12th Annual Provincial Sheep Show in Olds Celebrates Alberta's Young Agricultural Talent

Olds, AB – From July 11 to 14, the 12th Annual Provincial Sheep Show brought together 54 4-H Sheep Project members in a dazzling display of Alberta’s finest sheep projects. Hosted in Olds, the event was a wonderful opportunity for youth in agriculture to showcase their Ewe Lambs, Yearling Lambs, and Mature Lambs with lambs at foot.

Comradery and Competition

The show was a platform for the bonding and mutual support between Beef and Sheep 4-H members. The air was filled with excitement on Wednesday afternoon as 21 flocks were exhibited in a highly contested competition.

High Honors

The hard work and dedication of 4-H members did not go unnoticed, as several walked away with coveted titles:

Champion Ewe Lamb: Ethan Y. of St.Paul 4-H Multi Club

Reserve Ewe Lamb: Bronwyn Z. of Meadowview 4-H Multi

Champion Yearling Ewe: Kurt Y. of St. Paul 4-H Multi Club

Reserve Yearling Ewe: Julianne M. of Grassy Lake 4-H

Champion Mature Ewe: Georgia V. of Crestomere 4-H Multi Club

Reserve Mature Ewe: Ethan Y. of St. Paul 4-H Multi Club

Aggregate Winners:

Senior Aggregate: Emily of St. Paul 4-H Multi Club

2nd Senior Aggregate: Charlotte C. of Crestomere 4-H Multi Club

Intermediate Aggregate: Ethan Y. of St. Paul 4-H Multi Club

2nd Intermediate Aggregate: Julianne M. of Grassy Lake 4-H Club

Junior Aggregate: Hailey O. of Cremona 4-H Club

2nd Junior Aggregate: Evelina G. & Bronwyn Z. of Meadowview 4-H Multi

Special congratulations to Kurt Y. from St. Paul 4-H Multi Club for winning the Champion Flock and to Julianne M. from Grassy Lake 4-H Club for securing the Reserve Champion Flock.

A Community Effort

This successful event was the result of countless hours of hard work from community members and volunteers. A special thank you to the 4-H members who came over from the beef barn to help out, making it a true community effort.

Gratitude to Sponsors

The organizers extend their heartfelt gratitude to all sponsors for their support, which enabled this fantastic educational and networking event to take place.

The 12th Annual Provincial Sheep Show was not only a demonstration of the skill and dedication of Alberta’s young agricultural talents but also an inspiring testament to the power of community in enriching the 4-H experience.