Upper Valley Jr. Rodeo Assn. UVJRA IDAHO

Upper Valley Jr. Rodeo Assn. UVJRA IDAHO On a dark fall night in a booth at Gringos, 3 moms said "why can't we?" So we did... LIMITATION OF LIABILITY ON EQUINE ACTIVITIES.

Rev 6/4/2023:
UVJRA Purpose: Hometown kids rodeo assn created to give kids the opportunity to gain rodeo experience locally & affordably. This assn is also an opportunity for adults to give back to the rodeo community by passing down the knowledge that they have gotten from their mentors & thru rodeo experience.

2023 Dates (subject to change)
July 8, Rigby, ID
Sept 16th, Rigby, ID
Oct 7th, Rexbu

rg, ID

Age Divisions/Events **Calculate Age as of 8/1/2022 (keep kids in their school grade):

Age Division 0-6 ( Boys & Girls)
Mutton Bustin' (55lb wt limit)
Goat Ribbon Pullin'
Stick Horse Can Chasin' Barrel Racin'
Dummy Ropin'

Age Division 7-9:
Boys:
Calf Ridin'
Can Chasin' Barrel Racin'
Pole Bendin'
Boys Goat Tyin' (from ground)
Dummy Ropin'

Girls
Calf Ridin'
Can Chasin' Barrel Racin'
Pole Bendin'
Girls Goat Tyin' (from ground)
Dummy Ropin'

Age Division 10-13:
Boys:
Steer Ridin'
Chute Doggin'
Boys Goat Tyin'
Boys Breakaway Ropin'

Girls:
Steer Ridin'
Can Chasin' Barrel Racin'
Pole Bendin'
Girls Goat Tyin'
Girls Breakaway Ropin'

Boys & Girls:
Novice Team Ropin' (May team rope w/ a helper, helper will not receive any pts/payout)
Team Ropin'

Age Division 14-18:
Boys:
Steer Wrestlin'
Tie Down Calf Ropin'

Girls:
Can Chasin' Barrel Racin'
Pole Bendin'
Goat Tyin'
Breakaway Ropin'

Boys & Girls:
Ribbon Ropin'
Novice Team Ropin' (May team rope w/a no pt helper)
Team Ropin'

Events covered by the Idaho Equine Activities Immunity Act:
TITLE 6
ACTIONS IN PARTICULAR CASES
CHAPTER 18
EQUINE ACTIVITIES IMMUNITY ACT
6-1802. (1) Except as provided in subsections (2) and (3) of this section, an equine activity sponsor or an equine professional shall not be liable for any injury to or the death of a participant or equine engaged in an equine activity and, except as provided in subsections (2) and (3) of this section, no participant nor participant’s representative may maintain an action against or recover from an equine activity sponsor or an equine professional for an injury to or the death of a participant or equine engaged in an equine activity. (2) The provisions of this chapter do not apply to the horse or mule racing industry as regulated in chapter 25, title 54, Idaho Code. (3) Nothing in subsection (1) of this section shall prevent or limit the liability of an equine activity sponsor or an equine professional:
(a) If the equine activity sponsor or the equine professional:
(i) Provided the equipment or tack and the equipment or tack caused the injury; or
(ii) Provided the equine and failed to make reasonable and prudent efforts to determine the ability of the participant to engage safely in the equine activity, determine the ability of the equine to behave safely with the participant, and to determine the ability of the participant to safely manage the particular equine;
(iii) Owns, leases, rents or otherwise is in lawful possession and control of the land or facilities upon which the pa

We’re excited to announce that we’ve secured a venue and officially set our 2026 Rodeo Dates.All rodeos will be held at ...
05/03/2026

We’re excited to announce that we’ve secured a venue and officially set our 2026 Rodeo Dates.

All rodeos will be held at the Rigby Fairgrounds📍

We can’t wait to see you there! 🤠

 You can y enter multiple times on multiple horses. Come practice and have fun.
03/05/2026

 You can y enter multiple times on multiple horses. Come practice and have fun.

02/23/2026

We got a new program and here is the link to go and purchase your 2026 Memberships. Thank You and we can't wait for the season to start.
You will need to create an Account
and find the membership your looking for (individual or Family) please list all names the membership is for.
If you cannot find it you can search it on the events page (2026 Upper Valley Junior Rodeo Membership).

