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WYOMING STATE FAIR It’s a Wyoming Tradition – That’s WY Aug. 15-18, 2018 • Douglas, Wyoming
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he Wyoming State Fair is returning to Douglas for its 106th year, and a funfilled four-day event is planned to capture the best of fair for attendees and celebrating the theme “It’s a Wyoming Tradition – That’s WY.” After working with stakeholders since the 2017 fair, an action-packed schedule was developed to include all the youth events that make the fair great while also creating a more active, busy fairgrounds each day of the event. “Our schedule this year offers more activity each day of the fair, which will provide a more exciting fair experience that requires fewer days away from home for exhibitors and vendors from across the state,” says Wyoming State Fair Director James Goodrich. Admission to the fairgrounds from Wednesday, Aug. 15 through Saturday, Aug. 18 is $2 per person. Children 5 years of age and under are free with paid adult admission. Season commemorative admissions pins are available for $10, and 100th Anniversary
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Buckle, Pin and bracelet holders get free gate admission. This year, Converse County Day will be Wednesday, Aug. 15, and admission will be reduced for Converse County residents. Pepsi Can Day, to be announced later, will allow one free admission per family with a can of Pepsi. The fairgrounds will be open Wednesday, Aug. 15 through Saturday, Aug. 18. Gate 1 is open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Gates 3 and 4 will be open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Will Call tickets are available from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Gate 1. Each night of the Wyoming State Fair, family-oriented evening events will be held in the Ford Grandstand Arena, while livestock shows, youth events, free entertainment and more will keep fairgoers entertained during the day. Wyomingites young and old, near and far, as well as visitors from across the country, are invited to Douglas to celebrate the 106th Wyoming State Fair, because “It’s a Wyoming Tradition – That’s WY!”
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CELEBRATION OF WYOMING
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elcome to the 106th ranchers provide food and other Wyoming State Fair valuable products to the country and Rodeo and to Douglas! This and the world. They also provide town has been welcoming fairgoopen spaces, wildlife habitat, hisers since the Fair moved here in toric building and alluring land1905. This year, as always, Wyoscapes that benefit tourism, natuming hospitality, support of the ral resource health and the excelFair and community spirit are on lent quality of life Wyoming has display in Douglas. Please join my become known for. wife Carol and me in saying thank Please be sure to congratulate the you to all, including the many volcontestants as you explore the fairunteers and sponsors, who work grounds. Many are kids who have year-round to make the fair a sucput in countless hours of hard work cess. on their projects. Others are young The State Fair is a celebration adults who are honing their rodeo of Wyoming – a state with deep and other skills. These children and roots in agriculture. For example, young people are our future leadthe ranching legacy in my famers. GOV. MATT MEAD ily runs through four generations. Thank you for attending and supStarting with my great-grandparents in Teton County, porting the Wyoming State Fair and Rodeo. My family then my grandparents, my mother and my generation, and I wish you the best. we have been a ranching family for over 100 years. Matthew H. Mead Wyoming is proud of its ag heritage. Farmers and Governor
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WYOMING STATE FAIR SCAVENGER HUNT Enjoy the Wyoming State Fair to the fullest! Find these must-see items located throughout the Wyoming State Fairgrounds to see the best the fair has to offer Find the historic, petrified wood tree trunk that symbolized the 100th year of the Wyoming State Fair and Rodeo. Wyomingites show off their talent in the general exhibit buildings. Decide which quilt is your favorite in the home arts department. FFA history is displayed in the Wyoming FFA Museum. Look back in time in the museum in the FFA exhibit hall. Equine activities are held throughout the week of the Wyoming State Fair at the Pepsi Equine Center. Be sure to check out Mustang Days, youth horse shows and more at the Equine Center. Sheep wagons represent Wyoming’s vast sheep industry. Take a peek inside the wagon that sheepherders live in. Grab dinner, a cold beverage or sweet treat at the Midway and Food Court. Buy the finest Wyoming-made goods at the Wyoming Mercantile.
Learn more about the world’s most versatile fiber in the Wool Barn at the end of the Midway. Strawberry pancakes are among the notable items served by the Rotary Food Booth. Jewelry, clothing, gifts and more are available in the Vyve Commercial Exhibit Building. Get a bird’s eye view of the Wyoming State Fairgrounds from the Crabtree Carnival Ferris Wheel. See the best of Wyoming’s youth beef projects in the Beef Barn. Explore hog and sheep projects, and watch 4-H and FFA members compete in the Tri-State G&T Show Center. Cool off and take a look inside the agriculture industry inside the Roundup Tent. Continue to explore the Wyoming State Fair! Come back to the Roundup Tent and tell us what your favorite part of the Wyoming State Fair is – that wasn’t included in the scavenger hunt – for the chance to win a Roundup cap!
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he Wyoming State rodeo, the crowning of Miss Fair is here again, Rodeo Wyoming, a fanand I wanted to take this tastic concert, the Demoliopportunity to welcome tion Derby and more in the everyone to Douglas for grandstands. the 106th Wyoming State Outside the grandFair. The Wyoming State stands and youth compeFair is an important tratitions, we will have vendition of our state. It’s the dors selling all sorts of fare, place we showcase the a trade show with booths agricultural products, culfull of information and free ture and heritage of our entertainment throughout state and people, young the week on our beautiful and old, from all over fairgrounds. Wyoming come to com Above all, I encourDOUG MIYAMOTO pete. We strive to provide age you to take some time to a great venue for agriwalk the barns and exhibit Wyoming Department culture, youth competihalls and visit with some of Agriculture Director tion and education on the of the participants here at grounds while maintainthe fair. Learn more about ing a family friendly, affordable event so famitheir animals and projects and you will see the lies from all over Wyoming can come enjoy the amount of time and effort these competitors put activities, agriculture industry and more here at into their work. Their hard work, dedication and the fair. knowledge will help you walk away from the This year, we are excited to have a more fair with a deeper understanding of the agriculaction-packed and busy schedule for the Wyoture industry in Wyoming and a little more conming State Fair, which will run from Aug. fidence that the future of Wyoming is bright. 15-18. The condensed schedule will increase Along with this, another exciting new daily activity on the grounds for the duration of opportunity for the Wyoming State Fair is the the fair, while shortening the time away from Wyoming State Fair Endowment Fund. Thanks home for families, vendors and young people to the hard work of the legislature and induswho participate. All of the 4-H and FFA competry partners this past session, the Wyoming State titions that have traditionally been a part of the Fair now has the framework for a consistent fair are included in the new schedule, and we funding source for the future of the fair. As the continue to focus on youth competition and the endowment account grows, the funds available agricultural heritage of Wyoming held in a fesfor the Fair will continue to grow and subsetive environment. While change can be difficult, quently, ensure future funding for the Wyoming we think this new schedule helps modernize the State Fair. After more than 100 years of success Wyoming State Fair and will be the beginning at the Wyoming State Fair, the Wyoming State of developing a more exciting event in the comFair Endowment was established to make sure ing years. the fair flourishes for the next 100 years. If you The Wyoming State Fair staff and numerous are interested in donating, visit wystatefair.org others are dedicated to making the 106th celefor more information. bration a memorable event for all who attend. Finally, a lot of hard work has been put into Countless hours have been spent planning this planning this event and preparing these grounds, event and preparing the grounds for the best and I’m confident you will all have a great time. possible experience at the Wyoming State Fair. I look forward to seeing you at the 106th WyoThis year, we will see activity in the grandstands ming State Fair. each day of the fair at affordable prices with the Doug Miyamoto State Finals Ranch Rodeo, two nights of PRCA Wyoming Department of Agriculture Director 2018 Wyoming State Fair and Rodeo Program Guide
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WELCOME TO THE WYOMING STATE FAIR
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n behalf of all our staff and supporters, thank you for joining us this year for the 106th and to be part of a proud tradition in Wyoming – the State Fair and Rodeo. We continue to evaluate our activities and attractions to keep pace with the changing priorities of the people of Wyoming, focusing ahead in a manner that will not jeopardize our core of long-standing traditions as we take our events and programs into the future. Youth programs, rodeo, home arts, livestock and horse competitions and the overall “fair experience” are all important elements that make up this unique blend of what we offer. Over and over we hear about traditions disappearing from our lives. We’re shifting those traditions around somewhat but, in doing so, helping to ensure their survival. A different approach to some of our agricultural competitions will facilitate more support from the grassroots level and allow those stakeholders to control their own pathway toward producing successful events. Already, we are
seeing participation from sectors of the agriculture community to help keep the spirit of their producers and benefits of their products on the forefront. We look forward to producing the annual state fair with help from supporting organizations in the coming years to maintain a renewed spirit and to offer quality, exciting opportunities to our core supporters and newcomers alike. With many, many activities and events held during a shorter time period this year, there is more to see and more ways to participate during a daily visit than in years past. Numerous pre-fair events will be taking place leading up to a fast-paced, action-packed schedule that promises to be worth the visit, and yet, our fairgrounds and some events still offer a slower-paced, shade tree atmosphere to connect with those we sometimes only see once a year during fair time. It’s a Wyoming tradition – that’s WY! James Goodrich Wyoming State Fair and Rodeo Director
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ENDOWMENT TO SUPPORT WYOMING STATE FAIR IN THE FUTURE
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uring the 2018 session of the Wyoming Legislature, Rep. Bill Henderson (R-Cheyenne) introduced a bill to create an endowment for the Wyoming State Fair. The endowment was created with the goal of providing a more stable and consistent funding avenue for the future of the Wyoming State Fair. “The concept of an endowment is simple and has been around for a long time,” Henderson says. “This endowment provides a tremendous opportunity for the Wyoming State Fair.” The bill provides for matching funds up to $100,000 as seed money from the General Fund to start the endowment. Donations to the endowment from local communities, businesses, individuals and non-profits are encouraged and will be matched by the Wyoming State Treasurer up to $100,000. Along with this, a penny of every dollar of revenue from the Wyoming State Fair in the off-season will go into the endowment to help it grow. As the money in the account earns interest, 25 percent of the funds will go to the Wyoming State Fair to operate the fair and grounds, with
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the remaining 75 percent being put back into the Endowment to continue building the account. The matching funds for the endowment must be collected by June 30, 2020, but Henderson says, “The sooner we get this going and the sooner we raise the money, the sooner we have to continue to build the state fair.” Further, he said, future funding requests from the legislature may be possible if matching funds are raised. “People can donate to the endowment by mailing funds to Wyoming State Fair Endowment, PO Box 10, Douglas, WY 82633 or by visiting wystatefair.com and using their online donation form,” Henderson adds. “We are excited about this opportunity and hope you are as well. After more than 100 years of success at the Wyoming State Fair, the WSF endowment was established to make sure the fair survives and flourishes for the next 100 years,” says the Wyoming State Fair. “As the account grows, the funds available for the fair will continue to grow and subsequently, ensure future funding for the Wyoming State Fair.”
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Before the Fair 3 p.m.
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2 p.m.
Ft. Fetterman Remount Horse Sale Preview (Silver Arena)
6 p.m.
Ft. Fetterman Remount Horse Sale (Pepsi Equine Center)
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Saturday, Aug. 11
8 a.m.
Dutch Oven Cook-off Judging (Energy Lane)
10 a.m.
Sheep Wagon Show Awards (Energy Lane)
Tuesday, Aug. 14
6 a.m.-3 p.m.
Vortex Extreme Event (Wagonhound Ranch)
10 a.m.
Kidz and Kars Fair Parade (Wyoming State Fairgrounds)
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On Friday, Aug. 10, the Ft. Fetterman Remount Horse Sale, a horse sale you won’t want to miss, comes to the Wyoming State Fair Pepsi Equine Center for its eighth annual sale. Page 19 provides more details about the sale where some of the best proven ranch and rodeo performance horses are up for bid.
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VORTEX EXTREME EVENT
A new event this year in the run-up to the Wyoming State Fair, Vortex Optics, Strategic Match Designs and the Wyoming Department of Agriculture have collaborated to bring the 2018 Vortex Extreme Shooting Competition to Wyoming. This event, which is detailed on page 20, pits teams of two against each other in a seven-mile race and shooting competition.
KIDZ AND KARS FAIR PARADE
Sponsored by the Douglas Lion’s Club, the Kidz and Kars Fair Parade will be held on the Wyoming State Fairgrounds on Wednesday, Aug. 10 at 10 a.m. The parade will begin at the main entrance of Cowboy Drive and Brownfield Road, and line-up will start at 8 a.m. The parade ends at the Ruthe James Williams Building. Youngsters of all ages are encouraged to take part and dress up their bikes to join in the parade fun.
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SHEEP WAGON CONTEST
The traditions of Wyoming’s sheep industry will be showcased as people with sheep wagons bring their century-old wagons to the Wyoming State Fair, along with the latest in sheep wagon technology. Prizes are awarded to contestants in five divisions based on the age and state of restoration of the wagon. Learn more about the contest on page 21.
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DUTCH OVEN COOK-OFF
With sheep wagons in the background, skilled chefs will create their tastiest western breakfast pastry – be it donuts, cinnamon rolls, sugar biscuits or others – in a traditional openfire, western-style contest. The event will be judged during cooking time on Sunday, Aug. 12, with cooking to be completed by 8 a.m.
