Record Number of Entries for the 2006 Fall Horn Showcase Received

The entries are in and the number is impressive – 561 entries of Texas Longhorns will be at the 2006 Fall Horn Showcase. Not only is the number impressive, but the Longhorns at this event will be the cream of the industry. This year’s showcase out matches last years entries of 441.

The big event begins on November 9, 2006, and will continue through November 11th at the Will Rogers Memorial Coliseum in Fort Worth, TX. Total Horn measurements will be taken on Thursday, November 9 th at 2 pm. On Friday, November 10th, the Tip-to-Tip measurement will commence at 10 am sharp. The deadline for entries has passed, but you can still make plans to attend this record-breaking event by calling the Radisson North Fort Worth, the official hotel of the Fall Horn Showcase, at (817) 625-9911 – ask for the TLBAA Fall Horn Showcase rate!

Fall Horn Showcase Banquet RSVP Update

Along with the biggest event of the Longhorn year the Fall Horn Showcase Awards Banquet and Fun Auction will be a hot ticket. At the Radisson Fort Worth North at 6 pm the TLBAA will honor the best of the best with awards and much, much more. *Please RSVP with the TLBAA Office by October 30th: Tickets $40 in advance, $50 at the door. Reserve your seats before they’re all gone. Call the TLBAA office today at (817) 625-6241!

STLA FALL FIELD DAY WEEKEND IN SOUTH TEXAS

Story and Photos submitted by Suzanne Perry        

South Texas Longhorn Association members and friends enjoyed a fun-packed weekend in south Texas on October 14 & 15th. Approximately 40 people attended the two-day festivities that included a full range of Longhorn looking and Longhorn learning. Saturday events were hosted by Randy & Eileen Schuette of the Double R Cattle Company near Sandia, Texas; the Sunday ranch tour was hosted by the El Coyote Ranch at Riviera, Texas. The STLA sponsors a Fall and a Spring Field Day each year for fun and education. More Photos Here!

Marquess Arrow Ranch Sale This Weekend

This weekend, the Marquess Arrow Ranch will be holding the 2nd Annual Consignment Sale. The two-day event will feature ranch tours of the Marquess Arrow Ranch in Ben Wheeler, TX, all day on Friday, October 20, and sandwiches and drinks will be served at 5 pm. On Saturday, October 21, cattle will be available for viewing from 8 am to noon. Lunch will be served at noon and the consignment sale will commence at 2 pm.

Lodging in the Canton area includes: Luxury Suites – (903) 567-0455; Hallmark Inns and Suites – (903) 576-7878; Days Inn (903) 567-6588 and (888) 443-7878; Super 8 – (903) 567-6567 and (800) 800-8000. Lodging in the Tyler area includes: Scottish Inn and Suites – (903) 509-1999; Hampton Inn – (903) 598-7762; Holiday inn Express – (903) 533-0214.

Check out the Marquess Arrow Ranch Web site for more information.

TLBAA Members Donate for the Future, TLBT Officers

Mari-Kathryn and Paul Braswell, Forestburg, TX, have graciously donated a $1200 gratuity to the TLBT Officers fund. The gratuity will be distributed to the TLBT officers, upon the successful completion of their terms, for their service to the TLBT. The Braswells have been TLBAA members since December 2001. They have been a growing presence in the TLBAA since their bull, EOT Cherrypicker’s King 421, won his class at the May 2006 Millennium Futurity in Fort Worth, TX. Check out their Web site at www.cactusridgeranch.com to learn more about the Braswells. Please join us in giving a BIG thanks to Mari-Kathryn and Paul for their generous gift.

Famous Steer Mount Loaned to TLBAA Office

The full mounted head of Grand Champion Steer John C. Fremont proudly hangs above TLBAA President Don L. King’s desk.

Col. Fraser and Teddy West of Westhaven Longhorn Ranch in Ione, CA, loaned John C. Fremont in late September 2006. John C. Fremont was named after the famous western scout and second governor of California, Captain John C. Fremont. His horns measure 84 inches tip-to-tip and he tipped the scales at 1950 pounds.

The TLBAA is very thankful to have such a prestigious steer mount on loan to the TLBAA offices.

Calling All Affiliates

If you have any affiliate news for the November Trails please send it to the Trails Editor, Brenda Cantrell at Brenda@tlbaa.org. There is always something going on in the Longhorn world so spread the word and let everybody know about your TLBAA affiliate! Send it today, so it can be in the November Trails .

Drought Conditions Update

Dry conditions have gripped much of the Southwest; lack of rain has become real news for the Texas Longhorn industry. Click here for information about the seasonal drought conditions and updated national drought information directly from The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Here is an additional weekly drought monitor from NOAA.

Weekly Hay Report from the Texas Department of Agriculture

Compared to last week: Trade and demand is moderate, with firm undertone noted. Hay production is slowing down with the cold front coming into Texas. Some areas have received rain, but with the drought conditions over the summer and early fall, too little too late. Different types of hay are still being offered, while alfalfa hay is hard to find. There is little surplus and movement has slowed. Some areas are experiencing problems with weeds, grasshoppers and armyworms. The State of Texas Department of Agriculture has a Hay and Grazing Hot Line set up for buyers and sellers, number is 1-877-429-1998. The web site for TDA is www.agr.state.tx.us. For a hay report from a state other than Texas please click here.

E-Trails Note: To get your Association News front and center on the E-Trails, email the information to Cole@tlbaa.org.

-Cole Dowden