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Don Reinwand - for the use of his truck trailer hnv
lumber and a 90 yard bolt of vinyl which 'was us�d ft);
the skirted banner. In essence the floatI

R.OM THE EDITOR

Hmvdy Rodeo Fans,

All members should go out of their wav to thank these
people. It is through their efforts that OGRA once agam
,:vas a visible entity in our commw1ity. If you happe71 to
see one of "THE FLOil..T HUlLDERS" out and about...
buy them a shot of Hot I)amn because they DAivJN sure
pulled through and 1t was HOT!

\Ve had a hi-follutin' time at the Oklahoma City Pride '96
parade, Pnde Vhthout Borders. 1\ few dedicated OGR.l\
members j w11ped in nt the last minute , pooled our efforts
and resources and scrapped together the OGR.A. entrv for
the p � rndc. To those few, an appreciated THANK 't'OU
1s cldmnely m order. OGRA's inclusion in this verv
nnportant commumty event was a rvIUST! All member.';
shouldgo out o(their way _ to thank t h e following people
who w111 hence torth be referred to as·

Another special thanks goes out to the OGRi\ members
,vho participated in the parnde. Don Reimvancl and Gmv
Gappa who pulled the float and threw "Skittles" t�)
unsuspecting spectators. Debornh Ly rm who stood in the
front of the float sparkling 111 spite of the heat Senora
Lmda Gappa in her S p anishattire throwing "Skittles"
hkc a broken pmata. Rick Jones who stood in the front
of the float by Deborah Lynne ( in his lx11l cap_ not
c�)wbgy t1at) throwing "Skittles" to cl � pping on.loc;kers.
C.:huck Dav 1son , whose wave wciuld- Jirnt-:e Quee'n
1:.,1iz1beth's wave pale, also thre,v "A Taste of the
Rainbow". Thanks to all of you. Because of your efforts
O9'RA was able to show our PRIDE i.n a . positive
Western \Vay
Or as Deb Chambds slo12an
said..."OGRA Breaking Dovm The Bcmlers .\11e
"Cowboy Way" I

THE FLOAT BUILDERS
Deb Ch.m1 bers � for the selfless. hours she spent running
aro�nd town p�1cking u p supplies and picking out the
pcnect colors J0r the im.nbow. And also for the use d
all her very butch tools. (Yes, I'm actually talking ab(•Ut
hammers, sav.1s, screwdrivers, de l
Chuck, Dav iso'.1 - for his relentless superv 1sory nbilities
nnd ot course tor the greatly appreciated beer run ...which
probably saved us all from heat stroke! And for his
ability to blow..... up the balloons for the float
Crary Gappa - for helping on every stage of the f1oat's
development
and for the constant encouraoernent
on
b
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rnmbmv erecting.

P hil Lupton
CorresDonding S,�cretary
O.GR�A

Sue & Sherry - for the u5e of their 2:arage and drivewav
at 8:0Ua.m. e,ren though
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�- thev- were;{'t expectino12:00 noon.

Words of Wisdo1n_
A body can pretend
to care, but they
can't pretend to. be
there.

Brent - for helping everv day of flont builclino- nncl for
sacrificing his burned lx1dy and working thro�gh sleep
depnvat1on...and he isn't _even a member! (V/e'll have to
look mto that m the near iuture. )
Steve Dickson - for sacrificing his knees on concrete like
fried eggs in a skillet. And fx aflowing Deborah Lynn
to bake m full make-up while waving lovingly at the
spectators.
David Kueter - for providing bw-gers and a cool pool for
the overheated Float Builders. And for running after the
"Skittles" we threw from the f)oat allmving parts of the
c rovv'd to "Taste the Rainbow".
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OGRA to match us in sponsoring a panel for
the new OGR.'\ arena at Larry's and Timrn's
- \Vhitc Spur Ranch.
Let's help support our organizatiQn. Show
everyone we care Yvhat happens to our
family.
Thank you very much.
Linda & Gary Gappa
Treasurer & Assistant

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With all the things gomg on in Montana . .the Freeman, the
Oh, ves!
Unibomber and Clarence Bates' Co,,.,bovs.
Clarence's Cowboys brought the Gay p;-ide parade m
One would think the
Billings to a alarming STOP!
"Skinheads" had blocked the road and there was two
hundred plus with a bulldozer ready to roll over all of us.
But, after a few tense moments, \Ve were on our way agam
singing 2 - 4 - 6 - 8 what do we want "Miller Light"! \\/hen
do we :'\,.,'ant it, NOW' And Clarence's Cowboys just waved
and sm.ilecl. What a hoot I

Happy July 4th to
all 131 Me1n·bers.

