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march 2024 Newsletter
This reminder to members includes the following:
- Deadlines
- Turnouts
- Entry Reminders
- Executive Meeting Chair Report
- Upcoming Rodeo Dates
- Sponsor Programs
Any questions or concerns? Contact Pam Golden, Provincial Secretary at ahsraoffice@gmail.com or 780-305-9640.
Deadlines
April 1st – Raffle Ticket Deadline
All raffle tickets and money must be turned in to your district raffle coordinator. Any member who does not deliver or have their tickets postmarked by April 1 of the competition year will:
- Not be eligible for any Provincial finals
- Not be considered a member in good standing
- Be ineligible for any scholarship monies for that year
- Not able to enter any further AHSRA rodeos, until tickets are turned in
- Be placed on the blacklist until tickets are dealt with. Once the member hands in a completely sold book with payment he/she shall return to good standing, will be able to enter rodeos, and will be taken off the blacklist.
See details on our website under Raffle Info for Members.
Contact your raffle coordinator if you have any questions:
D1 – Brandi Bandy, bandyhome@gmail.com 306-330-0549
D1 – Heidi Beierbach, jhb@sasktel.net 306-662-8095
D2 JH – Amanda Elder, da.elder1@gmail.com 403-741-7804
D2 HS – Amy Keith, amyvance@telus.net 780-674-1144
D3 – Cami Reber, cami.dawn@hotmail.com 780-524-8062
Provincial Coordinator – Terrie Barkshire, barkshire@platinum.ca 403-358-0161
April 1st – Grade 12 Student Scholarship Application Deadline
The AHSRA Scholarship Application Form has been updated and is available for 2024 graduates to complete. We strongly encourage ALL members who are in their Grade 12 year to apply for scholarship funds. It’s not difficult but it does take a little bit of time, so don’t wait until the last minute. Since April 1st is a holiday, we will not penalize members for raffle tickets mailed on April 2nd.
Applications must be sent by mail to Terrie Barkshire, Box 118, Delburne, AB T0M 0V0. Questions? Contact Terrie at barkshire@platinum.ca or 403-358-0161.
Read more on our Scholarships Page.
Turnouts
This spring we are implementing a new method for members to submit turnouts. Any member needing to turnout of a rodeo for any reason – medical, vet release, regular turnout – must complete the form on the Turnouts page of the AHSRA Website: https://albertahsrodeo.ca/rodeo-entries/turnouts/
- Be sure to complete all fields and include as much information as possible.
- Please upload any doctor notes / vet notes.
- You will receive an email confirmation with your submission details.
- You will receive a reply from the data secretary within 12 hours if fines or fees payment is required, the amount, and instructions to pay it. Payments must be made to the host committee by 5:00pm on the Saturday of the rodeo weekend. Failure to pay your fees and/or fines on time, you will be placed on the blacklist and be ineligible to compete until paid in full.
If you have any questions, please call Jamie Thorsteinson, Data Secretary at 403-740-3575.
Entry Reminders
All entries are done online via EQuest. Online entries stay open until 10 pm on Tuesdays.
Call ins are Tuesdays from 6-10 pm. 403-323-7070
If you need to delete an entry or make a change you must call in.
ALSO – Both partners in Team Events must enter. It must appear on your EQuest registration receipt. If both partners are not entered, the entry will be deleted. Be sure to double check with your partner.
Executive Meeting Update
Minutes and Chair Report have been shared out. View on the website: https://albertahsrodeo.ca/become-a-member/executive-meetings/
The next meeting will take place during the HS Finals at the Stettler AgriPlex on Thursday, May 31 at 12:00 pm – beginning with the AGM, and the Executive Board Meeting will follow.
Upcoming Rodeo Dates
District rodeo information is posted on your district page. Please check there for updated information.
Be sure to mark these dates on your calendar as well!
- Alberta Junior High Finals – May 24-26, 2024, Rimbey, AB
- Alberta High School Finals – May 30-June 2, 2024, Stettler, AB
- National Junior High Finals – June 23-29, 2024, Des Moines, Iowa
- North of the Border Showdown – July 4-6, 2024, Stettler, AB
- National High School Finals – July 14-20, 2024, Rock Springs, Wyoming
- Canadian JH and HS Finals – July 31-August 3, 2024, Brandon, MB
Sponsor Program Nominations
Don’t forget to send in your applications for these NHSRA Sponsor programs as well:
All nominations must be done online – see details on the NHSRA website.
