2022 OBDAA Annual Picnic

and picking out the favourites. A common theme that would continue through the tour...the Shelbramack herd is quiet!

We made our way to the back pasture to view the main herd next. A quick call and the bang of a grain pail had us soon surrounded by an impressive group of females and the senior herdsire, Pleasant Valley Batman. Shane explained their focus on feet and leg structure in the herd and it was evident that the cattle were built right, from the ground up. By far the most common observation was the udder quality throughout the herd. Even cows in their teens were carrying tidy, well shaped, good milking udders. From a breeding program standpoint, it was obvious that Shelbramack has a clear goal of what kind of cattle they want to produce and their breeding choices are working to make those animals! A crowd favourite was Butternut Claire Bear, a West Winds Tommy daughter out of a Charlie Brown cow. The feedback from the crowd was so positive that the Bakers selected her as their Cream of the Crop consignment.

The new grill was fired up and a spread fit for royalty hit the table. A few refreshments and buttertarts were enjoyed along with lots more catching up! Tough to pick a favourite part as we indulged in the feast; the view, the designer relish, the peameal on the burgers?? The ever-popular mini auction was next on the agenda and, once again, brought as much laughter as it did money! Dave McNevan led the charge as our auctioneer for the event. Volume buyer was Douglas Ingelton and thankfully Tyler showed up just in time to truck all of his purchases home for him! When the dust settled, and the laughs subsided $1680 was raised for the Association! Thank you to our hosts Shane, Nicole, Braeden, Mackenzie, and Shelby and to everyone who was able to join in for the day. It’s always great to see the Blonde Family spirit is still alive and well. Looking forward to seeing everyone in 2023!