 60’ Arena
304
305
737
302
FOOD
315
Booth Sizes are 10 x 15
Bleachers
301
313
312 311
307
310
308
309
740 FOOD
Bleachers
306
TO PUBLIC PARKING
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754
742
753
743
752
744
751
745
750
746
749
747
748
To North Arena and Main (Rodeo) Arena
FOOD
C.A.L.F
Seed Stock Sale
Children's Agricultural Learning Facility
12 x 12 Pens See Sale Terms
Pavilion
401
411
412
422
402
410
413
421
403
409
414
420
404
408
415
419
405
407
416
418
406
718
40 x 40
Outside Display
40 x 60
738
741
40 x 40
Area Reserved for
Shuttle Lane
Event Pavilion
717
716
40 x 40
Stairs
728
55 x 60
722
55 x 60
714
40 x 40
60 x 40
Ramp
721
720
713
712
60 x 40
Hillside (42’) 55 x 60
701
Shuttle Lane
711
60 x 40
See Booth & Pen Price List
Main Entrance
SPECIALTY PAVILIONS
Show Ring Covered, Not enclosed. Drawing not to scale.
417
ALL MAPS NOT TO SCALE
NOTE: booth reservation list available on website: www.fourstatesagexpo.com or by calling: 970.529.3486
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23 x 25
54
23 x 25
40
23 x 25
Stairs
(Classrooms Upstairs)
Fairgrounds Office
69
30 x 30
55
15 x 25
41
15 x 15
10 x 15
25
6
10 x 15
Restrooms
70
30 x 30
56
15 x 25
42
15 x 15
43
15 x 10
57
20 x 25
20 x 15
10 x 10
26
15 x 10
28
27
9
15 x 10
8
10 x 10
15 x 10
7
Kitchen
71
30 x 30
58
15 x 25
44
15 x 15
10 x 10
29
10
10 x 10
11
59
15 x 25
45
15 x 15
15 x 10
30
15 x 10
Cafeteria
See Booth & Pen Price List
20 x 30
60
20 x 25
46
20 x 15
10 x 10
31
12
3
10 x 10
1
10 x 10
10 x 10
72
Main Pavilion
Info Booth
61
20 x 25
47
10 x 10
33
14
10 x 10
(Classrooms Upstairs)
To Stairs
20 x 15
20 x 30
73
10 x 15
32
13
10 x 10
4
10 x 10
2
10 x 10
62
15 x 25
48
15 x 15
63
15 x 25
49
74
64
15 x 25
50
15 x 10
36
17
15 x 10
15 x 15
25 x 30
10 x 10
35
16
65
15 x 25
51
15 x 15
66
15 x 25
52
15 x 10
38
19
15 x 10
15 x 15
25 x 30
75
10 x 10
37
18
10 x 10
76
25 x 30
15 x 10
39
20
15 x 10
68
20 x 10
67
20 x 10
53
20 x 10
21
20 x 10
Booth Dimensions are shown as width x depth Map for reference only, not to scale Booths 1- 4 on concrete; all others on packed dirt 16’ overhead doors closed during Expo Indicates visitor entrances
10 x 10
15 x 15
10 x 10
34
15
10 x 10
Notes:
Storage
Bucking Chutes & Pens
23
15 x 20
22
15 x 20
fairgrounds inside
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