International Gay Rodeo Association Institutional Archives

box 1-89, 94, 96

Administrative files MSA.26.1 1982-2009

Scope and Contents

The Administrative files of the International Gay Rodeo Association include the correspondence, meeting minutes, financial records, promotional materials, and publications created in the administration of the Association. These files include the minutes and reports of the following committees: Animal Issues and Concerns, Arena Directors, Audit, Board of Directors, Community Outreach, Computer Expansion Study, Dance Competition, Fundraising, Health and Safety, International Dance Rules, Judges, Media Relations, Membership and Credentials, Rodeo Growth, Royalty, and Sponsorship.

Arrangement

Administrative files are loosely arranged, chronologically and then by the following types:

Meeting notes
Correspondence
Official documents
Rodeo event and promotional material
Publications

boxes 1-6, 94, 96

Administrative files 1982-1994

boxes 7-13, 94, 96

Administrative files 1989-1995

boxes 14-19, 94

Administrative files 1991-1996

boxes 20-26

Administrative files 1986-1996 1992-1996

boxes 27-33, 94

Administrative files 1987-1997 1994-1996

boxes 34-39, 94, 96

Administrative files 1991-1998

boxes 40-46

Administrative files 1986-2000 1997-1998

boxes 47-52, 94, 96

Administrative files 1994-1999 1998-1999

boxes 53-58, 94, 96

Administrative files 1997-2000

boxes 59-64, 94

Administrative files 1998-2002

boxes 65-70, 94

Administrative files 2000-2002

boxes 71-76, 94, 96

Administrative files 2001-2003

boxes 77-84, 94

Administrative files 2002-2005

boxes 84-89, 94, 96

Administrative files 2002-2009

boxes 90-94

Clothing and Memorabilia MSA.26.2 1983-2011

Scope and Contents

The clothing and memorabilia series comprises apparel worn by rodeo personnel and souvenirs for rodeo contestants and rodeo school attendees, as well as awards given and received by IGRA, including an IGRA belt buckle. Each contains printed sponsor and association logos, rodeo-specific graphics, and/or text identifying the event or describing the wearer's role at the rodeo (e.g., "Chute Coordinator" or "Volunteer").

boxes 95-98

Posters MSA.26.3 1983-2014

Scope and Contents

The poster series comprises over 180 posters advertising individual IGRA rodeos; one poster advertising the 1983 Rocky Mountain Regional Rodeo, a Colorado gay rodeo that pre-dates IGRA; one 1987 calendar produced by Charlie's, a gay bar in Denver, Colorado; one 1994 calendar of IGRA rodeos; one Miller Lite advertisement featuring a cowboy; and one poster advertising the 2002 IGRA Convention. Rodeo posters generally consist of ticketing and travel information (including host hotels), venue location, event dates, sponsor logos, member association logos, the IGRA logo, and/or a schedule of events. Most posters have original art created for that year's rodeo, and all typically feature country-western iconography and/or LGBTQ+ symbols.

Publications MSA.26.4 1982-2024

Language of Material: English.

Scope and Contents

The publications series includes programs produced for IGRA rodeos and two National Reno Gay Rodeos, newsletters produced by regional member associations of IGRA, and external magazines and newspapers, some reporting on gay rodeos while others produced for the LGBTQ+ community. In addition to documenting the production of the rodeos themselves, the programs and newsletters also reflect interactions between regional associations and other local LGBTQ+ organizations and communities; responses to regional and national events impacting LGBTQ+ people, including but not limited to the HIV/AIDS epidemic; and the production of social, sporting, and fundraising events independent of the rodeo.

Programs, 1982-2024 MSA.26.4.1

Arrangement

Programs are arranged chronologically by event date.

National Reno Gay Rodeo (non-IGRA, Comstock Gay Rodeo Association)
Rocky Mountain Regional Rodeo (Colorado Gay Rodeo Association)
Pikes Peak United Rodeo (Colorado Gay Rodeo Association)
Texas Gay Rodeo, Cowtown Rodeo, Capital City Rodeo, Space City Stampede, Big D Rodeo, and Texas Tradition Rodeo (Texas Gay Rodeo Association)
Road Runner Regional Rodeo and Saguaro Regional Rodeo (Arizona Gay Rodeo Association)
Los Angeles Rodeo, Bay Area Regional Rodeo/Best Buck in the Bay, San Diego Rodeo, Palm Springs Regional Rodeo, and Hot Rodeo (Golden State Gay Rodeo Association)
Sierra Stampede (Golden State Gay Rodeo Association, then Sacramento's Capital Crossroads Gay Rodeo Association)
Great Plains Regional Rodeo (Oklahoma Gay Rodeo Association, Kansas Gay Rodeo Association, Missouri Gay Rodeo Association, Great Plains Rodeo Association)
Zia Regional Rodeo (New Mexico Gay Rodeo Association)
Heart of America Rodeo (Missouri Gay Rodeo Association)
Atlantic Stampede (Atlantic States Gay Rodeo Association)
North Star Regional Rodeo and Great Northern Shindig (North Star Gay Rodeo Association)
Greater Northwest International Rodeo (Northwest Gay Rodeo Association)
Windy City Gay Rodeo (Illinois Gay Rodeo Association)
Rodeo in the Rock (Diamond State Rodeo Association)
Dixieland Rodeo and Southern Spurs Rodeo (Southeast Gay Rodeo Association)
Canadian Rockies International Rodeo (Alberta Rockies Gay Rodeo Association, then Canadian Rockies Gay Rodeo Association)
Greater Motown International Rodeo and RodeoFest (Michigan International Gay Rodeo Association)
Big Sky Regional Rodeo (Big Sky Gay Rodeo Association)
Show-Me State Rodeo (Missouri Gay Rodeo Association)
Bighorn Rodeo (Nevada Gay Rodeo Association)
Heartland Regional Rodeo (Heartland Gay Rodeo Association)
UGRA Rodeo and Crossroads of the West Regional Rodeo (Utah Gay Rodeo Association)
Comstock Stampede (High Sierra Rodeo Association)
T-Town Rodeo (Sooner State Rodeo Association)
Sunshine Stampede Rodeo (Florida Gay Rodeo Association)
Gateway Regional Rodeo (Gateway Gay Rodeo Association)
Liberty Stampede (Liberty Gay Rodeo Association)
Keystone State Charity Rodeo (Keystone State Gay Rodeo Association)
International Gay Rodeo Association Finals Rodeo/World Gay Rodeo Finals.

California's First Gay Rodeo Souvenir Edition MSA.26.4.1.4.1 1985

Physical Description: 3 copies

Scope and Contents

Souvenir Program for GSGRA's "California's First Gay Rodeo." Event held March 30-31, 1985, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center in Burbank, CA, as the first International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) sanctioned rodeo. Contains letter from GSGRA leadership; information about the Colorado Gay Rodeo Association (CGRA) drill team, rodeo events, sponsors, and upcoming IGRA rodeos; schedules of rodeo and country music & dance festival events; and advertisements for gay bars, gay pride events, leather community events, and other businesses.

Second Gay Rodeo and Dance Festival MSA.26.4.1.5.2 1986

Physical Description: 2 copies28 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA's "Second Gay Rodeo and Dance Festival." Event held March 21-23, 1986, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center in Burbank, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership; information about sponsors, entertainers, rodeo events, previous champions, arena personnel, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay and lesbian organizations and businesses.

Third Gay Rodeo '87 MSA.26.4.1.6.2

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Los Angeles Chapter (GLAC)'s "Third Gay Rodeo '87." Event held March 27-29, 1987, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center in Burbank, CA. Contains letters from International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) and GSGRA leadership (pictured); biography of grand marshal Gloria Allred; map of Los Angeles freeways; schedule of rodeo and entertainment events; information about sponsors, performers, arena personnel, rodeo events, and upcoming IGRA rodeos; and advertisements for gay and lesbian organizations and businesses.

1st Annual International Gay Finals Rodeo program MSA.26.4.1.6.4 1987

Physical Description: 3 copies22 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter (BAC)'s "1st Annual International Gay Finals Rodeo." Event held September 18-20, 1987, at Rowell Ranch Rodeo Park in Hayward, CA, and was the first produced by BAC. Contains letters from International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) president, GSGRA leadership, and Dianne Feinstein, mayor of San Francisco; maps of Hayward, CA, and the San Francisco Bay Area; schedule of events; information about sponsors, contestants, entertainers, grand marshal Shanti (an AIDS service organization), rodeo events, arena personnel, previous champions, and upcoming IGRA rodeos; and advertisements for gay bars and other businesses.

Rodeo '88 Los Angeles Gay Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.7.2

Physical Description: 3 copies

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Los Angeles Chapter (GLAC)'s "Rodeo '88 Los Angeles Gay Rodeo." Event held March 25-27, 1988, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center in Burbank, CA, and included a country music and dance festival and crafts fair in addition to the rodeo. Contains letters from International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) president and GSGRA leadership (pictured); biography of grand marshal Robert F. Craig, a gay activist and publisher; map of Los Angeles freeways; information about contestants, entertainment, sponsors, arena personnel, rodeo events, rodeo vocabulary, and upcoming IGRA rodeos; schedule of events; memorial for a member who passed; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses. 40 numbered pages.

Fifth Annual Los Angeles Gay Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.8.2 1989

Physical Description: 4 copies

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Los Angeles Chapter (GLAC)'s "Fifth Annual Los Angeles Gay Rodeo." Event held March 31-April 2, 1989, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center in Burbank, CA, as a benefit for AIDS Project Los Angeles. Contains letters from International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) president, GSGRA leadership, and rodeo royalty (all pictured); proclamation from the city of West Hollywood, CA; biographies and photographs of grand marshals Porter Warren, founder of Florence Nightingale AIDS Care, Inc., and Al Bell, founding president of GSGRA and owner of Floyds Country Bar in Long Beach, CA; information about arena personnel (pictured), GSGRA membership, rodeo events, sponsors, and upcoming IGRA rodeos; schedules of rodeo and dance/music festival events; map of Los Angeles freeways; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses. 34 numbered pages.

Rodeo 1990 Los Angeles MSA.26.4.1.9.2

Physical Description: 2 copies30 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Los Angeles Chapter (GLAC)'s "Rodeo 1990 Los Angeles." Event held March 30-April 1, 1990, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center in Burbank, CA. Contains letters from International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) and GSGRA leadership; biography and photograph of grand marshal Torie Osborn, the first woman executive director of the Los Angeles LGBT Center; information about GSGRA membership, entertainers, sponsors, arena personnel, rodeo events, and upcoming IGRA rodeos; schedules of rodeo and dance/music festival events; map of Los Angeles freeways; and advertisements for gay bars, gay and lesbian resorts, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses.

Second Annual San Diego Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.9.5 1990

Physical Description: 2 copies36 unnumbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater San Diego Chapter's "Second Annual San Diego Rodeo." Event held September 7-9, 1990, at Charro del Cerro San Miguel in Rancho San Diego, CA, as a benefit for AIDS organizations. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); biographies and photographs of grand marshals Gary Cheatham, founder of a laundry service for people with AIDS, and Kara Kobey, civic activist and AIDS educator; information about sponsors, entertainers, rodeo personnel and clowns, rodeo events, upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; photographs of Greater San Diego Chapter members and Imperial Court of San Diego royalty; schedule of events; memorial for a member who passed; and advertisements for gay and lesbian bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses.

Rodeo '91 MSA.26.4.1.10.2

Physical Description: 3 copies

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Los Angeles Chapter (GLAC)'s "Rodeo '91." Event held March 22-24, 1991, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center in Burbank, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured) and Tom Bradley, mayor of Los Angeles; biographies and photographs of grand marshals Phill Wilson, AIDS activist and founder of the Black Gay and Lesbian Leadership Forum, and Del Miller, president of GLAC; information about GSGRA membership, rodeo personnel, sponsors, rodeo events, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedules of rodeo and dance & musical festival events; map of Los Angeles freeways; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses. Features full-page advertisement for BLK, a newsmagazine serving Black LGBTQ+ communities. 30 numbered pages. Includes loose flyer of the rodeo arena events schedule and informational pamphlet. 2 copies.

Rodeo '91 MSA.26.4.1.10.7

Physical Description: 3 copies36 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater San Diego Chapter's "Rodeo '91." Event held September 27-29, 1991, at the Del Mar Fairgrounds Equestrian Complex in Del Mar, CA. Contains letters from International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) president (pictured), GSGRA leadership (some pictured), and Maureen O'Connor, mayor of San Diego; biography and photograph of grand marshal Judy Galloway, chapter member and rodeo contestant; information about sponsors, entertainers, rodeo personnel (pictured), clowns (pictured), announcer (pictured), GSGRA membership, history of gay rodeo, rodeo events, and upcoming IGRA rodeos; schedule of events; memorial for a member who passed; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses.

LA Rodeo 92 MSA.26.4.1.11.2

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Los Angeles Chapter (GLAC)'s "LA Rodeo 92." Event held March 20-22, 1992, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center in Burbank, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership; biography of grand marshal Pride Behind the Badge, an organization of gay and lesbian law enforcement officers; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, performers, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedules of events; map of Los Angeles freeways; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses. 42 numbered pages. 3 copies.

Bay Area Regional Rodeo 1992 MSA.26.4.1.11.5

Physical Description: 2 copies32 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter (BAC)'s "Bay Area Regional Rodeo 1992." Event held July 24-26, 1992, in Mission Bay, San Francisco, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured) and Frank M. Jordan, mayor of San Francisco; biography and photograph of grand marshal Carole Migden, political activist and member of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors; information about entertainers, sponsors, rodeo personnel (pictured), rodeo events, history of gay rodeo, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses. Features directory of Bay Area bars, including special designations for Black, women's, leather, western, and dancing venues.

Rodeo 92 MSA.26.4.1.11.8

Physical Description: 3 copies44 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater San Diego Chapter's "Rodeo 92." Event held September 25-27, 1992, at the Del Mar Fairgrounds Equestrian Complex in Del Mar, CA, as a benefit for AIDS organizations. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); proclamations from the city and county of San Diego; biography and photograph of grand marshal Will Jomarron, a chapter member; information about rodeo personnel (pictured), rodeo events, and GSGRA membership; schedule of rodeo and entertainment events; map of the rodeo grounds; photographs from San Diego chapter events, including Pride parade float; memorial for a member who passed; and advertisements for gay and lesbian bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, AIDS research, and other businesses. One copy includes loose informational pamphlet.

L.A. Rodeo '93 MSA.26.4.1.12.3

Physical Description: 3 copies32 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Los Angeles Chapter (GLAC)'s "L.A. Rodeo '93." Event held April 16-18, 1993, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center in Burbank, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership; biography and photograph of grand marshal Haagan Higgins, gay radio D.J. on KZLA; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, performers, history of gay rodeo, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedules of rodeo and dance & music festival events; map of Los Angeles freeways; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, AIDS research, and other businesses. One copy includes loose informational pamphlet.

Bay Area Regional Rodeo 1993 MSA.26.4.1.12.4

Physical Description: 2 copies56 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter (BAC)'s "Bay Area Regional Rodeo 1993." Event held May 21-23, 1993, at Cow Palace in Daly City, CA, as a benefit for AIDS service organizations. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); proclamation from the city and county of San Francisco; commendation from California State Senator Quentin Kopp; biography and photograph of grand marshal Keith Meinhold, plaintiff in a discrimination suit against the United States Navy; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel (pictured), history of gay rodeo, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, the San Francisco Police Department Mounted Unit, "Kick Up Your Heels" country western dance contest, "Miss Moo Queen" pageant, Carnival West and other Wild West shows, history of cowboy boots, rodeo vocabulary, acupuncture to treat injuries, animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedules of events; short story titled, "Rodeo Rookie, or, The Virgin Cowpoke"; feature on women in gay rodeo; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses.

5th Annual Rodeo 93 MSA.26.4.1.12.10

Physical Description: 2 copies36 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater San Diego Chapter's "5th Annual Rodeo 93." Event held September 24-26, 1993, at the Del Mar Fairgrounds Equestrian Complex in Del Mar, CA, as a benefit for AIDS organizations. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured) and the Imperial Court of San Diego (pictured); biography and photograph of grand marshal Ralph Martinez, chapter member; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel (pictured), GSGRA membership, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedules of rodeo and entertainment events; map of rodeo grounds; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses. Features ad for International March & Rally marking the 25th anniversary of Stonewall. One copy Includes loose map of rodeo grounds.

Palm Springs Regional Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.12.14 1993

Physical Description: 3 copies18 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Desert Empire Chapter's "Palm Springs Regional Rodeo." Event held November 5-7, 1993, at Empire Polo Club & Equestrian Park in Indio, CA, as a benefit for AIDS organizations. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership; biographies and photographs of grand marshals William K. Smith, executive director of the Desert AIDS Project, and David Kopay, among the first out players in the National Football League; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, entertainment and dances, "Coyote Queen" pageant, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses. One copy includes loose informational pamphlet.

10th Annual Los Angeles Gay Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.13.4 1994

Physical Description: 2 copies32 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Los Angeles Chapter (GLAC)'s "10th Annual Los Angeles Gay Rodeo." Event held April 15-17, 1994, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center in Burbank, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, GSGRA membership, histories of the International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) and GSGRA, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, United States Congress' health care reform proposals, and upcoming IGRA rodeos; schedules of rodeo and dance & music festival events; maps of Los Angeles and Burbank; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses. Features ad for International March & Rally marking the 25th anniversary of Stonewall. One copy includes loose flyer on the 1994 buckle sponsors.

1994 Bay Area Regional Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.13.7

Physical Description: 2 copies56 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter (BAC)'s "1994 Bay Area Regional Rodeo." Event held May 27-29, 1994, at Cow Palace in Daly City, CA, and included display of the NAMES Project AIDS Memorial Quilt. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured) and Frank M. Jordan, mayor of San Francisco; certificate of recognition from California State Senator Milton Marks; biography and photograph of grand marshal Milton Marks; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel (pictured), history of gay rodeo, "Kick Up Your Heels" country western dance contest, San Francisco Lesbian/Gay Freedom Band, San Francisco Police Department Mounted Unit, Pasos de Mount Diablo Drill Team, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, royalty pageants and the Imperial Court System, Carnival West and other Wild West shows, rodeo injuries, animal welfare, Peruvian Paso horses, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; memorial for member who passed; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses. Includes feature on International March & Rally marking the 25th anniversary of Stonewall, an open letter from animal rights activists, and feature on photographs of cowboys of color.

Greater San Diego Chapter 6th Annual Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.13.14 1994

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater San Diego Chapter's "6th Annual Rodeo." Event held September 22-25, 1994, at the Del Mar Faigrounds Equestrian Complex in Del Mar, CA, as a benefit for AIDS organizations. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); biographies and photographs of grand marshal Carl Peterson, former president of GSGRA, and member of the year Doug Kinney; proclamation from Susan Golding, mayor of San Diego; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel (pictured), history of gay rodeo, GSGRA membership, 1995 rodeo poster contest, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedules of rodeo and entertainment events; map of rodeo grounds; photographs from San Diego Rodeo '93; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses.

Palm Springs Regional Rodeo '94 MSA.26.4.1.13.19

Physical Description: 3 copies20 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Desert Empire Chapter's "Palm Springs Regional Rodeo '94." Event held November 4-6, 1994, at the Empire Equestrian Park in Indio, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership, including royalty; biography and photograph of grand marshal Patricia Nell Warren, author of The Front Runner; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, performers, history of gay rodeo, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay bars and other businesses.

