Chatham-Kent’s own Canadian Cowgirls are gearing up for a special July 2 performance on their home turf.
The Cowgirls will ride in a two-hour Patriotic Show at TJ Stables at 2 p.m., flying Canada’s colours and celebrating all things Canadian.
Terry Jenkins, captain of the Canadian Cowgirls, said the squad wanted to perform in front of a home crowd over the Canada Day weekend.
“The team wanted to bring a sense of patriotism to our own community this Canada Day Weekend. Guests can expect fast horses, flags flying, inspirational tributes, and fan favourites games on horseback,” she said in a media release. “Those people who have seen our show tell us it brings up the emotions, and often tears at the pageantry and the feeling of pride for our country.”
The Canadian Cowgirls are an elite rodeo-style precision riding team. The women and their horses perform daring musical drills in glittering costumes.
The team has practiced long hours working towards perfection of timing, spacing and precision and is comprised of a dedicated and disciplined group of experienced horsewomen tied together by a common bond – the love of family, country, and horses.
The team has performed at the Calgary Stampede, ridden in the Tournament of Roses Parade in California, in the Kentucky Derby Pegasus Parade and the Indy 500 Parade.
The Canadian Cowgirls have designated the Acceptional Riders Therapeutic Riding program as their charity of choice and devote many volunteer hours to give a leg up to riders with special needs.
Tickets for the July 2 show are $10, while children 5 and under free. They may be purchased at TJ Stables, Express Copies and from your favorite Canadian Cowgirl or at the gate.
TJ Stables is located at 837 Gregory Dr. E. just east of Chatham, near Prince Albert Road.
