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 12th - 14th, 2010
Friday, 12:00 PM to 6:45 PM
Saturday, 10:00 AM to 6:45 PM
Sunday, 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM


 

Exhibitor's Information

 

Here's a list of the 2009 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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Alberta Cowboy Poetry Association
Auntie Karen's Horse Kookies
Bar O Seven Ironworks
BC Cowboy Heritage Society
BC Interior Horse Rescue Society
BC Rodeo Association
Barkerville Historic Town
Beejeweled Custom Jewelery
Bob Kaufman Saddlery
Canadian Cowboy Country magazine
Cariboo Musical Instruments
Cariboo Saddlery
Cariboo Outback
Chris Kind - Author
Cowboys' Choice
Cowboy Classic Equipment
Cowboy Wildlife Photography
David Thompson Resort
Deanna Buschert Fine Art & Photography
Dennis Weber Artist
Designs by Shelagh Jewelry
Donna's Drawings
Dragonfly Pottery
Equine D'oro by Ken
Evans Western Accessories
Farmhouse Collectibles
Gena LaCoste Artist
Gordon Manson Art
Grasslands Conservancy


Grey Wolf Metal Art
HangACowboy.com
Helping People, Helping Horses
Historic O'Keefe Ranch
Hope River Metal Art
Joanne's Saddle Blankets
Kactus Western Wear
Kamloops Therapeutic Riding Association
Kamloops Wish Trail Ride
Karin Lange Art
Kim Taylor Fine Art & Photography
Lazy B Stock Horse
Longhorn Rope Creations
Medicine Man Gallery
Mountain Man Beef Jerky
Museum of the Cariboo Chilcotin
Ohms Horse & Hound Massage
Original Cariboo Stirrups
Prelude Fine Gifts
Pascal & Meg Braiding
Ragg Bagg Shop
Ranches Only.Com
Richard Tenisch, Silversmith
Shannon Lawlor Fine Art Inc
Shecan Woodcraft
Skyhorse Photography
SweetWater Bronze
Westwold Frame Shop
Willis Entertainment


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Bar O Seven Ironworks
Phone: 250-267-1598
bar07@live.com

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.


Bar O Seven Ironworks


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BCRA - BC Rodeo Association
BCRA Office
Phone: 250-398-4104
bcrodeoassn@telus.net

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

BCRA - BC Rodeo Association
Photo - Tommy's Rodeo Pictures

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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Beejeweled Custom Jewelry
Phone: 250-377-7514

Beejeweled Custom Jewelry
Dawn Badminton makes jewelry out of; beads, metal, bone, etc. Necklaces, earrings, anklets, hat bands, etc. She also makes cowboy scarves and cooler scarves that contain water absorbing crystals to keep the cowboy/girl/dog cool. Dawn will have a table in the hall near the General Store.

Beejeweled Custom Jewelry

She is the proud recipient of the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce Award of Business Excellence in the Home based Business Category 2007 and was also nominated for the same award in 2006 and 2008.


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Bob Kaufman Saddlery

Bob Kaufman Saddlery
Bob and Deborah Kaufman build fine custom made saddles and other orignial cowboy gear for the home, horse, and rider. Finely tooled leather products such as wallets, daytimers, chequebooks, clocks, jewelry boxes and other home decor are also available. Each leatherwork item is of the highest workmanship and a piece of art. They live on Stone Hill Ranch in Irvine, Alberta where they live their dream of raising and training horses. See Bob's website at www.bobkaufmansaddles.com.

Bob Kaufman Saddlery


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Canadian Cowboy Country magazine

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.

Canadian Cowboy Country magazine


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A Mark Denny Saddle

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

A Mark Denny Saddle

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Cariboo Outback

Cariboo Outback
in 150 Mile House. For 10 years they have been outfitting western Canada with tough oilskin clothing, hats, imported and custom made australian saddles, and tack. www.outbacksaddles.ca
1-866-832-3565

Cariboo Outback


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Chris Kind

Chris Kind - Author
THE MIGHTY GANG RANCH - It was in the mid 1800's that the Colonial Government was starting to form in British Columbia. Cattlemen South of the border were very much encouraged to trail their cattle herds to the Province and further North to the gold fields. SHE' DOWNHILL AND IN THE SHADE - memoirs including the most colourful charachters and events along the trail. The book spans 40 years from the great snow mountains of the Gang Ranch and BC to the cowboys of Pedleton, Oregon.

