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ACTRA National Finals 2020

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One of the largest events in the world, the American Cowboy Team Roping Association (ACTRA)Wrangler/Professionals Choice National Finals are headed to the Biggest Little City, Reno, Nevada. The ACTRA National Finals will be at the Reno-Sparks Livestock Event Center on October 17th-24th. The event is only open to participants due to COVID-19 guidelines. This event happens once a year uniting competitors of all ages, men, and women, from all over the country to compete for the national title. The estimated payout is $1,000,000 and awards to exceed $300,000.

ACTRA was founded in 1983 and is the largest non-profit team roping organization in the United States. ACTRA has chapters in Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Colorado, California, Oregon, Washington, Wyoming, Utah, Arizona, Montana, and Canada (British Columbia). This non-profit organization wants its members to have the best roping experience and they are dedicated to making that happen. The ACTRA National Finals offers fellow contestants to compete in Heel-O-Matic roping, ladies breakaway roping, and team roping. The ACTRA National Finals is held in both of the outdoor rodeo arena of the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center and in the main indoor arena. Reno, Nevada has been hosting the renowned ACTRA National Finals for more than 20 years now!

‘Tis the season to start on your holiday shopping. There will be vendors featuring their unique western jewelry, clothing, home decor, furniture, and more. With the help of sponsors such as YETI and Total Feeds, the ACTRA National Finals is booming and is bound for another great season. YETI and Total Feeds are both proud sponsors for this year’s 2020 ACTRA National Finals. From YETI, you can find a variety of coolers and drinkware that will provide unparalleled temperature retention. Total Feeds is a long time supporter of ACTRA and their main goal to educate folks on the importance of nutrition for your four legged friends. Help show your support for these sponsors by giving them a shoutout or thanking them if you see them at the event.

This year, there will also be a Ladies Breakaway Roping that you should consider checking out or entering yourself. It will be on October 17, lots of options for different skill levels and ages. There is truly something for everyone this year at the ACTRA Finals, make sure to mark it on your calendar, we will see you Reno!

Megan deFabry

Howdy, I'm Megan deFabry, I grew up in Reno, Nevada & I now reside in Austin, Texas. I'm very passionate about digital marketing and journalism, especially within the Western industry. I'm driven by faith, and have a love for the outdoors, agriculture, rodeos, country music, and maintaining the Western way of life!

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