Event Info

The 2026 Western National Event will be held on Nov 9 & 10 in Tremonton, Utah.

• We invite individuals from Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, Utah, Wyoming, or Montana to register and participate.  Registration is due by Oct 30, 2026
• The registration fee:
  • Individuals and Additional Assistants = $25

Award will include plaques, the silver belt buckle for the top hand and an array of prizes.

Site Specific Details for 2026:

• Current Rangeland Issue is Virtual Fencing in Western Rangelands – More information about the current rangeland issue will be coming soon to the Preparation Page
• Five Utah Plants will be added to the Plant Identification list. To be added soon.
• Changes for 2025:
  • The Plant ID Scorecard will be numbered and complete name or number will be accepted.

Schedule will be sent to winning teams

Event Manual & Rules

• Updated Western National CDE Manual with background information and guidelines.
• Event Rules
  
• Scorecards (MSWord or pdf) 
• Guidelines for Scoring

Resources for Organizers:

• • Contest Setup Instructions
  • Place Cards for Event Sections (11″ X 17″)
  • Supply List (with links to purchase equipment)— coming soon
  • Selecting a Local Study Site – Information to help choose a local range site to help participants prepare.

For questions, email range@uidaho.edu.