Longview Beef 4-H Club Show & Sale 2024

LONGVIEW BEEF

LONGVIEW BEEF

THE 4-H PLEDGE

I PLEDGE MY HEAD TO CLEARER THINKING, MY HEART TO GREATER LOYALTY, MY HANDS TO LARGER SERVICE, MY HEALTH TO BETTER LIVING, FOR MY CLUB, MY COMMUNITY, MY COUNTRY, AND MY WORLD.

WELCOME

Thank you for considering the purchase of one of these fantastic beef steers. All of the members have worked hard to produce a fine crop of finished beef. These market finished animals are typically in the top tier of grading and marbling quality, making this an excellent option to fill your freezer.

The perception that 4-H beef is more expensive than simply purchasing at your local grocery store is no longer the case with today’s prices. But, if you consider the special treatment and care that the 4-H club kids put into raising an incredible quality product, this beef is in a class of its own.

4-H steers purchased at the Show & Sale are eligible for slaughter at a local abattoir if you wish to use the beef personally. The club will arrange free delivery to the processor of your choice in the two weeks following the sale. However, you will be responsible for the processing fees.

If you wish to purchase a steer for promotional purposes, and do not wish to retain the beef, Burgardt’s Butcher Shop will purchase the steer at Cargill’s rail price on the sale day (not day of delivery). Rail price is paid on the hot hanging weight, not live weight. Rail prices can be obtained sale day from any of the club leaders, based on the fat market.

Thank you very much for considering the purchase of this great source of locally, responsibly raised Alberta beef. Without the community support and you, as a prospective buyer, we would not be able to function as such a successful club.

Thank you for your investment in our club and the future of the kids. Your support and generosity is appreciated!

We would like to acknowledge the generosity of Eastern Slope Philanthropists as well as Transcend LLP.

LONGVIEW BEEF

2024 DONATION STEER

Billy is a Simmental steer donated by Highwood Valley Ranch and Reed Snodgrass. When he first came home he was very shy and wanted nothing to do with me. When halter breaking I learned that he was strong willed and did not think he should have to listen to me. I soon learned I could bribe him with alfalfa cubes. He has been fed grass hay, and feed lot ration without any growth hormones.

This year, all proceeds from the sale of Billy will go to the:

HIGH RIVER DISTRICT HEALTH CARE FOUNDATION

MARKUS MASON CLUB PRESIDENT

On behalf of the members of the Longview 4H Beef Club I invite you to our annual show and sale.

Alberta has had some tough weather the last few years and as I write this we have 10 inches of wet snow on the ground. This year is looking up already!! Wet snow on the ground and the highest beef prices I have ever seen.

This past October the club weighed in 14 steers and registered 6 heifer projects. Our members are busy putting the hours in, halter breaking and feeding their projects.

All members are working hard to fundraise for the High River District Health Care Foundation donation steer as well. Without generous support this project would not be as amazing as it is. Community and family support is paramount to our clubs continuing success.

We thank you for your present support and we look forward to years of serving our community. We hope to see you all sale day May 20th.

Club President Markus Mason

# 5092

JOEL MASON INTERMEDIATE MEX

Good day, My name is Joel Mason, I am 13 years old. My project steer Mex represents my 5th year in 4H. This year I have 5 projects in 4H. I have put in hundreds of hours working with my projects to get them ready. Please come and see all of my hard work. Bid on Mex with confidence as he is the quality all 4 H members strive for. Mex is single source high quality hand-fed beef. Thank you to True North Towers for continuing your support and the purchase of my 2023 project.

THANK YOU SPONSORS

# 5080

CHAD LONGSON SENIOR CHEX

My name is Chad Longson. This is my 7th year in Longview 4-H Beef Club and Chex is my steer this year. He is a home-raised Charolais Cross who loves his 4-H ration and green feed. Chex is sure to be great steaks and burgers. A BIG thank you to The Stampede Ranch and the Karl Family for purchasing my steer last year

JIMBO

# 4608

BLAKE KILPATRICK

INTERMEDIATE

Hi, my name is Blake Kilpatrick. I am 14 years old and this is my 5th year in the Longview Beef Club. I am proud to introduce my Angus/Simmental cross steer, Jimbo. Jimbo is a big, friendly, quiet steer. He enjoys a grain finishing ration and lots of hay. I’m proud of giving my animals a great farm life. If you are looking for a top quality finished steer, Jimbo is it. Thank you to Transcend LLP who purchased my steer last year.