Chris Kind

BIGHORNS AND STONE SHEEP - This book is a collection of sheep hunts that span 40 years of guiding hunters. THE MAGNIFICENT FRASER - Dedicated to Floyd Grinder. The book is a photo shoot of the Fraser River at Highbar, Bigbar, with some stories and photos of the old timers in that area. Email: chriskindbooks@live.com or phone: 250-320-3249


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Cowboy's Choice Logo! Cowboy's Choice Crest! Read an article by Vern:
"What is the Best Right Hat?"

Cowboy's Choice
Western Wear - for all of your Cowboy needs! Specializing in Cowboy Hats!
Watch for Vern's seminar on "Hat Body Manufacturing and Finishing" at the Kamloops Cowboy Festival.

7851 Highway 97
Vernon, BC
V1B 3R9
Phone: (250) 545-0458
Fax: (250) 545-0465
Toll Free: 1-888-440-HATS
Email: cowboys@junction.net

Cowboy's Choice! Visit www.cowboyschoice.ca


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A Don Loewen Saddle

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

A Don Loewen Saddle Email Don at:
donloewen@saddle-maker.com


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Dennis Weber Artist

Dennis Weber Artist
Dennis' art is very much influenced by his mother's Métis heritage. Louis Riel stated: "Our People will sleep for a hundred years, but when they awake, it will be the artists who bring back their culture." About a century after Riel's prediction, Dennis started to become a full-time artist, and has since achieved not only this, but is also considered one of Canada's foremost Métis artist.

Dennis Weber Artist www.webergallery.com


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Designs By Shelagh

Phone Shelagh at: 403-931-3487

Designs By Shelagh
Turquoise & Silver Hand-Made Original Designs. Each piece of jewelry, be it a necklace, ring, bracelet or earring, is an original creation that is hand forged in my design studio. All pieces are stamped sterling silver and each gemstone is genuine and set by hand. Many of my jewelry pieces are one-of-a-kind, with completely unique hand-picked stones chosen and imported for me from overseas. Custom silver jewelry sets or individual necklace, ring, bracelet and earring orders are always welcome.

Designs By Shelagh

www.designsbyshelagh.com


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Equestrian jewelry in karat gold or sterling silver! If you have questions or comments please contact Ken at: equinedoro@telus.net
or 1-800-567-5113

Equine D'oro
by Ken of BC Goldcrafters

Ken Davies of Maple Ridge, BC is proud of his line of horse jewelry, "his herd". Ken has been a goldsmith for over 30 years and for the last twenty years he has been balancing working on films and movies while still specializing in designing, carving and creating his equestrian jewelry in karat gold or sterling silver. Ken's herd of miniature sculptured horses has grown to be Canada's largest line of gold and silver horses. Inspired at equine events across North America his jewelry designs now include Western and English riding, rodeo and barrel racing, show and stadium jumping, polo, hunt, and everything from packing to country dance.


Equestrian jewelry in karat gold or sterling silver! See Ken's website at:
www.equestrian-jewelry.com


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Farmhouse Collectibles

Farmhouse Collectibles
in Kamloops, 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 - Don Wilson at 1-250-377-8364 or email Farmhouse Collectibles at: wassen@telus.net


Farmhouse Collectibles


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Gena LaCoste Paintings of the Living West 403-527-0650

Gena LaCoste
Paintings of the Living West

Gena was born on a Southern Alberta ranch in the 50's and was aware from earliest memories that she was an artist. Before she could read or write, she was striving to draw the spare sweeping prairie, it's understated colours and dramatic skies. If all of that fascinated her, so did the people who lived and worked

Gena LaCoste Paintings of the Living West See Gena's website is:
www.genalacoste.com
and her Email address is:
gena03@telusplanet.net

there, along with their horses - especially the horses. Half a century later much of that lifestyle is fading; the wild prairies receding. Gena seeks to go back there, to that pristine, simple time, bringing her viewers a glimpse of what she saw, and how she still sees those magical times, places, people, and especially the horses.


