ALBION, Ill. – Squealing pigs and smiling kids—all indications of a good time at the second No Limits Livestock Show. The No Limits Livestock Show is an all-inclusive swine show where youth 4-H swine exhibitors and individuals with disabilities team up to show a pig. The show not only introduces local youth to 4-H and livestock but also offers a memorable experience for both the mentors and mentees.
On June 20, at the Edwards County Fairgrounds swine showring, Edwards County 4-H members introduced two participants from Edwards and Richland counties to showing a pig. Before the show began, participants learned about their pigs and how to prepare them for showtime. They learned basic showmanship techniques and practiced guiding their pigs around the showring.
During the show, Interim Assistant Dean/Program Leader & Director of Illinois 4-H, Kevin Carey, served as the livestock judge and evaluated each team’s performance. Ribbons were awarded to the participants as they ended their tour around the showring.
At the conclusion of the show, Carey spoke about the Illinois 4-H program.
“Every single person across the state, between the ages of 5 and 18, deserves the opportunity to be in 4-H; regardless of ability, regardless of identity, regardless of experience, we want people to feel like they belong with us,” said Carey.
4-H strives to provide opportunities for all youth, and parents are encouraged to reach out to their local 4-H program for more information. To learn more about Illinois Extension and the Edwards, Lawrence, Richland, Wabash, or Wayne County 4-H programs, visit extension.illinois.edu/elrww.
