July 9th, 2008 -
Congratulations to Renny and Dawn Stones, who are now Grandparents to Cody Ryan Middaugh, born July 9th at 12:50pm. Our congratulations as well to proud parents Becky Stones and Ryan Middaugh; we look forward to seeing CR Middaugh Bull Riding at an ORA Rodeo in the near future!
June 19th, 2008 -
1. At the June 11th Teleconference, the Board of Directors approved Rawhide Rodeo Company’s bid to Produce the Ontario Finals Rodeo.
There will be several updates as the 2008 OFR draws near, however, the ORA Board of Directors is excited to announce the following preliminary details:
The 2008 Ontario Finals Rodeo (OFR) will be held September 19th through 21st, 2008 at the Stratford Fairgrounds in conjunction with the 167th Stratford Fall Fair.
The Top 7 from the Standard Events and Breakaway Roping and Top 5 in the Optional Events will compete for their share of the Purse, currently projected to exceed $35,000!
Keep posted to www.ontariorodeoassoc.com for more info.
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2. At the Awards Ceremony in Erin, ON, the following prestigious Memorial Awards were presented to the Elite from 2007
Anthony Stickwood: Josiah Clingen (Most improved Jr. Steer Rider)
Mack Lee: Rod Weese (Most improved Steer Wreslter)
Lorna Aylett: Nancy Vaal (Cowgirl most representative of the Sport)
Mick Flick: Joe Scully (Cowboy most representative of the Sport)
June 4th, 2008 -
1. A Bar K Rodeo has just informed the ORA that Petrolia Rodeo has unfortunately been cancelled.
2. Some members posed questions regarding the ORA Board of Director’s approval of a select number of Rodeos with an Entry Fee higher than 10% of the Added Prize Money.
The Board of Directors stands by it’s decision to approve the Rodeos as presented, citing,
“RULE I – OFFICIAL RODEO RULES
ARTICLE III – ENTRY FEES
1. Entry Fees will be subject to the approval of the Board of Directors.”
3. The 2007 Ontario Rodeo Association Year-end Championship and Special Recognition Awards will be Presented Saturday, June 7th, 2008 during the big After-Rodeo Steak Barbeque at the Erin Rodeo. The ORA invites everyone to join us in recognizing the Province’s Elite from ’07. Tickets are available at the door, and the awards presentation will take place at approximately 7:45pm. All 14 Event Champions will be receiving complimentary dinner tickets for themselves and their guest to the Barbeque, courtesy of the Ontario Rodeo Association.
4. With the Awards taking place this weekend, we respectfully request that all 2007 ORA Members submit their nominations for the Lorna Aylett and Mick Flick Awards. Please send an e-mail to ontariorodeo@sentex.net prior to Friday, June 6th, 2008 at 5pm including your name, the person you are nominating and the reason that you believe that He and/or She is most deserving of receiving the award for being the Cowboy or Cowgirl who have most represented the Sport of Rodeo during the 2007 Season.
5. ORA Secretary, Nancy Vaal will be contacting all of the 2007 ORA Junior Steer Riders for their votes for the Anthony Stickwood Award, presented to the most improved Junior Steer Rider of 2007.
6. ORA President, Ed DeWetering will be contacting all of the 2007 ORA Steer Wrestlers for their votes for the Mack Lee Memorial Award, presented to the most improved Steer Wrestler of 2007.
7. Manitoulin Island is even Bigger…when it comes to Rodeo!
The ORA Board of Directors unanimously approved A Bar K Rodeo’s Application for Approval to make Manitoulin a 2-Rodeo-Rodeo.
May 22nd, 2008 - Bronc Riding Buck-out!
Get your riggings set, your saddles dusted off, and your competitive edge on!
A Bar K Rodeo is having a Buck-out for Bareback Bronc Riders and Saddle Bronc Riders this Sunday, May 25th at noon at the A Bar K Rodeo Ranch in Holstein, ON.
Warm-up, prepare and practice for the 2008 Rodeo Season!
For more directions, visit them online at www.abarkrodeo.com or call 519-334-4016 for more info.
May 18th, 2008 - ENTRY INFO NOW POSTED! Click Here
April 8th, 2008 - Save The Sport Of Rodeo
Click on the image below for your support
March 30th, 2008 - Memberships are due May 1st for renewals, all memberships/outstanding fines can now be paid by credit card.
March 20th, 2008 -
March 17th, 2008 - Ed DeWetering will be having a Steer Wrestling clinic on April 26 & 27,2008.
For more information please contact Ed at 519-234-6130
March 3rd, 2008 - Wayne West passed away early Sunday morning. Wayne
had been battling brain cancer. There will be a
memorial for Wayne at the Mill Run Golf course in
Siloam (near Goodwood and Uxbridge) on Wed. @ 1:30.
February 7th, 2008 - NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Date: Saturday March 8, 2008
Place: Best Western (Formally the Ramada Inn and Conference Centre)
Address: 161 Chisholm Drive, Milton, Ontario
Time: 10:00am
February 4th, 2008 - If anyone is interested in taking over the Cowboy Crisis Fund please contact
Claire Hester – frankenface@hotmail.com or
Chelsey DiBattista – chelsterbuns@hotmail.com
January 28th, 2008 - The ORA is saddened by the news of another loss of a Rodeo Family Member.
With deepest sorrows we pass on word that George Egerton recently passed away in his sleep.
A staple at several Rodeos, he will be remembered for his love of horses, barrel racing and Rodeo. At home, he was a fixture in his community, and served for many years on his local Fire department.
January 2nd, 2008 - It is with the deepest regrets that we inform you of the passing of Former Ontario Rodeo Association President and Lifetime Member of the ORA and the RAO, Terry Dunk, last night at the Campbellford Hospital.
Terry Dunk was admired and respected by all those who knew him. Many past, current, and up-and-coming ropers have heard words of encouragement numerous times from the rodeo legend, while a majority also shared the priviledge of roping off of one of his mounts, spending time at his Lazy D Ranch, or even roping with the man himself.
Anyone that has been involved in the Sport of Rodeo here in this Province has benefited from his passion for the sport, his dedication towards its growth, and his exceedingly active role in promoting Rodeos and Ropings.
We extend our deepest sympathies to the Dunk Family, and mourn the loss of one of Rodeo's Legends.
The Family has requested donations in lieu of flowers be addressed to the London St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation, Neo-Natal Unit, or Campbellford Memorial Hospital Foundation.
December 21st, 2007 - Sad News this morning as word was received that Mr. Bill Hill passed away on the morning of December 20th as a result of a heart attack. A very familiar face at Rodeos, Mr. Hill was constantly under an awning sharing a story before and after each performance and slack; and arena side to support his son Jeff Hill Tiedown Roping, along with every other contestant. He was also renown around the Barrel Racing world for his accomplishments and championships with his legendary American Quarter Horse Association stallion, Oily Pete. Our condolences go out to the Hill Family, and Bill will remain in our thoughts and prayers.
November 28th, 2007 - It is with great sympathy that I wish to inform you of the passing of Cooper Grant Cahill.
Donations can be made in Cooper's name to St. Joseph's Health Care, London, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
