About Us
Topeka PRCA Rodeo’s Mission
The North Topeka Saddle Club was established in 1949 by a small group of people who wanted to start a riding club. The club and its facility are solely dedicated to providing a location for families to enjoy equestrian sports in the Shawnee County Kansas area.
Shawnee County Kansas Parks & Recreation maintains 41 baseball/softball diamonds, 3 soccer complexes, 5 aquatic centers and 5 basketball courts as well as numerous parks, shelters, and community centers that continue to expand each year. However, for families wanting to participate in activities with their horses, the county offers nothing.
The North Topeka Saddle Club provides its arena free of charge to 4-H and FFA groups. Yet, the North Topeka Saddle Club, a 501c3, is required to pay property taxes and receives no financial support from the county or state.
In February 2012, with repairs desperately needed to the arena and grounds, the North Topeka Saddle Club voted to undertake a new fundraising venture.
In August 2012, the first Big 94.5 Country Topeka PRCA Rodeo was established.
What is the PRCA?
The PRCA Stands for The Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association. An Organization who members compete in rodeos in North America. PRCA sanctioned rodeos feature bareback riding, saddle bronc riding and bull riding in the “rough stock” category. Team roping, steer wrestling, tie down roping, breakaway roping, and barrel racing in the “timed event” category.
Why PRCA Rodeo?
The Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association demands a standard of excellence that has been pursued by many but achieved by only a select few. It is an honor to be a member of the PRCA and can only be acquired by talented competitors who have successfully competed in their select category and are recommended by another PRCA cardholder in good standing. Once a member, the individual is held to a high standard when representing the American heritage sport of rodeo. The Big 94.5 Country Topeka PRCA Rodeo is proud to be a member of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association
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