Thunder Mountain Pro Rodeo

06/09/2026

Set your alarms -- rodeo tix drop at 10:00AM on Monday, June 29!

Wanna hang with Clay on Wednesday, July 22? Tix are on sale now with Cookin' Country 105.5, KUKN , or in person at Bob's Sporting Goods!

06/06/2026

Are you ready for the most exciting three nights in Cowlitz County? Thunder Mountain Pro Rodeo returns this July 23, 24, 25, 2026 at the Grandstand Arena. Tickets are on sale soon -- are you signed up to learn more?

05/28/2026

Throughout the years, our specialty acts, rodeo clowns, and barrelmen have been delighting audiences during rodeo time. From Troy Lerwill to JJ Harrison, from The Kiesner Family to Kevin Higley, and from Kyle Bode to our beloved Haley Proctor -- the fun, sights, and memories NEVER STOP during Rodeo time.

Have you been to the show? Who was your favorite specialty act?

05/22/2026

05/13/2026

Experience thrilling rodeo action at Cowlitz County Fairgrounds. Learn about events, sponsorships, and get early access to tickets. Don't miss out!

05/02/2026

Sharing for those that knew and loved Ron. He was part of the heart and soul that brought the Thunder Mountain Pro Rodeo to all of our contestants and fans, we'll miss him tremendously.

05/02/2026

As the Lewis County Rodeo Queen, I had the opportunity to attend the Grays Harbor Mounted Posse Rodeo in Elma, Washington. This was the first Rodeo of the NPRA season! My horse Ellie and I had a great time attending. It was a very fun Rodeo and I got the chance to meet some other lovely royalty as well.

sincerely,

Your 2025 to 2026 Lewis County Rodeo Queen Kylee

04/28/2026

Have you ever noticed at rodeo that there are A LOT of folks that keep our event running smoothly? The volunteers that work on the bucking chutes ready our animals with their flanks, halters, (sometimes) saddles, and other gear to ensure they're ready for their 8-second close-up.

When finished, and after they've been delivered back to the stripping chutes by our Pickup Men, a different set of volunteers then works to "strip" the animal of their gear, and give them a visual inspection before they get to head off to relax for the evening.

Have you ever worked this job? WOULD YOU work this job? Let us know and show some love for our volunteers!

04/24/2026

Do you remember the first time you came to the rodeo?

The sights, the smells, the energy -- all wrapped up into an evening of sharing fries and a lemonade until you eventually fall asleep on the bench and are carried back to the car.

Sigh...hang on y'all, we're almost there. 🐎🤠

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