Compare what it costs to purchase a quality 4-H beef animal and have it processed the way YOU would like, to the cost of buying your beef over the counter and there are definite savings. You will fill a freezer all at once with QUALITY beef raised with care by 4-H members rather than buying mass produced meat from a store throughout the year! Plus, you will always have meat available for those times you aren’t able to get to a store or go to the store and find the shelves empty.
**PLUS, we have confirmed spots booked at local butchers for all of our steers.**
Price Comparison
4-H Beef Price *
* The 4-H beef price is based on the purchase of an average 1300 lb steer at sale average price of $3.00/lb at Sale Day. This gives a ~845 lb carcass costing ~$1.00/lb to cut and wrap to your specific request. The final result is ~575 lbs of meat in your freezer at the price of $8.50/lb!
The price per pound average for 4-H Beef has stayed fairly consistent for many years.
So let’s go shopping: You’d like 5 lbs of extra lean ground beef (1 lb for supper tonight, the other 4 you’ll baggie up and freeze for later), 4 decent steaks for the BBQ (each steak = 8 oz), a nice roast for Sunday dinner (4 lbs), and you’ve been wanting that chunk of brisket to put on the smoker (5 lbs). Your grocery bill for the meat comes to $249.00. That same 16 lbs of beef could be sitting in your freezer for $136.00.
Ie: one half of a 1300 lb beef will give you ~ 175 lbs of hamburger, 24 - 8 oz steaks, 12 - 5 lbs roasts, 10lbs of brisket, and 17 lbs of stew meat.
Encourage these dedicated young agricultural men and women to continue their livestock raising activities. These young people put in many hours of labour to bring their animals to the point where they will qualify for the very top grades of meat.
What will it Cost? Young people selling in the auction should receive premium prices. Why this premium? First it allows these 4-H members enough margin for a small profit. Remember, they have higher input costs than commercial stockmen. It’s also an incentive to select, feed, and fit quality animals that are a credit to a sound breeding and production project. Our sale also offers a “Buy Back” Service If you do not wish to use the meat yourself, this provides a way that you can support our 4-H members and reduces the expense to you, the buyer.
SALE TERMS AND CONDITIONS: ALL ACCOUNTS MUST BE PAID IN FULL ON SALE DAY.
Hi my name is Wyatt Croll. This is my 4th year in 4-H and first year as an Intermediate. My steer “King,” is a homegrown Simmental, weighing in at 778 lbs, and estimated to finish at 1450 lbs. I also have a yearling heifer project, and two other breeding projects in 4-H. I would like to graciously thank BYSTROM FARMS for purchasing my steer - Jethro - last year.
Hi my name is Zowie Croll and I am in my 2nd year of 4-H. This is my first steer project and his name is Kevin. He is a Simmental Angus cross and he loves bum scratches! At weigh-in he was 720 lbs and on March 1 he was already 1215 lbs.
Leader: Stacey Mathon 403 506 1473
Hello my name is Kent Davison and this is my 5th steer since joining 4-H, which features a quiet personality while having a great passion for eating. I would like to thank JUG’S CONSTRUCTION for purchasing my steer last year. I hope to see you at the show
Hello there, my name is Bailey Dunnigan. I am 10 years old and this my first year in 4-H. I have enjoyed caring for my steer Edmond. He is a Simmental-Angus cross and he is growing like crazy! At weigh-in Edmond weighed 590 lbs. By February 28 he weighed over 1040 lbs. 4-H has taught me a lot and I’ve made some great friends too. If you end up buying this steer I know he will be delicious. Thank you for supporting 4-H. We hope to see you at the show and sale!
Hey there, my name is Bennett Dunnigan. I am 11 years old and this is my first year in 4-H. I would like you to meet my steer Fred. He is a Black Simmental and he grows fast. At the 4-H weigh-in in early November Fred weighed 680 lbs. By late February Fred weighed 1101 lbs. I have enjoyed learning about raising a great market steer and I hope to use the money I get from him to buy more cows. Thank you for supporting 4-H!
Hi, My name is Erika Mathon. I would like to first off thank STAUFFER FARM FEEDLOT for purchasing my steer last year, and the feed back I got from him was butter tender. This is my fifth steer and I think he is my best one yet. His name is Clyde. He is named after the famous Criminal couple that caused havoc during the great depression. When I got him he was a bit mischievous so I named him Clyde. At weigh in during November he weighed a whopping 844 lbs. He has been gaining a consistent 100 lbs almost every month and man am I happy. At the beginning of March he weighed 1240 lbs, I hope he’s even heavier come sale day. So empty your freezers, and pray you have room because this guy is going to be ready for your belly.