This update to members includes the following:
- Deadlines
- Raffle Contest
- Upcoming Rodeo Dates
- 2024-2027 AHSRA Apparel Contract
- Spring Training Camps
- Sponsor Programs
All newsletters will also be posted on our website – under Membership Info – Newsletters.
Any questions or concerns? Contact Pam Golden, Provincial Secretary at ahsraoffice@gmail.com or 780-305-9640.
Deadlines
February 1st – Membership Deadline
Our 2023-2024 membership deadline is February 1st. If you or someone you know is thinking about entering the spring rodeos, be sure to get your membership before the Feb 1st deadline. All memberships must be purchased online. See details at https://albertahsrodeo.ca/become-a-member/
March 1st – Report Card Deadline
All members are required to upload a current report card to their MMS profile. Members will not be allowed to compete until their report card has been uploaded. If you have entered a rodeo and your report card is not on file, you will be removed from the draw.
April 1st – Raffle Ticket Deadline
All raffle tickets and money must be turned in to your district raffle coordinator. Any member who does not deliver or have their tickets postmarked by April 1 of the competition year will:
- Not be eligible for any Provincial finals
- Not be considered a member in good standing
- Be ineligible for any scholarship monies for that year
- Not able to enter any further AHSRA rodeos, until tickets are turned in
- Be placed on the blacklist until tickets are dealt with. Once the member hands in a completely sold book with payment he/she shall return to good standing, will be able to enter rodeos, and will be taken off the blacklist.
See details on the Raffle Page.
Contact your raffle coordinator if you have any questions:
- D1 – Brandi Bandy, bandyhome@gmail.com 306-330-0549
- D1 – Heidi Beierbach, jhb@sasktel.net 306-662-8095
- D2 JH – Amanda Elder, da.elder1@gmail.com 403-741-7804
- D2 HS – Amy Keith, amyvance@telus.net 780-674-1144
- D3 – Cami Reber, cami.dawn@hotmail.com 780-524-8062
- Provincial Coordinator – Terrie Barkshire, barkshire@platinum.ca 403-358-0161
April 1st – Grade 12 Student Scholarship Application Deadline
The AHSRA Scholarship Application Form has been updated and is available for 2024 graduates to complete. We strongly encourage ALL members who are in their Grade 12 year to apply for scholarship funds. It’s not difficult but it does take a little bit of time, so don’t wait until the last minute.
Applications must be sent by mail to Terrie Barkshire, Box 118, Delburne, AB T0M 0V0. Questions? Contact Terrie at barkshire@platinum.ca or 403-358-0161.
Read more on our Scholarships Page.
Raffle Contest
Reminder that we have a contest for members who sell the most Raffle tickets by Feb 1, 2024.
- Overall Winner – YETI Cooler
- Prizes for 1st and 2nd in each district
- YETI Cups and $25 Amazon Gift Cards
- Remember – you can earn an extra $60 for every 2 books sold!
Upcoming Rodeo Dates
District rodeo sanctions are still being approved by the executive. Check your district page for updated information and dates. Be sure to mark these dates on your calendar as well!
- Alberta Junior High Finals – May 24-26, 2024, Rimbey, AB
- Alberta High School Finals – May 30-June 2, 2024, Stettler, AB
- National Junior High Finals – June 23-29, 2024, Des Moines, Iowa
- National High School Finals – July 14-20, 2024, Rock Springs, Wyoming
- Canadian JH and HS Finals – July 31-August 3, 2024, Brandon, MB
AHSRA Apparel Contract 2024-2027 Taking Bids
The Alberta High School Rodeo Association is accepting bids for a three-year apparel contract starting August 1, 2024 and ending July 31, 2027. The successful applicant will have exclusive access to the AHSRA logo and will be required to offer apparel to our members for purchase. The deadline for proposals is February 15, 2024.
See full details in this news article.
Canadian Pro Rodeo Sports Medicine Team – Spring Training Camps
There are still two spring training camps coming up – these are open to all Junior High and High School members. Cost is $250 per athlete.
- February 16-18, 2024 – Calgary
- March 8-10, 2024 – Edmonton
See more information on the CPRSMT facebook page or contact Brandon Thome CAT(c), Executive Director, Canadian Pro Rodeo Sport Medicine Team at rodeoinjuries@gmail.com or 403.700.2818.