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nce again, we are excited to have put together a select group of horsemen who raise and train quality ranch and rodeo performance horses with outstanding bloodlines who have been invited to participate in the Eighth Annual Ft. Fetterman Remount Horse Sale,” says Laurie Boner, who hosts the sale with the help of a talented sale committee. The sale, set for 6 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 10, with a preview at 2 p.m., will be held at the Pepsi Equine Center. A top horse competition will be held immediately following the preview. More than 35 head are expected at the 2018 sale, with something for everyone. “We have an outstanding lineup of proven
ranch and performance horses, upcoming prospects and quality broodmares in this year’s offering,” she continues. “Come prepared to find what you’re looking for.” Boner says ranch horses have been ridden to drag calves to the fire, gather and sort cattle, doctor, rope and more, while the rodeo performance horses are exceptional stock, including several seasoned money-earners. “These horses will prove themselves to you over and over again, whether you’re working on the ranch or competing for that championship,” she comments. Visit remountsale.com for more information or a sale catalog for the Ft. Fetterman Remount Horse Sale.
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BEFORE THE FAIR
VORTEX EXTREME SHOOTING COMPETITION MAKES WYOMING DEBUT
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mmediately before the Wyoming State Fair, on Friday, Aug. 10 and Saturday, Aug. 11, a unique hunting-inspired, team-based shooting competition will make its debut on Wagonhound Ranch outside of Douglas. The 2018 Vortex Extreme Shooting Competition is a contest “where endurance and accuracy meet.” During the event, teams of two carrying bolt action or modern sporting rifles will navigate mountain terrain and shoot multiple targets from distances of 400 yards to up to one mile. “The spirit of this event sets it apart,” says Gov. Matt Mead. “Hunters and longrange shooters challenge themselves, hone their skills and have a good time doing it. I am pleased
that Vortex and Strategic Match Designs have partnered with the Wyoming State Fair and Wagonhound Ranch for this world-class event.” Mark Boardman of Vortex Optics says, “From long-range hunters and Precision Rifle Series competitors to military and law enforcement snipers, we all love shooting. This event is about great comradery, helping one another improve and a shared passion for long-range shooting.” Mead adds, “Events that support partnerships of private landowners and quality companies create opportunities for everyday sportsmen and sportswomen, agriculture and the state.” To sign up or for more information, visit vortexoptics.com/vortex_extreme. Those interested in spectating may do so, as well. The race begins between 6:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 11, with teams launching in waves. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. that day, lunch, rest and a product demonstration will be held, with the awards ceremony set for 2:30 p.m. at the Wagonhound Ranch in Douglas.
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Sheep wagons, chuck wagons and Dutch ovens will draw attendees to the Wyoming State Fairgrounds on Sunday, Aug. 12, before livestock and other activities kick off later in the week.
SHEEP WAGON CONTEST
The Wyoming State Fair takes pride in offering a special showcase of Wyoming’s agriculture industry and history – the sheep wagon show and contest. A unique part of western history, the sheep wagon is an essential part of the sheep industry that has been alive for over 130 years. The contest brings sheep wagons – both original, unaltered wagons, restored wagons, restored working wagons and new sheep wagons – from across the region to compete headto-head for prizes. Wagons must be in place by Saturday, Aug. 11, at 2 p.m., and judging will be held at 3 p.m. Awards will be presented on Sunday, Aug. 12 at 10 a.m. While the event is held before the fair, sheep wagons will be present throughout the week, and the public is encouraged to visit and
check out how sheepherders lived in the past and today. A full camp set-up is optional for sheep wagons, so the event is sure to please crowds.
DUTCH OVEN COOK-OFF
The smell of sweet treats will waft across the Wyoming State Fairgrounds on Sunday, Aug. 12, as entrants in the Dutch oven cook-off prepare a western breakfast pastry oven on an open fire. The western-style cooking event will be judged during cooking, and the event will be held in conjunction with the sheep wagon contest. Cooking must be completed by 8 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 12. Three places will be awarded in the contest with both cash prizes and rosettes awarded to the winners.
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he opening and closing parades will once again be hosted by the Douglas Lions Club, with the Kidz and Kars Parade taking place at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 11 through the Midway in the Wyoming State Fairgrounds. The parade will begin at the main entrance
of Cowboy Drive and Brownfield Road, and line-up will start at 8 a.m. Youngsters of all ages are encouraged to take part and dress up their bikes to join in the parade fun. On the final full day of the fair, on Saturday, Aug. 18, the 106th Wyoming State Fair Parade will bring fun and excitement to the city streets beginning at 10 a.m. Check-in for the parade will run from 8-9:30 a.m. that morning at Fifth and Hamilton Streets, although early check-in will be available at Douglas Tire Center. The route for the parade will run from Hamilton Street north down Fourth Street, then turn West onto Center and end at First Street. Prizes will be awarded to the best float in the parade, including cash prizes for floats in the youth, adult, service/non-profit, wagon and collector cars vehicle divisions. Political and marching band categories are also available but will not be eligible to receive prizes. Don’t miss the parade fun at the Wyoming State Fair.
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Wednesday, Aug. 15 Morning Schedule 9 a.m.
4-H Cat Show and Showmanship Contest (Location TBA)
Weigh Youth Market Swine and Youth Market Goats
PRCA Steer Roping (Ford Grandstand)
11 a.m.
Vendors Open
10 a.m.
Official Opening Ceremonies (Ag Hall)
Crabtree Carnival Opens – Youth Day
Open Class Home Arts Exhibit Buildings Open
Youth Horse Show Halter Classes, followed by Youth Horse Show Performance (English), followed by Youth Horse Show Programmed Ride (Horse Arenas)
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CAT SHOW
With 4-Hers from a wide variety of backgrounds, the Cat Show provides an opportunity for both urban and rural young people through the state to bond with and show off their feline friends and their knowledge of cats, in general. The 4-H Cat Show and Showmanship Contest will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 15 at 9 a.m. Flip to page 28 for more information about the Cat Show and the other small animal shows at the Wyoming State Fair.
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PRCA STEER ROPING
Rodeo events during the Wyoming State Fair open on Wednesday, Aug. 15 at 9 a.m. with the Professional Rodeo Cowboy’s Association (PRCA) Steer Roping in the Ford Grandstand Arena. Fair attendees have a second chance to catch the best of ropers in the state at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 18 in the Silver Arena. Get the rundown on all the rodeo events at the Wyoming State Fair on page 85. 26
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WYOMING STATE FAIR OPENING CEREMONIES
The Wyoming State Fair officially kicks off at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 15 with the event’s official opening ceremonies. This year, the opening ceremonies will be held in the Ag Hall. During the ceremony, the Wyoming State Fair Director and Wyoming Department of Agriculture Director will offer remarks.
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YOUTH HORSE SHOWS
4-H and FFA members from around the state advance to the Wyoming State Fair to compete against their contemporaries in a wide range of horse events. From halter classes to performance, 4-H and FFA members will compete in Western and English showmanship, trail and programmed ride classes, as well as timed and stock events. More information can be found on page 30.
CRABTREE CARNIVAL
The family-owned and managed Crabtree Amusements will bring their carnival back to the Wyoming State Fair this year. With the philosophy of providing a safe, enjoyable, funfilled environment, the Crabtree Carnival will be open from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Wednesday Aug. 15 to Friday, Aug. 17 and 11 a.m. to Midnight on Saturday, Aug. 18. Wristbands are available daily, or a mega pass may be purchased to ride for the entire fair. Learn more about the carnival on page 31.
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GENERAL EXHIBITS
Four exhibit halls on the Wyoming State Fairgrounds serve to showcase the work of Wyoming’s artists and craftsmen, as well as 4-H and FFA youth. Ft. Casper and Ft. Reno display the projects of 4-H members, including sewing, quilting, photography, visual arts woodworking and more. The FFA Exhibit Hall provides the opportunity for FFA members to display their agronomy, ag mechanics projects and more, and Ft. Fetterman, Ft. Laramie and the Ag Hall are the venue where all Wyomingites can showcase their work.
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MISS RODEO WYOMING PAGEANT
The kick-off to the Miss Rodeo Wyoming Pageant on Tuesday, Aug. 14 starts with the first round of horsemanship for the ladies entered in the pageant. Three rodeo queens from around the state will compete for the coveted jade crown of Miss Rodeo Wyoming Tuesday, Aug. 14 through Friday, Aug. 17. Learn more about the pageant, the reigning Miss Rodeo Wyoming and three Miss Rodeo Wyoming hopefuls on pages 74-76.
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WEDNESDAY
SMALL ANIMALS VIE FOR TOP HONORS IN WIDE VARIETY OF JUDGED CONTESTS Prized pets of all shapes and sizes are always a big hit at the Wyoming State Fair, and this year is no different with planned showcases of some of the finest animals from all around. All small animal shows are free to spectators, and additional information about these shows can be located at wystatefair.com.
CAT SHOW
RABBIT SHOW
Feline friends will be featured once again at the 4-H Cat Show, showing off their winning whiskers for all to enjoy. There will be kitten, adult and other fun classes that 4-Hers can enter their precious felines for a chance to win. The show takes place Wednesday, Aug. 15, with the check-in at 8:30 a.m. and show starting at 9 a.m. in the Event Tent.
On Friday, Aug. 17, rabbits bred and raised by 4-H and FFA members will once again be on display. The 4-H and FFA Rabbit Showmanship Contest kicks off at 9 a.m., with the Youth Rabbit Show immediately following at the event tent. In other rabbit events, the ARBA Rabbit Show begins at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 18 at the event tent.
POULTRY SHOW
4-Hers will showcase the talent of man’s best friend with the chance to enter their most adorable four-legged furry friends at the Dog Show Showmanship Contest, which takes place at 9 a.m. in the horse arenas Saturday, Aug. 18. A wide variety of dog classes will be available for judging, including sporting, hunting, working and toy groups, among others. Dogs will have a shot to also compete in agility classes, while youth will be judged on how they handle their canine companions.
4-Hers and FFA members prove they aren’t chicken by taking part and entering the poultry show on Thursday, Aug. 16 at 10 a.m. Showmen participate in both showmanship and market classes, as well as breed classes, and the top poultry from the state will be recognized, as well the 4-H and FFA members who raised them.
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WYOMING GOODS SHOWCASED IN STATE FAIR MERCANTILE
During the entirety of the Wyoming State Fair, the Wyoming Mercantile will be open for business, and fairgoers have the opportunity to shop unique, made-in-Wyoming gifts from around the state. With home décor, kitchen supplies, food, goods and more available for purchase at a variety of price points, Wyoming Mercantile offers something for everyone. Wyoming Mercantile will be open from Wednesday, Aug. 15 through Saturday, Aug. 18, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Learn more about some of the items that may be purchased at madeinwyoming. org. A special opportunity to shop local produce from Wyomingites will be available on Saturday, Aug. 18 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Grown in Wyoming Farmers’ Market. As part of the grown in Wyoming program, the farmers’ market will afford fairgoers the opportunity to try local food grown by friends and neighbors from the region. “We bring in new vendors every year,” says Terri Barr of the Wyoming Business Council. “We’re really excited about the great products we have, and I encourage everyone to come out and enjoy the Wyoming State Fair.” Check out local goods, “Farm Fresh and Handmade” at the State Fair Farmers’ Market and Wyoming Mercantile.
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WEDNESDAY
YOUNG PEOPLE SHOWCASE EQUINE EXPERTISE DURING WYOMING STATE FAIR During the four days of the 106th Wyoming State Fair, young people from around the state will bring their horses and ponies to Douglas to show off their training skills and riding ability, as well as the superior quality of their horses, during the Youth Horse Shows. Horse shows during fair take several forms – including performance and halter events, but all contests are sure to bring stiff competition. The horse shows will take place in four arenas – the Indoor Arena, Silver Arena, Yellow Arena and Grass Arena.
HALTER CLASSES
Halter classes take into account the conformation and quality of the horse, and horses are judged on how they fall in line with breed standards. During halter classes, horses are shown by youth members led by a halter. The Wyoming State Fair offers Appaloosa, Arabian, Miniature, Morgan, Paint or Pinto, Palomino, Pony, Quarter horse, Thoroughbred and Any Other Recognized Breed classes, including mules and donkeys, and horses in these classes are judged against animals of the same sex and age. Premiums are paid based on the number of entries in the class. Halter classes will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 15 beginning at 10 a.m.
PERFORMANCE
Performance classes judge the rider’s abil-
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ity, coupled with the horse’s ability in the arena. Classes include both Western and English riding styles, as well as traditional ranch and rodeo events. Western Pleasure, Western Horsemanship and Western Riding, as well as Hunter Under Saddle and Hunt Seat Equitation, allow youth to ride according to judge’s instructions. Programmed Ride and Reining classes ask youth to memorize and follow a specific pattern while riding, and barrel racing, team roping, breakaway roping, pole bending and goat tying all bring traditional rodeo events to youth competition. Youth in performance classes are scored against others in the age division for top prizes. Performance classes begin after lunch on Wednesday, Aug. 15 and continue through Friday, Aug. 17.
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CRABTREE CARNIVAL The adrenaline rush of swirling rides, rich smells from nearby vendors and the sense of pride earned from winning your favorite carnival game and accompanying stuffed toy can all be experienced once again this year, as the Crabtree Carnival returns to the Wyoming State Fair. The carnival will be open for the majority of each of the four main fair days, so numerous opportunities are available for the whole family to come and experience some fun. The carnival will run from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 15 through Friday, Aug. 17, and from 11 a.m. to midnight the final full day of the fair, Saturday, Aug. 18. Special wristband pricing for kids will take place Thursday, Aug. 16 on Youth Day. Daily wristbands will be available every day, while a mega pass is available to ride the entire fair for $50. Tickets and additional information for the Crabtree Carnival can be found by visiting the Wyoming State Fair’s website at wystatefair.com.
