Innisfree-Minburn 4-H Beef Club Excels At 60th Annual Show And Sale

Under the scorching sun and high temperatures the Innisfree-Minburn 4-H Beef Club showcased their hard work and talent at the 60th Annual Show and Sale, held on May 28 at the Minburn Ag Grounds. With a strong turnout of supporters, the event highlighted the efforts of the club’s 24 dedicated 4-H members, and the two cleaver kids

The show began with a group photo, the playing of O’ Canada and the recital of the 4-H pledge. The show was emceed by former 4-H member and parent Shawn Chomik, and commenced, promptly at 1 p.m. where members presented their well-groomed steers, heifers, and 2 and 3 year-old cow/calf pairs for conformation judging, showmanship and grooming evaluation by Judges Mark Shologan (conformation) and Emily Yaremko (showmanship and grooming) with the assistance of Ringmen Kaylee Anderson and Ryan Nauenburg.

The animals on display reflected the members’ expertise in halter breaking, grooming, and clipping techniques, impressing both judges and spectators. The event provided an opportunity for the judges to assess the outcome of the members’ careful selection and diligent care in raising their project animals.

In the female category, Brock Jackson’s well-defined animal earned the Grand Champion Female title, reflecting his dedication and hard work.

Austin Garnier’s exceptional female entry secured the Reserve Champion Female title, further highlighting the high quality of animals presented by the Innisfree-Minburn 4-H Beef Club.

The much-anticipated sale commenced at 6:30 p.m., with amazing steers up for grabs for buyers.

Among the outstanding results, Brock Jackson steer claimed the title of Grand Champion Steer, impressing the judges with its exceptional qualities, while Kiefer McLaughlin secured the Reserve Champion Steer title.

The club extends their gratitude to all sponsors for their generous support.

“Thank you to all of our past buyers, sponsors, and supporters. You are greatly appreciated and our club would not be possible without you,” commented Camille Kassian, Innisfree-Minburn 4-H Beef Club President.

In other results

Steer Confirmation: Senior: 1st: Camille Kassian, 2nd: Mason McLaughlin, 3rd: Chase Hess.

Intermediate: 1st. Kiefer McLaughlin, 2nd. Peyton Hess, 3rd. Austin Garnier. Junior class 1: 1st Cole Arnold, 2nd Dylan Garnier. 3rd Brennan Semeniuk. Junior Class 2: 1st Brock Jackson, 2nd Stella Nott, 3rd Laramie Arnold.

Heifer Confirmation: 1st: Brock Jackson, 2nd: Camille Kassian, 3rd: London McLaughlin

Cow/Calf Comfirmation: 1st: Austin Garnier, 2nd: Dylan Garnier, 3rd: Camille Kassian

Grooming: Senior: 1st: Mason McLaughlin, 2nd: Camille Kassian, 3rd: Chase Hess. Intermediate: 1st: Austin Garnier, 2nd: Peyton Hess, 3rd: Rylan Jackson. Jr class 1: 1st: Dylan Garnier, 2nd: Brennan Semeniuk, 3rd: London McLaughlin. Jr Class 2: 1st: Brock Jackson, 2nd: Katie Anderson, 3rd: Maycyn Hess, Jr final: 1st: Dylan Garnier, 2nd: Brock Jackson, 3rd: Brennan Semeniuk.

Showmanship: Senior: 1st: Camille Kassian, 2nd: Chase Hess, 3rd: Trigg Myshaniuk. Intermediate: 1st: Rylan Jackson, 2nd: Peyton Hess, 3rd: Callie Sen. Jr class 1: 1st: London McLaughlin, 2nd: Cole Arnold, 3rd: Brennan Semeniuk

Jr class 2: 1st: Sadie Bielesch, 2nd: Katie Anderson, 3rd: Maycyn Hess, Jr Final: 1st: London McLaughlin, 2nd: Sadie Bielesch, 3rd: Katie Anderson.