Everyone Invited to the Annual Fall Métis Rendezvous
The annual Richer Métis Fall Rendezvous will take place on Sunday, September 14 from 11 am - 3 pm at the Dawson Trail
Park.
Organized by the Richer Métis local, guests will be treated to live music and entertainment with Gilles Crevier, Tom Dutiaume, Janessa Roy and the IFMD Dancers!
Additionally, there will be a teepee setup demonstration, wagon rides, crafts market, face painting, kids’ activities and games!
The MMF Citizenship bus will also be onsite.
Whether you are Métis or just want to experience the sounds, sites and tastes of Métis culture,
you are invited!
Enjoy a traditional Métis meal (available to purchase).
Gate admission is free! Everyone welcome!
Unexpected “Hot” Holiday
Over the long weekend, a Winnipeg couple managed to escape unharmed, along with their dog, following a fire which destroyed their RV shortly after filling it up at a gas station.
According to Richer Fire Department members, the travelers had just pulled away from the fuel pump when the engine stalled and the RV coasted to a stop. Seconds later the vehicle burst into flames in the Richer Esso parking lot.
While the fire consumed the entire vehicle, fire fighters were able to contain the fire so it did not spread to other vehicles and the fuel pumps nearby.
The couple were on their way back to Winnipeg when the incident happened, added a fire fighter on scene.
RCMP also attended the scene.
Discover Our Past.
Dawson Trail Museum
Celebrating Our Past.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the vendors who participated at our summer markets and the visitors for stopping by to purchase special items and to take the time to visit the museum. Thank you Patricia McPherson for organizing the summer markets.
Thanks to the Green Team and the MMF for the two summer students, Maverick Noel and Isaac Bowman. Many tasks were accomplished during the eight week period.
Coming Soon:
Art & Heritage Online Auction Preview and Pre-registration on October 12th, 2025 and Auction Bidding Starts October 20th, 2025. This is a Fundraiser for the Musée Dawson Trail Museum. Look for more details next month.
Our AGM will be held on Saturday, October 18th at the museum at 1 pm.. Come and take part in the year’s accomplishment and check out the plan for 2026. More to come next month.
Manitoba Gospel Jamboree
Finds Home in Richer
The Manitoba Gospel Jamboree took place under the Premier Tech Multiplex on August 23 bringing dozens of entertainers from both Manitoba and further afield together to harmonize on stage. The event, which is celebrating almost 40 years, moved from Beausejour to Richer.
Guests were also served a delicious BBQ chicken dinner to round off the all-day event.
Richer Rodeo Draws More Than 10,000 Guests, Strengthening Its Place as a Premier Community Event
The Richer Rodeo has once again proven itself as one of eastern Manitoba’s largest community events, surpassing 10,000 guests during its recent three-day run.
Since its debut in 2013, the rodeo has grown steadily, evolving into a full weekend packed with rodeo competition and country fair-style attractions. Organizers say the event has become a highlight of the year for families across the region.
Patrick Stolwyk, President of the Richer Rough Stock Rodeo Committee, said the strong attendance reflects both community pride and the welcoming spirit of volunteers.
“I am absolutely stunned and humbled by our attendance
Photos by Mark Bilash
and the people I meet,” Stolwyk said. “Time and time again after having conversations with the patrons that attend our Rodeo almost always parents, aunt’s, uncles, grandma‘s, grandpa‘s, brothers and sisters. They all tell me that it’s a family affair. And I always get the response about how warm and welcoming our volunteers are.”
He noted that the rodeo’s success is also tied to widespread support from businesses across the southeast.
For Stolwyk, the real reward comes from the atmosphere created during the weekend.
“Like I try to tell everybody, just take one minute to actually look around—don’t say a word—and watch the people and the smiles on their faces and the smile on the children’s faces. That tells me that all the hard work and preparation for a three-day event is worth it.”
Stolwyk expressed gratitude to everyone who contributed. “I would just like to thank all the volunteers and all the sponsors
“Some of the conversations go into they can’t believe the response from all the business owners and not just in our community, but in the south east,” he explained.
and all the people that came out and were part of our community for three days. I am forever grateful.”
With attendance growing each year, Stolwyk said rodeo committee members are now considering ways to improve infrastructure to handle the influx of spectators. The plan to work with both the Richer Community Club who owns the Dawson Trail Park and the Richer Recreation Committee who manages all events and programming within the park.
Crib Club Corner
2025 Season
Richer’s Crib Club meets at the Young at Hearts Hall regularly.
The Richer Crib Club met on Tuesday, August 12th, for the final tournament of the summer, and we had an awesome group in attendance! Our winners were Roger Chenier in first, Virginia Maven (a newcomer) in second and Mike Pelletier in third. Helene Sabot and Rick Betts took the dimes for fourth place and Gerry Sabot got the Booby prize. The two 50/50 winners were Judy Burnell and Paul Saindon. Congratulations to all our winners! The 24/25 season starts on Tuesday, September 9th, at 7 p.m. and we are counting on seeing you all there! We will be playing every two weeks until April/26 so mark your calendars. Entry fees are still only $5, no partner required and coffee, snacks and laughs are always free! See you there!
MARK YOUR
CALENDAR!
Museum Meeting
The Dawson Trail Museum will resume with their monthly meeting on Tuesday, September 9th at 7 pm at the museum. Everyone is welcome.
$5 admission, no partner required. Free coffee & snacks.
2025 Dates for Cribbage Sept 9, 23, Nov 4, 18, Dec 2, 16
2nd Tuesday of the month
Starts at 7pm
EnRicher deadline:
Monday, September 29
is the deadline for the October 2025 edition submissions.
Richer Community Club & Richer Recreation Committee meetings... Wednesday, Sept 10, 7:30 pm at the Richer Young at Hearts Hall.
Métis Fall Rendezvous
Sunday, September 14 from 11 am - 3 pm at the Dawson Trail Park. Live Music and entertainment with Gilles Crevier, Tom Dutiaume, Janessa Roy and the IFMD Dancers! Teepee setup demonstration, MMF Citizenship bus, Wagon rides, crafts market, face painting, kids’ activities and games! Enjoy a Traditional Métis meal (available to purchase). Free gate admission! Everyone welcome! Brought to you by the Richer Métis Local.
Fall/Winter Active 55+
Tuesdays from 6 pm to 9 pm at the Richer School starting Sept 16. Pickleball, bean bag toss and ladderball. Also yoga ( 6 pm - 6:45 pm) and strength training (7 pm - 8 pm) starting Nov 4! Activities are FREE!
SPMF
BINGO
at the Richer Young at Hearts Hall
Dinner & Dance
The next Richer Young At Hearts Dinner and Dance is on Saturday, September 20 with music by Gemstars. Doors open at 4:30 pm, Dinner is at 6 pm with dancing after dinner until 11 pm. Tickets are $30, available from Ron at 431-275-0874.
Chase the Ace
On Saturdays, at the Richer Inn. Fundraiser for the Richer Community Club! Tickets sold only between 5 to 7:45 pm and draw is at 8:15 pm. Tickets $1 each.
Heartfelt Lunches
For 55+ every 4th Wednesday from 11 am to 1 pm at the Richer Young at Hearts Hall. Only $10 suggested donation.