The Wild West Stampede Committee is proud to present the Dick Foster Special Kids Rodeo for children with a wide range of physical and learning challenges. Each year up to 40 children participate after which they and family members are hosted to the PRCA rodeo thanks to their sponsors.

During the event, the children and their cowboy or cowgirl partners work through a series of modified rodeo events. Kid-size rodeo props are used, such as rocking chair bulls and broncs, roping dummies, and stick horses that are appropriate to the needs of this group of special children. Safety is given primary emphasis at all times.

The AWWS Commitee, along with the Rodeo volunteers and sponsors, are pleased to donate their time to a group of special children that might otherwise never experience the thrill of participating in an arena sports event.

This event will be held at 12 noon at the Gold Country Fairgrounds in Auburn prior to the Sunday PRCA Rodeo.

Children should be pre-entered and must check in by 11 AM at the Fairground's Sierra Bldg. Each child must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The information booth at the fairgrounds can give directions as necessary.

If you would like to enter your child, or if you have questions about whether your child qualifies for this event, please fill out and send the Entry Form. One of the committee members will contact you and address any questions you may have.

If you would like to be a sponsor of this event, please refer to our Partnership Packet. Special Kids Sponsorships available range from $150 up to $3,300.

Any questions, please call Claudia Gibbens at (530) 887-8914