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Smoky Lake Stampede Celebrates 40th Anniversary
Smoky Lake Stampede Celebrates 40th Anniversary
Michelle Pinon - News Advertiser
Unprecedented crowds and perfect weather proved to be an unbeatable combination to make the 40th anniversary of the Smoky Lake Stampede a very memorable one for fans and organizers alike.
Stampede President Geoff Montgomery said, “The weather was fantastic and the attendance was very high.” According to preliminary estimates there were well over 800 people in attendance for the Saturday afternoon performance with a slightly smaller crowd on Sunday.
Montgomery said the event was “absolutely great” and applauded the efforts of fellow team members who worked together to make it a really enjoyable event. He added that the overall success of the Heritage Days weekend is a testament to the community, and the great clubs and organizations involved.
Montgomery was happy that longtime member Hank Holowaychuk handed out the buckles to the winners after the Sunday afternoon performance.
He noted that the Kinette Club of Smoky Lake held a very successful fundraiser hosting beer gardens, barbecue and fireworks show.
H.A. Kostash School’s 2024 grad class hosted a very successful steak supper Saturday evening with a sell-out crowd of around 400 people on hand to enjoy all the fixings and dessert.
The Stampede is one of several events hosted by the Smoky Lake Riding Club. Montgomery said the club hosts barrel racing clinics and riding events at the grounds throughout the year with the Harvest Hustle coming up during the month of September.
