Entry fee is $150.00. Includes personalized t shirt and work books, puzzles, and other hand outs.
Questions and Answers
What Do I Need To Bring?
How many goats may I bring?
MARKET CAMP, Pick One Below. Total of up to two animals. No Bucks
- One Wether and one Doe
- Two Wethers
- Two Does
DAIRY CAMP, Pick One Below. Total of two animals. No Bucks
- One Wether and one Doe
- Two Does
- Two Wethers
How old can my goats be?
Market Wethers: Less than a year old. If over one year old, please keep them around 125 pounds.
Market Does: Please keep them under or around 125 pounds.
Dairy Wethers : Please keep them under or around 125 pounds.
Dairy Does: The animals are a prop for practice. Please be sure the animal is in proportion to the child showing.
If a child does not have a goat, for either camp, please let us know. We will provide one for the child to use at the camp. No charge.
This is a learning event for the individual, the animal is a prop for the practice and learning of showmanship.
What is the object of the camp?
To learn selection in stock and husbandry, how to prepare them for show, and how to present them at the show, in the arena, with proper show ring etiquette and consideration for others.
This is a showmanship camp with teachings in goat husbandry.
To learn more about being a better showman and steward for the goat industry. The animal is a prop for the youth to use in practice sessions. The animals are not judged. The camp will help those that know nothing and are starting out, up to someone that is already knowledgeable. It provides an opportunity to polish your skills while having a great time.
Camps cover selection, preparation, and presentation.
How many camps are there?
There are two. One Dairy and One Market. Each camp is limited to thirty children, a total of 60 may attend.
What are the dates?
May 27-30th, 2025
When may I arrive?
Tuesday, May 26th 4-8pm
Are the pens assigned?
Yes, and a pen chart will be posted online. Your child’s name will be on a card attached to the pen(s)
What paperwork do I need to bring?
Registration papers, for registered stock, and health papers, make sure your animal has a scrapie tag if it is not registered, etc.
Who checks me in?
One of the Youth Camp committee will check you in. Do not unload your stock until you have your health papers are checked.
Where do I check in?
The North Side of the Pavilion will have a large orange canopy for check in. Please stop there to have the health papers checked on your goat prior to unloading.
You will also check in at the tent next to the office, each morning, and sign in.
How much does it cost?
The camp is $150.00. This does not include the pens you’ll need for stock and tack.
Where do I pay?
Online or mail your entry in.
May I mail in a payment by check or money order?
Yes, you may.
Will meals be served?
Restaurant on grounds will be serving breakfast, lunch, and early dinner.
What else should I bring?
Fitting stands and other grooming supplies. Your showmanship clothes for the final showmanship on Friday, to show off what you have learned and how you have improved. Feed, buckets, and anything you need for your goat(s).
Are there any other costs aside from the entry fee?
Yes, all pen fees must be paid prior to arrival (all other associated costs in having your stock at an event, are the responsibility of the youth in camp.) If bringing additional stock for the shows, please add a pen fee for each pen needed.
ALL CAMPERS:
Rules for attendance in camp: Children 8 years old to 18 years old, on the day of the camp are eligible to enter. (shows 3yrs-19 years).
Check in health papers and get assigned pen before unloading.
Health papers even if in state resident. No exceptions.
We start at 9:00 am each morning.
Lunch is noon to 1:00 pm
Our intentions: Showmanship is a competition. We intend to teach your child how to be confident in competition, how to learn from others, and how to be prepared for a show.
We ask all parents and adults to be mindful of the youth in attendance.
Children in particular, can be easily distracted by parents, trying to coach their children over the rail, on the sidelines. When parents coach from the sidelines, their child is focused on them. If a parent remarks, or reaches over the rail, it is a distraction for their child and all the other children in the arena. Other parents will also have a reaction. At the camps, we avoid this situation by asking parents to be otherwise occupied when the children are in the arena practicing, until the final showmanship. We ask parents to not set in the bleachers or stand at the railing. We do not deprive the parents from watching from afar. This is an opportunity for your child to grow. We hope all will respect what the intentions are of the camps, which is for your children to connect with the instructor and learn from them, with no distractions. Our committees work hard to provide a wonderful and memorable experience for your children, creating a environment that is inviting and will give them lasting connections with their peers. Opportunities for parents to work along side their children are during the hands on grooming/fitting segment, and selection, where the parents learn about selection with the children. Please check the Goat Expo website for more updates and details. GoatExpo.com
We ask parents to attend other workshops and speakers during the practice sessions so the kids are focused on the instructors when they are in the arena. Please check goatexpo.com for other activities and courses during the week.
Winners are required to get their photos taken at the backdrop by the photographer.
We want our Champions to come back and help others learn. Look for more details as we contact past winners.
For further suggestions and ideas, please email us at info@goatexpo.com
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