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Western Art and Gear Show
at the Kamloops Cowboy Festival
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It's exhibitors like these that help make
the Kamloops Cowboy Festival
the Biggest and the Best of its kind in Canada!
March 8th - 10th, 2013
Friday, 12:00 PM to 6:45 PM
Saturday, 10:00 AM to 6:45 PM
Sunday, 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Here's a list of the 2012 exhibitors.
You can use the following index to look for a particular exhibitor - just
click on their name to find their photo and bio, or scroll down the page and check
them all out.
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Phone: 250-267-1598
bar07@live.com
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Bar O Seven Ironworks
Mike McGuinness has been cowboying on ranches for the past 30 years. Because of the
remoteness of some of the ranches, equipment and tools had to be made by hand.
Working with the old timers, Mike learned how
to become self sufficient in blacksmithing. This unique craft
enables the heat of the forge to create those hard to find tools, hinges, wind chimes,
pot racks, unique weather vanes and almost anything the mind can imagine.
Mike enjoys the challenge of creating something unique and personal for his customers.
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bchsra
See the BC High School Rodeo Association web site at:
www.bchsra.ca
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BC High School Rodeo Association
High School students from all over BC compete in regional Rodeo events between September and June concurrent with the
school year. High School Rodeo members practice and compete in their events, while learning from each other and creating
friendships that will last a lifetime. In June each year the BCHSRA Finals are held, where the top 12 students in each
rodeo event, from each of the North and South Regions compete to earn prizes and scholarships for all their hard work
throughout the season. The top 4 competitors in each event then qualify to participate in the National High School Rodeo
Finals held in the USA in July. In August, the top 5 competitors will also qualify for the Canadian High School Rodeo
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Finals and those will be held in Virden Manitoba this year. We pride ourselves in making High School Rodeo a rewarding
and fulfilling experience for our competitors. Education is very important to our association and we strive to present
many bursaries and scholarships for our graduating class. Many other awards are also given out to the top competitors
in each event. To start each High School Rodeo, the students run a Grand Entry to showcase the flags of the sponsors
who generously support and make High School Rodeo in British Columbia possible.
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BCRA Office
Phone: 250-398-4104
bcrodeoassn@telus.net
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BCRA - BC Rodeo Association
The initial Interior Amateur Rodeo Association (IRA) was establised and operated from
1965 - 1988. The present day BCRA resulted from the amalgamation of the IRA with the
Yellowhead Rodeo Association and the Vancouver Island Rodeo Association. The BCRA
approves a total of 22 rodeos in 22 communities, which range from Kispiox and Fort
Nelson in the north to Chilliwack and Vancouver Island in the south. The BCRA is the
largest rodeo association in the province and
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Photo - Tommy's Rodeo Pictures
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features among the highest paying semi
professional rodeos in Western Canada. The ranks of the BCRA vary from long time
veterans of the sport and Canadian Professional Rodeo Champions to the young and
upcoming junior event competitors. The BCRA membership in 2008 was 565 with the
youngest competitor at 5 years and the most senior at 73.
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Barkerville's web site is:
www.barkerville.ca
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Barkerville Historic Town
Unlike many gold rush towns from this era - which have long disappeared - Barkerville remains a thriving place, rich
in history and full of life. You can tour the town with one of the colourful characters from Barkerville’s past,
watch the notorious Judge Begbie strike fear into the hearts of history's criminals, witness authentic gold rush
theatre, and see a real Cornish Waterwheel in action. Pan for gold with your family and friends, visit Barkerville's
well preserved Chinatown, and go back to school in the 1800s. Or, learn about the town at your own pace by visiting
our historic buildings and beautiful displays.
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Toll Free: 1-888-994-3332
barkerville@barkerville.ca
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Brown Creek Wild Rags
Beautiful, hand-made, one of kind wild rags in a large variety of colors and sizes. Custom order's accepted.
Sizes range from 24" square to 54" square. Brown Creek Wild Rags are made of silk or satin charmeuse.
Made for Cowboys and Cowgirls..........
and those who wish they were.
Shaunere Lane
www.browncreekwildrags.com
1-877-625-4032
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Canadian Cowboy Country magazine
Tanner Young Publishing Group. A full gloss magazine Celebrating people, places,
and the Western Lifestyle. With sections like; Ranching in the west, Homes of the West,
Living Legends, Cowboy Way, Featured CD, Featured Book, Who's Hot in the Rodeo world,
Event Calendar, and In the Corral.
www.canadiancowboy.ca.