Billings w�s a small rodeo Only 55 contestants. But it wris
a good turnout }..,fost everyone had a good time ... even when
I fell down that flight of stairs and ended up with tea and
creamy sweet salad dressing all over the walls, carpet and
me. I.hanks Ron and Bill! It was their stalfS I fell dovm.
However, they \Vere still the ideal host all weekend.
Now for some old business. Our Rodeo was a blur I was so
bmy I hope someone saw \vhat or who I did? I knmv as
President I need to refresh our stand on some items:
Item No. 1 - When we vote on something as a group, Let's
respect what we voted for.
Item No. 2 - Any misrepresentation of the organization ,vill
be dealt with as outlined in the By-Laws or how ever the
Executive Board deems fit.
Working together 1s what makes OGRA one of the best
associations in IGRA There is a lot of things happening in
the next few months. I know Phil will do his best to keep u<;
infom1ed of coming events, dates, places and times.
One more thing, Paula L BrO\vn, TH.i'\NK YOU for the
story about our May rodeo. A great piece of writing!

NOTICE:

The ne,v hours for the
Treasure to receive 111oneys
and pay rei1nbursements are:
Friday Nights
8:00 p.111. - to - Midnight

Until Next Time,
Rick Jones
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The [)e]eg:atcs for the I.G.R.A. Convention in Albuquerque,
NM July 25,26,27 & 28 are:
Deborah Lvnne
Chuck Dm;ison
Kim Dmvson
Timm Durm - Alternate
Phillip Caffey - Alternate
Gary Gappa has been nominated to Chair the Nomination
Committee for the new Executive Board Officers.
Shcrvl Schelkun has been nominated to Chair the 1997 Great
Plains Regional Rodeo Poster Contest. Entries can be
dropped off at the Bunkhouse. There will be a cash prize of
••• ·$2-S(P:;(l-teeth-e--+lic.in!-l(�r, G�0.o.d Luck! . _ . _
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Dd, Chambers has been nominated to Chair the Logistics
Committee.
Get ready for the O G.RA.. Royalty Competiticm coming up
in October. Judges for the competition are:
Shery 1 Schelkun
Kirn Dawson
Lany Brandon
The competitors \\'ill be judged in the follow·ing categories

General
Membership

Personal Intervie,v
Horsernanship
Talent
\Vestern Wear
On Stage Interview
Good Luck to all!

Special Notice:
The Windy City Rodeo
scheduled for August 16-18
has been cancelled.

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Mr. TGRACandidate 1997
requests your presence
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MURDER IN DALLAS SHOW
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DATE
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PLACE Roundup, Dallas:- TX
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President. ..................................Rick Jones ........................................ 1-918-775-8879
Jones ................................................478-4820
Vice-President. . ........................I-Iarold
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rl""'reasurer...................................L 111d a G appa................................................9 4 6 -)830
Recording Secretary.................Sherry Ward.................................................840-05 10
Corresponding Secretary..........Phil Lupton..................................................355-9592
I.G.R.A. Trustee.......................Gle1u1 Gore..................................................328-5575
Alten1ate Trustee......................Shery1 Schelkun..........................................4 78-4820

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Rodeo Co111111ittee ....................Da·vid Kueter................................................842-1802
P.R./Fundrais1ng........·; ............C).G.R.1\. Royalty.........................................242-2822
Dance & Entertainn1ent. ..........Phillip Caffey/Steve Dickson................•.......521-1378
:tvfe1nbership.............................l)avid Kueter................................................842-1802
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Budget Con11111ttee..................Chuck l)av1s011.............................................842- 1 802
By-La,vs Con1111ittee............... Shery l Schelkun ........................................... .478-4820
Rode-�v�'\ltts: .......: .................Tinnn T}unn .....: ..........................:........... ,. ..-, ,. 190_-3648
The businesses listed below not only a ppreciate our business, they support our
6rganization. Just show your O.G.R.A: Membership Card and redeve 10% off.

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2200 NW 39th Expwy * OKC *525-JRED

Place your ad in the "Cowboy Way." Monthly rates are: $5 (or a lOo/o discount for O.G.R.A.
Members) for a business card ad, S 15 for a l /4 page ad, $25 for a l /2 page ad and $30 for a
full page ad.,. Special rates quarterly and annually are available. For more information or to
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Town and Country Hotel
500 Hotel Circle North San Diego CA 92 l 08
(800) 71-ATLAS or (6 1 9) 291-7131
Garden Rooms $78,
Tower Rooms from $84 {up to 4 guests per room)

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POST MARKED BY JULY i'.: $30 (SAVE $22)
AFTER JULY 1: $35'(SAVE $17)
(must be post marked by,September 14)

The_ Town and County Convention Center will be headquarters for oil
the Rodeo evening events. With over 7,000 square feet for boot
scootin', the Atlas Ballroom will host continuous dancing each night.
The , a djacent Mission Ball room will be the site of the evening
entertainment events.