🤠 Rodeo Families! We are excited to announce our rodeo dates for the year!Memberships will need to be paid by Aug 1.This...
02/19/2026

🤠 Rodeo Families! We are excited to announce our rodeo dates for the year!

Memberships will need to be paid by Aug 1.

This year we are requiring sponsorships. These contributions help tremendously with the cost of production and prizes for our kids.

Minimum sponsor requirement:
• $50 per individual
• $100 per family

✨ There will also be higher tiers available for banner sponsors and saddle sponsors.

📍 All rodeos will be held at the Rigby Fairgrounds.

We will be posting more membership and sponsor information soon, along with the required forms.

We still need a few more volunteers to help at this watch party tomorrow night
12/13/2025

We still need a few more volunteers to help at this watch party tomorrow night

Rodeo Contestants!

We have an exciting opportunity to represent our association and help raise donations! The Idaho Falls War Bonnet Roundup has invited 8–10 of our contestants to volunteer at their NFR SHORT ROUND Watch Party.

📆 Saturday, December 13, 2026
⏰ 5:45 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Idaho Falls
💼 Duties: Bussing tables + refilling drinks

We are looking for volunteers in the 14–18 age group and the older contestants from 10–13 who are eager to help out and show support.

If you’re interested in volunteering, please comment, message us, or text KaLee Elkington at 208-313-4971.

Thank you for helping us represent the association with pride! 🤠✨

11/25/2025

We still need 6-8 volunteers for the NFR Watch Party on Dec 13

Rodeo Contestants!We have an exciting opportunity to represent our association and help raise donations! The Idaho Falls...
11/21/2025

Rodeo Contestants!

We have an exciting opportunity to represent our association and help raise donations! The Idaho Falls War Bonnet Roundup has invited 8–10 of our contestants to volunteer at their NFR SHORT ROUND Watch Party.

📆 Saturday, December 13, 2026
⏰ 5:45 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Idaho Falls
💼 Duties: Bussing tables + refilling drinks

We are looking for volunteers in the 14–18 age group and the older contestants from 10–13 who are eager to help out and show support.

If you’re interested in volunteering, please comment, message us, or text KaLee Elkington at 208-313-4971.

Thank you for helping us represent the association with pride! 🤠✨

The Heart of a Cowboy Some kids ride because it’s fun.Some kids ride because it comes easy.But every once in a while, yo...
11/18/2025

The Heart of a Cowboy

Some kids ride because it’s fun.
Some kids ride because it comes easy.
But every once in a while, you meet a kid who rides because his heart was born cowboy.

Jackson is that kid.

Despite physical challenges that would make most people step back, Jackson stepped forward—right into the arena, reins in hand and grit in his teeth. He didn’t just show up… he chose to barrel race and goat tie, with our 14-18 girls And he did it with a smile, a determined spark, and a courage that reminded all of us what this sport is really about.

Cowboy heart isn’t measured in seconds on the clock.
It’s measured in bravery, in try, in getting back up, and in chasing a dream even when the trail is rough.

And when Jackson finished his events?
He didn’t head for the bleachers or to go hang out with his friends he headed straight to the secretary’s office. He was always the first one there, ready to run errands, lend a hand, and help with anything that needed done. He made endless trips from the secretary’s office to the announcer stand. That kind of service, that willingness to pitch in even after giving his all in the arena, shows a heart as strong as any champion’s.

Jackson proved this year that ability isn’t what makes a cowboy—heart is.
He taught us that strength comes in many forms, that courage can look like a little boy climbing onto a big horse, and that the arena has room for every rider willing to give their whole heart.

We are proud of Jackson—his determination, his kindness, his grit, and the example he set for all of us. He didn’t just compete…
he inspired.

This guy! Jackson Simmons is the true rockstar of our association 💝 he is an awesome example or why rodeo is good for ki...
11/17/2025

This guy! Jackson Simmons is the true rockstar of our association 💝 he is an awesome example or why rodeo is good for kids. Jackson is this years Heart of the Cowboy award as he is such a good person inside and out. Always willing to help out and lend a hand to others and did a great job in his events this year as well! Thank you so much Jackson!

11/17/2025

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83440

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