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Cariboo Saddlery
"Custom Made Saddles and Gear"
Headstalls, reins, breast collars, stirrups, saddlebags,
bucking rolls, chaps, and much more all made in his own shop in the heart of cowboy
country
Williams Lake, BC!
(250) 392-3735
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Charming
is in 100 Mile House, BC. Vintage Collectable Cowboy Items for Sale. Spurs, Bits, Buckles,
Braided Hobbles, Horse Hair Rope, Leather Cuffs, Leather Chaps and Woolies, Cowboy Clock,
1970's Williams Lake Posters and other miscellaneous Cowboy Collectables. Contact -
Cheryl Evans-Klassen at 250-791-5400 or email:
kid1-08@shaw.ca
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Cowboy Classic Equipment
Saddles by Don Loewen
A well known Cowboy and Saddlemaker from the Nicola Valley. Don
has been making saddles on and off for 30 years! Many professional and casual cowboys
can attest to the quality and well fitting saddles he has made. Don works out of his own
store in downtown Merritt, BC.
Phone Don at: 250-378-9263
Visit Don's web site:
www.saddle-maker.com
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Email Don at:
donloewen@saddle-maker.com
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Dave's web site is:
www.davespress.com
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Dr Dave Perrin and Dave's Press
Dave's Press was established by Dr. Perrin in 2000 with the release of his first volume in the Adventures of a
Country Vet series, Don't Turn Your Back in the Barn. It followed with Dr. Dave's Stallside Manner, Where Does it
Hurt? and Never Say Die. When the Going Gets Tough, was released in 2010. A book he wrote with Debbie Palmer in
2005, Keep Sweet...Children of Polygamy, won the Vancity prize for the best BC book on women's issues.
Currently in the developmental stages, the press is looking at branching out to publish works by other writers of
non-fiction. As Perrin says, "Why would anyone want to make things up when real people live such intriguing lives?"
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Dave's Press Inc
250-428-3931
dave@davespress.com
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Their web site is:
www.greywolfmetalart.com
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GreyWolf Metal Art
Based in Lac La Hache, BC, they are a husband/wife team specializing in unique silhouette
railings, indoor and outdoor furniture, custom signs, fire pits, gates and beautiful in
house decor pieces. Custom silhouettes are designed by the artist Ron Sleeman and they can
also create designs from your photographs or sketches. All their artwork is in house powder
coated and they take great pride in their intricate cutting style. They are very proud to have
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Phone Ron and Heather
at: 250-396-4396
Or Email the at:
greywolfmetalart@gmail.com
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nine different countries, and welcome previous customers and new customers.
They look forward to designing and creating a custom silhouette for you. There is nothing
that they can't design or cut, so let the sky be the limit.
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Hope River Metal Art
This family run business holds true the values of creativity, craftsmanship and quality.
Being familiar with horses and cattle provides the insight of detail necessary to
capture the spirit of the equine and the romance of the old west. Lorie's work can be
found at larger shows, select shops and studios, as well as commissioned artwork.
Included in the show will be a variety of functional metal artwork, specializing in
western and wildlife designs. Much of Lorie's work is custom and she welcomes any orders.
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Hope River Metal Art is
located in Chilliwack,BC
Phone Lorie at: (604) 823-4119
hoperivermetalart@hotmail.com
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The Horse Gate Trailer Sales
Make your next trailer purchase your best one! We carry Maverick, Royal T, and Cherokee Horse and Stock Trailers. Whether
you need an entry level trailer to get to a lesson down the road or a full size living quarters to get to the finals we can
get you what you want and need. And for less than you would expect! We have
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many flexible finance and lease options available
to fit your budget as well. Cant make it in? We will deliver almost anywhere. Give us a call we are here to help ...
phone: 250-379-2790, email:
info@thehorsegate.com, or see our web site:
www.thehorsegate.com
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Joanne's Saddle Blankets are
homemade from pure sheep's wool! Guaranteed quality! Long lasting! Absorbs sweat!
Breathes! Cannot sore your horse! Made to order and can include your brand or initials.
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Phone Joanne at (780) 672-1076
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Kactus Western Wear
Custom made western wear by Julie Thoreson in Balzac, Alberta.
Mens and Ladies 3/4 length canvas jackets
Mens Gambler and Cadet Collar wool vest
Hip Length jackets All jackets are unique and custom made for each individual
cowboy or cowgirl!
