The Grant County Copper CowBelles met August 19th. President Annette George conducted the meeting. Hostess prizes were provided by Kim Clark and Pat Hunt.

Guest Justin Billings made a presentation about his week at the NM Youth Ranch Management Camp at which Copper helped him financially to attend. He was very pleased with the event and feels it will really help him in future years. Kathy Davis distributed the personalized Copper CowBelles aprons and displayed the ones that will be donated to local chefs that specialize in beef dishes. It was approved to send an apron (I “heart” USA Beef) to President Trump who recently stated that “American Beef is the Best”, along with a request to require COOR on meats.

It was approved to purchase two heavy duty shelving units for the storage room which has been moved to the new location. The Fall Shindig is still on track. Annette called for volunteers for the Grant County Fair which is September 18-21st. It was approved to again pay the processing fees for the steer that will be purchased by the Grant County Cattlegrowers at the Fair. This steer is divided among local Home Economics teachers for classes on beef preparation. Copper has been asked to participate in a project to display brands on a wall at the Visitors Center. Bobbie Neal Little has also offered a wall on one of her business properties in town. This decision was tabled until more information can be gathered.