BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Grant County - ECPv6.1.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Grant County X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/grant X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Grant County REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20180311T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20181104T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20190310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20191103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20200308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20201101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T072332 CREATED:20260109T235727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T191403Z UID:10000249-1770366600-1770397200@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:2026 Washington Swine Information Day DESCRIPTION:Washington Swine Information Day offers targeted presentations designed to address the diverse needs of Pacific Northwest swine producers. \nThe morning session includes certification training for the National Pork Board’s Pork Quality Assurance Plus (PQA+) for adults and Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) for youth. These certifications are increasingly required by pork packers and fairs. The session concludes with Katlyn Cain from the National Pork Board discussing best practices for receiving feeder pigs to ensure health and growth during transport and transition. \nDuring the pork luncheon\, Dr. Gordon Murdoch\, Chair of WSU Animal Science\, and the WSU Student Swine Cooperative will provide rapid updates from WSU Animal Sciences. \nThe afternoon session begins with Dr. Shannon Neibergs\, WSU Extension Livestock Economist\, addressing hog prices\, grain trends\, and farm economics for 2026. Katlyn Cain will then highlight the critical role of people and pigs in the future of the U.S. swine industry. Dr. Paul Kuber\, WSU Regional Extension Specialist\, will present on identifying market-ready pigs for various industry segments. The day concludes with Dr. Zach Turner and Mr. David Hecimovich sharing WSDA updates on swine health and animal traceability to meet state and federal requirements. \nSee the brochure for more information. \n\n \n \n ↑\n Back to top URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/grant/event/2026-washington-swine-information-day/ LOCATION:Pillar Rock Grill\, 1373 Rd F.2 NE\, Moses Lake\, 98837\, United States CATEGORIES:4-H,Livestock ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah%20Smith":MAILTO:smithsm@wsu.edu GEO:47.1076933;-119.3579947 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Pillar Rock Grill 1373 Rd F.2 NE Moses Lake 98837 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1373 Rd F.2 NE:geo:-119.3579947,47.1076933 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250718 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250719 DTSTAMP:20260406T072332 CREATED:20250317T222148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T183035Z UID:10000243-1752796800-1752883199@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:2025 Northwest Sheep Exposition DESCRIPTION:The Northwest Junior Sheep Exposition (NWJSE) presented by the Washington Junior Lamb Carcass Show (WJLCS)\, is an educational event offering youth the opportunity to obtain growth and ultrasound carcass results from lambs they exhibit. Participants will learn to select fast-gaining lambs that are heavily muscled and properly finished. Participation in this event will lead to a better understanding of the economics related to producing market lambs. The show provides participants the opportunity to exhibit their skills in showmanship\, fitting sheep\, judging sheep and wool\, and teaches spectators about the sheep industry and sheep husbandry through educational displays. Participation in the NWJSE is a quality educational experience because exhibitors learn about desirable market traits of meat and wool. \nFor more information\, please see the links below. \n2025 Premium Book \n2025 COUG Premier Exhibitor Guidelines \n\n \n \n ↑\n Back to top URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/grant/event/13148/ LOCATION:Grant County Fairgrounds\, 3953 Airway Dr NE\, Moses Lake\, WA\, 98837\, United States CATEGORIES:Livestock ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah%20Smith":MAILTO:smithsm@wsu.edu GEO:47.1453862;-119.3107683 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Grant County Fairgrounds 3953 Airway Dr NE Moses Lake WA 98837 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3953 Airway Dr NE:geo:-119.3107683,47.1453862 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240719 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240721 DTSTAMP:20260406T072332 