The Western Region Judging Contests
The Regional Wildlife Judging Contest is held at different locations every year. The Junior and Junior High Division of the test has been simplified a bit. The Contest involves identifying wildlife and answering some questions about each specimen or photo on the ID part of the test. The contest will be held in May. If you are interested, it is time to get your group together and we will gather materials to create a study packet! There are quizzes on Quizlet.com. Check that out….it is free! We need to get our students together to get study packets!!!!! Study materials come from the WHEP manual which is online.
2015 WHEP – manual (pages 28-68) Eco-regions.pdf
2015 WHEP – manual (pages 69-215) Wildlife-Species.pdf
Livestock Judging Group Practice Slides (Contest: November 6, 2025 at Triple P Arena)
The contest consists of judging hogs, sheep, goats, and cattle. Use the study skills below to practice the different animals.
Practices will be held at UT Extension office unless otherwise stated. You may call 731-968-5266 for any questions you may have.
Practice dates are: October 7, 2025: October 15, 2025; October 21, 2025; October 27, 2025; October 30, 2025; November 4, 2025
2025 Livestock Judging Guide Resources
Module 1 – Introduction to Livestock Judging.pdf
Module 2 – Heifers.pdf
Module 3 – Steers.pdf
Module 4 – Gilts.pdf
Module 5 – Swine.pdf
Module 6 – Sheep.pdf
Module 7 – Handling.pdf
Module 8 – Ewes.pdf
Module 9 – Market Goats.pdf