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GreyWolf Metal Art
Teir web site is:
www.greywolfmetalart.com

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 sold art work to

GreyWolf Metal Art Phone Ron and Heather
at: 250-396-4396
Or Email the at:
greywolfmetalart@gmail.com

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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HangACowboy.com

HangACowboy.com
Living and working on a third-generation ranch and being surrounded by horses and cattle has inspired Richard's line of western lifestyle photographs. Richard Moray has been awarded the Best Pictorial in Canada for 2008 with his western scenic "Midnight Wrangler". He is dedicated to preserving the cowboy heritage and making it contemporary.


Richard has received a Master of Photographic Arts Degree, and is one of the only three people who are nationally accredited in equine photography. Stop by his booth at the tradeshow and check out his new release "Chased by the Storm" which recently won a Kodak Gallery Award for photographic excellence.

Richard's web site is: HangACowboy.com


HangACowboy.com


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An example of metal art from Hope River Metal Art!
An example of metal art from Hope River Metal Art!

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.


An example of metal art from Hope River Metal Art! Hope River Metal Art is
located in Chilliwack,BC
Phone Lorie at: (604) 823-4119
hoperivermetalart@hotmail.com


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Joanne Hay Saddle Blankets

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.

Joanne Hay Saddle Blankets

Phone Joanne at (780) 672-1076


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Kactus Western Wear

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

Kactus Western Wear

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Western Tack by Lazy B Stock Horse www.lazybstockhorse.com

Lazy B Stock Horse
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.

Western Tack by Randy at Lazy B Stock Horse

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Peter Grauer - Kamloops Author Vickey Bischoff
(250) 955-2374
vbischof@mail.ocis.net

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"

Peter Grauer - Kamloops Author Kris Henry
(250) 546-6494
dallyup2@telus.net


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Mountain Hi Soapworks skye_hi_farms@telus.net

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 the following natural ingredients: Fresh Goat Milk, Palm Oil, Coconut Oil, Olive Oil, Vegetable Oil, Distilled Water, Sodium Hydroxide, and Pure Essential Oils. Our 4 oz. bar soaps come in both scented and unscented. Our molded soaps are unscented in the shapes of: Dogs, Cats, Roosters, Horse Heads, Goat Heads, Goats, Sheep, Cow Heads, Pigs, Rabbits, Teddies, Cowboy Hats, Boots and Saddles, Celtic Knots, and Sunflowers.


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Museum of the Cariboo Chilcotin! Museum of the
Cariboo Chilcotin!

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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Ohms Horse & Hound Massage Service Phone: 250-828-2279

Ohms Horse & Hound Massage Service is an Equine & Canine Therapy center serving central and southern BC since 1997. We regularly travel throughout the Okanagan and Fraser Valleys as well as the Cariboo and North Thompson regions to treat horses and dogs in their home surroundings. We carry a full line of Silver Lining Herbs formulated for horses and dogs. These are products that we have used with excellent results.

Ohms Horse & Hound Massage Service


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Original Cariboo Stirrups made by Henry Loiseau.

Original Cariboo Stirrups
Henry Loiseau from the 108 Mile Ranch makes these beautiful custom stirrups. More info to follow.

Original Cariboo Stirrups made by Henry Loiseau. Email Henry at: hyloiseau@uniserve.com
or phone/fax: (250) 791-5547


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Prelude Fine Gifts

Prelude Fine Gifts purveyors of fine quality items at affordable prices. A family business dedicated to seek and obtain this must have item for our clients. In addition to our regular line of seasonal and theme oriented goods,we commission local artisans to handcraft an attractive selection of jewellery items using primarily jade,turquoise, to name but a few. A catalogue is available.

