Photos by Linda Carfagno
Last summer, 160 supporters of Las Campanas Compadres gathered for the non-profit’s 10th anniversary Wild West Show fundraiser. Clyde the Buffalo, provided by local cowboy and saddle/ buckle maker Clint Mortenson, was present for guests to take photos with. Clint also performed trick shooting off the back of his horse and arranged for barrel racing. Other activities included trick riding, roping, line dancing and two-step instruction by Micki Lando Brown. The band Half Broke Horses played a blend of Honky Tonk and Americana, getting the dance floor started. Las Campanas’ chef provided a barbeque, while Sazon provided oeuvres. All in all, $40,000 was raised to benefit the good work of LCC. “We will use all moneys raised to carry on paying for equipment and paying our instructors for the swimming and
riding programs,” describes Suzanna. “We also hope to carry on helping families as much as we can. We have a fund called Helping Hands that I chair where we help if a family needs a little extra aid buying a piece of equipment or a wheelchair upgrade.” LCC will celebrate its 11th anniversary on July 13th by hosting another dinner fundraiser at The Club at Las Campanas’ equestrian facilities. “We hope to have an even bigger and better event this year. After all, it’s not our first rodeo!” quips Suzanna.
To learn more about the charity and upcoming fundraiser, visit lascampanascompadres.org.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
FineLifestyles SANTA FE & ALBUQUERQUE
33