Well, it is official...
We are Honored to be endorsed by and partnered with Wrangler National Patriot!!!Wrangler brand through their Wrangler National patriot Program has designated our organization as one of their approved 501 (C) 3 charities that PRCA rodeos and other western events hosting a Wrangler National Patriot event can make contributions to.
We are designated as a Wrangler National Patriot Event at the following New Mexico Rodeo's:
Rodeo de Santa ~ June 22nd - 25th, 2011 ~ 2801 Rodeo Road, Santa Fe, NM
Maverick Club 89th Annual 4th of July Rodeo ~ July 4th, 2011 ~ Maverick Rodeo Grounds, Cimarron, NM
Maverick Club WRCA Rodeo ~ August, 6th, 2011 ~ Maverick Rodeo Grounds, Cimarron, NMWrangler National Patriot Program is best described by themselves, as stated on their website:
"The program was seeded with a check for $50,000 donated by Wrangler in the name of cowboy legend and long-time friend of the Wrangler family, Jim Shoulders. The check was presented December 12, 2009 at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, NV.
"We have a high level of pride and respect for the individuals serving in the U.S. military who show heroism every day in an effort to protect our country. This is our chance to give back to those veterans who have suffered injuries fighting for our country's safety and freedom, and to their families who have lost a loved one while on duty," said Phil McAdams, president, Wrangler Specialty Apparel. "It is a cause we believe will resonate with the western industry and rodeo community in particular, and one they will get behind with sincerity."
Wrangler will donate a portion of the proceeds of Wrangler National Patriot shirts to charities providing support to military veterans and their families. The Wrangler National Patriot shirts will be available at rodeos across the country as well as western specialty retailers nationwide that carry Wrangler Western Wear.
Wrangler is encouraging rodeo committees across the country to create their own fundraising events and connect with locally based charities to provide assistance to wounded or fallen veterans and their families."
To find out more about Wrangler National Patriot please go to:
Wrangler National Patriot
Here Erik prepares for his lift with NARHA Certified instructor Georgia Smith, Cowboy Up! Director Rick Iannucci, and Eric's dad Gordon.
With the greatest of ease; Out of the chair and up in the air and Erik gently mounts Shilo. Smiles and laughs abound!
Erik learning the commands "Walk on" and Whoa" 
Erik, the Cowboy Up! crew, and his new buddy Shilo.
Smiling away and ready for next time!
