Category Archives: Organization

Information specific to the organization itself.

News & Updates, Organization

Some gone, none forgotten

Some of the original members of the WWA. From left to right: Don Zavislan, Duane Gilbert, AC Parsons, Jurgen Schulz
Some of the original members of the WWA. From left to right: Don Zavislan, Duane Gilbert, AC Parsons, Jurgen Schulz

Part of the World Watusi Association Board of Directors in the 1990s.  From left to right:

Don Zavislan, one of the foremost breeders of Watusi cattle.  Don’s contribution to the breed and the Association can never be measured.   He is gone, but not forgotten.

Duane Gilbert (looking like a kid), has served in many positions for the Association including President.  Duane is presently on the Board of Directors.  Duane and his wife own and operate Bar G Ranch in Castle Dale, Utah.

AC Parsons owned and operated Texas Safari a large drive thru park.  AC raised many quality Foundation pure animals including TS Cody.  He is gone, but not forgotten.

Jurgen Schulz, whose grandfather and father are responsible for the original animals being exported from Africa.  Jurgen owned and operated Catskill Game Farm, famous for its contribution to the watusi breed.  Jurgen and his wife presently split their time between Texas and Costa Rica.

Events, Organization

Showmanship at the Colorado State Fair, 2012

Events, Miscellaneous, Organization

Get Well Wishes

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Angela Base, long time member of the WWA and wife of WWA President, Vernon Base, has just recently had surgery.  We hope that we can all extend our warmest wishes to them for her speedy and safe recovery.  If anyone wants to send a card or note they can be reached at Coon Creek Buffalo, 1133 North Alamo Road, Newton, Kansas 67114.

Events, Miscellaneous, Organization

Lolli Bros. Exotic Sale

Spring is one the way, or at least that is what they keep telling us.  Regardless of the weather the Spring Sale at Lolli Bros. Exotics in Macon Missouri will be held from April 10 through April 12, 2013.  Watusi cattle will sell on Thursday, April 11 after the buffalo sale in the morning.  Here is an opportunity to purchase a variety of animals and meet with other watusi enthusiasts.

The World Watusi Association has reserved room at the Pizza Hut, 2004 North Missouri Street, Macon, on the 10th of April from 6:30 p.m. on for the WWA Spring Social Get Together.  Although no formal meeting is planned watusi lovers will exchange their stories and information prior to the sale on Thursday morning.  We hope to see you all there.

Events, Miscellaneous, Organization

Reminders

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Hi everyone.  As we all look excitedly towards the change of seasons we should mark our calendars with our coming watusi events.

Watusi are sold at a number of different venues, including exotic animal sales all over the country.  The largest of these that usually carries the largest number of animals is the Lolli Bros Exotic Sale held in Macon, Missouri.  The Watusi will sell on Thursday, April 11, 2013.  Plan to attend early.  For more information go to http://lollibros.com/ExoticSales/tabid/55/Default.aspx.

Keep in mind that summer and fall will bring shows, such as the Kansas State Fair and Colorado State Fair.  It is never too early to start deciding who you want to show off.

Also remember that we elect 3 members to our Board of Directors each year.  If you are interested or know of someone else who might be interested in running, feel free to contact the office, our Secretary (Pam Jackson) or any board member for further information.

Events, Miscellaneous, Organization

Annual Memberships Due January 1, 2013

This is a reminder to all of our Annual Members that our Membership period runs from January 1 through December 31. Your 2012 membership will expire permanently on March 1, 2013 if renewal has not been received.

Your membership fee should be forwarded to Robin at the World Watusi Association office, P. O. Box 2610, Glen Rose, TX 76043. This is also a great time to notify us of any changes you might have in your address, phone contacts and web information.

Articles

Watusi For Beginners and from the beginning

Editor’s note: This article originally appeared in 1996 in Watusi World but has been preserved in it’s original form as it is still so informative. 

By: Marlin Neidhardt

A brief overview of the beginning of Watusi cattle in America and cattle husbandry. Written by a layman, for a layman.

Watusi, “The Cattle of Kings”, invoke a special feeling in the hearts of those they touch. So, if you see these magnificent, huge horned cattle and they stir a magic feeling in your soul – it is something special to nurture and enjoy.

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Articles

A Short History of Watusi Cattle

Over 8,000 years ago humans first domesticated Aurochs, the wild ancestor of the numerous breeds of cattle that have played such an important role in human development. In the thousands of years after this first momentous event, humans have bred herds of domesticated animals for use as transportation, companions, protection, clothing and food. In these domesticated groups individual animals exhibiting certain characteristics were selected by the herdmaster and bred to each other. The resulting generations ultimately created the hundreds of breeds of cattle presently known to man. The Aurochs themselves became extinct prior to 1627, but their legacy lives on.

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