Prelude Fine Gifts Phone: 604-302-2727
anthonyprelude@aol.com


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May 14th, 2005 Fifth Annual Kamloops Wish Trail Ride
May 13th, 2006 Sixth Annual Kamloops Wish Trail Ride
Fundraiser for the Children's Wish Foundation of Canada. We host a trail ride and free dinner for all riders and their families. There are many door prizes to be won, prizes for adult and youth riders with the most pledges, 50/50 games, and a special draw ticket for every $20.00 in pledges raised. The Kamloops Wish Ride, as well as the other 17 BC locations raise money to help children with life threatening illnesses get their most important wish, while doing one of the things we love most, ride horses! For pledge sheets and more info call: Jeanie (250) 573-2206, Kathy (250) 573-3792, or email: jvandenh@telus.net


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www.RanchesOnly.com!

RanchesOnly.com! J. Barrie Cline (250) 371-7222

RE/MAX Barrie Cline

Dana Hinsche (250) 398-0914

150 Mile Realty

Carleigh Woods (250) 574-2662

RE/MAX Real Estate (Kamloops)

Rob Teit (250) 574-6838

RE/MAX Real Estate (Kamloops)

Bob Granholm (250) 249-0004

RE/MAX Centre City


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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Richard Tenisch Silversmith
Phone Richard at:
(250) 378-0936

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 be raffling off the first of a commemorative belt buckle - "2008 Kamloops Cowboy Festival" (photo on the left). The BCCHS has also purchased a silver buckle for the first prize Saddle in The Art of the West Exhibition and Sale (photo on the right)

Richard Tenisch Silversmith Email Richard at:
rtenisch@gmail.com


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Shannon Lawlor Fine Art Inc
Phone Shannon at:
studio: 403-646-2806
cell: 403-836-2284

Shannon Lawlor Fine Art Inc
Shannon applies discipline with ability and captures experiences in depth and detail with brush strokes. She is skilled in the saddle and at the easel. Her images portray the working stock horse and pay tribute to working horsemen following traditions influenced by early Mexican vaqueros in California. She helps preserve true western culture and celebrates the lifestyle of buckaroos in the Great Basin region, north into Canada. Shannon presents Western Heritage Defined. Shannon has won many awards including the 2008 Kamloops Cowboy Festival Art of the West People's Choice Award.

Shannon Lawlor Fine Art Inc Shannon's web site is:
www.shannonlawlor.com


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SweetWater Bronze by Linda L. Kelly

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 twenty years, she is able to accurately sculpt these majestic creatures in their varied stances. Adding people and other animals to her compositions has opened wide ranges of possibilities for Linda, and she looks forward to presenting them in future bronzes.

SweetWater Bronze by Linda L. Kelly Phone: (250) 762-5422
Email: okcorral2@shaw.ca


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Willis Entertainment If your event demands the best of country music, look no further than our 17 years experience. You can see Jeremy's web site at:
www.willisentertainment.com

Willis Entertainment
From the campfire to the cabaret, from the barn dance to the beer parlour, Willis Entertainment is your country music specialist. Need a DJ? We offer indoor and outdoor DJ services. Live music? We have performed at rodeos, dances, weddings, and talent shows. MC? We'll call chuckwagon races, cattle shows, gymkhanas, and rodeos.
Our personalized, one-on-one consultations prior to your event mean no surprises. Just the clean, prompt and reliable entertainment you've been looking for to make your event everything you want it to be. Weddings, rodeos, dances, parties!

Willis Entertainment We bring the Western to you.


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The BC Cowboy Heritage Society Logo!  

Of course we'll be there! We'll have a booth set up to let all the folks know about what we are, and what we offer! We'll have nomination forms for the BC Cowboy Hall of Fame, Scholarship applications, membership forms, etc.

Click here to see our home page!

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The BC Cowboy Heritage Society
Box 137, Kamloops, BC, Canada, V2C 5K3
Phone:1-888-763-2224
E-mail: cowboys@bcchs.com


 

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