Great Lakes Youth Rodeo Association

Who Are We:     Great Lakes Youth Rodeo Association

Where are we located:     Throughout Michigan

Who Can Join:     Anyone between the ages of 9-19

What Events Are Offered:     Bulls, Bareback Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Pole Bending, Barrel Racing,
Goat tying, and Breakaway Roping.

How Much do the events cost: Cost is determined by the group sponsoring the rodeo, usually around $13.00.

Do I have to pay a fee join:     Yes, your membership includes insurance and mailings also.
Membership is renewed annually. There is a slight discount for additional family members.

Do you offer Awards:     Awards include Buckles, Conchas, plaques etc. there are no cash awards.

Do You Have Finals:     Yes, we do offer finals, requirements are determined yearly.

Will I have to purchase my own equipment:     Some roughstock equipment as well as safety
equipment may be available for use, check with the organization if you need help.

Is there any gender specific rules:     No, both boys and girls can compete in any event.

Are there any limits to the number of events I can participate in:      NO

How many Rodeos are there: Numbers vary from year to year, usually 6 or 7.

How many performances-are there at each Rodeo:     Usually 2 per day, one early one late. Each Rodeo
is different; you will be notified prior to that Rodeo.

Are there any special requirements: Yes, each member is required to attend a safety clinic for the first 2 years of membership, if you do not attend you do not Rodeo. There are event specific rules that can be learned from the rule book.

For more information contact:       

Mike Fras (517) 354-3708
Lori Clementshaw (616) 832-5749
Loretta Scherzer (517) 879-4013