Young adult beef camp

Event information

Date

Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Add to Calendar 2024-07-24 13:00:00 2024-07-24 16:30:00 Young adult beef camp The Young Adult Beef Camp is a half-day event designed for 14- to 20-year-olds interested in cow-calf health and management.The program will focus on preparing calves for weaning, choosing replacements, bull selection, and dystocia management using Helga the Hereford — a life-sized cow replica that can simulate assisted calvings.Attendees will rotate between three stations to learn in a hands-on model after a group presentation at the beginning of the event. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Fillmore County Fairgrounds Fillmore County Fairgrounds Fillmore County Fairgrounds America/Chicago public

Time

1 - 4:30 p.m. Central time

Location

Fillmore County Fairgrounds
413 Fillmore St E
Preston, MN 55965

Contact

Emma Heiden, Extension educator
heide281@umn.edu

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The Young Adult Beef Camp is a half-day event designed for 14- to 20-year-olds interested in cow-calf health and management.

The program will focus on preparing calves for weaning, choosing replacements, bull selection, and dystocia management using Helga the Hereford — a life-sized cow replica that can simulate assisted calvings.

Attendees will rotate between three stations to learn in a hands-on model after a group presentation at the beginning of the event. Snacks and drinks will be provided.

Audience

14-20 year old young adults interested in cow-calf health and management.

Language

This offering is delivered in English. Interpreter services may be available with an advance request.

Cost

Free

Accessibility

University of Minnesota Extension is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services, and activities. To request accommodations for persons with disabilities, contact Emma Heiden two weeks before the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.

Registration

Registration will open at 12:30 p.m.