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Contents President’s Letter..................................................... Pg. 4 Mayor’s Letter.......................................................... Pg. 5 History of Loggerodeo™......................................... Pg. 6-7 LOGGERODEO™ is the trademark of the Loggerodeo. All rights reserved.

Events....................................................................... Pg. 8-22 Thanks to our many Sponsors.............................. Pg. 13 Event Schedule........................................................ Pg. 18 Map of Sedro-Woolley........................................... Pg. 19 Meet the Carvers.................................................... Pg. 23-31 Sedro-Woolley Museum........................................ Pg. 32-34 Pg. 13

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Letter from the Loggerodeo President, Dottie Chandler

ast year our president, Jeanne McLennan, decided to step down after 10 years of service. That left a big hole to fill. Finally, after months of deliberating I

decided to step up and fill the spot with the support of my husband Paul and the Loggerodeo board members. My husband Paul and I have been on the board and volunteering for about seven years. We each have three children and 13 grandchildren. Paul is a Sedro-Woolley High School graduate while I am a Burlington-Edison High School graduate. I want to thank the whole team for being with me on this new adventure and give a special thank you to Nathan Salinas for all of his assistance getting me up to speed. We couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t make it happen without funding from individual and business sponsors and the volunteers who organize the events in a year-round commitment. I would like to thank the Sedro-Woolley Lions Club for the many years and hundreds of hours of organizing the Grand Parade. Thank you to long-time Loggerodeo board members Lynn Torset, Linda Stearns and Emily Hamblin who will be stepping down after this year. Thank you to continuing members Nick Bates, Amanda Brown, Brett Sandstrom, Paul Chandler, Nancy Bonafede, Sandy Justice and George Kenny. We are always looking for new people who would like to help and might bring fresh ideas to our great events! We have many events to choose from starting with the Street Dance on Friday night. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss the adorable Kiddie Parade, Carnival, Chainsaw Carving Competition and Quick Carve, followed by the auction. Food, arts and crafts vendors will be there every day. We have a beard contest with all kinds of looks. The Eagles Club is having a car show on south Metcalf Street and Barbecue in the Parking Lot, the Greg Bisbey Logging Exhibition returns and The Sedro-Woolley Riding Club will put on the 83rd annual Sedro-Woolley Rodeo. Ending our events on July Fourth is the SedroWoolley Footrace, the Grand Parade and the spectacular fireworks show. On a sad note, we have lost a supporter, past member and all around great guy: Frank Martin. Also, this year due to a fire destroying part of our history, a 100-year-old building was lost and downtown has a new look. Last year we had a map up during the Loggerodeo for people to show us where they came from. We had 47 states and four countries represented! We are looking forward to welcoming back Sedro-Woolley residents who have moved away, current community members and everyone else who comes to join us for one of our fun-filled events. Enjoy! Dottie Chandler Sedro-Woolley Loggerodeo President

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Letter from Sedro-Woolley Mayor, Keith Wagoner

n behalf of our City Council, it is my great honor to introduce SedroWoolley’s Loggerodeo, Washington State’s oldest and best continuous

Independence Day celebration, now in its 119th year. After a long and rainy winter, it is time to enjoy summer and celebrate our nation’s birth in Sedro-Woolley style. From the breathtaking excitement of our authentic Rodeo to the magical artistry of the chainsaw sculptures and the invigorating scent of cedar, there is something for every member of your family. Come and view the lumberjack demonstrations, chainsaw carving competition or just enjoy the carnival food and events. For summer time entertainment and fun, Sedro-Woolley is the place to be! Thanks to your City Council, city staff and our live-in park caretakers, our parks and public spaces are looking beautiful; all they are lacking is you. Bring your family, bring your friends, bring your camera and make some memories in Sedro-Woolley. Don’t forget the Sedro-Woolley museum; a great place to spend time enjoying our heritage and take a picture with Sasquatch (he loves Loggerodeo too). Then saunter on out to the Sedro-Woolley Riding Club’s rodeo grounds and

