Education

Education is huge to all of us at Tusa Show Cattle. When Jacob was in college, he worked for Lorna Pelton in College Station and helped out with her Pride Livestock camps in the summer. He realized how much help families needed with their projects. It was at these camps that Jacob met the Wilson family. Little did he know the impact this family would have on the future of Tusa Show Cattle. Dana Wilson was attending camp with her son, Charlie. She needed extra help because she couldn’t hear and Jacob spent extra time with her and Charlie - from that point forward, the Wilson’s became family. They have made a huge impact in all of our lives. Charlie Wilson passed away just before his high school graduation in April of 2008. He was a friend, like a brother and like a son to all of us. We dedicate all of our clinics and events in his memory. We will always continue to carry his spirit and legacy with us.

"It wasn't for the buckles, it wasn't for the ribbons; it was for all the friendships and character that I gained along the way."

— In memory of Charles W. Wilson III (1989-2008)

Clinics

Tusa Show Cattle offers Team Tusa Showmanship Clinics at various times during the year.
These are a half day clinic focusing strictly on showmanship skills for youth ages 8 and up.

2026 Tusa Show Cattle Fall Retreat

Fall Retreat is making a COMEBACK! What is the Fall Retreat? Fall Retreat is a show geared for current and past Tusa clients to enhance showmanship skills, offer hair care and feeding tips, leadership skills and FUN!

We are excited to announce that plans are underway for the Tusa Show Cattle Fall Retreat, set for November 14-15, 2026. This event will offer a weekend of hands-on education for both today’s youth and their parents. All participants will have the opportunity to learn more about key topics related to their show projects from well-known industry leaders and highly regarded academic professionals. Guest speakers will provide their insight on topics such as daily care, feeding and nutrition, showmanship, grooming/fitting, health maintenance, ethics, livestock evaluation, Texas Majors and more. We will be spending a great deal of time with the youth on showmanship.

The Retreat will feature a jackpot showmanship competition on Saturday as well as a separate showmanship competition on Sunday where division winners will receive SCHOLARSHIPS (top 3) & PRIZES (top 10). The Scholarship Showmanship Show will feature $10,000 in scholarships and prizes awarded in Memory of Charles W. Wilson III donated by Dana and Pete Wilson & CMWW Partners, Ltd. We will also be offering additional scholarships for retreat youth participants.

The event ticket includes three meals on Saturday and two meals on Sunday, plus a T-shirt, hoodie, and other materials. We will adjourn at approximately 2 p.m. on Sunday. ALL youth and adults must register to attend. Please note: Tusa client pricing applies to all current and past Tusa clients, including anyone who has purchased a calf or attended a clinic/retreat in the past. You may attend the retreat as a non-client at a higher rate, which is reflected in the "Non-client pricing" option. Please contact us directly with any questions.

This event is ALL ABOUT THE KIDS. All proceeds brought in from fees and sponsorships go directly back to the kids!

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2027 Summer Team Tusa Showmanship Clinics

Watch for more info coming soon on our summer showmanship clinics!

Showmanship Lessons

Tusa Show Cattle offers private showmanship lessons. Ingrid Tusa and Kalli Tusa are available for these lessons at a 30 minute or 60 minute fee. Please contact us for more information and availability!