11th Annual L.A. Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.14.3 1995

Physical Description: 2 copies39 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Souvenir Program for GSGRA - Greater Los Angeles Chapter (GLAC)'s "11th Annual L.A. Rodeo." Event held April 7-9, 1995, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center in Burbank, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership; biography and photograph of grand marshal Roger Bergmann, International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) president; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, history of gay rodeo, GSGRA membership, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, and upcoming IGRA rodeos; schedule of events; maps of Los Angeles, Burbank, and rodeo grounds; memorial for member who passed; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses. Features full-page advertisement for "Don Ling's Rainbow Dream Catcher," many photographs from previous rodeos, and registration form for Southern California Women for Understanding 1995 Lesbian Rights Awards Banquet.

Bay Area Regional Rodeo '95 MSA.26.4.1.14.6

Physical Description: 2 copies

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter (BAC)'s "Bay Area Regional Rodeo '95." Event held June 2-4, 1995, at Cow Palace in Daly City, CA, and included display of the NAMES Project AIDS Memorial Quilt. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); proclamation from Frank M. Jordan, mayor of San Francisco; biography and photograph of grand marshal Cleve Jones, who conceived of and created the first panel for the AIDS Memorial Quilt; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, history of rodeo and gay rodeo, royalty pageants, "Kick Up Your Heels" country western dance contest, the San Francisco Police Department Mounted Unit, animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; maps of San Francisco and rodeo grounds; memorial for member who passed; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses. Features photographs from previous rodeos. 32 numbered pages. Includes loose informational pamphlet.

7th Annual Rodeo '95 MSA.26.4.1.14.15

Physical Description: 2 copies40 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater San Diego Chapter's "7th Annual Rodeo '95." Event held September 21-24, 1995, at the Del Mar Fairgrounds Equestrian Center in Del Mar, CA, as a benefit for AIDS organizations. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); commendation of City Council of San Diego; proclamation from Susan Golding, mayor of San Diego; biographies and photographs of grand marshal Chris Shaw, proprietor of gay bars Kickers and Hamburger Mary's, and member of the year Vince Coco; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel (pictured), history of gay rodeo, rodeo vocabulary, "Twist n Shout" country western dance contest, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedules of rodeo and entertainment events; map of rodeo grounds; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses. One copy includes loose informational pamphlet.

Palm Springs Regional Rodeo '95 MSA.26.4.1.14.18

Physical Description: 3 copies20 unnumbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Desert Empire Chapter's "Palm Springs Regional Rodeo '95." Event held November 3-5, 1995, at the Empire Equestrian Park in Indio, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership, including royalty; biography and comic strip from grand marshal Tim Barela, creator of the comic strip "Leonard & Larry"; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, history of gay rodeo, Mr. Palm Springs Leather 1996 pageant, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay and lesbian bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses.

L.A. Rodeo '96 MSA.26.4.1.15.3

Physical Description: 2 copies34 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Los Angeles Chapter (GLAC)'s "L.A. Rodeo '96." Event held April 12-14, 1996, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center in Burbank, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership; biography and photograph of grand marshal Alison Arngrim, actress and AIDS activist; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, performers (pictured), Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, rodeo vocabulary, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; maps of Los Angeles and Burbank; schedules of rodeo and Dance & Music Festival events; GSGRA membership application; and advertisements for gay bars, Pride events, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses.

8th Annual Rodeo '96 MSA.26.4.1.15.13

Physical Description: 3 copies35 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater San Diego Chapter's "8th Annual Rodeo 96." Event held September 27-29, 1996, at the Del Mar Fairgrounds Equestrian Complex in Del Mar, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); proclamation from Susan Golding, mayor of San Diego; special commendation from San Diego councilmember Christine Kehoe; biographies and photographs of grand marshals Ruth Hendricks, owner of Huddle Restaurant and founder of Special Delivery, a meal delivery service for people with AIDS, and Rue Tootle, Manager of Client Services at Mama's Kitchen, a meal service for people with AIDS; biography and photograph of member of the year Phil Baldwin; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel (pictured), Boots & Briefs fundraiser, Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedules of rodeo and entertainment events; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses. One copy includes loose informational pamphlet.

1997 Los Angeles Rodeo and Country Fair MSA.26.4.1.16.4

Physical Description: 2 copies32 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Los Angeles Chapter (GLAC)'s "1997 Los Angeles Rodeo and Country Fair." Event held April 11-13, 1997, at the Hansen Dam Equestrian Center in Lake View Terrace, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership; biography and photograph of community grand marshal Randy King, owner of King's Western Wear in Studio City, CA; biography and photograph of grand marshal West Hollywood Cheerleaders, an LGBTQ+ performance group and nonprofit organization; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, performers (pictured), Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedules of rodeo and Dance and Music Festival events; map of Los Angeles area; GSGRA membership application; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, HIV research, and other businesses. Features photographs from previous rodeos. One copy includes loose informational pamphlet.

9th Annual Gay Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.16.10 1997

Physical Description: 2 copies36 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater San Diego Chapter's "9th Annual Gay Rodeo." Event held September 25-28, 1997, at the Fred Grand Arena in Ramona, CA, as a benefit for AIDS organizations. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); proclamation from Susan Golding, mayor of San Diego; special commendation from Christine Kehoe, San Diego City Councilmenber; biographies and photographs of grand marshal Christine Kehoe and member of the year Rick Washburn; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel (pictured), Boots & Briefs fundraiser, Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedules of rodeo and entertainment events; memorial for a member who passed; maps of Ramona and rodeo grounds; contestant scorecard; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses. One copy includes loose informational pamphlet.

LA Rodeo '98 MSA.26.4.1.17.4

Physical Description: 2 copies34 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Los Angeles Chapter (GLAC)'s "LA Rodeo '98." Event held April 17-19, 1998, at the Hansen Dam Equestrian Center in Lake View Terrace, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); biographies and photographs of grand marshals Tonya, a broadcaster on KZLA 93.9, and Floyds Cloggers, an amateur country western dance group; information about sponsors, rodeo events (pictured), rodeo personnel, International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) royalty (pictured), Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedules of rodeo and entertainment events; map of the Los Angeles area; memorial for a member who passed; GSGRA membership application; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, HIV testing, and other businesses.

San Diego's 10th Annual Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.17.13 1998

Physical Description: 2 copies28 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater San Diego Chapter's "10th Annual Rodeo." Event held October 1-4, 1998, at the Del Mar Fairgrounds in Del Mar, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); proclamation from Susan Golding, mayor of San Diego; biographies and photographs of grand marshal Mandy Schultz, LGBTQ+ activist and executive director of San Diego Lesbian and Gay Pride, and member of the year Jay Wilpolt; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel (pictured), rodeo performers (some pictured), Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, Boots & Briefs fundraiser, International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) royalty and dance champions, and upcoming IGRA rodeos; schedules of rodeo and entertainment events; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, San Diego AIDS Walk '98, Sundance Saloon, and other businesses. One copy includes loose informational pamphlet.

Los Angeles Rodeo '99 MSA.26.4.1.18.4

Physical Description: 2 copies16 unnumbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Los Angeles Chapter (GLAC)'s "Los Angeles Rodeo '99." Event held April 9-11, 1999, at the Hansen Dam Equestrian Center in Lake View Terrace, CA. Contains brief biography of grand marshals Truck Stop Tracy and Mr. Brenda Buffett, empress and emperor of the Imperial Court of Los Angeles; map of Los Angeles; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel and royalty, chapter leadership, entertainers (pictured), animal welfare, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, Christopher Street West and Long Beach Pride, and other businesses.

8th Annual Rodeo Roundup MSA.26.4.1.18.6 1999

Physical Description: 2 copies24 unnumbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter (BAC)'s "8th Annual Rodeo Roundup." Event held June 18-20, 1999, at the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds in San Jose, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership and Ron Gonzales, mayor of San Jose; biographies and photographs of grand marshals Brad Roberts (a chapter member), SHEBA! (Empress of the Imperial Court of San Francisco and rodeo royal), and PFLAG - Parents, Families, Friends of Lesbians & Gays; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, entertainers, history of gay rodeo, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse (and accompanying poem), and animal welfare; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, the Los Angeles Police Department, and other businesses. Features centerfold collage of photographs from previous rodeos. One copy includes loose flyer advertising a chapter pool party, a loose informational pamphlet about GSGRA-Capital Crossroads' 1999 Sierra Stampede, and a loose schedule of events.

San Diego Rodeo '99 MSA.26.4.1.18.14

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater San Diego Chapter's "San Diego Rodeo '99." Event held September 16-19, 1999, at the Del Mar Fairgrounds in Del Mar, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); proclamation from Susan Golding, mayor of San Diego, and special commendation from San Diego councilmember Christine Kehoe; biographies and photographs of grand marshal David Pickle, rodeo director, and member of the year Robert Kojima; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel (pictured), entertainers and rodeo royalty (pictured), Boots & Briefs fundraiser, history of gay rodeo, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; memorial for a member who passed; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, AIDS Walk, political action against homophobic legislation, and other businesses. One copy includes loose informational pamphlet.

The L.A. Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.19.2 2000

Physical Description: 2 copies20 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Los Angeles Chapter (GLAC)'s "The L.A. Rodeo." Event held April 14-16, 2000, at the Hansen Dam Equestrian Center in Lake View Terrace, CA, as a fundraiser for L.A. Shanti, Minority AIDS Project, and the Gilda Radner Ovarian Cancer Detection Program at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Contains letter from GSGRA leadership; information about charity beneficiaries, sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel and royalty, animal welfare, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; map of Los Angeles area; schedule of events; and advertisements for LGBTQ+ and other businesses.

9th Annual San Francisco Bay Area Gay Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.19.4 2000

Physical Description: 2 copies22 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter (BAC)'s "9th Annual San Francisco Bay Area Gay Rodeo." Event held June 16-18 at the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds in San Jose, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); biography and photograph of grand marshal Ingu Yun, president of Sundance Association for Country-Western Dancing and member of the leather community; a information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, entertainers, history of gay rodeo, Ceremony of the Riderless Horse (and accompanying poem), animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses. Features centerfold collage of photographs from previous rodeos.

Sierra Stampede 2000 MSA.26.4.1.19.9

Physical Description: 2 copies10 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Capital Crossroads Chapter's "Sierra Stampede 2000." Event held August 17-20, 2000, at the Central Park Horse Arena in Rio Linda, CA, as a fundraiser for the Sacramento AIDS Foundation. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership; biographies of grand marshals Dr. Scott Christensen, president of the Sacramento AIDS Foundation, and George Barber and Bruce Balderson, partners who were chapter members; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, and animal welfare; schedule of events; and advertisements for a gay dance club and a gay magazine. One copy includes loose informational pamphlet.

12th Annual San Diego Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.19.13 2000

Physical Description: 3 copies48 unnumbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater San Diego Chapter's "12th Annual San Diego Rodeo." Event held September 21-24, 2000, at the Del Mar County Fairgrounds in Del Mar, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); biographies and photographs of grand marshal Erin Eaton (longtime chapter member), member of the year Neil Holmes, and Philip W. Baldwin Service Award winners Nigel and Big Mike of Ordinary Miracles, a fundraising group for AIDS service organizations; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel (pictured), entertainers (pictured), Boots & Briefs fundraiser, Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedules of rodeo and entertainment events; results from International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) country-western dance competition finals; map of rodeo location; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses.

LA Rodeo 2001 MSA.26.4.1.20.2

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Los Angeles Chapter (GLAC)'s "LA Rodeo 2001." Event held April 27-29, 2001, at the Hansen Dam Equestrian Center in Lake View Terrace, CA, as a fundraiser for PAWS/LA (Pets Are Wonderful Support). Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); biography of grand marshal, the Imperial Courts of the Greater Los Angeles Area; information about sponsors, rodeo events (pictured), rodeo personnel and volunteers (some pictured), entertainers and royalty (pictured), history of gay rodeo, Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedules of rodeo and entertainment events; map of Los Angeles area; memorial for a member who passed; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ and AIDS service organizations, and other businesses. One copy includes loose informational pamphlet.

10th Annual Golden State Gay Rodeo Association Bay Area Regional Rodeo & Festival MSA.26.4.1.20.7 2001

Physical Description: 2 copies16 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter (BAC)'s "10th Annual Golden State Gay Rodeo Association Bay Area Regional Rodeo & Festival." Event held June 15-17, 2001, at the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds in San Jose, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); proclamation from the City of San Jose; biography and photograph of grand marshal Marlena, bar owner and empress of the Imperial Court of San Francisco; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, rodeo royalty (pictured), history of gay rodeo, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, and animal welfare; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ and AIDS service organizations, and other businesses. Features collage of photographs from previous rodeos.

13th Annual San Diego Rodeo 2001 MSA.26.4.1.20.15

Physical Description: 2 copies46 unnumbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater San Diego Chapter's "13th Annual San Diego Rodeo 2001." Event held September 20-23, 2001, at the Del Mar County Fairgrounds in Del Mar, CA as a fundraiser for Being Alive and the Harvey Milk/Tom Homman Scholarship Fund. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); biography and photograph of grand marshals Bernie Horan, Dan Stringfield, and their dog Buster, owners of Twiggs Coffeehouse in University Heights, San Diego; biography and picture of member of the year Nancy Novak; biography of Philip W. Baldwin Service Award recipient Chris Shaw, bar owner and gay community organizer; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel (pictured), entertainment (pictured), Boots & Briefs fundraiser, Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; map of rodeo location; International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) country-western dance finals results; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses.

Hot Rodeo IGRA Finals MSA.26.4.1.20.16 2001

Physical Description: 2 copies12 pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Palm Springs Chapter's "Hot Rodeo IGRA Finals." Event held October 18-21, 2001, at an arena constructed by the chapter in Palm Springs, California. Contains letters from International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) and GSGRA leadership; biographies of grand marshals Jack Schroeder, a Palm Springs community member, and Absolute Empress I Jose, activist and founder of the International Imperial Court System; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, entertainment, history of rodeo and gay rodeo, animal welfare, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, and upcoming IGRA rodeos; schedules of entertainment, royalty, and rodeo events; and advertisements for gay bars, Palm Springs Pride, and other businesses.

L.A. Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.21.4 2002

Physical Description: 2 copies32 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Los Angeles Chapter (GLAC)'s "L.A. Rodeo." Event held April 19-21, 2002 at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center in Burbank, CA, as a fundraiser for Servicemembers Legal Defense Network and the Los Angeles Police Memorial Foundation. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); biography and photograph of grand marshal Ivy Bottini, founder of AIDS Network and co-chair of the City of West Hollywood's Lesbian and Gay Advisory Board; information about charity beneficiaries, sponsors, rodeo events (pictured), rodeo personnel, entertainers and rodeo royalty (some pictured), history of gay rodeo, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; memorial for a member who passed; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, Sundance Saloon country western dancing, and other businesses. Features two-page collage of photographs from previous rodeos.

Best Buck in the Bay MSA.26.4.1.21.8 2002

Physical Description: 2 copies28 unnumbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter (BAC)'s "Best Buck in the Bay: 11th Annual San Francisco Bay Area Regional Rodeo & Festival." Event held June 13-16, 2002, at the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds in San Jose, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); biography and photograph of grand marshal George Gonzales, a politican and LGBTQ community organizer; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel (pictured), entertainers, history of gay rodeo, Ceremony of the Riderless Horse (and accompanying song), rodeo royalty (pictured), animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ and AIDS service organizations, San Jose Gay Pride Parade and Festival, Sundance Saloon country western dances, and other businesses.

Fourteenth Annual San Diego Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.21.15 2002

Physical Description: 3 copies24 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater San Diego Chapter's "Fourteenth Annual San Diego Rodeo." Event held September 19-22, 2002 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds in Del Mar, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); biography and photograph of grand marshal Kickers Cloggers, a dance troupe sponsored by gay bars Kicker's and Hamburger Mary's; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel (pictured), entertainers (pictured), Diamond Spur Casino Night fundraiser, Boots & Briefs fundraiser, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; GSGRA membership application; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses.

19th Annual L.A. Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.22.2 2003

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Los Angeles Chapter (GLAC)'s "19th Annual L.A. Rodeo." Event held April 11-13, 2003, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center in Burbank, CA, as a fundraiser for the Long Beach Gay & Lesbian Center and Taking the Reins. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); biography and photograph of the 2002 International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) President's Award winner, Ruth Hilderbrandt; information about sponsors, charity beneficiaries, rodeo events (pictured), rodeo personnel (some pictured), entertainers (some pictured), history of gay rodeo, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; memorial for a member who passed; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, Sundance Saloon country western dancing, the Autry Museum of Western Heritage, and other businesses. Features centerfold collage of photographs from previous rodeos. One copy includes loose informational flyer, loose advertisement for male erotica production company Titan Media, and loose advertisement for American Airlines.

Best Buck in the Bay 12th Annual San Francisco Bay Area Gay Rodeo & Festival MSA.26.4.1.22.5 2003

Physical Description: 2 copies32 unnumbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter (BAC)'s "Best Buck in the Bay 12th Annual San Francisco Bay Area Gay Rodeo & Festival." Event held June 20-22, 2003, at Driscoll Ranches in La Honda, CA, as a fundraiser for Pets Are Wonderful Support (PAWS) of San Francisco. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership and royalty (pictured); biography and photograph of grand marshal Absolute Empress 37 Barbie LaChoy of the Imperial Court of San Francisco; information about sponsors, PAWS of San Francisco, rodeo events, rodeo personnel (some pictured), entertainers, history of gay rodeo, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse (and accompanying song), animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; GSGRA membership application; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ and AIDS service organizations, Sundance Saloon country western dancing, and other businesses. Includes three loose informational flyers.

15th Annual San Diego Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.22.15 2003

Physical Description: 3 copies32 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater San Diego Chapter's "15th Annual San Diego Rodeo." Event held September 25-28, 2003, at the Del Mar Fairgrounds in Del Mar, CA, as a fundraiser for the Lesbian Health Clinic in San Diego, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); proclamation from Dick Murphy, mayor of San Diego; biography and photograph of grand marshals Steve Rock and Debi Williams, owners of gay bar The Hole in Point Loma, CA; biography and photograph of member of the year Ken Valdez; information about sponsors, the Lesbian Health Clinic, rodeo events, rodeo personnel (pictured in the style of a Wanted poster), entertainers (pictured), history of gay rodeo, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedules of rodeo and entertainment events; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, OutFest San Diego film festival (including list of screenings and film descriptions), and other businesses.

LA Gay Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.23.4 2004

Physical Description: 2 copies37 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Los Angeles Chapter (GLAC)'s "LA Gay Rodeo 20th Anniversary Celebration." Event held August 6-8, 2004, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center in Burbank, CA, as a fundraiser for Gay and Lesbian Adolescent Social Services. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); biography and photograph of grand marshal Jackie Goldberg, member of the California State Assembly; information about sponsors, charity beneficiary, rodeo events, rodeo personnel (some pictured), rodeo royalty (pictured), entertainers (pictured), history of gay rodeo, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; map of Burbank, CA; memorials for members who have passed; GSGRA membership application; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ and AIDS service organizations, an anti-Republican merchandise store, and other businesses.

