Working Steer

Eastern States Exposition Information and Forms

• Interested in Trying Out for the Big E?
• Information is Now Available

Working Steer Forms

• Animal Approval Form for 4-H Animal Shows: Word | PDF

Working Steer Events

• June 16, 2019: 1st Big E tryout will be held at the Fryeburg Fairgrounds during June Jamboree.  The show begins at 10:00 am.  Registration for this event is free if you are coming for the day.
• July 13, 2019: 2nd Big E tryout at Ossipee Valley Fair. The show begins at 10:00 am.
• July 21, 2019: Workshop being held at Maine 4-H Days at the Windsor Fairgrounds.  This is not a show. Youth will be able to practice along with others from around the state and educate the public while doing so.  Registration is required.
• August 8, 2019: 3rd Big E tryout at the Skowhegan Fair. Showmanship begins at 1:00 pm, cart and drag class will begin at approximately 4:00 pm.
• September 12 – 15, 2019: Eastern States Exposition in West Springfield, MA.  Arrival between 2:00 – 5:00 pm on Thursday, September 12th.  Scheduled departure is on Sunday September 15th.  Staying until the morning of Monday, September 16th is an option if traveling a long distance.

Other Working Steer Resources

• Show Guidelines for Maine 4-H Working Steer Members
• Rules for Cloverbuds
• Standard Equipment Box for Dairy and Livestock Members Descriptions
  • Diagram: Word | PDF
  • Description

For more information on educational programs in your area, contact your UMaine Extension county office.