TICKET BOOKLET OUTLETS (July 1 to September 22 only)
LOS ANGELES AREA
RAWHIDE, 1 0937 Burbank Boulevard, North ftollywood (818) 760-9798
FLOYDS , 2913 E. Anaheim Street, Long Be.ach (310) 433-9251
SAN FRANCISCO AREA
JAGUAR BOOKSTORE-Castro, 4057 1 8TH Street (41 5) 863-4777
SAN DIEGO AREA
KICKERS/HAMBURGER MARYS, 308 �,1Jversity Avenue (61 9) 491 -0400
BALLOON EXPERTS, 3934 Fifth Avenue (6'1�) 291 -0988
CALIFORNIA MAN, 3930 Fifih Avenue (61 9) 294-9108
POSTAL AN. NEX, 1 043 University Avenue (619J 298-7155

RODEO GROUNDS

INDIVIDUAL EVENT TICKET P8l(ES (only at the door)

The hotel is located right off I nterstate 8 on the famous Hotel Circle in
Mission Valley. The Town a n d Country is situated on 32 beautiful,
tropically l andscaped acres, with 4 swimming pools, whirlpool,
restaurants, cofes and �hops. {Remember you r fixin's and trim for our
2nd Annual Balcony Oecoratillg Contest.)
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THE WEEKEND PASS: A full-weekend /itket' booklet is available for all
Rodeo and Hotel events. · This package, vb,lued at $52, is available through
MAIL-ORDER or FAX with the TICKET O�DER FORM. Mail-order requests
must be accompanied by, check, monet, order or Visa and MasterCard
i nformation ( please i nclude a self-addressed, stamped, business-size
envelope). Faxed requests must incl �de the appropriate credit cord
information.

Del Mar Fairgrounds Grand Stan d and Turf Club
2260Jimmy Durante Boulevard
D�I Mor, California 92014

This year we are fortunate to be using the Grandstands and the Turf •
Club at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. We will be running 2 arenas
simulta neously i n front of the Grandstands.

Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Saturday
Sunday
Sunday

BOOTS & BRIEFS BENEF!T/KICK-OFF PARTY $5
HOEDOWN $7.
RODEO $15
DANCE STAMPEDE PARTY .. $10
RODEO $15 .
AWARD CEREMONY/DANCE no cover charge

The festival_with 50 exciting vendor booths, non-stop e nterta i n ment
stage and continuous open dancing wi l l be located in the Poddock and
Turf Club.
DIRECTIONS: Take Interstate 5 to Vio de la Valle exit, head west to
Jimmy Durante Blvd. Tu"rn left to parking lot entrance ($4.00 fee).
After parking, use the Main Fairgrounds Entrance and walk down the
• Avenue of the Palms to the ticket gates loc_a ted to the east of the
Gran dstands.
For those contestants wishing to stay near the rodeo site,
GSGRA/San Diego has secured rooms at the Solano Beach
Ramada lnn from Friday until Monday. Ask for .the special
G.S.G.R.A. Rodeo rate of $70.00. Call 1 -800-232-2407 for
reservations (before August 27th only).

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Don Reinwand - for the use of his truck trailer hnv
lumber and a 90 yard bolt of vinyl which 'was us�d ft);
the skirted banner. In essence the floatI

R.OM THE EDITOR

Hmvdy Rodeo Fans,

All members should go out of their wav to thank these
people. It is through their efforts that OGRA once agam
,:vas a visible entity in our commw1ity. If you happe71 to
see one of "THE FLOil..T HUlLDERS" out and about...
buy them a shot of Hot I)amn because they DAivJN sure
pulled through and 1t was HOT!

\Ve had a hi-follutin' time at the Oklahoma City Pride '96
parade, Pnde Vhthout Borders. 1\ few dedicated OGR.l\
members j w11ped in nt the last minute , pooled our efforts
and resources and scrapped together the OGR.A. entrv for
the p � rndc. To those few, an appreciated THANK 't'OU
1s cldmnely m order. OGRA's inclusion in this verv
nnportant commumty event was a rvIUST! All member.';
shouldgo out o(their way _ to thank t h e following people
who w111 hence torth be referred to as·