Best Buck in the Bay, 13th Annual Gay Rodeo & Festival MSA.26.4.1.23.5 2004

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter (BAC)'s "Best Buck in the Bay 13th Annual Gay Rodeo & Festival." Event held August 20-22, 2004, at the Corralejo Tequila Arena at Driscoll Ranches in La Honda, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership and royalty (pictured); biography and photograph of grand marshal Rich Gordon, San Mateo County Supervisor; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, history of gay rodeo, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse (and accompanying song), animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, the Imperial Council of San Francisco, Sundance Saloon country western dancing, and other businesses.

16th Annual San Diego Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.23.7 2004

Physical Description: 3 copies31 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater San Diego Chapter's "16th Annual San Diego Rodeo." Event held September 16-19, 2004, at the Del Mar Fairgrounds in Del Mar, CA, as a fundraiser for the Hillcrest Youth Center. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); biographies and pictures of grand marshals American Veterans for Equal Rights and disc jockeys Tony and Kris from US 95.7 Country Radio; biography and photograph of Ralph Martinez Memorial member of the year Ed Wallum; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel and royalty (pictured), entertainers (some pictured), history of gay rodeo, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, Grand Entry, animal welfare and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, Sundance Saloon country western dancing, and other businesses.

LA Rodeo XXI MSA.26.4.1.24.5 2005

Physical Description: 2 copies27 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Los Angeles Chapter (GLAC)'s "LA Rodeo XXI." Event held August 5-7, 2005, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center in Burbank, CA, as a fundraiser for the AIDS Service Center in Pasadena, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership and royalty (pictured); information about sponsors, rodeo events (pictured), rodeo personnel (some pictured), entertainers (pictured), history of gay rodeo, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; map of Burbank, CA; GSGRA membership application; and advertisements for gay bars, bear community event with the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, LGBTQ+ and AIDS service organizations, Sundance Saloon country western dancing, the Los Angeles Police Department, and other businesses.

Buck in the Bay San Francisco Bay Area 14th Annual Gay Rodeo & Festival MSA.26.4.1.24.9 2005

Physical Description: 3 copies28 unnumbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter (BAC)'s "Best Buck in the Bay San Francisco Bay Area 14th Annual Gay Rodeo & Festival." Event held September 16-18, 2005, at Driscoll Ranches in La Honda, CA, as a fundraiser for Sunburst Projects, a children's AIDS organization. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); biographies of grand marshal the Imperial Court of San Francisco and featured artist Steff Mahan, a Nashville-based singer-songwriter; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, entertainers and parties, history of gay rodeo, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse (and accompanying song), animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, Sundance Saloon country western dancing, and other businesses.

Los Angeles Gay Rodeo Weekend Festival MSA.26.4.1.25.9 2006

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Los Angeles Chapter (GLAC)'s "Los Angeles Gay Rodeo Weekend Festival." Event held August 3-6, 2006, at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center in Burbank, CA as a fundraiser for The Life Group LA, an AIDS service organization. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership; biography of a mystery grand marshal; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, entertainers (pictured), the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; memorial for a member who passed; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, Sundance Saloon country western dancing, and other businesses.

Best Buck in the Bay San Francisco Bay Area 15th Annual Gay Rodeo & Festival MSA.26.4.1.25.11 2006

Physical Description: 2 copies36 unnumbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter (BAC)'s "Best Buck in the Bay San Francisco Bay Area 15th Annual Gay Rodeo & Festival." Event held September 14-17, 2006, at the Midori Arena at Driscoll Ranches in La Honda, CA, as a fundraiser for Project Open Hand, a meal delivery service for people living with AIDS. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership; biographies and photographs of grand marshal Greg Sherrell, "the Gay Sportscaster," headline entertainer Scooter Lee, "special attraction" the Barbary Coast Cloggers, and Miss Bay Area Rodeo '06 Gloria Whole; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, history of gay rodeo, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse (and accompanying song), animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, the Imperial Court of San Francisco coronation, Sundance Saloon country western dancing, and other businesses.

2007 Coors Light San Diego Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.26.7

Physical Description: 2 copies23 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater San Diego Chapter's "2007 Coors Light San Diego Rodeo." Event held June 1-3, 2007, at the Lakeside Rodeo Grounds in Lakeside, CA, as a fundraiser for the Lupus Foundation of Southern California. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); biography of community grand marshals the founding members of the Greater San Diego Chapter of GSGRA; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, rodeo royalty (pictured), entertainers (pictured), the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, Grand Entry, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses.

Best Buck in the Bay San Francisco Bay Area 16th Annual Gay Rodeo & Festival MSA.26.4.1.26.14 2007

Physical Description: 2 copies24 unnumbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter (BAC)'s "Best Buck in the Bay San Francisco Bay Area 16th Annual Gay Rodeo & Festival." Event held September 14-16, 2007, at the Wild Turkey Arena at Driscoll Ranches in La Honda, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); biographies and photographs of grand marshal Theresa Sparks, LGBTQ+ activist and CEO of Good Vibrations adult store in San Francisco, and Ms. Bay Area Rodeo 2007 Coco; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, history of gay rodeo, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse (and accompanying song); and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay bars, Sundance Saloon country western dancing, a screening of Brokeback Mountain, and other businesses.

Hot Rodeo 2008 MSA.26.4.1.27.4

Physical Description: 2 copies36 unumbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Palm Springs Chapter's "Hot Rodeo 2008." Event held May 2-4, 2008, at the A.C. Dysart Equestrian Center in Banning, CA, as a fundraiser for the Desert Women for Equality "We Care" Free Mammogram Program. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); Certificate of Recognition from Stephen P. Pougnet, mayor of Palm Springs, CA; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel (pictured), rodeo royalty (pictured), the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; map of One Eleven Plaza at 2500 N. Palm Canyon; and advertisements for gay, bear, and leather bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, Palm Springs Pride, and other businesses.

L.A. Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.27.7 2008

Physical Description: 2 copies24 unnumbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Los Angeles Chapter (GLAC)'s "L.A. Rodeo." Event held June 20-22, 2008, at the Rancho Potrero Equestrian Center in Newbury Park, CA, as a fundraiser for The Life Group LA, an AIDS service organization. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel and royalty (some pictured), the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; memorials to members who passed; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses.

Sierra Stampede 2008 MSA.26.4.1.27.11

Physical Description: 2 copies45 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for Sacramento's Capital Crossroads Gay Rodeo Association (SCCGRA)'s "Sierra Stampede 2008." Event held July 25-27, 2008, at the Central Park Horse Arena in Rio Linda, CA, as a fundraiser for Saddle Pals, a division of United Cerebral Palsy. Contains letters from SCCGRA leadership, California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, and mayor of Sacramento Heather Fargo (pictured); biographies and photographs of grand marshal Gretchen Bender, president of the Sacramento Board of Education, and featured artist Ann P. Meredith, a photographer; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, vendors, animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, horse racing at the California State Fair, and other businesses.

17th Annual Best Buck in the Bay MSA.26.4.1.27.12 2008

Physical Description: 2 copies28 unnumbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter (BAC)'s "17th Annual Best Buck in the Bay." Event held August 15-17, 2008, at Driscoll Ranches in La Honda, CA, as a fundraiser for Lyon-Martin Health Services. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership; biographies of rodeo royalty; biography and photograph of grand marshal Galilea, performer and former empress of the Imperial Court of San Francisco; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse (and accompanying song); and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, Sundance Saloon country western dancing, and other businesses.

Coors Light San Diego Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.27.17 2008

Physical Description: 2 copies28 unnumbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater San Diego Chapter's "Coors Light San Diego Rodeo." Event held September 12-14, 2008, at the Lakeside Rodeo Grounds in Lakeside, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured);biographies and photographs of grand marshal Erin Eaton, arena director, and community grand marshal Nicole Murray-Ramirez, LGBTQ+ activist and former "Express" of the Imperial Court of San Diego; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel (some pictured), rodeo royalty (pictured), the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, Grand Entry, animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses.

Hot Rodeo 2009 MSA.26.4.1.28.4

Physical Description: 2 copies24 unnumbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Palm Springs Chapter's "Hot Rodeo 2009." Event held May 1-3, 2009, at the A.C. Dysart Equestrian Center in Banning, CA, as a fundraiser for the Desert Outreach Foundation. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured) and Steve Pougnet, mayor of Palm Springs, CA; biographies and photographs of rodeo royalty and grand marshal Stan Fielding, a chapter member; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay bars and other businesses.

San Diego Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.28.11 2009

Physical Description: 2 copies33 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater San Diego Chapter's "09 Coors Light San Diego Rodeo." Event held September 10-13, 2009, at the Lakeside Rodeo Grounds in Lakeside, CA, as a fundraiser for Family Matters, a surrogacy agency in San Diego, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured) and San Diego councilmember Todd Gloria, who also served as community grand marshal; biography and photograph of grand marshal Sara Critchlow, owner of Redwing Bar & Grill in San Diego, CA; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel and royalty (some pictured), entertainers (pictured), the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, Grand Entry, animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay bars and other businesses.

2010 Sierra Stampede MSA.26.4.1.29.5 2010

Physical Description: 2 copies32 unnumbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for Sacramento's Capital Crossroads Gay Rodeo Association (SCCGRA)'s "2010 Sierra Stampede." Event held June 12-13, 2010, at the Central Park Horse Arena in Rio Linda, CA, as a fundraiser for United Cerebral Palsy of Greater Sacramento's Saddle Pals program and Lavender Library Archives and Cultural Exchange. Contains letters from SCCGRA leadership, California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, and mayor of Sacramento Kevin Johnson (pictured); biographies and photographs of grand marshals Kenny Yerkes, owner of the Bolt gay bar, and Brian McMartin, community organizer; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay, leather, and bear bars, LGBTQ+ service organizations, motorcycle clubs, the California State Fair, and other businesses.

Hot Rodeo 2011 MSA.26.4.1.30.4

Physical Description: 2 copies29 numbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Palm Springs Chapter's "Hot Rodeo 2011." Event held April 29-May 1, 2011 at the A.C. Dysart Equestrian Center in Banning, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, rodeo royalty (pictured), the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; and advertisements.

Best Buck in the Bay Rodeo and Festival MSA.26.4.1.30.13 2011

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter (BAC)'s "Best Buck in the Bay Rodeo and Festival." Event held September 10-11, 2011, at Driscoll Ranches in La Honda, CA, as a fundraiser for the Breast Cancer Emergency Fund. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership and royalty (pictured); information about sponsors, charity beneficiary, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, history of gay rodeo, animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; and advertisements for Sundance Saloon country western dancing and other businesses. 24 unnumbered pages. Includes loose page detailing other rodeo personnel, the sponsors of the Calf Roping on Foot event, an official Bay Area Chapter wine, and the biographies and photographs of grand marshals Allen Register and Neil Gelineau, chapter members.

Palm Springs Hot Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.32.1 2013

Physical Description: 2 copies36 unnumbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Palm Springs Chapter's "Palm Springs Hot Rodeo." Event held May 3-5, 2013, at the A.C. Dysart Equestrian Center in Banning, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership, rodeo royalty, and Stephen P. Pougnet, mayor of Palm Springs, CA (pictured); biography and photograph of grand marshal Elizabeth Anderson, longtime chapter member; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse, animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay and leather bars, Greater Palm Springs Pride, the Imperial Court of Los Angeles, equine rescue, and other businesses.

Sierra Stampede Rodeo & Festival MSA.26.4.1.32.3 2013

Physical Description: 2 copies28 unnumbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for Sacramento's Capital Crossroads Gay Rodeo Association (SCCGRA)'s "Sierra Stampede Rodeo & Festival." Event held June 7-9, 2013, at the Central Park Equestrian Center in Rio Linda, CA, as a fundraiser for the San Joaquin Pride Center. Contains letters from SCCGRA leadership (pictured); biography and photograph of grand marshal Dr. Neil Flynn, MD, a physician at HIV/AIDS nonprofit clinic CARES. information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, the Ceremony of the Riderless Horse animal welfare, and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay, leather, and bear bars, Court of the Greater Northwest Imperial Empire, and other businesses.

12th Sierra Stampede Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.35.1 2016

Physical Description: 2 copies

Scope and Contents

Program for Sacramento's Capital Crossroads Gay Rodeo Association (SCCGRA)'s "12th Sierra Stampede Rodeo." Event held September 17-18, 2016, at the Central Park Horse Arena in Rio Linda, CA, as a fundraiser for the Sacramento LGBT Community Center. Contains letters from SCCGRA leadership, descriptions and order of rodeo events, a list of sponsors and grand marshals, and a schedule of events. Consists of one 8.5 x 11 piece of paper folded in half.

Best Buck in the Bay MSA.26.4.1.36.1 2017

Physical Description: 2 copies

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter (BAC)'s "Best Buck in the Bay." Event held September 15-17, 2017, at the Russian River Rodeo Grounds in Duncan Mills, CA. Contains letter from chapter leadership, list of rodeo personnel and royalty, running order of rodeo events, and a list of sponsors. Consists of one 8.5 x 11 piece of paper folded in half.

Best Buck in the Bay MSA.26.4.1.37.7 2018

Physical Description: 2 copies

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter (BAC)'s "Best Buck in the Bay." Event held September 14-16, 2018, at the Russian River Rodeo Grounds in Duncan Mills, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); biographies and photographs of grand marshal Steve Larranga, chapter member, and community grand marshal Chuck Limbert, a retired police officer with the San Francisco Police Department; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, and animal welfare; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay bars, a bear community convention, Sonoma County Pride, Sundance Saloon country western dancing, and other businesses. Pages 19-28 of the August 2018 edition of The Fight: A Queer Revolution magazine. Each copy includes three loose pages: one letter from the GSGRA-BAC president, a rodeo trivia BINGO card, and a GSGRA membership application.

Hot Rodeo MSA.26.4.1.38.3 2019

Physical Description: 2 copies24 unnumbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Greater Palm Springs Chapter's "Hot Rodeo." Event held May 2-5, 2019, at the A.C. Dysart Equestrian Center in Banning, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); biography and photograph of grand marshal Mike Thompson, CEO of the LGBT Community Center of the Desert in Palm Springs, CA; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, animal welfare and upcoming International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) rodeos; schedule of events; and advertisements for gay and leather bars, leather pride events, LGBTQ+ service organizations, and other businesses.

Best Buck in the Bay MSA.26.4.1.38.8 2019

Physical Description: 2 copies8 unnumbered pages

Scope and Contents

Program for GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter (BAC)'s "Best Buck in the Bay." Event held September 13-15, 2019, at the Russian River Rodeo Grounds in Duncan Mills, CA. Contains letters from GSGRA leadership (pictured); biographies and photographs of grand marshal Jane Silva, stock contractor for IGRA rodeos, and community grand marshal Tomas Luzod, a chapter member; information about sponsors, rodeo events, rodeo personnel, and the upcoming 2019 World Gay Rodeo Finals; and a rodeo BINGO card.

Newsletters MSA.26.4.2 1985-2005

Alberta Rockies Gay Rodeo Association (ARGRA)
Arizona Gay Rodeo Association (AGRA)
Atlantic States Gay Rodeo Association (ASGRA)
Big Sky Gay Rodeo Association (BSGRA)
Colorado Gay Rodeo Association (CGRA)
Diamond State Rodeo Association (DSRA)
Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA)
Heartland Gay Rodeo Association (HGRA)
Idaho Gay Rodeo Association (IDGRA)
Illinois Gay Rodeo Association (ILGRA)
Kansas Gay Rodeo Association (KGRA)
Michigan International Gay Rodeo Association (MIGRA)
Missouri Gay Rodeo Association (MGRA)
Nevada Gay Rodeo Association (NGRA)
New Mexico Gay Rodeo Association (NMGRA)
North Star Gay Rodeo Association (NSGRA)
Northwest Gay Rodeo Association (NWGRA)
Oklahoma Gay Rodeo Association (OGRA)
Sooner State Rodeo Association (SSRA)
Southeast Gay Rodeo Association (SEGRA)
Texas Gay Rodeo Association (TGRA)
Tri-State Gay Rodeo Association (TSGRA)
Utah Gay Rodeo Association (UGRA)

Arrangement

Newsletters are arranged first alphabetically by member association, then chronologically by publication date.

Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA) Newsletters MSA.26.4.2.9 February 1991-January 2005

Scope and Contents

Newsletters of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), a member association of the International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA). Primarily regards the administrative and community affairs of various regional chapters and the production of chapter rodeos. Chapters include (Greater) San Diego, (Greater) Los Angeles, Bay Area [San Francisco and San Jose areas], Greater Palm Springs, Capital Crossroads [Sacramento area], Central Sierra, Desert Empire [Palm Springs area], and Los Angeles Central.

GSGRA - San Diego Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.1 February 1991

Scope and Contents

Contains updates on the upcoming Rodeo '91 and Rodeo '92, information about trainings to become certified rodeo officials, a report on a judging seminar GSGRA San Diego hosted in January 1992, and a calendar of events for February 1992. Features a full page on a Valentine's Weekend trip to Floyds in Long Beach, California.

GSGRA Newsletters MSA.26.4.2.9.2 September 1991

Scope and Contents

Newsletters of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), a member association of the International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA). Primarily regards the administrative and community affairs of various regional chapters and the production of chapter rodeos. All items originally bundled with each other and mailed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

GSGRA - San Diego Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.2.3 1991

Scope and Contents

Newsletter of the San Diego chapter of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), dated September 1991. Contains letter from the President of GSGRA, September calendar of events, and information about Rodeo '91 and a Rodeo Kickoff Party/Dance. Features a full-page advertisement for "A Benefit for the San Diego Gay Rodeo Assoc." at Wolfs, a San Diego leather bar.

GSGRA - Los Angeles Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.2.4 1991

Scope and Contents

Newsletter of the Los Angeles chapter of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), dated September 1991. Contains calendar of events, information about a Rodeo Playday, a call for donors and bidders on typesetting and printing for LA Rodeo '92, and information about bull riding schools and custom-made bull ropes. Column includes community news and gossip. Features a fundraising event for a GSGRA member who was seriously injured at an event.

GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.2.5 1991

Scope and Contents

Newsletter of the Bay Area chapter of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), undated but presumed September 1991. Contains an announcement of the 1992 Bay Area Regional Rodeo, a report of survey results from the Education and Special Events Committee (including demographics, reasons for joining, participation rates, and interest in specific events), a list of chapter officers and committee chairs, and a September calendar of events. Columns include community news and gossip.

GSGRA Newsletters MSA.26.4.2.9.3 October 1991

Scope and Contents

Newsletters of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), a member association of the International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA). Primarily regards the administrative and community affairs of various regional chapters and the production of chapter rodeos. All items originally bundled with each other and mailed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado. Dated October 1991.

GSGRA - Los Angeles Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.3.1 1991

Scope and Contents

Newsletter of the Los Angeles chapter of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), dated October 1991 (misprinted as "September 1991"). Contains a column on the differences between calf roping in gay rodeo and in professional rodeo, a calendar of events, a call for volunteers to serve as chairpersons for GSGRA and Los Angeles Rodeo '92 committees. Features a memorial for a founding GSGRA member, pictured.