get your inner cowboy on. There you can enjoy bucking broncs and bulls, calf roping, clowns, and barrel races; you might even see a princess or two. It is an exciting event in a beautiful venue that will leave memories for a lifetime. Sedro-Woolley continues to grow under our “Sedro-Woolley Means Business” philosophy. Real estate agents report record sales and high demand is driving growth throughout the City. The newly designated Sedro-Woolley Innovation for Tomorrow (SWIFT) Center is transforming the former Northern State Hospital site from a state of decline and decay into a vibrant economic generator. Our partnerships with The Department of Enterprise Services, Skagit County, and the Port of Skagit continue to grow as we protect and repurpose this historic site. It is our vision that one day soon, portions of the SWIFT Center will once again be available for public use and enjoyment. I encourage visitors and residents alike to invest here, shop here and live here. From award winning schools to our priceless views, there is so much to love about Sedro-Woolley. Sedro-Woolley’s Loggerodeo is a fantastic opportunity for summer family fun. It epitomizes our home-town feel and community spirit. But, don’t forget our other fun city opportunities: Sedro-Woolley Rotary Club’s free concert series at Riverfront Park, September’s “Founders’ Day” celebration and our annual Christmas Parade and tree lighting ceremony to name a few. Welcome to Sedro-Woolley. Keith L. Wagoner Mayor, City of Sedro-Woolley

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History of Loggerodeo

he World Famous Loggerodeo is Sedro-Woolley’s official Fourth of July celebration; Independence Day festivities have been running since 1886, making it the oldest continuous Fourth of July celebration in the state. The event brings current and past community members together; many old-timers who have moved away make trips back to town to visit with friends and family and share in the celebration. Over the years the festivities have varied in length; the 2017 activities are a full five day experience from June 30 through July 4. This is good, old-fashioned family fun, stamped with Sedro-Woolley’s logging history and small-town charm. Although the town of Sedro6 LOGGERODEO 2017

Woolley was celebrating the Fourth of July long beforehand, 2017 marks the 69th annual event called Loggerodeo. The name Loggerodeo dates back to 1948 when John Conrad won a citywide naming contest, sponsored by the returning World War II vets of the American Legion. He won a $25 cash prize. 1948 was a special year for Loggerodeo as it was a merger of two celebrations that had often been run separately during the week of July 4: logging contests and a rodeo. Many oldtimers still say that the 1948 event was the wildest Loggerodeo ever. A fireworks display was added along with the street dance in front of the Legion Hall on Murdock Street. The Ziegler Brothers

Carnival had been introduced in 1946 and continued into 1948 and beyond. The year 1948 also marked the 50th anniversary of the merger of Sedro and Woolley towns, who had each previously had their own Independence Day celebrations. The original Sedro-Woolley rodeo was held in 1914 and consisted of riding, racing and roping exhibitions; it attracted 10,000 people from all parts of the Pacific Northwest. The rodeo continued on an irregular schedule until 1934 when community members decided to restore it at the grounds on Polte Road. The Rodeo expanded into a two day event in 1946 and included calf and trick roping; bronco, steer and Skagit Publishing LLC