Another special thanks goes out to the OGRi\ members
,vho participated in the parnde. Don Reimvancl and Gmv
Gappa who pulled the float and threw "Skittles" t�)
unsuspecting spectators. Debornh Ly rm who stood in the
front of the float sparkling 111 spite of the heat Senora
Lmda Gappa in her S p anishattire throwing "Skittles"
hkc a broken pmata. Rick Jones who stood in the front
of the float by Deborah Lynne ( in his lx11l cap_ not
c�)wbgy t1at) throwing "Skittles" to cl � pping on.loc;kers.
C.:huck Dav 1son , whose wave wciuld- Jirnt-:e Quee'n
1:.,1iz1beth's wave pale, also thre,v "A Taste of the
Rainbow". Thanks to all of you. Because of your efforts
O9'RA was able to show our PRIDE i.n a . positive
Western \Vay
Or as Deb Chambds slo12an
said..."OGRA Breaking Dovm The Bcmlers .\11e
"Cowboy Way" I

THE FLOAT BUILDERS
Deb Ch.m1 bers � for the selfless. hours she spent running
aro�nd town p�1cking u p supplies and picking out the
pcnect colors J0r the im.nbow. And also for the use d
all her very butch tools. (Yes, I'm actually talking ab(•Ut
hammers, sav.1s, screwdrivers, de l
Chuck, Dav iso'.1 - for his relentless superv 1sory nbilities
nnd ot course tor the greatly appreciated beer run ...which
probably saved us all from heat stroke! And for his
ability to blow..... up the balloons for the float
Crary Gappa - for helping on every stage of the f1oat's
development
and for the constant encouraoernent
on
b
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rnmbmv erecting.

P hil Lupton
CorresDonding S,�cretary
O.GR�A

Sue & Sherry - for the u5e of their 2:arage and drivewav
at 8:0Ua.m. e,ren though
0 us
• untfl
�- thev- were;{'t expectino12:00 noon.

Words of Wisdo1n_
A body can pretend
to care, but they
can't pretend to. be
there.

Brent - for helping everv day of flont builclino- nncl for
sacrificing his burned lx1dy and working thro�gh sleep
depnvat1on...and he isn't _even a member! (V/e'll have to
look mto that m the near iuture. )
Steve Dickson - for sacrificing his knees on concrete like
fried eggs in a skillet. And fx aflowing Deborah Lynn
to bake m full make-up while waving lovingly at the
spectators.
David Kueter - for providing bw-gers and a cool pool for
the overheated Float Builders. And for running after the
"Skittles" we threw from the f)oat allmving parts of the
c rovv'd to "Taste the Rainbow".
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OGRA to match us in sponsoring a panel for
the new OGR.'\ arena at Larry's and Timrn's
- \Vhitc Spur Ranch.
Let's help support our organizatiQn. Show
everyone we care Yvhat happens to our
family.
Thank you very much.
Linda & Gary Gappa
Treasurer & Assistant

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With all the things gomg on in Montana . .the Freeman, the
Oh, ves!
Unibomber and Clarence Bates' Co,,.,bovs.
Clarence's Cowboys brought the Gay p;-ide parade m
One would think the
Billings to a alarming STOP!
"Skinheads" had blocked the road and there was two
hundred plus with a bulldozer ready to roll over all of us.
But, after a few tense moments, \Ve were on our way agam
singing 2 - 4 - 6 - 8 what do we want "Miller Light"! \\/hen
do we :'\,.,'ant it, NOW' And Clarence's Cowboys just waved
and sm.ilecl. What a hoot I

Happy July 4th to
all 131 Me1n·bers.

Billings w�s a small rodeo Only 55 contestants. But it wris
a good turnout }..,fost everyone had a good time ... even when
I fell down that flight of stairs and ended up with tea and
creamy sweet salad dressing all over the walls, carpet and
me. I.hanks Ron and Bill! It was their stalfS I fell dovm.
However, they \Vere still the ideal host all weekend.
Now for some old business. Our Rodeo was a blur I was so
bmy I hope someone saw \vhat or who I did? I knmv as
President I need to refresh our stand on some items:
Item No. 1 - When we vote on something as a group, Let's
respect what we voted for.
Item No. 2 - Any misrepresentation of the organization ,vill
be dealt with as outlined in the By-Laws or how ever the
Executive Board deems fit.
Working together 1s what makes OGRA one of the best
associations in IGRA There is a lot of things happening in
the next few months. I know Phil will do his best to keep u<;
infom1ed of coming events, dates, places and times.
One more thing, Paula L BrO\vn, TH.i'\NK YOU for the
story about our May rodeo. A great piece of writing!

