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BEST Show Information

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Entry Information

Show Entry

BEST Show Rules

Entry Instructions

Go to best.ohiocattle.org to complete your show entry.

  • If you have not previously entered a BEST show this year, you MUST create a new username and password for your account due to a software reset.

  • $50 for one ring, $100 for both rings. $5 discount for cattle nominated in the BEST program. Show is open to the world.

  • Showmanship entries due by 9:00 pm Friday

Quick
Details

  • Tattoos and EIDs: All cattle must have EID tags and legible tattoos the first time through the chute. If the tattoos are not legible, then the animal will be placed in the crossbred division.

  • Premiums: The show reserves the right to prorate any / all premiums based on the number of head in the show

  • NO PAINTING OR BUILDING ALLOWED

Out of state Exhibitors

  • Health papers are required for out-of-state cattle, which will be checked by the show veterinarian at check-in

  • Provide documentation of a negative BVD test for each animal exhibited

  • All cattle must have an 840 EID tag

  • No farm tags allowed

  • Ohio Cattlemen’s BEST rules apply https://www.ohiocattle.org/best/best-rules

  • All exhibitors, including out of state, are required to have a current Ohio Cattlemen's Association membership per family ($75, valid for one year from purchase date)

The Schedule

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Friday, January 30

Cattle May Arrive: 8AM
Check in: 4-8PM

Saturday, January 31

Beef BBQ: 7AM
Heifer Show: 8AM
Ring A, Show Begins: 8AM

Shown by breed in alphabetical order, followed by crossbred heifers. Ring B will begin at the conclusion of the Angus division in Ring A.

Showmanship:

Showmanship will begin approximately 30 minutes after the conclusion of the Ring B Heifer Show and photos are completed.

Check-In: 4-6PM

The Judges

COMING SOON…

On-Site Vendors

Facility Details

Tent Rental Information

Tent Rentals, contact Collin Watson at Grand Rental Station 937 599 2045.

  • Limited barn space for stalling (first come, first served).

  • Generators strongly recommended.

  • Bedding of any type is okay (straw/mulch/shavings).

  • Tents will go on grass or gravel, so exhibitors can use posts for gate placement.

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PLAN YOUR VISIT

Hotels & Camping

Holiday Inn Express, Wauseon
(419) 335-1177
*Mention Northern Lights for discount

Sauder Heritage Inn, Archbold
(419) 445 6408
*Mention Northern Lights for discount

Camping @ Fulton Co. Fairgrounds, Wauseon
(419) 335-6006 or Office@FultonCountyFair.com

Comfort Inn, Napoleon
(419) 592-5999
*Mention Northern Lights for discount

Holiday Inn Express, Napoleon
(419) 599 0850

Quality Inn, Holiday City/Montpelier (419) 485-5555
*Mention Northern Lights for discount

Local Businesses

Tractor Supply Company
*located approx. 1 mile from Fairgrounds

Ace Hardware - Wauseon

Walmart

Diesel and Gas
*Available on other side of the Turnpike entrance

Restaurants

    • Azteca 10 pm

    • Blue Ribbon Diner 9 pm

    • El Jarro 10 pm

    • Habeneros 10 pm

    • Pizza Hut 11pm

    • Reelwood Kitchen 10 pm

    • Ryans 8:30 pm

    • Sullivans 11 pm

    • Warrior Wings 9:30 pm

    • Arby's, Burger King, Dairy Queen, McDonald's, Subway, Taco Bell

    • Winchesters 9pm

    • 109 restaurant 11pm

    • Blaze and Babes 9pm

    • JJ Winns 10pm

    • Loggers Lounge 9:30

    • Pizza Barn 11pm

    • Subway 10pm

    • Casa Vieja 10pm

    • Ickeys 11pm

    • Mom’s Diner 7pm

    • The Barn 7pm

    • The Downtown Restaurant 10pm

    • Dairy Queen, McDonald's, Subway

    • Azul Tequila 10pm

    • Brick N' Brew Pub 10 pm

    • Eddie J's Grille 2am

    • Ninja Sushi Hibachi & Thai 9 pm

    • Pizza Hut 12 am

    • Spenglers 9 pm

    • Dairy Queen, KFC, McDonald's, Taco Bell, Wendy's

Contact

Seth Miller: (419) 553-0139

Jon Lang: (419) 355-3548

Patsy Miller: (419) 924-2578

northernlightscattleshow@gmail.com

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Show Day Updates Via BAND App

Show Committee Contacts

  • Seth Miller: 419-553-0139

  • Emily Miller: 419-575-5999

  • Jon Lang: 419-355-3548

  • Melissa Lang: 419-467-1121

  • Robin Belleville: 419-308-1029

  • Chad Peter: 419-487-0483

  • Michele Peter: 419-487-3969

  • Ashley Peter: 419-487-1603

  • Jodi Nofziger: 419-583-7788

  • Jaymes Maciejewski: 309-222-0850

  • Emily Maciejewski: 419-967-0141

  • Patsy Miller: 419-924-2578

  • Bri Douglass: 937-620-3804

Volunteer

We are seeking any volunteers to help with tasks before, during, and after the show. We do ask that volunteers be a minimum age of 16. This is a great opportunity for anyone needing community service, local 4-H/FFA Chapters, or anyone who simply enjoys being involved in the beef industry. Any help is greatly appreciated!

If you are interested in helping, please reach out to
Bri Douglass at 937-620-3804 to discuss shift availability.