Missouri Junior Holstein Association



				2008 Junior Officer Team: L-R: President, Monica Ling; Vice-President, Scott Wilson; Secretary/Treasurer, Kim Wilson; Co-Reporters, Brittany Groves, Bailee Whitehead & Colton Rademacher; Historian, Kelsey Ling & Charlotte Jackson. Missouri Junior Holstein Association Officers Monica Ling, President 4612 E. Farm Rd. 116, Springfield, MO 65802 (417) 864-8659 Nicateen23@aol.com Scott Wilson, Vice President 10628 Iris Rd, Neosho, MO 64850 (417) 451-7236 mailto:miwilfarms@joplin.com Kim Wilson, Secretary 10628 Iris Rd, Neosho, MO 64850 (417) 451-7236 mailto:miwilfarms@joplin.com Brittany Groves, Co-Reporter 143 Barnett Rd, Billings, MO 65610 (417) 258-2384 grovesview@aol.com Bailee Whitehead, Co-Reporter 5024 Long Hwy Y, Conway, MO 65632 (417) 589-2227 whiteheaddairy@alltel.net Colton Rademacher, Co-Reporter 1484 Hwy Y, Owensville, MO 65066 (573) 437-6565 crystal7@fidnet.com Kelsey Ling, Historian 4612 E. Farm Rd. 116, Springfield, MO 65802 (417) 864-8659 Charlotte Jackson, Historian 210 Mona St., New Cambria, MO 63558 (660) 226-5663 Janice Perry, State Advisor 7770 West Farm Road, 156 Republic, MO 65738 (417) 865-3566 peteybaker2@aol.com Field Day Help! The Juniors were great help at Field Day! Blake Wright, Kim Wilson, Adrian Buff, Brittany Groves, Kristin Luttrell
	This is a statewide organization open to any boy or girl in Missouri under 21. It promotes Registered Holsteins and has 172 members. Dues are $2.00 per year per member. Click For Membership Form


	Dairy Bowl, Public Speaking, Jeopardy, and building a banner for National Convention. Judging at local, state and national levels. Showing at local, state and national shows Cow Camp




	State Spring Show Awards All-Missouri Junior Awards Distinguished Jr. Member Award Princess and Missouri Miss Spring Show Junior District Show Awards All-Missouri District Junior and Senior Member Awards Princess Scholarship Spring Classic Scholarship

Fort Davidson


The crew is reading about the fort and its reminants	Our Group Kim Wilson, Corvin Schoen, Kristin Luttrell, Adrian Buff, Brittany Groves, Blake Wright, Janice Perry & Marvin Schoen

Fort Davidson was once a real fort as you would imagine it. We were surprised to see nothing but a visitor center and a big mound of dirt surrounded by a moat that was once where the fort stood. The fort was blown up as the troops deserted it after a battle. The ammunition was piled inside the fort and blown up. That is where the hole came from. Not a huge hole but one where there was 1500 troops fighting from during the battle there at Fort Davidson. Marvin Schoen who was guiding us this afternoon was quite knowledgeable about the battle and showed us around.

Blast Hole!
Kim & Blake look at the hole made from the large blast!

Elephant Rocks


This is Elephant Rock! We look very small in comparison! These were huge bolders!	Even the trees grew around the large granite rocks.

Old Station House!
Granite train station house still in really good shape except for the roof.

Our next stop was quite interesting and exhausting. Elephant Rocks State Park was just down the road from Fort Davidson. The huge rocks were everywhere. As we turned in the drive we could see one sticking out from the trees high over the park. It was not too long before we found ourselves beside this rock. These rocks were made of granite and had been in a mining area for over 100 years. We took the walking tour of these rocks and saw where early miners and rock cutters had put their names in the rocks. Most of the etching was found way up on top of the hill that I mentioned earlier. What an impressive sight. We visited an engine building that at one time was where the trains were serviced for the mines. It was made of rock and still stood strong and except for the roof that was missing. It could be put back into use today since the tracks were still there. We were learning all along the trail from the signs put there to point out interesting tidbits. Some told us to go one way for wheelchairs, or watch out for snakes, or be careful of the narrow passages. We went down and around several rock formations to find our way back to the entrance. We took a small water break and headed for the last stop of our field trip.

Holding Up the Rock!
Boy are we strong, as we all keep this rock from rolling down the hill!

Johnson's Shut Ins State Park


Having fun at the Shut Ins Kim, Adrian, Brittany, Kristin, Corvin & Blake pose on the rocks where they are wading.	Most all of them eventually got wet before getting out!