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bareback riding; and bulldogging. In that year $1,500 in cash prizes was awarded, including $150 to the best all-around cowboy. In 1948, the competitive logging events were expanded. Rules were codified for the Log Drive; originally nearly 12-feet long, the log was eventually standardized at eight feet with a 14-inch diameter. A crew would drop the log into the Skagit River from the Marblemount Bridge at 5 a.m. The log was then followed downriver by a motor boat to ensure that it wasn’t stolen. Rodeo queen candidates sold raffle tickets to local gamblers who were trying to guess how long the log would take to float down to its destination at the Clear Lake Bridge. Depending on the depth of the river and obstructions in a given year, the trip varied 10 to 19 hours. For many years, a local radio station would announce updates on the log’s progress called in by Don Collen who participated in the event in one way or another for decades starting in the early 1960s. He was the Logging Show MC and a Log Show chairperson in the 1980s. The log drive ended in the 1990s. Loggerodeo is run by an all volunteer team headed up by new President Dottie Chandler and new Vice President Lynn Torset who took over this year from former President Jeanne McLennan and former Vice President Erin Balam. Organizing the event it is a 12-month commitment. Loggerodeo depends heavily on community support both financial and participatory - to keep it going. The festivities cost between $30,000 and $40,000 to produce. Apart from personal and business donations and sponsorships, Loggerodeo raises money through the Carnival, the T-shirt sale and the Quick Carve auctions. The more carnival bracelets and T-shirts are sold and the more is bid on carvings, the more money is raised for Loggerodeo. The event’s main sponsors are Pat Rimmer’s Les Schwab Tire Centers, Frontier Building Supply, KBRC/ KAPS Radio, The Skagit Casino Resort, Hometown Pharmacy and Skagit Publishing. In recent years, community donations have dwindled while prices have continued to rise; there is serious danger of losing the wood carving event in the coming years. Please contact the Loggerodeo at sedrowoolleyloggerodeo@frontier.com or 360-770-8452 to get involved or make a donation. Visit www.loggerodeo.org for application forms and drop them off at the new Loggerodeo office at 727 Murdock St., Unit B. Historical details were found in the Skagit River Journal. goskagit.com

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Events Davis Shows Northwest Carnival

avis Shows Northwest produces a grand family friendly carnival; it will run June 30 through July 4 at the Riverfront Park on the south edge of town. There will be a special “kiddies’ section” with a giant slide and merrygo-round; and fresh new rides along with some old favorites like the 90-foot Ferris wheel. Unlimited ride carnival bracelets are $25 per person, per day; they can be purchased at a carnival booth after 5 p.m., June 29. Tickets can also be purchased for a single ride. A portion of the carnival proceeds benefits Loggerodeo. The carnival bracelet presale will begin during the Blast from the Past event on June 2 and run through June 29 at 5 p.m. Pre-sale bracelets are $20. Call 360-770-8452 or check on sedrowoolleyloggerodeo.org for times and place to purchase. Davis Shows Northwest has an ideology that guides their business. They believe that “The ultimate carnival should be clean and wholesome, fun for the entire family-with something wonderful for everyone, young and old – no matter what income level. We bring this special experience to the people of your community - the highest quality carnival that has ever visited your event.” They aim to create “a spectacular experience of excitement for all; a place where people can enjoy themselves to the utmost.”

Davis Shows Northwest History:

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ride manufacturer out of Salem, Oregon. In the early years, the four Davis’ booked the equipment with other carnival operators at locations from California to Texas, operating as far south as the Mexican border. By 1950, the group had decided to purchase the five rides they had previously leased. At that time, they incorporated the business in their home state of Oregon and purchased property for winter-quarters in Portland. Mannie and Melba expanded their route to encompass more of the Oregon festivals and fairs. At the end of their summer season, Mannie would work on the equipment and Melba would get winter work and do the booking for the show along with Martha’s help. Mannie and Melba had many independent attractions in their carnival. In the 1950s a cousin brought his elephant, Senita, on the road. The traveling show also included a wrestling side show, an aerial act and a gorilla show. Many of the fairs and festivals that Melba booked back in the 1950s are still being played by the Davis Family, which speaks to the values and business

practices established all those years ago. Mannie and Melba’s two sons have continued in the industry. Michael Davis along with his wife, Cathy, and their family, owns and operates Davis Amusement Cascadia, Inc. The carnival plays over 60 dates including events in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Arizona, Nevada and Utah. Davis Amusement Cascadia, Inc. is now being operated by third and fourth generation Davis family members, with the fifth generation eager to continue in the family tradition.