Sponsor Program Nominations
Don’t forget to send in your applications for these NHSRA Sponsor programs as well:
- Professional Choice Student Athlete
- Professional Choice Equine Athlete
- Cinch Leaders of Today
- AQHA Horse of the Year
All nominations must be done online – see details on the NHSRA website.
march 2024 Newsletter
This update to members includes the following:
- Deadlines
- New process for turnouts
- Upcoming Rodeo Dates
- New programs at National High School Finals
- Sponsor Programs
All newsletters will be posted on our website – under Membership Info – Newsletters.
Any questions or concerns? Contact Pam Golden, Provincial Secretary at ahsraoffice@gmail.com or 780-305-9640.
Deadlines
April 1st – Raffle Ticket Deadline
All raffle tickets and money must be turned in to your district raffle coordinator. Any member who does not deliver or have their tickets postmarked by April 1 of the competition year will:
- Not be eligible for any Provincial finals
- Not be considered a member in good standing
- Be ineligible for any scholarship monies for that year
- Not able to enter any further AHSRA rodeos, until tickets are turned in
- Be placed on the blacklist until tickets are dealt with. Once the member hands in a completely sold book with payment he/she shall return to good standing, will be able to enter rodeos, and will be taken off the blacklist.
See details on the Raffle Page.
Contact your raffle coordinator if you have any questions:
- D1 – Brandi Bandy, bandyhome@gmail.com 306-330-0549
- D1 – Heidi Beierbach, jhb@sasktel.net 306-662-8095
- D2 JH – Amanda Elder, da.elder1@gmail.com 403-741-7804
- D2 HS – Amy Keith, amyvance@telus.net 780-674-1144
- D3 – Cami Reber, cami.dawn@hotmail.com 780-524-8062
- Provincial Coordinator – Terrie Barkshire, barkshire@platinum.ca 403-358-0161
April 1st – Grade 12 Student Scholarship Application Deadline
The AHSRA Scholarship Application Form has been updated and is available for 2024 graduates to complete. We strongly encourage ALL members who are in their Grade 12 year to apply for scholarship funds. It’s not difficult but it does take a little bit of time, so don’t wait until the last minute.
Applications must be sent by mail to Terrie Barkshire, Box 118, Delburne, AB T0M 0V0. Questions? Contact Terrie at barkshire@platinum.ca or 403-358-0161.
Read more on our Scholarships Page.
Upcoming Rodeo Dates
District rodeo sanctions are still being approved by the executive. Check your district page for updated information and dates. Be sure to mark these dates on your calendar as well!
- Alberta Junior High Finals – May 24-26, 2024, Rimbey, AB
- Alberta High School Finals – May 30-June 2, 2024, Stettler, AB
- National Junior High Finals – June 23-29, 2024, Des Moines, Iowa
- National High School Finals – July 14-20, 2024, Rock Springs, Wyoming
- Canadian JH and HS Finals – July 31-August 3, 2024, Brandon, MB
Sponsor Program Nominations
Don’t forget to send in your applications for these NHSRA Sponsor programs as well:
- Professional Choice Student Athlete
- Professional Choice Equine Athlete
- Cinch Leaders of Today
- AQHA Horse of the Year
All nominations must be done online – see details on the NHSRA website.
This update to members includes the following:
- Deadlines
- Raffle Contest
- Upcoming Rodeo Dates
- 2024-2027 AHSRA Apparel Contract
- Spring Training Camps
- Sponsor Programs
All newsletters will also be posted on our website – under Membership Info – Newsletters.
Any questions or concerns? Contact Pam Golden, Provincial Secretary at ahsraoffice@gmail.com or 780-305-9640.
Deadlines
February 1st – Membership Deadline
Our 2023-2024 membership deadline is February 1st. If you or someone you know is thinking about entering the spring rodeos, be sure to get your membership before the Feb 1st deadline. All memberships must be purchased online. See details at https://albertahsrodeo.ca/become-a-member/
March 1st – Report Card Deadline
All members are required to upload a current report card to their MMS profile. Members will not be allowed to compete until their report card has been uploaded. If you have entered a rodeo and your report card is not on file, you will be removed from the draw.