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Wednesday, Aug. 15 Afternoon Schedule 3:30 p.m.
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UW Extension Performance Lamb Evaluation Contest (Ford Pavilion)
Youth Sheep Fitting Contest
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Dock Dogs Registration and performance
Cowboy Church (Ford Grandstand)
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Hay Show Awards (Beef Show Ring)
Wyoming Agriculture Hall of Fame Picnic (Riverside Park)
1 p.m.
AOB Cattle Shows, followed by Maine-Anjou Market Beef Show (Beef Show Ring)
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Cattlemen’s Conference (Ruthe James Williams Building)
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CATTLE SHOW KICK-OFF
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Cattle shows at the Wyoming State Fair kick off at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 15 with the Any Other Breed (AOB) Cattle Shows. The AOB shows include breeds like Miniature, Hereford, Shorthorn, Red Angus and more from around the state and region. Following the AOB Show, the Wyoming Maine-Anjou Market Beef Show will be held. Look for a list of all the breed shows held at the Wyoming State Fair on page 38. CATTLEMEN’S CONFERENCE
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In its second year at the Ruthe James Williams Pioneer Building, the 2018 Cattlemen’s Conference brings a line-up of speakers featuring the hottest topics impacting Wyoming’s agriculture industry. Join Farm Credit Services of America and the Wyoming Livestock Roundup for this year’s conference, from 1-4:30 p.m. on the Wyoming State 36
Fairgrounds. Visit page 40 for the event schedule and more details.
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DOCK DOGS
Dock Dogs, the world’s premier canine aquatics competition, returns to the Wyoming State Fair, offering the chance for dogs that love to run, jump and swim to compete in three different contests. Sure to cause a splash, Dock Dogs will bring local dogs together compete in a long jump, speed retrieve and high jump for dogs. Learn more about Dock Dogs events on page 40.
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WYOMING HAY SHOW AWARDS
Wyoming farmers are known around the world for their ability to produce the finest quality alfalfa and grass hay around the world. The Wyoming Hay Show, housed in the Roundup Tent, gives producers the chance to showcase their hay. Hay is tested for quality, and the
highest-quality product receives an award in the beef show ring at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 15. Learn more about the Hay Show on page 56.
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FITTING CONTESTS
A Wyoming State Fair tradition, this year’s beef and sheep fitting contests are set for 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 15. Fitting contests pit teams of showmen and women against each other to fit cattle and sheep. Fitting includes cleaning, brushing, clipping and preparing the animal for show. A time limit is imposed on teams, and the best fit steer and sheep win cash prizes.
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COWBOY CHURCH
On Wednesday, Aug. 15 at 5 p.m., attendees of the Wyoming State Fair will have the opportunity to serve in faith and fellowship during the Cowboy Church service in the Ford Grandstand Arena. Fairgoers will experience a traditional western church service, by Circle G Cowboy Church where attendees celebrate the role that God plays in helping their farms and ranches operate on a day-to-day basis.
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AG HALL OF FAME PICNIC
The cream of Wyoming’s agriculture industry will be recognized at the 2018 Wyoming Agriculture Hall of Fame Picnic, set for 5:30 p.m. at Riverside Park, just north of the Wyoming State Fairgrounds. David True and Hight Profitt will be inducted into the Wyoming Agriculture Hall of Fame and Douglas educator Havely Holt will be recognized for their contributions to the agriculture industry. Turn to page 41 for more on the festivities.
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PRCA RAM RODEO
Two nights of professional rodeo will come to the Wyoming State Fair’s Ford Grandstand Arena at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 15 and Friday, Aug. 17. PRCA Slack will also be held on Thursday, Aug. 16 beginning at 9 a.m. A top contingent of rodeo athletes from across the country will come to the
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WVATA Youth Jackpot Market Lamb Show (Ford Pavilion)
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PRCA Ram Rodeo (Ford Grandstand Arena)
8:30-10 p.m. WREA and Pepsi-sponsored 4-H and FFA Exhibitor’s Dance (Cafeteria Commons) 9 p.m.
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PRCA Ram Rodeo to compete for a title in their event. With stock from Triple V Rodeo Company, the action is sure to please spectators during the events. Rodeo clowns, entertainment acts and sit-on-the-edge-of-yourseat events are all wrapped up into an exhilarating western performance.
The full Wyoming State Fair schedule can be found on pages 50-51, along with a pull-out map of the fairgrounds.
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WEDNESDAY
OPEN CLASS BREED SHOWS BRING PRODUCERS TO WYOMING STATE FAIR Cattle of all breeds can be found at the Wyoming State Fair, with several breed-specific shows available to producers, as well as an All Other Registered Breeds Show. Details on all shows are available at wystatefair.com.
HEREFORD SHOW
The Wyoming Hereford Association (WHA) will host their Hereford Show at the Wyoming State Fair at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 16. This year, WHA will honor the late Marvin Berry at the show for his passion and commitment to the breed. “With the realization that there are many changes happening around the Wyoming State Fair, it is with great hope that this Wyoming Hereford Legends Show is the first in a long line of successful annual shows for the WHA and the Hereford breed,” says Gene Stillahn. Nearly $4,000 in prize money will be awarded for class, division and overall winners, in addition to a Supreme Champion belt buckle. Dale Venhuizen will judge the show, and Dick Hiser will coordinate the event.
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Entries are available at wystatefair.com in the premium book. Questions or concerns can be directed to Stillahn at 307-421-1592 or wyhereford.assn@gmail.com.
ANGUS SHOW
On Thursday, Aug. 16, following the Hereford Show, Angus breeders from across the state will bring their highest quality cattle to the Wyoming State Fair. “The Wyoming Angus Association (WAA) is excited to take over management of the show this year,” says Curt Cox. “We feel this is the best way for WAA to engage with young and upcoming breeds from across the state.” Cox notes shows will be the same as in years past, including the Angus Steer Show, with up to $1,250 in premiums and prizes. Additionally, an Angus Futurity Show will be held for Angus females purchased at the WAA Select Female Sale. Up to $2,500 in premiums and prizes will be awarded. For more information or to enter, visit wystatefair.com, call 307-630-4604 or e-mail curt@wylr. net
ANY OTHER BREED
For those breeds of cattle not recognized in an individual breed show, the All Other Registered Breeds Show will be held Thursday, Aug. 16 at 1 p.m. To be eligible, animals must be registered with their respective national breed associations or eligible for registration upon reaching the age prescribed by the association. Breeds that may be shown in the All Other Registered Breeds Show include the English breeds Dexter, Galloway, Highland, Lowline, Murray Grey, Miniature Hereford, Red Angus, Shorthorn and Shorthorn Plus, as well as Continental breeds, including Charolais, Chianina, Gelbvieh, Limousin, Maine-Anjou, Salers, Simmental and All Other Registered Breeds. The Wyoming State Fair says, “Any breed without an existing Wyoming State Fair classification and eligible with 20 head or more entered and checked in may request a breed show be held.” Premiums will be paid based on the Wyoming State Fair sliding scale. Entries are available at wystatefair.com.
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Head Mike Day will update attendees on the latest research related to altitude sickness in cattle and chronic wasting disease. Finally, Congressman Liz Cheney will provide the latest on the ever-changing atmosphere in Washington, D.C. The conference begins at 1 p.m. and will conclude by 4:30 p.m., to allow attendees to attend the Wyoming Agriculture Hall of Fame picnic. For more information on the 2018 Cattlemen’s Conference, visit wylr.net, call 307-234-2700 or e-mail roundup@wylr.net.
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Back by popular demand, Dock Dogs return to this year’s Wyoming State Fair to bring even more high-flying four-legged fur ball action in a number of shows that are free to the public to watch. The flying fur kicks off Wednesday, Aug. 15, with Big Air demonstrations at 4 p.m and 6 p.m., while a trio of events will take place on Thursday, Aug. 16 at 1:30 p.m., 3 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Extreme vertical, which is an all-in-one final, will take place on Friday, Aug. 17 at 6:30 p.m., with Big Air shows taking place at the same time as the day before – 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. For a huge finish, Saturday, Aug. 18 will feature Big Air at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., while the Speed Retrieve all-in-one final will begin at 5 p.m. To wrap up the DockDogs action, the Big Air Finals will start later that evening at 6:30 p.m. Those interested in registering can do so at dockdogsevents.com or at the Wyoming State Fairgrounds on the day of the event.
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DURING ANNUAL PICNIC
iverside Park, across West Yellowstone Highway from the Wyoming State Fairgrounds, will host several hundred leaders from Wyoming’s ag community for the Wyoming Agriculture Hall of Fame Picnic on Wednesday, Aug. 15 at 5:30 p.m. Rick Griffith, regional vice president of Farm Credit Services of America’s WyoBraska Region, comments, “The Ag Hall of Fame picnic allows all attendees the opportunity to socialize with other ag producers, industry leaders and elected officials. Recognition of the Hall of Fame winners is the picnic’s highlight and we encourage people to attend, honor the inductees and enjoy the evening.” The picnic, hosted by Clark and Associates Land Brokers of Lusk, Farm Credit Services of America and the Wyoming Livestock Roundup, will recognize Hight Proffit and Dave True and brings together the production agriculture community to celebrate the successes from the past year and join in fellowship. During the picnic, Sens. Mike Enzi and John Barrasso are invited, along with Rep. Liz Cheney, pending a Congressional recess, to honor Hall of Fame inductees True and Proffit, as well as Wyo-
ming Agriculture in the Classroom Educator of the Year, Havely Holt of Douglas. Turn to pages 42-43 for biographies of the Hall of Fame inductees, and learn more about Holt on page 44. “It’s always a good opportunity for Wyoming’s agriculture industry to come to the Wyoming State Fair to relax, honor awardees, visit with neighbors and friends and enjoy great barbecue,” says Dennis Sun, Wyoming Livestock Roundup publisher. “Join us at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 15 at Riverside Park to enjoy the fun.” Visit wylr.net, call 307-234-2700 or e-mail roundup@wylr.net for more information.