CREATED:20240515T211850Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T211850Z UID:10000153-1721347200-1721519999@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:2024 NW Junior Sheep Exposition DESCRIPTION:The Northwest Junior Sheep Exposition (NWJSE) presented by the Washington Junior Lamb Carcass Show (WJLCS) is an educational event offering youth the opportunity to obtain growth and ultrasound carcass results from lambs they exhibit. Participants will learn to select fast-gaining lambs that are heavily muscled and properly finished. Participation in this event will lead to a better understanding of the economics related to producing market lambs. The show provides participants the opportunity to exhibit their skills in showmanship\, fitting sheep\, judging sheep and wool\, and teaches spectators\nabout the sheep industry and sheep husbandry through educational displays. Participation in the NWJSE is a quality educational experience because exhibitors learn about desirable market traits of meat and wool. \nFor more information\, please see the links below. \n2024 Premium Book \n2024 COUG Premier Exhibitor Award \n  \n\n \n \n ↑\n Back to top URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/grant/event/2024-nw-junior-sheep-exposition/ LOCATION:Grant County Fairgrounds\, 3953 Airway Dr NE\, Moses Lake\, WA\, 98837\, United States CATEGORIES:Livestock ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah%20Smith":MAILTO:smithsm@wsu.edu GEO:47.1453862;-119.3107683 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Grant County Fairgrounds 3953 Airway Dr NE Moses Lake WA 98837 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3953 Airway Dr NE:geo:-119.3107683,47.1453862 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240422 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240428 DTSTAMP:20260406T072332 CREATED:20231229T003405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231229T003405Z UID:10000147-1713744000-1714262399@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Washington State Shearing School DESCRIPTION:This annual shearing school has been offered to individuals seeking experience and knowledge about shearing\, wool evaluation\, and sheep production since 1977. In addition to teaching the skills of shearing and associated equipment information and care\, students learn various aspects of wool marketing and production and sheep husbandry. Students that complete the WSSP Shearing School not only provide a service to sheep producers in the Pacific Northwest\, but they also become informed resources with the ability to share proper shearing techniques and wool handling\, and the care and marketing of the animals and their wool. With a state-of-the-art sheep shearing trailer\, experienced instructors\, and over 500 head of sheep to shear\, this is a world-class commercial sheep shearing school. \nFor more information\, visit the Shearing School website. \n\n \n \n ↑\n Back to top URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/grant/event/shearing-school-2/ LOCATION:Grant County Fairgrounds\, 3953 Airway Dr NE\, Moses Lake\, WA\, 98837\, United States CATEGORIES:Livestock ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah%20Smith":MAILTO:smithsm@wsu.edu GEO:47.1453862;-119.3107683 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Grant County Fairgrounds 3953 Airway Dr NE Moses Lake WA 98837 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3953 Airway Dr NE:geo:-119.3107683,47.1453862 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T163000 DTSTAMP:20260406T072332 CREATED:20240103T232254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T232254Z UID:10000148-1706862600-1706891400@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Washington Swine Information Day DESCRIPTION:Washington Swine Information Day features various presentations organized to meet the diverse and unique needs of Pacific Northwest swine producers. The theme for the day is “Quality Pigs Produce Quality Pork”. \nThe morning session will start with a WSU Animal Science Update from Dr. Gord Muchdoch\, Chair and the Student Swine Students. Dr. Paul Kuber from WSU Extension will provide a detailed overview of how to select pork to make quality pork sausage; a sampling of sausage tasting will follow the presentation. New WSU Geneticist\, Dr. Kim Davenport\, will present on genetic selection tools and technology to improve pig health and quality. The morning session will conclude with an update from the National Pork Bard\, before a pork-featured lunch. \nThe afternoon session will be led off by Dr. Shannon Neibergs\, WSU Extension Livestock Economist\, who will provide an economic outlook for pork\, protein\, and feed costs for the coming year. WSU Livestock and Meat Evaluation Team will discuss a new video resource available