NOTICE:

The ne,v hours for the
Treasure to receive 111oneys
and pay rei1nbursements are:
Friday Nights
8:00 p.111. - to - Midnight

Until Next Time,
Rick Jones
President
O.G.R.A
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The [)e]eg:atcs for the I.G.R.A. Convention in Albuquerque,
NM July 25,26,27 & 28 are:
Deborah Lvnne
Chuck Dm;ison
Kim Dmvson
Timm Durm - Alternate
Phillip Caffey - Alternate
Gary Gappa has been nominated to Chair the Nomination
Committee for the new Executive Board Officers.
Shcrvl Schelkun has been nominated to Chair the 1997 Great
Plains Regional Rodeo Poster Contest. Entries can be
dropped off at the Bunkhouse. There will be a cash prize of
••• ·$2-S(P:;(l-teeth-e--+lic.in!-l(�r, G�0.o.d Luck! . _ . _
• -·-~
Dd, Chambers has been nominated to Chair the Logistics
Committee.
Get ready for the O G.RA.. Royalty Competiticm coming up
in October. Judges for the competition are:
Shery 1 Schelkun
Kirn Dawson
Lany Brandon
The competitors \\'ill be judged in the follow·ing categories

General
Membership

Personal Intervie,v
Horsernanship
Talent
\Vestern Wear
On Stage Interview
Good Luck to all!

Special Notice:
The Windy City Rodeo
scheduled for August 16-18
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Mr. TGRACandidate 1997
requests your presence
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MURDER IN DALLAS SHOW
TIME
6:00 PM (be there by 5 PM)
DATE
Sunday, August 11, 1996
PLACE Roundup, Dallas:- TX
BEF
Home for the Holidavs
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Recording Secretary.................Sherry Ward.................................................840-05 10
Corresponding Secretary..........Phil Lupton..................................................355-9592
I.G.R.A. Trustee.......................Gle1u1 Gore..................................................328-5575
Alten1ate Trustee......................Shery1 Schelkun..........................................4 78-4820

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P.R./Fundrais1ng........·; ............C).G.R.1\. Royalty.........................................242-2822
Dance & Entertainn1ent. ..........Phillip Caffey/Steve Dickson................•.......521-1378
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The businesses listed below not only a ppreciate our business, they support our
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Place your ad in the "Cowboy Way." Monthly rates are: $5 (or a lOo/o discount for O.G.R.A.
Members) for a business card ad, S 15 for a l /4 page ad, $25 for a l /2 page ad and $30 for a
full page ad.,. Special rates quarterly and annually are available. For more information or to
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Town and Country Hotel
500 Hotel Circle North San Diego CA 92 l 08
(800) 71-ATLAS or (6 1 9) 291-7131
Garden Rooms $78,
Tower Rooms from $84 {up to 4 guests per room)

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POST MARKED BY JULY i'.: $30 (SAVE $22)
AFTER JULY 1: $35'(SAVE $17)
(must be post marked by,September 14)

The_ Town and County Convention Center will be headquarters for oil
the Rodeo evening events. With over 7,000 square feet for boot
scootin', the Atlas Ballroom will host continuous dancing each night.
The , a djacent Mission Ball room will be the site of the evening
entertainment events.

TICKET BOOKLET OUTLETS (July 1 to September 22 only)
LOS ANGELES AREA
RAWHIDE, 1 0937 Burbank Boulevard, North ftollywood (818) 760-9798
FLOYDS , 2913 E. Anaheim Street, Long Be.ach (310) 433-9251
SAN FRANCISCO AREA
JAGUAR BOOKSTORE-Castro, 4057 1 8TH Street (41 5) 863-4777
SAN DIEGO AREA
KICKERS/HAMBURGER MARYS, 308 �,1Jversity Avenue (61 9) 491 -0400
BALLOON EXPERTS, 3934 Fifth Avenue (6'1�) 291 -0988
CALIFORNIA MAN, 3930 Fifih Avenue (61 9) 294-9108
POSTAL AN. NEX, 1 043 University Avenue (619J 298-7155

RODEO GROUNDS

INDIVIDUAL EVENT TICKET P8l(ES (only at the door)

The hotel is located right off I nterstate 8 on the famous Hotel Circle in
Mission Valley. The Town a n d Country is situated on 32 beautiful,
tropically l andscaped acres, with 4 swimming pools, whirlpool,
restaurants, cofes and �hops. {Remember you r fixin's and trim for our
2nd Annual Balcony Oecoratillg Contest.)
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THE WEEKEND PASS: A full-weekend /itket' booklet is available for all
Rodeo and Hotel events. · This package, vb,lued at $52, is available through
MAIL-ORDER or FAX with the TICKET O�DER FORM. Mail-order requests
must be accompanied by, check, monet, order or Visa and MasterCard
i nformation ( please i nclude a self-addressed, stamped, business-size
envelope). Faxed requests must incl �de the appropriate credit cord
information.

