The 2023 - 2024 Executive and Board of Directors
Trevor Stender
President
Trevor is a Foreman at Red Coat Cattle Feeders at Hazenmore, Saskatchewan. He grew up on a ranch in southeast Saskatchewan and has been working in the feedlot industry for the past 20 years. He knows that working with cattle in a low stress manner in the feedlot is beneficial for the health of the animal.
Trevor has been a CRRA member since 2018 and states that the “CRRA gives you the opportunity to use your stockmanship, horsemanship and your roping abilities” at every competition you enter. It does not matter if you are an accomplished roper or a novice starting out, the CRRA is a great place to learn and improve all your skills.
If you would like to speak to Trevor about the Canadian Ranch Roping Association or have questions or comments he would be happy to help. Trevor’s number is 1-306-736-7054.
Dane Knox
Treasurer
Dane lives in Moose Jaw and has been working on the oil rigs this past year.
Dane has been a member of the CRRA for 11 years. He started as a Novice roper as he wanted to learn how to rope. Now he is the one showing folks how to rope and throw fancy loops. In the 2022 Finals Dane impressed everyone with one of the more difficult loops the “ocean wave”.
For anyone interested in the CRRA Dane says “Come out and have a bunch of fun and make a bunch of friends. There’s no better atmosphere to learn in because everyone is so helpful and encouraging.”
If you would like to speak to Dane about the Canadian Ranch Roping Association or have questions or comments he would be happy to help. Dane’s number is 1- 306-631-6240
Kimberley Ferguson
Secretary
Kimberly joined the CRRA to stay involved with the horse industry and meet new horse people as she is new to Saskatchewan.
She is retired and lives in Moose Jaw. She still rides and her horses are living at her daughter’s place.
Kimberly has been involved with horses for many years. She has served on the board of the MBRA (Manitoba Barrel Racing Association), treasurer for the Erickson Horse Show, and Onanole Rodeo in Manitoba.
If you would like to contact Kimberly about the Canadian Ranch Roping Association or have any questions, please email canadianranchroping@gmail.com
Board of Directors
Colton Thiessen
Colton works on his family’s ranch - Lazy J Bar Livestock, rides at the East Borden Grazing Co-op pasture and works part-time at a neighbour’s ranch.
Colton began his involvement in the CRRA after his father suggested he might enjoy roping. One winter he went to Adam Thiessen’s place to practice roping off his horse. He started in the Novice group and watch the Open ropers always asking questions about how to swing different loops. As his skills progressed with roping and handling the cow on a rope, his horsemanship improved. He then moved into the Open group and eventually began to judge in competitions. Colton has been a member for 9 years and became a Director at the 2019 AGM.
“Never be afraid to ask questions as everyone is friendly and willing to help! It is an opportunity to learn stress free, safe handling of livestock.”
If you would like to speak to Colton about the Canadian Ranch Roping Association or have questions or comments he would be happy to help. Colton’s number is 1-306-222-3045.
Cyle Stewart
Cyle is a new member of the CRRA Board of Directors this term, and ranches with his wife and family north of Morse, Saskatchewan.
Cyle joined the CRRA last year and participated in his first “Finals” in September. He appreciates the quality of stockmanship of the CRRA and the like-minded people involved in the association.
If you would like to speak to Cyle about the Canadian Ranch Roping Association or have questions or comments he would be happy to help. Cyle’s’s number is 1-306-774-3886.
David Lafreniere
Dave runs a custom processing crew and is assistant manager at Lazy T ranch and has been a member of the CRRA for more than 7 years.
Dave joined the CRRA as it gives him an opportunity to ride and expose colts he is training to different situations - trailering, working with cattle and other horses.
He enjoys ranch roping because of the people he meets and is “willing to help someone with whatever they need”. Dave was an Arena Director during the 2019 and 2018 CRRA Finals held annually in September keeping the competitors organized and on time.
If you would like to speak to Dave about the Canadian Ranch Roping Association or have questions or comments he would be happy to help. Dave’s number is 1-306-495-8999.
Kirk Mastad
This is Kirk’s first year as a CRRA Director. He ranches and does custom cattle work in South Central Saskatchewan.
Kirk likes the CRRA as he can talk with and meet like-minded stockmen. He also works with young horses and bringing them to a roping gives him the opportunity to work with them in a safe and controlled environment.
If you would like to speak with Kirk about the Canadian Ranch Roping Association or have questions or comments he would be happy to help. Kirk’s phone number is 1-306-478-7575
Lars Baron
Lars is a farrier/ pasture rider at the Valjean community pasture, he lives out in the hills near Old Wives, SK.
He joined the CRRA to find a community that wants to preserve the trappings of the cowboy, promote respect for livestock and give the next generation of cowboys a place to find direction.
If you would like to speak to Lars about the Canadian Ranch Roping Association or have questions or comments he would be happy to help. Lars’ number is 306-630-6846
Matt Rustemeier
Matt is an instructor in the Animal Science Technology, Equine Major at Lakeland College in Vermillion, Alberta.
Matt splits his time between teaching horsemanship and colt starting at Lakeland College and training horses alongside his wife Carolyn and their son Boone on their family farm in Sturgeon County, Alberta.
He has been an off and on member of the CRRA for many years, however has usually only attended the occasional roping. He joined this year and hopes to attend more roping’s and to potentially host more ropings in Alberta.
If you would like to speak to Matt about the Canadian Ranch Roping Association or have questions or comments he would be happy to help. Matt’s number is 403-892-6520.
Mike Ramage
Mike is a livestock inspector and ranches with his wife Suzanne south of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan.
Mike is a long term member of the CRRA and you can usually find him behind the scenes helping where needed especially at the Waitin’ for Spring Winter Series held in Moose Jaw during the winter months.
Mike has been actively involved as a clinician teaching others the skills needed to be a roper and to use these skills in the field. He is a strong competitor and superb stockman and is always ready to help others.
If you would like to speak to Mike about the Canadian Ranch Roping Association or have questions or comments he would be happy to help. Mike’s number is 1-306-630-2709.
Ray Kyle
Ray is currently running a small herd of cows, doing day work for neighbours, and will be riding for the community pasture in the summer. He and his family are located south of Tyvan, Sk on a small property with a few horses, a couple of handfuls of goats and way too many chickens. They have a desire to expand their cattle herd in the future.
Ray joined the CRRA in 2012. He feels that being a member of the Association is beneficial for those wanting to learn from others in the horse/cattle industry. Competitors are willing to share their knowledge, skills and talents to help seasoned participants as well as others who are less experienced in ranch roping. He appreciates the encouragement that one receives to improve their cattle handling skills and horsemanship abilities. Another benefit is that he is able to bring his young family to the ropings and knows that they will be welcomed and encouraged no matter their skill level.
If you would like to speak to Ray about the Canadian Ranch Roping Association or have questions or comments he would be happy to help. Ray’s number is 1-306-861-4283.
Ross Smith
Ross is a man of many talents - farrier, pasture worker, clinician and a long term member of the CRRA.
Ross is a tireless promoter of ranch roping and its benefits for those who work with cattle. Horsemanship, stress free handling and safety are the mainstays of ranch roping.
He believes that the CRRA promotes a traditional way of life and way of handling cattle. He enjoys the competition but it is the comraderie and support that all members receive that makes it an enjoyable experience for him. Anyone who is interested in improving their horsemanship and roping skills, handling stock in a low stress manner and learn while having fun is welcome.
If you would like to speak to Ross about the Canadian Ranch Roping Association or have questions or comments he would be happy to help. Ross’s number is 1-306-630-8542.
Sponsorship Committee
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