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hief of police, Lin Tucker, sounds his siren to announce the start of the parade, which will begin at 11 a.m. on July 4. The parade is led by the color guard from the American Legion Post 43 from Sedro-Woolley. Parade dignitaries will include new Loggerodeo President Dottie Chandler, the grand marshal, Skagit Publishing LLC

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the rodeo queen and the Kiddie Parade winner. The official parade sponsor will also be near the front of the lineup. The 2017 grand marshal is Gerald Chandler. Gerald is being recognized for his many years of service as a volunteer SedroWoolley Firefighter. Entries vary from year to year but there are typically 130-140 in the twohour long parade. Participants may use log trucks, decorated floats - large and small, antique cars and trucks, the old John Deere tractors and much more. You will probably see lots of horses and the funny pooper scoopers. There might be a few drill teams, race cars and of course the Nile Shriners of Seattle. There will be marching units, a band or two and fire trucks along with many local businesses, organizations and church groups. This year’s entries are invited to follow the family friendly Fourth of July theme and decorate in Red, White and Blue. Parade contestants are asked to check in on 3rd Street at Parade Central to pick up their entry number and find their spot to lineup in numbered order. The Grand Parade starts on the corner of 3rd and State streets, turns left on State Street, right on Metcalf, right on Ferry and then right on Township; ending at the intersection of Township and State streets. Ten thousand spectators come out to view the parade (which is almost the population of Sedro-Woolley)! Come early to find a spot to watch the parade and bring lawn chairs or blankets. The Grand Parade is generously sponsored by Pat Rimmer’s Les Schwab Tire Centers and organized by the Sedro-Woolley Lions Club that is celebrating 80 years of service to their community this year. The SedroWoolley Lions Club has been presenting the Grand Parade since before 1950. Loggerodeo had become accustomed to asking the club to take on the task every year and then about 1950 the club officially took it over as their community 10 LOGGERODEO 2017

project. There has been a Lions Club member on the Loggerodeo board since 1950. Organizing such a large event takes a lot of effort. Said previous Lions Club representative Carol Torset, “The parade is one of the biggest events in Sedro-Woolley and the volunteers make it happen.” Of the Lions Club’s 19 members, 15 to 16 are actively involved in putting on the parade along with family members and other volunteers from the community. The work includes collecting parade applications, selecting judges and the grand marshal and staging entries for the parade lineup. For the safety of the spectators and in compliance with state law, nothing can be thrown from moving floats or vehicles. Parade participants are asked to walk up to the spectators to hand out any candy or items. They should also refrain from shooting water guns at the crowd as it against the parade rules. Spectators should stay back near the curb for their safety and to give contestants room to put on the show. Parade applications can be found online at www.loggerodeo.org. Visit loggerodeo.org for more information.

Grand Marshal

erald Chandler was born in Mount Vernon and raised in SedroWoolley; he has been married to Marilyn for 32 years. Together they have two grown daughters and six grandchildren. Gerald has worked for Nelson Petroleum in Everett, WA for the last 24 years; his current role is business account manager but he also worked as a fuel truck driver, dispatcher and operations manager. Chandler has been a volunteer with the Sedro-Woolley Fire Department for the last 34 years. He was a firefighter for eight years and a captain the following eight years before earning the position of battalion chief for the last 18 years. He has been leading fire investigations inside the city for 30 years. Through the fire department he has also helped with Beta Sigma Phi’s Loggerodeo burger stands to raise money for their clubs. Said Chandler, “I haven’t missed too many Loggerodeos…I love pretty much everything about it: the ‘carnie burgers with onions’ and all of the events including the Carnival, the Logging Exhibition, Firefighters Competition and the Grand Parade.” In fact, one of Skagit Publishing LLC

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his earliest memories of the Loggerodeo was attending the Grand Parade at the age of five. Watching the fire trucks was what sparked his interest in the SedroWoolley Fire Department. Over the years he has driven fire trucks in the parade or been assigned to a fire truck ready to respond to any fire calls during the parade. He was “surprised, honored and excited” when asked to be the 2017 Grand Marshal.

