10/27/2026
Although rodeo season may be over, the work behind the scenes continues year-round!
This year, four of our directors attended the CPRA Conference in Edmonton during CFR, joining other professional rodeos to share ideas, discuss challenges, and explore opportunities for growth. Through industry discussions, guest speakers, and a panel featuring MLA Jason Nixon, Zane Garstad, Director of the Sheridan Wyoming Rodeo, and Tim Lewis, Director of Manitoba’s only professional rodeo, we gained valuable insight into improving the experience for both contestants and spectators. Throughout the conference, valuable conversations focused on strengthening our rodeos, supporting our volunteers, and keeping our communities connected to the sport we all care about.
Three of our directors also attended the APCCA AGM, where Rocky Pro Rodeo was honoured with the Fairboard of the Year Award. This award recognizes a board that demonstrates exceptional support for chariot and chuckwagon racing through its commitment to safe, well-maintained grounds, a positive environment, and the continued growth of the sport. It is an absolute honour to be recognized by the association, and we are incredibly grateful for this acknowledgement.
These opportunities remind us that when the rodeo ends, our work doesn’t. Behind the scenes, we have a dedicated group of volunteers working year-round to learn, improve, and make each year better than the last. Our goal is to continue putting on a great show for our contestants while creating an event our community can be proud of.
To our volunteers, members, and community, thank you for being such an important part of Rocky Pro Rodeo. We couldn’t do it without you! 🤠
Directors featured at the CPRA conference
President - Crystal D Wylhuizen
rodeo chairman- Brianna Kantor
Wagon chairman- Stephanie Closs
Marketing & Advertising- Tyja Kostynuk
Directors featured at the APCCA AGM
Wagon chairman- Stephanie Closs
Grounds- Brandon Henry Louis Coutu
Past president- Shane Closs
Fairboard award presented by APCCA president Dwayne Dubuc
Featured photos with the chariot winner of the 2026 Rocky pro rodeo, Brett Dubuc
Chuckwagon winner, Tracey Scott
See Dwayne’s speech in the comments
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APCCA CAMPSITE
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