Del Mar Fairgrounds Grand Stan d and Turf Club
2260Jimmy Durante Boulevard
D�I Mor, California 92014

This year we are fortunate to be using the Grandstands and the Turf •
Club at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. We will be running 2 arenas
simulta neously i n front of the Grandstands.

Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Saturday
Sunday
Sunday

BOOTS & BRIEFS BENEF!T/KICK-OFF PARTY $5
HOEDOWN $7.
RODEO $15
DANCE STAMPEDE PARTY .. $10
RODEO $15 .
AWARD CEREMONY/DANCE no cover charge

The festival_with 50 exciting vendor booths, non-stop e nterta i n ment
stage and continuous open dancing wi l l be located in the Poddock and
Turf Club.
DIRECTIONS: Take Interstate 5 to Vio de la Valle exit, head west to
Jimmy Durante Blvd. Tu"rn left to parking lot entrance ($4.00 fee).
After parking, use the Main Fairgrounds Entrance and walk down the
• Avenue of the Palms to the ticket gates loc_a ted to the east of the
Gran dstands.
For those contestants wishing to stay near the rodeo site,
GSGRA/San Diego has secured rooms at the Solano Beach
Ramada lnn from Friday until Monday. Ask for .the special
G.S.G.R.A. Rodeo rate of $70.00. Call 1 -800-232-2407 for
reservations (before August 27th only).

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Don Reinwand - for the use of his truck trailer hnv
lumber and a 90 yard bolt of vinyl which 'was us�d ft);
the skirted banner. In essence the floatI

R.OM THE EDITOR

Hmvdy Rodeo Fans,

All members should go out of their wav to thank these
people. It is through their efforts that OGRA once agam
,:vas a visible entity in our commw1ity. If you happe71 to
see one of "THE FLOil..T HUlLDERS" out and about...
buy them a shot of Hot I)amn because they DAivJN sure
pulled through and 1t was HOT!

\Ve had a hi-follutin' time at the Oklahoma City Pride '96
parade, Pnde Vhthout Borders. 1\ few dedicated OGR.l\
members j w11ped in nt the last minute , pooled our efforts
and resources and scrapped together the OGR.A. entrv for
the p � rndc. To those few, an appreciated THANK 't'OU
1s cldmnely m order. OGRA's inclusion in this verv
nnportant commumty event was a rvIUST! All member.';
shouldgo out o(their way _ to thank t h e following people
who w111 hence torth be referred to as·

Another special thanks goes out to the OGRi\ members
,vho participated in the parnde. Don Reimvancl and Gmv
Gappa who pulled the float and threw "Skittles" t�)
unsuspecting spectators. Debornh Ly rm who stood in the
front of the float sparkling 111 spite of the heat Senora
Lmda Gappa in her S p anishattire throwing "Skittles"
hkc a broken pmata. Rick Jones who stood in the front
of the float by Deborah Lynne ( in his lx11l cap_ not
c�)wbgy t1at) throwing "Skittles" to cl � pping on.loc;kers.
C.:huck Dav 1son , whose wave wciuld- Jirnt-:e Quee'n
1:.,1iz1beth's wave pale, also thre,v "A Taste of the
Rainbow". Thanks to all of you. Because of your efforts
O9'RA was able to show our PRIDE i.n a . positive
Western \Vay
Or as Deb Chambds slo12an
said..."OGRA Breaking Dovm The Bcmlers .\11e
"Cowboy Way" I

THE FLOAT BUILDERS
Deb Ch.m1 bers � for the selfless. hours she spent running
aro�nd town p�1cking u p supplies and picking out the
pcnect colors J0r the im.nbow. And also for the use d
all her very butch tools. (Yes, I'm actually talking ab(•Ut
hammers, sav.1s, screwdrivers, de l
Chuck, Dav iso'.1 - for his relentless superv 1sory nbilities
nnd ot course tor the greatly appreciated beer run ...which
probably saved us all from heat stroke! And for his
ability to blow..... up the balloons for the float
Crary Gappa - for helping on every stage of the f1oat's
development
and for the constant encouraoernent
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rnmbmv erecting.

P hil Lupton
CorresDonding S,�cretary
O.GR�A

Sue & Sherry - for the u5e of their 2:arage and drivewav
at 8:0Ua.m. e,ren though
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�- thev- were;{'t expectino12:00 noon.

