Aggieland Camp Prepares Young Livestock Exhibitors for the Show Ring

The three-day camp combines animal stewardship with hands-on showmanship training.

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (RFD News) — Young exhibitors are getting hands-on experience at Texas A&M’s Aggieland Lamb and Goat Camp.

The three-day program teaches kids how to become better showmen while learning what it takes to properly care for their animals.

Organizers say the lessons extend beyond the show ring, helping prepare participants to become future leaders.

Texas A&M has offered Lamb and Goat Camp since 1999.

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Knoxville native Neal Burnette-Irwin is a graduate from MTSU where he majored in Journalism and Entertainment Studies. He works as a digital content producer with RFD News and is represented by multiple talent agencies in Nashville and Chicago.


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