Lorna Hamilton

Reporter

Get ready for an exhilarating week of family fun as the Meadow Lake Stampede Association gears up to host the 100th Anniversary of Rodeo. This action-packed event promises a thrilling lineup of activities, including 4-H exhibits, rodeo competitions, chuckwagon races, Indian relay races, and much more. Make sure to mark your calendars and share the news with family and friends because you won’t want to miss this incredible celebration!

Scheduled to take place in Meadow Lake, the festivities will span a week, providing non-stop entertainment for visitors of all ages.

The excitement kicks off on June 5 at 7 p.m. with the Western Parade- Themed “A Century of Memories”, presented by the M.L. & District Chamber of Commerce. To participate in the parade, interested parties can stop by the ML Library at 320 Centre St. or call 306-236-5396. Participants will have a chance to win prizes in various categories, including Best Business Entry, Best Horse Entry, Best Automobile Entry, Best Non-Profit Entry, Best Youth Organization Entry, and the prestigious Best of Parade Overall award.

The following day, June 6, will see the District 36-4H Show and Sale taking place throughout the day. This event will showcase the talents and skills of young participants in the 4-H program.

On Wednesday, June 7, attendees can indulge in the New Stampede Grounds Fundraising Dinner at the PineRidge Ford Place Arena. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m., followed by supper at 6:30 p.m. Tickets for the dinner are priced at $50 each, and limited VIP Tables for eight are available at $800. The evening will be graced by the presence of renowned figures such as Melvin

Colman, Buddy Bensmiller, Shane Franklin, Vern Nolin, Cody Coverchuk, Logan Gorst, Nikki Ouellette, and Linda Nadon.

The adrenaline-filled action continues on June 8 with the Eagle Creek GM-presented Mayhem in Meadow Lake Bullarama. Sanctioned by Bull Riders Canada, this event will feature 25 of the best bull riders from Western Canada, showcasing their skills and bravery.

For an authentic chuckwagon racing experience, don’t miss the Percy Derocher Memorial Chuckwagons, presented by Flying Dust First Nation. Sanctioned by the CPCA Chuckwagon Association, this event will showcase Western Canada’s top wagon drivers and outriders. The races will be held on June 9, June 10, and June 11, providing thrilling moments for the audience.

Meadow Lake Ram will present the Corral Events Rodeo Action on June 9 and

June 10. This exciting showcase will feature the best-of-the-best riders and ropers from Saskatchewan and Alberta. Spectators can look forward to witnessing a range of exhilarating events, including bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, bull riding, steer wrestling, tie-down roping, team roping, ladies’ barrel racing, ladies’ breakaway roping, Jr. breakaway roping, novice horse riding, novice bull riding, local ladies’ barrel racing, and more. On Friday, there will be additional events, including local mutton bustin’, local calf riding, and local steer riding. Also, on June 10 attendees will have the opportunity to kick up their heels from 9:30 p.m. – 2 a.m. at the Meadow Lake Civic Centre during the Stampede Dance. For more information on admission rates and times you can check out the ad below or visit their Facebook page https://www. facebook.com/MeadowLakeIndoorRodeo/ for the complete poster.

Saturday, May 27 8:30am - 2:00PM

Monday, June 5 @ 7:00 pm

WESTERN PARADE

Tuesday, June 6 @ all day

DISTRICT 36-4H SHOW & SALE

Wednesday, June 7 @ 5:30 pm

New Stampede Grounds

FUNDRAISING DINNER

Featuring: Melvin Coleman, Buddy Bensmiller, Shane Franklin, Vern Nolin, Cody Coverchuk, Logan Gorst, Nikki Ouellette, Linda Nadon

Thursday, June 8 @ 7:00 pm

BullRiders Canada

BULLARAMA

Admission: $15

Friday, June 9

CPCA Chuckwagons @ 5:15 pm

LRA Rodeo @ 7:30 pm

Admission: $25

Saturday, June 10

CPCA Chuckwagons @ 4:15 pm

LRA Rodeo @ 7:00 pm

Admission: $25

Stampede Dance @ 9:30 pm

CPCA Chuckwagons @ 1:15 pm

Indian Relay Races to follow

Admission: $15 50/50 Draws

Beer Gardens

Food Concession

Giant Video Screen And much, much more!

For more information contact Leighton Wood at (306) 236-8559 or Terry Villeneuve at (306) 304-8339

Shop Early

STARTS AT8:30A.M.

TO ATTEND!

JUNE 10 & 11, 2023

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Lorna Hamilton

Reporter