Iowa State Block & Bridle Club

Round two of our Block & Bridle Internship Spotlight! 👉
We’re proud to feature even more members who spent their summer gaining skills, building connections, and making an impact across the ag industry.

Volunteering Opportunities at the Iowa State Fair

4-H Swine Show
No swine experience? No problem! We welcome volunteers of all experience levels.

Volunteer responsibilities may include:

- Checking in exhibitors and entries
- Recording class placings
- Assisting in the show ring or makeup ring
- Opening and closing gates
- Recording weigh-backs
- Helping with other general show operations

Volunteer Benefits

- Iowa State Fair gate pass
- Meal vouchers for the Pork Tent
- Limited parking passes (carpooling is highly encouraged, as parking will be limited)

What to Wear

- Jeans
- Closed-toe shoes
- Block and Bridle or Iowa State University polo

Cattle Men's Quarters

Volunteer Shift: August 22 | 3:00–9:00 p.m.

Help represent Block and Bridle by volunteering in the Cattle Men's Quarters during the Iowa State Fair.

Volunteer Benefits

- Free Iowa State Fair admission for the day
- A donation to Block and Bridle that helps support our fall meetings and annual fall industry tour

Please check your email for sign up sheets.

Our members have been BUSY this summer, and we’re here to brag about it!

From livestock operations to research labs, this group is gaining real-world experience and representing Block & Bridle with passion and purpose.

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The Cardinal and Gold Showdown was a huge success on June 7th at the Hansen Center! We welcomed 144 exhibitors and over 200 lambs and 70 goats for a great day of livestock showing, learning, and competition.

A big thank you to our judges, Lexi Hunt and Evan McClain, for their time and for doing an outstanding job working with the youth throughout the show.

This event would not have been possible without our incredible sponsors, club support, committee members, and volunteers who helped everything run smoothly. We are so grateful for everyone who contributed to making the Cardinal and Gold Showdown a success!

A special shoutout to Carliegh Tobey and her staff for doing an amazing job capturing the day and creating memories that will last! 📸

Thank you to everyone who joined us, we can’t wait to see you again next year! ❤️💛

The Cardinal & Gold Showdown is THIS WEEKEND at the Hansen Center! Be sure to show up to support the hardworking committee and to see some quality stock.

Not in Ames? Join the Facebook Livestream 💻

🐷The Swine Spring Day trip was a success! They had a full day of learning from industry experts at the National Pork Board and Webster City Custom Meats.

Thank you to all who opened their doors to our members and shared their expertise.

Join the Sheep and Goat Interest Group for a fun evening of bags and root beer floats. Bring your competitive spirit — Dairy Science Club ice cream coupons are on the line!

Hope to see you there!

🐔Don’t miss the last Poultry Interest Group meeting of the year this Thursday! We’re excited to welcome Dr. Craig Rowels, a veterinarian with Versova Labs, for an inside look at poultry health and industry insights.

And yes — Chick‑fil‑A will be provided for all attendees!

Last Friday, the Sheep Interest Group hit the road for a full day of learning and industry insight. Their stops included;

📍Stagecoach Livestock
📍Hild Brothers Show Stock
📍Hoogendoorn Polypays

A huge thank‑you to all three stops for opening their doors and sharing their expertise!