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PROFFIT’S SERVICE AND AG INVOLVEMENT EARN HIM HALL OF FAME HONORS Hight Proffit’s roots are in Advisory Board and as a Farm agriculture, according to his Bureau Charter Member. family and many who knew In addition to his ranching him. While he was born as a work, Proffit served in public farm boy in North Carolina, office for many years, includProffit’s impact to the Wyoing as a Uinta County Commisming agriculture industry is sioner for 24 years and Wyoprofound. Hight passed away ming Legislature, in both the in 2002. Senate and the House of Rep “Hight came to Wyoming in resentatives, for 10 years. 1935 during the Great Depres Hight was actively engaged sion, at 24 years of age, and he in Uinta County and as a became addicted to the wide County Commissioner, earning open spaces and rural atmohis recognition as Outstanding sphere of the West,” writes County Official in Wyoming HIGHT PROFFIT his son Don. “Hight and his and Wyoming Association of Evanston, Wyoming wife Dorothy Marsh ProfCounty Officials Outstanding fit then established a ranch Member. with the help of the Federal Land Bank on the “Hight did not plan on a career in politics,” Bear River, where they raised cattle, sheep and says Don. “It just evolved as neighbors encourhorses, as well as four children.” aged him to use his sensible ideas and natural Ag involvement service instincts to enter the County Commis While running the ranch, Hight’s skills as sion race. He discovered a great fondness for a teamster and masterful ability with mechanpublic service and dealing with people in solvics led him to create a push rake out of a Model ing problems.” A Ford that was the first of its kind in the Bear Hight’s wife Dorothy praised her husband River Valley. for being to the point without being insulting or “His reputation as a superb handyman was making others mad, and he enjoyed using this earned, as he seemed to keep everything runskill to solve problems. ning,” Don continues. “Hight recognized that Community organizations ranching required many skills one must learn, While Hight was active on the ranch and in and he also realized that success on the ranch serving as a public leader, he also took time to was facilitated by a wife.” mentor young people, serving 50 years on the Dorothy worked in town as a schoolteacher, Troop Committee and on the Eagle Board of and Hight was often credited for saying, “She Review for the Boy Scouts of America. taught so I could ranch.” He was also a long-time 4-H leader and men As the ranch continued to develop, Hight tor. was integral in helping to bring electric power “Throughout the years, Hight and his famto the Bear River Valley and bringing irrigation ily were deeply involved in community activities, to his meadows and pastures. including 4-H, scouting, Farm Bureau, church activ “Hight was a master irrigator – coaxing ities and politics,” says Don. water to the arid areas of his meadows and pas “The optimistic spirit and willingness to serve tures,” Don explains. “He did not have a good made Hight and his family leaders in the commupioneer water rights, so he had to hone the skill nity and friends to all,” Don continues. “His hard of using and re-using available water.” work, progressive ideas and good neighborly atti Hight was involved in the negotiation of the tude proved them an integral part of the community Bear River Compact, as well as Sulphur Creek and state.” Reservoir Founder’s Committee. Hight will be honored during the Wyoming Service Agriculture Hall of Fame picnic, set for Wednesday, Service was also important to Hight, and he Aug. 15 at 5:30 p.m. at Riverside Park in Dougserved on the Governor’s Land Use Advisory las. Dave True will also be inducted into the Hall Committee, Wyoming State Agriculture Board, of Fame during the event. Call 307-234-2700 or University of Wyoming College of Agriculture e-mail roundup@wylr.net for more information. 42
TRUE RECOGNIZED FOR LONG-STANDING COMMITMENT TO AG Dave True has long been an active responsibility and actively engaging in part of Casper, and his leadership the organizations that serve the industouches lives throughout the state. tries he represents,” says Magagna. Activities both related to agriculture In addition to contributions within and in civic engagement, True exemthe agriculture industry, True has also plifies the idea of a man of service. contributed to United Way of Natrona Today, True serves as president county, Casper Area Economic Develof the University of Wyoming (UW) opment Alliance and Casper Rotary Board of Trustees, and with his wife Club. Melanie, True established the Double His contributions to the University 4 Foundation, which supports a numof Wyoming include active participaber of charitable causes. tion on the Ag Advisory Council, WyoIn ag ming 4-H Foundation and more. Specifically related to agricul His work in these organizations, ture, True successfully operates True along with others too numerous to list, DAVE TRUE Ranches, a diversified cow/calf, has earned True recognition by UW, the Casper, Wyoming stocker and feedlot operation in eastern Casper Chamber of Commerce and the Wyoming. Wyoming Chapter of Gamma Sigma Delta at the state Jim Magagna, executive director of the Wyoming and local level. At the regional level, True has been Stock Growers Association, says, “Dave has been a honored by the Independent Petroleum Association of leader in innovative practices in the beef industry.” Mountain States and the National Western Stock Show. “Dave and family members have been members of Volunteer-minded and strong supporters of the Wyoming Stock Growers True’s commitment to volunteer work has not only since 1957,” continues Magagna. “Dave has served in filled positions on boards and within organizations, his numerous capacities and currently serves as a trustee of leadership has steered these organizations forward. the Stock Growers Endowment Trust.” “It is remarkable to me that Dave has balanced Magagna further notes True manages one of the volunteer efforts so successfully with other volunteer most successful and largest diverse business complexes and charitable work he has undertaken both statewide in Wyoming that was started and built by the True famand nationally,” Frazier remarks, specifically referencily. ing True’s work with NCBA. “He has strengthened the True’s leadership also extends to a national level, bonds within our industry while improving the organizations in which he has served.” where he is the Wyoming representative on National Frazier cites that hundreds, if not thousands, of catCattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) committees, tlemen and women have benefitted from True’s work, including the tax community. True also served as Treasurer of NCBA for many years. commenting that True serves as an inspiration for many. “There is no individual who better represents the “The recognitions Dave has earned throughout character, spirit, passion and dedication to the beef catthe United States for his selfless work on behalf of his tle industry and to the field of agriculture,” comments industries and the public help demonstrate the impact Kendal Frazier, NCBA chief executive officer. “Dave he has,” Frazier comments. “That he is also a warm, has played an enormous role in the Wyoming’s beef capable, genuine and kind person only adds to his credcattle and agriculture industry through the Wyoming its and value.” Stock Growers Association, the Wyoming Beef Coun Magagna notes, “Agriculture, and particularly the cil and Wyoming Farm Bureau. His prominence in and cattle industry, are dear to Dave. While his agricultural contributions to our industry on the national stage have enterprises may represent a relatively smaller portion been equally impressive and significant.” of his businesses, volunteer service to the agriculture Frazier cites a number of activities – ranging from industry occupies a heavily disproportionate amount of leadership on committees to service on the Board of his time.” Directors at NCBA – noting that True’s role has been True will be honored during the Wyoming Agriculinstrumental to the advancement of the beef industry as ture Hall of Fame picnic, set for Wednesday, Aug. 15 at a whole. 5:30 p.m. at Riverside Park in Douglas. Hight Proffit Civic engagement will also be inducted into the Hall of Fame during the “While working in his own business, Dave has also event. Call 307-234-2700 or e-mail roundup@wylr.net always recognized the importance of embracing civic for more information. 2018 Wyoming State Fair and Rodeo Program Guide
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HOLT RECOGNIZED AS TOP EDUCATOR FOR 2018 Wyoming Agriculture in the rience and resources available to us Classroom (WAIC) congratusurpassed all expectations. I know I lates Havely Holt as the 2018 will never have the opportunity to Educator of the Year. Holt is a participate in such a well-thoughtWyoming native and currently out and executed program again, teaches fourth grade at Douglas and I am beyond grateful to have Upper Elementary in Converse been a part of such an amazing expeCounty. rience.” Havely is active in her Jessie Dafoe, WAIC executive school, community and WAIC director, is thankful for Holt’s examprograms. She served as one of ple. the many educator writers for “Havely is an incredible eduthe Wyoming Stewardship Projcator, and we are blessed to have her ect during the summer of 2017 participate in the Wyoming StewHAVELY HOLT and then piloted the lessons in ardship Project as a writer and pilot Douglas, Wyoming her classroom this past school teacher. When visiting Ms. Holt’s year. class, I was impressed with the Havely commented about the experience, depth of knowledge and the way Havely brought “Working on the Stewardship Project was the lessons to life. Thank you, Havely, for engaging most valuable professional development I have future leaders,” commented Dafoe. ever participated in during my 13 years of teach Holt said, “The students in my classroom ing. It challenged me as a teacher, stretched my benefited from many things while participating mind and strengthened my abilities. The expein the Wyoming Stewardship Project. Because the project centers on Wyoming industries, they were able to make many personal connections throughout all of the lessons. They were much more prepared with a deeper knowledge as we went on our field trips this year. The project does a great job covering all of Wyoming’s resources and the industries that support our state.” She went on to comment, that while she used these units to cover science and social studies standards for her class, the lessons tied in with already-planned field trips and provided cross-curricular opportunities that allow students to deepen their learning and apply the concept of stewardship to many subjects explored during the year. As the 2018 Educator of the Year, Holt will be awarded a cash prize of $5,000 through Wyoming Agriculture in the Classroom. The award is funded by Anadarko Petroleum Corporation. Wyoming Livestock Roundup is also a sponsor of the program. “Anadarko and its employees have been proud to support Wyoming Ag in the Classroom and the Wyoming Stewardship Project,” said Susan Aldridge, director of Regulatory and External Relations for Anadarko. “Stewardship of our natural resources and partnership with the agricultural community are an important part of Anadarko’s history in Wyoming. Congratulations to Ms. Holt and WAIC for all their work to pass this important heritage on to the next generation of Wyoming’s students.” 44
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2018 Wyoming State Fair SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Friday, Aug. 10 2 p.m. 6 p.m.
Ft. Fetterman Remount Horse Sale Preview (Silver Arena) Ft. Fetterman Remount Horse Sale (Pepsi Equine Center)
Saturday, Aug. 11 6:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Vortex Extreme Event (Wagonhound Ranch) 10 a.m. Kidz and Kars Fair Parade (Wyoming State Fairgrounds) 3 p.m. Sheep Wagon Show Judging (Energy Lane) Sunday, Aug. 12 8 a.m. 10 a.m.
Dutch Oven Cook-off Judging (Energy Lane) Sheep Wagon Show Awards (Energy Lane)
Tuesday, Aug. 14 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Miss Rodeo Wyoming Horsemanship (Pepsi Equine Center) Wednesday, Aug. 15 8 a.m. 9 a.m. 10 a.m. 11 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 1 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 3 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 5 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 6 p.m. 7 p.m. 8:30-10 p.m. 9 p.m.
Weigh Youth Market Beef and Youth Market Lambs 4-H Cat Show and Showmanship Contest (Location TBA) PRCA Steer Roping (Ford Grandstand) Official Opening Ceremonies (Ag Hall) Youth Horse Show Halter Classes, followed by Youth Horse Show Performance (English), followed by Youth Horse Show Programmed Ride (Horse Arenas) Weigh Youth Market Swine and Youth Market Goats (Sheep/Goat Show Ring) Vendors open Crabtree Carnival opens – Youth Day Open Class Home Arts Exhibit Buildings open Weigh-in for Mountain States Lamb Cooperative Lamb Contest (Ford Pavilion) AOB Cattle Shows, followed by Wyoming Maine-Anjou Market Beef Show (Beef Show Ring) Cattlemen’s Conference (Ruthe James Williams Building) UW Extension Performance Lamb Evaluation Contest (Ford Pavilion) Dock Dogs Registration, followed by Big Air Wave performance Hay Show Awards (Beef Show Ring) Natural Fiber Arts Judging (Wool Pavilion) Youth Beef Fitting Contest, followed by Wyoming Market Steer Futurity (Beef Show Rings) Youth Sheep Fitting Contest (Beef Show Ring) Cowboy Church (Ford Grandstand) Wyoming Agriculture Hall of Fame Picnic (Riverside Park) WVATA Youth Jackpot Market Lamb Show (Ford Pavilion) PRCA Ram Rodeo (Ford Grandstand) WREA and Pepsi-sponsored 4-H and FFA Exhibitor’s Dance (Cafeteria Commons) Vendors close Exhibit Buildings close to the public
Thursday, Aug. 16 8 a.m. 9 a.m. 10 a.m. 11 a.m. 12 p.m. 1 p.m.
4-H and FFA Horse Showmanship, followed by Western Performance (Horse Arenas) FFA Sheep Showmanship and Youth Breeding Sheep Show (Sheep/Goat Show Ring) Hereford Cattle Show, followed by Pen of 3 Bulls and Wyoming Hereford Steer Show (Beef Show Ring) 4-H and FFA Meat Goat Showmanship, followed by Youth Breeding Meat Goat Show, followed by Youth Market Goat Show (Sheep/Goat Show Ring) WPRA/PRCA Slack (Ford Grandstand) 4-H static exhibit judging (Public access to exhibit halls will be limited) Wyoming Pioneer Association Meeting (Ruthe James Williams Building) 4-H and FFA Poultry Showmanship, followed by Youth Poultry Show (Location TBA) Dock Dogs registration, followed by Big Air Wave Performance Vendors open Open Class Exhibit Buildings open Crabtree Carnival opens Wyoming Pioneer Association Luncheon (Ruthe James Williams Building) Youth Horse Show Trail (Horse Arenas) Angus Cattle Show, followed by Wyoming Angus Steer Show and Wyoming Junior Angus Association Heifer Show, followed by Supreme Champion Beef Bull and Female Selection (Beef Show Ring)
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS (CONT.) Thursday, Aug. 16 (cont.) 3 p.m. 6 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 9 p.m.
4-H Swine Showmanship and Youth Breeding Swine (Tri-State G&T Show Center) WVATA Youth Jackpot Beef Show (Beef Show Ring) Casey Donahew Band concert (Ford Grandstand) Exhibit Buildings close Vendors close
Friday, Aug. 17 7-9 a.m. 8 a.m. 9 a.m. 10 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 11 a.m. 1 p.m. 3 p.m. 7 p.m. 9 p.m.
Miss Rodeo Wyoming Horsemanship (Pepsi Equine Center) Youth Market Lamb Show (Sheep/Goat Show Ring) Youth Horse Show Timed Events and Stock Events (Horse Arenas) Weigh-in for Open Prospect Calves (Ford Pavilion) Wyoming Future Cattle Producers, N.I.L.E. Merit Heifer and NWSS Catch-A-Calf Showcase (Ford Pavilion) 4-H and FFA Dairy Goat Showmanship Contest, followed by Youth Dairy Goat Show (Sheep/Goat Show Ring) Youth Breeding Beef Show, followed by Open Prospect Calf Show (Beef Show Ring) 4-H and FFA Rabbit Showmanship, followed by Youth Rabbit Show (Location TBA) Commercial Heifer Show (Beef Show Ring) 4-H Fashion Revue Judging (Location TBA) Ranch Horse Show (Equine Center) Vendors open Exhibit Buildings open Dock Dogs on-site registration, followed by Big Air Wave Performance Crabtree Carnival opens Texas Longhorn Cattle Show (Longhorn Ring) Wyoming State Finals Ranch Rodeo (Ford Grandstand) Sheep Lead Contest (Event Tent) FFA Swine Showmanship, followed by Youth Market Swine Show (Tri-State G&T Show Center) USA Arm Wrestling Weigh-in (Ford Grandstand) PRCA Bob Ruwart Motors Ram Rodeo (Ford Grandstand) Crowning of Miss Rodeo Wyoming 2018 Vendors close Exhibit Buildings close to the public
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Thursday, Aug. 16 Morning Schedule 4-H and FFA Horse Showmanship, followed by Western Performance (Horse Arenas)
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FFA Sheep Showmanship and Youth Breeding Sheep Show (Sheep/Goat Show Ring)
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Wyoming Pioneer Association Meeting (Ruthe James Williams Building)
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4-H and FFA Poultry Showmanship, followed by Youth Poultry Show (Location TBA)
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YOUTH SHEEP SHOWS
As Wyoming’s sheep industry boasts the highest quality lamb and wool in the nation, sheep shows at the Wyoming State Fair include showmanship contest, market classes and breed classes. Since sheep are raised for both their meat and wool production, classes are available for young people to compete in a variety of sheep-related classes. Learn more about youth sheep shows on page 55. 54
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ROUNDUP TENT
The agriculture industry will gather on the Wyoming State Fairgrounds in the Roundup Tent, which provides free, ice cold water from the Wyoming Rural Electric Association, booths and industry information from groups across the state and the Wyoming Hay Show. Open from 8 a.m. until livestock shows are over each day, stop by the Roundup Tent across from the Beef Show Ring, and find the list of exhibitors on page 56.
