March 2026 Texas Longhorn Trails Magazine

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

AT-LARGE DIRECTORS

At-Large Director

Joe Sedlacek (785) 447-9132 longhorn8099@gmail.com

Chairman: Joe Sedlacek (785) 447-9132

Vice Chairman: Tom Ryder (256) 349-9364

Secretary: David Berry (916) 472-9108

Treasurer: Elizabeth Fritz (214) 499-3542

Parliamentarian: Matt Bourbon (440) 221-6566

DIVISION B ~ REGIONS 7-12 DIVISION C ~ REGIONS 13-18

Region 7 - Director

At-Large Director Elizabeth Fritz (214) 499-3542 ejbfritz@gmail.com

DIVISION A ~ REGIONS 1-6

Region 1/2 - Director Matt Bourbon (440) 221-6566 bourbonbrotherslivestock@gmail.com

Region 3/4 - Director Mark Hubbell (269) 838-3083 hubbelllonghorns@aol.com

Region 5/6 - Director Tom Ryder (256) 349-9364 ryder.tom40@gmail.com

Charles Schreiner III* 1964-1967

Walter G. Riedel, Jr.* 1967-1969

J.G. Phillips, Jr.* 1969-1971

Walter B. Scott* 1971-1973

James Warren 1973-1975

J.W. Isaacs* 1975-1977

Mark Hammack (903) 355-4044 flyingh12@icloud.com

Region 8 - Director

Sarah Galloway (940) 393-0747 sarahkategalloway@gmail.com

Region 9 - Director Julie Pack (254) 592-9140 julie@lazyjpranch.com

Region 10 - Director Ron Bailey (254) 534-1886 ron@fmblandandcattle.com

Region 11 - Director Ben Herman (713) 534-3144 ben@wiredes.com

Region 12 - Director Mike McLeod (361) 771-5355

Region 13/14 - Director

Justin Georges (402) 580-0209 justin.georges@yahoo.com

Region 15 Director

Walker Hance (918) 808-6268 walker32flu@icloud.com

Region 16 - Director

Kris Johnson (307) 751-8867 kristopherjohnson1995@gmail.com

Region 17/18 - Director David Berry (916) 472-9108 dberrry5b@gmail.com

J.T. “Happy” Shahan* 1977-1978

John R. Ball* 1979-1980

Bill Anthony* 1981-1982

Dr. L.V. Baker* 1982-1984

Dr. W.D. “Bill” Clark* 1984-1986

Richard D. Carlson 1986-1988

John T. Baker 1988-1990

Riemer Calhoun, Jr. 1990-1992

Glen W. Lewis 1992-1995

Tim Miller* 1995-1998

Sherman Boyles 1998-2003

Bob Moore* 2003-2005

Joel Lemley 2006-2007

Ben Gravett* 2007

Dr. Fritz Moeller* 2007-2009

Maurice Ladnier 2009-2010

Robert Richey 2010

Steven Scott Zunker 2010-2011

Brent Bolen* 2011-2012

Bernard Lankford* 2012-2013

Todd McKnight 2013-2016

Tom Matott 2016-2019

Keith DuBose 2019 - 2023

Johnny Hicks 2023-2025

Josh Gentry 2025

EDITOR’S NOTES

READY FOR SPRING

Nothing says spring more than looking at a few pages of colorful Texas Longhorn calves! The cover is sporting this year’s winner and you can find all the participants in this month’s edition. Thank to all who participated. Choosing from the vast array of coat patterns and hues is a challenge, as all of the are worthy of the title “most colorful”. That is one of the favorite things about the Longhorn breed, especially if your used to solid colored cattle.

Another thing ushering in spring is an abundance of Texas Longhorn sales, futurities and shows all across the nation. There seems to be events somewhere every weekend and you can find a list each month on the last page of the magazine. Get out and meet some great folks and maybe add some new cattle to your herd.

The year kicked off with Longhorn Weekend and saw and new board members seated and a new Chairman, Joe Sedlacek, elected. You can find a word from Joe on pg. 10 and see all board members and their Regions on pg. 2. These volunteer elected representatives are there to help members with questions and concerns regarding the cattle and the association, so don’t hesitate to reach out to them.

You can find all the coverage of Longhorn Weekend inside including sale results, show results, TLBAA Special Award winners and TLBAA Hall of Fame inductees. If you weren’t able to attend this year, we hope to see you there in 2027!

We’re coming up on the May Brood Cow edition. There is currently a lot of attention on the bulls in the industry, but where would those bulls be without great females to breed, as well as the producers in their pedigree? We look forward to be cow-centered in the issue and hope you’ll highlight some of the great female producers in your own program. I’m looking forward to highlighting those production powerhouses.

Please take a moment to to go online and participate in our reader survey. There are questions pertaining to how you engage with your monthly magazine and your answers will help our board make decisions that best benefit our members and the association in the future. You can find a QR code to take you to the online survey on page 13, or if you prefer to fill out the paper form there are instructions on where to email it or mail it in. Please send us your answers by April 15, 2026.

Blessings,

DEADLINE:

May 2026 Issue: March 27th Brood Cow Issue

Myra Basham

Myra Basham Editor-in-Chief

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Frank Anderson Jr. and III

3448 Mahogany Drive • Bryan, TX 77807 (979) 846-8020 • (713) 502-5224 kftander3@gmail.com

Beadle Land & Cattle

Ray & Bonnie Beadle Los Gatos & Hollister, CA 95032 (408) 834-0110 raybeadle@comcast.net

Bennett Longhorn Cattle Co.

Michael Bennett

2159 Country Club RD • Lucas, TX 75002 (214) 385-6789 bennett@lucasfence.com

Butler Texas Longhorns

Buster & Thalia Butler Jennings, OK 936-577-6129 buster@butlertxlonghorns.com www.butlertxlonghorns.com

Christa Cattle Co.

Jason & Louis Christa 2577 FM 1107 • Stockdale, TX 78160 christacattleco@msn.com www.christacattleco.com (210) 232-1818

Dalgood Longhorns

Malcolm & Connie Goodman

6260 Inwood Dr. • Houston, TX 77057 (713) 782-8422 dalgood@comcast.net www.dalgoodlonghorns.com

Falls Creek Longhorns

Stan & Sandi Tidwell 2330 W. FM 875 • Midlothian, TX 76065 (972) 989-8939 www.fallscreeklonghorns.com

Jane’s Land & Cattle Co.

John & Jane Thate 418 W. Margaret St. • Fairmont, MN 56031 (507) 235-3467

Kaso, Lisa & Jake Kety

Little Ace Cattle Co. P.O. Box 386 • Folsom, LA 70437 (985) 796-3918 ketyfolsom@aol.com

MacNeil Farm and RancH

Laura & Neil MacNeil Colmesneil, Texas (832)444-4915 macneilfarmandranch@gmail.com

McInnis Longhorns

Emma McInnis 4295 County Road 304, Beeville, TX 78102 (361) 463-7008

mcinnislonghorns@gmail.com www.mcinnislonghorns.com

McLeod Ranch

Michael, Jackie, Mike & Makayla McLeod 355 CR 3031 • Edna, TX 77957 (361) 782-0155

Brennan & Michele Potts

Rocking P Longhorns P.O. Box 579 • Emory, TX 75440 (903) 473-2430 Cell: (903) 348-5400

www.rockingplonghorns.com bpotts1@verizon.net

Rio Vista Ranch

Elmer & Susan Rosenberger 3208 Fall Creek Estates Dr • Spicewood, TX 78669 Cell: (512) 422-8336 elmer@riovistaranch.com www.riovistaranch.com

Triple R Ranch

Robert & Kim Richey 21000 Dry Creek Rd. • San Angelo, TX 76901 (325) 942-1198 r3ranch@aol.com www.butlertexaslonghorns.com

Wynfaul Acres Helen Bedford 408 County Road 2200. • Cleveland, TX 77327 (713) 677-1473 hgbedford@hotmail.com www.WynFaulAcres.com

YOUR RANCH COULD BE HERE If you would like to be listed as a Butler breeder on these pages, please email myra@tlbaa.org for more information.

Butler Breeder’s Futurity (936) 689-1914 butlerfuturity@yahoo.com www.butlerbreedersfuturity.com

Butler Longhorn Museum 903 FM518 Ste B • Kemah, TX 77565 (832) 679-6571

info@butlerlonghornmuseum.org www.butlerlonghornmuseum.com

From The TLBAA Chairman

Being selected as your newest Chairman was both a surprise and an honor. I am grateful for the trust that has been placed in me, and I do not take this responsibility lightly.

For those of you who may not know me, I have been involved in the Longhorn breed since I was 15 years old. I am a fourth-generation cattle rancher, though each generation of our family raised a different breed. My father was a registered Angus rancher, his father raised Shorthorns, and before that were Horned Herefords.

Some of my earliest memories include making my parents pull over alongside the road when I spotted Longhorns on a family trip or watching old western movies just hoping to catch a glimpse of a trail drive. There was something about the breed that captured me at a young age and never let go.

Thirty years later, that same love for the breed is what drives me to do the very best I can in this role as Chairman. I want nothing but the best for this association, this breed, and the people who care about it as deeply as I do.

My wife and I, along with our five children, have built a ranch in northern Kansas, just a stone’s throw from Nebraska. Lazy J Longhorns is something we are extremely proud of, not just because of the cattle, but because it represents family, hard work, and a shared vision.

I believe strongly that our industry must continue to invest in our youth. While I had a cattle background when I entered the Longhorn breed, I was starting over. There were individuals who took the time to guide and encourage me, and I will never forget their influence. Working alongside the TLBT, I hope we can continue building programs that help young men and women find success and opportunity within this industry.

Since stepping into this role, I have been working closely with the office to better understand the responsibilities of Chairman and to look for ways we can operate more efficiently and effectively. When we are unified in purpose and focused on the same goals, we position ourselves for real success.

I look forward to meeting many of you throughout the year at events across the country. I plan to attend the World Show this year, and I am especially eager to learn more about those involved, particularly around the Senior Sale as we send our youth forward into the next chapter of their lives.

Thank you for your support and for the opportunity to serve.

TLBAA Chairman of the Board

Make the Most of the 2026 A.I. Sire Directory

WHAT IS IT?

The A.I. Sire Directory includes a photo, TLBAA Reg No., name, TLBAA A.I. No., Pedigree, and Registered Owner of All TLBAA Certified A.I. Bulls #600 through current for FREE! Also includes editorial content specific to A.I. Bulls and Processes

WHAT IF MY BULL WILL BE IN IT?

