Merrijig Rodeo

Merrijig Night Rodeo - 8th March 2008 Labour day weekend
The Merrijig Rodeo attracts Australia's best rough riders for a day of thrilling competition against the back drop of the High Country. This is a not to be missed event for the local characters, colour, cowboys and an old fashioned good time.
The Merrijig Rodeo Committee will again be providing a shuttle service to and from Mansfield / Merrijig.


Departure details are as follows
Pickup at the Masonic Hall, Mansfield, at 4.30pm, 5.30 & 6.30 and returning from the Rodeo grounds at 9.30pm, 11pm and 12.30am.
Cost $5 per adult, $2 kids under 12 (with adult)


Full Program Night Rodeo
Super Bull ride up to 85 bull riders coming to town.
Open Bull Ride
2nd Div Bull Ride
Junior Steer Ride
Novice Steer Ride (Open to the public)


This will be the biggest Bull Ride Event ever held in the Merrijig area, so don’t miss out!

At this stage NO HORSE EVENTS DUE TO THE ON GOING HORSE FLU, stay tuned for further updates.

Time & Date
Saturday 8th March 2008.
(Labour Day Weekend)
Rodeo commences 5.00 pm till app 8.30 / 9.00 pm
Live band from 9.00 pm till 11.30 pm
Gates open 2.00 pm.
 
 

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Entertainment
Clown acts plus bull fighters
Live music from popular country rock cover band “RUCKUS”
Kicks off at 9 pm - till 11.30 pm
Please note!
Grounds close at 12 midnight
Gate Entry (entry prices remain the same as last year)
Family $ 40.00 (2 adults @ 2 children ) extra child $ 5.00
Adult - $20.00
Seniors $10.00
Children under 3 free.


Camping on site
 A camping area has been provided within the rodeo grounds for patrons wishing to stay the night.
Check with gate staff or directions.

° Please note:
The camp site is provided free of charge to patrons and guests of the Merrijig Night Rodeo.
There are no water or showers onsite.
° There is a no fire policy and this will be strictly enforced.
° Dogs are permitted when leashed.
° Toilets are provided at grounds.
° The Merrijg Motor Inn will be presenting Sunday Breakfast.
For details contact the Merrijg Motor Inn on:
Ph: 03 5777 5702
Fax: 03 5777 5790
Email: teammerrijig@bigpond.com
Accommodation
 Merrijig Lodge
Your hosts Chris & Fiona
10 McCormacks Road
Merrijig 3722
Ph: (03) 5777 5590
Fax (03) 5777-5290
Email: info@highcountryhorses.com.au
Web: www.merrijiglodge.com.au

Merrijig Motor Inn
Your hosts Callum, Kristy, Stephen and Liana
1915 Mt Buller Rd,
Merrijig 3723
Ph: 03 5777 5702
Fax: 03 5777 5790
Email: teammerrijig@bigpond.com

 For a comprehensive listing of accommodation within the Merrijig area contact High Country Reservations on 1800 039 049 or visit their website www.mansfield-mtbuller.com.au

Please Note:
The Merrijig Rodeo committee wishes to announce, that they now have a no BYO policy in place.
° Full catering & bar facilities available. (IMPROVED BAR FACILITIES INCLUDING WINE SALES)
° Bar prices will remain low
For further information please contact Dave Shelton.
Phone: 03 5775 2200 - Mob 0408 511100
Email: info@merrijigrodeo.org.au

Rodeo Links
Australian Quarter Horse Association  
National Cutting Horse Association  
Australian Stockman's Hall of Fame
Australian Professional Rodeo Association
Calgary Stampede

The Merrijig Rodeo website is proudly sponsored by High Country Scenic Tours as a service to the Merrijig Community.
 
 


 

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