GSGRA - San Diego Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.3.2 1991

Scope and Contents

Newsletter of the San Diego chapter of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), dated October 1991. Contains news on chapter office relocation and two August fundraising events, reports from the nominating committee and the treasurer, and information on benefits of GSGRA Membership at stores and venues across California. Postmarked September 25, 1991 and addressed to R J Newby at IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

GSGRA Newsletters MSA.26.4.2.9.4 November 1991

Scope and Contents

Newsletters of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), a member association of the International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA). Primarily regards the administrative and community affairs of various regional chapters and the production of chapter rodeos. All items originally bundled with each other and mailed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado. Dated November 1991.

GSGRA Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.4.1 1991

Scope and Contents

Newsletter of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), postmarked October 28, 1991, in Upland, California, and addressed to RJ Newby at IGRA in Denver, Colorado. Contains a treasurer's report summarizing GSGRA's current net worth and the income/expense report from the fiscal year ending in September 1991; a list of top honors and titles from the IGRA Finals Rodeo 1991; and advertisements for two country gay bars and one country clothing retailer.

GSGRA - San Diego Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.4.2 1991

Scope and Contents

Newsletter of the San Diego chapter of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), dated November 1991. Contains brief reports, thanks, and wrapping details for Rodeo '91; information on the annual chapter banquet, AIDS Walk '91, and a "Country Christmas" party; a reprint of by-laws pertaining to board nominations; a notice of the chapter office's relocation; and a calendar of events. Page is folded in the top-left corner.

GSGRA - Los Angeles Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.4.3 1991

Scope and Contents

Newsletter of the Los Angeles chapter of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), dated November 1991. Contains expressions of gratitude to the San Diego chapter for Rodeo '91 and to Skylark Bar for hosting meetings, information about a farewell party for two GSGRA members, a call for volunteers to chair LA Rodeo '92 committees and for articles to be included in future newsletters, a preliminary financial report on Rodeo '91, and a calendar of events. Back page features information about volunteer opportunities for Rodeo '92 and includes a reprinted photograph of two rodeo-goers, one pinning a contestant number on the other's back.

GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.4.4 1991

Scope and Contents

Newsletter of the Bay Area chapter of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), undated but presumed November 1991. Three pages. First page contains announcement of the Bay Area chapter's Annual Meeting of Members. Second page contains information about being a GSGRA member without being affiliated with a chapter, news quoted from the Kansas Gay Rodeo Association in Wichita, Kansas, about a new site for the 1991 International Gay Rodeo Association Finals Rodeo, and a full-page feature on Dance Festival '91 in Dallas, Texas. Third page contains GSGRA contestant standings in each IGRA rodeo event as of September 1, 1991; on the back, a box has been drawn around "G.S.G.R.A." in ink.

GSGRA Newsletters MSA.26.4.2.9.5 January 1992

Scope and Contents

Newsletters of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), a member association of the International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA). Primarily regards the administrative and community affairs of various regional chapters and the production of chapter rodeos. All items originally bundled with each other and mailed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado. Dated January 1992.

GSGRA - San Diego Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.5.1 circa January 1992

Scope and Contents

Newsletter of the San Diego chapter of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), dated January 1992. Contains a brief reflection on the "Country Christmas" party; information about an upcoming judging seminar, a new member "indoctrination and briefing," and the first Rodeo '92 roundtable; and a calendar of the events. Includes a memorial to a San Diego chapter member. Back page features a happy new year message, including large clip art of an anthropomorphized crescent moon.

GSGRA - Los Angeles Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.5.2 circa January 1992

Scope and Contents

Newsletter of the Los Angeles chapter of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), dated January 1992. Contains a mostly blank first page, excepting a short calendar of events, an order form for an official chapter shirt from Sheplers, news about a staffing change on the Judges committee, and an itemized Treasurer's Report summarizing GSGRA's current net worth and the income/expense report from the fiscal year ending in November 1991. Postmarked December 20, 1991 and addressed to RJ Newby at IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.5.3 circa January 1992

Scope and Contents

Newsletter of the Bay Area chapter of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), dated January, presumed 1992. Contains announcement of a special election for Executive Vice President, news about the Bay Area Regional Rodeo site, a call for feedback on rodeo event clinics and for volunteers to chair chapter committees, and information about a rummage sale, canned food drive for the Central Valley AIDS team, a New Year's Eve fundraiser, and the Road Runner Regional Rodeo in Phoenix. Arizona. Features a "wanted" column for Lester "The Paso Kid" Siegers and a column from "the Fashion posse" on the question of where to sew on the Bay Area chapter's patches.

GSGRA Newsletters MSA.26.4.2.9.6 February 1992

Scope and Contents

Newsletters of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), a member association of the International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA). Primarily regards the administrative and community affairs of various regional chapters and the production of chapter rodeos. All items originally bundled with each other and mailed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

GSGRA - Los Angeles Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.6.1 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains confirmation of LA Rodeo '92, announcement of a new Rodeo Director, errata from the January newsletter related to the location of the February General Membership Meeting, rodeo participation information for new members, a call for articles for the newsletter, and a calendar of events. Back page features information about volunteer opportunities for Rodeo '92 and includes a reprinted photograph of two rodeo-goers, one pinning a contestant number on the other's back. A second page (torn at the top) contains a Treasurer's Report summarizing GSGRA's current net worth and the income/expense report from December 1991. Postmarked twice, once on January 25, 1992, in Upland, California, and once on January 27, 1992, in Long Beach, California. Addressed to RJ Newby at IGRA in Denver, Colorado. Two phone numbers are written in pencil next to the postmarks.

GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.6.2 circa February 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains updates about the Bay Area Regional Rodeo '92, a report from the New Year's Eve party fundraiser and January membership meeting, and information about roping and rough stock clinics, an upcoming fundraiser, the Rodeo Sweethearts Ball, the February membership meeting, and the LA Rodeo '92. Features results from the Road Runner Regional Rodeo '92, held in Phoenix, Arizona, and a "trivia" (cryptic gossip) column.

GSGRA Newsletters MSA.26.4.2.9.7 March 1992

Scope and Contents

Newsletters of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), a member association of the International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA). Primarily regards the administrative and community affairs of various regional chapters and the production of chapter rodeos. All items originally bundled with each other and mailed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado. Dated March 1992.

GSGRA Annual Convention Registration Form MSA.26.4.2.9.7.1 1992

Scope and Contents

Registration form for the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA) Annual Convention, held May 2 and 3, 1992 at the Radisson Hotel in San Diego, California. Includes information about the convention agenda and accommodations.

GSGRA - San Diego Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.7.2 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains news on the donation of proceeds from Rodeo '91 to AIDS organizations, an announcement of the San Diego chapter's nomination for three Nicky Awards, a farewell message to two chapter members, an announcement of a special election and finalization of the Rodeo '92 poster design, board member news, information about the GSGRA convention and upcoming Rodeo Playday, a report and gossip from the Road Runner Regional Rodeo '92, and a calendar of events.

GSGRA - Los Angeles Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.7.3 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains a notice of an upcoming election of chapter officers, a list of participants in Road Runner Regional Rodeo '92, a call for volunteers at LA Rodeo '92, a farewell message from the newsletter editors, a calendar of events, and a full-page feature of information about volunteer opportunities for Rodeo '92 and includes a reprinted photograph of two rodeo-goers, one pinning a contestant number on the other's back.

GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.7.4 March 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains announcement of new Vice President, information about LA Rodeo '92, a calendar of IGRA events, and information about an upcoming barbecue fundraiser, rough stock clinic, and rummage sale. Features "wanted" column for "Hombre Lester Siegers."

GSGRA Los Angeles Central Chapter Newsflash MSA.26.4.2.9.7.5 1992

Scope and Contents

Announcement of the ongoing formation of the Los Angeles Central (LAC) chapter of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association. Includes mission statement, information about volunteer opportunities on various committees, address, calendar of events, and invitation to join.

Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA) Statement of Financial Position MSA.26.4.2.9.7.6 circa February 1992

Scope and Contents

Treasurer's Report summarizing the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA)'s current net worth and the income/expense report from January 1992. Postmarked February 26, 1992, in Upland, California, and addressed to RJ Newby at IGRA in Denver, Colorado. Page is torn on the top and bottom.

GSGRA Newsletters MSA.26.4.2.9.8 April 1992

Scope and Contents

Newsletters of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), a member association of the International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA). Primarily regards the administrative and community affairs of various regional chapters and the production of chapter rodeos. All items originally bundled with each other and mailed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

GSGRA - San Diego Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.8.1 April 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains reports on their first Rodeo Playday, held March 15, 1992, and the 17th Annual Nicky Awards Ceremony, held March 1, 1992; updates on Rodeo '92; a reminder about the GSGRA Convention, to be held in San Diego in May 1992; a welcome message to a new newsletter contributor; and a calendar of events.

GSGRA - Los Angeles Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.8.2 April 1992

Scope and Contents

Item dated April 1992 but misprinted as "March 1992." Contains information about upcoming election of new officers, call for participants in the GSGRA Rodeo Royalty contest, an apology for omitting names in last issue's list of Road Runner Regional Rodeo '92 participants, gratitude to general members from the current board, a reprint of the farewell message from the newsletter editors, and information about a non-GSGRA-affiliated fundraiser for the Santa Maria House AIDS Hospice. Column includes encouragement to participate in the LA chapter elections and the GSGRA convention from Rodeo Rita.

Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA) - Bay Area Chapter (BAC) Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.8.3 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains a report from a barbecue fundraising event, rain dates for a rummage sale and rough stock clinic, reminders about the GSGRA convention and various chapter meetings, and information on an upcoming Barn Dance held at Double D Bar Ranch in Madeira, California, and Beer-Bust.

Open Letter to Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA) Members MSA.26.4.2.9.8.4 March 1992

Scope and Contents

Announcement of the ongoing formation of the Desert Empire Chapter of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), dated March 20, 1992. Includes description of the relationship between the Palm Springs Regional Rodeo Organizing Committee and the San Diego chapter of GSGRA and argues for the need of a new chapter to serve the Inland Empire and High Desert regions. Signed by Phil Sladick, then President of the Desert Empire Chapter.

GSGRA Annual Convention Registration Form MSA.26.4.2.9.8.5 April 1992

Scope and Contents

Registration form for the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA) Annual Convention, held May 2 and 3, 1992 at the Radisson Hotel in San Diego, California. Includes information about the convention agenda and accommodations. Back of the page contains information about how to receive the 1992 Bylaws Committee Report.

GSGRA Statement of Financial Position MSA.26.4.2.9.8.6 circa March 1992

Scope and Contents

Treasurer's Report summarizing the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association's current net worth and the income/expense report from February 1992. Postmarked twice, once on March 30, 1992, in Upland, California, and once on March 31, 1992, in Long Beach, California. Addressed to RJ Newby at IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

GSGRA Newsletters MSA.26.4.2.9.9 May 1992

Scope and Contents

Newsletters of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), a member association of the International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA). Primarily regards the administrative and community affairs of various regional chapters and the production of chapter rodeos. All items originally bundled with each other and mailed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado. Dated May 1992.

LA Rodeo 92 Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA) Members Ribbons and Buckles MSA.26.4.2.9.9.1

Scope and Contents

Report listing Golden State Gay Rodeo Association members who were ribbon and buckle winners at the 1992 Los Angeles Gay Rodeo. Organized by event and gender, including: breakaway roping, barrel race, pole bending, goat dressing, bull riding, bareback bronc, steer riding, chute dogging, roping on foot, flag race, steer decorating, and wild drag race.

GSGRA - Los Angeles Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.9.2 May 1992

Scope and Contents

Item dated May 1992 but date misprinted as "March 1992." Contains announcements of GSGRA royalty contestants, election results, and Long Beach Lesbian & Gay Pride; information about the upcoming membership meeting and fundraising Yard Sale; an order form for GSGRA merchandise; and a calendar of events. Column includes a report on LA Rodeo 92 from Rodeo Rita.

GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.9.3 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains a report from the previous month's Barn Dance, congratulations to LA Rodeo ribbon- and buckle-winners, a t-shirt order form, and information about upcoming events, including the GSGRA State Convention, a partnership with a local festival, a barbecue, chili cook-off, beer bust, and "human rodeo." Features a drawing of the Bay Area chapter t-shirt on the back page.

GSGRA Statement of Financial Position MSA.26.4.2.9.9.4 March 1992

Scope and Contents

Treasurer's Report summarizing the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA)'s current net worth and the income/expense report from March 1992. Postmarked April 28, 1992, in Upland, California. Addressed to RJ Newby at IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

GSGRA Newsletters MSA.26.4.2.9.10 June 1992

Scope and Contents

Newsletters of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), a member association of the International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA). Primarily regards the administrative and community affairs of various regional chapters and the production of chapter rodeos. All items originally bundled with each other and mailed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

GSGRA - San Diego Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.10.1 June 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains an announcement of the Grand Marshal of San Diego Rodeo '92 and Rodeo '92 merchandise and information about upcoming events, including the GSGRA State Convention, Christopher Street West Pride Parade & Festival, San Diego Lesbian & Gay Pride, Auntie Helen's Night of Stars, the Rodeo Rockettes Revue, and a general calendar of events. Features a column that highlights rodeo jargon and a full-page flyer about an upcoming group camping trip in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, including registration details, a map, and camping guidelines.

GSGRA - Greater Los Angeles Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.10.2 June 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains a call for volunteers for Greater Los Angeles Chapter (GLAC) first rodeo playday, donations for a yard sale fundraiser, and newsletter items; a report on the new general membership meeting structure; an announcement of a new "Presidential Award" each month in the newsletter to highlight hardworking chapter members; a merchandise order form; and information about upcoming events, including the GSGRA state convention, the Christopher Street West Pride Parade, and a general calendar of events.

GSGRA - Los Angeles Central Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.10.3 June 1992

Scope and Contents

Inaugural Newsletter of the Los Angeles Central chapter (LAC) of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association. Contains announcements of official integration as a new chapter of GSGRA during the GSGRA state convention, new contact information for LAC, and LAC officer elections; information about upcoming events, including a rummage sale fundraiser, the Christopher Street West Pride Parade, the International Gay Rodeo Association Convention, and a general calendar events for LAC and IGRA; expressions of gratitude to outgoing LAC committee chairs; a call for items for the newsletter; and a memorial for an LAC member.

GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.10.4 June 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains a report from the Second Annual GSGRA Chili Cook-Off and the previous month's beer bust, a reminder to order t-shirts, a call for volunteers to staff a booth at the San Francisco Gay and Lesbian Freedom Day Celebration, congratulations to participants in the Colorado Springs and Tuscon rodeos, and information about upcoming events, including the GSGRA State Convention, the Bay Area general membership meeting, tabling at Castro Beach, and Stumptown festival. Postmarked May 23, 1992, in Long Beach and Upland, California, and addressed to RJ Newby at IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

GSGRA Newsletters MSA.26.4.2.9.11 July 1992

Scope and Contents

Newsletters of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), a member association of the International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA). Primarily regards the administrative and community affairs of various regional chapters and the production of chapter rodeos. All items originally bundled with each other and mailed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

GSGRA Chapter Elections Flyer MSA.26.4.2.9.11.1 1992

Scope and Contents

Flyer announcing the election of chapter representatives to the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association Board of Directors. Includes dates and locations of elections for the Bay Area, Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, and Los Angeles Central chapters.

GSGRA Chapter Affiliation Form MSA.26.4.2.9.11.2 1992

Scope and Contents

Form to update chapter affiliation within the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA) following the chartering of the Desert Empire and Los Angeles Central chapters. Postmarked June 24, 1992, in Long Beach, California, and June 25, 1992, in Upland, California. Addressed to RJ Newby at IGRA in Denver, Colorado. Form is written over in cursive ink, "This is not for you hon.! Love Joe".

GSGRA - Greater Los Angeles Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.11.3 July 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains reminders to obtain a name badge and about the new monthly meeting format; announcements of June birthdays, the 1993 Rodeo Director, and the June Presidential Award recipients; and information about upcoming events, including the monthly meeting, July beer bust, a bus trip to San Diego, and a Gymkhana education day, featuring workshops on both rodeo events and other equestrian events.

GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.11.4 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains call for volunteers for Bay Area Regional Rodeo 92; information about the July monthly meeting and Rodeo Kick-off parties; announcements of new Bay Area chapter members and two new GSGRA chapters, the 1992-1993 GSGRA board of directors, and elections for chapter representatives to the GSGRA board of directors; a report from tabling at Castro Beach and from San Jose Gay Pride Weekend; and a get-well message to an injured member.

GSGRA Newsletters MSA.26.4.2.9.12 August 1992

Scope and Contents

Newsletters of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), a member association of the International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA). Primarily regards the administrative and community affairs of various regional chapters and the production of chapter rodeos. All items originally bundled with each other and mailed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

A Note from the President MSA.26.4.2.9.12.1 1992

Scope and Contents

Letter from the newly elected president of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association. Includes updated contact information for GSGRA, a brief reflection on the unity of the five chapters at the Rocky Mountain Regional Rodeo, and information about the first state board meeting, including the agenda. Postmarked July 29, 1992, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to RJ Newby at IGRA in Denver, Colorado. Ink, pencil, and red colored pencil handwriting covers the back page, detailing an address in Phoenix, Arizona, four phone numbers, and two other unidentified numbers.

GSGRA - San Diego Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.12.2 August 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains information about Summer Hoedown 1992, an upcoming bus trip to Palm Springs; reports from the 1992 San Diego Pride parade and festival and the Rocky Mountain Regional Rodeo in Denver, Colorado. Features a full-page call for volunteers at the Greater San Diego Chapter 4th Annual Rodeo, including a wanted poster with pop art-style images of a bull rider.

GSGRA - Greater Los Angeles Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.12.3 August 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains information about upcoming events, including monthly meetings, Gymkana education day, and a bus trip to San Diego; a call for volunteers for the Los Angeles Rodeo 1993 and for poster designs; reports from the Oklahoma Rodeo [Great Plains Regional Rodeo] and yard sale fundraiser; an announcement of the departure of the chapter vice president; and a note from the chapter president.

GSGRA - Los Angeles Central Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.12.4 August 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains reports from the Christopher Street West Pride Parade and the first fundraiser beer bust for AIDS organizations; information about LAC participation in the AIDS Project Los Angeles Walk-a-thon and a "victory party" to celebrate chapter formation; and a calendar of events for LAC, GSGRA, and the International Gay Rodeo Association.

GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.12.5 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains reports from the Human Rodeo, Rocky Mountain Regional Rodeo, July general meeting, and San Francisco Gay & Lesbian Freedom Day Parade and Celebration. Features a humorous "psychic" foretelling of the events of the Bay Area Regional Rodeo '92, including a surprise visit from the mayor of San Francisco.

GSGRA Newsletters MSA.26.4.2.9.13 September 1992

Scope and Contents

Newsletters of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), a member association of the International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA). Primarily regards the administrative and community affairs of various regional chapters and the production of chapter rodeos. All items originally bundled with each other and mailed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

GSGRA Statement of Financial Position MSA.26.4.2.9.13.1 circa August 1992

Scope and Contents

Treasurer's Report summarizing the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA)'s current net worth and the income/expense report from the year ending February 29, 1992. Postmarked August 26, 1992, in City of Industry, California, and addressed to RJ Newby at IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

GSGRA - San Diego Chapter and Desert Empire Chapter Newsletters MSA.26.4.2.9.13.2 September 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains a nearly full-page feature on the upcoming San Diego Rodeo '92, including a full breakdown of the events of the rodeo weekend and information about how to buy tickets; a brief report from the Bay Area Regional Rodeo '92; and a call for nominations for the chapter board of directors. Back page is a photo copy of the August-September 1992 issue of The Desert Howler, the newsletter of the Desert Empire chapter of GSGRA, which contains information about an upcoming garage sale fundraiser benefiting the chapter and a local AIDS organization; announcements about the new chapter logo (pictured) and the winners of the 1992 International Gay Rodeo Association National Amateur Dance Championships; a call for volunteers and to confirm chapter affiliation; a report from the beer bust fundraiser; and a calendar of events.

