While working for The Pulse, we get the neat opportunity to see cattle change from show to show. It’s great to see junior Payton Beare work hard and bring her Charolais steer out at junior nationals!

Cade Currier isn’t afraid to use some old fashioned elbow grease and a rice root brush when it comes to working hair. Meanwhile, Wesly Johnson thinks a comb will do.

Courtney Greer chats it up at Pump up the Volume with Callyn Hahn, Small Animal New Product Development.

During junior activities, Eugene Meyer lends a helping hand to get that leg hair correct with the Sullivans Smart Scrub.

Briggston Bertsche isn’t afraid to get in and help Haley Schwecke feed her heifer, Peaches, with the new Sullivan’s Smart Feed Scoop.

Did you join us at Pump up the Volume this morning? Don’t miss our Pump up the Volume events during other junior nationals!

Roscoe the calf knows that Mondays are for napping.

So does Kyndal Reitzenstein…

Stock Show U Intern and Charolais gal, Kiley Elder, helps Kyle Booth Pump up the Volume this morning!

Brandon Pacheco leads the California group out to tie outs tonight.

Along with hard work, using the right tools on your calf can make all the difference. Stop by the Sullivan Supply trailer and pick up your own Sullivan’s Smart Scrub and Top Gun Sprayer to fill with one of our many sheens and conditioners!

6-10 AM: Pump up the Volume – Washrack
6-9 AM: Beef State Stampede Breakfast – provided at Boarders Inn & Suites, MainStay Inn and Suites & Best Western Plus
7:30 AM: Weigh Steers – West of Five Points Bank Arena
8:50 AM: First Leadership Conference Session – Five Points Bank Arena
11-1 PM: Cook-off Contest – Swine Arena Conference Hall
12 PM: Beef State Stampede Lunch – Swine Arena Conference Hall
2 PM: AIJCA General Caucus Meeting/Area Meetings –Swine Arena Conference Hall
3:30 PM: Second Leadership Conference Session – Raising Nebraska Building and Five Points Bank Arena Bleachers
5:30-7 PM: Beef State Stampede Dinner –Swine Arena Conference Hall
6:30 PM: 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament – Swine Barn

We had a great group of juniors at the Bootcamp!

Trent Bertsche and Abbee Carnes pose for a photo before Bootcamp.

Sullivan Supply’s Director of Dealer Relations, Mark Sullivan, gets wet & wild at the Bootcamp.

The first obstacle of the Ultimate Warrior Bootcamp found juniors participating in a frisbee/Revive Lite challenge!

The water balloon toss was a favorite for many!

The feed sack race was a hit!

Barrett Allen knows that the best way to blow out a calf is to have good music, a Sullivan’s Air Express III Blower and a Sullivan’s Smart Scrub!

Kaitlyn Lewis and David Hobbs have a great time helping Stephanie Dickerson check-in.

Junior exhibitors got some great new Sullivan Supply tools in our version of a goody bag.

Cayden Ditloff practices his bag throwing form while hanging out at The Pulse booth!

It’s a family affair when it comes to good hair. Lucy Nord helps children Clay and Addison work hair on their calf.

Miss Charolais USA Kendra Elder and her protege Mason Fields give The Pulse a thumbs up!

Dismukes Ranch of Oklahoma is all set up for the fun week of events here in Grand Island!

Visit Sullivan Supply Sales Representatives Jeff Treadway and Taylor Van Dam all week at the National Junior Charolais Show in Grand Island, Neb.! We are located outside the cattle barn between doors 11 and 12.

6 AM – Earliest Admittance Into Barns (or later if fairgrounds has not permitted entry)
10-2 PM – Cattle Check-In – West of Five Points Bank Arena
11-2 PM – Leadership Conference Check-In – Swine Arena Conference Hall & Five Points Bank Arena East Entryway
2 PM – All Cattle must be on the grounds
2:15 PM – Board Member Candidate Meetings – Swine Arena Conference Hall
2:30 PM – Peer Mentor/Mentee Introductions – Five Points Bank Arena
2:30 PM – Adult, Chaperone and Advisor Meeting – Swine Arena Conference Hall
4 PM – Group Picture/State Pictures – Five Points Bank Arena
5 PM – Opening Ceremonies – Five Points Bank Arena
6-7:30 PM – Beef State Stampede Dinner – Swine Arena Conference Hall
7:30 PM – Sullivan Supply/Stock Show University Wounded Warrior Boot Camp – Five Points Bank Arena

Napoli’s Italian Restaurant
If you’re in the mood for some great Italian food, Napoli’s is the best option in town. With traditional dishes and a family run business, it is easy to see why they are rated top 5 in Grand Island.
Address:
3404 W 13th St,
Grand Island, NE 68803

Texas T-Bone
If your wanting to take the family to a steak dinner after a long hard days work, try Texas T-Bone. A great place to enjoy premium steak at an affordable price!
texastbonesteakhouse.com
Address:
1201 S Locust St.
Grand Island, NE 68801

Wasabi Bistro
If you are in the mood for Sushi, try Wasabi Bistro. With a wide variety on their menu options, there is something the whole family will like!
wasabibstrous.com
Address:
2435 N Diers Ave.
Grand Island, NE 68803

Wave Pizza
If you’re not feeling a burger, but still up for the cool, fun atmosphere, try Wave Pizza. With their handmade pizza’s, sunset view, live music, and large selection of micro-brews it is easy to see why they received a certificate of excellence from Trip Advisor!
https://thewavepizza.com/
Address:
107 N Walnut St
Grand Island, NE 68801


Island Oasis Water Park
The perfect place to cool off and have some fun! Located just northwest of Fonner Park and Nebraska State Fair facilities.
www.grand-island.com
Address:
321 East Fonner Park Road
Grand Island, NE 68801

Case IH Plant Tours
Get a behind-the scene look at what it takes to bring Case farm equipment to life at Case IH. To schedule a plant tour, contact Charlene at 308-389-5758. Tours will be scheduled twice daily, Monday through Friday.
www.caseih.com
Address:
3445 West Stolley Park Road
Grand Island, NE 68802

Raising Nebraska
Raising Nebraska is a 25,000 square foot agricultural attraction open year-round on the Nebraska State Fairgrounds. Raising Nebraska is designed to let people see agriculture from virtually every angle – from water conservation to soil health, from animal wellbeing to food safety, from invention to innovation, from economic impact to global hunger.
raisingnebraska.net
Address:
S Locust St & State Fair Boulevard
Grand Island, NE 68801

Molly Smith – Area 4 AIJCA Director Candidate
Molly Smith is the 18-year-old daughter of Doris and Roger Smith, who currently reside in Lockhart, Texas. She plans to attend Texas A&M-Kingsville in the fall and major in Animal Science. She is an active member inside and out of the show ring, including participating in shotgun shooting sports. She has been showing for 11 years and hopes to continue her passion for the livestock industry in the future.