Craig Jackson CEO & Steve Davis President
Q - You moved your event in Scottsdale from January to late March, what was the motivation for that decision?
A - “While every indication showed that our bidders, consignors and sponsors were behind our efforts to hold our auction next month, we decided it would be prudent at this time to safeguard everyone’s health,” said Craig Jackson chairman and CEO of BarrettJackson. “We determined that moving our event to March 2021 seemed like the right thing to do to avoid the coronavirus spike that is currently being predicted. We appreciate the support we have received from the City of Scottsdale and State of Arizona regarding this decision. We were widely praised for the safety protocols we put in place for our recent Fall Auction, and we want to be able to provide customers and fans the same safe environQ - Art of the Cowgirl canceled their event at Horseshoe Park, did any other major events cancel due to Covid? A - Is the Art of the Cowgirl 2021 Canceled? From the Art of the Cowgirl website- No, we are not canceling our event. As we navigate the changing requirements, mandates, and responsibilities to move forward with our event, taking all things into consideration, we made the difficult decision to postpone parts of our event. We will be postponing the Master and Clinician Demonstrations, Tradeshow, Music, and Workshops. We will still hold the World’s Greatest Horsewoman Competition, Ranch Rodeo, and Horse Sale January 13th16th as planned at Horseshoe Park and Equestrian Centre in Queen Creek, Arizona. These events will be livestreamed 58
for the January event with extensive measures in place, the uncertainty related to the coronavirus pandemic led to the decision to postpone. Q - You’ve made significant changes to your business plans, how hard was it to make those decisions?
ment and great Barrett-Jackson experience during our Scottsdale Auction this spring.” Q - What safety precautions is the Auction implementing to protect the public at the event? A - Barrett-Jackson proved that returning to live events safely was possible with their October 2020 event. The company went to great lengths to safeguard the health and safety of guests. While plans were underway
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and tickets will not be required for those coming to spectate. Arizona COVID-19 mandates will be followed . B - Roots N Boots Queen Creek Cancelled for 2021 Written by; Dru Alberti, Roots N’ Boots Queen Creek Sponsorship ChairThe friends of Horseshoe Park Board of Directors has made the difficult decision to cancel Roots N’ Boots Queen Creek
A - “This is truly an unprecedented challenge in our country’s history, and one we take very seriously,” said Steve Davis, president of BarrettJackson. “Our decision to delay the auction was made to protect the public’s safety and health. Our consignors have been very supportive, and we already have a fantastic docket of collector cars shaping up for the March auction. We look forward to delivering the Barrett-Jackson experience that enthusiasts enjoy at our flagship Scottsdale Auction in March of 2021.”
which was scheduled for March 2021. The board determined that it cannot confidently overcome the difficulties of staging a large event with the uncertainties and ever-evolving rules and guidelines associated with Covid-19. The board felt it had an obligation to the contestants, stock contractor, sponsors, vendors and contract personnel to make a decision now rather than wait until the last minute. Planning is already underway for Roots N’ Boots Queen Creek 2020, which will be held March 16-20, 2022. During the coming year, Friends of Horseshoe Park and the Roots N’ Boots Queen Creek committee will be exploring alternatives to continue their presence in the community, in person and over social media. For instance, or Rodeo Royalty will continue to represent
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Q -Are spectators going to be allowed at Sun Circuit? A -Yes Q - Will exhibitors be required to wear masks when showing? A - Not while showing or horseback. At all other times while on the West World grounds. Q - Will there be vendors at the show? A - Yes Q - What safety measures will be in place to protect the exhibitors from each other? A - Mask, social distancing, hand wash stations and specific food service areas. Q -If someone appears to show typical signs of Covid at the show what is management going to do? Q- They will be required to leave the show grounds immediately. No one showing symptoms of Covid should enter the show grounds. the Town of Queen Creek at various virtual, community and state events. They also will continue to partner with Arizona Farm Bureau’s Ag In The Classroom program to bring virtual rodeo presentations to local schools. In spite of this cancellation, Roots N’ Boots will be releasing its second issue of the AgTivity Book in March. Friends of Horseshoe park invites Root N’ Boots Queen Creek supporters to send suggestions on partnering with other organizations or community involvement ideas via email to Info@ friendsofhorseshoepark.org