GSGRA - Greater Los Angeles Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.13.3 September 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains announcements of new chapter vice president and state representatives, Presidential Award recipients, changes in the newsletter chair position, and the Rodeo Hotline; information about upcoming events, including the membership meeting, a pool party and potluck, and a secretary/scorekeeper seminar; and a calendar of events for GSGRA and the International Gay Rodeo Association.

GSGRA - Los Angeles Central Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.13.4 September 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains an announcement of election results, information about upcoming chapter meetings and communal horseback riding, a report from the State Board for GSGRA meeting, and a t-shirt order form. The back page features a form to update membership records and chapter affiliation.

GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.13.5 September 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains a report from the Bay Area Regional Rodeo '92 and announcement of Rodeo '93; information about upcoming events, including a beer bust, the Zia Regional Rodeo in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the San Diego Rodeo, and the monthly and annual chapter meetings; and a memorial for a chapter member.

GSGRA Newsletters MSA.26.4.2.9.14 November 1992

Scope and Contents

Newsletters of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), a member association of the International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA). Primarily regards the administrative and community affairs of various regional chapters and the production of chapter rodeos. All items originally bundled with each other and mailed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

Upcoming Golden State Gay Rodeo Association Chapter Activities MSA.26.4.2.9.14.1 1992

Scope and Contents

Flyer of upcoming Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA) and International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) events from late October 1992 through March 1993. Postmarked October 26, 1992, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to RJ Newby at IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

GSGRA Statement of Financial Position MSA.26.4.2.9.14.2 circa November 1992

Scope and Contents

Treasurer's Report summarizing the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA)'s current net worth and the income/expense report from the year ending September 1992.

GSGRA - San Diego Chapter and Greater Los Angeles Chapter Newsletters MSA.26.4.2.9.14.3 November 1992

Scope and Contents

One sheet of paper containing the newsletter of the San Diego chapter on one side and the newsletter of the Greater Los Angeles chapter (GLAC) on the other.

The San Diego chapter newsletter contains a report from San Diego Rodeo '92, information about upcoming chapter elections and a chapter dinner/dance, a column dedicated to two long-serving board members, and a letter from the outgoing chapter secretary. The Greater Los Angeles Chapter newsletter contains information about upcoming monthly meetings, bylaw changes, and events hosted by the Community Outreach committee; an announcement of the 1993 Bay Area Chapter rodeo, GLAC's participation in the Grand Entry of future rodeos, October birthdays, and October's Presidential Award recipient.

GSGRA - Los Angeles Central Chapter and Desert Empire Chapter Newsletters MSA.26.4.2.9.14.4 1992

Scope and Contents

One sheet of paper containing the newsletter of the Los Angeles Central chapter on one side and the newsletter of the Desert Empire chapter on the other.

The Los Angeles Central chapter newsletter, undated, contains information about purchasing chapter dress shirts, participating in communal horseback riding, and the upcoming Texas Rodeo; results from a raffle at an earlier fundraiser; a list of chapter members who won events at San Diego Rodeo '92; and a calendar of events. The Desert Empire chapter newsletter, dated October/November 1992, contains a list of new members; order forms for and information about chapter calendars and t-shirts for sale; a report from San Diego Rodeo '92; and a calendar of events.

GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.14.5 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains reports from the Mr. San Francisco Cowboy Fundraiser, San Diego Rodeo '92, a chili cook-off fundraiser for AIDS service organizations, and a member's participation in a singing competition at a straight bar; information about Bay Area Rodeo '92, a new member drive, and an AIDS walk fundraiser; a list of new members; and a calendar of events. Columns include community news and gossip ("Comments from the Outhouse!!") and a humorous article about how to properly wear a cowboy hat ("Cowboy Couture").

GSGRA Newsletters MSA.26.4.2.9.15 December 1992

Scope and Contents

Newsletters of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA), a member association of the International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA). Primarily regards the administrative and community affairs of various regional chapters and the production of chapter rodeos. All items originally bundled with each other and mailed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

GSGRA Letter to Membership MSA.26.4.2.9.15.1 circa November 1992

Scope and Contents

Letter to the membership of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association describing the process for renewing membership and explaining why maintaining chapter membership is important for rodeo contestants. Postmarked November 23, 1992 in Long Beach, California, and mailed first class to RJ Newby at IGRA in Denver, Colorado. Back of page contains logo for "The Chute," with slogan, "The Best Sheet Comes From The Chute."

GSGRA State Board Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.15.2 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains information about the upcoming state board meeting and how to obtain reimbursement for a canceled convention, a list of committee chairs, a call for fundraising ideas for a memorial fund that supports rodeo participants, and a Christmas and New Year holiday greeting from the board. Back page contains a treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and the income/expense report from the year ending October 1992.

GSGRA - San Diego Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.15.3 December 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains results from the chapter board elections, including information about each new board member's history with the chapter; a report from the International Gay Rodeo Association finals in Phoenix, Arizona; an announcement of a food drive for a local food bank; information about the upcoming Christmas Open House party; and a calendar of events. Back page features a photocopy of a certificate of special commendation from the City of San Diego and Mayor Maureen O'Connor, dated September 30, 1992, congratulating the San Diego chapter on their Rodeo '92, which took place September 24-27, 1992.

GSGRA - Los Angeles Central Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.15.4 December 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains a report from the International Gay Rodeo Association finals in Phoenix, Arizona, and from the Texas Gay Rodeo Association's Dallas rodeo; information about LAC dress shirts for sale and communal horseback riding; congratulations to a chapter member who won a prize for sportsmanship at San Diego Rodeo '92, featuring a photograph of the member; and a calendar of events. Back page features upcoming GSGRA events in December 1992 and January 1993, and International Gay Rodeo Association rodeo dates for the 1993 season.

GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter and Great Los Angeles Chapter Newsletters MSA.26.4.2.9.15.5 December 1992

Scope and Contents

One sheet of paper containing the newsletter of the Bay Area chapter (BAC) on one side and the newsletter of the Greater Los Angeles chapter (GLAC) on the other.

BAC newsletter contains an announcement of the location of the upcoming Bay Area Regional Rodeo '93 and the addition of a pageant event at the rodeo; a report from the annual chapter membership meeting, including results from the chapter officer elections; information about upcoming events, including fundraisers; a report from the International Gay Rodeo Association Finals in Phoenix, Arizona; and a calendar of events.

GLAC newsletter contains information about the upcoming monthly meeting and holiday party; a report from the Rodeo '93 director on the election of rodeo committee chairs; a call for nominations for Grand Marshall, for volunteers for committee positions and Rodeo '93, and for contributions to the newsletter; and an announcement of the new community outreach committee co-chair.

GSGRA - Desert Empire Chapter Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.15.6 December 1992

Scope and Contents

Contains information about the Desert Empire, GSGRA 1993 Chapter Calendar, which features local cowboys and cowgirls; reports from a social gathering and a cake walk fundraiser; a call for volunteers on various chapter committees; and a calendar of events. Back page features a form to update membership records and chapter affiliation.

GSGRA - Bay Area Chapter (BAC) Newsletter MSA.26.4.2.9.16 November 1993

Scope and Contents

Contains information about the upcoming annual chapter meeting, including nominations for the chapter board; an announcement of the Bay Area Regional Rodeo '93; a call for volunteers on chapter and rodeo committees; a report from a fundraiser; and a calendar of events. Back page features a form to update membership records and chapter affiliation.

The Chute Newsletters MSA.26.4.2.9.17 1993-2005

Scope and Contents

Monthly publications of the various chapter associations of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association. Primarily regards the administrative and community affairs of various regional chapters and the production of chapter rodeos. Each set compiles newsletters from a combination of San Diego, Los Angeles, Bay Area [San Francisco and San Jose areas], Greater Palm Springs, Capital Crossroads [Sacramento area], Central Sierra, Desert Empire [Palm Springs area], and Los Angeles Central chapters. Includes variations of chapter assocation names such as Greater San Diego and Greater Los Angeles chapters. Issues date from January 1993 through January 2005.

See MSA.72 Golden State Gay Rodeo Association Archives for more issues of The Chute.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.1 January 1993

Physical Description: 3 copies8 pages; taupe and white paper

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Los Angeles Central, Bay Area, Desert Empire, San Diego, and Greater Los Angeles chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '93, San Diego Rodeo '93, Los Angeles Rodeo '93, royalty pageants, and social gatherings), reports from Texas Gay Rodeo '92 and fundraisers (for the chapters, AIDS service organizations, and food banks), community news, and calendars of events. Postmarked December 26, 1992, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to RJ Newby at IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.2 February 1993

Physical Description: 1 copy8 pages; yellow paper

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles, Los Angeles Central, Desert Empire, and San Diego chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, Los Angeles Rodeo '93, San Diego Rodeo '93, and social gatherings), reports from earlier rodeos and fundraisers (for the chapters and AIDS service organizations), community news and gossip columns, memorials for members who have passed, calls for volunteers and Rodeo Royalty contestants, and calendars of events. Postmarked using an Elvis stamp on January 27, 1993, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to Rickey Joe Newby at IGRA in Denver, Colorado. A flyer for the GSGRA Multi-Chapter Buck Out is stapled to the top-left corner, and there is handwriting in ink on the back page of the newsletter.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.3 March 1993

Physical Description: 1 copy10 pages; goldenrod paper

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles, Los Angeles Central, Desert Empire, Bay Area, and San Diego chapters. Contains a treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and the income/expense report for January 1993, information about upcoming events (including state/chapter meetings, social gatherings, dance competitions, educational seminars, rodeos, pageants, and fundraisers), reports from earlier fundraising events, community news and gossip columns, calls for volunteers, announcements of rule changes and the formation of a new chapter of GSGRA (Central Sierra), and calendars of events. Features a full-page advertisement for Rodeo Night at Knott's Berry Farm, a fundraiser for AIDS service organizations. Postmarked February 24, 1993, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to Rickey Joe Newby at IGRA in Denver, Colorado. A registration form for the GSGRA Annual Convention is stapled to the newsletter.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.4 April 1993

Physical Description: 4 copies10 pages; goldenrod paper

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from San Diego, Desert Empire, Los Angeles Central, Greater Los Angeles, and Bay Area chapters. Contains a treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and the income/expense report for the fiscal year ending February 1993; updates on the ongoing formation of the Central Sierra Chapter of GSGRA; an announcement of nominations for GSGRA offices; information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, fundraisers, social gatherings, and awards ceremonies); reports from fundraising events for AIDS service organizations; community news; calls for volunteers and rodeo veterinarians; trivia questions; and calendars of events. Postmarked March 31, 1993, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to Rickey Joey Newby at IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.5 May 1993

Physical Description: 3 copies8 pages; goldenrod paper

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Great Los Angeles, Bay Area, San Diego, Los Angeles Central, and Desert Empire chapters. Contains information on the first meeting of the Central Sierra Chapter of GSGRA; reports from Los Angeles Rodeo '93 and educational seminars; information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '93, and San Diego Rodeo '93); election results; memorials and farewells to members who have passed or moved away; trivia questions; and calendars of events. Postmarked April 29, 1993, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to Rickey Joe Newby at IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.6 August 1993

Physical Description: 3 copies8 pages; goldenrod paper

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Desert Empire, San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, and Los Angeles Central chapters. Contains a note from the GSGRA treasurer explaining the lack of a financial report; information about upcoming events (including the Palm Springs Regional Rodeo '93, San Diego Rodeo '93, Los Angeles Rodeo '94, chapter meetings, and the AIDS Walk); reports from fundraising and other social events, the Christopher Street West Pride Parade, San Diego Pride, and Colorado Rodeo '93 [Rocky Mountain Regional Rodeo]; calls for volunteers and Rodeo Queens; and calendars of events. Features a full-page volunteer sign-up form for San Diego Rodeo '93 and a complete list of GSGRA chapters and their logos on the back page. Postmarked July 26, 1993, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to Rickey Joe Newby at IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.7 October 1993

Physical Description: 1 copy12 pages; goldenrod paper

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, Bay Area, Desert Empire, and Los Angeles Central chapters. Contains reports from the International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Annual Convention held in Billings, Montana, in August 1993 (including rodeo rules and by-laws updates); a treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and the income/expense report from the month of August 1993; information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, Palm Springs Regional Rodeo '93, a country western dance competition, and fundraising events); reports from Seattle Rodeo '93 [Greater Northwest International Rodeo], the 1993 International Gay Country Dance Championships (pictured), and fundraising events; memorials to members who have passed; community news; a job posting for the IGRA administrative assistant position; and calendars of events. Features a full-page volunteer sign-up form for Palm Springs Regional Rodeo '93. Postmarked October 4, 1993, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to Rickey Joe Newby at IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.8 November 1993

Physical Description: 4 copies10 pages; goldenrod and white paper

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Desert Empire, San Diego, Central Sierra, Bay Area, Greater Los Angeles, and Los Angeles Central chapters. Contains reports from San Diego Rodeo '93 and fundraising events; information about upcoming events (including Palm Springs Regional Rodeo '93, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '94, Multi-Chapter Buckout '93, San Diego Rodeo '94, chapter meetings, fundraising events, and educational seminars); memorials to members who have passed; and calendars of events. Features a full-page volunteer sign-up form for Palm Springs Regional Rodeo '93. Postmarked October 23, 1993, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to Rickey Joe Newby at IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.9 December 1993

Physical Description: 1 copy12 pages; goldenrod paper

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Los Angeles Central, Bay Area, Central Sierra, Greater San Diego, and Greater Los Angeles chapters. Contains calls for chapter flag designs and participants in the GSGRA Royalty pageants; a treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and the income/expense report from the month of October 1993; reports from the Palm Springs Regional Rodeo '93; information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, social gatherings, fundraisers for AIDS service organizations, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '94, and Multi-Chapter Buckout '93); creative writing about the experience of Rodeo Finals; a drag queen gossip column; and calendars of events. Includes a letter from the International Gay Rodeo Association to all member associations regarding training and seminar requirements for all rodeo officials. Features a reprinted comic panel from "Family Circus" about cowboys. A yellow flyer with information about Multi-Chapter Buckout '93 is stapled to the front page. Postmarked November 26, 1993, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to Rickey Joe Newby at IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.10 January 1994

Physical Description: 1 copy8 pages; goldenrod paper

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Bay Area, Los Angeles Central, Central Sierra, and Greater San Diego chapters. Contains a treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and the income/expense report from the month of November 1993; information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, a Gymkhana educational workshop, and buckouts); reports from fundraising events for chapters and AIDS service organizations; information about horses available for adoption; calls for poster designs and volunteers; and calendars of events, including California Gay Pride parades. Features a full-page advertisement from Friends of Rodeo, who aimed to protect rodeo from animal rights activist "extremists." Postmarked December 30, 1993, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to Rickey Joe Newby at IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.11 February 1994

Physical Description: 1 copy10 pages; goldenrod paper; Stamped, "First Class," in red ink

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, Los Angeles Central, Bay Area, and Desert Empire chapters. Contains updates and responses to the 1994 Northridge earthquake; calls for volunteers, rodeo sponsors, and nominations for GSGRA board offices; a treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and the income/expense report from the month of December 1993; information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, the GSGRA annual convention, San Diego Rodeo '94, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '94, social gatherings); reports from the Palm Springs Rodeo '93 and fundraising events; a gossip column; a memorial to members who have passed; and calendars of events, including California Gay Pride parades. Postmarked January 26, 1994, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.12 March 1994

Physical Description: 1 copy10 pages; goldenrod paper

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Los Angeles Central, Greater San Diego, Bay Area, Central Sierra, Greater Los Angeles, and Desert Empire chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, the GSGRA annual convention, a Gymkhana and other educational workshops, rodeo playdays, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '94, and Los Angeles Rodeo '94); announcements of election results; calls for volunteers and royalty pageant participants; reports from fundraising events; a gossip column; and calendars of events. Features a full-page volunteer form for Los Angeles Rodeo '94. Postmarked three times on February 28, 1994, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.13 April 1994

Physical Description: 1 copy10 pages; goldenrod paper; Stamped, "Received," on March 31, 1994; Back page torn on left edge

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles, Bay Area, Los Angeles Central, Greater San Diego, and Central Sierra chapters. Contains a treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and the income/expense report from the month of February 1994; information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, the GSGRA annual convention, the 1994 GSGRA Country Western Dance Championships, Los Angeles Rodeo '94, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '94, San Diego Rodeo '94, fundraising events, and educational workshops); reports from Chicago Rodeo '94 [Windy City Rodeo] and fundraising events; announcements of election results; calls for volunteers; gossip columns; a memorial for members who have passed; and calendars of events. Features a full-page volunteer form for Los Angeles Rodeo '94 and cover is a full-page copy of the poster for Los Angeles Rodeo '94. Postmarked March 28, 1994, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.14 May 1994

Physical Description: 1 copy10 pages; white paper; Stamped, "Received," on May 4, 1994

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Bay Area, Los Angeles Central, Desert Empire, Greater Los Angeles, Central Sierra, and Greater San Diego chapters. Contains reports from Los Angeles Rodeo '94 and Tucson Rodeo '94; a treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and the income/expense report from the month of March 1994; information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, the GSGRA annual convention, Miss Moo Queen '94 pageant, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '94, San Diego Rodeo '94, Gymkhana and other educational workshops, and fundraising events); announcements of election results and community news; memorials to members who have passed; calls for volunteers and poster designs; a brief feature on the San Francisco Lesbian/Gay Freedom Band; a column, "Top 10 ways you can tell rodeo is over"; gossip columns; and calendars of events. Postmarked April 29, 1994, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.15 June 1994

Physical Description: 1 copy10 pages; white paper; Stamped, "Received," on June 3, 1994

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, Los Angeles Central, Desert Empire, and Central Sierra chapters. Contains reports from the GSGRA annual convention; a treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and the income/expense report from the month of April 1994; information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, Palm Springs Regional Rodeo '94, social gatherings, playdays, Gymkhanas, pride parades, pageants, and fundraisers); calls for volunteers and poster designs; gossip columns; and calendars of events. Features a full-page advertisement for a Santa Monica, California, photography exhibit -- officially named "Cowboys of the Rodeo," but headlined as "Cowboy Butts Drive Me Nuts" -- and fundraiser benefiting AIDS service organizations. Postmarked May 31, 1994, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.16 August 1994

Physical Description: 1 copy12 pages; white paper; Stamped, "Received," on August 1, 1994; Fourth piece of paper has pieces cut out

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Desert Empire, Central Sierra, Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, Bay Area, and Los Angeles Central chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, social gatherings, the San Diego Chapter Buckout, San Diego Rodeo '94, Palm Springs Regional Rodeo '94, Multi-Chapter Gymkhana and other educational workshops, dance competitions, and fundraising events); reports from earlier events; a registration form for the Fifth Annual Gay Country Western Dance Workshop for Dancers & Teachers, sponsored by the New West Institute; calls for volunteers and pageant contestants; and calendars of events. Postmarked July 27, 1994, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.17 November 1994