Fireworks Show and Great Food

Patriotic Business and House Decorating Contest

hat would the Fourth of July be without “bombs bursting in air”? Sedro-Woolley’s patriotic fireworks show is held at Riverfront Park at dusk on July 4, sponsored by Loggerodeo. The park has a great “open view” of the night sky and there is ample free parking and room to enjoy the spectacular show. Located right next to the carnival, you can wander over and enjoy some rides after the fireworks end; the carnival is open until midnight. Fireworks are ince 2014, Don Collen of the Wildcat provided by Western Display Fireworks Steelhead Club of Sedro-Woolley has of Camby, Oregon. organized a “flyover” with help from the Come early to picnic, stroll along Heritage Flight Museum located at the the beautiful Skagit River or tailgate in Bayview Airport. The “flyover” typically the parking lot across from the park. consists of three prop-driven planes Support the Steel Claw Wrestling Club making three passes over the Grand or Beta Clubs through their burger Parade on Ferry Street. This year, Don stands. There will be many food vendors is trying for combat planes. Weather to choose from between 11 a.m. and 7 permitting; the flyover will occur about p.m. during Loggerodeo. noon. Generous sponsors Iron Skillet, Wood’s Logging Supply and Janicki Industries of Sedro-Woolley have returned to fund the 2017 flyover. Said Collen, “I am a staunch patriot...fighting in Korea in 1951-1952 changed my perspective on war and freedom… to me, the flyover represents the freedom that we enjoy today.” He says that every time a flag goes by in the parade, he salutes.

The Wildcat Steelhead Club Official Parade Flyover

n a long-standing tradition, about a dozen houses and a handful of businesses participate in the contest each year, decorating their home or business in Red, White and Blue for the Fourth of July. Businesses compete in two categories: Main Street Window Decorating and Off of Metcalf Building Decorating. A panel of local judges will rank the homes and businesses for best use of patriotic colors; awarding gift certificates for first, second and third places. Winners are announced on the Loggerodeo website. Judging will be Friday, June 30 from 10 a.m. - noon. Download your application form on www.loggerodeo.org and mail to P.O. Box 712, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284 or drop off at the new Loggerodeo office above the museum by Sunday, June 25. Call Loggerodeo at 360-770-8452 for more information.

Arts & Crafts Fair

eturning this year is the Arts & Crafts Fair at Riverfront Park July 1 through 4 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Download your application form on www.loggerodeo.org and mail to P.O. Box 712, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284 or drop off at the new Loggerodeo office: 727 Murdock St., Unit B by Friday, June 23. Contact Loggerodeo at 360-770-8452 for more information. goskagit.com

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Chainsaw Carving Championship

oin us for the 22nd annual Chainsaw Carving Championship; the premier carving event of the Northwest in the “chainsaw carving capital of Washington!” Organized by Rocky McArthur, Loggerodeo staged its first carving competition in 1996; and it has proven to be a stand-out crowd pleaser year after year. The competition is still held on the corner of Murdock and State streets but it has grown and changed over the years; keeping it one of the most exciting events of the weekend. The 2017 Loggerodeo has once again assembled some of the world’s finest carvers for the Chainsaw Carving Championships. Only carvers who have placed in the top of a carving competition are invited to compete at Loggerodeo; many of the carvers represent the United States in major carving competitions around the world and have taken home first place prizes. Don’t miss the carvers going head to head to be crowned the “best of the best.” The main event is the log competition, which runs July 1-3 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on July 4; carvers will work with six- to eight-foot cedar logs to carve beautiful sculptures with themes such as Northwest wildlife and logging. With over 26 hours to work on their master sculptures, there will be plenty of anticipation around the finished products and the judges’ picks on July 4. The Quick Carves will be held July 1-3 from 1:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.; judging is conducted between 1:30 p.m. and 2:45 p.m. on Tuesday. Daily auctions will be held at 5 p.m. July 1-3. On July 4 the auction will be held at 3 p.m., followed by the awards ceremony. Awards are granted to the top five Best Overall Quick Carves and the top five main event carvings plus People’s Choice 12 LOGGERODEO 2017