Hi, my name is Lexie Mathon. I would like to thank JOLY PLYWOOD SALES for purchasing my steer the last two years. I must be doing something right. I have been in 4-H for 3 years and this is my steer King Bob. At our 4-H weigh-in Bob was 922 lbs and he has been gaining it pretty consistently. When we weighed him on March 3, he weighed 1320 lbs. So get fasting, cause he's gonna be delicious.
Hi! My name is Holden Robin, I am 12 years old and this is my first year in 4-H. I've been enjoying working with my steer Jimmy. Jimmy was 718 lbs. at weigh-in and is a Black Simmental. Jimmy has a quiet temperament, loves his feed and scratches and trying to play with our dog Rory.
Hello everyone, my name is Dru Severtson and this is my 8th year in 4-H. I would like to thank GTI PETROLEUM for purchasing my steer last year and being a long time supporter of 4-H. Beside me is my steer Donald, he is a Charolais/Simmental cross purchased from Warren Severtson. And he weighed 942 lbs at my clubs weigh-in. Aside from my steer project I have 3 other projects; My three year old pair, my two year old pair, and my yearling female projects. I would like to invite everyone to come out to our show and sale on June 7th! Hope to see you there!
In Memory of Don Olson (1962-2023)
We would like to express our sincere condolences to the Olson Family on the sudden loss of Don. Don spent many years volunteering as the treasurer for our Show & Sale Committee and Leader of the Rangeland Beef Club and continued to express his interest in our activities in the years since. Don was generous with his volunteer time to the community and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Rest easy Donny.
My name is Gavin Farr and I have been with Hazel Dell 4-H for four years now. My steer’s name is Coca Cola and he is a Charolais Simmental cross. I picked him because he has nice colouring. Coca Cola loves his grain and he’s becoming nice and friendly. He is homegrown and has had no antibiotics and hormones used. Thank you to FRED’S TRUCKING for purchasing my steer last year.
Hi, my name is Sarah Hodges and this is my 4th year in the Hazel Dell 4-H Club. This year I have a Charolais cross names Cinnamon Dolce. I bought him from Robbie Farr. Cinnamon loves his food and is just a friendly giant, as he is the biggest steer I have ever owned. I am so excited for this years show. Thank you to all the supporters of 4-H and I hope to see you at the sale!
Leader: Crystal Adams 403 846 3887
Hi, my name is Travis Hodges and this is my 3rd year with the Hazel Dell 4-H Beef Club. My Angus cross steer is named Slurpee, he is very nice but can be stubborn. He lives with my sister’s steer Cinnamon, they are good friends. I would like to thank the ECKVILLE ATB for buying my steer last year. I hope I will see you at show and sale.
Hello my name is Alexz Holmgren and this is my seventh year in 4-H. My steer is named Dr. Pepper, or Doc for short. He is a homegrown Charolais Angus cross who has been raised without hormones or antibiotics. Thank you to Carl Stepp from SYLVAN LAKE REMAX for buying my steer last year.
Hello, my name is Jacksyn McBride and I am a intermediate member of the Hazel Dell Beef Club. I have been in 4-H for 7 years and this is my third steer project. My steer Bang is a Simmental, my favourite thing about him is he's kind and calm. Bang and I hope to see you at our show and sale on June 7th at the Eckville Arena. Thank you to GEORGE’S FARM CENTRE for buying my steer last year.
Hi, my name is Elizabeth Alexander. I am 13 years old and have been in 4-H for 4 years. My steer is a Simmental/Angus cross named Domino and he already weighs 1200 lbs! He is big and loves attention. Thank you VJV
AUCTION MART for purchasing my calf last year and continuing to support 4-H.
My name is Joshua Alexander and I am 10 years old. It is only my second year in 4-H but I really like it. My steer is named Captain because I love Captain America from the Marvel movies. Captain is a Simmental Angus cross and was born the end of April. He is growing really well and loves his grain! Thank you to B2 LTD. for purchasing my steer last year. I hope he tasted good!
Hi, my name is Kaitlyn Alexander and I am 15 years old. I have been in the Gilby club for 5 years and this is my steer Travis. He is a Simmental Angus cross and a great escape artist which should make for a fun show day. Thank you, K&H INDUSTRIES, for purchasing my steer last year and supporting the 4-H Club.
