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Tuesday, March 10, 2009

IGRA University

The International Gay Rodeo Association recently held their annual IGRA University in Las Vegas the weekend of February 20-22, 2009. IGRA University is a fantastic way to learn about rodeo production, web design and development, chapter operations, and Country/Western dance.

This year's IGRA University set attendance records with over 130 students representing member associations from all over the United States and Canada. GSGRA had the largest contingent with 23 students, five of whom were from the BAC.

The next IGRA University will be held January 15-17, 2010. Stay tuned for more information on next year's location.

Fundraising at Golden Gate Fields

The BAC has been presented with an unbelievably wonderful opportunity to raise funds while staffing the Golden Gate Fields Dollar Days Booth.

For those of you not familiar with Golden Gate Fields, it is a horse racing track located in North Berkeley. Every Sunday, they host Dollar Days where guests get $1 general admission, $1 parking, $1 programs, $1 beers, $1 hot dogs, and $1 sodas.

In return for staffing the Dollar Days Booth, Golden Gate Fields donates funds back to the BAC. We still need volunteers for 4/19/09 and 6/07/09. If you're interested, please contact Skot Land at skot_land@live.com.

Bay Area Rodeo Royalty Competition
April 19, 2009 6:00 pm at Marlena's Bar

Every year the Bay Area Chapter holds a competition for the titles of Mr., Ms., MsTer, and Miss Bay Area Rodeo. The contest is adapted from the International Gay Rodeo Association's royalty contest and involves several aspects including Personal Interview, Public Presentation, Western Wear, Entertainment, Horsemanship, and Fundraising. The winning contestants and the first runner up for each title form the royalty team. The team plays a vital role representing the chapter throughout the year, helping other community organizations, and raising money for charity. Don't miss this year's competition...it's certain to be a great one!

Interested in running for Mr, Ms, MsTer or Miss Bay Area Rodeo? Get your complete contestant information here:

2009 Royalty Entry Form

2009 Royalty Rules

2009 Title Holder Requirements

Social Networking

The BAC has moved into the Social Networking Arena. We can now be found on Facebook and MySpace. Check it out for yourself!

BAC on Facebook

BAC on MySpace

Do You Have News? Comments? Suggestions?

The Bay Area Chapter board very much wants to hear from you. It is through your input that we can continue to make this organization better. Do you have news about upcoming events we should be letting everyone know about? Do you have comments or suggestions for future chapter events? Do you have feedback on what we're doing well, what we could do better, and perhaps what we're currently doing wrong? Don't hesitate to contact any of us by emailing board@bayarearodeo.com.