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McCall Linke, Communications Director
Northern International Livestock Exposition
(406) 256-2495

   
Ranch Rodeo in Custer this Weekend!
Billings, MT-- Come out to Custer Saturday, June 25 for the 10th annual Custer Ranch Rodeo kicking off at 4 p.m.

Out on the range, just two miles North of the town of Custer the arena sits. Cowboys and cowgirls gather to do what they do best--compete in events derived from working ranches.  You don't want to miss this authentic event!

A dozen teams compete in five events for the lowest score--lowest score wins. The events that they'll battle for are wild cow milking, team penning, team branding, team doctoring, and pony express race. 

The little buckaroos will also have a shot at prizes and bragging rights. Kids may enter a calf race, stick horse bronc ride, and boot race for free.

Immediately following the ranch rodeo is the Stockman Bank Open Ranch Bronc Riding. Broncs versus bronc riders--a classic display of cowboy courage. Shane Vaira of Richey is bringing his good bucking horses and seven cowboys (and one cowgirl!) are signed up to ride.

$5 at the gate for spectators, kids watch for free. Spectators will enjoy a new and improved sound system this year thanks to the generosity of the S Ranch.  Concessions provided by the Custer FFA.  There will be a silent calcutta auction of the teams.

The winning team from the Custer Ranch Rodeo will compete at the NILE Ranch Rodeo Finals Saturday, October 15 at 7 p.m. in Billings, Montana.

The NILE is proud to have the Custer Ranch Rodeo as one of sanctioning partners because they share the vision of preserving and embracing the Western tradition.

Questions, contact Tami Blake (406) 354-6012 or custerranchrodeo@yahoo.com
The Northern International Livestock Exposition (NILE) is a non-profit organization 501(c)5 established in 1967 that is dedicated to the promotion of livestock, agriculture education, and respect of the western tradition.  For more information on the NILE call (406) 256-2495 or visit www.thenile.org. The 2016 NILE is October 15-22 in Billings, Montana.