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U.S Targhee Sheep National Show & Sale
July 16-18, 2026
The SHED in Huron, South Dakota
Celebrating 100 years of the Targhee Breed
&
75 years of the U.S. Targhee Sheep Association
2026 National Show & Sale Catalog
2026 National Show & Sale Catalog Available Now!
The official catalog for the 2026 U.S. Targhee Sheep Association National Show & Sale is now online!
As we prepare to celebrate a historic milestone—the 75th Anniversary of the Association and the 100th Anniversary of the Targhee breed—we invite you to browse this year's premier lineup of livestock.
📅 Event Details
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Dates: July 16 – July 18, 2026
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Location: The SHED, South Dakota State Fairgrounds (Huron, SD)
📖 View the Catalog
Click the link below to view or download the digital version of the catalog. Inside, you will find complete consignor listings, pedigree information, show schedules, and details regarding our upcoming anniversary meals and merchandise.
We look forward to seeing ourTarghee family in Huron next month to celebrate 100 years of excellence in the sheep industry! If you have any remaining questions about the schedule or facilities, please don't hesitate to reach out to the Board of Directors.
Commerative 1926 Targhee Blanket
Hello USTSA Members,
Montana Wool Company in partnership with Mountain Meadow Wool Mill is making custom blankets to honor 100 years of the Targhee breed. An initial run of 15 blankets will be available for purchase through the Montana Wool Company website
(mtwool.com). Back ordering has been turned on for this specific blanket through August 31st. That will be the final deadline for 2026 ordering. When you order your blankets, please put “USTSA” after your last name so you are identified as an association member. (This blanket will be open to the public to purchase as well.) However, additional runs will occur in batches of 5-10 depending on interest. So, if you miss the first run of 15, be assured you can still get in on later runs. What great Christmas presents these would make!
Blankets will cost $350.00. All proceeds - beyond production costs - will be donated to the USTSA! Additionally, blankets are customizable and may be embroidered with family brands or logos. There is an extra charge ($25-$35) for embroidery depending
on the size and complexity of the brand or logo. We recommend a maximum brand/logo size of 4”x4”. (See photos of examples.) Email Tracie directly with your brand or logo (info@mtwool.com). A clear, sharp “pdf print” format will digitize best. She will contact you directly to go over the details including embroidery color options and billing. Depending on the quantity of custom embroidery orders that come in, custom embroidered blankets may not be available for shipment until after the National Show & Sale. Also, because it is the desire of Montana Wool Co. for every family who wants to purchase blankets to do so different payment options are available on the Montana Wool Co website.
Thank you for helping to celebrate this incredible event – 100 years!
Tracie
2026 Nationals Hotel Information
Crossroads Hotel
100 4th St SW
Huron, SD 57350
(605)352-3204
2026 USTSA NATIONAL SHOW AND SALE SCHEDULE
Wednesday, July 15th
8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. - Pens Available at The Shed
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. - Wool Entries Due
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. - Check-In for the Open and Junior Show located at The SHED
Thursday, July 16th
7:45 a.m. - Mandatory Junior Photo in the Show Ring (Please wear your T-Shirt)
8:00 a.m. - National Targhee Junior Show
● Yearling Ram
● Fall Ram Lamb
● January Ram Lamb
● February Ram Lamb
● March Ram Lamb
Champion Ram Drive
● Futurity Yearling Ewe
● Yearling Ewe
● Fall Ewe Lamb
● January Ewe Lamb
● February Ewe Lamb
● March Ewe Lamb
Champion Ewe Drive
● Best Fleece on Live Animal
● Showmanship (Senior, Intermediate, Junior & Pee-wee)
● Master Showmanship Class (Top 2 of Senior, Junior and Intermediate Class)
● Costume Contest (For Fun ONLY)
● Team Showmanship (One Junior & One Adult from a Different State)
● Adult Showmanship ($5 Nomination, $10 to Get Out)
Noon - Lunch
1:00 p.m. (Tenitavely) - Junior Targhee Association Annual Meeting
2:00 p.m. - Open Show Sifting begins
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Yard Games at The SHED
6:00 p.m. - Picnic at The SHED
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. - Band at The SHED
8:00 p.m. - Board of Directors Meeting
Friday, July 17th
8:00 a.m. - Junior Futurity Yearling Ewe Show
8:30 a.m. - National Targhee Open Show and Wool Judging
● NSIP Yearling Ram
● Yearling Ram
● Fall Ram Lamb
● January Ram Lamb
● February Spring Ram Lamb
● March Ram Lamb
Champion Ram Drive
Wool Judging held in Show Ring
● NSIP Yearling Ewe
● Yearling Ewe
● Fall Ewe Lamb
● January Ewe Lamb
● February Ewe Lamb
● March Ewe Lamb
Champion Ewe Drive
● Pen of Yearling Ewes
● Pen of Ewe Lambs (Fall, January, February & March)
Champion Pen Drive
Noon- Lunch
1:00 p.m. - USTSA Association Annual Meeting
6:00 p.m. - Social hour at Crossroads Hotel
7:00 p.m. - Awards Banquet at Crossroads Hotel
Saturday, July 18th
8:00 a.m. - Board of Directors Meeting
9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. - Profit-Driven Sheep Management: Budgets, Lenders & Smart Changes - presented by Jaelyn Whaley (SDSU Extension Field Specialist 1 - Sheep) & Laurie Johnson (Farm Credit Services)
11:00 a.m. - Presentation of the USTSA Starter Flock Award
12:00 p.m. - National Sale (Rams followed by Ewes)