Call Julie 403-512-3390
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Lazy B Leather
Randy has been riding all his life, and cowboyed in
the 100 Mile area in 1970/80s, until he went logging
on the Coast where he was later injured. Being disabled
at the age of 32, he started doing leather work for a
living. For over 14 years he has been doing leather
tooling and custom building items such as guitar straps,
suspenders, chaps, chinks, hair pieces, belts, and bridles,
as well as reconditioning and repairing saddles.
Everything is hand done, and no two articles are alike.
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Vickey Bischoff
(250) 955-2374
vbischof@mail.ocis.net
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Longhorn Rope Creations
"Authentic Piece of the True North"
Our unique rope creations have been recycled, washed
and made into a one-of-a-kind bowl, lamp, mirror, vase or
just about anything you can dream up.
From decorating your home to an unusual gift for
someone special that has everything.
"Your imagination is our limitation"
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Kris Henry
(250) 546-6494
dallyup2@telus.net
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Louisinana Hayride
A show based on the actual live radio show that was broadcast nationally from Shreveport, Louisiana from 1948 to 1960.
It was instrumental in establishing the careers of many singers. The artists performing at this show include: Hank Williams,
Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Patsy Cline, Jim Reeves, Marty Robbins, Roy Orbison, and more. For more information phone:
250-833-0003 or email: gohayride@telus.net.
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Marie Downing Art
As an artist Marie spent many years cultivating her skills using different medias - she discovered painting with
India inks, and fell in love with it. With certain techniques and layering of colors she can create the correct color
and texture that she's after. Second to this, Marie loves to work with leather, making purses, bike bags, and masks.
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250-819-2075
Info@artbymarie.ca
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skye_hi_farms@telus.net
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Mountain Hi Soapworks Yarrow, BC
Featuring ... Goat Milk Soap
Milk of all kinds has long been known as a rejuvenator and moisturizer of human skin and goat milk has always been the
most acceptable of all milks for people with sensitive digestion - this is also true when it is used externally. Many
people report that they can use only goat milk soap (and in some cases, the unscented soaps) with no allergic reaction.
All soaps contain natural oils, goat milk, sodium hydroxide and pure essential oils. Besides bars, the soaps come
individually molded and unscented in the shapes of horses, cowboy boots, hats and saddles, goats, roosters, pigs,
dogs, cats, eagles, sheep, cows, rabbits and teddies. Other products include related bath items, and candles and
note cards in Western and Native Themes
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Museum of the
Cariboo Chilcotin! |
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A True Cowboy Museum!
The home of the BC Cowboy Hall of Fame and so much more! Ranching history, rodeo history,
Williams Lake History, High School Rodeo, and on and on! Be sure to find out more about the
Museum of the Cariboo Chilcotin at their booth this year!
www.cowboy-museum.com
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In her business and with her own horses, Mandy's main objective is to see the quality of life
of our horses lived out as naturally as possible, no matter the equine discipline.
Email Mandy at:
slowhayfeeders@live.ca
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Natural Alternative Grazers
From horses, ponies, donkeys, mules and miniatures, to llamas, goats and exotics, Natural Alternative Grazers makes a slow
feeder N.A.G. Bag for every grazing animal. After years of research, education and experience in the horse industry, Mandy
Blais discovered the need for a quality slow feeder. To this end, she created Natural Alternative Grazers or N.A.G. Bags,
that mimic natural grazing. This product is proudly Canadian-sourced
and manufactured for optimal horse health.
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250-308-6208
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Original Cariboo Stirrups
Henry Loiseau from the 108 Mile Ranch makes these beautiful custom stirrups. More info
to follow.
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Email Henry at:
hyloiseau@uniserve.com
or phone/fax: (250) 791-5547
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Pony Express Equine Herbs
Kim Ayers is a practising graduate of the BC College of Equine Therapy. Her line of equine supplements
are designed to help restore the natural dietary balance required for a long, healthy and happy life. Specific
blends are Lunar Mare for the mare that experiences unpleasant symptoms due to estrous cycle, Tummy Tamer, to
optimize digestion in the sensitive horse, Inflammation Quencher for aches and pains, Optimum Immunity to give your
horse the upper hand bacterial and/or viral infections and Metabolic Order for the easy keeper, to promote proper
weight, mood, soundness and shedding out by balancing the endocrine system and blood sugars.