HOW

CAN I FURTHER PROMOTE MY BULL(s)?

The owner shown will be the current registered owner in the TLBAA registry. Send photos of new A.I. Sires or updated photos of older sires to myra@tlbaa.org.

If you choose to advertise your bull(s), their progeny, the genetics behind your sire(s) your ad page will be highlighted on the listing of any AI sire referenced in your ad. (See sample above).

Anyone choosing to run a full or half page in this issue may have a free e-blast of their ad and information about their bull sent out free. Don’t overlook the value of smaller ads! Take advantage of the ad reference on your bull’s listing to send readers to a quarter page or sixth page ad that show several offspring to increase interest in your sire.

WHEN ARE DEADLINES?

If you have a sire that is not already A.I. Certified and you want him certified in time to be included, the time to act is now! Processing time varies and you should start the procedure as soon as possible.

Photos of existing sires may be sent in any time prior to June 5th. Ad reservations should be made by May 25th. Ad materials to build the ad would be due the first week of June and camera ready ads due by June 15th.

If you will be sending a camera ready ad, please reserve your space by May 25th so we know to hold a space for you.

For all inquiries about this issue or advertising, please contact Myra Basham - myra@tlbaa.org or (817) 625-6241.

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LONGHORN WEEKEND

Once again, the Texas Longhorn Breeders Association of America was a big presence at the opening weekend of the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo. Between the board and membership meetings, the Eddie Wood Cowtown Classic Sale, the various year end awards presented, and the TLBAA World Expo Qualifying Shows, there was something for every Longhorn enthusiast. Although it was the typical chilly January Stock Show weather, there was no precipitation to dampen those that attended or participated.

Friday had show and sale animals moving into the barns as the meetings began in the Round Up Inn. A new check in process for the show cattle proved to be a faster and more efficient option this year. The Affiliate meeting started the day of meetings, followed by the TLBAA Board meeting which included newly elected and re-elected seats in Division B, as well as election of Executive Committee members and Chairman. The TLBAA General Membership meeting followed, giving the members the opportunity to interact with the Board and have their voices heard.

The TLBAA Special Awards Presentation followed on Friday evening and gave everyone the opportu-

nity to gather with old and new friends. Presentations were made for the Rodger Damrow Colorful Calf and the member nominated and voted on TLBAA Special Award winners. Two new breeders were inducted into the TLBAA Hall of Fame. The moment was wrapped up with a memorial tribute to those who passed in 2025. Turn to pg. 18-22 to see all the award winners and inductees.

The Eddie Wood Cowtown Classic Sale on Saturday was led off by a buckle presentation to the two newest inductees to the Hall of Fame. The sale began with 3 donation lots, which always brings out the best in our bidders. The 42 regular sale lots yielded seven cash cows, with the high seller being $46,000 and an average of $7,590 for the sale. Find more sale information on pg. 24

Following the sale, the TLBT and World Show Committee meetings were held near the Watt Arena with plans being presented for this year’s World Expo held for the second time in Abilene’s Taylor County Expo Center. You can find more World Show updates in this issue. Everyone then had time for a nice dinner and to rest up before the showing started. On Sunday, the

WRAP-UP 2026

TLBT Youth Show was held in the Watt Arena in front of a packed house with over 140 entries. You can see the results starting on pg. 26.

On Monday, a full day of Open Show animals in the historic Will Roger’s Coliseum began. Between the Open Haltered Show, the Non-Haltered Show and Trophy Steers, over 160 animals walked through the show ring. As Monday was a holiday, the show drew curious spectators as well as those family members and friends that came to cheer on their favorites.

As always, there were many of the curious and interested Stock Show visitors that walked through the barn area of the Will Rogers Complex wanting a chance to see the Longhorns up close. It is an awesome opportunity for breeders to interact with the public and educate them about the Longhorn, potentially sparking an interest in the breed by new people.

If you have not ever experienced Texas Longhorn Weekend, it is a great opportunity to meet with fellow breeders, participate in Association business, and see some great Longhorns show, and maybe even take home a new herd member! This annual event always kicks off the opening weekend of the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo. We hope to see you there in 2027!

TLBAA Special Award Honorees

Elmer Parker Lifetime Achievement Award

The Elmer Parker Lifetime Award honors those members, who have been dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the Longhorn breed, qualities that Parker was known for.

Ann GrAvett, G&G LonGhorns

netics, fostered the community, and promoted the industry for nearly four decades. Her legacy, forged with her late husband Ben Gravett and continued with fierce determination, reflects the spirit of the award’s namesake through tireless preservation and promotion. Starting G&G Longhorns in 1988, Ann has been at the forefront of genetic advancement, stewarding a program that has owned some of the most influential cattle in the industry. The list of these legendary animals – including BL Monika, Awesome Strawberry, Wiregrass Magolia and Sittin Bull, whom was syndicated for $1,000,000 – is a testament to G&G Longhorns pursuit of excellence and profound impact on the breed’s bloodlines.

Ann’s contributions extend far beyond her own herd through her unparalleled work as an event organizer. For many years, the Gravett’s hosted a sale near their home in Virginia know as the Gravett-Babington Sale with the late Paul Babington, starting in 1992 to offer their cattle and also to provide a place for their customers to market through consignments. Since then, the sale has become the successful Cherry Blossom Sale hosted by the TLMA, then the TLCA, and now by the Longhorn Legacy Group. The Gravetts are the founders of the successful Millennium futurity which began in Virginia in 2000 and expanded the breed’s exposure in the Eastern U.S., bringing breeders now nationwide to compete and increase value to our industry’s young females. Her expertise and dedication have also been the force behind the highly successful Texas Longhorn Legacy Sale and the Cherry Blossom Sale, ensuring premium platforms for breeders to market their cattle. Ann is a constant and reliable presence at nearly every Longhorn event coast-to-coast, well-respected figure and a true industry pillar. Her selfless support for the

Longhorn community is evident through her role as a major sponsor of numerous futurities, sales and events. This consistent financial and logistical support is vital for the health and growth of the industry. Her and Ben’s generous donations to the TLBAA Museum further underscore their commitment to preserving the breed’s heritage for future generations. Since Ben’s passing in 2014, Ann has courageously continued to manage G&G Longhorns alone, a testament to her strength and unwavering passion. Her lifelong impact –as a breeder, mentor, event organizer, and promoter – makes Ann Gravett a profoundly deserving recipient of the Elmer Parker Lifetime Achievement Award. H

Dave Evans Breeder of the Year Award

The Dave Evans Breeder of the Year Award is given to individuals who have dedicated themselves to the betterment of Texas Longhorn cattle through their breeding program. terry & tAmmy KinG

I have been in the Longhorn business for about 40 years. I met Terry & Tammy King approximately 30 years ago.

has made steady improvement in the quality of their cattle. Their cattle are colorful with good conformation and horn. They understand the value of genetics and are constantly upgrading the quality of their cattle by using some of the best bulls in the industry. They are the only breeder to have three of their homegrown heifers currently ranked in the top eight of the 2025 National Longhorn Futurity Race. This speaks volumes for their breeding program. They have worked hard to promote the Longhorn industry in the Southeast, always eager and willing to help new and old breeders alike in any way they can. Terry has also served on the TLBAA and SETLA Board of Directors in the past. I feel they are excellent candidates for the 2025 Dave Evans Breeder of the Year. H

Jack Phillips Award

This award honors individuals who have worked selflessly for the Longhorn breed and breeders alike, without recognition.

Johnny Hicks, Hicks Texas Longhorns

Since 2005, Johnny Hicks of Hicks Texas Longhorns has been a steadfast advocate for the Texas Longhorn breed and its community of breeders. Beginning his journey with just two Longhorns, Johnny has demonstrated unwavering dedication to advancing the breed, strengthening associations, and supporting fellow breeders with humility and integrity. Over the past two decades, Johnny has contributed significantly through leadership and service. He served on the Board of Directors for six years, including two years as Chairman of the Board, and held the position of Horn Showcase Chair for two years. His commitment to excellence was recognized with the Milestone Needs Improvement Award, personally presented by Bob Loomis. For more than a decade, Johnny has faithfully served as President of the Great Lakes Texas Longhorns Association, ensuring the success of regional programs and opportunities for breeders. Throughout his journey, Johnny has sought and valued the guidance of respected leaders such as Tim Smith, Bob Loomis, Mike McLeod, and Dick Lowe, carrying forward their legacy of stewardship. At the same time, his wife, Missy, has been an invaluable partner in every endeavor – always ready to lend her support, share her time, and help others. Together, they have built a reputation for generosity and selflessness, never hesitating to step in when fellow breeders or associations needed assistance. Johnny’s contributions reflect a rare combination of leadership, service, and humility. Alongside Missy, he has worked tirelessly for the Texas Longhorn breed and for the community of breeders – often without seeking recognition. These qualities embody the very spirit of Jack Phillips Award, making Johnny Hicks a most deserving candidate for this distinguished honor, with Missy’s unwavering support and dedication equally worthy of recognition. H

Mel Raley Rising Star Award

This special recognition is awarded to those who have been an active member of the TLBAA for less than five years and through involvement and sustained enthusiasm have made a positive impact on their peers and on the Longhorn breed.

Travis Johnson, LTJ Longhorns

It is with great pleasure that I nominate Travis Johnson of LTJ Longhorns for the Mel Raley Rising Star Award. In his short time as a breeder, Travis has demonstrated the kind of enthusiastic involvement and sustained effort that makes a lasting positive impact on our community, truly embodying the spirit of Mel Raley. Travis’ commitment to the Texas Longhorn breed is remarkable. Establishing LTJ Longhorns in 2022, he has already assembled an incredible herd of top-quality cattle, focusing on elite genetics, conformation and impressive horns. While many new breeders start small and slowly scale up, Travis has invested significant time and resources to develop a high caliber program from the very beginning. His deliberate and discerning approach to acquiring foundational genetics, including purchases from respected breeders like Terry King, Jimmy Jones, and Hudson Longhorns, show a deep dedication to excellence. He thoughtfully diversified his bloodlines to build a herd he is proud of, a testament to his long-term vision. Beyond his rapid success with his own herd, Travis has become a dedicated and visible member of the Longhorn community. He is an active participant in sales and futurities, demonstrating his engagement with the industry and his willingness to showcase his breeding program. Furthermore, he generously supports the breed and fellow enthusiasts through his sponsorship of events. Travis’ positive impact is not limited to his own ranch. He is known as a great and hardworking individual who is always willing to lend a hand and share his passion. His gratitude for the mentorship he has received, and his openness to share his own experiences, reflects the same generous spirit that defined Mel Raley. In just a few years, Travis has proven himself to be a rising star. His tireless work ethic, passion for the breed, and active participation in the TLBAA community have made a powerful and positive impression. I believe he is a truly deserving candidate for this prestigious award. H

Welcome Two New Inductees

mittee from 2019 to 2023, commissioning a new beef study for producers.

