Onanole Cowgirl Enjoys Rodeo

“Personally, I don’t think there is anything better than a cowgirl or cowboy lifestyle, and we are lucky to have it.” – JUSTINE CORNELSEN Onanole’s Justine Cornelsen enjoys being a member of the Manitoba High School Rodeo Association (MHSRA) as it gives her the opportunity to grow as a cowgirl, compete in unique events and

Trick Riding Not For The Faint Of Heart

“Trick riding is my favourite. I like going fast and hanging upside down.” – SALLY BISHOP Safety is a relative thing, it seems. Standing astride a pair of galloping horses, as in Roman riding, is less risky than trick riding, according to “equine extremist” Sally Bishop. “Trick riding is more dangerous, because you are strapped


Curling Clubs Get Financial Support

The two-sheet Holland Curling Club located in southwest Manitoba is this year’s $10,000 grand prize winner of Monsanto Canada’s “Imagine a Better House” Community Curling Club program. The 40-member curling club, established in 1892, came out on top after sharing their compelling story about the need for a facelift to their 116-year-old club that is

4-H Reports – for Feb. 19, 2009

The Co-operator will publish 4-H reports once a month. Reports can be submitted by the third week of the month by e-mail to news@fbcpublish ing.com,by regular mail to 4-H Reports, c/o Manitoba Co-operator, 1666 Dublin Ave., Winnipeg, Man. R3H 0H1 or by fax to 204-954-1422. OAK LAKE BEEF The club held its monthly meeting Jan.


Cartwright Cowgirl Riding Tall In MHSRA

“While I enjoy all my events tremendously, if asked to choose one as my favourite it would be breakaway roping.” – ALI MULLIN Although Ali Mullin of Cartwright may be small in stature, she is riding tall as a member of the Manitoba High School Rodeo Association (MHSRA), presently sitting sixth overall in the high

4-H Reports – for Jan. 8, 2009

The Co-operator will publish 4-H reports once a month. Reports can be submitted by the third week of the month by e-mail to news@ fbcpublishing.com,by regular mail to 4-H Reports, c/o Manitoba Co-operator, 1666 Dublin Ave., Winnipeg, Man. R3H 0H1 or by fax to 204-954-1422. Rapid City Beef A Christmas party following the Dec. 16


The backyard rink — where it all started

Recently I read a hockey book in which backyard rinks featured quite prominently. Some had clearly defined boards and one even had an artificial ice-making unit! In contrast to this, the ones I made when our children were young were clearly unsophisticated, if not downright primitive. I would first determine the area of the yard

Wheat City Stampede keeps growing

“The really great part is that we are all good friends as well. It makes going to meetings fun – almost a social outing.” The last weekend of October has become a mainstay to anyone in the horse industry in Manitoba, particularly western enthusiasts. This is when the Manitoba Finals Rodeo comes to town, and


Benefit held for Manitoba bullfighter

Those who wish to send cards and letters, as well as those who may wish to assist financially, are asked by Brad and Dusty Lynn to use their home address – Brad Dunn, RR 3, Box 45, Carman, Manitoba R0G 0J0. Twin Lakes Ranch Ministries (Ron and Lorna Silvester) is also accepting donations in support