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In the CorralApril-May 2006 Eaglesfield Percherons Rising From the Ashes
Over three hundred people gathered at the Elkton Hall to raise more than $14,000 at the silent auction and fundraiser held for Brian and Colleen Coleman of Eaglesfield Percherons. On January 5, the Coleman family lost two horse barns and over thirty head of draft and sport horses in training in a horrific fire. “The support is overwhelming,” Colleen said, “People are so kind.” Bryn Thiessen contributed cowboy poetry while Chris and Sharky Schauer provided music from their soon-to-be-released CD. There were horse people from every breed and discipline in attendance, lending support to this young and talented family. The Colemans always show their Percherons at Calgary, and the Stampede donated a number of items personally delivered by the board’s vice-chairman, David Chalack. Brian says construction will start on a new barn in the spring and they will hold an open house. Cowboy GoldCongratulations to Brent Sutter and Dan Bertram on winning gold medals at the International Ice Hockey Federation World Junior Championships. Team Canada beat Russia in the final game held in Vancouver, B.C. January 5th. The annual tournament is the world championship for junior hockey. Brent Sutter (CCCM Oct/Nov 2004) was Team Canada’s coach. Dan Bertram (CCCM Dec/Jan 2006) played on the forward line dubbed “The Energy Line” because of their speed and power.
New Truck Sponsor for Miss Rodeo CanadaToyota Prairie Region recently presented Aleaha More, Miss Rodeo Canada 2006, with her brand new, fully-loaded Toyota Tundra truck. Toyota Prairie Region reps, Paul Partridge and Paul Stocks from Toyota are pleased to be the new official vehicle manufacturer and supplier to Miss Rodeo Canada and like their trucks, are in for the long haul. Alberta Musician Lesley Schatz to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award
Multi-disciplined musician, singer, songwriter, poet and artist Lesley Schatz will be presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Alberta Women of Country Music show, May 13th in Rimbey, AB. Lesley began her musical career at a very young age, playing piano, guitar, banjo, drums, accordion, mouth bow and stand up bass. She has toured Europe and currently enjoys a songwriting and recording career with Bear Records. The great lineup at the show includes Jesse St. Charles, Samantha King, The Vissia Sisters, Monika with a K, The Hinge (which features Dean Tuftin’s Mom on lead vocals) and many more. Tickets are $20 in advance. Call Diane Brandson at (780) 682-2295. Dropping a Loop on the Big AppleThere’s nothing like Hollywood to spark tourism! In a bid to capitalize on Alberta’s stunning scenery recently portrayed on the silver screen, Aleaha More, 2005 Canadian All Around Cowboy Jeremy Harden, 2004
Cowboy of the Year, Jim Dunn and four-time Canadian tie-down roping champion Joe Lucas and his family flew to New York City as special guests of Travel Alberta at The New York Times Travel Show. Joe’s kids, Katy and Kyle Lucas, also brought their ropes and put on impressive roping demonstrations. Quarter Horse Scholarships AnnouncedThe Hans Hansma Canadian Youth Scholarship Fund would like to congratulate all the recipients of the 2005 scholarships; Kurtis Brown, Dugald, MB, Coy Schellenberg, Beechy, SK, Leslee Day, Val Marie, SK, Tara Andreas, Swift Current, SK, Tim Thaxter, Bracken, SK, Teri Rothenburger, Herbert, SK, Amanda Anderson, Scandia, AB, Erin Hussey, Okotoks, AB, Kelsey Waterston, Kamloops, B.C. and Kim Beltrametti, Westwold, B.C. Each received a $1000 scholarship for their post-secondary education. The scholarship is in memory of the late Hans Hansma, who contributed much to the quarter horse industry in Canada. The scholarship is supported by cutting horse clinics and a stallion service raffle. The stud service of Janet Westfall’s stallion, “CD Royal” Russ, was won by Dave and Barb Eccott of Princeton, B.C. The successful 2005 clinic was presented by Paul and Gerry Hansma. Lammle’s Named One of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies Doug Lammle, President of Lammle’s Western Wear & Tack, says the award is personally gratifying. “It is rewarding to know that the team you have coached, trained and nurtured are being so proudly recognized. Winning this award is the ultimate way to acknowledge excellence for our team’s dedication and hard work.” Lammle’s Western Wear & Tack was established in 1983 in Calgary, and has expanded to twenty-three locations across the province and is one of the top ten western wear retailers in North America. BCCHS Cowboy Hall of Fame 2006 Inductees
The B.C. Cowboy Heritage Society (BCCHS) proudly announced their 2006 Hall of Fame inductees. Joe Coutlee, the late cow boss of the Douglas Lake Ranch (1900-1945). Joan (Stewart) Perry, seven-time barrel racing champion and Dave Perry, rough stock competitor, roper, stock contractor, (1926-1970). Bill Stewart, rancher, lifetime of work with the Stockman and Cattlemen Associations and Pat Stewart, writer, rancher and ranching historian. The induction ceremony took place at the Kamloops Cowboy Festival on March 10, 2006.
The Puck Dropped and Again the Battle Was On!Maple Creek’s 24th annual Battle of the Little Big Puck (Dec 2005/Jan 2006) hit the national stage on CBC Television. CBC contacted Mayor Anne Weisgerber, and the crew came to town to shoot the battle February 18th for the upcoming Hockeyville competition. The winner will receive $25,000 for arena improvements and host an NHL game.
Dale Mosquito, one of the organizers of the Battle invited Lana Waterchief, 2005 Calgary Stampede Indian Princess and Aleaha More, 2006 Miss Rodeo Canada to take part in the ceremonial face-off. To suit up in the annual fundraising hockey game, local players must either be a member of the Nekaneet Band or hold a rodeo membership (past or present). In dramatic style, the Immigrants spurred past the Indigenous team 13-12. Jimmy Richards was the goaltender for the Immigrants. Doug and Jill Richards recently purchased the Sweetwater Ranch down by Consul, thereby qualifying Jimmy for a spot on the team. |
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