The programs listed below are paid for exclusively by the Association and by the monetary contributions of local businesses.
All programs are FREE to the youths and seniors who participate.
Western Spirit contribution is under the direction of the Reno Rodeo Community Spirit Committee, chaired by Association Directory Marnie Sheffield. The following are ways your funding would assist youth and senior citizens programs at this year's Reno Rodeo. Youth Programs - Behind the Chutes Tour Area childcare facilities and schools receive a behind the scenes look at the Rodeo. Over 3,000 area youth attend this program annually. This assembly program educations the youth about the qualities of freedom, honesty, rugged indivualism and simplicity that are exemplified by the American rodeo cowboy.