April 1st – Raffle Ticket Deadline
All raffle tickets and money must be turned in to your district raffle coordinator. Any member who does not deliver or have their tickets postmarked by April 1 of the competition year will:
- Not be eligible for any Provincial finals
- Not be considered a member in good standing
- Be ineligible for any scholarship monies for that year
- Not able to enter any further AHSRA rodeos, until tickets are turned in
- Be placed on the blacklist until tickets are dealt with. Once the member hands in a completely sold book with payment he/she shall return to good standing, will be able to enter rodeos, and will be taken off the blacklist.
See details on the Raffle Page.
Contact your raffle coordinator if you have any questions:
- D1 – Brandi Bandy, bandyhome@gmail.com 306-330-0549
- D1 – Heidi Beierbach, jhb@sasktel.net 306-662-8095
- D2 JH – Amanda Elder, da.elder1@gmail.com 403-741-7804
- D2 HS – Amy Keith, amyvance@telus.net 780-674-1144
- D3 – Cami Reber, cami.dawn@hotmail.com 780-524-8062
- Provincial Coordinator – Terrie Barkshire, barkshire@platinum.ca 403-358-0161
April 1st – Grade 12 Student Scholarship Application Deadline
The AHSRA Scholarship Application Form has been updated and is available for 2024 graduates to complete. We strongly encourage ALL members who are in their Grade 12 year to apply for scholarship funds. It’s not difficult but it does take a little bit of time, so don’t wait until the last minute.
Applications must be sent by mail to Terrie Barkshire, Box 118, Delburne, AB T0M 0V0. Questions? Contact Terrie at barkshire@platinum.ca or 403-358-0161.
Read more on our Scholarships Page.
Raffle Contest
Reminder that we have a contest for members who sell the most Raffle tickets by Feb 1, 2024.
- Overall Winner – YETI Cooler
- Prizes for 1st and 2nd in each district
- YETI Cups and $25 Amazon Gift Cards
- Remember – you can earn an extra $60 for every 2 books sold!
Upcoming Rodeo Dates
District rodeo sanctions are still being approved by the executive. Check your district page for updated information and dates. Be sure to mark these dates on your calendar as well!
- Alberta Junior High Finals – May 24-26, 2024, Rimbey, AB
- Alberta High School Finals – May 30-June 2, 2024, Stettler, AB
- National Junior High Finals – June 23-29, 2024, Des Moines, Iowa
- National High School Finals – July 14-20, 2024, Rock Springs, Wyoming
- Canadian JH and HS Finals – July 31-August 3, 2024, Brandon, MB
AHSRA Apparel Contract 2024-2027 Taking Bids
The Alberta High School Rodeo Association is accepting bids for a three-year apparel contract starting August 1, 2024 and ending July 31, 2027. The successful applicant will have exclusive access to the AHSRA logo and will be required to offer apparel to our members for purchase. The deadline for proposals is February 15, 2024.
See full details in this news article.
Canadian Pro Rodeo Sports Medicine Team – Spring Training Camps
There are still two spring training camps coming up – these are open to all Junior High and High School members. Cost is $250 per athlete.
- February 16-18, 2024 – Calgary
- March 8-10, 2024 – Edmonton
See more information on the CPRSMT facebook page or contact Brandon Thome CAT(c), Executive Director, Canadian Pro Rodeo Sport Medicine Team at rodeoinjuries@gmail.com or 403.700.2818.
Sponsor Program Nominations
Don’t forget to send in your applications for these NHSRA Sponsor programs as well:
- Professional Choice Student Athlete
- Professional Choice Equine Athlete
- Cinch Leaders of Today
- AQHA Horse of the Year
All nominations must be done online – see details on the NHSRA website.
august 1st
Memberships open July 1st each year. We offer membership rates at a reduced rate for the month of July. After August 1st, memberships go up $50.
We encourage all members to complete their memberships as soon as possible in the year. Any member who uploads their paperwork after August 1st will be assessed the $50 late fee.
Contact Us
Let us know if you have any questions or concerns, or if you’re interested in sponsoring our provincial Junior High or High School finals.
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Thank you to Carla Pocock, our PR Coordinator, for crafting engaging social media content to highlight our members and partners!
🐴🏆 ATTENTION REINED COW HORSE CONTESTANTS 🏆🐴
The 2026 Alberta High School Provincial Finals Reined Cow Horse go-round patterns have now been posted on EQuest.
