Sister Rodeo parade entry forms available

Entry forms for the 2013 Sisters Rodeo parade are now available.

The parade will be held on Saturday, June 8, starting at 9:30 a.m. in downtown Sisters as part of the 73rd Sisters PRCA Rodeo. Entry deadline is May 15 with parade position numbers to be sent out after that date.

Forms may be accessed at www.sistersrodeo.com, or at the rodeo office, 220 W. Cascade Ave. in Sisters. The entry form includes general rules for parade participants, a map of the route, where to obtain information on overnight accommodations including boarding facilities for animals.

"The Sisters Rodeo parade is a highlight of the rodeo activities that include bands, community youth groups, 20-plus rodeo queens, colorful floats and a whole lot of horses. It is a pleasure to see everyone participating having a great time and the thousands who come to watch," said co-organizer Jeri Buckmann.

Judging will start at 8:30 a.m. on parade day with trophies and ribbons to be awarded for both adult and youth groups.

Information for visiting rodeo courts and advisors is also available at the rodeo office for both the parade and the grand entry during the four rodeo performances.

The 73rd Sisters PRCA Rodeo will feature five performances on June 5, 7-9. Tickets may be purchased at the rodeo office at 220 W. Cascade Ave. in Sisters or by calling 541-549-0121 or 800-827-7522.