YOUTH GOAT SHOWS
The goat industry across the United States continues to grow, with increasing demand for goat meat and milk, as well as the use of goats for weed control and other grazing needs. Young people in Wyoming showcase their goat herds and products at the Wyoming State Fair through both market and dairy goat classes. Visit page 57 to learn more about the goat classes.
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WYOMING PIONEER ASSOCIATION
Each year, the Thursday of the Wyoming State Fair celebrates the pioneer traditions of the Cowboy State, and 2018 is no different. The Wyoming Pioneer Association will host their annual meeting on Thursday, Aug. 16. Admission is free for individuals 62 years and older with proper ID. Read more about the Pioneer Association’s annual meeting on page 58.
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YOUTH POULTRY SHOW
Not every young person grows up wanting to show sheep, steers or pigs. Some young people are drawn to the poultry industry, which provides the opportunity to show poultry – including chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys and more – in breed classes, as well as in showmanship classes. Learn more about the poultry show on page 28.
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SHEEP SHOWS SHOWCASE WOOL, MEAT BREEDS AND WYO SHEEP INDUSTRY From Wednesday, Aug. 15 through Saturday, Aug. 18, youth sheep shows will hit the Wyoming State Fair. With a four days of sheep shows, youth are afforded the opportunity to participate in breeding and market classes with a variety of sheep breeds. In addition, the youth sheep events include a performance lamb evaluation contest and sheep fitting contest, which provide the chance for extra prizes during the Wyoming State Fair.
BREEDING SHEEP
The breeding sheep classes identify the top animals – both individuals and flocks – in 10 breed categories. Breeds included in the shows are Columbia, Dorset, Hampshire, Ramouillet, Suffolk, Targhee, Any Other Meat Breed, Any Other Wool Breed, Any Other Hair Breed and Commercial, Crossbred sheep. Sheep exhibited breeding classes may not be cross-entered in market classes during the fair, as these animals are intended to be used in flocks at home for breeding purposes only. Sheep are judged against their contemporaries based on ideal breed characteristics. The Wyoming State Fair Premium Book includes more information about classes that will be held. The Youth Breeding Sheep Show is schedule for Thursday, Aug. 16, immediately following FFA Sheep Showmanship.
MARKET CLASSES
As lamb grows in popularity across the U.S. for protein consumption, young sheep producers across Wyoming are also fine-tuning their
ability to produce the best meat product available. Market lamb classes include blackface, whiteface and speckled face lambs, and the livestock are evaluated for their market readiness, including proper muscling and fat. The Wyoming State Fair Youth Market Lamb Show is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 17 at 8 a.m. and will be followed by the Pen of Five Market Lambs show.
SHOWMANSHIP AND FITTING
An important part of preparing for fair is making sure livestock are adequately prepared to enter the show ring. From practicing showing to developing the perfect fitting technique, both 4-H and FFA showmanship contests ask youth to prove their skill and demonstrate their how work, while also proving their knowledge about showing. The FFA Showmanship contest will be held at 8 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 16, and 4-H members will compete in showmanship, based on their age, beginning at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 18.
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ROUNDUP TENT PROVIDES HUB FOR AG INDUSTRY VENDORS, INFORMATION
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ith a full schedule of events slated for the Wyoming State Fair, fairgoers can take the opportunity to get out of the heat, enjoy an ice cold bottle of water courtesy of the Wyoming Rural Electric Association and visit with members of agriculture industry organizations and ag-related companies in the Roundup Tent. Wyoming Livestock Roundup Publisher Dennis Sun says, “We’ll host the Wyoming Hay Show, along with livestock and ag supply companies and a variety of agriculture industry groups.” The Wyoming Hay Show is also hosted in the tent. Producers across the state bring their top-quality samples to the Wyoming State Fair to compete for a chance to enter the World Forage Superbowl. Each year, Wyoming’s high-quality hay comes out on the top during the global event, but it all starts at the Wyoming State Fair. Hay samples are tested and judged. Award winners will be recognized on Wednesday, Aug. 15 at 3 p.m. in the beef show ring. Sun says, “We look forward to seeing everybody at the Roundup Tent to take a break from the heat and catch up with people in the Wyoming agriculture industry.”
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The following booths will be presented in the Roundup Tent this year:
- ADM Animal Nutrition/Moorman’s Show Tec - American Angus Association - Big Iron - Cargill/Vigortone - Genex Beef - Lewis Cattle Oilers - ST Genetics - University of Wyoming Extension - USDA Farm Service Agency - VitaFerm Cattle Products - Western Ranch Supply - Wyoming Agriculture and Natural Resources Mediation - Wyoming Ag in the Classroom - Wyoming CattleWomen - Wyoming Hay and Forage Association - Wyoming Livestock Roundup - Wyoming State Fair Hay Show - Wyoming Stock Growers Association - Wyoming Wool Growers Association
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oat production has many facets and areas of applicability in the ranching world, and young people across the state raise both dairy and meat goats, bringing them to the Wyoming State Fair to show off their knowledge. The Youth Dairy Goat Show will be held on Friday, Aug. 17 at 8 a.m. with showmanship classes first, followed by the dairy goat show, then Pygmy and fiber goat shows. The show will be held in the goat arena. Breeds that are included in the show are Saanen, Alpine, Lamancha, Nubian, Nigerian Dwarf, Any Other Purebred and Recorded Grade. Fiber goats, including Angora and Cashmere, are shown and recognized for the production of fine fibers used in making clothing, yarns and more. Finally, rounding out the day, Pygmy goats are also shown at the Wyoming State Fair. Later in the day, beginning at 10 a.m., the Youth Meat Goat Show begins, and classes are separated by Full Blood Boer and Percentage Boer goats. Meat Goat Showmanship kicks off the classes, followed by a breeding show and finishing
up with the Market Goat Show. Market goats must weigh 50 pounds to compete, with no upper weight limit, and classes are established in the show using natural weight breaks. Market goats are also required to be shorn, and milk teeth must be in place, with no evidence of permanent front teeth emerging. A Champion of Champions Show will also be held on Saturday, Aug. 18, to select the best goat from across the champions selected at county fairs in the state.
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his year, the Wyoming Pioneer Association will continue its long-standing tradition of holding their annual meeting on Thursday, Aug. 16 during the Wyoming State Fair. The day is dubbed Wyoming Pioneer Day, and all individuals 62 years old and older gain free admission to the fair with proper identification. The Ruthe James Williams Building will host an art show and reception on Friday, Aug. 10, with the show beginning at 10 a.m. and the reception at 6 p.m. Then, on Saturday, Aug. 11 at 6 p.m., during the sheep wagon show, the Wyoming Pioneer Association will auction off “Busted,” a Jerry Palen bronze featuring Border Collie Meig and two ewes. The table bronze is 18 inches wide by 7.5 inches tall and will be mounted on a walnut base with a name tag. It is one of three pieces, and the only one available to the public. The evening will also include a musical presentation by the “Rambling Rangers,” the husband and wife duo of Brad and Bonnie Exton. Between songs Rick Kaan will be providing narrative on the historic cattle trails. The 92nd Annual Pioneer Meeting on Thursday,
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Aug. 16, with registration from 8:30-9:30 a.m. in the Ruthe James Williams Building. The annual meeting is set to begin at 10 a.m., with lunch at 11:45 a.m. and the recognition of one historical preservation award at 1 p.m. During the entirety of the week, Wyoming State Fair will host artists and craftspeople in the Pioneer Cabin, with leather crafters, musicians, jewelers, photographers, painters and more showcasing their work. Visit the Wyoming Pioneer Association online at wyomingpioneerassociation.com or find more information by calling 307-298-2255.
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Thursday, Aug. 16 Afternoon Schedule 12 p.m.
Wyoming Pioneer Association Luncheon (Ruthe James Williams Building)
3 p.m.
4-H Swine Showmanship and Youth Breeding Swine (Tri-State G&T Show Center)
Youth Horse Show Trail (Horse Arenas)
6 p.m.
1 p.m.
Angus Cattle Show, followed by Wyoming Angus Steer Show and Wyoming Junior Angus Association Heifer Show, followed by Supreme Champion Beef Bull and Female Selection (Beef Show Ring)
WVATA Youth Jackpot Beef Show (Beef Show Ring)
6:30 p.m. Casey Donahew Band concert (Ford Grandstand) 9 p.m.
Exhibit buildings close
Vendors close
Afternoon Guided Tour
WYOMING PIONEER DAY LEGEND Restrooms
3
Brownfield Rd.
ATM
First Aid
Carnival
Security
154 Blue Camping
Pepsi FREE Public Parking
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Sheep
Tri-State G&T Center
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Wool Peabody
South Dr.
Pepsi Equine Center
West Arena
Cowboy Dr.
Vendors
4
Mercantile
Roundup Tent
Ford Pavilion Cattle/ Sheep
138 Red Camping Arena
Pepsi Stage
North Stage
Goat
Midway
Dock Dogs Area
Check-In Here
Vendors
ADA Parking
Directions to Dock Dogs
120 Yellow Camping
Ford Grandstand
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Ford Center
Vendors
Carnival Area
ADA Parking
North Platte River
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CATTLE BREED SHOWS
Cattle producers across the state with all breeds of cattle will come to the Wyoming State Fair on Thursday, Aug. 16 beginning at 10 a.m. with the Wyoming Hereford Association Show. Immediately following the Hereford Show, the Wyoming Angus Association will hold their annual show. That afternoon, the Any Other Recognized Breed Show will be held. Visit page 38 for more information about the cattle breed shows.
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COMMERCIAL EXHIBITS
With open class exhibits showcasing the work of individuals in a variety of categories, commercial exhibits along the Midway and in the Vyve Building at the west end of the Midway showcase businesses from people across the region. From cookware and souvenirs to clothing and jewelry, along with a variety of other items, fairgoers can shop to their heart’s content at the Wyoming State Fair.
YOUTH SWINE SHOWS
In one of the largest livestock shows at the Wyoming State Fair, youth bring hogs from a variety of breeds to the 4-H and FFA Swine Shows. Market and breed classes select the best hogs for market and breeding purposes. More information on the youth swine shows can be found on page 63.
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FREE ENTERTAINMENT
Fairgoers meandering around the fairgrounds will be pleased to find a variety of entertainment acts strolling the fairgrounds and playing on two free stages on the fairgrounds. Clown, music acts and more will be available at no cost to fairgoers. Page 64 provides more details on free entertainment options on the grounds.
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COUNTRY MUSIC CONCERT
Texas music legend Casey Donahue Band and Wyoming native Chancey Williams and the Younger Brothers Band will hit the big stage in the Ford Grandstand on Thursday, Aug. 16 for the Wyoming State Fair concert. The concert begins at 7 p.m., and tickets are available for $20 each at wystatefair.com. Learn more about the acts on page 65.
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he Wyoming State Fair’s Youth Swine Show has been called one of the largest and fastest growing shows at the Wyoming State Fair, with classes for market, breeding and showmanship. The swine show kicks off at 3 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 16 with 4-H Swine Showmanship, where competitors are expected to lead their show hogs around the ring, gaining the attention of a judge, while numerous other pigs are also vying for the judge’s eye. Successful showmen have perfected the art of guiding their pig through the open ring with a bat, as well as keeping the pig clean and avoiding interaction with other animals. The 4-H Showmanship Contest will be followed by the Youth Breeding Swine Show, where young people will bring their Duroc, Yorkshire, Hampshire, Crossbreed, Any Other Colored Breed or Any Other White Breed hogs to the State Fair for chance to win Champion Gilt or Champion Boar. The next day, Friday, Aug. 17, Wyoming FFA members compete for the top showman award. Following FFA Showmanship, the Youth Market Swine Show kicks off. Hogs are placed in classes based on weight and the top animals from each division are
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YOUTH COMPETE FOR TOP HONORS IN SWINE SHOWS sorted and selected until a Grand Champion Market Swine is picked. To round out the swine shows for the week, on Saturday, Aug. 18 at 5 p.m. the Champion of Champions Market Swine Show will be held, followed by the WVATA Jackpot Market Swine Show. Stop by the Tri-State G&T Show Barn for the chance to see three afternoons of swine shows, sure to demonstrate the prowess of 4-H and FFA members in raising high-quality livestock.
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njoying the Wyoming State Fair doesn’t have to break the bank, and this year is no different. Through providing a wide array of free entertainment that both parents and youngsters can enjoy throughout the grounds, there is no excuse not to come out and give the fair a gander. While out enjoying a stroll, don’t forget to visit with the vibrant and ever-so-friendly Lanky the Clown who will be making the rounds. Lanky will be more than happy to create a balloon animal of your choosing or you can watch in amazement as he rides his tiny clown bike around greeting guests. The friendly clown will be performing from Wednesday, Aug. 15 through Saturday, Aug. 18. Also, check out the Pepsi Free Stage to kick back and listen to some free music while out and about at the fair. Byron Oaks will be performing daily from Wednesday, Aug. 15 through Saturday, Aug. 18 and during the Sheep Wagon and Dutch Oven contests on Sunday, Aug. 12 As for music for younger audiences, Chil-
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dren at Play, a band of young people residing in Burns and Pine Bluffs will also be taking to the Pepsi Free Stage on Friday, Aug. 17 and Saturday, Aug. 18, so come and give the rocking youth a listen. Michael Memzer “The Phenomenist” will also bring his TranceNosis comedy hypnosis and DangerMagik shows to Wyoming State Fair this year to excite young and old imaginations. Performing two different shows, his cutting-edge magic shows take inspiration from Criss Angel and David Blaine. Memzer’s shows will take place Wednesday, Aug. 15 and Thursday, Aug. 16.
