Month: February 2022

Mother Earth News Fair ~ Success!

The fair was a good success for our Dexter breed, region and the ADCA! Nancy Bowers of Lonestar Ranch brought 5 beautiful and well behaved Dexters to the event. The Dexters were wonderful ambassadors for the breed. Everyone seemed to enjoy looking at the herd, along with a little bit of petting and treats for the herd. Nancy did a fantastic job on being organized for the 2.5 day trip. She also talked with many patrons who came through wanting to learn more about Dexter cattle. Sharie Stocklin of Rocking Star Ranch was a great help in getting everything set up in a nice way, along with her discussions with patrons who came in for the event. Sharie also was the kid favorite because she had the fun activities and goodies to keep the fun going, while their parents took a moment to ask us questions. The Mother Earth News org likes to use Belton Texas as a good location for their fair traffic. If you missed this year, keep an eye out for events in February 2023. Below are some pictures to show you how the event looked at setup!

Lonestar Ranch’s herd for the event, settled in stalls for the event.
Our event table, displaying info for ADCA, TXLA region, and TEXAS!
Sharie Stocklin and Jennifer Hunt getting everything ready the night before the event.
ADCA Banner is up and on display!
Lonestar Ranch banner was hung above Lonestar Fort Knox ( Bull.)
Steamboat Fancy Patriot (Reba) wondering if I have a snack for her.
The beautiful Chaneys Sapphire and her heifer calf Topaz getting settled in their hotel for the weekend.
Two beautiful ladies ( Steamboat Fancy Patriot (aka Reba) and Chaneys She’s a Lady)
Lonestar Fort Knox resting, because being so handsome is exhausting:)
Jennifer Hunt, Nancy Bowers and Sharie Stocklin ready to talk with patrons about Dexter Cattle!

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo

The Dexter show in Houston Texas is almost here! We have several breeders that travel to compete for these awards. There is a youth and open show. The Dexter show will be Monday March 7, 2022 @ 10:00am, but with breeders arriving on Sunday to get all set up.

Texas Dexter Breeder Association: There may be a meeting scheduled for Sunday afternoon. Trying to get details and will post them here.

Click HERE for the entire Livestock show schedule. Again we are listed on Monday March 7th.

See Below the MAP of the NRG Center ( MAIN arena- East Side) The Dexters will be showing in the big MAIN area, but on the east side of that arena.

Below is the Parking Map for the public. Remember we are in the NRC Center.

Yellow lot opens daily from 6am= $20

Brown lot opens 9am= $20

Pink lot weekdays 5pm-1am or weekends 11am-2am = $20

ADCA Membership Renewal for 2022!

ADCA Membership dues expired at the end of December each year. You may have been given a free membership in 2021 if you were transferred your very first registered cattle during that year. That complimentary membership expired on December 31st 2021. Everyone has two options for renewing your membership for 2022. You can renew ONLINE through the ADCA website or you can PRINT & MAIL in the renewal application with a check.

Click HERE! if you need help with detailed information and instructions

Or if you are already a Pro, go directly to the renewal area found HERE!

ADCA website “Membership” section

Texas Dexter Cattle and the Mother Earth News Fair 2022

Mother Earth News Fair is presented by the best homesteading magazine in the country. We are honored to show Texas and many visitors, from around the country, our beautiful breed of Dexter Cattle. We did this fair in 2020 as well and it was huge! If you are in the area or want to make a trip for a fun event, come and see us at our America Dexter Cattle Association booth. We will be in the livestock area. We will have a Cow/calf pair, Heifer and Bull in stalls. Nancy Bowers of Lonestar Ranch, Sharie Stocklin of Rocking Star Ranch and myself, Jennifer Hunt of Dynasty Ranch will be there representing the breed and association.

The event will take place in Belton, Texas on February 19-20th.

Location: Bell County Expo Center

301 W Loop 121 Belton, Texas 76513

Hours: Saturday Feb 19 9:00am to 6:00pm

Sunday Feb 20 9:00am to 5:00pm

Click HERE for more information and details