CELEBRATING OVER 20 YEARS OF RICHER NEWS!
Volume 21 Issue 3
August 2018
Richer Gears Up for Biggest Rodeo Yet
For three days Richer will become rodeo central with the Richer Rough Stock Rodeo sixth consecutive event. This year’s rodeo which runs from August 10 to 12 is expected to be bigger and better than previous years. The Richer Rough Stock Rodeo attracts over 200 competitors in bull riding, tie-down roping, team roping, barrel racing, steer wrestling and saddle bronco annually. Four of the five years, they claimed the coveted the Heartland Rodeo Association’s title of “Rodeo of the Year”. Pat Stolwyk, with the Richer Community Club said that the Richer Rough Stock Rodeo has come a long way in six years and the secret to their success is the dedicated volunteers who step up to ensure its ongoing success and
growth. “Our volunteers are as passionate as they get,” Stolwyk praised. “Success keeps us motivated and we are still learning; we still have tons of ideas and we are still growing.” The Richer Rough Stock Rodeo has activities for the entire family; including a trade show with over 50 vendors unique to the area, kids’ activities and live music. New this year, thanks to the Farm Credit Canada and Caisse Financial Group, the Richer Community Club received a grant for a permanent rodeo arena and bucking chutes in the community park. The Richer Rough Stock Rodeo committee kicked in the remaining $24,000 needed to complete the project. Weekend events begin Friday at 11 am with to the 4-H “Horsin’
Around” for Crafts, Games, and Horsemanship. Bull-nanza takes place in the evening, followed by the Rodeo Cowboy Social. Saturday starts with a pancake breakfast and a parade. In the evening, enjoy a social with recording artist Jason Kirkness on the Main Stage. The trading post, petting zoo, Family Fun Zone, Reptile show, balloon creations, face painting, amateur arm wrestling and a mechanical bull for the brave few will be available both days. On Sunday, Cowboy Church is followed by Gymkhana. And of course, the main attaction of the weekend, Heartland Rodeo competition starting at 2 pm on both Saturday and Sunday.