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EXETER RODEO WEEKEND
AUGUST 8, 9 & 10
PRESS RELEASE

The sport of Rodeo is coming back!  The 6th stop on the 2008 Dodge Rodeo Tour is in Exeter-a true rodeo town with a history that stretches back to a time before many can remember.   The Rodeo is hosted annually by the South Huron Recreation Department and the Exeter Rodeo Committee.   All proceeds from the Rodeo are earmarked to go directly back into Recreation in the community.  We salute the many volunteers who so willing dedicate their time and energy towards the sport of Rodeo.

Through the continued success of the Exeter Rodeo, the Committee is proud to announce that over the past 10 years, in excess of $60,000.00 has been donated to the following projects, for community betterment.

*Playground equipment at the South Huron Recreation Centre
*Banquet tables for the hall
*Donation to Medical Centre
*Fencing around the rodeo grounds
*Bleachers for the rodeo ring
*Development of the MacNaughton Park picnic area
*Partnership with area organizations and individuals to erect the new Dalton Finkbeiner Memorial pavilion at MacNaughton Park
*Upgrade hydro service at MacNaughton Park pavilion
*Upgrade and reocate hydro service at the rodeo grounds
*Sponsorship of an individual to attend the National High School Rodeo finals in Oklahoma
*Donation towards outdoor skating rink
*Miscellaneous projects

Thanks to the generosity and the efforts of the Exeter Saddle Club, the horse ring has undergone extensive improvements that contributes to the success of the Rodeo.

Friendly and courteous ~ that's the #1 description of Exeter.   Exeter was founded in 1832 and by 1853, grew into a community of over 300.  Today it boasts a population of 4,700 and is the largest centre in the southern part of the county.  In 2001, Stephen, Usborne and Exeter amalgamated to form the Municipality of South Huron, where it offers a life style of small town living with the peace and quiet of the country-side.  Exeter also possesses all the facilities a family needs … spiritual, cultural, physical, recreational and specialty shops.  Exeter is well known for it's beautiful heritage homes, buildings and churches that stand proudly as a remembrance of the past.  Should you desire the bright lights of the city, London and Stratford are a mere 30 minute drive and only 2 hours from Toronto.  Admire beautiful sunsets over the sandy shores of Lake Huron only 15 minutes from the home of the Exeter Rodeo.  Exeter … where town and country meet.

Mark your calendar for August 8, 9 & 10 and join us for the 12th annual Exeter Rodeo.  You will witness the exciting action of steer wrestling, bareback bronc riding, saddle bronc riding, barrel racing, calf roping, team roping and bull riding! 

Throw on your cowboy hat, kick back and enjoy the show! 
Tickets: Adult $15.00  6-12 Years $10.00
Kids Under 5 Years -  $3.00
All Advanced Tickets - $3.00 Off

DODGE RODEO TOUR PERFORMANCE
Saturday & Sunday at 2:00 pm (Rain or Shine)

For Information Regarding the EXETER DODGE TRUCK RODEO Please Call the South Huron Recreation Centre at 519 235-2833

DODGE TRUCK RODEO SERIES
RODEO MANAGEMENT GROUP

FRIDAY, AUGUST 8

Free evening for the entire family - (8:00 pm - 12 midnight)
Dodge Challenge followed by live entertainment in the tent
Refreshment area open - (7:00 pm) 
Visit our friendly downtown merchants - (open 'til 9:00 pm)

SATURDAY, AUGUST 9

Vendor & Refreshment area - (open 12:00 noon)
Dodge Rodeo-Wheel Chair accessible - (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Intermission-Enjoy and support the vendors - (2:45 pm)
Slack-Competitors not in show compete for points - (4:30 pm - 6:00 pm)
BX 93 Video Dance - (9:00 pm - 1:00 am)
South Huron Recreation Centre, Arena Floor

SUNDAY, AUGUST 10

Country Style Brunch - (8:00 am - 1:00 pm)
South Huron Recreation Centre Hall, Everyone welcome!
South Huron Trail Run - (9:00 am)        
Slack-Competitors not in show compete for points - (10:00-12:00 Noon)
Vendor & Refreshment area - (open 12:00 Noon)
Bessie Bingo - (12:30 pm)
Dodge Rodeo-Wheel chair accessible - (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Intermission-Enjoy and support the vendors (2:45 pm)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Rodeo hosted by the South Huron Recreation Department
and the Exeter Rodeo Committee
Contact - Jo-Anne Fields - 519 235-2833
Website - www.town.southhuron.on.ca
E-mail address - j.fields@town.southhuron.on.ca

VENDORS WELCOME! FOR DETAILS CALL BRENDA AT 519 235-1640
South Huron Recreation Centre
Saturday, August 9 & Sunday, August 10
VISIT THE EXETER RODEO ONLINE AT:
www.town.southhuron.on.ca