Her achievements earned numerous honors, including Breeder of the Year (1996) and the TLBAA President’s Award (1997). Over the years, she exhibited many champions at regional and national shows - including winners at both the first World Show and the first Horn Showcase.

The pinnacle came in 2000, when she received the Elmer Parker Lifetime Achievement Award, the Texas Longhorn industry’s highest honor.

CHARLENE SEMKIN

Charlene Semkin’s journey with Texas Longhorns began in 1971, when a city-raised single mother with no ranching background saw the breed for the first time at the Dickinson Ranch in Colorado. Inspired, she bought her first heifer, Alpha, in 1975 for $450 - keeping her in the front yard of her suburban home in Lewisville, Texas.

Over her career, Charlene personally sold more than 1,500+ buyers their first Longhorn - always including a promotional membership with the TLBAA. Among those buyers were future Chairmen of the Board Richard Carlson and Brent Bolen.

Turn To Page 24 for the of Fame Presentation

From those modest beginnings, Charlene built a career spanning more than five decades. She apprenticed with Dickinson Longhorns, partnered with industry leaders like Red McCombs, and invested in the syndications of legendary sires Classic and Texas Ranger. By the 1980s, she had become a respected breeder, sending out a newsletter that reached 3,000 ranchers, displaying live cattle & handing out literature at the Arizona National Livestock Show, and helping launch the Texas Longhorn Breeders of Tomorrow (TLBT) youth program.

Her role extended internationally, with exports of cattle and genetics to Australia, New Zealand, Venezuela, and Nigeria, where she personally advised on breeding programs and promoted the breed at major livestock events.

Today, Charlene remains deeply engaged in the breed she loves. She continues to sell both to established breeders and to newcomers, making sure every first-time buyer receives a promotional TLBAA membership. She still enjoys attending shows, sales, and TLBAA events, and she keeps her favorite Longhorns close to home in Austin, Texas. In addition, she actively assists McGuire Land & Cattle with marketing and promotion, where her experience and gift for connecting people continue to strengthen the Longhorn community.

Beyond her successful Longhorn career, Charlene has lived a life of service and adventure. She has skippered and crewed boats for Coastland Missions across the world - in Thailand, Fiji, the Bahamas, the Caribbean, and along the Atlantic and Pacific coasts.

Charlene’s leadership also shaped the industry at home. She served as Secretary of the Mountains and Plains Longhorn Association, worked on the Al and Embryo Transfer Committees, and chaired the Beef Com-

From keeping a single heifer in her front yard to shaping the global growth of the Texas Longhorn breed - and from sponsoring children in Uganda to sailing oceans in service of othersCharlene Semkin stands as a pioneer, promoter, and mentor whose legacy will endure for generations.

into the TLBAA Hall of Fame!

JOHN T. BAKER

It has been said that nobody has had more national influence on behalf of the Texas Longhorn breed than Mr. John T. Baker. A Texas Longhorn owner, breeder, and enthusiast since the mid 1970’s, Mr. Baker has held every position possible within the TLBAA, and constantly been an advocate pursuing new breeders. His list of accomplishments in the Texas Longhorn industry include:

• TLBAA President 1988-1990

• Many years as TLBAA Board Member

• Creation of TLBAA’s Texas Longhorn Trails Magazine while President

• Assisted in creation of Texas Longhorn Breeders of Tomorrow

• Instrumental in the Breed Advisor Committeea council of beef industry professionals and academics that provided education and guidance to the association and new breeders

• Top 3 (by volume) breeder and exhibitor of World Champion Texas Longhorns in the 1990 and 2000’s

• Many time show and event chairperson

• Operator, alongside his wife Betty, of Sunrise Showmanship Camp for 25 years - a showman-

ship, halter breaking, and leadership camp for youth within the Texas Longhorn breed

• Esteemed judge - judging affiliate, fairs, and national stock shows across the country

• Owner and breeder of the 3 most current University of Texas Bevo mascots

Mr. Baker’s knowledge, integrity, vision, and approach to the Texas Longhorn breed may be matched, but are unsurpassed in the Texas Longhorn world. The two most important pieces of evidence of this are the Sunrise Showmanship Camp and his involvement with University of Texas mascot Bevo.

The Sunrise Showmanship Camp sold out all available spots each year, and was the place parents knew their children would learn more than animal husbandry, but true life lessons. With Texas Longhorn calves as the vessel, the Bakers taught youth each summer about responsibility, honor, courage to stand up when scared, public speaking, team work, and respect.

A true ambassador for the Texas Longhorn breed, Mr. Baker developed connections that put him in the right place to make a monumental impact via Bevo. Mr. Baker has not only bred and supplied the 3 most recent Bevo mascots, he trains the Silver Spur handlers, assists in the entire Bevo presentation, spreads the benefits of the Texas Longhorn breed to all students and alumni who will listen, and makes sure the Texas Longhorn breed is alwasy shown in a positive light.

John T. Baker has done much for the breed over the last 50 years, from the grass roots breeder level to youth and new breeder development and on to national magazine creation and on to possibly the most recognizable collegiate mascot in the country.

2026 EDDIE WOOD COWTOWN CLASSIC SALE RESULTS

January 17, 2026 • Fort Worth, TX

Auctioneer: Dan Huntington • Sale Host: TLBAA

Results Furnished by Huntington Sales, LLC

Photos by Taylor Rankin

HIGHLIGHTS

Sale Total: $318,800 43 Lots Sold Sale Average: $7,395

HIGH SELLING LOT:

$46,000

LOT 32 - DB TWENTY JENNY

Seller: Whitlock/ McEntire/Vanderford

Buyer: Stark Enterprises

OTHER HIGH SELLING LOTS:

$19,500 – Lot 31 - CR Drink Deep

Seller: New Age Cattle Company, Randy Murry

Buyer: Barry Baskin

$19,000 – Lot 8 - SLL Tonopah

Seller: Andrea Siller Buyer: Randy Murry

$16,000 – Lot 4 - M7 Patty’s Rose

Seller: M7 Longhorns Buyer: Dean Whitlock

$15,000 – Lot 28 - RNL Pacific Babe

Seller: Hudson Longhorns Buyer: Jose Cardosa

$12,500 – Lot 42 - SR Clout’s Ruby 891

Seller: Dale Hunt Buyer: Mike Arthurs

$12,000 – Lot 10 - HBR Uptown Beauty

Seller: Suzanne Torkildsen Buyer: Ricky McLeod

$9,750 – Lot 21 - DW Noble Dream

Seller: Lloyd Esh Buyer: OLD Partnership

$8,500 – Lot 22 - GF Iron Unreal

Seller: Rex & Sherese Glendenning Buyer: Stark Enterprises

$8,000 – Lot 14 - WO Lethal Lady

Seller: Dick & Cheryl Curry Buyer: Michael Dutschmann

$8,000 – Lot 16 - ECR Hearts and Flwoers

Seller: El Coyote Ranch Buyer: Marcus Cartright

$8,000 – Lot 44 - Hubbells Crown Jewel

Seller: Mark Hubbell Buyer: J&T Longhorns, LLC

FORT WORTH STOCK SHOW

January 18, 2026

OPEN HALTERED FEMALE DIVISION

CLASS 2: 1. SC NOVA, Gavin Shewmake, WEATHERFORD, TX CLASS 3: 1. TB SOUTHERN CHARM, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX 2. TL SPLASH OF SUMMER, Tanner Longhorns, STEPHENVILLE, TX CLASS 4: 1. LRJUBILEE TENBAR JANE CP, Double-Ought Longhorns, MOUNDS, OK 2. G&L

SWEET TEA, Bill and Linda Bates, POOLVILLE, TX CLASS 5: 1. LR TIGER LILY CP, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK 2. LR CALLA LILY CP, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK

Junior Champion Haltered Female: TB SOUTHERN CHARM, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX

Reserve Junior Champion Haltered Female: LR TIGER LILY CP, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK

CLASS 8: 1. WIC MERRY JANE, Randy & Catherine Morris, TUSCOLA, TX 2. SL MALIBU, Sharer Family Longhorns, POOLVILLE, TX CLASS 9: 1. SL EYE CANDY, Sharer Family Longhorns, POOLVILLE, TX 2. OVER THE MOON CP, Payne/Dennis Partnership, SLIDELL, TX CLASS 10: 1. EDEN CP, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX 2. OCC SHES A BAD MAMA JAMA, Double R Ranch, GRANDVIEW, TX CLASS 11: 1. LR LILLY ANN CP, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK 2. LR HIGH DOLLAR CP, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX

Senior Champion Haltered Female: LR LILLY ANN CP, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK Reserve Senior Champion Haltered Female: LR HIGH DOLLAR CP, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX

Grand Champion Haltered Female: LR LILLY ANN CP, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK Reserve Grand Champion Haltered Female: TB SOUTHERN CHARM, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX

CLASS 16: 1. WIC SHE’S A DAISY, Randy & Catherine Morris, TUSCOLA, TX 2. FLYING H MISS NELLIE, Double R Ranch, GRANDVIEW, TX CLASS 17: 1. DISCOVERY DIAMOND C P, Gavin Shewmake, WEATHERFORD, TX

Champion Haltered Mature Female: WIC SHE’S A DAISY, Randy & Catherine Morris, TUSCOLA, TX

Reserve Champion Haltered Mature Female: FLYING H MISS NELLIE, Double R Ranch, GRANDVIEW, TX

Produce Of Dam

CLASS 34: 1. SANDDOLLAR SMOKE’N DAWN, Blake & Jessica Hickman, MCKINNEY, TX 2. HD WILLOW, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX

OPEN HALTERED BULL DIVISION

CLASS 20: 1. WIC FARLEY, Randy & Catherine Morris, TUSCOLA, TX CLASS 21: 1. CCR ROWDY RINGO, Braylin Miller, COLEMAN, TX 2. HF ATLAS, Blake & Jessica Hickman, MCKINNEY, TX

