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The Ellensburg Rodeo Posse

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PosseThe Ellensburg Rodeo Posse is an active promoter of the Ellensburg Rodeo. The ‘Posse’ and its roughly 50 members travel the State of Washington to promote the Ellensburg Rodeo and the City of Ellensburg. The Posse has had a long history, beginning in 1939. Throughout the years the Posse has been active in youth horse shows, community events and the Ellensburg Rodeo. The Posse also acts as the escorts to the Rodeo Royal Court.

The Posse is a very distinctive group. Currently the Posse rides Sorrel colored horses, all of which are outfitted with a brilliant yellow colored bridle and breast strap. The riders all wear bright yellow shirts and silver belly colored hats. Outfits like these can be seen for some distance, even at night.

The Ellensburg Rodeo is one of the finest rodeos in existence. The Ellensburg Rodeo Posse actively participates in that event, riding during each of the grand entries and participating in events such as the hill race, relay race and the diner bell race during the rodeo.The Ellensburg Rodeo Posse invites all to come and visit with us at the Ellensburg Rodeo or any one of the parades in which we participate

Ellensburg Rodeo Posse Youth Show

The Ellensburg Rodeo Posse will be sponsoring a Youth Show in 2010. This show will take place on June 13th. Registration forms are available at several stores in Ellensburg and Cle Elum, beginning two weeks prior to the show. Contestants must be Kittitas County residents.

 

 

 

Ellensburg Rodeo Posse Junior Rodeo

The Junior Rodeo will be held on August 14, 2010. Contestants must be Kittitas County Residents. Registration begins July 26, 2010 and registration forms are available at Ranch and Home, located on Main street in Ellensburg. The deadline for registration is August 9, 2010 at 4 pm. No late registrations will be accepted. Space is limited and only Kittitas County residents are eligible.

There will be concessions behind the grand stands. Spectators are welcome.

2010 Posse Calendar of Events

March 14 Intro. of Proposed New Members
March 26 Elma Rodeo
March 27 Elma Rodeo
March 28 Elma Rodeo
April 11 First Tuesday Night Turnout
April 19 Saturday Ride in Bloom Pavilion
April 19 Potluck in the Taneum Room
May 1 Apple Blossom Parade, Wenatchee
May 15 Lilac Festival, Spokane
May 29 Memorial Day Parade, Easton
June 13 Posse Youth Show, Rodeo Arena
June 19 Posse Poker Ride, Joe Watt Canyon
July 3 Pioneer Days Parade, Cle Elum
July 11 Posse Youth Show, Rodeo Arena
July 17 Lake Fair Parade, Olympia
July 31 Seafair Parade, Seattle
August 14 Junior Rodeo, Kittitas County Fair Grounds, Ellensburg
September 3 -
September 6
Ellensburg Rodeo
September 5 Ellensburg Parade

For a more detailed schedule please visit
www.ellensburgrodeoposse.com

Ellensburg Rodeo Posse Scholarship

The Ellensburg Rodeo Posse has established a scholarship(s) for post secondary education and/or vocational training for selected high school graduates(s) from Kittitas County. Each scholaship amount and the selection of candidates will be made by the Scholarship Committee of the Posse and approved by the Board of Officers.

Criteria for selection:

Each student:
a. Must be a graduating senior enrolled full-time in a Kittitas County High School.
b. Must exhibit excellent character and high morals. The candidate must show involvements in community service that are outside of the high school environment.
c. Must have no record of arrest.
d. Must complete an application, a letter of application, and have two recommendations from an educator that is familiar with the student's school and community activities.

Kittitas County High Schools have been provided applications and criteria for this scholarship process.

 

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