Sara Shields, Custer County CattleWomen

Sara Shields is a third-generation rancher from Westcliffe, Colorado, whose family has operated the historic San Isabel Ranch since 1872. A graduate of Colorado State University with degrees in Equine Science and Beef Industry Leadership, Sara has dedicated her career to advancing Colorado agriculture through education, conservation, and youth development. She has worked with the Nebraska Cattlemen’s Association, serves on the Colorado Cattlemen’s Agricultural Land Trust board, and has long supported events like the Colorado State Fair and National Western Stock Show.

Sara helped launch the Colorado Beef Ambassador program to teach youth effective beef promotion skills and continues to mentor young producers while actively supporting her local community as a pastor’s wife and member of the Custer County CattleWomen.

Please join us in congratulating Sara Shields as CCW’s 2025 CattleWoman of the Year!

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