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ut on your dancing shoes – or boots – at this year’s Wyoming State Fair, as live music returns once again that is sure to bring an evening of fun and good tunes to Douglas. This year’s live music includes performances by Casey Donahew, along with a later performance by Chancey Williams and the Younger Brothers Band. Donahew is an American country music singer based out of Burleson, Texas. He grew in popularity following his time playing around Texas and hit the national scene back in 2009 when the his
band, the Casey Donahew Band, had its self-released album entered into the Top 30 album chart in Billboard magazine. The country band is known for high-energy performances and very long live sets. Immediately following, the Chancey Williams and the Younger Brothers Band will take to the stage. A Wyoming native growing up in Moorcroft, Williams and his band of younger brothers have shared the stage with artists including Lady Antebellum, Old Dominion, Miranda Lambert and many more. The band’s latest studio album, Rodeo Cold Beer, debuted at number one on the Billboard Mountain Heatseekers Chart, among other charts they topped along the way. The night of live music kicks off with the gates opening at 6 p.m., with music beginning at 7 p.m. at the Ford Grandstand. Tickets for the event can be purchased at the Wyoming State Fair office either in person, over the phone or at wystatefair.com for $20 each.
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Friday, Aug. 17
Morning Schedule 7-9 a.m.
Show (Beef Show Ring)
Miss Rodeo Wyoming Horsemanship (Pepsi Equine Center)
4-H and FFA Rabbit Showmanship, followed by Youth Rabbit Show (Location TBA)
8 a.m.
Youth Market Lamb Show (Sheep Show Ring)
Youth Horse Show Timed Events and Stock Events (Horse Arenas)
Commercial Heifer Show (Beef Show Ring)
Weigh-in for Open Prospect Calves (Ford Pavilion)
10 a.m.
4-H Fashion Revue Judging (Location TBA)
Wyoming Future Cattle Producers, N.I.L.E. Merit Heifer and NWSS Catch-A-Calf Showcase (Ford Pavilion)
10:30 a.m. Ranch Horse Show (Equine Center)
4-H and FFA Dairy Goat Showmanship Contest, followed by Youth Dairy Goat Show (Sheep/Goat Show Ring)
9 a.m.
Youth Breeding Beef Show, followed by Open Prospect Calf
11 a.m.
Vendors open
Exhibit Buildings open
Dock Dogs registration and Big Air Wave Performance
Crabtree Carnival opens
Texas Longhorn Cattle Show (Longhorn Ring)
Morning Guided Tour LEGEND Restrooms
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ATM
First Aid
Douglas High School
Brownfield Rd.
Carnival
Security
154 Blue Camping
Pepsi FREE Public Parking
ADA Parking
Directions to Dock Dogs
Sheep
Tri-State G&T Center
1 Ford Pavilion Cattle/ Sheep
4
West Arena
Pepsi Equine Center
South Dr.
5
Cowboy Dr.
Vendors Pepsi Stage
North Stage
Goat
Midway
Dock Dogs Area
Check-In Here
Vendors
138 Red Camping Arena
Mercantile
Roundup Tent
Wool Peabody
120 Yellow Camping
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Ford Grandstand Ford Center
Vendors
Carnival Area
ADA Parking
North Platte River
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Young cattlemen and women have the opportunity to showcase cattle projects as a part of several youth cattle production programs, including the Future Cattle Producers of Wyoming, Northern International Livestock Exposition (NILE) Merit Heifer Program and the National Western Stock Show Catch-A-Calf program. Learn more about these programs on page 91. 72
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YOUTH RABBIT SHOW
Rabbits are a popular choice for many 4-H and FFA members as they’re considering which livestock projects to pursue. 4-Hers and FFA members showing rabbits can show in showmanship, market or breed classes, all of which offer the opportunity to display their prized bunnies for big prizes. Learn more about the rabbit show on page 28.
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4-H FASHION REVUE
Not all 4-H members show livestock. For the young ladies and gentlemen who are gifted in sewing their own garments, the Wyoming State 4-H Fashion Revue offers the chance for them to show off their hand-crafted outfits. 4-Hers sew and model their garments, where they are judged for fit, craftsmanship and personality. Fashion Revue judging will be held Thursday, Aug. 16 and Friday, Aug. 17, with the public Fashion Revue on Friday, Aug. 17 at 7 p.m. Learn more on page 83.
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RANCH HORSE SHOW
While rodeo and performance horses are developed with a specific set of skills, ranch horses work alongside Wyoming’s ranchers every day. The ranch horse show brings contestants in rancher, ladies rancher and youth divisions to showcase both horse and cow work in the trail, reining and cow work components. Check out the show on Friday, Aug. 17 at 10:30 a.m.
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TEXAS LONGHORN CATTLE SHOW
The iconic Texas Longhorn offers many benefits for cattle producers across the state, and topquality Longhorns are brought to the Wyoming State Fair Longhorn Show each year. During open pen and halter shows, the cattle are judged against each other, and the top animals are selected for top honors. More information about the Longhorn Show can be found on page 78.
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rom Tuesday, Aug. 14 through Friday, Aug. 17, reigning rodeo queens from across the state of Wyoming will compete for the coveted jade crown of Miss Rodeo Wyoming. Contestants in the pageant will compete in a variety of categories, including horsemanship, sales, personality and rodeo knowledge. Pageant contestants will spend four long days showing off their skills through interviews, horsemanship events and public appearances before Miss Rodeo Wyoming 2019 will be crowned on Friday, Aug. 17 during the PRCA RAM Rodeo performance. A schedule of events open to the public is provided below, along with biographies of 2018 Miss Rodeo Wyoming Morgan Wallace and this year’s contestants are provided in the following pages.
SCHEDULE Tuesday, Aug. 14 12-2 p.m.
First Round Horsemanship (Pepsi Equine Center)
Wednesday, Aug. 15 3-5 p.m.
Appearance and autograph signing (Midway)
7 p.m.
PRCA Rodeo Grand Entry and Mutton Busting (Ford Grandstand)
8-9 p.m.
Program Sales and Autograph Signing (Fairgrounds)
Thursday, Aug. 16 5-8 p.m.
Dinner and Auction followed by Speeches and Modeling (Ruthe James Williams Building)
Friday, Aug. 17 7:30-9:30 a.m.
Second Round Horsemanship (Pepsi Equine Center)
6 p.m.
Program Sales (Fairgrounds)
7-9 p.m.
PRCA Rodeo Grand Entry and Miss Rodeo Wyoming 2019 Crowning (Ford Grandstand)
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MORGAN WALLACE
MISS RODEO WYOMING
On Aug. 14, 2017 Morgan Wallace of Laramie was named the 61st woman to hold the coveted title of Miss Rodeo Wyoming. Being able to represent the sport of rodeo and the western way of life is truly a dream come true for Morgan. Morgan is the 21-yearold daughter of Brian and Lisa Wallace and was raised with the love for the state of Wyoming and the rodeo industry in her heart. She grew up engrained in the 4-H program, where she participated in projects such as dance and swine, but nothing caught her heart like the horse and shooting sports programs. Morgan spent much of her time practicing and competing on the shooting range and was honored to represent her program three years in a row at the National 4-H Shooting Sports Championships. When she isn’t on the rifle range, Morgan spends most of her time horseback, where she loves to participate in horsemanship and reining shows while teaching youth about the importance of strong horsemanship skills. Morgan is currently in her final year at the University of Wyoming, where she is studying agricultural communications with a concentration in agricultural economics. She looks forward to continuing her studies at the University of Wyoming School of Law to become an agricultural lawyer focusing in water law. Throughout the year, Morgan looks forward to educating the public that rodeo is more than just a sport, it is a celebration of a lifestyle, while simultaneously bringing awareness to her platform of domestic violence prevention through the Man Up Crusade, a nationally recognized PRCA awareness program. Morgan would like to take this time to thank her family and the community of Laramie for allowing her to reach for her goals. She looks forward to carrying on the legacy of the 60 wonderful women that have come before her, while working to form a legacy of her own.
JENIELLE KOHL
2018 MISS LARAMIE JUBILEE
Born to a family with strong rodeo roots, 21-year-old Jenielle has been involved with horses and rodeo since she got her first horse Mac, when she was three. She named him Mac after her favorite food, mac and cheese, and they entered their first rodeo the summer she was four. Jenielle and Mac won several buckles and all-around awards in youth rodeos. Later, she participated in Wyoming High School Rodeo Association, and today, she’s a current member of the Central Rocky Mountain Region of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association. Her grandparents, Gary and Vonda Dee Walker, met at a rodeo. Gary went to the National High School Rodeo Association finals in all three rough stock events, and they later started Rodeo Bible Camp Mission, as well as Walker Rodeo Company. Her mother, Adeline Walker Kohl was a breakaway roper. Jenielle’s fondest childhood memories are riding with her grandparents and sister Daycia to check pastures, hunting or just taking a picnic lunch to explore old homesteads. Jenielle graduated Phi Theta Kappa from Eastern Wyoming College, where she earned her Associate’s Degree in Veterinary Technology and certification as a vet assistant. She plans to further her education by earning a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine. Her employment opportunities involving horses, include working for Ken McNabb training horses and assisting with pack trips in various mountain ranges throughout her beautiful state of Wyoming. While horses and animals are a vital part of who she is, Jenielle’s first love is her relationship with Jesus and sharing Him with others.
where she was a member of Phi Theta Kappa, the world’s largest and most prestigious honor society for two-year college students. Bailey is employed by Sheridan Travel and Tourism, where she has the opportunity to share the treasures of her hometown with travelers from around the world every day. Bailey was not raised in a “horse family,” but her work ethic and persuasive smile convinced her grandparents to get her a horse. Bailey competed in barrel racing at the local Cowgirl’s Rodeo and in both Western and English riding events in the Sheridan County Fair. Bailey proudly carries the M&M flag, the Sheridan WYO Rodeo’s most generous sponsor, during the rodeo every year. Bailey is grateful for her family. She’s fortunate to have extended family members who have shared their knowledge, time and experience to make this lifestyle a reality. Even those who don’t understand her passion for horses support her unceasingly. Bailey has proudly served in several positions including Blue Sky Saddle Club Sr. Princess, Sheridan WYO Rodeo Senior Princess, Chadron State College Rodeo Queen, Sheridan WYO Rodeo Queen and is honored to represent KrossFire Counseling and Equine Enterprises today. She looks forward to continuing to represent the sport of rodeo and the wonderful state of Wyoming.
BAILEY MCLEAN 2017 MISS SHERIDAN WYO RODEO
Bailey McLean is a 23-year-old Sheridan, native. She is the daughter of Doug and Jami McLean. She graduated with honors from Sheridan High School in 2013 and completed her Associate of Science degree in Business at Sheridan College,
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HANNAH OSTHEIMER
2018 MISS SHERIDAN WYO RODEO
Miss Sheridan WYO Rodeo Hannah Ostheimer is the 21-year-old daughter of Gib and Debbie Ostheimer. Hannah became competitively involved in 4-H in her early years, winning state titles with her horses and knitting projects, and is a volunteer in the horse project. The countless hours spent in the barn were rewarded in 2016, as she won the prestigious AQHYA show jumping World Championship. Setting high expectations and valuing education is a priority for Hannah, graduating high school as valedictorian at age 16, from Casper College with an
associate’s degree in agriculture with distinction and 2018 magna cum laude graduate from the University of Wyoming (UW) with a bachelor’s degree in Biology. Hannah intends to pursue a doctorate degree in animal science focusing on equine nutrition. While going to school, Hannah worked for equine barns in Oregon and Arizona, assisted veterinarians as a tech, learned at Jan Pamela Polo Ranch in their equine reproduction facility and held an internship with the UW Research and Extension Center. Hannah felt it was of great importance to use her title and the abilities God has blessed her with to not only to promote rodeo and the western way of life but also to give back to her community through public service projects in her hometown of Sheridan. Honored to represent the Sheridan WYO Rodeo, Hannah expresses her sincere gratitude to the WYO Rodeo Board, WYO Rodeo Queen Board, her sponsors, her community and especially her parents for their generous support.
How the Wolf Coalition Fought Back Against the Federal Government – And Won Harriet M. Hageman
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I made the decision to run for Governor in part because I felt that we need to be more proactive and aggressive in protecting, promoting, advocating for, and fighting for what I refer to as our “legacy industries” of minerals, agriculture and tourism (including hunting and fishing). We in Wyoming have relied upon these industries as our economic engine since we became a State. They are critically important to all of us here, and I have worked diligently on their behalf throughout much of my legal career. I am proud of their success and what they mean to us in terms of our culture, good paying jobs, and freedom.
In February 2017 we finally succeeded in convincing the Circuit Court of Appeals in Washington, D.C. that Wyoming’s Wolf Management Plan met all of the requirements of the ESA. This was a major victory for Wyoming, and it now allows us to implement management techniques that are unavailable anywhere else in the Country. For example, Wyoming is the only State where wolves are considered predators in the majority of the State – meaning that we can use more robust and effective control techniques (e.g. aerial hunting, may be shot on sight in certain geographic areas, etc.). Wyoming is also the only State where the National Park Service is responsible for maintaining and protecting a portion of our population within the National Parks. Finally, Wyoming is now only required to maintain a limited number of wolves– thereby allowing us to control the population through hunting seasons (within the trophy game area), and throughout the year (within the predator area). This win, in other words, will finally allow Wyoming to start controlling wolf numbers in this State, thereby making it possible to rebuild those game herds that have been so decimated by the uncontrolled and previously ever-expanding gray wolf population.
