Thurston County Youth Market Animal Sale

09/29/2026

Everyone involved in the TCYMAS is a spoke in the wheel of our agricultural community, thank you all!

No single program is going to save agriculture.

There is not one butcher shop. There is not one ranch. There is not one customer.

It is all of us doing a little piece of it.

Mike cuts meat. Karin raises animals. A kid raises a lamb. Somebody grows hay. Somebody buys that lamb. Another family buys the meat.

Somewhere in the middle of all of that, another pasture gets to stay a pasture for another year.

That is a pretty good reason to keep doing the work.

Read Mike’s ranch wisdom essay on our blog: https://www.carsonvalleymeats.com/wisdom-from-the-ranch-mikes-meat-counter/

09/22/2026

Are you a high school student who loves the Thurston County Fair and wants to make a real impact in our community? 🎡✨

We’re looking for 2 passionate high school students to join the Thurston County Fair Board!

This is your chance to step up, share your ideas, build leadership skills, and help shape the future of our fairgrounds and events.

Why Join?
Be a Voice for Youth: Represent local students and young exhibitors in planning fair events, agricultural programs, and year-round activities.

Gain Hands-On Leadership: Work alongside local leaders, learn public administration, and build an impressive resume for college or career applications.

Make a Lasting Impact: Help create memorable experiences, traditions, and fun for thousands of fairgoers!

Who Can Apply?
High school students residing in Thurston County.

Enthusiastic individuals interested in leadership, community service, agriculture, or event planning.

Dedicated team players ready to attend regular board meetings and contribute fresh ideas.

📩 Ready to lead? Don't wait—get involved and help make the Thurston County Fair better than ever!

How to Apply: https://www.thurstoncountywa.gov/departments/board-county-commissioners/advisory-boards-commissions-and-committees

09/15/2026

Great news - seller checks are in the mail!

Thank you everyone for another successful year teaching youth and feeding our community!

08/26/2026

Thank you to everyone that made this year’s sale such a huge success!

08/15/2026

Couldn’t have said it better ourselves, we love A&L!

A heartfelt THANK YOU to Arnold & Leona Huguenin and the entire A&L Slaughter family! 🤍🐮

It was an honor to dedicate the 2026 Southwest Washington Junior Livestock Sale to two people who have given so much to our livestock community.

Year after year, Arnold, Leona, and their family work behind the scenes to make sale night possible—from late-night haul outs and quick turnarounds to always being someone our exhibitors, families, and producers can count on.

Your hard work, generosity, and dedication to agriculture and the youth in our community do not go unnoticed. The impact you have made reaches far beyond the sale ring, and we are incredibly grateful for everything you do.

From all of us at the Southwest Washington Junior Livestock Sale, thank you, Arnold & Leona, for your years of service and unwavering support of our community. We couldn’t think of a more deserving family to honor in 2026. ❤️

Please help us give Arnold, Leona & the A&L Slaughter family a BIG thank you! 👏🏼🐷🐑🐐🐮

08/14/2026

Last call for add-ons!
They must be received by August 15th

08/12/2026

08/11/2026

We appreciate your dedication and continued support of these hard working kids.

08/09/2026

08/08/2026

‼️Reminder‼️

Any remaining add-ons must be received by August 15th