to adults and youth to learn live animal and carcass merit evaluation. Ms. Sarah Lemon\, WSDA Local Meat Specialist\, will discuss funding opportunities for Washington small/mid-size meat processors and meat buying guides. The day will conclude with a presentation by the Washington State Dept. of Ag on steps they are taking to help prevent disease introduction in Washington and the training they have done to be prepared and respond if a foreign animal disease should be identified. \nRegistration Information \n\n \n \n ↑\n Back to top URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/grant/event/washington-swine-information-day-2/ LOCATION:Pillar Rock Grill\, 1373 Rd F.2 NE\, Moses Lake\, 98837\, United States CATEGORIES:Livestock ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah%20Smith":MAILTO:smithsm@wsu.edu GEO:47.1076933;-119.3579947 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Pillar Rock Grill 1373 Rd F.2 NE Moses Lake 98837 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1373 Rd F.2 NE:geo:-119.3579947,47.1076933 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240118T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240118T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T072332 CREATED:20240104T002204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T002204Z UID:10000149-1705600800-1705606200@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Gathering the Flock - Let's Meet Ewe DESCRIPTION:The Columbia Basin Sheep Producers in collaboration with WSU Grant and Adams County Extension Offices are offering area sheep producers an opportunity to come together to meet each other and participate in a webinar about the countdown to lambing and newborn care\, club lamb fungus\, and WSU disease diagnostics by Guest Presenter: Dr. Melissa Holahan\, DVM\, WSU Post-Doc. In addition\, the CBSP will provide a pizza/sub dinner to participants. \nPlease RSVP by January 16 at 5:00 PM so that we can make sure we have enough pizza/subs. RSVP to Sarah M. Smith\, WSU Extension at smithsm@wsu.edu or 509-754-2011 X4363. \n**TWO LOCATIONS:\nAt 6:00 PM\n WSU Grant County Extension 1525 E Wheeler Rd\, Moses Lake\, WA 98837\n WSU Adams County Extension 205 W. Main\, Ritzville\, WA 99169 \nSponsored by:\nColumbia Basin Sheep Producers and WSU Grant and Adams County Extension. \n  \nEvent Information PDF \n\n \n \n ↑\n Back to top URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/grant/event/gathering-the-flock-lets-meet-ewe/ LOCATION:WSU Extension Office\, 1525 E Wheeler Rd\, Moses Lake\, WA\, 98837\, United States CATEGORIES:Livestock ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah%20Smith":MAILTO:smithsm@wsu.edu GEO:47.1301592;-119.2503273 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=WSU Extension Office 1525 E Wheeler Rd Moses Lake WA 98837 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1525 E Wheeler Rd:geo:-119.2503273,47.1301592 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230714 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230716 DTSTAMP:20260406T072332 CREATED:20220328T202317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T202317Z UID:10000128-1689292800-1689465599@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:2023 NW Junior Sheep Exposition DESCRIPTION:The Northwest Junior Sheep Exposition (NWJSE) presented by the Washington Junior Lamb Carcass Show (WJLCS) is an educational event offering youth the opportunity to obtain growth and ultrasound carcass results from lambs they exhibit. Participants will learn to select fast-gaining lambs that are heavily muscled and properly finished. Participation in this event will lead to a better understanding of the economics related to producing market lambs. The show provides participants the opportunity to exhibit their skills in showmanship\, fitting sheep\, judging sheep and wool\, and teaches spectators\nabout the sheep industry and sheep husbandry through educational displays. Participation in the NWJSE is a quality educational experience because exhibitors learn about desirable market traits of meat and wool. \nFor more information\, please see the links below. \nNorthwest Junior Sheep Exposition 2023 Booklet \n2023 NWJSE “COUG Premier Exhibitor” Award \n\n \n \n ↑\n Back to top URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/grant/event/2022-nw-junior-sheep-exposition/ LOCATION:Grant County Fairgrounds\, 3953 Airway Dr NE\, Moses Lake\, WA\, 98837\, United States CATEGORIES:Livestock ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah%20Smith":MAILTO:smithsm@wsu.edu GEO:47.1453862;-119.3107683 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Grant County Fairgrounds 3953 Airway Dr NE Moses Lake WA 98837 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3953 Airway Dr NE:geo:-119.3107683,47.1453862 