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CHEYENNE – The Cheyenne Frontier Days™ (CFD) General Committee has named its new Grounds Committee Chair.
The new Grounds Chairman is Wally Reiman. He is a long time CFD volunteer, and he has served 36 years on the Grounds Committee, and was inducted into the HEELS organization 28 years ago.
Reiman brings a wealth of knowledge to the Grounds Committee and Frontier Park. He is a local general contractor and Executive VP at Reiman Corp. He was President of Associated General Contractors of Wyoming (formerly known as the Wyoming Contractors Association) and he is a past winner of the Contractor of the Year.
The Cheyenne Frontier Days General Committee has already begun planning for the 125th Daddy of ‘em All.
The General Committee spent some time on what would’ve been the final Saturday of Cheyenne Frontier Days™ visiting downtown businesses and thanking them for making Cheyenne Legendary
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The Cheyenne Frontier Days™ (CFD) Foundation kicked off the 365 to 125 Campaign on July 22, 2020. This campaign will support initiatives for the 125th celebration, which is scheduled for July 23 – August 1, 2021.
The CFD Foundation is dedicated to supporting the charitable and educational aspects of Cheyenne Frontier Days™. The campaign will focus on two major projects to mark the 125th anniversary of Cheyenne Frontier Days™.
A bronze statue of Chris LeDoux will be added to the sculpture collection on Frontier Park. This sculpture is by D. Michael Thomas from Buffalo, Wyoming and memorializes the tie of Chris LeDoux to the rodeo and music worlds and his place in CFD history.
In addition, work will begin to refurbish Barn 15 to house the world-class carriage collection. These rolling pieces of history are displayed in the CFD Old West Museum galleries until they are used in the Grand Parades in July. The improvements to Barn 15 will allow the carriages to be stored in a protected environment and will keep these artifacts out of the elements between parade runs, when they are not on display.
Legendary country music entertainer Garth Brooks talked about his memories of performing with Chris LeDoux at CFD in a video he created. Brooks asked CFD organizers to supply a 125th buckle to match the buckle from the 100th annual celebration.
Donations to the 365 to 125 Campaign will be matched up to $200,000. For more information, or to make a donation, please visit cfdrodeo.co/foundation or email Roger Schreiner at foundation@cfdrodeo.com
The Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Western Art Show is an invitational show which features the nation’s top Western artists presenting original art that celebrates the heritage and the future of the American West. Over the last 40 years, this high-caliber Art Show has contributed over $3 million and has become the Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum’s largest fundraiser supporting Arts Education, Exhibits, Collections, and Operations.
While the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the landscape of social outings and the world at large, we are determined to bring the experience of the Western Art Show into your living room, while keeping the safety and well-being of the viewers and participants as our number one priority.
This year’s Western Art Show Opening Reception will be on Facebook Live, and promises to bring the same intensity as past opening spectacles with events such as Jump the Gun, Ticket Holder Only Purchase Hour, Artist Interactions, and more.
While it is free to view the Virtual Opening Reception on Facebook Live, audience members who wish to purchase artwork during the Virtual Opening Reception will need to purchase a ticket to the event. Tickets for the Virtual Opening Reception are $160 for Non-Members or $130 for Members. Ticket holder benefits are listed at www.cfdartshow.com.
Ticket holders may Jump the Gun starting on July 9 online only at www.cfdartshow.com. Ticket holders may begin purchasing art at the regular price starting at 7 p.m. on July 16. During the Virtual Opening Reception, the Museum will have a phone bank for those who need assistance.
On July 17 at 9 a.m. MDT, non-ticket holders may purchase art at the Museum, online, or over the phone. All artwork is sold on a first-come, first serve basis. Buyers interested in a commissioned piece from one of our artists can contact the Art Show Coordinator, Cameron Green, at (307)778-7289 or cameron.green@oldwestmuseum.org.
For more information, to purchase a ticket, or to make a donation please visit: cfdartshow.com
All Museum visitors are required to wear a mask and maintain a six-foot social distance from others outside their household.
Quick Facts:
What: Cheyenne Frontier Days Western Art Show & Sale Opening Reception
Where: FaceBook Live, @cfdoldwestmuseum
When: Opening Reception – Thursday, July 16, 2020; The show can be seen through Sunday, August 16, 2020 at the CFD Old West Museum – 4610 Carey Ave, Cheyenne, WY 82001
Time: Opening Reception – 6-8 p.m.; Museum hours (Monday and Tuesday: 1-4 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.)
Cost: Opening Reception: $160 per person or $130 per person for CFD and Museum Volunteers and Museum Members
The nomination forms for the 2020 Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Hall of Fame Class are now available. Don’t miss your opportunity to nominate the person or entity that you believe has helped shape Cheyenne Frontier Days into the “Daddy of ‘em All.” All nominations must be postmarked by January 15, 2020. Nominations are open to the public (you don’t have to be a member of the CFD Old West Museum to nominate) and are limited to past and present Cheyenne Frontier Days contestants, contract personnel, entertainers, livestock, families, organizations, and volunteers.
