The Wisconsin Junior Shorthorn Association strives to provide quality support to junior members by promoting the value and integrity of Shorthorn cattle, by providing quality educational events and activities, and creating opportunities for leadership and networking.

WJSA is open to all youth ages 8 to 21 as of January 1st who are interested in Shorthorn and ShorthornPlus cattle. All paid members will be listed in the WSA Directory.

Junior newsletters help recap the year for junior members.

WSA offers scholarships to students beginning or continuing their education in a post-secondary program. Applicant must be a dues paying member of WJSA, pursue a post-secondary degree, show cattle above the county level, and have a satisfactory scholastic record. Applications must be postmarked or submitted by June 1st.

Application- Coming Spring 2019

2018 Recipients

The Wisconsin Lassie Program is an opportunity for young ladies ages 15 to 21 to promote Shorthorns and the Wisconsin Shorthorn and Junior Shorthorn Associations.

National Junior Shorthorn Show and Youth Conference

Wisconsin Junior Shorthorn Association members are encouraged to attend the National Junior Shorthorn Show and Youth Conference. The event moves around the country and is typically held in June or July each year. Exhibitors must be a paid member of the American Junior Shorthorn Association to participate in the cattle show and youth contests.

Please visit www.shorthorn.org and select the Junior tab for further event information.

American Junior Shorthorn Association Board of Directiors and National Lassie Queens

2017-2018: Hannah Olsen, National Alternation Shorthorn Lassie Queen

2015-2018: Damin Hadorn-Papke, American Junior Shorthorn Association Director

2013-2015: Mackenzie Cash, American Junior Shorthorn Association Director

The Wisconsin Junior Shorthorn Association established the Friend of WJSA Award in 2012 to recognize those who actively show support for Shorthorn youth to help make WJSA a successful organization. The award is presented annually and is selected by members who attend the Junior meeting at the Wisconsin State Shorthorn Show.