Western College of Auctioneering

Join us at the June 85 Hour Pre-Licensing Class

Great auctioneers aren’t born; they’re trained. We’re teaching the fundamentals of the trade this summer. The live portion of this hybrid class format will be held in Bozeman, Montana. Registration ends in 6 weeks. Secure your spot: www.auctionschools.com. Registration ends June 6.

Secure your spot: www.auctionschools.com

Celebrate with us! At A WCA Reunion & Retirement Celebration

Recognizing Jeff Stokes | 50 Years of Instruction at Western College of Auctioneering

In conjunction with our June courses, we will be hosting a reunion and retirement celebration on Thursday evening, June 18th, in honor of Jeff, who is retiring after 50 years of instruction at Western College of Auctioneering.

The evening is open to anyone whose life has been touched by WCA. This includes former students, instructors, industry friends, and family; all of whom are welcomed. We hope this will be a great opportunity to reconnect and relive the rich history of this great industry.

The theme of the evening centers around one question: How has Western College of Auctioneering impacted your life?

Event Details:
Date: Thursday, June 18, 2026
Doors Open: 5:45 PM | Event Closes: 8:45 PM
Location: Last Best Place Brewing | Bozeman, MT

We hope to see you there!

Note:
We are also collecting letters from graduates, instructors, industry friends, and family to honor Jeff. Written letters or video messages are both welcome and will be shared with Jeff at the event. If you would like to submit something, please send it to

Email:
[email protected]
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 121 Belt, MT 59412

For those planning to attend in person, please RSVP to [email protected].
For those who are unable to attend in person, the event will be livestreamed on Facebook Live.

Join us in Bozeman for our annual Bid Calling Seminar. If you are looking to improve your bid calling skills, you have come to the right place. We will meet you where you are at, and take you to the next level. Learn from the best in the business at this exclusive yearly event.

Congratulations Class #268

I was introduced to the auction world through my family’s involvement in Angus seedstock sales. I attended my first auction at six weeks old, and auctions have been a regular part of my life ever since. At 15, I became determined to learn the art of auctioneering after entering a bid-calling contest.

At 18, I got the opportunity to enroll at WCA. I initially started my auction career slurring and mimicking other auctioneers with no success, but the incredible instructors took me back to the basics. They helped me build a rock-solid foundation for my chant and brought out my true personality.

They taught me to focus not just on what number is coming next, but on how to have a conversation with the audience. The WCA staff is so committed to teaching the skills needed to be successful; my experience was second to none. The auction industry is a giving, supportive family, and as a graduate, I’m excited about my future in the business. I encourage any and all to take a class at Western and find their auction family!

- Parker White, Class #268

Our roots run deep here at WCA. Today, we are excited to wish a Happy 90th Birthday to Armon Wolff, who attended the Western College of Auctioneering in 1964. He claimed the title of reserve world champion livestock auctioneer in 1979. He once said he wished he had a dollar for every head of cattle he sold throughout his lifetime. He loved selling cattle and cutting hay. Armon tells of the fond memories he has of his instructors and others that attended the Western College of Auctioneering in 1964. Congratulations on your many successes in the auction business, and happy birthday, Armon.

Warmest congratulations to the Hall of Fame inductee David Whitaker!! Well deserved.

Reminder from 1968: Wherever you’re headed today, take some joy with you — and share some with the next person!