Hi my name is Paitlynn Bergquist and this is my steer Bandit. I am 9 years old and this is my first year In 4-H. Bandit is an Angus Hereford cross and he weighed in at 660 pounds. I bought Bandit from Leedale Valley Ranch. Bandit loves scratches and is really playful. I hope to see you at sale day!
Hello! My name is Madison Bleakley. I am 10 years old and this is my first year in 4-H. I’m very excited to show my steer. His name is “Tank” and he is a Black Angus cross. He is the friendliest guy you will ever meet. Can’t wait to see everyone at the show and sale!
Hi, my name is Liam Bergquist and this is my third year in the Gilby 4-H. This majestic being beside me is Jerky, he weighed 808 pounds when I got him from Leedale Valley Ranch. A huge thanks to ELEVATION LAW for buying my last two steers. I hope to see you all there!
Hello, my name is Cale Dickson. I am 17 years old and this is my fifth year in 4-H. My steer’s name is Clay. I bought Clay, a Black Angus/Simmental X from Ty Clay. He looks great and I’m sure he will taste even better! I hope to see you at the sale, June 7, in Eckville. Thanks to VJV for buying my steer last year!
Hey! I'm Ella Dickson, a senior in the Gilby Beef 4-H Club. This is my 8th year in 4-H and my second last year of 4-H. This year my steer's name is Chase. Chase is a hormone free Angus X Hereford, and is looking forward to the show as much as I am! Thank you to KLW INSPECTION for purchasing my steer last year and thank you to all of the other buyers that came out to support. I look forward to seeing you all again in June!
Hello! My name is Maggie Dickson. I am 13 years old and this is my 4th year showing a steer! I am an intermediate in the Gilby Beef 4-H Club and my steer’s name is Dimitri. Dimitri is a hormonefree Angus x Hereford. Thank you to all the 4-H supporters and buyers, we appreciate you all. So excited to see you at the show in June!
Hi my name is Carter Hoeksema. I am 11 years old and this is my first year having a steer in 4-H. My steer this year is a Buelingo and his name is Tomahawk. I purchased him from my Uncle Lyle and Auntie Tracy Hainsworth. Tomahawk weighed in at 750lbs at our first weigh in and he loves to eat so he’s been packing on the pounds ever since.
Tomahawk likes it when I scratch and brush him when he’s eating but he’s still a bit stubborn and I’m working hard to get him ready for show day. Tomahawk has a flat back, wide butt and good temperament so I’ve been learning that he’s a very good looking steer. Tomahawk and I are super excited to see everyone at show and sale this year!!
Hello, my name is Nate Dickson. I am 14 years old and in the Gilby 4-H Club. My steer’s name is Big Turk. This is my fifth year in 4-H. I bought my steer from Ty Clay. Big Turk is Red Angus / Simmental. He is growing well and will be ready for the freezer by show day! Hope to see you there. Thank you to WAYNE PIDHIRNEY for buying my steer last year.
Hi my name is Jace Hoeksema, and this is my first year in 4-H. My calf’s name is King Chubby, in the middle of March he weighed 1030 lbs. He’s a Simmental/Angus cross and I got him from Karl and Kari Ahlstrom. I’m looking forward to my first show and sale, and I’m working on getting my steer nice and big for sale day!
Hi my name is Lucas Hoeksema. This is my fourth year in 4-H and my steer this year came from Karl & Kari Ahlstrom, his name is George. He’s a Simmental/Angus cross and in the middle of March he weighed in at 1170 lbs! Thank you to SKOCDOPOLE CONSTRUCTION for purchasing my steer last year. Hope to see you at the sale in June!
Hi my name is Karson Humphrey and this is my first year in the Gilby 4-H Beef Club. My steer’s name is Romeo. He is a Red Angus Simmental cross and he’s pretty cool. Thank you to all the buyers for your support, I can’t wait to see you at the show!!!
Hi there! My name is Chase Laitila and this is my 8th year in 4-H. This year, my steer’s name is Sloth. He is a Hereford/Black Angus cross, born and raised on my family's farm. On weigh-in day he was 880 lbs. He has been gaining good on the barley ration that I've been feeding him twice a day, while also letting him self-feed on hay. I would like to thank my buyer from last year, LASERMANN CUTS! Hope to see you all at this years Show & Sale.