Contestants are encouraged to review the patterns prior to arriving in Claresholm and come prepared for competition.
View the patterns on EQuest:
https://www.equestevent.com/events/alberta-hs-finals-2026/
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oq-TvGbP6vuedPRzC6M-gFKKhPXgIBnQ/view?usp=sharing
Good luck to all competitors as you prepare for Provincial Finals! 🤠
#AHSRA #AlbertaHSRodeo #ReinedCowHorse #HSFinals2026
🚨 AHSRA HIGH SCHOOL PROVINCIAL FINALS – IMPORTANT CHECK-IN INFORMATION 🚨
Attention all HS Finals contestants and families!
As you prepare to head to Claresholm next week, please review these important check-in reminders before you arrive.
📍 **Check-In Locations & Times**
**Tuesday:** Noon – 8:00 PM | 3 Flat Arena Office (East)
**Wednesday:** 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM | 3 Flat Arena Office (East)
**Thursday:** 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM | Community Centre
**Friday:** 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM | Community Centre
⚠️ **All contestants must be checked in by 8:00 AM Friday.**
📸 **Mandatory Contestant Meeting & Team Photo**
Friday at 9:00 AM
Wrangler Arena (West)
✅ Please remember:
• Be respectful to all volunteer check-in staff and parking attendants.
• A signed Parent Release Form must be submitted at check-in.
• Contestant headshots will be taken during check-in. Please wear a western shirt and cowboy hat.
• Stalls will be open and labelled by Monday.
• A stall map will be posted in EQuest. Please use only your assigned stall.
• Power Site and Self-Penning assignments will also be posted in EQuest.
• If you arrive outside check-in hours, you may park, but you may be required to move in the morning.
• Contestants who purchased self-penning must park in the designated self-penning area.
• An updated grounds map will be posted in EQuest by Saturday.
📢 Stay informed!
All Provincial Finals information will be posted on:
• AHSRA Website
• EQuest Event – 2026 HS Finals Page
• Facebook & Instagram: @albertahsrodeo
Safe travels, and we look forward to seeing everyone in Claresholm for an exciting week of action! 🤠🏆
https://albertahsrodeo.ca/high-school/alberta-hs-finals/
https://equestevent.com/events/alberta-hs-finals-2026?_gl=1*twjicv*_ga*NzU4MzUyOTA0LjE2ODQ5MDAxNjE.*_ga_TFDTCV79QT*czE3ODAwODQ5NjAkbzQ2OCRnMSR0MTc4MDA4NDk2NyRqNTMkbDAkaDA.
🎤 🎤 HIGH SCHOOL FINALS QUALIFIERS — ACTION REQUIRED
If you’ve qualified for the 2026 Alberta High School Rodeo Association Provincial Finals, your NHSRA Announcer Biography must be updated by Sunday at 6PM.
Announcers use this information throughout Provincials to introduce contestants to spectators, sponsors, livestream viewers, and fellow competitors.
To update your bio:
✔ Log in to your NHSRA Membership Profile
✔ Select “Edit My Profile”
✔ Scroll to “Announcer Biography”
✔ Update your information (200 character maximum)
Not sure what to include?
• Hometown
• School
• Events you compete in
• Rodeo accomplishments
• Future plans
• Fun facts or interests
This is your chance to tell your story before arriving in Claresholm.
👀 PSSSST…
Junior High contestants headed to Nationals should update theirs too!
The announcer bio follows you beyond Provincials, so now is the perfect time to make sure it’s current and ready to go.
⏰ Deadline for High School Provincial Qualifiers: Sunday at 6PM.
🔥 2026 AHSRA Provincial Bull Riding Qualifiers 🔥
Congratulations to the athletes who have earned their spot at the 2026 AHSRA Provincial Finals!
A special thank you to the Town of Claresholm and Deep Valley Power Systems, sponsors of the Bull Riding saddle.
The Alberta High School Rodeo Association, in conjunction with the Willow Creek Agricultural Society, looks forward to welcoming these qualifiers to Claresholm this June.
All official Finals information is available here:
https://albertahsrodeo.ca/high-school-finals/
#AHSRA #ProvincialQualifiers #BullRiding #RoadToClaresholm #TeamAlbertaRodeo