I am sure most everybody has heard of Johnson’s Shut Ins State Park. I am among all of you who knew nothing about it except that it had a dam break and washed away a campground and the caretaker house three years ago in January. Well, there is much more to this story and I wish I had researched it more before we went over there. It seems that the Shut Ins is referring to the water that cannot go anywhere but through many rock formations jutting out of the ground in a small area of the river. Wow, what a sight. It is a popular swimming place since it has lots of small waterfalls and pools of shallow to pretty deep water. Marvin said something about it being like seals sunning themselves on the rocks. HUH? Well, when we finally got to the end of the boardwalk, there they were---people sunning themselves on top of the funny shaped rocks! The kids had gone ahead of us and Jodi said, “Somebody will be wet when we get there”, right she was. Her own son, Blake, had accidentally fallen in and was wet, but not as wet as he would get before we left. It was great fun to walk down between the rocks and at times it was slippery and finally some of them were accidentally wet too. Had we known, we would have planned on staying longer and swimming. If you need a place to spend a few days off, this would be my choice. The campground is still closed from the dam break and flood but should be open next summer.

For the kids who went on this excursion, it started out kind of dry at the fort and got better at each stop. We had a full day and really had a good time.

Later in the evening we had pizza and visited the Schoen farm to see if we could help get ready for the next day. The kids got some trash cans ready for recycling cans from drinks and helped set up some tables. A motel was a welcome sight around 10:00 o’clock.


Blake Wright slips and gets wet. Accidently?	There was a lot to explore. We could have spent all day there!

Field Day


Kim Wilson makes sign thanking sponsors while others set up chairs.	Adrian & Brittany move tables for vendor displays.

The next day, we put our juniors to work parking cars, participating in the judging contest, (Adrian Buff won the Junior division), picking up trash, setting up chairs and anything else that needed done for the crowd of 130+.

We had a busy two days but something that the juniors will remember for years. History and scenic sights along with mingling with other Holstein members from all over made our trip worthwhile. The Schoen’s put on a top notch field day and can be proud that so many people came to see their accomplishments on their Registered Holstein farm in Southeast Missouri.

Thanks to them and all the people they brought together to help them carry out a big project.

I enjoyed myself and hope the kids did too. Following are the juniors I had go on the field trip: Kim Wilson- 2008 Mo. Holstein Princess, Brittany Groves, Kristin Luttrell, Adrian Buff, Corvin Schoen and Blake Wright. Jodi Wright and Marvin Schoen were adult attendees with Marvin being our host for the day. Thanks for the invite Marvin.

I would like to make this an annual event by visiting some local points of interest at the field day area. Plan on joining us next year in a place to be decided later on.

Janice Perry, Junior Chairman

IT'S A 'SUNDAY' SUNDAY FOR THE JUNIORS

We are having Ice Cream Sundays on Sunday at the state fair! So come one come all to enjoy some time with fellow juniors and just to relax. Place will be announced at the fair, but be ready at about noon on Sunday, August 17 for a cool and refreshing treat!

Junior District Baskets for Silent Auction

The juniors are again having a silent auction at the State Sale in Marshfield. Each district will be responsible for a basket with the theme of their choosing. It is to be on display on Saturday morning, October 18 before and during the sale.

I suggest you get together with your district juniors at your district show or state fair and discuss your plans. Make sure somebody is in charge. I would like a rough explanation of your basket ideas at STATE FAIR. I will put this on the web site for everyone to know what will be available.

We will take bids at state sale and at the end of the sale we will award the baskets to the highest bidders.

A REWARD will be given to the district with the top selling basket. At their 2009 District show, the juniors win a pizza party at a restaurant of their choice. Last year's winner was the West Central District!

Let's get creative and have some fun with this. This is a junior fund raising event that helps to make available Junior All-Missouri awards, Princess scholarships, trips to convention, state fair social, Cow Camp, and other projects the juniors support.

2008 Show Schedule

We are including as many local fairs and shows here for your information. If you are having trouble finding places for your young exhibitors to show at this might help you and others.

If you know of other shows that are not listed on here, please email me or fill out the Request for Information form on the main page, and I will be glad to include your show. Please include the following: Date, location, if open to all youth, contact name and number.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS:

MAY:
May 17	Fair Grove Junior Livestock Show Contact: tresa.ryan@coxhealth.com	All Youth
May 17	Stone Cty Youth Livestock & Horse Show Contact: Lesa King	All Youth
May 24	Ash Grove Youth Fair Contact: Gene Doran 417-751-2529 or 417-848-6632	All Youth