CLASS 22: 1. TB CAP’N CRUNCH, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX 2. SL MIDNIGHT STORM, Sharer Family Longhorns, POOLVILLE, TX CLASS 23: 1. LR RACK’EM UP CP, Double-Ought Longhorns, MOUNDS, OK 2. TJD HONDO, B-Ranch, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS 24: 1. LR MATADOR CP, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX 2. LR STANLEY CP, Randy & Catherine Morris, TUSCOLA, TX

Junior Champion Haltered Bull: LR MATADOR CP, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX

Reserve Junior Champion Haltered Bull: TB CAP’N CRUNCH, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX CLASS 27: 1. LL FLIGHT RISK, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK CLASS 28: 1. SL TACOMA, Sharer Family Longhorns, POOLVILLE, TX CLASS 29: 1. 14K’S ROCK ME AMADEUS, Krimmel/Bush Partnership, BOYD, TX 2. LR MR RAGER CP, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX

Senior Champion Haltered Bull: 14K’S ROCK ME AMADEUS, Krimmel/Bush Partnership, BOYD, TX

Reserve Senior Champion Haltered Bull: LR MR RAGER CP, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX

Grand Champion Haltered Bull: 14K’S ROCK ME AMADEUS, Krimmel/Bush Partnership, BOYD, TX

Reserve Grand Champion Haltered Bull: LR MATADOR CP, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX

Get Of Sire

CLASS 35: 1. WIC NEXT BIG DEAL, Randy & Catherine Morris, TUSCOLA, TX NON-HALTERED FEMALE DIVISION

CLASS 2: 1. JCG LAYLA, Grace Cattle Company, LLC, FORT WORTH, TX CLASS 3: 1. B B QUE CP,

Company, CLEBURNE, TX CLASS 5: 1. LR TRUE BLUE CP, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK 2. TJD WYNONNA, Stewart Farm Services LLC, POOLVILLE, TX

Junior Champion Non-Haltered Female: LR TRUE BLUE CP, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK

Reserve Junior Champion Non-Haltered Female: TJD LONDON, Stewart Farm Services LLC, POOLVILLE, TX

CLASS 8: 1. HIGHBROW DISCOVERY CP, Carla Payne, SLIDELL, TX 2. LR METALLIC CP, Stewart Farm Services LLC, POOLVILLE, TX CLASS 9: 1. SL ONIDA, Sharer Family Longhorns, POOLVILLE, TX 2. CRACKER JACK CP, Rafter T Cattle Company, CLEBURNE, TX CLASS 10: 1. TJD ABBY, Stewart Farm Services LLC, POOLVILLE, TX 2. LR LIL’ MISS SUNSHINE CP, Michael Brody Gregory, SLIDELL, TX CLASS 11: 1. LR RIPPING CP, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK 2. CL ST JANE OF VALOIS, Johnathan & Meagan Warminski, FORT WORTH, TX

Senior Champion Non-Haltered Female: LR RIPPING CP, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK

Reserve Senior Champion Non-Haltered Female: TJD ABBY, Stewart Farm Services LLC, POOLVILLE, TX

Grand Champion Non-Haltered Female: LR RIPPING CP, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK

Reserve Grand Champion Non-Haltered Female: TJD ABBY, Stewart Farm Services LLC, POOLVILLE, TX

CLASS 16: 1. TJD O’LEIA, Stewart Farm Services LLC, POOLVILLE, TX 2. TJD ARIEL, Stewart Farm Services LLC, POOLVILLE, TX CLASS 17: 1. JCG LOLA, Grace Cattle Company, LLC, FORT WORTH, TX 2. SORMY FAITH TENBAR, Jaxon, Phillip, & John Juarez, SANGER, TX CLASS 19: 1. HI 5’S DREAM CATCHER, Sharer Family Longhorns, POOLVILLE, TX

Champion Non-Haltered Mature Female: JCG LOLA, Grace Cattle Company, LLC, FORT WORTH, TX

Reserve Champion Non-Haltered Mature Female: TJD O’LEIA, Stewart Farm Services LLC, POOLVILLE, TX

YOUTH FEMALE DIVISION

CLASS 2: 1. JCG LAYLA, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX 2. SC NOVA, Gavin Shewmake, WEATHERFORD, TX CLASS 3: 1. TB SOUTHERN CHARM, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX 2. LR HONEY CP, Michael Brody Gregory, SLIDELL, TX CLASS 4: 1. LRJUBILEE TENBAR JANE CP, Michael Brody Gregory, SLIDELL, TX 2. G&L SWEET TEA, Alissa Butler, DECATUR, TX CLASS 5: 1. LR TIGER LILY CP, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX 2. LR CALLA LILY CP, Hadley Anderson, SHREVEPORT, LA

Junior Champion Youth Female: LR TIGER LILY CP, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX

Reserve Junior Champion Youth Female: LR CALLA LILY CP, Hadley Anderson, SHREVEPORT, LA CLASS 8: 1. WIC MERRY JANE, Kennedy Buchanan, HASKELL, TX 2. BNB SANJI BABY, Alissa Butler, DECATUR, TX CLASS 9: 1. HV STARDUST MAIA, Hannah Welborn, Pittsburg, TX 2. OVER THE MOON CP, Michael Brody Gregory, SLIDELL, TX CLASS 10: 1. OCC SHES A BAD MAMA JAMA, Sheridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX 2. EDEN CP, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX CLASS 11: 1. LR LILLY ANN CP, Sheridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX 2. LR RIPPING CP, Michael Brody Gregory, SLIDELL, TX

Senior Champion Youth Female: LR LILLY ANN CP, Sheridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX Reserve Senior Champion Youth Female: LR RIPPING CP, Michael Brody Gregory, SLIDELL, TX Grand Champion Youth Female: LR LILLY ANN CP, Sheridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX Reserve Grand Champion Youth Female: LR RIPPING CP, Michael Brody Gregory, SLIDELL, TX YOUTH BULL DIVISION

CLASS 16: 1. WIC FARLEY, Harper Keene, TUSCOLA, TX 2. CD JOHNNIE WALKER, Melissa Elizabeth Dittmar, HILLSBORO, TX CLASS 17: 1. HF ATLAS, Ethan Hickman, MCKINNEY, TX 2. JCG MR AMERICA, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX CLASS 18: 1. PERPETUAL SOCIETY CP, Langston Taylor, MOUNTAIN VIEW, OK 2. SM HEARTTHROB, Wyleigh Oliver, MALAKOFF, TX CLASS 19: 1. LR RACK’EM UP CP, Michael Brody Gregory, SLIDELL, TX 2. TB OAKLEY, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX CLASS 20: 1. LR MATADOR CP, Samuel Bruton, SEMINOLE, TX 2. LR STANLEY CP, Waverly McCauley, HUFFMAN, TX CLASS 21: 1. LL FLIGHT RISK, Hadley Anderson, SHREVEPORT, LA Grand Champion Youth Bull: LR MATADOR CP, Samuel Bruton, SEMINOLE, TX

YOUTH STEER DIVISION

CLASS 26: 1. TB REAL STEEL, Jaxon Juarez, SANGER, TX 2. TL AMERICAN GUSTO, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX CLASS 27: 1. 5J PICKLES, Jaden Melton, SCHULENBURG, TX 2. JCG PRETTYFLY4AWHITEGUY, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX

Junior Champion Youth Steer: TB REAL STEEL, Jaxon Juarez, SANGER, TX

Reserve Junior Champion Youth Steer: 5J PICKLES, Jaden Melton, SCHULENBURG, TX

CLASS 30: 1. PERPETUA ST FLORIAN, Paul Warminski, FORT WORTH, TX 2. DTL PAYDAY, Denali Greenleaf, SKIATOOK, OK CLASS 31: 1. LL HOUDINI, Hadley Anderson, SHREVEPORT, LA 2. TB DRAGON, Alexis Stone, SAN ANGELO, TX CLASS 32: 1. SV TONTO, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX 2. FLYING H SAMMY, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX CLASS 33: 1. FLYING H QUIGLEY, Sheridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX 2. SL CUPID, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX

Senior Champion Youth Steer: FLYING H QUIGLEY, Sheridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX

Reserve Senior Champion Youth Steer: LL HOUDINI, Hadley Anderson, SHREVEPORT, LA

Grand Champion Youth Steer: FLYING H QUIGLEY, Sheridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX

Reserve Grand Champion Youth Steer: LL HOUDINI, Hadley Anderson, SHREVEPORT, LA

YOUTH SHOWMANSHIP DIVISION

CLASS I: . Kahle Walker Locke, 1st Place, Landon Thomas Dittmar, 2nd Place, Noah Hawkins, 3rd Place

CLASS II: . Teagan Mathey, 1st Place, Ethan Hickman, 2nd Place, Melissa Elizabeth Dittmar, 3rd Place

CLASS III: . Julia Melton, 1st Place, Memphis Merceri, 2nd Place, Waverly McCauley, 3rd Place

CLASS IV: . Hannah Mathey, 1st Place, Jaylin Krimmel, 2nd Place, Sheridan Van Blarcom, 3rd Place

TROPHY STEER

DIVISION

CLASS 1: 1. SV THEODORE, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX 2. FLYING H QUIGLEY, Double R Ranch, GRANDVIEW, TX CLASS 2: 1. CL EXTENDED WARRANTY, Gavin Shewmake, WEATHERFORD, TX 2. LL

COWBOY TUFF SHOOTER, Lawrence Longhorns, WEATHERFORD, TX

Junior Champion Steer: CL EXTENDED WARRANTY, Gavin Shewmake, WEATHERFORD, TX

Reserve Junior Champion Steer: LL COWBOY TUFF SHOOTER, Lawrence Longhorns, WEATHERFORD, TX

CLASS 5: 1. HX3 WETZEL, Herman’s Horned Ranch, MONTGOMERY, TX 2. JCG PLAYTHATFUNKYMUSIC, Grace Cattle Company, LLC, FORT WORTH, TX CLASS 6: 1. NEON ROW CP, Kevin and Laury Rooker, POOLVILLE, TX 2. KING BLING, Kathleen and Jeff Hoffman, PARADISE, TX

Senior Champion Steer: NEON ROW CP, Kevin and Laury Rooker, POOLVILLE, TX

Reserve Senior Champion Steer: HX3 WETZEL, Herman’s Horned Ranch, MONTGOMERY, TX

Grand Champion Steer: NEON ROW CP, Kevin and Laury Rooker, POOLVILLE, TX

Reserve Grand Champion Steer: CL EXTENDED WARRANTY, Gavin Shewmake, WEATHERFORD, TX

TLBAA WORLD EXPO MOVES TO JULY 15-19 FOR 2026 ONLY

JUDGES

Open Haltered

John Nelson

Open Non-Haltered & Trophy Steers

PJ Budler

Junior Nationals

Dr. Joe Mask

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

9:00 am Move In All cattle in by 4 pm (health papers are required for all animals at check in)

Gold Merit and Senior Sale books are due at check-in

4:00 pm All miniature cattle will be measured

5:00 pm TLBT Livestock Judging

Thursday, July 16, 2026

8:15 am TLBT Show Ring Procedure Meeting & Group Photo

8:30 am TLBT Junior Nationals Show – Beginning with Pee Wee Showmanship

All other showmanship will immediately follow the steer classes

9:00 am TLBT Quiz Bowl – open until end of youth show – Show Office

9:30 am TLBT Prize Shop – open until conclusion of Showmanship

Friday, July 17, 2026

7:30 am Breakfast in the Barn

8:00 am TLBT Gold Merit Competition Begins

9:00 am Non-Haltered division with the Trophy Steer show immediately following

1:00 pm TLBT Senior Heifer Sale

4:00 pm TLBT Membership Meeting

Saturday, July 18, 2026

8:30 am Open Haltered (including Miniature)

7:00 pm Banquet featuring TLBAA Awards, TLBT Awards and other special Awards

Sunday, July 19, 2026

Noon All cattle must be removed by noon

Hello ev y e!

