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Shipton’s Big R in the Community
Rooted in the Community
Since 1949
Shipton’s Big R is locally owned and managed, influencing our efforts to stay rooted in the community that has supported us since 1949. Our commitment to our community forms the solid foundation from which we do business to this day.Throughout the year, we proudly host in-store events, sponsor local groups, contribute to local causes and of course, generously providing knowledge, expertise and exceptional customer service.
Shipton's Big R Blog
The Importance of Attitude
March 6, 2020
Attitude is everything! In the ring, in your daily chores, it can make your day productive, or make it crummy. Our friends at Weaver have shared this amazing article about the importance of attitude in your show life. Please give it a read!
M.A.T.E. Show 2020
February 23, 2020
Another year, another M.A.T.E. show is in the books! Every year at the MetraPark in Billings, we take out booth space in the Expo building and set up a fantastic presentation of vendors, supplies and products that help the farmer, rancher or hobby farmer to have a successful year doing whatever you do! 
MATE booth 2020
We always have incredible pre-season booking offers on twine and wood pellets, animal feed and more. Our wonderful reps that help us with our booth are a wealth of knowledge and everyone that comes to see the newest in cattle handling equipment, or bovine nutrition always leave with more wisdom than they had.
Since winter has been relatively mild this year (at least in the Billings area) we are all hoping the spring rains provide us with a good moisture so that our crops and hay will grow. For people that supplement their cattle or horses with grain, we will have plenty of feed on hand in our stores this coming year in case hay fields don't produce a high volume.
The newest and greatest in cattle handling systems this year was impressive! These top of the line hydraulic squeeze chutes from Powder River and Tarter will absolutely make your cattle management go quiet and smoothly.
Powder Rivers hydraulic squeeze chute
Tarter's fancy hydraulic squeeze chute
Our calf tables and warmers also made an appearance at M.A.T.E. this year. These two pieces of equipment can be an essential part of a successful calving season.
Powder River Calf Table
Calf Warmer
Our new product line of automatic livestock waters made an appearance at this years M.A.T.E. show too! These reliable livestock water systems from Miraco will make watering your livestock hassle free.
We've always been known as the place to pick up ear tags, and this year was no exception. If you have a critter that needs to be tagged, we have what you need to get the job done with reliable brands you can count on.
Ear Tags
Wildology is a staple at all of our trade shows. This brand of dog and cat food is one of the best and most affordable pet foods you can give your furry best friends. With different formulas to best fit your pups activity level, the Wildology brand will not disappoint.
Wildology Pet Food
If you are interested in all the promotions we do, please come see us at the M.A.T.E. Trade show next year! We'd love to sit down and chat with you about how we can serve your ranching needs.
M.A.T.E. Booth with Clint
And last but certainly not least...we love giveaways! This year we gave away $150 Shipton's Big R gift card for people that came to see us at our booth! Congrats to this gentleman who won!
MATE winner!
Red Lodge Skin Tickets Winners
February 4, 2020
We are proud to announce the winners of our Red Lodge Ski Tickets contest! We hope you have a fabulous time on the mountain!
Big R Sheridan Winner!
Big R Heights Winner!
Our Community Partners
We believe actions speak louder than words which is why we have and will always support our great community with new ideas and creative solutions. Here are just a few of the organizations we proudly support.Your 2020 Sponsor
UBRC
The UBRC is a fresh barrel racing experience in a professional environment.
It allows barrel racers from all levels to compete for cash & prizes whether you are seasoning a colt or fine tuning one.
The UBRC strives to help horses and jockeys get to their peak performance.
It allows barrel racers from all levels to compete for cash & prizes whether you are seasoning a colt or fine tuning one.
The UBRC strives to help horses and jockeys get to their peak performance.
4H
Billings Mustangs
Ducks Unlimited
FFA
Friends of NRA
Nile
Pheasants Forever
Pro Bull Riders
Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation
Billings Chamber of Commerce
Chase Hawks Rodeo
Miss Rodeo Montana
NRA Rodeo Finals
Red Lodge RodeoSheridan County FairSheridan County Rodeo
Sheridan Wyoming Rodeo
Wrangler Team Roping
Young Life
More Resources
USDA Plants Poisonous to Livestock in the Western States
Please click on this link to learn about all of the poisonous plants that can harm your livestock.
Merck Animal Health
Merck Animal Health is dedicated to preserving and improving the health, well-being and performance of animals through science.
Nutrena Knowledge Center
Neutron Knowledge Center provides you with the most comprehensive information available about animal nutrition.