Cheyenne Frontier Days plays an important role in the community and it’s time to honor those that have helped make it what it is today.
The Cheyenne Frontier Days Hall of Fame showcases individuals, livestock, families, and organizations whose distinctive contributions to CFD have helped grow a dream into “The Daddy of ‘em All.” Whether contestants, contract personnel, entertainers, livestock, families, or volunteers, those voted into the Hall of Fame represent the wonderful competitive and cooperative spirit that has remained the hallmark of Cheyenne Frontier Days since 1897.
Nomination forms are available at the Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum, online at www.oldwestmuseum.org, or send a letter explaining why your candidate is the best choice for the Cheyenne Frontier Days Hall of Fame.
Call the CFD Old West Museum at (307) 778-7290 or visit us online for more information.
Quick Facts:
Who: The CFD Hall of Fame Nomination is open to the public.
What: The CFD Hall of Fame honors those who have made a distinctive contribution to Cheyenne Frontier Days.
When: Nomination forms are available now. Nominations are due by January 15, 2020.
Where: Find your nomination form at the CFD Old West Museum or online at www.oldwestmuseum.org.
How: Fill out your nomination form and either mail it or bring it to the CFD Old West Museum. You can also send a letter explaining why your candidate is the best choice for the Cheyenne Frontier Days Hall of Fame.
Contact: Daniek Long, Registrar, at daniek.long@oldwestmuseum.org
Savannah Messenger has been named Cheyenne Frontier Days (CFD) Lady-In-Waiting 2020 after a selection process including submitting a written application, an accomplishment book, a horsemanship skills demonstration and an interview.
Savannah is the daughter of Kirk Messenger, Raedene Messenger and the late Mark Messenger. She is a 2016 graduate of Cheyenne Central High School. Currently, Savannah is a dental assistant at Grand Avenue Dental Center, and she is perusing a degree in communications at Laramie County Community College.
Messenger has participated in grand parades, and she was a CFD Dandy in high school. She volunteers as an outrider on the Parades Committee, and she also volunteers on Public Relations Committee as a coordinator for the visiting state royalty.
“My heart is so full as I prepare to take on the responsibilities and goals of promoting and representing the World’s Largest Outdoor Rodeo and Western Celebration. I feel very privileged to be the 124th Lady-in-Waiting for the Daddy of ‘em All. Thank you to the CFD General Committee, I am truly honored to ride for the brand,” Messenger said.
Savannah will work with Miss Frontier, Bailey Bishop in 2020 to represent Cheyenne Frontier Days™ in both the United States and Canada.
The Cheyenne Frontier Days™ (CFD) General Committee has named its new committee member for the 2020 celebration.
Following Public Relations Chairman Michael Martin is Mike Smith. Smith is a lawyer; and has a BA degree in Secondary Education and a Juris Doctorate. Smith has volunteered with the CFD Western Artshow and Sale for 19 years; been a CFD volunteer on the Public Relations Committee for 16 years; and was inducted into the HEELS this year.
The Cheyenne Frontier Days General Committee has begun the planning process for 2020 by reviewing the results of the 2019 event.
The Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum and CFD Hall of Fame is excited to announce the CFD Hall of Fame Class of 2019!
The Cheyenne Frontier Days Hall of Fame showcases individuals, livestock, and organizations whose distinctive contributions to Cheyenne Frontier Days have helped grow a dream into “The Daddy of ‘em All.” Whether it be contestants, contract personnel, entertainers, livestock, families, or volunteers; those voted into the Cheyenne Frontier Days Hall of Fame represent the wonderful competitive and cooperative spirit that has remained the hallmark of Cheyenne Frontier Days since 1897.
The seven inductees for the 2019 CFD Hall of Fame class are:
Terry “Buffie” Bottorff
Billy Etbauer
Valerie Cegelski McLeod
Painted Valley
Clare “Bud” Racicky
Bob Weaver
W-Heels
The Cheyenne Frontier Days Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will be held September 6, 2019 at the Cheyenne Red Lion Hotel, beginning at 5 p.m.
Friday, April 5, 2019 at 8 a.m.
Cheyenne Frontier Days Headquarters, 4610 Carey Ave.
Registration fee is $50.
Entries will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis, and are limited to the first 30 entries. Open to boys and girls residing in Laramie County only. Participants must be under 13 years of age as of August 1, 2019.
For further information, contact Janet Vossler (307) 421-2840.
The Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Dandies are going to have a second tryout on Saturday, October 21 at Frontier Park. Tryouts will start at 8 a.m. with check-in at the arena.
We extend an invitation to those girls in Laramie County who were unable to tryout before due to high school rodeo, sports and other extracurricular activities. Thanks to the generosity of L.C.C.C., the Dandies now have a class on Sundays in the indoor arena through the winter and spring until practice begins in April. This will allow participation by those who were unable due to schedule issues and attendance requirements. The extra time and ability to ride during the winter will enable the Dandies to have more practice and less stress. For more information or questions please contact Michelle Hess, Dandy Director at 307-630-6367.