NALJA News Winter 2022 | 3
Activity Fees Due Immediately
You should have just received or will be receiving your annual junior activity fee notice . Please note the early deadline of December 31 , 2022 . The early deadline will provide continued access to your online member site , as well as the opportunity to register cattle at the lower member rates .
Being current on your activity fee is a requirement for participation in our regional and national shows and competitions . All revenue generated from the fee directly supports many NALJA programs . All first year NALJA members for 2022 do not need to renew their activity fee until 2023 .
Satellite Event Late Entry Fee
There will be a late entry fee for juniors who forget to enter in satellite events before the late deadline of May 15 . You ’ ll be able to late enter into the photo contest , showmanship , magazine ad contest , and sales talk at the NJLSC check-in for $ 20 per junior . You will not be able to late enter in to the judging contest , if you do not sign up for the judging contest by May 15 , you ’ ll have the opportunity to judge in the adult division . Once check-in is complete , you will not be able to enter into the events .
It is recommended that you sign up for all satellite events by the May 15 deadline for $ 10 . The $ 10 fee is per participant NOT per event .
Ken Holloway Genetics On Ice Auction
Not just genetics , something for everyone will sell !
The 2023 Ken Holloway Genetics on Ice Benefit Auction will be one of the best yet ! With an exceptional offering of Limousin Genetics and various items such as jewelry , art and agri-services ; there is sure to be something for everyone . Genetics on Ice will be held in conjunction with the National Limousin Sale on Monday , January 2 , 2023 at the Embassy Suites , Oklahoma City , Okla .
Please expect a call from the 2022-2023 NALJA Board of Directors looking for your support of this year ’ s function . If you would like to contribute items or genetics , please contact Mallory Blunier , Mallory @ nalf . org or Kiley McKinna at mcmarketingsales @ aol . com or 402-350-3447 .
The Genetics on Ice Benefit Auction is an invaluable event that helps support NALJA throughout the year , as well as the National Junior Limousin Show & Congress . the Judging Contest , Showmanship , Team Fitting , Photo Contest , State Poster , and Magazine Ad .
2023 NJLSC Deadline
All regional shows and early entry deadline for NJLSC will be May 1 . Late entry deadline will be May 15 . Ownership deadline is May 15 .
• Early Entry Fee : $ 80 per head ( includes bedding )
• Early Entry Deadline : May 1
• Late Entry Fee : $ 125 per head ( includes bedding )
• Late Entry Deadline : May 15
** NEW ** Only online entries will be accepted for the 2023 National Junior Limousin Show & Congress , as well as any NALJA sponsored regional show . We will be using the same online entry system as 2022 .
NEOGEN Ultimate Show
The NALJA board of directors is excited to continue the NEOGEN Ultimate Show at the 2023 NJLSC . This show is based on 50 percent genotype and 50 percent phenotype . Animals will need to have DNA sent in by April 20th . The NALF office asks that any DNA for this show be marked “ For National Junior Show .”
Save the Date
Eastern Regional Junior Show / Southeast Summer Classic : Date Coming Soon !
** NEW ** There will be no late entries accepted at check-in .
The entry deadline will be the same as the NJLSC . Early entry deadline is May 1 and the late entry deadline is May 15 .
** NEW ** Heartland Showdown : NALJA will no longer be sponsoring a Heartland Regional show . The Heartland Association will be hosting the Heartland Showdown the first weekend of June in 2023 . The Heartland Association will be in charge of all entries , check-in and running the show . More details to come . If you have any questions , please contact Dean or Bev Summerbell ( 763- 232-9302 ) or Ann Vorthmann ( 402-981-1093 ).
2023 Contest Rotations
At the 2023 NJLSC we will see the return of Quiz Bowl and Sales Talk . Other satellite events include