# 5087

KAYLEE JOHNSTONE SENIOR VALIENTE

Hello, my name is Kaylee Johnstone. This is my third year in the Longview 4-H beef club. My steers name is Valiente, named after the movie Ferdinand, he was a little spicy at first now he is a sweetheart. He is an Angus X Simmental. His feed consists of rolled barley, rolled oats, rolled corn, molasses, canola oil and lentil screenings. He is definitely a good steer and will be sure to provide you with quality meat. Thank you, and see you at our show!

# 5075

KAIDEN LEWIS SENIOR WALTER

My name is Kaiden Lewis, this is my 7th year in 4-H and my 5th year in the Longview 4-H Beef Club. Walter is a home raised Simmental Hereford cross steer. He is a big steer that is constantly eating! Walter’s super power is to convert grain and hay into high quality steaks and meat for your freezer. He would be happy to attend your BBQ this summer! A big thank you to my last years buyers Laurie Allan and Mike & Deb Macklin.

BUBBA

MARKUS MASON SENIOR

My name is Markus Mason this is my 8 th year in 4H. My steer Bubba was 867 lbs on weigh in day and he has not looked back. This steer is loving every day of his life in his private straw bale apartment. Bubba is a great example of a quality breeding program, thick and long from day one. My steer will fill your freezer with the best beef Alberta has to offer!! Thank you for investing in agriculture and supporting my journey!! Thank you to The Stampede Ranch for buying my 2023 project steer.

THANK YOU SPONSORS

Catalogue Photography by CHARLEE

# 5089

EASTON FLOWERS

My name is Easton Flowers and this is my 2nd year in the Longview 4-H beef Club. I would like to introduce you to my steer Benzy. Benzy is a homegrown Black Angus X Simmental from my grandparent’s herd. He sure didn’t take long to warm up to me when I first brought him back home. He is a big guy that will fill your freezer. Thank you to Foothills Custom Meats for purchasing my last year’s steer. Looking forward to seeing you at our annual show and sale.

THANK YOU SPONSORS

# 5094

HAZE LEWIS JUNIOR KING

Hi, my name is Haze Lewis. I am 10 years old and this is my first year as a member of the Longview 4H beef club. My steers name is King, he’s a Simmental Angus Cross. He’s from a good friend of my families herd, Todd Reidlinger of TMR Ranches. He loves scratches, and licking your face when you pet his neck. He’s a very big boy who gets 4H ration and free choice hay. You better make lots of room in your freezer for this guy! I look forward to seeing and meeting you at my first ever show and sale!

CHEERIO

# 5087

ERIN LONGSON

INTERMEDIATE

My name is Erin Longson, I am 15 years old and this is my 5th year in the Longview 4-H Beef Club. My calf this year is named Cheerio, he is a home grown Charolais cross, with a big personality, he loves this 4-H ration and green feed. I would like to thank Pekisko Creek Ranch for purchasing my steer from last year!

# 5085

ALEXIS COUEY JUNIOR PATTY

My name is Alexis Couey, this is my 1st year in the Longview 4H Beef Club. This is my Black Angus steer named Patty. Patty is a quiet steer that loves to be brushed and is always first to the feed bunk. When he isn’t filling his face with food, he is soaking up the sun. I know he will make someone happy with a full freezer. Thank you to all of our supporters and previous buyers for making our sale happen. Look forward to seeing you at the sale.