Presidents Message

Howdy everyone! This month is an exciting one with one big cattle stage: Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo! Texas Longhorns will move in and show on March 21st-22nd. Even though it’s a quick one, I always enjoy the love the breed recieves from this show. It’s a great way to show the public that comes from all around the world for this event how influential longhorn cattle are.

In terms of this issue of the Trails Magazine, the TLBT is excited to present all of our happenings from Texas Longhorn Weekend in Fort Worth, Texas. Longhorn Weekend was on January 16th-20th, and it sure was a fun time (with cooperative weather this year thankfully). On the sixteenth, our committee leads as well as our vice president and I presented our status with the general TLBAA membership. We gave updates on financials, communications, and our new TLBT handbook policy updates for this year. It was a treat to visit with the members and welcome our new TLBAA Chairman, Joe Sedlacek, who is the first elected chairman that was a TLBT member! On the seventeenth, we had the honor of showing o our Eddie Wood Cowtown Classic Sale lot, ECR Maxima donated by the El Coyote Ranch! The TLBT board would like to send another heartfelt thank you to Felix and Della Serna, as we are extremely grateful for their support. The sale went extremely well, with our donation heifer being bought by Ben Herman! We are blessed to also have add-on donors on the sale lot from Douglas & Susie Winters (Trail of Faith Ranch), and Suzanne Torkildsen! The leadership hopes that everyone knows these donations never go unnoticed. Following the sale was our FWSSR formal TLBT meeting! The board updated the youth on new policies and allowed vote, and all motions passed. The advisors put together a senior cord ceremony for our graduating class (including me and multiple board members, yay!). Lastly, the membership got to vote on their favorite junior national banquet prizes and prize shop items. I’m super proud of everything that the TLBT has worked together on and accomplished so far. On the eighteenth and nineteenth, was the youth and open Texas Longhorn show! The final day was a nice opportunity to relax and talk with fellow members before load out later on. Once again, our board sends out a huge thank you to everyone who makes these events happen, and all who support the Texas Longhorn Breeders of Tomorrow!

Sinc ely y r TLBT Nati al President

Sh idan Van Bl c

Quiz B l

Junior:

Which side of the calf do you stand on when you are leading it in the ring?

A. Left

B. Right

C. In Front

Intermediate:

What is an example of roughage or high-fiber that cattle eat?

Teen:

For a female to calve at 24 months, at what age must she be bred?

Senior:

What is the minimum age a calf can be shown by itself?

Sh idan Van Bl c President

Jaden Melton Reporter Hadley And s Vice President

Anthony Quinn Treasurer

Annabel Vill eal Secretary

2025-2026 TLBT OFFICERS & DIRECTORS

Av y Mathey Parliamentarian

L i Stutchman Senior Director

Hannah B dwell Senior Director

Hennessy Rog s Teen Director

M well Mas Teen Director

Teagan Mathey

Intermediate Director

Brynn Hickman

Intermediate Director

Eve Hatl

Junior Director

Land Di m

Junior Director

For more info or questions regarding the TLBT, please contact us at tlbtadvisors@gmail.com or visit us on social media!

Thank you to Ben Herman and Suzanne Torkildsen for supporting the TLBT at the Eddie Wood cowtown classic sale.

Seni Spotlight

Hadley Anderson

Senior

How long have you been showing?

- This is my fourth and final year showing, I was introduced to this amazing breed my freshman year and since then I have immersed my self in the community and strived to be the best showman I could be.

What are you looking forward to most this year?

- I am most looking forward to this years Texas Longhorn Junior Nationals and in particular our junior board meeting. While it will be a bitter sweet ending I can’t wait to see the group of kids who is gonna pick up after us and continue to push this organization into a brighter future.

Who has been your favorite longhorn to show?

- My favorite Longhorn to show is my senior sale project from this year, HV American Honey. She in my opinion is the epitome of my entire show career. She is truly a blessing and I am so thankful to everyone who has supported me through my journey with her.

What are your plans after high school?

- My current plans after high school are not fully confirmed, however I am not necessarily looking for the traditional path in furthering my education. I am currently looking into studying and actual hands on learning in a foreign country to increase not only my knowledge in the cattle industry but to experience other cultures.

2025 Rodger Damrow

Colorful Calf Contest Results

Respectfully titled after longtime Nebraska Texas Longhorn Association President, Rodger Damrow, who was very fond of colorful calves, this year’s contest drew 45 entries. Roger’s wife Bonnie was honored to judge the entries and her pick for overall winner can be seen on this month’s cover.

In the Texas Longhorn industry there are events that look at two out of three aspects of the breed, conformation and horn, but never has there been an event that features the uniqueness of colors so evident in the breed.

The top four finalists are showcased first, followed by all the competitors (alpha by owner) for this title celebrating the distinctly colorful Texas Longhorn.

Any Texas Longhorn calf born to two TLBAA registered Texas Longhorns was eligible (some were too young to be branded and registered in time for the contest) and each entry cost $20. A great way to show off your colorful offspring.

We appreciate everyone who took the time to participate and hope everyone will enjoy the festive displays of color on the following pages.

BCR High Note 525

Bill & Suzaanne Torkildsen / Bull Creek Longhorns

Johnny Yuma BCR

Bill & Suzaanne Torkildsen / Bull Creek Longhorns

Get Found on the TLBAA Website Breeder Map

Make it easy for people searching for Longhorn Breeders in their area to find you! The association website, www.tlbaa.org, has a page “Breeders Near You” under the “Member Services” tab.

A link to the last printed membership directory is available to download for free.

If you wish to be listed on that page under your state and have your ranch pinpointed on the Google Map featured at the top, scan the QR code for the online form or contact myra@tlbaa.org for more information. The cost to be listed for one year is $120.

OCTOBER 1-3, 2026

Canadian county expo center

El Reno, OK

The 2026 TLBAA Horn Showcase will be held at the Canadian County Expo Center in El Reno, Oklahoma, for the fourth straight year! The City of El Reno and Canadian County o cials state the Horn Showcase is one of their favorite events of the year.

SELECT SALE

Be sure and pick out one of your best cows to consign in the Horn Showcase Select Sale. The consignment deadline is June 30. The form is found in this issue or you may enter on-line through the TLBAA website. Last year’s sale had an average of $6,400 with the high seller bringing $36,000.

BULL ALLEY

Bull Alley remains one of the most popular events for people to participate and attend. If you are a bull owner, this is your chance to get him out in front of the breeders to show him o and o er semen at a special show price. Last year’s Bull Alley semen sales were over $85,000 with over 375 straws changing hands. To enter this year’s Bull Alley, make sure your bull is A.I. certified, or you need to start that process NOW! The deadline of June 30 ensures your bull will be part of the special foldout section in the September Trails

MEASUREMENT AND FUTURITY

Measurement and Futurity entries will be due by September 15. Watch for entry information in later issues of Trails, on the TLBAA website and part of weekly E-Trails. If you have interest in hosting a satellite, be sure and contact the o ce. Satellite measurements will take place on September 26 & 27.

There are sponsorship opportunities to line up with everyone’s advertising budget – whether you have a bull to promote in Bull Alley; your overall ranch and breeding program with overall event sponsor packages; or your chance to support the Futurity with class sponsorships. Look over the packages in this issue and let the o ce know.

As we have more to share with you about Horn Showcase, watch for e-blasts and other information shared on the TLBAA website and Facebook pages. But, be sure and put it on your calendar for October 1 – 3, 2026!

HORN SHOWCASE

SELECT SALE

6/30 in office no late consignments accepted October 3rd • Oklahoma City, OK

Member Number _________________ Consignors Name _________________________________________________________

Phone ____________________________ EMAIL ____________________________________________________________

Animal NaMe ______________________________________________________________ REG No. _____________________

10X10 Pen With Hay Provided DOB: ______________________

r Consignment Fee: $450 includes one measurement, please specify r TTT r TH r TWISTY

Any consignment with an official tip-to-tip measurement of 90” or above, will have their consignment fee refunded when sale proceeds are distributed. Animal must sell during the HSC Select Sale and have an official TTT measurement on site to be eligible. (PO animals are not eligible)

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS

r Additional Measurement $120 each r TTT r TH r TWISTY r Sponsorship Package $___________

r Expanded Lot (up to 4 reference photos) $100 CATALOG ADS: r FULL $400 r HALF $250

PAYMENT r Visa, Mastercard, Discover r CC on File r Check Attached TOTAL:__________________ Name on Card________________________________________________CID(3-digit code on back)_____________

Card Number_____________________________________________________ Exp. Date_______________

COMMISSION 8% RESERVE AMOUNT

requirements 1. Payment in full 2. Completed consignment form 3. Original TLBAA certificate or dual registration certificate ***Reminder - All animals must be branded to be TLBAA Registered.*** 4. Completed transfer application 5. Digital photo sent to salesandevents@tlbaa.org

Selection: Notifications will be sent confirming consignments accepted into the sale.

Breeding information

All sale entries must be confirmed bred or have a calf at side at time of sale if 30 months old or older.

Cow Exposed To __________________________________________________ From___________ to_______________

Cow Exposed To __________________________________________________ From___________ to_______________

Confirmed Bred_____________ Calf At Side Information: sex______________ Date Calved______________________

OCV Vaccinated rYes rNo Calf Sired by ___________________________________________________________

COMMENTS

Comments will be published in sale catalog. Changes for pedigree reader must be submitted in writing to management no later than 24 hours before sale start.

WAIVER/CONSENT FORM

The Horn Showcase Sale (HSS) assumes no responsibility for any guarantee made by the consignor. All guarantees are strictly between the consignor (seller) and the buyer. HSS is not responsible for the health or safety of any animal consigned to the sale. This includes loss of life, loss by theft or other perils. All consignors must comply with the rules and regulations. The undersigned hereby agrees to conditions of the sale and agrees that all guarantees are between seller and buyer.

The undersigned further agrees to indemnify and hold harmless HSS, sale employees and duly authorized representatives from any and all claims, demands, causes of action or liabilities of any nature which may arise from or in any way relate to the Horn Showcase Sale. The undersigned agrees that if the buyer is unable to accept delivery because of Interstate health requirements, the consignor, not HSS or its management, shall be responsible for refund or adjustment.

Health Requirements: All animals 12 months of age and over are required to have a negative tuberculosis test not more that 30 DAYS prior to the sale. All female cattle 18 months of age and over must be tested negative for Brucellosis not more than 30 DAYS prior to the sale. Each health certificate should have the animal clearly identified by lot number, name, and private herd number. Please make certain that all breeding age animals are palpated by a licensed Veterinarian. Pregnancy status is a requirement of the sale and must be noted on the health certificate.

Consignor Signature______________________________________________________ Date_________ PO BOX 4430 • Fort Worth, TX 76164 • 817.625.6241 • salesandevents@tlbaa.org For Questions, Contact: Pam Robison - pam@tlbaa.org Sale Chair: Matt Marti • 806-420-3779 • matt.marti81@gmail.com

73036

Friday, October 2, 2026

Oklahoma City, OK

1. Each Bull receives spotlighted arena time.

2. All bulls will receive a page in a special full color Bull Alley Program

3. All bulls must be TLBAA AI Certified to enter.

4. All bulls to be featured in a special foldout section in September issue of Trails

5. Each owner may bring tank with semen or have semen sent to Champion Genetics. Must have 50 straws minimum available.

6. If less than 50 straws available, seller assumes responsibility for shipping costs.

7. All living bulls must be present at the HSC.

8. Any deceased bull must be entered by its last official owner and all other rules apply.

9. Bulls will be measured onsite.

10. No minimum straw purchases allowed.

11. Send photo to salesandevents@tlbaa.org.

Plan Ahead: TLBAA AI Certification must be completed by June 30th

Exhibitor Name: ___________________________________________ Email: ______________________________________________

Exhibitor Phone: ___________________________________________

Exhibitor TLBAA NO: ________________________________

Animal Name: __________________________________________________________________________________________________

Animal Date of Birth: __________ Animal’s TLBAA NO: ____________ AI Certification NO: ______________________________

All entries include TTT, TH & COMP measurements, 20’ X 10’ Pen With Hay Provided & Full Color Page In Special Bull Alley Program ENTRY FEE: Minimum $1,500 Sponsorship Required to participate. Choose sponsor level below (packages on page at right) q $8,000 Platinum q $5,000 Gold q $2,500 Silver q $1,500 Bronze

Normal Price of Semen __________________________ Horn Showcase Price of Semen ___________________________

Bull Alley semen checks should be made payable to _______________________ | NOTE: Completed W-9 May Be Required

Honors & Awards, Notable Offspring, Measurement History, Additional Comments (will be printed in program book):

Please email 4 reference photos to be included on their page in the program book (e.g. sire, dam, offspring, siblings, other pedigree animals,)

Song Clip of Choice for Entrance: ______________________________________________________________________ If not marked, song will be selected for you.

Total Payment $______ FORM OF PAYMENT: CASH CHECK CREDIT CARD CREDIT CARD ON FILE

ENTRY DEADLINE: JUNE 30th WITH PAYMENT IN FULL CONTACT Matt Marti • 806-420-3779 • Matt.marti81@gmail.com

TLBAA • PO Box 4430 Fort Worth, TX 76164 • salesandevents@tlbaa.org • (817) 625-6241 • (817) 625-1388 Fax

Terms: Champion Genetics will be onsite for semen transfers, shipping and handling at buyers expense. Awards will be presented at the event. Winners not in attendance will be responsible for actual award shipping cost.

As a condition to participation in this event, the TLBAA, its officers, employees, members, agents and representatives are hereby released from all claims, demands or causes of action of any kind or nature whatsoever, whether now existing or to hereafter accrue, on account of any damage, cost or expense (i) as a result of any bodily injury, or any injury, loss, or damage to any animal(s), equipment or other personal property from any cause whatsoever, and (ii) as a result of the interpretation of enforcement of the TLBAA Constitution, Bylaws, Rules and Regulations and the risk of any damage, cost or expense which may occur by reason of foregoing is here by assumed and accepted. This waiver is binding on the undersigned as well as all other persons associated with the participation of the animal(s) described herein in this event, and the undersigned indemnifies the TLBAA from all claims, demands or causes of action based on any of the foregoing.

EVENT LOCATION

Canadian County Expo Center, 3001 Jensen Rd E, El Reno, OK 73036

SPONSOR PACKAGES

$8,000 Platinum

• One Bull Alley Entry – includes all three measurements

• Full Page Color Ad in Texas Longhorn Trails For 8 Months

• 8 E-blasts Of Monthly Ads

• Breeder’s Guide Ad In Trails Magazine For 12 Months

• Full Page Ad In Bull Alley Program

• Bronze Sponsorship In Program

• One 3x5 Wall Banners Displayed

• Reserved Table

• Logo Included On Bull Alley Sign

• Social Media Coverage

$2,500 Silver

• One Bull Alley Entry – includes all three measurements

• Full Page Color Ad in Texas Longhorn Trails For 3 Months

• 3 E-blasts Of Monthly Ads

• Full Page Ad In Bull Alley Program

• Bronze Sponsorship In Program

• One 3x5 Wall Banners Displayed

• Logo Included On Bull Alley Sign

• Social Media Coverage

$5,000 Gold

• One Bull Alley Entry – includes all three measurements

• Full Page Color Ad in Texas Longhorn Trails For 6 Months

• 6 E-blasts Of Monthly Ads

• Full Page Ad In Bull Alley Program

• Bronze Sponsorship In Program

• One 3x5 Wall Banners Displayed

• Reserved Table

• Logo Included On Bull Alley Sign

• Social Media Coverage

$1,500 Bronze

• One Bull Alley Entry – includes all three measurements

• TTT, TH & Composite Measurements

• Full Page Ad in Bull Alley Program

• Bronze Sponsorship in Program

• 2 Custom E-blasts

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$12,500 Diamond

• Full page color ad in Trails Magazine for 12 months

• 12 e-blasts of monthly ads

• Online Directory listing for 12 months

• Breeder’s Guide ad in Trails Magazine

• Sponsor ad on website for 12 months

• Full page ad in HSC Sale Catalog

• Full page ad in Bull Alley Program

• Expanded pedigree page in Sale Catalog

• Bronze sponsorship in HSC Program

• One 3x5 wall banner displayed

• Reserved table

$5,500 Ruby

• Full page color ad in Trails Magazine for 6 months

• 6 e-blasts of monthly ads

• Full page ad in HSC Sale Catalog

• Full page ad in Bull Alley Program

• Expanded pedigree page in sale catalog

• Bronze Sponsorship in program

• One 3x5 wall banner displayed

• Reserved Table

$3,000 Sapphire

$10,000 Pearl

• Full page color ad in Trails Magazine for 12 months

• 12 e-blasts of monthly ads

• Breeder’s Guide ad in Trails Magazine

• Full page ad in HSC Sale Catalog

• Full page ad in Bull Alley Program

• Expanded pedigree page in sale catalog

• Bronze sponsorship in HSC Program

• One 3x5 wall banner displayed

• Reserved table

• Half page color ad in Trails Magazine for 3 months

• 3 e-blasts of monthly ads

• Full page ad in HSC Sale Catalog

• Full page ad in Bull Alley Program

• Expanded pedigree page in sale catalog

• Bronze Sponsorship in program

• One 3x5 wall banner displayed

• Reserved Table

$1,000 Topaz

• Full page ad in HSC Sale Catalog

• Full page in Bull Alley Program

• Expanded pedigree page in Sale Catalog

• Two custom e-blasts

$1,800 Emerald

• Button ad on website for 12 months

• Half page ad in HSC Select Sale Catalog

• Bronze Sponsorship in program

• One 3x5 wall banner displayed

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$300 Bronze Class Sponsor

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• Sponsor announced as class enters the rings

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Three More Dams Join The Roll of Honor

Congratulations to Aaron & Micah Landes, Landes Farms, of Jamesport, MO for adding a Dam of Excellence and two Dams of Distinction to the Dam of Merit Roll of Honor.

Sunny’s Dream Girl 372 is the newest Dam of Excellence, while GLR Tsunami’s Diamond and HR Little Reb are new Dams of Distinction.

The Dam of Merit Program has been available for TLBAA members for many years as a tool to recognize those Texas Longhorn females that stand out in the area of production among Texas Longhorn breeders. Often overlooked as an effective marketing tool, this list is an official record of the positive reproductive record of Longhorn females.

How can it benefit in your program? It shows your dedication to building a herd on a foundation of solid, reproducible genetics. No one can afford females that do not produce offspring regularly and this record shows off those dependable genetics in your herd.

The list also promotes the cost effectiveness of the Texas Longhorn breed. Dependably producing a calf every year is a trait every breed hopes for in a female. Such evidence of productivity can sway other cattle owners to consider bringing Longhorns into a crossbred program or starting a secondary herd of Longhorns. You may even turn them into 100%

Dam of Merit Roll of Honor

Longhorn owners!

What’s the cost to you to get your female on the list? Only $25 plus a little time investment. You will need to make sure that as your females calve, you have updated their progeny records in H.O.R.N.S.

If you have a female that qualifies, simply call the TLBAA office and speak to registrar Rick Fritsche, or drop him an email at rick@tlbaa.org and he will provide you with the necessary form to fill out to submit your dam for verification. Rick will also help with any questions you may have about “calf at side” information in H.O.R.N.S.

Once the progeny have been verified, your dam will be added to the list which appears in Trails Magazine, posts under “Awards” on www.tlbaa.org, and you will receive a Dam of Merit certificate for your records.

This is an affordable and easy benefit for members to promote a very important positive trait of Texas Longhorns that make owning them that much more satisfying.

**NOTE: This is not a record TLBAA tracks for you. It is up to you, as a owner/breeder, to notify us when your cow has achieved this goal. We look forward to your participation.

Dams of Excellence

Dam must have had 10 consecutive calves, with the first being before her third birthday

3S Touchdown Tari

Mike Davis, Lucky Mountain Ranch, LLC, Dallas, TX

4-Ever

David & Jo Anne Norwood, Waco, TX

Bell La Squaw

Double D Arena, Outlook, SK, Canada

CO Barbwire

David M. Hillis, Austin, TX

CK Estrellita

Carlton & Kierstan Schwab, Austin, TX

Cross M Cherokee Miss

Dr. Fritz & Rebecca Moeller, Socorro, New Mexico

Dewlap

Dr. Fritz & Rebecca Moeller, Socorro, New Mexico

F 3F Bevo’s T J

Dr. Fritz & Rebecca Moeller, Socorro, NM

G&L Enchantment

Dr. Gene & Lana Hightower, Van, TX

G&L True

Dr. Gene & Lana Hightower, Van, TX

High Hope, FD

Bo & Dorie Damuth, Magnolia, Texas

Hope’s Secret

David & Jo Anne Norwood, Waco, TX

Miss CP Ruler 562

T.M. & Jean Smith, Bar S Ranch, Boyd, TX

Miss Peppermint

Ed & Sheryl Johnson, Molalla, OR

Nitro Woman SS

Clint & Sharold Tullos, Cameron, MO

Nutmeg 7/4

Double D Arena, Outlook, SK, Canada

Overcast

Kevin & Jodi Bryant, Camargo, OK

Picabo Phantom

Double D Arena, Outlook, SK, Canada

Rawhide Lady Pebbles

Double D Arena, Outlook, SK, Canada

SP Hija

Ben Tanksley, Alpine, TX

US 89076

Dr. Fritz & Rebecca Moeller, Socorro, NM

Westhaven Ranger Reddy Fraser West, Ione, CA

WT Miss Mona’s Liberator

Pearl Longhorn Ranch, Allen & Suzanne Perry, Evant, TX

SR Blade of Fire Struthoff Ranch, San Antonio, TX

SR Goer’s Shimmer 539 Struthoff Ranch, San Antonio, TX

SR Habanero’s Felena 029 Struthoff Ranch, San Antonio, TX

Sunny’s Dream Girl 372

Aaron & Micah Landes, Jaesport, MO

Dams of Distinction

Almendra Dixie Tierra

Joel & Tamara Kuntz, Bend, OR

Bayou Daisy

Dr. Eugene & Jolie Berry, Baton Rouge, LA

Bayou Princess

Dr. Eugene & Jolie Berry, Baton Rouge, LA

BCR Katherine of Castile 719

Suzanne & William H. Torkildsen, Bull Creek Ranch, Fayetteville, TX

BH Mahogany May

Joel & Tamara Kuntz, Bend, OR

BRR Bella Bambi

Russ Thompson, Decatur, TX

CO Starlight

Richard Whalen, Galdewater, TX

Cross M Blue Velvet

Dr. Fritz & Rebecca Moeller, Socorro, NM

Cross M Delta Becca

Jim & Wanda Taylor

Truth or Consequences, NM

Cross M Delta Charisma

Dr. Fritz & Rebecca Moeller, Socorro, NM

Cross M Salsa

Jim & Wanda Taylor

Truth or Consequences, NM

Cross M Star Spangled

Dr. Fritz & Rebecca Moeller, Socorro, NM

Cross M Texas Ruby Red

Dr. Fritz & Rebecca Moeller, Socorro, NM

Cross M Whelming Matrix

Dr. Fritz & Rebecca Moeller, Socorro, NM

Cross M Whelming Sandy

Dr. Fritz & Rebecca Moeller, Socorro, NM

Daisy 221 4W Ranch, Gladewater, TX

Delta Amber

Phillip Bell, Arlington, TX

Diamond Q Roselyn

John & Rebecca McCammon, Ponder, TX

Diamond W 952

Meadowwood, Charley & Doris Snyder, Elgin, OK

Diamonds Make A Girl Happy

Clint & Sharold Tullos, Cameron, MO

Dillons Fancy

Dr. Fritz & Rebecca Moeller, Socorro, NM

Dixie Heather 3G Ranch, Loyd &Bettie Gibbs

Gainesville, TX

Dolly

Joel & Shirley Lemley, Blackwell, TX

Double L’s Miss Elegant

Star Creek Ranch, Somerville, TX

Dragon Lady 85

Harvey & Donna Thiessen, Dannebrog, NE

Dam must have had 5 consecutive calves, with the first being before her third birthday

Dunn Up And Over

Luke & Melissa Barnes, Crystal River, FL

Emperor’s Lucy Creek

Gary Kudrna, Ennis, TX

Fandangos Husker

Barnard Longhorns, Richard & Janice Barnard, Tekamah, NE

FCF Honeymoon

Star Creek Ranch, Somerville, TX

FCF 16th Avenue

Mitch Bryant, Katy, TX

FCF Too Sexy For My Sox

Star Creek Ranch, Somerville, TX

Fiona Moonshine

Double D Arena, Outlook, SK, Canada

Folsom Falls Posh

Folsom Falls Ranch, Fred & Marijo

Balmer,Folsom, NM

GC Little Star

Dr. Fritz & Rebecca Moeller, Socorro, NM

G&L Silver Sage

Dr. Gene & Lana Hightower, Van, TX

G&L Star Spangled

Dr. Gene & Lana Hightower, Van, TX

GLR Tsunami’s Diamond

Aaron & Micah Landes, Jaesport, MO

Good Knight Plum Coco

Double D Arena, Outlook, SK, Canada

Granite Daisy

Double D Arena, Outlook, SK, Canada

Harmony of Victory

Kevin & Jodi Bryant, Camargo, OK

Hayfork Barts BB

Frank & Teresa Locatelli, Santa Cruz, California

HR Little Reb

Aaron & Micah Landes, Jaesport, MO

Indian Girl 636

Carla Jo Payne, Slidell, TX

JRJ WR 978

Double D Arena, Outlook, SK, Canada

JTS Cowboy Princess

Martin’s Lookout Ranch, La Follette, TN

Ksanka Lily Belle

Robert & Sheryl Greene, Eureka, MO

Lizzy’s Splash

Eagles Nest Ranch, Ben & Ilse Myren, Colville, WA

Lupemitedookay

Debra Lesyk & Dwight Overlid, Double D Arena, Outlook, SK, Canada

LVR Starfire

Suzanne & William H. Torkildsen, Bull Creek Ranch, Fayetteville, TX

Meadowwood’s Carmen Charley & Doris Snyder, Elgin, OK

Meadowwood’s Clementine

Charley & Doris Snyder, Elgin, OK

Meadowwood’s Tango

Brink Longhorns, Frederick, OK

Molly Hunts Best 01

Chris Bandley, St. George, UT

MTR Sittin Sioux

Roger Cole, DVM, Marshfield, MO

OL Dolly

Christopher & Heather Fischer, Grapeland, TX

Peekaboo

Dick & Cheryl Curry, Springtown, TX

Queen Hildegard SRC

Scott Herring, Graford, TX

RBR Platinum

Clint & Sharold Tullos, Cameron, MO

RED Barts Grande Belle

Scott Herring, Graford, TX

RM Perfect Sundown

Luke & Melissa Barnes, Crystal River, FL

Rusty Zipper

Frank & Barbara Renfro, Clinton, MO

S-D Sparkle Plenty

Rudy & Marilyn Bowling, Kaufman, TX

Sanddollar Smoke’n Dawn Blake & Jessica Hickman, McKinney, TX

Show Me To Success 43

Double D Arena, Outlook, SK, Canada

Silver Sage

Double D Arena, Outlook, SK, Canada

SR 007’s Diamond 521

Struthoff Ranch, San Antonio, TX

SR 007’s Glam Agent 542 Struthoff Ranch, San Antonio, TX

SR 007’s Martini 526

Struthoff Ranch, San Antonio, TX

SR Clout’s Brielle 841 Struthoff Ranch, San Antonio, TX

SR Clout’s Ellie 796 Struthoff Ranch, San Antonio, TX

SR Proficient’s Sweetheart

Struthoff Ranch, San Antonio, TX

SR Shamrock’s Sweetheart Struthoff Ranch, San Antonio, TX

3W Legends Country Erin

Lazy JP Ranch, Dublin, TX

3W Pot of Independence

Dale & Bev Sorem, Nevada, IA

Westhavenreddy’sspecks

Broadhorn Ranch, Douglas & Katie McDonald, Fernley, NE

GREAT PLAINS TEXAS LONGHORN ASSOCIATION

SHAWN TOBIN PRESIDENT GPTLA.INFO@GMAIL.COM

AFFILIATE UPDATES

Plans are underway for our 9th annual GPTLA World Qualifying Shows, which will be held August 14th, 15th, and 16th, 2026, at the Fall River Fairground in Edgemont, South Dakota. We will include a TLBT show, TLBT points only show, Open show with both haltered and non-haltered classes, Trophy Steer show, and new this year, a Mini show. You can find the event schedule under the events tab at the website, www.gptla.com. Each year we try to make this a bigger and better event, so check back often for additions to the event. Motels are a short distance from the venue, and RV/camping sites are available, so make your plans to attend. There will be more information on this event as it becomes available. Any questions about this event can be directed to the show chairman, Shawn Tobin @ 605-545-2897.

Check out our website at www.gptla.com. There you can find information on our upcoming events and meetings, view photos from our past shows, view stock for sale from some of our participating members with their contact information listed and even become a member of our growing organization.

Speaking of membership, we have multiple membership choices to choose from. Our lifetime membership is $350.00, and our annual membership is $35.00. Both are options for individuals or entities that are Texas Longhorn producers. There is a junior annual membership for $10.00 geared to individuals up to 18 years of age. We also o er an associate annual membership for $25.00 for individuals or entities that are not Texas Longhorn producers but support the breed and the organization.

The Great Plains Texas Longhorn Association recently finished our election for board of directors, as well as positions on the board. Our new board of directors include Lisa Sanders (at-large), Christopher Nix (treasurer), Marlin Krump (secretary), Gordon Howie (vice president), and Shawn Tobin (president).

Don’t Wait - Participate!

Whether you are a brand new member or have been in the association for years, everyone has opportunities to participate with Trails Magazine!

New Breeders - If you have been a member for less than four years you can do a free “Meet Our Members” profile to introduce yourself to our membership. If interested, simply email myra@tlbaa.org for the questions.

All Members - Everyone is welcome to submit photos for consideration for editorial use, Just for Grins or possibly even a cover shot when needed. We give credit to photographer and ranch name if applicable. The photos submitted are archived and may be

used at any time after submission.

Another area to feature news about your e orts to expose the world to Longhorns is “News on the Trail”. If you are featured in the media or host group of visitors to your ranch or display your Longhorns in public at an event - send us a few pictures and a write up and we’ll share it with our readers. It’s great to spark ideas for others on how they can spread the word about Longhorns as well as getting exposure for your breeding program.

Experienced Breeders - If there is a topic you’d like to see covered in Trails, and you would like to contribute by being interviewed or by writing an article yourself, just reach out to myra@ tlbaa.org and let’s discuss it. We are always open to contributions from those who have “Been there and done that”.

We encourage input from our members. However, due to other scheduled editorial content and previously submitted photos and editorial requests, submissions may not be published until future issues.

For any questions or comments on content, email myra@ tlbaa.org.

Welcome Our New Members!

We’re happy to welcome the following new members to our association. These promotional, active & lifetime members joined January 1, 2026 through January 31, 2026 If you live near one of these new breeders, be sure to reach out introduce yourself!

Alex Galbreath

T & W Cattle Company

Rockin Rafter CF Ranch

Krooked Kreek Livestock

Gadsden, AL

Newton, AL

Huntsville, AR

Romance, AR

Misty Wilkes Collbran, CO

Amanda Holmes Sterling, CO

Estelle Brock Jakin, GA

Robert Perdue Murphy, ID

Shawn Hendrix

Rustic Roots Ranch

Screamin B Ranch

Courtney Battison

Grifton, NC

Waxhaw, NC

Glencoe, OK

Purcell, OK

River Run Ranch, LLC Snyder, OK

Robinson Longhorn Ranch

Belvidere, TN

Mike Hughes Cunningham, TN

Nicole Williams Dickson, TN

S&S Cattle 2022

Aspermont, TX

Jim Brice Flower Mound, TX

MRD Ranch Fort Worth, TX

Anger Ventures LLC Georgetown, TX

Lyst Ranch LLC Greenville, TX

Joseph Lema Harper, TX

Carson Cray Iowa Park, TX

Layne Blinco Mckinney, TX

JMT Adventures LLC Millsap, TX

James Butler Newton, TX

4K Paradise, TX

Andrew Bilton Smith Rockport, TX

Tanner Park Rotan, TX

Glenn Hill Farm Sulphur Springs, TX

Jimmy Paul McMahon White Oak, TX

Charlotte’s Run Farm Culpepper, VA

Rodney Hynes Ettrick, WI

Steven Greenwell Big Piney, WY

SOUTH TEXAS

WEST TEXAS

UTAH

CANADA ALBERTA

Auctioneers

Cattle For Sale

BEAVER CREEK LONGHORNS - Est. 1995. Conformation, color, disposition, pedigree and HORNS.  Reasonable prices.  Carole Muchmore, Ponca City, OK.  580 765-9961 (calls only) or email cmuchmor@ poncacity.net. www.beavercreeklonghorns.com

Trade & Barter

TRADE YOUR LONGHORNS – We’ll take your bulls and steers in trade for cows, heifers, pairs, herd sires or semen from breed’s top quality bulls. Stonewall Valley Ranch, Fredericksburg, TX. Days 512-454-0476 / Weekends 830-644-2380.

JUST FOR GRINS HAVE A CUTE PIC?

SAVE THE DATE TEXAS LONGHORNComing Events

MARCH 2026

March 7, 2026 • Winchester Futurity, Brazos Valley Livestock Commission Bryan, TX Contact Karen Allen 432-638-4233 alkabryranch@gmail.com or Kim Head 979-922-9356 headshorns@hotmail.com. Entry deadline Feb 15

March 13-14, 2026 • 21st Longhorn Legacy Sale, Grapevine, TX. Chase Vasut (512) 917-8654

March 13-15, 2026 • NTLBA Spring Show, Hopkins County Civic Center, Sulphur Springs, TX. Entry Deadline 2/25/26 (email & postmark). John Oliver (972) 268-0083, joliver210@yahoo.com or Brenda Oliver (972) 268-0031, boliver84@yahoo.com. Qualifying Haltered, Non-Haltered, Trophy Steers, Youh, Miniatures and 2 Points Only

March 21-22, 2026 • Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, NRG Center Houston, TX Enter Online www.rodeohouston.com Contact Pam Robison 817-6256241 or pam@tlbaa.org Qualifying Haltered, Trophy Steers & Youth . Entries Open December 15, 2025 | Entries Close February 1, 2026

March 26-28, 2026 • YMBL South Texas State Fair, Ford Park, Beaumont, TX. Bracy Wars (936) 404-2116. April Morales (281) 995-3528 or arklatex.april@ gmail.com. Qualifying Haltered, Trophy Steers and Youth.

APRIL 2026

April 10-12, 2026 • ETLA Corsicana Classic, Navarro County Exposition Center, Corsicana, TX Contact Debbie Burkham dburk5@hotmail.com or 214-616-2549 Qualifying Haltered, Trophy Steers, Youth, Points Only or Miniatures.

April 10-11, 2026 • Bluegrass Sale and Futurity, Lexington, KY, Dan Huntington 715-853-7608 or info@huntingtonsales.com

April 17-18, 2026 • Cherry Blossom Sale and Futurity, Culpeper VA. Chase Vasut (512) 917-8654 or Shawn Pequignot (540) 406-3155.

April 18, 2026 • Spring B&C Sale, New Cambria, MO Contact Alyson Sayre –asayre@stanbury.com

April 24-25, 2026 • 2026 Battle On The Prairie Futurity Duncan, OK. Josh Dinwiddie (580) 812-2436.

April 24-26, 2026 • Trail of Turquoise Taylor County Expo, Abilene, TX. Entry Deadline April 15. Kyla Lovejoy (940) 600-7033 or Kyla_Gail@yahoo.com. Qualifying Haltered, Trophy Steers, Youth, Points Only & Miniatures.

MAY 2026

May 1-2, 2026 • Glendenning Fiesta Sale, Celina, TX. Contact Sherese Glendenning sherese@glendenningfarms.com 972-978-0424

May 1-3, 2026 • TLBGCA Spring Show, Grimes County Fairgrounds, Navasota, TX Contact Stephen Head Headshorns@hotmail.com or 979-549-5270

Qualifying Haltered, Trophy Steers, Youth, Points Only & Miniatures.

May 8-10, 2026 • Horns In The Pineywoods, Panola Expo Center, Carthage, TX Contact Bridget Twomey arklatex.april@gmail.com or 281-995-3528

Qualifying Haltered, Trophy Steers, Youth, Points Only & Miniatures.

May 15-16, 2026 • OTLA Spring Shoot Out, Duncan, OK. Entry Deadline May 1. Kyla Lovejoy (940) 600-7033 or Kyla_Gail@yahoo.com. Qualifying Haltered, Non-Haltered, Trophy Steers, Youth, Points Only & Miniatures.

May 15-16, 2026 • Pride of the Prairie Texas Longhorn Futurity, Murdo, SD Contact Chris Nix chrisnixfencing@hotmail.com or 605-530-5104 or Shawn Tobin shawnstobin@gmail.comor 605-545-2897.

May 22-23, 2026 • Fort Worth Stockyards Longhorn Auction, Heifer Sale Friday - Cow Sale Saturday. Contact Hudson Longhorn Sales, Elizabeth Hudsonehudson18@gmail.com or (812) 786-2140.

JUNE 2026

June 13, 2026 • The Midwest Texas Longhorn Association Sale, Marysville, KS. www.mwtla.org

June 26, 2026 • Futurity of The West, Dundee, OR. Contact Scott Picker (503) 572-5656 or scott@aspencreeklandscaping.com

June 27, 2026 • Oregon Trail Sale ,Dundee, OR. Contact Scott Picker (503) 5725656 or scott@aspencreeklandscaping.com

JULY 2026

July 16-18, 2026 • TLBAA World Expo & Junior Nationals, Taylor County Expo Center, Abilene, TX. Contact Pam Robison (817) 625-6241 or pam@tlbaa.org

July 24-25, 2026 • Great Northern Classic, Gresham, WI Contace Dan Huntington 715-853-7608or Ali Mast 715-495-4369

AUGUST 2026

August 2, 2026 • California State Fair, Cal Expo, Sacramento, CA. Juliet Lawson & J.A. Thomas jat1997@gmail.com. Enter at www.castatefair.com. Qualifying Haltered, Non-Haltered, Trophy Steers, Youth & Miniatures.

August 14-16, 2026 • GPTLA Show, Fall River Fairgrounds, Edgemont, SD Contact Shawn Tobin gptla.info@gmail.com, shawnstobin@gmail.com or 605-545-2897 Qualifying Haltered, Non-Haltered, Trophy Steers, Miniatures, Youth & Points Only

August 21-23, 2026 • Top Hand Longhorns Sale, Central States Fair, Rapid City, SD, Contact Jodie O’Bryan joband123@hotmail.com

August 21-22, 2026 • Central States Fair World Qualifying Shows, Central States Fair, Rapid City, SD. Entry deadline Aug. 4th. Contact Jodie O’Bryan joband123@hotmail.com. Qualigying Haltered, Non-Haltered, Trophy Steers, Youth & Youth Points Only

SEPTEMBER 2026

September 11-12, 2026 • G&G Fall Classic Sale and Futurity Culpeper, Virginia, Chase Vasut (512) 917-8654 or Shawn Pequignot (540) 406-3155.

OCTOBER 2026

October 1 -3, 2026 • Horn Showcase, El Reno, OK, Pam Robison, pam@tlbaa. org, 817625-6241October 10, 2026 • Fall B&C Sale, New Cambria, MO Contact Alyson Sayre – asayre@stanbury.com

October 30-November 1, 2026 • ETLA Fall Showdown, Gilmer, TX Contact Tory Frazier 903-570-6589 or LFCattleCompany@gmail.com

Affiliates:

Please submit a completed show application to pam@tlbaa.org in order to have your TLBAA World Qualifying show listed. All other events: All other events, sales, field days or other activities may email your information directly to myra@tlbaa.org. No event will be added without a request being made.