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230403 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230408 DTSTAMP:20260406T072332 CREATED:20230103T193116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T193116Z UID:10000136-1680480000-1680911999@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Shearing School DESCRIPTION:The Washington State Sheep Shearing School is sponsored by Washington State University Extension and Washington State Sheep Producers\, with assistance from the Columbia Basin Sheep Producers\, Washington Wool Growers Auxiliary\, and American Sheep Industry. \nThe shearing school is open to anyone 15 years of age or older. Students will learn the skills of shearing sheep\, proper equipment preparation\, and maintenance\, packaging of wool for optimum market value\, and several other topics regarding quality sheep and wool production. \nFor more information\, please visit the Sharing School website. \n\n \n \n ↑\n Back to top URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/grant/event/shearing-school/ LOCATION:Grant County Fairgrounds\, 3953 Airway Dr NE\, Moses Lake\, WA\, 98837\, United States CATEGORIES:Livestock ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah%20Smith":MAILTO:smithsm@wsu.edu GEO:47.1453862;-119.3107683 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Grant County Fairgrounds 3953 Airway Dr NE Moses Lake WA 98837 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3953 Airway Dr NE:geo:-119.3107683,47.1453862 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230203T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230203T163000 DTSTAMP:20260406T072332 CREATED:20230103T193540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T193540Z UID:10000137-1675413000-1675441800@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Swine Information Day DESCRIPTION:Washington Swine Information Day features an array of presentations that have been organized to meet the diverse and unique needs of Pacific Northwest swine producers. \nPlease see the Brochure/Registration form for more information. \n\n \n \n ↑\n Back to top URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/grant/event/swine-information-day/ LOCATION:Pillar Rock Grill\, 1373 Rd F.2 NE\, Moses Lake\, 98837\, United States CATEGORIES:Livestock ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah%20Smith":MAILTO:smithsm@wsu.edu GEO:47.1076933;-119.3579947 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Pillar Rock Grill 1373 Rd F.2 NE Moses Lake 98837 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1373 Rd F.2 NE:geo:-119.3579947,47.1076933 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200406 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200412 DTSTAMP:20260406T072332 CREATED:20161122T201209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161122T201209Z UID:10000014-1586131200-1586649599@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Washington State Shearing School DESCRIPTION:More information about the Washington State Shearing School \n\n \n \n ↑\n Back to top URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/grant/event/washington-state-shearing-school/ LOCATION:Grant County Fairgrounds Fuller Building\, 3953 Airway Dr NE\, Moses Lake\, WA\, 98837\, United States CATEGORIES:Livestock ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah%20Smith":MAILTO:smithsm@wsu.edu GEO:47.1453862;-119.3107683 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Grant County Fairgrounds Fuller Building 3953 Airway Dr NE Moses Lake WA 98837 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3953 Airway Dr NE:geo:-119.3107683,47.1453862 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180209T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180209T173000 DTSTAMP:20260406T072332 CREATED:20171228T194831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171228T194831Z UID:10000020-1518165000-1518197400@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Washington State Swine Information Day DESCRIPTION:Washington Swine Information Day features an array of presentations that have been organized to meet the diverse and unique needs of Pacific Northwest Swine Producers.\nDetails and Registration. \n\n \n \n ↑\n Back to top URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/grant/event/washington-state-swine-information-day-2/ LOCATION:Pillar Rock Grill\, 1373 Rd F.2 NE\, Moses Lake\, 98837\, United States CATEGORIES:Livestock ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah%20Smith":MAILTO:smithsm@wsu.edu GEO:47.1076933;-119.3579947 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Pillar Rock Grill 1373 Rd F.2 NE Moses Lake 98837 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1373 Rd F.2 NE:geo:-119.3579947,47.1076933 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR