Wells Gray Riders Association of Clearwater will be proud to host the first annual Man Tracker Invitational this coming weekend, July 25 to 27 at Nakiska Ranch near Wells Gray Park.
Teams of four “prey” will try to elude four trackers on horseback in a round-robin tournament. Aside from raising funds for a public equine riding arena, the association hopes to raise awareness of a new sport at a competitive level, provincially.
Come on out on Saturday or Sunday for $5 per person (kids under 5 free) and support this great family event.
There will be a Kids Corral each day that will feature a 37’ pirate ship bouncy, a dunk tank with some local celebrities, a Kamloops A&W-sponsored root beer chugging/burping contest, a bubble gum blowing contest, a rubber ducky race, plus numerous giveaways and other surprises. Also on-site both days will be live performers, vendors (such as 4-Oak balsamic vinegar plus Gourmet Kettle Fudge and Popcorn), local artisans and local clubs selling their fare. The food concession on-site will be provided by The Lunch Box of Kamloops and JumpNJax Entertainment will sell hot dogs, popcorn and candy floss in the Kids Corral.
Every day there will be many instant wins given away.
A Saturday night dance will feature a silent auction and a late night buffet. The dance doors will open at 8 p.m. and last call will be at 11:30 pm at this licensed event. Free camping will be provided to ensure drinking responsibility without driving.
Master of ceremony for the weekend will be Wells Gray Country director Tim Pennell. Closing ceremony will be on Sunday at 4 p.m. Proceeds from the event will go towards a new public riding arena to be located at Upper Clearwater Hall.
For more information, go to www.wellsgrayriders.com or call 250-674-3039 for advance dance tickets.