Words of Wisdo1n_
A body can pretend
to care, but they
can't pretend to. be
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Brent - for helping everv day of flont builclino- nncl for
sacrificing his burned lx1dy and working thro�gh sleep
depnvat1on...and he isn't _even a member! (V/e'll have to
look mto that m the near iuture. )
Steve Dickson - for sacrificing his knees on concrete like
fried eggs in a skillet. And fx aflowing Deborah Lynn
to bake m full make-up while waving lovingly at the
spectators.
David Kueter - for providing bw-gers and a cool pool for
the overheated Float Builders. And for running after the
"Skittles" we threw from the f)oat allmving parts of the
c rovv'd to "Taste the Rainbow".
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OGRA to match us in sponsoring a panel for
the new OGR.'\ arena at Larry's and Timrn's
- \Vhitc Spur Ranch.
Let's help support our organizatiQn. Show
everyone we care Yvhat happens to our
family.
Thank you very much.
Linda & Gary Gappa
Treasurer & Assistant

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With all the things gomg on in Montana . .the Freeman, the
Oh, ves!
Unibomber and Clarence Bates' Co,,.,bovs.
Clarence's Cowboys brought the Gay p;-ide parade m
One would think the
Billings to a alarming STOP!
"Skinheads" had blocked the road and there was two
hundred plus with a bulldozer ready to roll over all of us.
But, after a few tense moments, \Ve were on our way agam
singing 2 - 4 - 6 - 8 what do we want "Miller Light"! \\/hen
do we :'\,.,'ant it, NOW' And Clarence's Cowboys just waved
and sm.ilecl. What a hoot I

Happy July 4th to
all 131 Me1n·bers.

Billings w�s a small rodeo Only 55 contestants. But it wris
a good turnout }..,fost everyone had a good time ... even when
I fell down that flight of stairs and ended up with tea and
creamy sweet salad dressing all over the walls, carpet and
me. I.hanks Ron and Bill! It was their stalfS I fell dovm.
However, they \Vere still the ideal host all weekend.
Now for some old business. Our Rodeo was a blur I was so
bmy I hope someone saw \vhat or who I did? I knmv as
President I need to refresh our stand on some items:
Item No. 1 - When we vote on something as a group, Let's
respect what we voted for.
Item No. 2 - Any misrepresentation of the organization ,vill
be dealt with as outlined in the By-Laws or how ever the
Executive Board deems fit.
Working together 1s what makes OGRA one of the best
associations in IGRA There is a lot of things happening in
the next few months. I know Phil will do his best to keep u<;
infom1ed of coming events, dates, places and times.
One more thing, Paula L BrO\vn, TH.i'\NK YOU for the
story about our May rodeo. A great piece of writing!

NOTICE:

The ne,v hours for the
Treasure to receive 111oneys
and pay rei1nbursements are:
Friday Nights
8:00 p.111. - to - Midnight

Until Next Time,
Rick Jones
President
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The [)e]eg:atcs for the I.G.R.A. Convention in Albuquerque,
NM July 25,26,27 & 28 are:
Deborah Lvnne
Chuck Dm;ison
Kim Dmvson
Timm Durm - Alternate
Phillip Caffey - Alternate
Gary Gappa has been nominated to Chair the Nomination
Committee for the new Executive Board Officers.
Shcrvl Schelkun has been nominated to Chair the 1997 Great
Plains Regional Rodeo Poster Contest. Entries can be
dropped off at the Bunkhouse. There will be a cash prize of
••• ·$2-S(P:;(l-teeth-e--+lic.in!-l(�r, G�0.o.d Luck! . _ . _
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Dd, Chambers has been nominated to Chair the Logistics
Committee.
Get ready for the O G.RA.. Royalty Competiticm coming up
in October. Judges for the competition are:
Shery 1 Schelkun
Kirn Dawson
Lany Brandon
The competitors \\'ill be judged in the follow·ing categories

General
Membership

Personal Intervie,v
Horsernanship
Talent
\Vestern Wear
On Stage Interview
Good Luck to all!

Special Notice:
The Windy City Rodeo
scheduled for August 16-18
has been cancelled.

General Men1bership - 2:00 p.m.
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requests your presence
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MURDER IN DALLAS SHOW
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DATE
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PLACE Roundup, Dallas:- TX
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President. ..................................Rick Jones ........................................ 1-918-775-8879
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Vice-President. . ........................I-Iarold
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rl""'reasurer...................................L 111d a G appa................................................9 4 6 -)830
Recording Secretary.................Sherry Ward.................................................840-05 10
Corresponding Secretary..........Phil Lupton..................................................355-9592
I.G.R.A. Trustee.......................Gle1u1 Gore..................................................328-5575
Alten1ate Trustee......................Shery1 Schelkun..........................................4 78-4820

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Rodeo Co111111ittee ....................Da·vid Kueter................................................842-1802
P.R./Fundrais1ng........·; ............C).G.R.1\. Royalty.........................................242-2822
Dance & Entertainn1ent. ..........Phillip Caffey/Steve Dickson................•.......521-1378
:tvfe1nbership.............................l)avid Kueter................................................842-1802
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By-La,vs Con1111ittee............... Shery l Schelkun ........................................... .478-4820
Rode-�v�'\ltts: .......: .................Tinnn T}unn .....: ..........................:........... ,. ..-, ,. 190_-3648
The businesses listed below not only a ppreciate our business, they support our
6rganization. Just show your O.G.R.A: Membership Card and redeve 10% off.

