Canadian Bridlehorse Association
we regret to inform you that our Skills of the Outfits - West of the Rockies

2025 event has been cancelled

due to an unforeseen scheduling conflict. we look forward to seeing you in 2026! Event dates and details below

please mark your calendar for the

Skills of the outfits- West of the Rockies 2026

June 19 - June 21, 2026 in Merritt, BC

We will be back next year with an unprecedented Cowboy Weekend at the Nicola Valley Rodeo Grounds in Merritt BC. Please stay tuned for updates! Here is just a taste of what's in store for next year.

June 19, 2026: Skills of the Outfits - West of the Rockies Workshop Day

Miles Kingdon Horsemanship Workshop  "Hackamore to Bridle; Riding the Bridled Stockhorse to Cattle"  - Auditors Welcome!

June 20, 2026: Skills of the Outfits- West of the Rockies Competition Day 1

Herd work and Ranch Roping Classes in the Arena, all day!

Makers Market - Shop world class gear, made right here in Canada!

Cowboy Long-throw Competition, and Kids Dummy Roping Competition!

"Saturday Night at the Skills" -Featuring Cowboy Music so you can dance the night away!

June 21, 2026: Skills of the Outfits - West of the Rockies Competition Day 2

Ranch Horse Pattern Class in the Arena!

Makers Market - Shop world class gear, made right here in Canada!

Awards Ceremony!

NEW for 2026!

Sunday June 21, 2026: Skills of the Outfits Select Horse Sale

An opportunity to bid on a select number of horses. To be eligible for the sale all horses must be entered in our Skills of the Outfits - West of the Rockies 2026 Competition. Buyers will have the opportunity to see the horses at work throughout the weekend, and bid on their choice top choice!