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Thank you very much, for your interest in the 2010 Lost Dutchman Days Rodeo Royalty Pageant. Our Lost Dutchman Days Rodeo Royalty Committee has been working all year to make this year the best Lost Dutchman Days Rodeo Royalty Pageant yet. | 2010 Lost Dutchman Days Rodeo Finalist | |
| Queen- Nicole Fisher | |
| Sr. Teen- Lauren Meehan | |
| Jr. Teen- Codi Ross |
Official crowning of Miss Lost Dutchman Days is held at the Lost Dutchman Days Rodeo Pre Rodeo Show Sunday March 28th, 2010 (tentative).
Pageant Times
7:30 A.M. Private Interview at Elks Lodge, Apache Junction
9:00 A.M. Lost Dutchman Days Queen Reunion Starts
10:00 A.M. Breakfast then the onstage part of the pageant
12:30 P.M. (tentative) Horsemanship at Apache Junction Rodeo Arena
To learn more about how you can show your support for the 2010 Lost Dutchman Days Rodeo Queen Pageant and Scholarship Contest click here.
Any questions can be directed to the LDD Rodeo Royalty Co-Coordinator - Francesqua Curtis-May
E-mail: misslostdutchmandays@yahoo.com or call 520-307-4404
The Lost Dutchman Days Rodeo Royalty Pageant is held annually to select 3 young ladies fulfilling the titles of:
- Jr. Teen Queen
Ages 10 - 13 - Sr. Teen Queen Ages 14 - 17
- Queen Ages 18 - 24
Please select the drop down box to display prior year's LDD Rodeo Pageant finalist
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February 25th, 26th, 27th & 28th
The 46th 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.
Carnival Events
February 26th, 27th & 28th
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. Select Tickets for more information.
Parade
Saturday, February 27th
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. Application must be in our office no later than February 12th, 2010.
Application fee is $30 for non-commercial and $100 for commercial. Select 2010 Lost Dutchman Days Parade for online application. For further information on the LDD Parade contact us at (480) 982-3141.
Lost Dutchman Days Arts & Crafts Fair
February 27th, 2010
Apache Junction Soroptimist Arts & Crafts Fair held at the Pinal County Complex is a one day only event on Saturday, February 27, 2010 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. Select link for further information.
Rodeo Dance
Saturday, February 27th
The Rodeo Dance is held on Saturday, February 27th at 7:00 P.M. until 11:00 P. M. This is an outdoor event located at the Rodeo Grounds. The Desert Knights Band will be performing throughout the night. Admission price is $5.00. Save $2.00 per ticket when ticket is purchased in advance. 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
February 26th, 27th & 28th
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.
This year, 2010, The Cowgirls Historical Foundation will not be attending but look forward to next years events.
Happy Trails and "May the Horse Be With You" from the Cowgirls Historical Foundation! www.cowgirlshistoricalfoundation.com
