2026 Overnight Camp ($325) - June 3-5
This camp is geared toward youth 7-18 years of age who have an interest in competitive livestock judging. The camp covers content on all of the livestock species including cattle, hogs, sheep, and goats. Youth will learn about the priority traits that we use when evaluating livestock and gain basic knowledge of the livestock industry as it pertains to each specie. A heavy emphasis in this camp will also be placed on oral reasons. Not only will youth improve their presentation skills but they will also learn about the basics of reasons format along with how to be accurate and concise in a set of reasons. At the end of camp, youth will be better prepared to compete in a livestock judging contest not only locally but at the regional and national level alike.
Printable Camp Flyer (Coming Soon) Camp Registration
Registration must be received and payment postmarked no later than May 18, 2026.
2026 Camp Information
Housing and Meals
The University of Nebraska residence halls (Massengale Hall) located on East Campus will house students for the duration of the camp. Participants will be provided sheets, bedspread (or blanket), pillow, pillowcase, as well as daily towel exchange. If any other items are needed, they are to be brought by the student. Rooms for students will be double occupancy, thus students will be assigned a roommate. All participants are responsible for their residence hall key and all damages incurred. All meals will be eaten in or around the Animal Science building, or at the East Campus Union. Students are more than welcome to bring their own snacks and drinks for use throughout the day or use the campus vending machines.
For Parents
Please review the registration form and make sure all information is filled out correctly. Camp registration will be confirmed via email, so please provide one if possible. Otherwise, confirmation will be mailed. Any parents, volunteers, extension staff, or FFA advisors involved with coaching a team are more than welcome to participate and benefit from camp as well. If you are interested, please indicate so on the registration form. Also, carefully read and fill-out the below forms required by University of Nebraska-Lincoln for your child to participate in the camp. All forms need to be mailed back with registration.
Please mail payment (check made payable to UNL Livestock Judging) to:
Cal Schultz
3940 Fair Street, ANSC C204f
Lincoln, NE 68583-0908
* Payment must be postmarked no later than May 18, 2026 *
Overnight Camp Schedule/Agenda
Day 1
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. — Registration and Dorm Check-In
Please plan to arrive at Massengale Hall no later than 12:15 p.m.
1:00 p.m. — Walk participants to the Animal Science Building
1:15 p.m. — Introductions
- Proper Note Taking
- Cattle Judging
5:00 p.m. — Dinner
6:00 p.m. — Reasons Practice
10:30 p.m. — Lights Out
Day 2
7:00 a.m. — Breakfast
8:00 a.m. — Hog Judging
- Reasons Practice
12:00 p.m. — Lunch
1:00 p.m. — Reasons Practice
5:00 p.m. — Dinner
Evening — Fun Activity
10:30 p.m. — Lights Out
Day 3
7:00 – 7:30 a.m. — Dorm Check-Out
Breakfast
8:30 a.m. — Sheep & Goat Judging
- Reasons Practice
12:00 p.m. — Camp Conclusion
Parents should pick up students at the Animal Science Building.