Fortuna Rodeo

July 15 through 21, 2013

It's not just the raging bulls and courageous cowhands; the Fortuna Rodeo is a week-long family festival with something for everyone. The rodeo committee works tirelessly to create fun activities that begin on Monday with a citywide chili cook off and end the following Sunday afternoon at the rodeo arena.

Come enjoy small town Americana. The good old days are still happening every year at the Fortuna Rodeo. Held in Fortuna since 1921, the Fortuna Rodeo has evolved into a fun-filled week of activities for the entire family that culminates in the California Cowboys Professional Rodeo Association (CCPRA) Finals.

The perfect summer weather lends itself to outdoor activities, and rodeo week is just that. Come enjoy small town Americana. The good old days are still happening every year at the Fortuna Rodeo.

President's Message:

2013 marks the 92nd anniversary of the Fortuna Rodeo. Thru the years many things have changed in our lives, but one thing is a constant in the Eel River Valley, come the 3rd week in July its rodeo time in Fortuna. Speaking of change, our Board of Directors has sadly accepted the resignation of longtime member, Ed Tanferani. Ed served on the board for over 32 years and was a driving force in keeping the Fortuna Rodeo the preeminent event in our community. Thanks Ed, for your many years of service.

Our Fortuna Rodeo Grand Marshall for 2013 is Mr. Robert [Bob] Olsen. Bob has been an integral part of the Fortuna Rodeo for decades. In fact you may have seen Bob during Rodeo Week. He is the volunteer moving the myriad of portable bleachers to different locations around town with a lift truck for your seating comfort. He has spent countless hours during rodeo week providing this service. For many years Bob also hung all the banners across Main Street highlighting all the different events taking place in Fortuna. These are only a couple examples of Bob’s commitment to our community. Please join us in congratulating Bob and thanking him for a job well done.

This year’s festivities are going to be bigger and better than ever. Our feature act is Juilian D’Usseau of McKinleyville. Jullian is a world class motorcycle extreme performer. He will show case his talents on Friday night and Sunday at the rodeo. As always we have a full week of inexpensive fun and excitement planned for the whole family. So check out the schedule and come on down to the friendly city July 15th thru the 21st.

 
Happy Trails,

Shannon McWhorter, President