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| 2010 Lost Dutchman Days Rodeo Finalist | |
| Queen- Nicole Fisher | |
| Sr. Teen- Lauren Meehan | |
| Jr. Teen- Codi Ross | |
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Previous Year's Finalist
Please select to display prior year's LDD Rodeo Pageant finalist
2010 LLD Rodeo Royalty Court
2009 LLD Rodeo Royalty Court
2008 LLD Rodeo Royalty Court
2007 LLD Rodeo Royalty Court
2006 LLD Rodeo Royalty Court
2005 LLD Rodeo Royalty Court
2004 LLD Rodeo Royalty Court
Click here to see the 2010 Pageant 50/50 Raffle winner!
February 25th, 26th & 27th
The 47th Annual Lost Dutchman Days Open Rodeo begins at 1:30 P.M. each day in the Rodeo Park in Apache Junction. Rodeo events include Bull riding, Saddlebronc, Bareback, Calf & Team Roping, Steer Wrestling and Ladies Barrel Racing and Breakaway Roping.For more information regarding entry fees, dates and times, click here - Rodeo Information.
See 2010 Rodeo Results Here.
Carnival Events
Lost Dutchman Days Carnival features 30 + rides and carnival events located in the Event Center. Carnival runs from 9:00 A.M. - 11:00 P.M. Friday and Saturday. 9:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. on Sunday.
Parade
The Lost Dutchman Days Parade is a free event. It begins at 9:00 A.M. in downtown Apache Junction. Route: On Apache Trail, between Idaho and Ironwood - begins at Phelps, just west of Idaho and goes west to Ironwood and returns. This parade allows viewers to see and line up on either side of the route.
Lost Dutchman Days Arts & Crafts Fair
Apache Junction Soroptimist Arts & Crafts Fair held at the Pinal County Complex is a one day only event between the hours of 9:00 A. M thru 4:00 P.M. Come join us to see the artists and crafter's display their fine workmanship.
Rodeo Dance
This is an outdoor event located at the Rodeo Grounds. This annual event is fun- fun- fun. There will be a large (and I mean large) bonfire for warmth and atmosphere. We sometimes refer to it as the old fashioned Barn Dance (less a Barn). It has straw bail seating and a dirt dance floor which has been enjoyed by all throughout the years. This event is limited to persons over 21 years of age.
BLM Wild Horse and Burro Adoptions, Conducted by the Bureau of Land Management
Wild horses and burros that represent the spirit of the historic West will be available to qualifying homes at an adoption event which is sponsored by the BLM during Lost Dutchman Days at the Apache Junction Rodeo Grounds. More than 30 animals will be featured and offered for this adoption.
The BLM offers excess wild burros and horses gathered from public lands in the West to qualified adopters who must demonstrate humane care for the animals for a year prior to receiving title. To qualify to adopt, you must be 18 years of age with approved facilities and transportation.
For more information and adoption qualifications, call BLM at 623-580-5500 or toll free 1-866-4MUSTANGS or go to their website at www.wildhorseandburro.blm.gov.
Cowgirls Historical Foundation
Galloping with Gusto and Saddled Up for Service is the Cowgirls Historical Foundation! This talented group of riders has earned many accolades and awards; both as a team and individual riders. They have had the honor of being selected to ride in the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade for the past 2 years. Donating hundreds of hours to community service and charity events; they reach out to share their time and talents. Working to preserve our western heritage, they present a fun educational program and "Wearing It Western" fashion show. The Cowgirls Historical Foundation loves the sport of Rodeo! Many of their riders have enjoyed the privilege of serving as Rodeo Royalty for rodeos across Arizona and the country. The CHF Drill team has performed at L.A.'s Equestfest and many rodeos.
Happy Trails and "May the Horse Be With You" from the Cowgirls Historical Foundation! www.cowgirlshistoricalfoundation.com
