Grant County Fairgrounds

12/27/2024

12/23/2024

Our office will be closed for the holidays! December 24–25th & January 1st 🎄🌟

Wishing you a safe and joyful holiday season from all of us at the Grant County Fairgrounds! 🌟

12/20/2024

We are beginning the search for a campground host for the 2025 Season. This is a volunteer position with campsite, sewer, water and power provided.
We expect to have the host on the grounds from May 1 through Labor Day.

To apply go to :
https://grantcountywa.tylerportico.com/tess/citizen/jobs/job-list/jobs

12/20/2024

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Dear buyers,

We are excited to invite you to participate in the North Central WA Jr. Livestock Show mark auction, providing an exceptional opportunity to support our local youth while investing in high-quality farm to table meat. This event is more than just an auction – it’s a chance to support the future of agriculture and help develop the next generation of leaders, farmers, and entrepreneurs.

Why Your Participation Matters:

By purchasing livestock at the auction, you are directly contributing to the education and development of our young participants. These students work tirelessly throughout the year to raise and care for their animals, learning valuable lessons in responsibility, hard work, and the importance of agricultural practices. Your involvement helps to reward their dedication and encourages them to continue pursuing careers in agriculture, business, and beyond.

The funds raised through the auction provide these students with the resources they need to continue their education, invest in future projects, and even save for college. As a buyer, you not only get access to top-quality livestock but also play a crucial role in shaping the future of these young people and their agricultural careers.

Benefits of Buying at the Auction:

• Support Local Youth: Your purchase directly benefits local students, helping them fund their educational and agricultural pursuits.

• Access High-Quality farm to table meat: All animals in the auction are raised and cared for by dedicated youth who have invested countless hours in their care.

• Promote Agriculture in the Community: As a buyer, you demonstrate your commitment to sustaining and growing the agricultural industry, both locally and beyond.

• Recognition: Buyers will be recognized in event materials and thanked for their support of our youth.

We hope you will join us for this exciting event, and that you will consider bidding on the outstanding livestock raised by our youth. Your participation is an investment in their future and an opportunity to support the values of hard work, integrity, and community spirit.

If you are interested in attending the auction or would like more information about the event or the livestock available, please contact Michelle Farrer (509) 797-3897 or email [email protected]

https://www.ncwjls.com/livestock-auction/buyer-registration

12/20/2024

Like and follow our new page to stay updated on all the exciting plans ahead for 2025 Moravida Festival !

12/19/2024

12/18/2024

Calling Future Film Makers!
We have some great opportunities for youth interested in the creation of anime, short, or feature films. We will be hosting another Teen Film Camp on Whidbey Island from July 15-19, where participants get immersed in writing, filming, and editing their own films. Our mentors are experienced filmmakers who will be available to answer any questions and guide participants through the creative process. The films made at camp will be shown on the big screen on the last day of camp as a part of the Youth Film Festival on July 19. See below for more information!

Teen Film Camp is an amazing opportunity for seniors in 4-H to get hands-on experience creating a short film. Participants will get to learn about a variety of aspects of filmmaking from experienced filmmakers! Senior 4-H Members are invited to apply, but space is limited to eight teens. Applications are being accepted until April 14th, and those selected will be notified by April 30th. Camp Dates are July 15-19, 2025, in Coupeville, Washington. For more information check out the Teen Film Camp website (https://extension.wsu.edu/island/youth/events-and-activities/teen-film-camp/) or email R-A Mazzola at [email protected].

If you are a filmmaker under the age of 18 and have created an anime, short, or feature film, we invite you to submit your completed project for possible showing at the 2025 Youth Film Festival. Selected filmmakers will be contacted by June 30th if their film has been chosen for the festival. The big event will be held from 3p-5p on July 19, 2025, at the Clyde Theater in Langley, Washington. For more information check out the Youth Film Festival website (https://extension.wsu.edu/island/youth/events-and-activities/youth-film-festival/), or email R-A Mazzola at [email protected].

12/17/2024

12/16/2024

The Washington State Grange Foundation offers scholarships to qualified students who are current members of a Grange in Washington. Applicants must be high school seniors or graduates already enrolled or planning to enroll in institutions of higher learning. This includes, technical and certificaiton programs, community colleges, univerisities, or graduate schools.

The Washington State Grange Foundation awards more than $20,000 in scholarships each year Visit https://www.wa-grange.com/Scholarships.aspx
for this year's application and a list of last year's winners.

12/16/2024

Area sheep producers--young and experienced--for January 9th for area get together in Grant and Adams counties. The evening will start with a pizza dinner followed by and educational seminar on:
1) Maximizing Flock Profitability with Genetics & Selection presented by Dr. Kim Davenport, WSU Extension Genetic Specialist
2) Sheep Nutritional and Production Level Requirements, Sarah M. Smith, WSU Extension Regional Animal Science Specialist.

Individuals that cannot make it in person are welcome to join via Zoom. Please RSVP by January 6 to [email protected]

12/13/2024

It's that time again, time to launch the 2025 Grant County Fair FFA Video projects. This is a chance to win money based on the quality of your submitted video. See the details below:

12/12/2024

Kady Porterfield, Director of the Kittitas Valley Event Center and Fair is a great resource of information, check this out.

Ready to Level Up Your Communication Skills? 🌟

Join us for an exciting Communications Bootcamp Weekend designed for young ag professionals (ages 18-35)! Whether you’re looking to sharpen your storytelling, network with peers, or amplify your voice in agriculture, this event is your chance to grow.

✅ Professional Development
✅ Connection with Industry Peers
✅ No Membership Required

Don’t miss this opportunity to build your skills, expand your network, and invest in your future! 📅

12/10/2024

🚨 Important Update for 2025 Fair Camping Pre-Registration 🚨

We are transitioning to an online process for camping pre-registration for the 2025 Grant County Fair! 📧

🔹 No more mailed forms – all pre-registration will take place online.
🔹 If you're grandfathered in from the 2024 fair, you’ll receive an email after the first of the year with instructions on how to pre-register.
🔹 To ensure we have your correct email address, please contact us ahead of time at:
📞 509.765.3581
📧 [email protected]

Thank you for helping us make this process smooth and efficient!

12/02/2024

🚨 Important Reminder for Hog Exhibitors 🚨

ALL hogs must have their 840 tag in their ear prior to offloading at the scale. Failure to do so will result in being turned back at the scale.

Non-compliance with this rule will result in a scratch from the show, and no entry fee refund will be provided.

Please make sure you are following all applicable rules to avoid any issues on weigh in day. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping the event running smoothly!

Thank you for your attention to this important matter. 🐖

11/29/2024

Our hottest deals of the season drop tomorrow! The best prices on Carnival Wristbands + Free Admission! This offer is available online only- you won’t see these prices again! 🤩🎡
🔗 www.gcfairgrounds.com/tickets

11/27/2024

Great opportunity