Livestock

4-H Livestock

COUNTYWIDE LIVESTOCK ASSOCIATION

Purpose of the Livestock Association:

  • Members enrolled in beef, sheep, or swine projects may choose to also join the Livestock Association
  • The group meets regularly to conduct educational programs
  • Youth have the opportunity to show their animals at the County Fair or at other events
  • Members can become Youth Representatives of the Livestock Association
  • The Livestock Association plans and conducts the 4-H Livestock Sale at the County Fair

Ages:

3-13 grades

Cost:

Varies based on animal and level of involvement.

Equipment Needed:

Depends on the level of involvement.  Youth do not need to have access to an animal to participate.

Project Add Deadline:

January 1st

Association Meeting Locations:

Ozaukee County Fairgrounds, Pavilions North & South

Association Meeting Dates & Times:

7:00-9:00pm on the following dates:

  • September 21, 2026
  • November 16, 2026
  • January 18, 2027
  • March 15, 2027
  • May 17, 2027
  • June 21, 2027 (Pavilion & Show Arena)
  • July 26, 2027 (Show Arena)

Livestock Board Meetings:

Location: Ozaukee County Fairgrounds Pavilion North; 7:00 pm.

  • October 19, 2026
  • December 21, 2026 (if needed)
  • February 15, 2027
  • April 19, 2027
  • August 16, 2027

Resources:

Countywide Project Contact Leader:

Livestock Association Secretary: oz.4h.livestock@gmail.com

Beef Project: Steve Rathke at 262-391-7476 or jrathke65@hotmail.com

Sheep Project and Meat Goat: pending

Swine Project: James Hoerchner at 262-689-3605 or jimhoerchner1104@gmail.com