JUNE:
June 6-7	Lawrence Co. Fair Contact: Karla Deaver 417-466-3102	All Youth
June 17	Clinton County Fair, Plattsburg Register 8AM, Show 10AM Contact: Dale Hunsburger 816-539-3765	All Youth
June 19 - 21	Polk Co. Fair Contact: Teresa Bishop	All Youth
June 25 - 28	Dallas Co. Fair Contact: Teresa Bishop	All Youth
June 21	Republic Show 7pm Dairy, Saddle Club Arena off Miller Rd Contact: Janice Perry 417-865-3566	All Youth
June 27	Andrew County, Savannah Register 9AM, Show 10AM Contact: Brad Dixon 816-662-35156	All Youth
June 27 - 28	Barry County Youth Fair Contact: Karla Deaver 417-766-3102	All Youth
JULY:
July 4-5	Greene Co. 4-H Fair, Springfield	Greene County Only
July 8 - 12	Newton Co. Fair Contact: Lynda DuMond	Newton/McDonald Only
July 9 - 12	Christian Co. Fair, Ozark	All Youth
July 11 - 12	Bates County Fair, Butler Arrive July 11, Show July 12, 9AM Contact: Lynn Morgan at 660-679-5808	All Youth
July 8 - 12	Land-O-Lakes Fair Contact Sarah Thomas	Cedar/St. Clair Only
July 16	Cass County Fair Pleasant Hill, show at 1PM Contact: Mattie Springer 816-987-3549	All Youth
July 16 - 19	Webster Co. Fair Contact: Bill Roberts 417-933-5606 or Kyle Whittaker 417-468-5047 or Jeannie Moreno	All Youth
July 17 - 19	McDonald Co. Fair Contact: Lynda DuMond	McDonald/Newton Only
July 17	Nodaway County Show Maryville	All Youth
July 25	Cass County Junior Livestock Show Harrisonville, Show 1PM Contact: Jay Moreland 816-884-3697	All Youth
July 25 - Aug 3	Ozark Empire Fair, Springfield http://www.ozarkempirefair.com	All Youth
AUGUST:
August 7 - 17	Missouri State Fair, Sedalia http://www.mostatefair.com	All Youth
Aug 22 - 29	Lamar Fair & Horse Show Contact: Elaine Davis	All Youth

First Annual Dairy Judging Camp
Visits Mid-Missouri Dairies!

Karla Deaver, Ted Probert & Al Brandt work with juniors.

The first annual Dairy Judging camp was held on July 8-10. The campers based in Columbia, MO. The 9 campers in attendance visited the University of MO Dairy, Brandt Dairy, and Echo-L. They were schooled on the elements of dairy judging by Karla Deaver and Ted Probert. Dr. Barry Steevens also attended. I got to watch as the campers judged 4 classes of Holsteins at Brandt Dairy. Thanks to everyone who helped put this opportunity together and hope to see you next year!
By: Colton Rademacher, Co-Reporter


Boys judging some cows.	Ted & Karla talk to the group about this class.

FUND RAISERS:

We still have some Sweat-Shirts for sale at $20 each.

ACTIVITIES:

Jr. All-Missouri Points: Juniors voted to continue the point system. The points are as follows:
Spring Show — 10
District Show — 16
State Fair — 20 points
First junior animal exhibited by a junior in each open class receives full points, with following places decreasing by 2 points each. Again awards will be given per child instead of per class, and one award will be presented for partnership animals.
Jr. Membership Fees due March 15: Membership form on main page to print or in Pulsator newsletter. It is important for juniors also to get their state dues paid on time, with the correct address, phone number and email address. This is the information we utilize to contact you throughout the year regarding awards, programs, activities, etc. We do not want you to miss out on an event because we did not have your accurate information. State membership fees are due by March 15. If your household only has junior members (no adult membership) then you might want to consider adding a Mid-States Magazine subscription for $5. A great way to stay connected.

Call or E-Mail me any time if you have questions about
Missouri Junior Holstein activities.
My address is peteybaker2@aol.com.
My home address is:
7770 West Farm Road 156, Republic, Missouri 65738.
Sincerely,
Janice Perry 417-865-3566
State Junior Holstein Chairman

2008
July 1	State Fair Entries Due. Go online at mostatefair.com to enter.
July 12	WC District Show, 10AM, Butler
July 16	Field Day, Scheon Farms, Oak Ridge, MO
Aug 1	Jr. Holstein Show Ozark Empire Fair, 8AM Springfield
Aug 3	Open Holstein Show Ozark Empire Fair, 8AM Springfield
Aug 16	Jr Show, State Fair, Heifers Only, Sedalia, MO 4 PM
Aug 17	Jr Show, State Fair, Cows Only, Sedalia, MO 8 AM
Aug 17	Following conclusion of Jr Holstein Show, There will be a 'Sunday Party'. Time to be announced. Sedalia, MO
Sept. 30	International Jr. Holstein Show, Madison, WI Judge: John Erbson