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Pale yellow cover; Stamped, "Received," on November 2, 1994; Uses a postage stamp depicting Red Cloud; Pages are crinkled on the bottom

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Los Angeles Central, Bay Area, Greater Los Angeles, Greater San Diego, and Central Sierra chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, fundraisers, social gatherings, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '95, Los Angeles Rodeo '95, and Road Runner Regional Rodeo '95); reports from Palm Springs Regional Rodeo '94, San Diego Rodeo '94, and the GSGRA and International Gay Rodeo Association annual conventions; information about managing ankle injuries at rodeos; community news; calls for chapter flag designs; a gossip column; and calendars of events. Features full-page advertisement for an art exhibition and fundraiser benefiting the NAMES Project in Long Beach, California. Postmarked October 29, 1994, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.18 December 1994

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Green cover; Stamped, "Received," on November 30, 1994

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Bay Area, Central Sierra, Greater Los Angeles, and Los Angeles Central chapters. Contains reports from the International Gay Rodeo Association Finals Rodeo '94 and Palm Springs Regional Rodeo '94; information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, the GSGRA State Board meeting, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '95, Los Angeles Rodeo '95, and fundraisers for AIDS service organizations); information about managing bleeding at rodeos; a treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and the income/expense report from the month of October 1994; gossip columns; calls for volunteers and poster designs; and calendars of events. Postmarked November 28, 1994, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.19 February 1995

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Pink cover; Stamped, "Received," on February 1, 1995

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles, Los Angeles Central, Desert Empire, and Greater San Diego chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Los Angeles Rodeo '95, Multi-Chapter Buckout, and educational workshops); reports from Road Runner Regional Rodeo '95 and fundraising events; updates on financial problems related to taxes and debt; calls for volunteers and poster designs; volunteer registration form for Los Angeles Rodeo '95; memorials to members who have passed; information about the GSGRA member census; a column on managing muscle injury at rodeos; and calendars of events. Postmarked January 23, 1995, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to CGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.20 March 1995

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Green cover; Stamped, "Received," on March 1, 1995

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Central Sierra, Greater Los Angeles, Greater San Diego, Bay Area, and Desert Empire chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including the GSGRA Country Western Dance Competition, the GSGRA annual convention, Los Angeles Rodeo '95, San Diego Rodeo '95, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '95, Palm Springs Regional Rodeo '95, the 4th Annual "Kick Up Your Heels" dance contest, the 1995 Bay Area Regional Royalty Contest, chapter meetings and elections, Multi-Chapter Buckout, and fundraisers for AIDS service organizations); calls for volunteers and poster designs; a column on workouts to prevent injury at rodeos; and calendars of events. Features a promotion for the 2nd Annual Lesbo-Expo, sponsored by Southern California Women for Understanding. Postmarked February 27, 1995, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.21 April 1995

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Light blue cover; Cover has ink scribbled on it, and two sections have been removed (one chapter logo and the bottom-right corner)

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Central Sierra, Desert Empire, Greater Los Angeles, Bay Area, and Greater San Diego chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, the 1995 GSGRA annual convention, Los Angeles Rodeo '95, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '95, various country western dance contests, fundraising events, and Gymkhana and other educational workshops); reports from fundraising events; announcements of election and contest results; a column on workouts to prevent injury at rodeos; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Postmarked 1995 in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.22 May 1995

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Goldenrod cover; Front cover's Greater San Diego Chapter logo has been removed. Stamped, "Received," on May 3, 1995

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Bay Area, Greater San Diego, Desert Empire, Central Sierra, and Greater Los Angeles chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '95, San Diego Rodeo '95, royalty pageants and country western dance contests, and a Multi-Chapter Buckout); reports from educational workshops, fundraising events, Tucson Rodeo '95 [Saguaro Regional Rodeo], and Los Angeles Rodeo '95; announcements of election results; community news, including the expulsion of rodeo members from a bar and memorials for members who have passed; calls for volunteers and poster designs; and calendars of events. Features a short story about quitting smoking on the back of the front cover. Postmarked May 1, 1995, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.23 June 1995

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Pink cover; Stamped, "Received," on May 30, 1995;

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Desert Empire, Greater San Diego, Bay Area, Greater Los Angeles, and Central Sierra chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, San Diego Rodeo '95, Fresno Rodeo '96, Greater Northwest International Rodeo '95, royalty pageants, buckouts, and pride parades); reports from Los Angeles Rodeo '95, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '95, and San Diego chapter buckout; a treasurer's report on GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of April 1995; announcements of election results and staffing changes; column on muscle injuries at rodeo; column about writer's experience volunteering; calls for volunteers and rodeo announcers; community news, including a birth announcement; and calendars of events. Announces the dissolution of the Los Angeles Central chapter. Postmarked May 25, 1995 in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.24 August 1995

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Goldenrod cover; Cover's Greater San Diego Chapter logo has been removed

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Desert Empire, Greater Los Angeles, Greater San Diego, Bay Area, and Central Sierra chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, Palm Springs Regional Rodeo '95, San Diego Rodeo '95, "Coronation 1995" of the Imperial Court of Los Angeles, social gatherings, and fundraisers for AIDS service organizations); reports from various royalty pageants, San Diego Pride, and Bay Area Regional Rodeo '95; announcement of new website and postponement of Fresno Rodeo '96; community news about AIDS service organizations; column about preventing back injuries at rodeos; and calendars of events. Features two full-page registration forms for volunteers at San Diego Rodeo '95 and for the Sixth Annual Gay Country and Western Dance Workshop for Dancers & Teachers, sponsored by the New West Institute. Postmarked July 24, 1995, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.25 September 1995

Physical Description: 1 copy24 pages; Light green cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Bay Area, Central Sierra, Greater San Diego, Desert Empire, and Greater Los Angeles chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, San Diego Rodeo '95, Palm Springs Regional Rodeo '95, "Coronation 1995" of the Imperial Court of Los Angeles, playdays, educational workshops, and fundraisers for AIDS service organizations); reports from the International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Country Western Dance Championships and the IGRA annual convention, including changes to animal policy; announcements of election results, new email addresses, and new logo for Central Sierra; humorous column about a member's fear of flying to the IGRA convention; column about film projects on gay rodeo; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Features two-page registration form for volunteers at San Diego Rodeo '95. Postmarked August 28, 1995, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.26 October 1995

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Light yellow cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Desert Empire, Greater Los Angeles, Bay Area, Greater San Diego, and Central Sierra chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter and state board meetings and elections, Palm Springs Regional Rodeo '95, International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Convention '96, social gatherings, and chapter fundraisers); reports from fundraising events benefiting AIDS service organizations, IGRA Country Western Dance Championships, and Seattle Rodeo '95 [Greater Northwest International Rodeo]; community news, including a birth announcement; calls for volunteers and gossip for the newsletters; and calendars of events. Postmarked October 12, 1995, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.27 January 1996

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Pink cover; Cover's Bay Area Chapter logo has been removed

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego and Greater Los Angeles chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, San Diego Rodeo '96, International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) annual convention '96, Multi-Chapter Buckout, educational workshops and Gymkhana, social gatherings, and fundraisers); news from rodeo royalty; and calendars of events. Features a full-page advertisement for Western Preservation License Plates at the California Department of Motor Vehicles, including image of a sample plate. Postmarked December 30, 1995, place unclear, and addressed to IGRA in Denver Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.28 March 1996

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Light green cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles (GLAC), Greater San Diego, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, GSGRA annual convention, Los Angeles Rodeo '96, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '96, GSGRA Country Western Dance Competition '96, fundraisers, educational workshops, and social gatherings); treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and the income/expense report for the month of January 1996; announcement of GLAC's relocation and San Diego's logo change; news from rodeo royalty; column about symptoms and care of the common cold and flu; column detailing the responsibilities of chute coordinators and arena directors at rodeos; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Postmarked February 26, 1996, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.29 May 1996

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Light blue cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Bay Area, Greater San Diego, and Greater Los Angeles chapters. Contains information on upcoming events (including chapter meetings, GSGRA annual convention, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '96, GSGRA and IGRA Country Western Dance Competitions '96, San Diego Rodeo '96, Nevada Gay Rodeo Association Bighorn Rodeo '96, educational workshops and Gymkhana, Pride parades, and fundraisers for AIDS service organizations); announcements of election results; reports from Los Angeles Rodeo '96; memorial for a member who has passed; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Postmarked April 29, 1996, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.30 July 1996

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Light yellow cover; Cover torn on right edge

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles, Greater San Diego, and Central Sierra chapters. Contains information on upcoming events (including chapter meetings, Los Angeles Rodeo '97, GSGRA Royalty Competition, IGRA Country Western Dance Competition '96, Pride parades, social gatherings, and fundraisers); information about publishing and advertising in The Chute; reports from GSGRA Convention '96 and GSGRA Country Western Dance Competition '96; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of May 1996; news from rodeo royalty; announcement of GSGRA's new website; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Announces formation of the Capitol Crossroads Chapter of GSGRA. Features a full-page advertisement for the October 1996 AIDS Memorial Quilt display in Washington, D.C. Postmarked June 29, 1996, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.31 September 1996

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Dark green cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, Bay Area, and Central Sierra chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, GSGRA Royalty Competition, San Diego Rodeo '96, Los Angeles Rodeo '97, 10th Annual International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Finals Rodeo, educational workshops, social gatherings, and fundraisers); reports from IGRA Country Western Dance Competition '96 and various pride parades; announcements of election results; memorial for a member who has passed; humorous column listing school absence notes from parents; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Postmarked August 27, 1996, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.32 January 1997

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Blue cover; Front cover lightly scuffed in bottom-left corner

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, Los Angeles Rodeo '97, Road Runner Regional Rodeo '97, GSGRA board meeting, Pride parades, social gatherings, and fundraisers); reports from fundraising events; treasurer's report on GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of November 1996; news from rodeo royalty; political humor and reprinted jokes; and calendars of events. Features GSGRA membership application and two-page order form for name badges and pendants. Postmarked December 27, 1996, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.33 March 1997

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; White cover; Back page torn along binding

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Bay Area, Greater Los Angeles, and Capital Crossroads chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Los Angeles Rodeo '97, GSGRA annual convention and Country Western Dance Competition, social gatherings, and rodeo playdays); reports from earlier events; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of January 1997; announcements of bylaw changes and buddy pass program; column about riding gear's impact on fashion history; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Features a print of Los Angeles Rodeo '97 poster. Postmarked February 25, 1997, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.34 May 1997

Physical Description: 1 copy24 pages; Goldenrod cover; Back page torn on left edge

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, Bay Area, Capital Crossroads, and Desert Empire chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, San Diego Rodeo '97, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '97, GSGRA Country Western Dance Competition, Gymkhana and other educational workshops, Pride parades, social gatherings, and fundraisers for LGBTQ+ service organizations); reports from Los Angeles Rodeo '97 and GSGRA annual convention; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of February 1997; news from rodeo royalty; gossip column; and calendars of events. Features new Capital Crossroads logo, GSGRA membership application, photocopy of handwritten letter from attendee of Los Angeles Rodeo '97 praising the event. Postmarked May 1, 1997, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.35 June 1997

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Light green cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Capital Crossroads, Bay Area, and Greater Los Angeles chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, San Diego Rodeo '97, GSGRA Country Western Dance Competition, Gymkhanas and educational workshops, Pride parades, and social gatherings); reports from fundraising events and GSGRA annual convention, including reprint of new rodeo rules regarding horses; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of March 1997; announcements of election results; community news; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Features full-page advertisement for member's new horse training and education business. Postmarked May 29, 1997, in Long Beach, California, using a Bugs Bunny stamp, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.36 July 1997

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Light pink cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles, Greater San Diego, Capital Crossroads, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Pride parades, social gatherings, and fundraisers); reports from Bay Area Regional Rodeo '97; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of April 1997; "Cowboy Quote For the Month" column; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Features two-page volunteer form for San Diego Rodeo '97 and GSGRA pin order form. Postmarked July 1, 1997, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.37 August 1997

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Blue cover; Front cover lightly scuffed in bottom-left corner

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles, Bay Area, Capital Crossroads, and Greater San Diego chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, San Diego Rodeo '97, New West Institute's Seventh Annual Gay Country and Western Dance Workshop for Dancers & Teachers, Gymkhana and other educational workshops, and social gatherings); reports from earlier events, including GSGRA board meeting; announcements of election results; merchandise order form; news from rodeo royalty; "Cowboy Quote For the Month" column; and calendars of events. Features memorial for member's Jeep, pictured with rodeo royalty. Postmarked July 26, 1997, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.38 September 1997

Physical Description: 1 copy32 pages; Light green cover; "Angie" and phone number written in ink on front cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Central Sierra, Bay Area, Greater Los Angeles, and Capital Crossroads chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, San Diego Rodeo '97, Country Western dance competitions, GSGRA Royalty Contest '98, rodeo playday, social gatherings, and fundraisers); reports from earlier events, including Bay Area Regional Rodeo '97 and International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Convention '97; calls for volunteers; merchandise order form; column about the importance of influenza vaccines; gossip column; reprinted political humor about Rush Limbaugh, "Frank and Ernest" comic strip, other jokes; and calendars of events. Features copy of Houston Rodeo '97 poster, GSGRA membership application, new Greater Los Angeles chapter logo, and photos of IGRA Country Western Dance Competition winners. Postmarked August 28, 1997, in Long Beach, California, using a Lunch Wagon 1790s postage stamp, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.39 October 1997

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Orange cover; Back cover torn on bottom edge

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, Capital Crossroads, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Los Angeles Rodeo '98, GSGRA Royalty Contest '98, Gymkhana, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from San Diego Rodeo '97 and fundraising events; community news; merchandise order form; and calendars of events. Features photograph of Mr. GSGRA '97. Postmarked October 2, 1997, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.40 November 1997

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Light blue cover; Back cover torn on bottom edge

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles and Greater San Diego chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, GSGRA board meeting and Royalty Contest '98, Los Angeles Rodeo '98, Country Western Dance Championship '98, and social gatherings); report from San Diego Rodeo '97; community news; GSGRA membership application; merchandise order form; reprinted joke about Michael Jackson; and calendars of events. Features copy of Houston Rodeo '97 poster. Postmarked October 28, 1997, in Marina Del Rey, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.41 December 1997

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Red cover; Front cover missing chunk on right-side edge

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles, Bay Area, Capital Crossroads, and Greater San Diego chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, social gatherings, and fundraisers); reports from earlier events, including GSGRA Royalty Contest '98 and chapter elections; memorial to member who passed; calls for volunteers; news from rodeo royalty, pictured; gossip column; merchandise order form; and calendars of events. Features lyrics to a "P.C. version of 12 Days of Christmas," spoof of "Winter Wonderland" about Internet addiction, and reprinted column containing a "scientific inquiry into Santa Claus." Postmarked November 28, 1997, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado. .

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.42 January 1998

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Light yellow cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles, Capital Crossroads, Greater San Diego, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Road Runner Regional Rodeo '98, San Diego Rodeo '98, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '98, July 4 at the Hollywood Bowl, rodeo playday, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from earlier social events and fundraisers; community news celebrating anniversaries; GSGRA membership application; news from rodeo royalty; merchandise order form; calls for volunteers and entertainers; reprinted tragicomic story from the Internet; and calendars of events. Postmarked December 26, 1997, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to X IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.43 February 1998

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Pink cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, Bay Area, and Capital Crossroads chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, GSGRA board meeting, rodeo playday, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from earlier events, including Road Runner Regional Rodeo '98; announcements of election results; reprinted letter from Nevada Gay Rodeo Association with memorials and royalty changes; news from rodeo royalty; merchandise order form; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Postmarked February 3, 1998, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to X IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.44 March 1998

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Green cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles, Bay Area, Greater San Diego, and Capital Crossroads chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, San Diego Rodeo '98, GSGRA Convention and Country Western Dance Competition '98, fundraisers for chapters and AIDS service organizations, and social gatherings); reports from earlier social events; announcements of election results and non-affiliated country events; community news about members' child with cancer; GSGRA membership application; calls for volunteers and rodeo sponsors; merchandise order form; and calendars of events. Features copy of Los Angeles Rodeo and Country Fair '98 poster. Postmarked February 27, 1998, in Marina Del Rey, California, and addressed to X IGRA in Denver, Colorado. Cover misprinted, "February 1998".

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.45 April 1998

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Yellow cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles, Greater San Diego, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Los Angeles Rodeo '98, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '98, GSGRA Country Western Dance Competition '98, July 4 at the Hollywood Bowl, screening of documentary featuring gay rodeo, fundraisers for chapters and AIDS service organizations, and social gatherings); report from fundraising events and Bighorn Rodeo '98; column about chapter finances; community news about members' child with cancer; humorous recipe for rum cake; merchandise order form; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Features copy of Los Angeles Rodeo and Country Fair '98 poster. Postmarked March 28, 1998, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.46 May 1998

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Pink cover; Cover torn on right edge

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Bay Area, Greater Los Angeles, Capital Crossroads, and Greater San Diego chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, GSGRA Convention '98, San Diego Rodeo '98, July 4 at the Hollywood Bowl, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from earlier social events; announcement of election results; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Postmarked April 30, 1998, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.47 June 1998

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Light yellow cover; Cover torn on right edge

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Bay Area, Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, and Capital Crossroads chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '98, Heartland Regional Rodeo '98, July 4 at the Hollywood Bowl, fundraisers, Pride parades, and social gatherings); reports from GSGRA board meeting; announcements of election results and rodeo rule changes; news from rodeo royalty; column about improving posture to prevent pain; GSGRA membership application; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Features column, "A Cowboy's Guide to Life," on inside cover. Postmarked May 29, 1998, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.48 July 1998

Physical Description: 2 copies24 pages; Red cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, Bay Area, and Capital Crossroads chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, San Diego Rodeo '98, Missouri Gay Rodeo Association Rodeo '98 [Show-Me State Rodeo], GSGRA board meeting, and social gatherings); reports from GSGRA Country Western Dance Competition '98 (pictured), Bay Area Regional Rodeo '98, and Pride events; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of May 1998; news from rodeo royalty, including a visit to a summer camp for children with AIDS; GSGRA membership application; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Postmarked July 1, 1998, in Marina Del Rey, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado. Includes yellow insert promoting American Cowboy, a documentary featuring Texas Gay Rodeo Association members and footage from IGRA Finals Rodeo '96 in Phoenix, Arizona.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.49 August 1998

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Yellow cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Bay Area, Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, and Capital Crossroads chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, GSGRA board meeting, San Diego Rodeo '98, Los Angeles Rodeo '99, fundraisers for AIDS service organizations, and social gatherings); reports from Bay Area Regional Rodeo '98 and LA Pride; merchandise order form; and calendars of events. Features GSGRA membership application. Postmarked July 28, 1998, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado. Cover misprinted, "July 1998.".