Hello there, my name is Elizabeth McMeekin, and I'm excited to introduce you to my stunning steer, Kirk. He's a Simmental cross and weighed in at an impressive 1050 pounds during our annual weigh-in last November. As a proud senior member of the Gilby 4-H Beef Club for the past 8 years, I want to express my gratitude to everyone who supported us at our last year's show, and to my previous buyer, DOUG BOLIN. Thank you all! When you buy from me, you're not only getting a top-quality beef, but you're also supporting a local 4-H kid who has worked tirelessly to raise Kirk to be the best steer in town. So, come on down to the show and check out Kirk for yourself - you won't be disappointed!
Hi, my name is Paige Laitila and this is my 6th year in the Gilby 4-H Beef Club. My steer Chunk weighed 730 lbs on weigh in day. He is being fed a barley ration twice a day, self feeding on hay and is gaining well. I would like to thank my buyer from last year, RAM RIVER ENVIRONMENTAL.
Hope to see you at the show this year!
Hi ! My name is Sarah Mannerfeldt , I am 13 years old and this is my first year participating in 4-H. This is my steer Edward and he is a Black Angus. He has a healthy appetite and can be a little shy sometimes, but warms up quickly and is very friendly.
Meet King! My 2022/23 4-H steer! He is an Angus cross and a pretty curious guy. I’m Jaxson Pfahler the one he counts on for feeding him his grain and hay, brushing him and training him. I’m 11 years old and in grade 5 and this is my 2nd year in 4-H. King loves to be scratched under his neck and play around in his pen. I think he will finish around 1200 lbs and I am really looking forward to showing him off this year at the show and sale. Thank you to my buyer last year from SHADY ACRES FARM! See you all in June!
Hello, my name is Kallie McMeekin and I am proud to be a member of the Gilby Beef 4-H Club for the past five years. I would like to introduce you to my steer, Demarcus, who was raised with love and care on my grandpa's farm, Peter Smith. In November, Demarcus weighed 985 pounds and is now ready for sale. I am grateful for the support of NEXSOURCE POWER INC., who purchased my last year's steer. I am confident that this year's steer will exceed your expectations, and I invite you to come and see Demarcus for yourself at this year's sale. When you purchase Demarcus, you are not just buying highquality beef, but also supporting local 4-H youth and their education in agriculture. Thank you for considering Demarcus, and I hope to see you at the sale.
Hi my name is Hayley, this is my calf Pepperoni. He really likes when I give him scratches on his brisket and his shoulders. He loves his food and likes to be brushed. I’d like to thank say thank you to NEWFORCE
ENERGY
SERVICES for purchasing my steer last year.
Hello my name is Bentley Richardson, this is my 1st year in 4-H. This is Billy he is a Hereford Angus cross I picked him because he was tame. I’ve had fun playing with him and he likes to eat !!
Hi my name is Weston Pfahler, I am 9 years old and this is my Hereford/ Angus cross Justin Beefer. JB loves to chow down everyday twice a day on his grain and hay. I think he will finish nicely at around 1300lbs. I was in cleaver kids for 3 years and I am really excited to finally get to show my own steer (and miss a day of school). JB and I look forward to showing off all our hard work at the show and sale, hope to see you there!
Hello! My name is Macord Pollitt, I am 15 years old and this is my 5th year with the Gilby 4-H Club. My steer’s name is Merle, he is a Black Angus who weighed in at 814 lbs back in November. I am looking forward to this year’s show & sale, hope to see you all there! Thanks to WPW for purchasing my steer last year and a big thank you to all the buyers for supporting 4H!
Hello, my name is Braxten Richardson and this is my first year in 4-H. My steer’s name is Reggie, a Charolais/Angus and I bought him from Joe Cech. His weight on weigh-in day was 972 lbs and was born on the 16th of February 2022 but he has been growing like crazy.
Hello, my name is Kaitlynn Schiestel, and this is my third and final year in the Gilby 4-H Beef Club since I am attending UofL this fall. My steer’s name is Kevin and he is Gelbvieh/Red Angus cross. I will be using the money I receive from selling Kevin to help pay for university. This year I also have my two year old cow Jelly and her calf Loki as well as my yearling heifer Key. I would like to thank OLDS AUCTION MART for buying my steer last year.
Hi, my name is Paislee Richardson, and this is my steer, Buster. This is my first year in 4-H, I’m 9 years old and go to Charlotte Small Elementary. Buster is an Angus/Simmental, and I bought him off our neighbor Steve Bates. I picked him because when we were looking, he came up to me and licked me through the fence. I am excited and looking forward to my first show and Sale.
