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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.com/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.com/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.com/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.com/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 Codi Wilson, our PR Officer for coordinating our social media content with our members and partners.
If you are attending post secondary and haven`t claimed your AHSRA scholarship, you can still get in on this round of payments - today is the last day to submit. The next round of payments will be done in January and again in April.
Please email the following to ahsraoffice@gmail.com:
- Proof of payment to post secondary institution or program
- Scholarship amount you are claiming
- The address where you would like the cheque mailed
Questions? Call the provincial office at 780-305-9640 or email ahsraoffice@gmail.com.
𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 / 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬!
If you have not received your member welcome email, you will not be able to enter rodeos in EQuest. You can check your membership account - the status needs to be "Submitted" in order to enter rodeos.
- A few people have mistakenly uploaded their membership documents to the EQuest entry system, but they need to be uploaded to the NHSRA Membership system - the same place you purchased the membership. If you are waiting for your membership welcome email, and are sure you have uploaded your documents, please double check and make sure you have put them in the correct system.
- Team event entries - EQuest has added a new feature that shows any partners who have NOT entered in RED. If your partner is showing RED, you may want to follow up and make sure they enter.
- When you are entering a rodeo, the first screen may have only shooting, cutting or reined cow horse events - just click NEXT and you will see the next days and all the other rodeo events. The optional events always show on the first page, you can just move past them if you are not entering them.
Any D2 members wanting to enter Stettler must have their membership processed by Tuesday (tomorrow) at 7 pm. Do not leave it until the last minute! If you are unsure and want to double check, please contact Pam at the office at 780-305-9640 or ahsraoffice@gmail.com.
AHSRA Memberships must be purchased and all paperwork uploaded at least 24 hours prior to entries closing, to allow for processing. So don`t leave it until the last minute.
- Entries for the first D2 Rodeo are Aug 12-14
- Entries for the first D1 and D3 Rodeos are Aug 19-21
Wow - the memberships have been FLYING in the last couple of days! Due to the sheer volume, it will take several days to get through all of them. Please be patient - we`re still a couple weeks away from the first rodeo entry deadline.
If you`re concerned about late charges, don`t worry, all documents are time stamped in the system. If corrections are needed, you`ll be notified by email, but you won`t be penalized as long as the documents were uploaded by August 1st.
Membership prices will go up $50 at midnight tonight.
