A large group of 4-H members, parents, leaders and Extension personnel participated in the 30th annual 4-H Sheep Conference in Crossville, May 16-17, 2003. Members from across Tennessee attended the conference as well as a group of 4-H’ers from Marion County, Florida. Their 4-H agent Bob Renner accompanied the Florida group. Mr. Renner was formerly a member of the Tennessee state 4-H staff. Winners in the various contests and activities are as follows:

Project Exhibit
Junior: Tyler Bruhin, Sevier County
Junior High: Thomas Greenlee, Grainger County
Senior: Matthew McBride, Madison County

Grooming and Showing Demonstration Contest
First: Emily and Jacob Wood, Henderson County

Shepherd’s Contest
Adam Gratz (captain), Blount County
Emily Upchuch, Cumberland County
Justin Lyles, Sumner County

Junior Lamb Bowl
Sarah Edwards, Claiborne County
Emily Upchuch, Cumberland County
Meredith Duncan, Loudon County
Justin Lyles, Sumner County

Senior Lamb Bowl
First: Drew Hatmaker and Erin Straut, Knox County
Second: Emily and Jacob Wood, Henderson County
Third: Laura and Sarah Fitzgerald, Macon County

Special recognition goes to Shelby County for traveling the farthest distance and to Knox County for having the largest delegation. Thanks to all agents who made this opportunity available to their 4-H’ers and encouraged their participation.

Steve Sutton
Extension Specialist