# 4607

COLIN KILPATRICK JUNIOR TODD

Hello! My name is Colin Kilpatrick. I am 11 years old and this is my second year in the Longview Beef Club. I am excited to be raising an Red Angus/Simmental steer, Todd. Todd is a very big and friendly steer who enjoys being scratched and brushed. He is always first to the feed bunk! Todd enjoys a grain finishing ration and lots of hay. If you are looking for a high quality finished steer, Todd will not disappoint. Thank you to Carcajou Resources Corp for purchasing my steer last year!!

CAPTAIN

# 5081

SARA LONGSON

My name is Sara Longson, this year I raised a home raised Silver Charolais Cross Steer named Captain. Captain loves to be brushed and have scratches. He loves his free choice Green Feed and 4H Ration!! I am so glad that he is calmer than my steer last year! I can’t wait to see how he does and this years Show & Sale

THANK YOU SPONSORS

# 5084

BRODY COUEY INTERMEDIATE CHUCK

My name is Brody Couey, this is my 2nd year in the Longview 4H Beef Club. My steer Chuck is a Black Angus that came from my Grandpa’s herd. Chuck enjoys food & good back rub! I know he will make someone happy with a full freezer. Thank you to all of our supporters and previous buyers for making our sale happen. A special thank you to Signature Smiles who purchased my steer last year.

THANK YOU SPONSORS

# 5079

LAYLA CANNON SENIOR

Hi, my name is Layla, I’m 17 and this is my 4th year in 4-H. My steers name is Sebastian and he is an Angus/Hereford cross that I raised at home, born on Mach 13th 2023. He has been fed grass hay, beef feed lot ration containing no growth hormones, and a few horse treats and alfalfa cube here and there. I hope to see you at our show and sale this year!

SEBASTIAN MEMBERS

LONGVIEW BEEF

THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS!

Thank you to the following businesses and individuals who have supported the Longview 4-H beef club this year. Our 2023 sale, and past shows, would not be possible without your generosity!

4-H Foundation of Canada

Abacus & Field LLP

AFSC

Allister’s Auto Service Ltd.

ATB-Agriculture

B & A Kilpatrick

Barb Wire Welding Inc.

Brandt Agriculture

Bullseye Feeds

C4 Custom Spraying

Cattleman’s Corner

Davies Cattle Inc.

DK Livestock Ltd.

Earl Ranches Ltd.

East Longview Hall

FCC

Foothills Signs

Half Diamond Ranch

High River Ag Society

Highway 540 Feeds

JS Express

L & T Giles Farms Ltd

Longview Hall

Longview Rec Board

Lorne & Sheila Cannon

R & J Lewis

RBC-Agriculture

Reed Snodgrass

Sawley Ranches Ltd.

Sheppard Family Park

St. Aidens Church

The Longview Steakhouse

Tom & Rosemarie Bews

Trouw Nutrition

Union Forage

United Farmers of Alberta

Dirty Birdy Landscaping & Maintenance Ltd.

High River Home Hardware Building Center

Highwood Valley Ranch Beef (The Nelson Family)

Simundson & Associates

Private Wealth Management

Catalogue Photography: Charlee Witschi Photography

Catalogue Production: Jennifer Jacura

Catalogue Printing: Courtesy of Longson Farms

THANK YOU

THANK YOU TO OUR 2023 BUYERS for your overwhelming support at our 21st Annual Show & Sale

Caracajou Resources Corp.

Casa Nueva Developments Corp.

CoCo Lux Beauty Bar

Laurie Allan Century 21

Longview Beef Jerky

Majo Holdings

Mike & Deb Macklin

Montheith Farms Inc.

Okotoks Sobeys

Ramsay Ranches

Rimrock Cattle Company Ltd.

Signature Smiles

Stampede Ranch

Transcend LLP

True North Towers Ltd.

Ward Tire Craft

Foothills Custom Meat Processors Ltd.

Glacier Water Transport Service Ltd.

High Country Chevrolet Buick GMC Ltd.

Pekisko Creek Ranch & Cattle Co.

DONATION STEER

In 2023, $43,400 was donated to High River District Health Care Foundation via Eastern Slopes Philanthropists.

Transcend LLP was the final buyer of the steer.

Thank you for your investment in our club and the future of the kids. Your support and generosity is appreciated!