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Place your ad in the "Cowboy Way." Monthly rates are: $5 (or a lOo/o discount for O.G.R.A.
Members) for a business card ad, S 15 for a l /4 page ad, $25 for a l /2 page ad and $30 for a
full page ad.,. Special rates quarterly and annually are available. For more information or to
place dn ad contact Phil Lupton at l-405-355-9592 or call the Rodeo Hotline at l-405-842-0849

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Town and Country Hotel
500 Hotel Circle North San Diego CA 92 l 08
(800) 71-ATLAS or (6 1 9) 291-7131
Garden Rooms $78,
Tower Rooms from $84 {up to 4 guests per room)

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POST MARKED BY JULY i'.: $30 (SAVE $22)
AFTER JULY 1: $35'(SAVE $17)
(must be post marked by,September 14)

The_ Town and County Convention Center will be headquarters for oil
the Rodeo evening events. With over 7,000 square feet for boot
scootin', the Atlas Ballroom will host continuous dancing each night.
The , a djacent Mission Ball room will be the site of the evening
entertainment events.

TICKET BOOKLET OUTLETS (July 1 to September 22 only)
LOS ANGELES AREA
RAWHIDE, 1 0937 Burbank Boulevard, North ftollywood (818) 760-9798
FLOYDS , 2913 E. Anaheim Street, Long Be.ach (310) 433-9251
SAN FRANCISCO AREA
JAGUAR BOOKSTORE-Castro, 4057 1 8TH Street (41 5) 863-4777
SAN DIEGO AREA
KICKERS/HAMBURGER MARYS, 308 �,1Jversity Avenue (61 9) 491 -0400
BALLOON EXPERTS, 3934 Fifth Avenue (6'1�) 291 -0988
CALIFORNIA MAN, 3930 Fifih Avenue (61 9) 294-9108
POSTAL AN. NEX, 1 043 University Avenue (619J 298-7155

RODEO GROUNDS

INDIVIDUAL EVENT TICKET P8l(ES (only at the door)

The hotel is located right off I nterstate 8 on the famous Hotel Circle in
Mission Valley. The Town a n d Country is situated on 32 beautiful,
tropically l andscaped acres, with 4 swimming pools, whirlpool,
restaurants, cofes and �hops. {Remember you r fixin's and trim for our
2nd Annual Balcony Oecoratillg Contest.)
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THE WEEKEND PASS: A full-weekend /itket' booklet is available for all
Rodeo and Hotel events. · This package, vb,lued at $52, is available through
MAIL-ORDER or FAX with the TICKET O�DER FORM. Mail-order requests
must be accompanied by, check, monet, order or Visa and MasterCard
i nformation ( please i nclude a self-addressed, stamped, business-size
envelope). Faxed requests must incl �de the appropriate credit cord
information.

Del Mar Fairgrounds Grand Stan d and Turf Club
2260Jimmy Durante Boulevard
D�I Mor, California 92014

This year we are fortunate to be using the Grandstands and the Turf •
Club at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. We will be running 2 arenas
simulta neously i n front of the Grandstands.

Thursday
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Saturday
Saturday
Sunday
Sunday

BOOTS & BRIEFS BENEF!T/KICK-OFF PARTY $5
HOEDOWN $7.
RODEO $15
DANCE STAMPEDE PARTY .. $10
RODEO $15 .
AWARD CEREMONY/DANCE no cover charge

The festival_with 50 exciting vendor booths, non-stop e nterta i n ment
stage and continuous open dancing wi l l be located in the Poddock and
Turf Club.
DIRECTIONS: Take Interstate 5 to Vio de la Valle exit, head west to
Jimmy Durante Blvd. Tu"rn left to parking lot entrance ($4.00 fee).
After parking, use the Main Fairgrounds Entrance and walk down the
• Avenue of the Palms to the ticket gates loc_a ted to the east of the
Gran dstands.
For those contestants wishing to stay near the rodeo site,
GSGRA/San Diego has secured rooms at the Solano Beach
Ramada lnn from Friday until Monday. Ask for .the special
G.S.G.R.A. Rodeo rate of $70.00. Call 1 -800-232-2407 for
reservations (before August 27th only).

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