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Penn Valley Community Rodeo Association
The Penn Valley Community Rodeo Association is a non profit corporation, founded in 2005 to promote the sport of rodeo in Penn Valley, and to preserve the western lifestyle. The PVCRA benefits local schools and service clubs. PVCRA awards two scholarships each year to students in Agriculture.
California Cowboys Professional Rodeo Association
The leading rodeo organization in the State, the California Cowboys Professional Rodeo Association is a non profit organization founded in 1966. It sanctions rodeos throughout California, and co sanctions rodeos in Nevada, Washington and Oregon. Cardholders come from all walks of life and compete for more than $500,000 in prize money.
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PENN VALLEY RODEO IS THE BIGGEST EVENT IN PENN VALLEY & THE ONLY RODEO IN WESTERN NEVADA COUNTY!
Entertainment
Jeff Lee
Rodeo Announcer
Jeff Lee’s voice is not just heard; it’s felt. His voice enhances the rodeo experience for spectators, creating an environment where fans are not only entertained, but also educated about the events they’re witnessing. Whether it’s calling a thrilling bull ride or describing the strategy behind the fastest timed event run, Jeff has the ability to deepen the audience’s connection to the sport.
Four Star Rodeo
Stock Contractor
Four Star Rodeo Company has been providing award-
Four Star Rodeo Company, and their experienced personnel, create top notch productions featuring quality family entertainment and some of the best bulls and bucking horses in the business.
5Michael Dwyer is a Professional Rodeo Music Director from the Central Valley of California. At the age of 27 Michael has been working Rodeos across the Western United States for over 12 years while learning from some of the best entertainers in the Sport of Pro Rodeo.
“I would like to thank the Penn Valley Rodeo for choosing me to be a part of your 2025 Rodeo”
DALTON MORRIS
He’s Not Your Everyday Entertainer
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You can find Professional Rodeo Entertainer Dalton Morris making crowds of all ages laugh with his humorous antics, trick roping and T-Shirt launching skills. You just never know what Dalton may have up his sleeve to keep you entertained.
Dancing Following Rodeo Both Nights ’til 11:00pm
Welcome The James Slack Band back to Penn Valley Rodeo!
The James Slack Band is a country rock band based in Oroville, CA. The band has been exciting its fans since formation in 2003 and have played all over California for the last two decades playing everything from Merle Haggard to Lynyrd Skinner. They are the house band for Gold Country Casino. The band consists of Eric Panganahanon lead guitar and back-up vocals; John Spielman on percussions and back up vocals; Tom Whitley on bass guitar; and James Slack, a Penn Valley native, on rythym guitar and lead vocals. The band is excited to be back at the Penn Valley Rodeo and wishes to dedicate this performance to the memory of PVCRA Past President, Linda Davidson.
PVCRA is a member of CCPRA. All entries for contestants to compete in our rodeo’s bulls, broncs, roping, etc. are handled through CCPRA. For more information, visit http://www.ccpra.com/rodeo_entry3.pdf or https://www.facebook.com/groups/184116868329314/
Non-Profits
We are proud to enable the fundraising efforts of non-profit groups in our area including:
The Penn Valley Area Chamber of Commerce – Community Partner
The Penn Valley Rodeo Benefits all Penn Valley Businesses by bringing tourists to our town. The Penn Valley Chamber hosts the Rodeo Parade and generates sales of it’s items at a booth at the rodeo.
Ready Springs School – Snack Shack
Ready Springs School runs the Snack Shack and makes much needed money for additional programs at the school.
Kare Crisis Nursery – Pie Booth
Kare Crisis Nursery Sells a variety of fresh pies by the slice and ala mode proceeds support the sheltering of young children who need a break from stressful situations.
Nevada Union Sports Boosters – Tickets and Hamburger/Hotdog Meals
NU Sports Boosters will be paid to man the ticket booths this year and will also be running the Hamburger/Hotdog booth – this organization helps keep the athletic program at Nevada Union going when other funding runs short. Athletics is a vital benefit to our youth, helping students achieve fitness goals, gain confidence and even helps them get much needed scholarship dollars.
Penn Valley Community Rodeo Association Scholarship Fund
Each Year the Penn Valley Community Rodeo Association awards scholarships to tw deserving high school students who are interested in Ag endeavors.
Penn Valley Community Rodeo Support at the Junior Livestock Auction
Each year at the Nevada County Fair our Association places bump ups and add ons for students who are selling projects at the Junior Livestock auction.
Paramedic Scholarship program
The Penn Valley Rodeo Association Board of Directors has decided to participate annually in the development and funding of a Paramedic Scholarship program to benefit The Penn Valley Fire District in its retention of Paramedic Staff.