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.50 September 1998

Physical Description: 1 copy24 pages; Yellow-green cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles, Greater San Diego, Bay Area and Capital Crossroads chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, San Diego Rodeo '98, Capital Crossroads Sierra Stampede '99, fundraisers for AIDS service organizations, and social gatherings); reports from International Gay Rodeo Association Convention '98, Country Western Dance Competition '98, and San Diego Pride; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of July 1998; announcement of the end of the Miller Lite sponsorship; column on avoiding animal bites; news from rodeo royalty; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Postmarked August 31, 1998, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.51 October 1998

Physical Description: 1 copy24 pages; Blue cover; Cover torn on front-right and back-bottom edges

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles, Capital Crossroads, Greater San Diego, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, GSGRA board meeting and royalty contest '98, Capital Crossroads Sierra Stampede '99, San Diego Rodeo '98, fundraisers, Pride parades, and social gatherings); reports from International Gay Rodeo Association Country Western Dance Finals (pictured) and other events; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of August 1998; column on performing self-exams for testicular cancer; news from rodeo royalty; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Features a copy of International Gay Rodeo Association Finals Rodeo '98 poster. Postmarked September 28, 1998, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.52 November 1998

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Purple cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Bay Area, Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, and Capital Crossroads chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, GSGRA board meeting, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from San Diego Rodeo '98 and Atlantic Stampede '98; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of September 1998; calls for volunteers; reprint of online column, "In Case You Were Wondering, You know you're gay when:" and short story; and calendars of events. Fifth page features photograph of members in drag. Back page depicts a cartoon of Pilgrims and Native Americans at Thanksgiving. Postmarked October 28, 1998, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.53 December 1998

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Red cover; Back page missing bottom-left corner

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, fundraisers for chapters and AIDS service organizations, GSGRA Country Western Dance Competition '99, and social gatherings); treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of October 1998; announcements of election results, awards, and sponsorship changes; reports from earlier events, including GSGRA board meeting, GSGRA royalty contest '98, and International Gay Rodeo Association Finals Rodeo '98; news from rodeo royalty; calls for volunteers; memorial to a member who passed; and calendars of events. Features reprint of "A Chaplain's Reflection" on the death of Matthew Shepard. Postmarked November 30, 1998, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.54 January 1999

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Yellow cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Bay Area, Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, and Capital Crossroads chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and social gatherings); reports from earlier social events; news from rodeo royalty, including participation in fundraisers for AIDS service organizations; information about becoming a certified rodeo official; announcements of Bud Light sponsorship, informal affiliation with San Diego Leather Leadership Coalition, and new GSGRA website; column on self-education about medications; gossip column; GSGRA membership application; and calendars of events. Features column, "A Cowboy's Christmas Prayer." Postmarked December 28, 1998, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.55 February 1999

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Pink cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Capital Crossroads, Bay Area, Greater Los Angeles, and Greater San Diego chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Capital Crossroads Sierra Stampede '99, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '99, San Diego Rodeo '99, GSGRA Country Western Dance Competition '99, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from Road Runner Regional Rodeo '99; memorials for members who passed; column about the health benefits of fruit; GSGRA membership application; calls for volunteers and entertainers; and calendars of events. Postmarked February 1, 1999, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.56 March 1999

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Green cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Bay Area, Greater Los Angeles, and Capital Crossroads chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Los Angeles Rodeo '99, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from earlier social and fundraising events; memorial for a member who passed and other community news; announcement of GSGRA's approval of Capital Crossroads Sierra Stampede '99; news from rodeo royalty; column about how jockstraps can prevent rodeo injuries; column about "Meet the Press" on NBC and gay allyship; calls for volunteers; and vendors and calendars of events. Postmarked March 3, 1999, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.57 April 1999

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Yellow cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, Capital Crossroads, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Los Angeles Rodeo '99, Capital Crossroads Sierra Stampede '99, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '99, Long Beach Pride, fundraisers, and social gatherings); information about publishing and advertising in The Chute; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of February 1999; reports from Bighorn Rodeo '99; report of monthly membership totals from each GSGRA chapter; humor columns; calls for volunteers and vendors; and calendars of events. Postmarked March 31, 1999, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.58 May 1999

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Yellow-green cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Capital Crossroads, Greater San Diego, Bay Area, and Greater Los Angeles chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '99, GSGRA Convention '99, Pride events, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from Bighorn Rodeo '99 and Los Angeles Rodeo '99; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of March 1999; announcements of election results; news from rodeo royalty; memorial to member who passed; humor column about taxes; GSGRA membership application; calls for volunteers and entertainers; and calendars of events. Features copy of Bay Area Regional Rodeo '99 poster. Postmarked April 27, 1999, in Long Beach, California, using Daffy Duck stamp, and addressed to Roger Bergmann in Pomona, California.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.59 June 1999

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Blue cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, Capital Crossroads, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, San Diego Rodeo '99, Capital Crossroads Sierra Stampede '99, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '99, International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Convention '99, Pride events, educational workshops, fundraisers for chapters and AIDS service organizations, and social gatherings); reports from Los Angeles Rodeo '99 and GSGRA Convention '99; report of monthly membership totals from each GSGRA chapter; news from rodeo royalty; column about gay rodeo representation in mainstream press; gossip column; GSGRA membership application; merchandise order form; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Features copies of Bay Area Regional Rodeo '99 and Rocky Mountain Regional Rodeo '99 posters. Postmarked June 5, 1999, in Marina Del Rey, California, and addressed to MIGRA in Dearborn, Michigan.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.60 July 1999

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Goldenrod cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Bay Area, Capital Crossroads, Greater Los Angeles, and Greater San Diego chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Capital Crossroads Sierra Stampede '99, San Diego Rodeo '99, International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Convention '99, educational workshops, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from Bay Area Regional Rodeo '99 (including reprinted photograph collage) and Pride events; announcement of election results; news from rodeo royalty; report of monthly membership totals for each GSGRA chapter; gossip column; humor column about why Jerry Falwell believes specific cartoon characters are gay; GSGRA membership application; merchandise order form; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Postmarked June 30, 1999, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.61 August 1999

Physical Description: 2 copies20 pages; Orange cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Bay Area, Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, and Capital Crossroads chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Capital Crossroads Sierra Stampede '99, rodeo playday, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from Bay Area Regional Rodeo '99 and San Diego Pride; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of June 1999; announcements of new memorial award and election results; report of monthly membership totals in each GSGRA chapter; GSGRA membership application; merchandise order form; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Red, white, and blue flyer promoting "Ron Appel's Splash Dance '99," sponsored by GSGRA San Diego, taped to middle page; depicts person diving into a red riding boot, creating a splash. Postmarked August 9, 1998, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.62 September 1999

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Light blue cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Capital Crossroads, Bay Area, Greater San Diego, and Greater Los Angeles chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, San Diego Rodeo '99, GSGRA Royalty Contest '00, rodeo playday, Pride events, educational workshops, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from International Gay Rodeo Association Convention '99; announcements of election results and new memorial award; news from rodeo royalty; GSGRA membership application; report of monthly membership totals in each GSGRA chapter; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Postmarked September 1999 in Marina Del Rey, California and addressed to MIGRA in Dearborn, Michigan.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.63 October 1999

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Orange cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles, Greater San Diego, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, GSGRA Royalty Contest '00, rodeo playday, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from San Diego Rodeo '99 and Capital Crossroads Sierra Stampede '99; GSGRA membership application; letters to the editor; calls for volunteers; humor column about "the homosexual agenda"; and calendars of events. Addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.64 November 1999

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Purple cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles, Capital Crossroads, Greater San Diego, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Los Angeles Rodeo '00, GSGRA Royalty Contest '00, International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Convention '00, and social gatherings); reports from Capital Crossroads Sierra Stampede '99 (including reprinted photograph of two members dressed as cows taking direction from a rodeo official) and Pride event; information about scholarship for participants in IGRA Finals rodeos; memorial to member who was killed at Atlantic Stampede '99; GSGRA membership application; merchandise order form; humor columns; and calendars of events. Back cover features cartoon clip art of smiling Native American and horse in matching headbands. Postmarked October 29, 1999, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to MIGRA in Dearborn, Michigan.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.65 December 1999

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Red cover; Last two pages torn on bottom edge

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '00, and social gatherings); reports from San Diego Rodeo '99 and International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Finals Rodeo and Royalty Contest '99; report of 1999 monthly membership totals in each GSGRA chapter; announcements of election results and online network for IGRA members; GSGRA membership application; merchandise order form; calls for volunteers; classifieds; column about what a dog teaches; and calendars of events. Features photograph of San Diego chapter members participating in IGRA Finals Rodeo '99; copy of IGRA "Bud Light Rodeo Series" poster depicting a cowboy on bucking steer, IGRA logo, and enlarged bottle of Bud Light in the background; and humorous "eye exam" for rodeo participants. Postmarked November 30, 1999, in Long Beach, California, using a breast cancer awareness stamp, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.66 January 2000

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Yellow cover; Back page torn on left edge

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Bay Area, Greater Los Angeles, and Capital Crossroads chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '00, Los Angeles Rodeo '00, multi-chapter buckout, rodeo playday, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from earlier social gatherings and fundraisers, including Court of Great Northwest Imperial Empire (CGNIE) benefit; San Diego Chapter history; news from rodeo royalty; announcements of award winners, formation of San Diego Archives Committee, and attempted re-formation of Desert Empire and Central Sierra chapters of GSGRA; information about impact of Y2K on rodeo computer systems; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.67 February 2000

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Pink cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, Capital Crossroads, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, San Diego Rodeo '00, Bighorn Rodeo '00, GSGRA Country Western Dance Competition '00, San Diego Leather Pride, multi-chapter buckout, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from Road Runner Regional Rodeo '00; San Diego Chapter history; news from rodeo royalty; introductory letter from Bay Area Chapter staff; GSGRA membership application; merchandise order form; privacy disclaimer; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Postmarked January 29, 2000, in Marina Del Rey, California, and February 1, 2000, in Denver, Colorado, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.68 March 2000

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Green cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Los Angeles Rodeo '00, GSGRA Country Western Dance Competition '00, Pride events, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from GSGRA board meeting, multi-chapter buckout, Road Runner Regional Rodeo '00, and other social gatherings; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of January 2000; reprint of column about history of gay rodeo, which first appeared in San Diego Rodeo '89 program (the chapter's first rodeo); San Diego Chapter history; merchandise order form; privacy disclaimer; calls for volunteers and sponsors; and calendars of events. Postmarked February 26, 2000, in Marina Del Rey, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.69 April 2000

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Goldenrod cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, Capital Crossroads, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Los Angeles Rodeo '00, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '00, GSGRA Convention '00, GSGRA Country Western Dance Competition '00, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from Bighorn Rodeo '00 and other social events; news from rodeo royalty; report of membership totals from each GSGRA chapter; San Diego Chapter history; announcements of Pride essay competition and petition to form new GSGRA chapter, Greater Palm Springs; humor columns; GSGRA Convention '00 registration form; privacy disclaimer; calls for volunteers and entertainers; and calendars of events..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.70 May 2000

Physical Description: 1 copy24 pages; Purple cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Bay Area, Greater Los Angeles, and Capital Crossroads chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '00, GSGRA Convention '00, Pride events, straight rodeos, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from Los Angeles Rodeo '00, including note from injured contestants, and other social events; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of March 2000; news from rodeo royalty; news about SB-1462, a California Senate bill proposing rodeo ban; San Diego Chapter history; reprint of column about history of gay rodeo, which first appeared in San Diego Rodeo '89 program (the chapter's first rodeo); column about using jockstraps to prevent rodeo injuries; humor columns, including "The Wit and Wisdom of Will Rogers"; privacy disclaimer; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.71 June 2000

Physical Description: 1 copy24 pages; Salmon-color cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Bay Area, Greater San Diego, Greater Palm Springs, Capital Crossroads, and Greater Los Angeles chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '00, Capital Crossroads Sierra Stampede '00, Salt Lake City Rodeo '00, Heartland Regional Rodeo '00, Pride events, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from GSGRA Country Western Dance Competition '00 and GSGRA Convention '00; announcement of official formation of Greater Palm Springs Chapter of GSGRA; San Diego Chapter history and bylaws; Capital Crossroads membership survey results; GSGRA membership application, privacy disclaimer; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Postmarked May 31, 2000, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to MIGRA in Dearborn, Michigan.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.72 July 2000

Physical Description: 1 copy24 pages; Salmon-color cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles, Greater Palm Springs, Greater San Diego, Capital Crossroads, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, Canadian Rockies International Rodeo '00, Rocky Mountain Regional Rodeo '00, Southern Spurs Rodeo '00, GSGRA Royalty Contest '01, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from Pride events (pictured), Salt Lake City Rodeo '00, Oklahoma Gay Rodeo '00 [Great Plains Regional Rodeo], Bay Area Regional Rodeo '00 (pictured), and fundraisers; announcements of election results, including farewells to long-serving officers; lengthy story about injuries at rodeos and resources for protective gear; news from rodeo royalty; community news; San Diego Chapter history; GSGRA membership application; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.73 August 2000

Physical Description: 1 copy24 pages; Goldenrod cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Capital Crossroads, Bay Area, Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, and Greater Palm Springs chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, Capital Crossroads Sierra Stampede '00, GSGRA Royalty Contest '00, International Gay Rodeo Association Convention '00, Pride events, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from GSGRA board meeting and Convention '00; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of June 2000; information about publishing and advertising in The Chute; report of monthly membership totals from each GSGRA chapter; news from rodeo royalty; San Diego Chapter history; column introducing Greater Los Angeles' president (pictured); reprinted online column challenging Dr. Laura Schlessinger's Bible-based homophobia; GSGRA membership application; privacy disclaimer; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Postmarked July 31, 2000, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.74 September 2000

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Yellow-green cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Palm Springs, Greater Los Angeles, Greater San Diego, Bay Area, and Capital Crossroads chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, San Diego Rodeo '00, Los Angeles Rodeo '01, Pride events, fundraisers for chapters and AIDS service organizations, and social gatherings); reports from International Gay Rodeo Association Convention '00, Capital Crossroads Sierra Stampede '00, and Southern Spurs Rodeo '00; announcements of election results and Los Angeles Rodeo '00 television feature; report of monthly membership totals from each GSGRA chapter; columns introducing Greater Los Angeles' administrative vice president (pictured) and Bay Area Chapter's president, vice presidents, and outgoing vice president; memorial for member who passed; San Diego Chapter history; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Postmarked August 28, 2000, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.75 October 2000

Physical Description: 1 copy24 pages; Purple cover; Back cover torn on bottom edge

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Bay Area, Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, Greater Palm Springs, and Capital Crossroads chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Finals Rodeo '00, GSGRA Royalty Contest '01, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '01, Los Angeles Rodeo '01 Texas Gay Rodeo Association Rodeo '00, Pride events, fundraisers for chapters and AIDS service organizations, and social gatherings); reports from Capital Crossroads Sierra Stampede '00, San Diego Rodeo '00, and other events; transparency report of use of GSGRA's finances and treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of August 2000; report of membership totals from each GSGRA chapter; news from rodeo royalty; columns introducing chapter board members; note from member with cancer; calls for volunteers; San Diego Chapter history; and calendars of events. Postmarked September 30, 2000, in Marina Del Rey, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.76 November 2000

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Dark purple cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Bay Area, Greater Los Angeles, Greater San Diego, Greater Palm Springs, and Capital Crossroads chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, GSGRA Royalty Contest '01, Texas Gay Rodeo Association Rodeo '00, Pride events, educational workshops, fundraisers for chapters and AIDS service organizations, and social gatherings); reports from International Gay Rodeo Association Finals Rodeo '00, San Diego Rodeo '00, and Los Angeles/Valley Pride (pictured); report of number of members by years of continuous membership; columns introducing chapter board members (pictured); humor column; GSGRA membership application; San Diego Chapter history; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Features near-full-page photograph from San Diego Rodeo '00. Postmarked October 30, 2000, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.77 December 2000

Physical Description: 1 copy24 pages; Light green cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, Bay Area, Greater Palm Springs, and Capital Crossroads chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '01, educational workshops, fundraisers for chapters and LGBTQ+ service organizations, and social gatherings); reports from GSGRA Royalty Contest '01, International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Finals Rodeo '00, Pride events, and IGRA Convention '00, including detailed discussion of Coors sponsorship amid LGBTQ+ community boycott; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of October 2000; announcements of election results and notes form outgoing officials; news from rodeo royalty; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Features comprehensive list of winners at IGRA Finals Rodeo '00 and photographs from Grand National Rodeo, held November 2000 in Daly City, California. Postmarked November 28, 2000, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.78 January 2001

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Light pink cover; Front and back pages torn along bottom edge

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Capital Crossroads, Greater Los Angeles, Bay Area, and Greater Palm Springs chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, Road Runner Regional Rodeo '01, International Gay Rodeo Association University '01 and other educational workshops, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from earlier events; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of November 2000; announcements of election results, changes to by-laws, new sponsorships, and collaboration between IGRA Finals Rodeo '01 and Palm Springs Pride; news from rodeo royalty; memorial to a member who passed; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Features photographs of Bay Area Chapter members, political humor column, and news about Donald Duck defeating Al Gore and George W. Bush in an election to the Marion Soil and Water Conservation District Board. Postmarked December 2000, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.79 February 2001

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Pink cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, Bay Area, Greater Palm Springs, and Capital Crossroads chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, GSGRA board meeting, Los Angeles Rodeo '01, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '01, IGRA University '01 and other educational workshops, fundraisers for chapters and Imperial Court System, and social gatherings); reports from Road Runner Regional Rodeo '01 and Worlds IX Country Western Dance Competition; announcements of election results, changes to by-laws, office closures, new sponsorships, rodeo scholarships, and donations to AIDS research; political humor; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Postmarked January 27, 2001, in Marina Del Rey, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.80 March 2001

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Dark green cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles, Bay Area, Greater San Diego, and Greater Palm Springs chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, GSGRA board meeting, Bay Area Regional Rodeo and Royalty Competition '01, educational workshops, fundraisers for chapters and AIDS service organizations, and social gatherings); reports from IGRA University '01 and earlier fundraisers for chapters and Long Beach Imperial Court; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of January 2001; calls for volunteers and sponsors; and calendars of events. Features full-page copy of Los Angeles Rodeo '01 poster and description of rodeo royalty pageant categories and judging criteria. Postmarked March 1, 2001, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.81 April 2001

Physical Description: 1 copy24 pages; Light yellow cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Bay Area, Greater Palm Springs, Greater San Diego, and Greater Los Angeles chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, GSGRA Convention and Country Western Dance Competition '01, Los Angeles Rodeo '01, Bay Area Regional Rodeo and Royalty Competition '01, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from GSGRA board meeting, fundraisers, and the Imperial Court of San Francisco coronation; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of February 2001; announcement of new rodeo award; news from rodeo royalty; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Announces the suspension of the Capital Crossroads chapter from GSGRA. Features copy of Los Angeles Rodeo '01 poster, photographs of Bay Area Chapter members at a fundraiser, and complete GSGRA by-laws on the election of delegates to the International Gay Rodeo Association. Postmarked March 27, 2001, in Marina Del Rey, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.82 May 2001

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Light yellow cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, Bay Area, and Greater Palm Springs chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, GSGRA Convention and Country Western Dance Competition '01, Bay Area Regional Rodeo and Royalty Contest '01, Pride events, social gatherings, and fundraisers for chapters, AIDS service organizations, and Imperial Court of San Diego); reports from Los Angeles Rodeo '01; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of March 2001; announcements of election results; news from rodeo royalty; memorial to member who passed; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Last page features list of nominees for GSGRA board positions; one name for each position has been circled in ink. Postmarked April 26, 2001, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.83 June 2001

Physical Description: 1 copy24 pages; Yellow-green cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Bay Area, Greater Palm Springs, Greater San Diego, and Greater Los Angeles chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '01, Pride and leather events, fundraisers for chapters and LGBTQ service organizations, and social gatherings); reports from Los Angeles Rodeo '01, GSGRA Convention '01, GSGRA Country Western Dance Competition '01, the first GSGRA Line Dance Competition, and Long Beach Pride (pictured); International Gay Rodeo Association Convention '01 registration form; memorial for member who passed; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Feature's full-page copy of Bay Area Regional Rodeo '01 poster. Postmarked May 31, 2001, in Inglewood, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.84 July 2001

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Pink cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Bay Area, Greater Los Angeles, Greater Palm Springs, and Greater San Diego chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Rocky Mountain Regional Rodeo '01, San Diego Rodeo '01, International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Country Western Dance Finals '01, IGRA Finals Rodeo '01, Pride events, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from Bay Area Regional Rodeo '01, Oklahoma City Rodeo '01 [Great Plains Regional Rodeo], and fundraising event with bear and leather organizations; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of May 2001; column about proper horse handling, feeding, and saddling; news from rodeo royalty; IGRA Convention '01 registration form; short humor pieces; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Features trial report regarding the December 1999 murder of an IGRA member in Kingfisher, Oklahoma; a column explaining membership changes resulting from Capital Crossroads Chapter's suspension from GSGRA; and reprinted photographs of Bay Area Chapter and Greater Los Angeles Chapter members. Postmarked June 28, 2001, in Marina Del Rey, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.85 August 2001

Physical Description: 1 copy24 pages; Light yellow cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Palm Springs, Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, San Diego Rodeo '01, Windy City Rodeo '01, Zia Regional Rodeo '01, International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Finals Rodeo '01, Gay Games Sydney, Pride events, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from Rocky Mountain Regional Rodeo '01, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '01, Heartland Rodeo '01, and fundraisers; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of June 2001; news from rodeo royalty, including report from Imperial Court de San Diego coronation; GSGRA membership application; calls for volunteers and poster designs; and calendars of events. Features photographs of Bay Area Chapter members. Postmarked August 2, 2001, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.86 September 2001

Physical Description: 1 copy24 pages; Goldenrod cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles, Bay Area, Greater San Diego, and Greater Palm Springs chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, San Diego Rodeo '01, International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Finals Rodeo '01, GSGRA Royalty Competition '02, Pride events, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from Rocky Mountain Regional Rodeo '01, Zia Regional Rodeo '01, IGRA Convention and Country Western Dance Competition '01, and Pride events; announcement of election results; GSGRA membership application; calls for volunteers and poster designs; and calendars of events. Features photographs of Bay Area Chapter members in San Jose Gay Pride Parade 2001; Postmarked August 27, 2001, in Marina Del Rey, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.87 October 2001

Physical Description: 1 copy24 pages; Salmon-color cover; Cover torn along top edge

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Bay Area, Greater Los Angeles, Greater Palm Springs, and Greater San Diego chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Finals Rodeo '01, Grand National Rodeo '01 and Toby Keith concert, educational workshops, Pride events, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from San Diego Rodeo '01; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of August 2001; information about IGRA Finals Rodeo scholarship opportunity; memorial to member who passed; GSGRA membership application; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Features comments about the September 11 attacks. Postmarked October 1, 2001, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.88 November 2001

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Light yellow cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles, Greater Palm Springs, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, GSGRA Royalty Competition '02, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Finals Rodeo '01 and fundraisers; announcements of election results and new sponsorships; GSGRA membership application; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Features action alert encouraging GSGRA members to write to Mitt Romney in support rodeo at Salt Lake City Olympics 2002 amid protest by animal rights groups, including PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) and SHARK (Showing Animals Respect and Kindness). Postmarked October 29, 2001, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.89 December 2001

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Pink cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles, Greater Palm Springs, Greater San Diego, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, GSGRA Country Western Dance Competition '02, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Finals Rodeo '01, GSGRA Royalty Competition '02, and Dallas Rodeo '01; announcement of election results; memorial for sponsor who passed; merchandise order form; column of life advice from a dog; calls for volunteers and photographs for Los Angeles Rodeo '02 program; and calendars of events. Postmarked November 28, 2001, in Marina Del Rey, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.90 January 2002

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Goldenrod cover; Last three pages torn on right edge

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Palm Springs, Greater Los Angeles, and Greater San Diego chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Road Runner Regional Rodeo '02, Los Angeles Rodeo '02, International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Convention '02, IGRA University and other educational workshops, fundraisers, and social gatherings); report on financial problems from IGRA Finals Rodeo '01, held October 2001 in Palm Springs, California; job announcement; GSGRA membership application; political humor; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Postmarked December 28, 2001, in Long Beach, California, and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.91 February 2002

Physical Description: 1 copy24 pages; Light pink cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles, Bay Area, Greater San Diego, and Greater Palm Springs chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '02, Los Angeles Rodeo '02, GSGRA Country Western and Line Dance Competition '02, International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) University, IGRA Convention '02, fundraisers for chapters and LGBTQ service organizations, and social gatherings); reports from fundraisers for chapters, Imperial Court of San Diego, and LGBTQ and AIDS service organizations; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of November 2001; news from rodeo royalty; GSGRA membership application; cowboy poetry; calls for volunteers and entertainers; and calendars of events. Features full-page copy of Los Angeles Rodeo '02 poster and complete list of sponsors. Postmark illegible and addressed to IGRA in Denver, Colorado.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.92 March 2002

Physical Description: 1 copy24 pages; Blue cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Bay Area, Greater Palm Springs, Greater Los Angeles, and Greater San Diego chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Cowtown Rodeo '02, San Diego Rodeo '02, International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Convention '02, GSGRA Country Western and Line Dance Competition '02, fundraisers, and social gatherings); report on financial problems from IGRA Finals Rodeo '01, held October 2001 in Palm Springs, California; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth, income/expense report from the month of January 2002, and proposed 2022-2023 budget; humor columns; announcement of rule changes and new sponsorship awards; calls for volunteers and entertainers; and calendars of events. Features of Los Angeles Rodeo '02 poster. Announces Southern Triple Crown Rodeo Series: Cowtown Rodeo '02 (Fort Worth, Texas), Rodeo In The Rock '02 (Little Rock, Arkansas), and Great Plains Regional Rodeo '02 (Oklahoma City, Oklahoma)..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.93 April 2002

Physical Description: 1 copy24 pages; Light yellow cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Palm Springs, Greater Los Angeles, Greater San Diego, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Los Angeles Rodeo '02, Bay Area Regional Rodeo '02, International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Convention '02, Pride events, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from GSGRA board meeting and fundraisers, including event with Mr. San Diego Leather and benefit for AIDS service organizations; information about IGRA awards; news from rodeo royalty; humor column reprinted from the Washington Post; calls for volunteers, membership renewal, newsletter submissions, and participation in CNN "Gay Adoption Survey"; and calendars of events. Back cover features copy of Los Angeles Rodeo '02 poster..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.94 May 2002

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Salmon-color cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Palm Springs, Bay Area, Greater Los Angeles, and Greater San Diego chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, Bay Area Regional Rodeo and Royalty Contest '02, GSGRA Convention '02, Diamond Spur Casino Night [fundraiser for San Diego Chapter], Pride events, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from Los Angeles Rodeo '02, Cowtown Rodeo '02, and Bighorn Rodeo '02; report on financial problems from IGRA Finals Rodeo '01, held October 2001 in Palm Springs, California; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of March 2002; short humor pieces; calls for volunteers and newsletter submissions; and calendars of events. Features copy of GSGRA Convention '02 poster..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.95 June 2002

Physical Description: 2 copies20 pages; Light green cover; Second page has been torn and detached from the newsletter

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, Bay Area, and Greater Palm Springs chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Bay Area Regional Rodeo and Royalty Contest '02, Diamond Spur Casino Night [fundraiser for San Diego Chapter], Pride events, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from Los Angeles Rodeo '02, Long Beach Pride, GSGRA Convention '02, and International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) board meeting; report on financial problems from IGRA Finals Rodeo '01, held October 2001 in Palm Springs, California; column of "Survival Tips" for rodeo attendees; memorial for founding president of GSGRA; description of missing steer rope; advertisements; merchandise order form; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Features copy of Bay Area Regional Rodeo '02 poster..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.96 July 2002

Physical Description: 2 copies20 pages; Salmon-color cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Palm Springs, Bay Area, Greater San Diego, and Greater Los Angeles chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, Rocky Mountain Regional Rodeo '02, Diamond Spur Casino Night [fundraiser for San Diego Chapter], fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from Bay Area Regional Rodeo and Royalty Contest '02 ("The Best Buck in the Bay") and Los Angeles Rodeo '02; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of March 2002; announcements of election results; description of missing steer rope; merchandise order form; GSGRA membership application; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Features copy of Rocky Mountain Regional Rodeo '02 poster and photographs of Bay Area Chapter royalty and Greater Los Angeles members. Back cover contains full-page history of the U.S. Declaration of Independence. Includes small insert announcing memorial service for GSGRA founding president in Long Beach, California..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.97 August 2002

Physical Description: 1 copy12 pages; Purple cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Palm Springs, Bay Area, Greater San Diego, and Greater Los Angeles chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, San Diego Rodeo '02, Zia Regional Rodeo '02, Windy City Rodeo '02, Show-Me State Rodeo '02, International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Convention '02, Diamond Spur Casino Night [fundraiser for San Diego Chapter], fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from Christopher Street West Festival (CSW) [Los Angeles Pride]; announcement of election results; information about horse for sale; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Features photographs from CSW..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.98 September 2002

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Light green cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, Greater Palm Springs, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, San Diego Rodeo and Dance Competition '02, International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Finals Rodeo '02, IGRA Royalty Contest '03, IGRA University '03, Diamond Spurs Casino Night [fundraiser for San Diego Chapter], Pride events, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from GSGRA board meeting, Pride events, and IGRA Convention '02, including announcement of policy for transgender rodeo contestants; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of July 2002; news from rodeo royalty; announcements of election results; information about Equine Therascope therapy for injured horses; calls for volunteers, entertainers, and vendors; and calendars of events. Features photographs of Bay Area Chapter members at Dore Alley Street Fair..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.99 October 2002

Physical Description: 2 copies16 pages; Goldenrod cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, Greater Palm Springs, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, GSGRA board meeting and Royalty Competition '03, International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Finals Rodeo '02, Grand National Rodeo '02, Pride events, educational workshops, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from San Diego Rodeo '02, Show-Me State Rodeo '02, and Windy City Rodeo '02; information about scholarship for participants in IGRA Finals Rodeo '02; information about Breast Cancer Awareness Month; GSGRA membership application; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Includes copy of 2003 IGRA Rodeo Schedule as insert..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.100 November 2002

Physical Description: 2 copies20 pages; Light blue cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Palm Springs, Greater Los Angeles, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Capital City Rodeo '02, GSGRA board meeting and Royalty Competition '03, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from San Diego Rodeo '02, International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Finals Rodeo '02, IGRA Royalty Competition '03, and Pride events; GSGRA membership application; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Features photographs of San Diego Rodeo '02 and full list of contestants by event at IGRA Finals Rodeo '02. Includes GSGRA membership application insert..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.101 December 2002

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Goldenrod cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, Bay Area, and Greater Palm Springs chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, West Coast Singers ["Chorus of the Lesbian/Gay Community"] concert, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from GSGRA board meeting and Royalty Competition '03; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of October 2002; announcements of election results and award winners; update on financial problems from International Gay Rodeo Association Finals Rodeo '01, hosted October 2001 in Palm Springs, California; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Features photographs of San Diego Chapter members and GSGRA Royalty Competition '03..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.102 January 2003

Physical Description: 2 copies16 pages; Goldenrod cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Palm Springs, Greater Los Angeles, Greater San Diego, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Road Runner Regional Rodeo '03, educational workshops, fundraisers, and social gatherings); political humor; GSGRA membership application; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Back cover features prize-winning photograph of a GSGRA member's two horses. Includes purple insert announcing "The Great Western States Silver & Gold Rush" rodeo series, a prize pool for competing at Los Angeles Rodeo '03 and Bighorn Rodeo '03 [Las Vegas, Nevada]..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.103 February 2003

Physical Description: 2 copies16 pages; Light pink cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Palm Springs, Greater Los Angeles, Greater San Diego, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, San Diego Rodeo '03, GSGRA board meeting and Country Western Dance Competition '03, International Gay Rodeo Association University '03, fundraisers, and social gatherings); report and reprinted photographs from Road Runner Regional Rodeo '03, held January 17-19, 2003, in Phoenix, Arizona; news from rodeo royalty; GSGRA Convention '03 registration form; calls for volunteers and vendors; and calendars of events. Features photographs of GSGRA royalty at Road Runner Regional Rodeo '03. Includes insert announcing GSGRA-Greater Los Angeles Chapter Rodeo Education Day and BBQ Fundraiser..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.104 March 2003

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Light blue cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Bay Area, Greater Los Angeles, Greater San Diego, and Greater Palm Springs chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Texas Gay Rodeo Association Cowtown Rodeo '03 [Fort Worth, Texas], Bighorn Rodeo '03 [Las Vegas, Nevada], San Diego Rodeo '03, Greater Los Angeles Royalty Competition '03, GSGRA Convention '03, and fundraisers); reports from GSGRA board meeting held February 2003, Imperial Court of San Francisco elections, International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) University '03, and earlier social gatherings; announcements of new sponsorships and membership benefits; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of February 2003; news from rodeo royalty; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Features photographs of Bay Area Chapter members and from IGRA University '03. Back cover features copy of Los Angeles Rodeo '03 poster..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.105 April 2003

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Light yellow cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, Bighorn Rodeo '03 [Las Vegas, Nevada], Los Angeles Rodeo and Greater Los Angeles Royalty Competition '03, San Diego Rodeo '03, Best Buck in the Bay '03 [Bay Area Regional Rodeo], GSGRA Convention and Country Western Dance Competition '03, International Gay Rodeo Association Convention '03, Pride events, and fundraisers); treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the fiscal year 2002-2003; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Features photograph of Bay Area members at San Francisco Royalty Coronation. Back cover features copy of Los Angeles Rodeo '03 poster.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.106 May 2003

Physical Description: 1 copy20 pages; Purple cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Palm Springs, Bay Area, and Greater Los Angeles chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, San Diego Rodeo '03, Best Buck in the Bay '03 [Bay Area Regional Rodeo], GSGRA Convention and Country Western Dance Competition '03, Pride events, sponsored private shopping, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from Bighorn Rodeo '03 [Las Vegas, Nevada], Los Angeles Rodeo and Royalty Competition '03, and fundraising events; announcements of election results; GSGRA membership application; GSGRA Convention '03 registration form; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Features photographs of Bay Area Chapter members at Los Angeles Rodeo '03 and Bighorn Rodeo '03. Back cover features copy of Best Buck in the Bay '03 poster.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.107 July 2003

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Light yellow cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Bay Area, Greater Palm Springs, and Greater Los Angeles chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, San Diego Rodeo '03, International Gay Rodeo Association Convention '03, Pride events, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from Best Buck in the Bay '03 [Bay Area Regional Rodeo]; announcement of election results and bylaw changes; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of May 2003; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Features photographs of San Diego Chapter members. Back cover is GSGRA membership application..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.108 August 2003

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Light pink cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Bay Area, Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, and Greater Palm Springs chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, San Diego Rodeo '03, GSGRA board meeting, International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Convention '03, IGRA Finals Rodeo '03, Mr. and Ms. Leather Cowboy and Cowgirl Contest '03, Pride events, educational workshops, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from Best Buck in the Bay '03 [Bay Area Regional Rodeo] and GSGRA Country Western Dance Competition '03; GSGRA membership application; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.109 September 2003

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Light blue cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles, Greater San Diego, Bay Area, and Greater Palm Springs chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, San Diego Rodeo '03, GSGRA board meeting and Royalty Competition '04, Mr. and Ms. Leather Cowboy and Cowgirl Contest '03, Pride events, educational workshops, and fundraisers); reports from International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Convention '03, Pride events, and fundraising events; announcements of Greater Los Angeles Chapter feature in Los Angeles Magazine and new documentary about IGRA; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of July 2003; announcements of election results; calls for volunteers and interviewees for IGRA documentary; and calendars of events. Features photographs of Greater Los Angeles Chapter royalty and from Dore Alley Pride in San Francisco, California..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.110 October 2003

Physical Description: 2 copies16 pages; Light pink cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Palm Springs, and Greater Los Angeles chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, GSGRA Royalty Competition '04, International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Finals Rodeo '03, Pride events, educational workshops, social gatherings, and fundraisers for chapters, the American Stroke Association, and AIDS service organizations); reports from fundraising events; calls for volunteers and used boot donations; and calendars of events. Includes GSGRA membership application insert..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.111 November 2003

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Light pink cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles, Greater San Diego, Bay Area, and Greater Palm Springs chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, GSGRA board meeting and Royalty Competition '04, Pride events, fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from Santa Barbara Pride, Mr. and Ms Leather Cowboy and Cowgirl Contest '03, and fundraising events; announcement of sponsorship changes; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of October 2003; column about horse sharing etiquette; humor column about friendship; calls for volunteers, spare riding equipment, and old rodeo programs; and calendars of events. Features reprinted photograph of the Rite of the Riderless Horse at unidentified rodeo.

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.112 January 2004

Physical Description: 1 copy16 pages; Salmon-color cover. Pages crinkled or torn along bottom edges

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater San Diego, Greater Los Angeles, and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, Road Runner Regional Rodeo '04, comedy event by gay comedians, leather pageant, educational workshops, fundraisers for chapters and AIDS service organizations, and social gatherings); reports from GSGRA board meeting; educational column about calf roping; letter to the editor expressing concern about digitizing the newsletter; news from rodeo royalty; poetry about the San Diego Rodeo; jokes; GSGRA membership application; calls for volunteers, pictures, and rodeo memorabilia for the GSGRA archives; and calendars of events..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.113 April 2004

Physical Description: 1 copy12 pages; Light pink cover

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Palm Springs, Bay Area, Greater San Diego, and Greater Los Angeles chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings and elections, GSGRA 20th Anniversary Convention '04, Bay Area Dance Competition '04, Bay Area Regional Rodeo and Royalty Competition '04, Pride events, and fundraisers); reports from San Francisco and San Jose Imperial Court coronations (including reprinted photograph from the former), live taping of "Fred Astaire and Ginger Chicken" episode of Will & Grace television show, Cowtown Rodeo '04 [Fort Worth, Texas], and Ranch Dance '04, hosted by GSGRA-Greater Los Angeles Chapter; announcements of election results; treasurer's report of GSGRA's current net worth and income/expense report from the month of February 2004; merchandise order forms; news about injured GSGRA member; educational column about calf roping; calls for volunteers and stories for the GSGRA archives; and calendars of events..

The Chute MSA.26.4.2.9.17.114 January 2005

Scope and Contents

Compiles newsletters from Greater Los Angeles and Bay Area chapters. Contains information about upcoming events (including chapter meetings, Road Runner Regional Rodeo '05 [Phoenix, Arizona], fundraisers, and social gatherings); reports from International Gay Rodeo Association (IGRA) Convention '04; GSGRA membership application; calls for volunteers; and calendars of events. Features photographs of Bay Area Chapter members..

Finding Aid to the International Gay Rodeo Association Institutional Archives, 1982-2024 MSA.26