I want to focus this article on two of these industries – agriculture and tourism – and how the federal government’s mismanagement of the Canadian gray wolf led to disastrous consequences for our livestock and wildlife. I also want to explain how I successfully used the court system and the rule of law to fight back against this gross example of federal overreach and to reestablish Wyoming’s sovereignty as the key decision maker for our wildlife populations.
As Governor, I will assert Wyoming’s sovereignty over our wildlife and will aggressively implement those control techniques that are effective in constraining our wolf population to the established recovery numbers. Under my administration we will no longer tolerate an ever-expanding wolf population. We will instead focus upon protecting all of our wildlife resources, and protecting our livestock producers from suffering the consequences of those bad policies for which Washington, D.C. is notorious.
I was first hired by the “Wolf Coalition” in 2002 to file suit against the Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) over its failure to properly manage the Canadian gray wolf population that it had introduced into Yellowstone National Park in the mid-1990’s. That Coalition was made up of 28 different organizations, including sportsmen groups, outfitters and guides, County Commissioners, ag groups, and conservation districts, among others. The point of our lawsuit was to establish that the wolf population exceeded the recovery goals as of 2002; that Wyoming had developed an appropriate wolf management plan to protect that recovered population; and that the FWS was required to approve it, delist the wolf from the Endangered Species Act (ESA), and turn management over to the State. We continued that fight over the next 15 years, with the Wolf Coalition being one of the most important and consistent advocates for our livestock industry, outfitting industry, hunters, Counties, conservation districts, and small business owners whose livelihoods have been so damaged by the introduction of this predator. As importantly, we were the primary voice at the table throughout this time for protecting our other wildlife resources such as our elk, moose, and deer populations.
I have dedicated the last 20+ years of my career to advocating for our legacy industries in Wyoming. I have fought to protect private property rights, the livestock industry, the sportsmen industry, outfitters and guides, and local governments. I have worked tirelessly – often-times all alone – to push back against federal overreach, and to hold the federal government accountable for the mismanagement of federal lands and for its failure to follow the Endangered Species Act. I have refused to buckle under pressure as the EPA has sought to take our water. I have traveled the Country warning of the dangers of an out-of-control federal government. I am the only candidate with this history and with a proven record of success on these issues.
Wyoming needs strong leadership. Wyoming needs someone who understands the rule of law. Wyoming needs an advocate.
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FRIDAY
LONGHORN BREEDERS HOST ANNUAL SHOW AT WYOMING STATE FAIR
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n Friday, Aug. 17 at 11 a.m., Texas Longhorn cattle will face off for the highest quality animal in the Texas Longhorn Show, hosted by the Wyoming Longhorn Breeders Association. A tradition at the Wyoming State Fair, the Longhorn Show is held in the Longhorn Show Pens between the Midway and the Ford Grandstand Arena. Show observers will see great cattle that represent an icon of the West. During the show, cattle breeders are vying for
top honors in the state, as well as points toward their ranking in the Texas Longhorn Breeders Association of America end-of-the-year finale, where they compete nationwide for recognition. Classes include youth, halter and loose divisions, and mature cows and steers are shown loose in the arena during the event. WLBA Jan McDaniel says, “We hope fairgoers will come to our event, stick around and learn a little about Texas Longhorn cattle.”
NUMEROUS EXHIBITS TO BE ON DISPLAY, JUDGED AT WYOMING STATE FAIR
This year’s exhibits at the Wyoming State Fair will have something for everyone to enjoy and browse throughout the week of the fair. Attendees can check out displays of pictures, paintings, drawings, needlework and even gardening in this event that is free to the public from Wednesday, Aug. 15 to Saturday, Aug. 18. Exhibits will be on display in buildings including Ft. Casper, Ft. Fetterman, Ft. Laramie, Ft. Reno and the Upper Ag Hall and Peabody Ag and Natural Resource Center. Judging for open crafted arts, drawing/photography, foods, gardening and needlework on Monday, Aug. 13, while
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Thursday, Aug. 16 will feature 4-H judging for all exhibits, excluding animals. Public access is limited during all exhibit judging. Guest viewing for open class buildings will run from Wednesday, Aug. 15 through Saturday, Aug. 18 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. 4-H and FFA exhibit buildings will be open for guest viewing Friday, Aug. 17 and Saturday, Aug. 18 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Awards will be given to the best three displays in each category, allowing guests to see who won and admire work of all the entrants.
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Friday, Aug. 17 Afternoon Schedule 1 p.m.
Wyoming State Finals Ranch Rodeo (Ford Grandstand)
7 p.m.
PRCA Bob Ruwart Motors Ram Rodeo (Ford Grandstand)
3 p.m.
Sheep Lead Contest (Event Tent)
FFA Swine Showmanship, followed by Youth Market Swine Show (TriState G&T Show Center)
Crowning of Miss Rodeo Wyoming 2018 (Ford Grandstand)
9 p.m.
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USA Arm Wrestling Weigh-in (Ford Grandstand)
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WYOMING STATE FINALS RANCH RODEO
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In a twist on traditional rodeo events, the Wyoming State Finals Ranch Rodeo brings ranchers together in teams to compete in five events – wild cow milking, team doctor, team branding, team trailering and ranch bronc riding. Teams have qualified at a local ranch rodeo to compete in the event, which is slated for Friday, Aug. 17 at 1 p.m. Tickets are available for $10 for youth and
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$15 for adults, and everyone is encouraged to attend this exciting, family friendly event.
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SHEEP LEAD CONTEST
With Wyoming’s wool recognized as top in the country, men and women of all ages compete in sheep lead, where they use the fine fiber to create garments. The Sheep Lead Contest asks contestants to make a wool garment for themselves and a matching piece for a sheep. Contestants model their
garments and show sheep during this fun event, held on Friday, Aug. 17 at 3 p.m. in the Event Tent.
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RODEO ACTION
In a second performance, the PRCA Bob Ruwart Motors Ram Rodeo will be held on Friday, Aug. 17 at 7 p.m. With stock from Casper’s Triple V Rodeo, the event will be a crowd-pleaser for all. Tickets are available for $10 for youth and $15 for adults and are available at wystatefair. com, at the Wyoming State Fair Office or at the box office under the Ford Grandstand Arena immediately prior to the event.
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MISS RODEO WYOMING CORONATION
After four days of grueling competition, Miss Rodeo Wyoming 2019 will be crowned during the Friday, Aug. 17 PRCA Bob Ruwart Motors Ram Rodeo. Three qualified candidates competed throughout the week in horsemanship, personality, sales and more, but only one will be selected to represent the state in 2019.
Get the latest information on activities of the Wyoming State Fair at facebook.com/ TheWyomingStateFair.
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4-H COMPETITIONS HEAT UP ON WYOMING STATE FAIRGROUNDS 4-H members from across the state of Wyoming compete in a variety of contests at the Wyoming State Fair, and the world of competition only starts at showing their home-raised livestock in a variety of contests. Learn about other 4-H contests below.
LIVESTOCK JUDGING
For 4-H members, understanding what makes the best market livestock is an important part of understanding the agriculture industry. The contest requires that competitors rank classes of livestock – including both breeding and market cattle, sheep and hogs – from best to worst. Then, they are asked to tell a judge the reason why they ranked classes the way they did. The competition gives 4-H members insight into what traits are important for livestock production.
The Fashion Revue will take place at the Douglas High School Auditorium on Saturday, Aug. 18 at 7 p.m.
FASHION REVUE
Creative 4-Hers from around the state will have the chance to test their skills against the best around during the annual 4-H Fashion Revue. Set up like a fashion show, clothing will be modeled that 4-H students have hand sewn themselves. Come watch the exciting show and cheer on the young clothing designers who have put in hours of work to create unique clothing.
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PROGRAMS PROVIDE CONSERVATION FOCUS YEAR-ROUND IN DOUGLAS Grant funding and private donations provided for the Pathway to Water Quality and Living Legacy program on the Wyoming State Fairgrounds, both of which have helped to enhance the grounds. The Pathway to Water Quality, which was completed in 2016, serves to divert excess water from the Wyoming State Fairgrounds to the North Platte River as a functional wetland and to provide an educational opportunity on innovating practices for protecting water quality. Throughout several phases, the Pathway utilized permeable pavers, an eco-grid and French drainage systems, along with educational signage, along the North Platte River. The path ends in a wetland, featuring native Wyoming plants, west of the Pepsi Equine Center. “These installations have made a significant difference in the pooling and runoff of water on the grounds,” says Wyoming Association of Conservation Districts (WACD) Executive Director Bobbie Frank. “We also have a Pathway to Water Quality tent that is set up in front of the Ag and Natural Resources building, and we bring of a stream trailer that the kids can get on to see how what we do on a landscape affects
water quality through runoff or building of materials.” While the Pathway to Water Quality is focused on water conservation, the Living Legacy program provides both a way to replace trees on the fairgrounds and pay tribute to individuals and families in the state. Since 2006, numerous trees have been planted, and most have been protected with Wyoming-themed tree guards. The trees were planted to replace old Cottonwoods that were removed for safety concerns. Trees are planted as a memorial to individuals or families, and a brochure is available in the Wyoming State Fairgrounds listing honorees, as well as the location of trees across the grounds.
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RODEO AND EQUINE EVENTS TO DRAW TOP TALENT DURING
2018 WYOMING STATE FAIR
Rodeo and equine events are an important part of the heritage of Wyoming, and the 2018 Wyoming State Fair and Rodeo will bring a lineup of roping and rodeo events during the four-day events.
PRCA RAM RODEO
With high-quality stock from Triple V Rodeo Company and local talent, coupled with nationally recognized cowboys, the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) Bob Ruwart Motors RAM Rodeo will bring two nights of rodeo to the Wyoming State Fairgrounds. On Wednesday, Aug. 15 and Friday, Aug. 17 at 7 p.m., rodeo tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for youth. During the Friday, Aug. 17, Miss Rodeo Wyoming 2019 will be crowned. The rodeo is expected to bring family fun for all with an impressive showcase of cowboys and cowgirls from across the country. Visit wystatefair.com for more information or to purchase tickets. Tickets can also be purchased at the Wyoming State Fair office or box office prior to the event.
fastest time completing tasks like roping, sorting cattle and powder branding cattle, the Wyoming State Finals Ranch Rodeo will bring cowboys and cowgirls from across the state to compete for top honors. Awards such as Top Hand and Top Horse will be given out, so make sure to buy a ticket for the event in the Ford Grandstand. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for youth.
TEAM ROPING
Team roping returns to the Wyoming State Fair this year, bringing the opportunities for professionals and amateurs alike to pit their roping skills against one another. On Saturday, Aug. 18 beginning at 9:30 a.m., National Team Roping (NTR) presents the 2018 Wyoming State Fair Classic. The #11 Megabucks Qualifier, #10 Bonus Roping and #9 Megabucks Qualifiers will all allow competitors with NTR membership to compete for trophy buckles, saddles and cash prizes. Entries for the event close at 9:15 a.m. Entrants are advised to show up early to allow time for animal health check-in on all livestock and pets. Learn more by visiting nationalteamroping. com or calling Steele Roping at 307-290-0743.
WYOMING STATE FINALS RANCH RODEO
With ranches and jobs back home, Wyoming’s own ranchers have earned the right to compete at the 2018 Wyoming State Finals Ranch Rodeo at 1 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 17. Teams earn their place at the finals by winning a qualifying ranch rodeo, and contestants bring their skills to compete in five events – ranch bronc riding, team penning, team branding, doctoring and wild cow milking. During the event, cowboys and cowgirls from around the state of Wyoming compete for the
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Saturday, Aug. 18 Morning Schedule 8 a.m.
Big Wave Performance
4-H Beef Showmanship, followed by FFA Beef Showmanship, followed by Youth Market Beef Show (Beef Show Ring)
Open Class Sheep Show and Natural Colored Sheep Show (Tri-State G&T Show Center)
Wyoming Mustang Days Show (Pepsi Equine Center)
4-H Sheep Showmanship, followed by Youth Champion of Champions Market Lamb (Sheep/Goat Show Ring)
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4-H Dog Show and Showmanship Contest (Horse Grass and Trail Arenas)
Wyoming Farmers’ Market (Wyoming Mercantile)
Crabtree Carnival Opens
Vendors open
Exhibit Buildings open to public
USA Arm Wrestling weigh-in, followed by USA Arm Wrestling competition (Ford Grandstand)
11 a.m. Mountain States Lamb Cooperative Performance Lamb Contest Awards
National Team Roping (Silver Arena)
10 a.m. Wyoming State Fair Parade (Downtown Douglas)
ARBA Rabbit Show (Event Tent)
Dock Dogs Registration followed by
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LEGEND Restrooms
Brownfield Rd.
ATM
First Aid
Carnival
Security
154 Blue Camping
Pepsi FREE Public Parking
ADA Parking
Directions to Dock Dogs
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Tri-State G&T Center
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Mercantile
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Pepsi Equine Center
West Arena
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Goat
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Dock Dogs Area
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Vendors
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Ford Grandstand
Peabody
Ford Center Vendors
Carnival Area
ADA Parking
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YOUTH BEEF EVENTS
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Young people from around the state will bring their market steers and heifers to the Wyoming State Fair on Saturday, Aug. 18 for a full day of shows, representing months of work and hours of dedication. Watch them face off for the Grand Champion Market Steer in the Youth Market Beef Show, beginning with showmanship classes at 8 a.m. in the beef show rings, with more information on page 91.
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DOG SHOW
4-Hers will bring their best trained puppies to the Wyoming State Fair to compete in the 4-H Dog Show. Held in the grassy horse arenas, the dog shows provide showmanship, obedience, conformation, agility and rally classes for competition. Youth compete against other youth their age, so be sure to stop by the grassy arenas at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 18. Learn more on page 28.
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STATE FAIR PARADE
Each year, the Wyoming State Fair Parade draws hundreds to downtown Douglas for floats, flags, horses and political candidates. The Wyoming State Fair Parade will begin at 10 a.m. and promises a full line-up of sights to see. Make sure to take a short walk from the Wyoming State Fairgrounds to downtown Douglas for the biggest parade of the year on Saturday, Aug. 18. See page 22 for more information.
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SHEEP SHOWS
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FARMERS’ MARKET
The sheep competitions continue on Saturday, Aug. 18 at 11 a.m. with 4-H Sheep Showmanship, followed by the Youth Champion of Champions Market Lamb Show will continue in the sheep show rings, and more information is available on page 55.
The Grown in Wyoming program will host the Wyoming State Fair Farmers’ Market in front of the Wyoming Mercantile, beginning at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 18, to provide the freshest produce from the Douglas area for fairgoers. Check out the local offerings, including homemade breads and jams, honey and produce, at the Farmers’ Market.
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USA ARM WRESTLING
Muscles matter for the 2018 USA Arm Wrestling tournament. Held in the Ford Grandstand Arena, competitors will match brawn to determine the strongest Wyomingite. Weigh-in for the event begins at 3 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 17 and continues until 5 p.m. Weigh-in continues at 11 a.m. and will be followed by the competition. Be sure to check out this free entertainment to see the strongest men and women around, and learn more on page 93.
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TAKING THE TOP SPOT TAYLOR WON 2017 WYOMING STATE FAIR MARKET STEER SHOW
ouglas – After a 20-minute champion drive, Allie Taylor of Riverton was selected as the 2017 Champion Market Beef, with her steer Texas Chrome. The 13-yearold called the win a life changing moment that helped her realize how hard work really does pay off. “I’ve been showing steers for five years,” Taylor, who is the daughter of Dustin Taylor and Cherrie Wychgram, says. “We went to the Northern International Livestock Exposition (NILE), and I watched the beef show. That was when I got hooked. I have shown cattle ever since.” Last year, Taylor started in October with her steer, starting with halter-breaking and then beginning to wash, dry, clip and work the steer. She also regularly utilizes a cold barn to help the steer grow hair, all of which took time and effort. “It wasn’t easy to always get up at 5:30 or six in the morning every day to take care of him,” Taylor says. “I feel like, after winning at Wyoming State Fair, that my hard work has finally paid off.” In the long-term, Taylor hopes to raise her own show cattle.
“Starting this year, I’ll be going to more national shows, like stock shows in Phoenix, Ariz. and Denver, Colo.,” she adds. Taylor also started eighth grade at Riverton Middle School. “My sister helped me a lot with my project this year,” Taylor comments. “I’m also thankful to LeClair Cattle Company and the Wurdeman family for helping me get my steer ready to show. They helped me every step of the way – from making decisions on what I should feed to the best plans to take care of him. They all helped me get to where I am today.”
BEEF CATTLE SHOWS PROMISE TO ADD COMPETITIVE EDGE
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epresenting Wyoming’s vast cattle industry in the state, the next generation of cattle producers will bring their livestock to the Wyoming State Fair to compete in the youth beef shows. Youth beef shows kick off with several production showcases classes, including the Wyoming Future Cattle Producers, Northern International Livestock Exposition (NILE) Merit Heifer and National Western Stock Show Catch-A-Calf Show at 8 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 17. These three programs pair 4-H and FFA members with producer mentors, who donate a heifer to the student. The student then works with their mentor to breed, develop and calve the heifer. The two-year programs highlight cattle production, record keeping and working with mentors to develop superb projects. Then, at 9 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 17, young peo-
ple with breeding cattle will bring their best to the show ring to compete in the Youth Breeding Beef Show, Pen of Five Beef Heifers and Open Prospect Calf shows. Finishing up the fair with a full day of beef shows, the 4-H and FFA Beef Showmanship contests kick off at 8 a.m., followed by the Youth Market Beef Show, Pen of Five Market Beef Show and Champion of Champions Shows. All market events bring the top-quality market animals to Douglas from across the state in the beef show ring on the Wyoming State Fairgrounds. Buckles, banners, rosettes and cash prizes are up for grabs, as youth demonstrate their ability to train cattle for the show ring, as well as their skills in raising beef cattle. Visit the Wyoming State Fair’s Youth Beef Shows to get a glimpse inside the next generation of cattle production.
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MUSTANG DAYS RETURNS TO THE WYOMING STATE FAIR
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yomingites are encouraged to bring their wild horses and burros to the Wyoming State Fair and Rodeo. For Wyomingites who don’t own a wild horse or burro can adopt their own at the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) booth during the Wyoming State Fair. The 2018 Mustang Days will be held in
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conjunction with the fair, and a full schedule of events is planned. From Wednesday, Aug. 15 to Friday, Aug. 17, the BLM booth will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. The booth will feature trained wild horses and burros from Mantle Ranch, which are available for adoption by silent bidding. All bids will close on Friday, Aug. 17 at 5 p.m., and daily training demonstrations will offer the opportunity for Wyomingites to see the horses in action. Then, on Saturday, Aug. 18 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., the Wyoming Mustang Days All Mustang Horse Show will be held, and the Tri-State Mustang Show will be completed. Both events bring mustang trainers from across the region to Douglas to show off their training skills and earn awards for their work. Visit the Wild Horse and Burro Program on Facebook to view all animals available for adoption. For more information on other events or adoptions and direct purchase options visit blm.gov/whb or call 866-468-7826.
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FAIR IS JAM-PACKED WITH ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS FOR FAIRGOERS Aside from livestock shows, the Wyoming State Fair offers numerous other events for fairgoers to enjoy while on the grounds. COWBOY CHURCH
On Wednesday, Aug. 15, the Ford Grandstand will host Cowboy Church at the Wyoming State Fair. The opportunity to showcase western heritage and gather in faith at 5 p.m. in the Ford Grandstands will bring church-going fairgoers together to celebrate a tradition that has lived strong in the western and cowboy heritage for generations.
BONSAI DEMONSTRATION
For the better part of 20 years, folks interested in various trees and plants that thrive in Wyoming have learned countless tips and tricks on caring for these plants from the Laramie Peak Bonsai Society. That will be the case again this year, as the local society will be presenting an
hour-long demonstration at the Ag and Natural Resource Center at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 18. The group will bring in various plants and trees and discuss the various methods to properly care for these plants to bring what could be a dwindling plant back to life and even thrive.
FEAT OF STRENGTH
Test your might among the strongest around at the USA Arm Wrestling Competition this year. Have you ever wondered what your true inner strength is? Ever considered putting your muscle up against the strongest arms around? The Wyoming State Fair has you covered in the USA Arm Wrestling Competition, which is free to enjoy. The event is slated to begin at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 18 at the Ford Grandstand.
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Saturday, Aug. 18 Afternoon Schedule 1 p.m. Pig N’ Mud Wrestling Championships (Ford Grandstand) Youth Market Goat Champion of Champions (Sheep/Goat Arena) 1:30 p.m. Sheep Shearing Demonstrations (Wool Pavilion) Bonsai Demonstration (Ag and Natural Resources Center) 3 p.m. Youth Alpaca and Llama Show (Grass Arenas) Youth Champion of Champions Market Beef (Beef Show Ring) 4 p.m.
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Showmanship (Swine and Goat Arenas) Youth Market Swine Champion of Champions, followed by WVATA Youth Market Jackpot Market Swine Show (Tri-State G&T Show Center Demolition Derby (Ford Grandstand) 4-H Fashion Revue (Location TBA)
8:30-10 p.m. Pepsi-sponsored 4-H and FFA Exhibitors Dance (Cafeteria Commons) 9 a.m. Exhibit Buildings close Vendors close 12 midnight Carnival closes
FFA Round Robin
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Brownfield Rd.
ATM
First Aid
Carnival
Security
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138 Red Camping South Dr.
Pepsi Equine Center
West Arena
Cowboy Dr.
Vendors
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Mercantile
Roundup Tent Ford Pavilion Cattle/ Sheep
Arena Pepsi Stage
North Stage
Goat Sheep
Midway
Dock Dogs Area
Check-In Here
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ADA Parking
Directions to Dock Dogs
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Wool Peabody
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Ford Grandstand
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Ford Center Vendors
Carnival Area
ADA Parking
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PIG ‘N MUD WRESTLING
The final afternoon of the Wyoming State Fair kicks off at 1 p.m. with the muddiest event of the week. The Pig ‘N Mud Wrestling Championships asks teams of four to wrestle a muddy pig into a barrel. Check out the action in the Ford Grandstand Arena on Saturday, Aug. 18. Learn more on page 95.
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Saturday, Aug. 18 beginning at 1:30 p.m. A shearer will clip sheep demonstrating to the audience how the process is done. Visit the Sheep Shearing Demonstrations for a little insight into shearing time on Wyoming’s farms and ranches, or for more information see page 95.
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ALPACAS AND LLAMAS
Alpacas and llamas are making another appearance at the Wyoming State Fair, bringing with them talented youth to show
and demonstrate their skills. Alpacas and llamas compete in classes including obstacles, costume and public relations, where youth showcase how gentle and crowd-friendly their animals are. Stop by the Alpaca and Llama Show on Saturday, Aug. 18, following the Dog Show.
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ROUND ROBIN
4-H and FFA members who have placed top of their species in showmanship have the opportunity to compete in Round Robin Showmanship on Saturday, Aug. 18 at 4 p.m. During Round Robin Showmanship, youth will take part in a rotational showing contest, showing all the large species that are showed at fair, including sheep, cattle, horses, pigs, goats and more. Watch the best of the best in showing at the Wyoming State Fairgrounds in the sheep and goat arenas.
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DEMOLITION DERBY
The Wyoming State Fair closes with a literal bang, as the Demolition Derby comes to the Ford Grandstand Arena at 6 p.m. During the event, competitors build cars that can withstand collisions. In two-minute rounds, cars crash into each other, striving to be the last one standing. The winner of the event gets bragging rights and a cash prize. Learn more on page 97.
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SLIPPERY SWINE EVENT CHALLENGES ALL AGES
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o you have what it takes to battle through the muck and the grit to wrestle around with illusive, slippery pigs in front of a huge audience cheering fans? For those who want to add a little dirt to their Wyoming State Fair experience, the Pig ‘N Mud Wrestling Championship has you covered once again this year. Grab three of your friends and get ready for a messy, oinkin’ good time. The event will take place at the Ford Grandstand,
and begins at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 18. Teams of four are required to compete, and champions coming from each county are encouraged to come out and fight for bragging rights in pig wrestling glory. This year’s divisions include juniors ages 9-15, women age 16 and older, men ages 16 and older and co-ed teams ages 16 and older. A $50 fee is required to participate. Admission is free of charge for all spectators enjoying the muddy magnificence.
WOOL INDUSTRY HIGHLIGHTED AT THE END OF THE MIDWAY
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n 2018, Wyoming’s wool has once again been touted as the best in the United States, with wool prices bringing as much as 10 cents over the rest of the country, in some cases. To highlight the top-quality products, as well as shed some light on the other important facets of the sheep and wool industries, the Wool Barn will host a full schedule of events during the Wyoming State Fair. Wool from across the state will be entered in a variety of classes and judged for quality at the Wyoming State Fair. Top clips will receive rosettes for their fine wools. The Wool Barn is open to visitors, who are welcome to visit with sheep industry representatives that can shed light on how wool is
judged and the importance of the fiber. Then, on Saturday, Aug. 18 at 1:30 p.m., a sheep shearing demonstration will be held in the Wool Pavilion, giving onlookers the chance to watch shearers as they remove the wool from sheep. The opportunity is a unique chance for Wyomingites to take a step into the sheep industry and see first-hand what ranchers do every year. Tracy Dilts, show superintendent, says “The Wool Show encourages improved wool production, stimulates interest and knowledge in the proper preparation of wool for market and informs the public on the versatile uses of wool as a high-quality textile fiber.”
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CRASH COURSE RETURNS AT ANNUAL DEMOLITION DERBY
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he sounds and sights of cars smashing together is always a fan-favorite at the annual Demolition Derby at the Wyoming State Fair. The event returns once again this year, being held at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 18 at the Ford Grandstand. The action-packed vehicular madness runs for two minutes per event, allowing drivers to engage in an all-out battle for who can last the longest and reign supreme for most durable vehicle and talented driver. Participants will be scored based on their mettle and driving skills used to take out other competitors. Once a champion is crowned following each heat, prizes will be awarded soon thereafter. The event is great to bring the whole family together to watch the craziness ensue as motorists crush their custom-built destroyers into the evening hours. Tickets are available
for purchase at wystatefair.com and cost $15 for adults and $10 for youth. Children 2 and under are free with a paid adult. Tickets can also be purchased at the gate. To enter the derby, participants need to check their vehicles in between the hours of 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. on the day of the derby and allow for inspection. For more information, contact Trevor at 307-359-2619 or Par at 307-359-5517. Registration forms can be found at wystatefair.com or in the Wyoming State Fair Premium Book.
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