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Phone Kim at:
250-256-1753
Or email:
kimayers@telus.net
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Rafter K Wheelwright
A journeyman carpenter by trade, Randy spent 30 years in the construction business before turning an interest in the
art of wheelwrighting (about 12 years ago) and a love of history into a new set of skills and a full-time job. With
initial training at an introductory course in wheelwrighting at the Western Development Museum in Saskatoon, followed
by advanced courses in specialized areas, Randy finds that he continues to learn by doing and by sharing knowledge
with other experienced wheelwrights. Randy currently serves as President
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Phone Randy at:
250-262-9547
Or see his web site:
www.rafterk.ca
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of the Western Canadian Wheelwright's
Association(WCWA). To date, Randy estimates that he has built or repaired over 1,000 wheels and 100 wagons and
sleighs. Randy is now expanding into the area of custom built furniture and other original design pieces for the
home, be it a wagon, sleigh, table or bench each piece is unique and totally built by hand with much care.
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Dana Hinsche 250-398-0914
150 Mile Realty
Les Leary 250-318-5100
RE/MAX Real Estate Kamloops
Bob Granholm 250-249-0004
RE/MAX Centre City
Verna Houghtaling 250-960-8338
Royal Lepage Prince George
Paul Dumoret 250-535-0395
RE/MAX Wine Capital Realty
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We specialize in Ranch and Acreage Sales and offer a unique real estate service.
Local realtors are primarily interested in buyers and sellers in the local market. Our
primary focus is ranch and acreage sales. Our website is the strength and pride of our
marketing efforts, getting an average of 30,000 hits per day, all from people searching
for ranch type properties. We advertise in agricultural publications across Western
Canada, such as The Western Producer, Western Investor, and many trade magazines. Ranch
real estate can be complicated and at times stressful, so let your ranching sales team
experts take care of your needs!
www.ranchesonly.com
1-877-374-3331
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Phone Richard at:
(250) 378-0936
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Richard Tenisch Silversmith
This incredible silversmith works from his home in Merritt, BC. Richard
does silver work for saddles (a lot for Andy Knight) as well as jewelry.
This year the BC Cowboy Heritage Society will once again be raffling off a commemorative belt
buckle - "2012 Kamloops Cowboy Festival" (photo on the left). Another example of Richard's silver work is the
silver buckle on the right, which was a past years "Top Saddle" prize.
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Email Richard at:
rtenisch@gmail.com
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Saddle Up Magazine
Your Horse News Source - 33,000+ readers and over 4000 web site visitors per month. Dedicated to promoting and supporting
western Canada's equine world through horse people, clubs, associations, shows, events, and any other horseplay activity!
Nancy Roman, and Saddle Up magazine are major sponsors of the Kamloops Cowboy Festival.
www.saddleup.ca
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250-546-9922
nancyroman@saddleup.ca
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www.studiofive-o.com
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Studio Five-0 Photography
is owned and operated by Mike and Natalie Anfield. Based in Kamloops, BC we provide a full range of photographic
services and products including workshops and photo tours. Living in Kamloops we are blessed with beautiful scenery,
abundant wildlife and surrounded by working cattle and horse ranches.
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778-220-7052
fiveo@gmail.com
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We are lucky enough to call many of the ranchers
friends and have had the privilege of documenting some of the life of a working rancher. It is these modern images of
the "Old West" that we will be displaying at the Kamloops Cowboy Festival available as prints, canvas wraps or photo
cards. We would love to come to your ranch to shoot, please contact us for more information.
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SweetWater Bronze
by Linda L. Kelly
A classic 'horse crazy kid' from the time she could ride her rocking horse, Linda continues to be enthralled by horses
and all animals. Having owned and ridden horses for more than thirty years, they are the primary focus of her sculptures.
As well, adding people, cats (wild and tame), dogs, bears, bulls and now cows and calves to her compositions has opened
up a wide range of possibilities for Linda, and she looks forward to continuing to present her visions in bronze for
everyone to enjoy.
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Phone: (250) 762-5422
Email:
okcorral2@shaw.ca
www.sweetwaterbronze.com
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Westwold Frame Shop
Specializing in
barnwood frames
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Contact Liga Buff
PO Box 84, Westwold, BC
V0E 3B0 250-375-2235
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Kendal Smith
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Wild Cat Engraving
Growing up in his father's custom gun shop Kendall Smith was exposed to the art of fine engraving. Influenced by
Robert Swartley & Francis Harry, both craftsmen instilling the value of "Always be critical of your work" were
words to live by. Teamed up with designs by Ken Moore and the time working with Gary Gist proved to be a great
opportunity for Kendall to refine his engraving skills.
wildcatengraving@softhome.net
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Currently Kendall is producing quality western silver for
discriminating clients at his own facility. He also enjoys the great outdoors in the Big Sky Country of Montana.
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