Hey! My name is Eve Smith. This is my ninth year in 4-H and this year I am the club president. This big guy standing next to me is Cowboy. He is a Simmental-Red Angus cross who weighed in at 872lbs on weigh-in day. If you're looking for a steer to fill your freezer he is your guy. He is a big and thick steer who weighed 1300 lbs in the middle of March. I also have a heifer and cow/calf project this year. Thank you to everyone who has helped support me in the past. An extra big thank you to BUNCH PROJECTS for purchasing my steer last year and to everyone else who purchased a steer last year at our sale.
My name is Janine Smith, I’m 15 years old and this is my 6th year in 4-H. This is my market beef Milo and he is a Simmental cross I bought from my cousin. Milo is a super friendly steer and he loves eating his ration from Jemco Feeds. Milo weighed 1375 lbs the end of March. I also have a 2 year old cow and calf project, Clementine & Jasper. I would like to send out a huge thank you to all the buyers who support our 4-H sale including RAM RIVER ENVIRONMENTAL for buying my steer the past 2 years. We look forward to seeing you all in June!
Hi my name is Maddy Smith. This is my first year in the Gilby 4-H program. My steer’s name is Benny and he is a Simmental Angus cross. He is very nice and likes his treats. He is a little shy but I love working with him. I am excited to show him at the sale this year.
Hi my name is Merrick Smith and this is my 6th year in 4-H. My steer’s name is Rand and he is home grown here on a Valley's Edge Farm. He is Simmental/Red Angus and is a really friendly calf. I also have a heifer project this year and her name is Elaine. Thank you MROR for buying my steer last year. Hope to see you on Sale Day!
Hi, my name is Pierce Smith and this is my eighth year in 4-H. This big guy beside me is Gene. He is a Red Angus and Simmental cross. At weigh-in he weighed 770 lbs and he’s been growing like crazy. When this picture was taken he weighed 1245 lbs. I also have a heifer named Norma. I would like to thank; GENE HENNEIGH
TRUCKING for buying my Grand Champion steer last year, and all my buyers from the past, they are all great supporters of 4-H. I hope to see you all at the sale!
Hi there, my name is Lily Swan I’m 15 years in grade 10 at David Thompson high school. I have been in the Gilby 4-H Beef Club for 5 years now and this year my steer’s name is MJ he’s a Black Angus cross. He weighed in at 840 in December. He is a very calm steer. He also eating nice and good, getting ready for the show everyday. I’m estimating MJ will weigh in around 1350 lbs. Me and MJ are looking forward to seeing and meeting all of you at the show and sale this year! I would also like to say a big thanks to my last year’s buyer EDWARD’S GARAGE
Hello, my name is Nathen Taylor and this is my third year in the Gilby 4-H Beef Club. This year I have a new buddy named Mars, he is hilarious. He obviously loves his treats and his scratches. Mars is a Simmental/ Angus cross. Thank you to SPARROW’S AUTO SERVICES for purchasing my steer last year. We are excited for this year show and sale and we can't wait to see you there.
Hello, my name is Wyatt Taylor and this is my second year in 4-H. My steer's name is Lefty, he is a Simmental/Angus cross. Lefty is a gentle giant that likes his face scratches. Thank you to JEMCO FEED SUPPLIES for purchasing my steer last year. Lefty and I are excited to see you all at the show and sale.
Hi my name is Maverick Whitecotton and this is my very first year in 4-H. I’ve really enjoyed taming down my steer, Wilfred. He’s a Charolais/Angus X and was born on April 24th, 2022. Wilfred’s best friend is a sheep named Peter. They do everything together! I’m really looking forward to attending my first show and sale this spring. It will be a great learning opportunity. See you there!
Pierce Smith
Buyer Gene Henneigh Trucking
Eve Smith Gilby
Buyer Bunch Welding Ltd.
Kent Davison
Buyer—Jug’s Construction
This is our 2023 Donor Steer, Randy. Our Donor Steer is again being sold by RAFFLE!
Raffle tickets are available from all our 4-H members for $10/ticket. First prize is a half of beef cut and wrapped, second & third prizes are a quarter each.
1500 raffle tickets printed, draw will be made at the end of our Sale on June 7, 2023 at the Eckville Arena.
Raffle license #617652
Thank you to Jemco Feeds for donating Randy’s feed.
Congratulations to our 2022 raffle winners. 1st - Kelly Bigelow,
Alexz Holmgren
Buyer—ReMax Sylvan Lake
ALL of the money raised from the raffle of this steer will be donated back to local charities. The profit from the raffle is divided equally among the clubs and they each vote and decide on a charity to support. Thank you for helping our 4-H clubs with this cause.
