Western Bonanza will be holding the 26^th Annual Junior Livestock Show this Feb. 12-14, 2010

Last year’s Western Bonanza was a huge success President’s Day weekend with 426 exhibitors from all over California entering 1,704 head of livestock in the A and B shows combined. Overall award premium payouts totaled $40,000 for all species in 2009. Sponsorships accounted for $50,000 designated for class, Division Champion and Supreme Champion awards.

Exhibitors ages 9-21 will compete for prizes including belt buckles, jackets, garment bags, and duffel bags all specifically imprinted with our Western Bonanza logo.  

Look for more information and updates on our website, www.westernbonanza.calpoly.edu and our Facebook page, make sure to become a fan of the Western Bonanza fan page!  

Also make sure to book your hotel accommodations early and ask for Western Bonanza pricing.

The dates for this year’s Western Bonanza will be President’s Day Weekend, Feb. 12-14, 2010 keep those in your calendars.

 

 

 

Things to Know for 2010

• SHOW DATES: FEBRUARY 12-14 2010
• ENTRY DEADLINE JANUARY 20, 2010
  

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  Entry Forms for 2010 Western Bonanza!

  This year you can enter our show ONLINE. Western Bonanza will be accepting entries through JuniorLivestock PRO. JuniorLivestock PRO is a website for youth showman to learn, find breeders and industry information, collaborate and most importantly enter in their next jackpot show!

  To submit your entries online:
   www.juniorlivestockpro.com
  and view the Jackpots & Events section or click below to go directly to our page.

  

  Online entry will be accepted from
  December 29^th through February 5, 2010.
  
  Paper entry forms will also be accepted.

 

• Barrow Derby will be featured at our 2010 show. It will follow Swine Showmanship A on Saturday. Check the schedule for more information.
• In addition to the regional Maine-Anjou Heifer Show, there will now be a sanctioned Maine-Anjou Steer Show. Entries will be submitted at check-in. Registration papers must follow the Maine-Anjou Association guidelines.
• Best Western Black Oak is giving reduced rates for Western Bonanza exhibitors. Mention you are a part of the Western Bonanza group and reserve your room today!
• Holiday Inn Express & Suites of Paso Robles is now offering a fantastic Western Bonanza Exclusive Rate.  Click here to make this reservation today: Western Bonanza
• Bred/Owned Show will follow the selection of Supreme Champion Female Show A
• Sign-ups for the Beef Team Fitting Contest will begin at 6:30 pm on Friday and no entry fee is required

 

 

2010 Corporate Sponsors

Platinum Level

Diamond Level

  

    

          

 

Emerald Level

 

 

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The 2009 Western Bonanza Junior Livestock Show was incredibly successful. The 25th Anniversary showcased the best livestock and youth exhibitors in California. Award premium payouts totaled about $40,000 for all species included in both A and B shows. Here is a break down of the 2009 numbers:

	Total Head Entered in A and B Show
Heifers:	423
Steers:	453
Hogs:	349
Sheep:	331
Goats:	146
Totals:
Total Livestock Entered: 1,702 Head
Total Exhibitors: 426