Rough Rider Roundup Special Needs Western Day

Rough Rider Roundup is an inclusive, family-friendly outdoor event designed for the special needs community of Shasta County and the surrounding area. Rough Rider Roundup incorporates horse-, ranch-, old west-themed events into adaptable and accessible activities for children and adults of all ages and abilities. The event provides an active outlet for those with physical differences, developmental delays and foster/adoptive children, encouraging interactive play between children and adults, and bringing participants, families, and volunteers together for a community celebration. This event is free and hosted by Roughout Ranch Foundation Inc., a 501(c)3 nonprofit public service organization.

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A SPECIAL WESTERN DAY​

 

Welcome to the 3rd Annual Rough Rider Roundup—A Special Western Day and Rodeo for Kids and Adults of All Ages of the SPECIAL NEEDS COMMUNITY

 

You are invited as a Rough Rider contestant or a volunteer to participate in the 3rd Annual Rough Rider Roundup. The roundup will provide the opportunity to give kids and adults of all ages with diverse abilities an active outlet to learn while having fun.

 

Rough Riders will experience adaptive "modified" rodeo-like activities where they become cowboys and cowgirls for the day. Contestants will enjoy: Riding stick horses and bouncy bulls around the obstacle course, riding barrel bulls, riding wooden broncs, gold panning, old fashion kitchen appliances, roping steer dummies, barrel racing, riding the cow train, contests, demonstrations, carnival games and more! Contestants, parents/guardians, and volunteers will be treated to a free lunch during the roundup.

 

Volunteers will manage each activity in a loving, caring manner that promotes safety, fun and encouragement. We also encourage parent/guardian participation.