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2007 Kansas Angus Tour set for Aug. 10, 11
Kansas Angus breeders and enthusiasts of all ages are invited to experience "Angus on the Santa Fe," the 2007 Kansas Angus Tour, August 10 and 11. This year's Kansas Angus Tour involves a mix of family fun and fellowship along with educational experiences. The two-day event highlights 10 Kansas Angus breeders and cattle operations, including tours of the following three ranches: Bohi Land and Cattle Co., Wellsville, Kan., Sankey's 6N Ranch, Council Grove, Kan., and Clay White Ranch, Peabody, Kan. In addition, "Angus on the Santa Fe," features guest speakers and several sponsor exhibits. An array of authentic cowboy experiences, including delicious meals and entertainment, will also contribute to an enjoyable event. The 2007 tour begins with registration on August 10 at Bohi Land and Cattle Co. In addition to a ranch tour, attendees can meet with the following featured Angus breeders serving as cattle display hosts: BAX Maternal Beef Genetics, Sund Farm, and May-Way Farms. The August 10 events also include guest speaker, Bill Bowman, vice president of information and data programs and director of performance programs, American Angus AssociationSM. Bowman will discuss new heifer pregnancy EPDs. The evening concludes with a steak dinner, entertainment and youth activities. Good food and entertainment begin the August 11 events, as registrants enjoy a breakfast of biscuits and gravy at the oldest restaurant west of the Mississippi, the Hays House Restaurant. Entertainment includes Josh Hoy's Chuck Wagon Experience and Cowboy Coffee, cowboy balladeer and author Jim Hoy, and Christian horseman Rex Buchman. August 11 ranch tours begin at Sankey's 6N Ranch. In addition to a ranch tour, participants have the opportunity to experience more industry sponsor exhibits and visit the following herd gathering displays: R and L Angus, Hedgewood Prairie Angus, Vohs Angus Farm and Trademark Ranch. Youth attendees have the exciting opportunity to partake in the "Lil Cowboy and Cowgirl Ranch Rodeo" featuring stick-horse barrel and pole bending races as well as a much anticipated straw bale calf roping competition. "Angus on the Santa Fe" concludes with a third ranch tour of Clay White Ranch, sightseeing of an historic three-story stone barn and lunch. There is no registration cost for the Kansas Angus Tour; however, tour participants are responsible for their own lodging reservations and cost of lodging. Registrants are also responsible for transportation between tour stops. Those interested in attending "Angus on the Santa Fe", are encouraged to pre-register; pre-registration closes August 1, 2007. You may register online at www.kansasangus.org. Registrations and additional event information may be obtained by contacting Anne Lampe, Kansas Angus Association secretary/manager: 5201 E Rd. 110 Scott City, KS 67871. Phone: 620-872-3915 E-mail: kansasangus@wbsnet.org. Tour lodging headquarters are at the Cottage House Hotel and Motel in Council Grove, Kan. The Cottage House is recognized for its Victorian charm and historic ambiance. Attendees may also make reservations at the Comfort Inn, located in Ottawa, Kan., near Bohi Land and Cattle. The phone numbers for the Cottage House and the Comfort Inn follow; ask for the Kansas Angus Tour block. Cottage House: 800-727-7903; Comfort Inn: 785-242-9898.
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