and Carver’s Choice. Judges look for the following five criteria in choosing the best competitors: artistic impact, effectiveness of design, use of material, difficulty and craftsmanship. A portion of the event’s proceeds goes to support Loggerodeo that provides the cedar logs for the competition; please bid on the wonderful carvings to show your support for Loggerodeo and keep the carving competition going into the future. This year’s event will feature 14 carvers from around the world; bringing back some past favorites as well as some new faces of the future. See “Meet the Carvers” carver profiles at the end of the program for more details. Always a crowd favorite, George Kenny of Allyn, Washington, returns as the carver coordinator and auctioneer. As a carver and former competitor himself, he has been closely involved with the carving industry for over 20 years, helping to coordinate carving shows around the country. He also knows the carvers personally, is familiar with their past and recent accomplishments and has even competed against some of them. George travels across the U.S. doing custom works and shows. In 2004, he opened

a first of its kind training facility called the George Kenny School of Chainsaw Carving that has been instrumental in teaching the next generation of carvers. Students come from all over the country to take his acclaimed three day course and many of these students go on to become champions themselves. Kenny currently organizes and auctions for The Northern California Championships, The Butte County Fair, near Chico, California, and the Monterey County Fair in California. George has been featured in TV spots with Alaska Airlines, Pemco, AmericanExpress and on the show Treehouse Masters on the Discovery Channel. Look out for George’s exhibition carving and quick carves this year. Said Kenny, “Every year this event, above all others I am involved with, always inspires me to get better. The talent that this show attracts is unsurpassed and respected around the world; it is shows like this that make all the carvers better.” As chainsaw art has moved into the mainstream, many of these carvers have been involved in movie and television parts and shows. Mark Colp has a starring role in TimberKings where he works on large log homes; Steve Bacus has been seen by most of the

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Northwest in the Pemco commercials; George Kenny and Jacob Lucas have been featured on Treehouse masters on Discovery Channel; Bob King has won many titles across the world and done work with Lucas Films of Star Wars fame. Thank you to all the local sponsors who provided water, cash prizes and volunteer time. Contact George at gknwman@yahoo.com for more information.

association has about 600 members and prides itself on an exciting show filled with courageous cowboys and cowgirls from the Pacific Northwest and the best livestock around. The Sedro-Woolley Riding Club is thrilled to welcome back the Skagit Rein Riders equestrian drill team and the Skagit County Mounted Shooters. Keep your eyes peeled for surprise special events! Featured events include grand entry, stick pony races, steer wrestling, barrel racing, tie-down roping, breakaway roping by boys under 16 and women of all ages, team roping where on’t miss the 83rd annual Sedrotwo contestants work together to rope Woolley Rodeo, sanctioned a steer, bareback riding, ranch saddle by Pro-West, hosted by the Sedrobronc riding, bull riding and more. There Woolley Riding Club and sponsored will also be a rodeo clown for the kids. by local businesses. This is thrilling Knut Bell will perform the national entertainment for the whole family! anthem before each show. Tickets Whether it is watching the competitors’ are $10 for adults and $8 for seniors, excitement as they set new personal children and active military members. bests or feeling the frustration as things July 3: Tough Enough to Wear Pink don’t go their way; the Sedro-Woolley Stick Pony Races at 5:30 p.m. and Rodeo Rodeo will keep you on the edge of your at 6 p.m. Stick around for the Knut Bell seat! The show takes place at the rodeo “Dancing in the Dirt” concert after the grounds on Polte Road. show! We will be passing the boot for Contestants push themselves to donations to Skagit Valley hospitals and their physical limits, showing great medical centers to support treatment strength and stamina. The Pro-West and breast cancer research.

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July 4: Slack at 8 a.m. and Rodeo at 2 p.m. The July 4 show will be Red, White and Blue to honor our military and first responders. During this rodeo performance they will be passing the boot for the Cowboy Crisis Fund that supports injured competitors.

Sedro-Woolley Rodeo History

he first Sedro-Woolley rodeo show as part of the Fourth of July celebration in Sedro-Woolley occurred in 1914 and consisted of racing, riding and roping exhibitions; it attracted thousands of spectators from all over the Northwest. Tickets cost less than 50 cents and broncs were saddled in the arena rather than the bucking chutes. The original rodeo continued off and on at the Polte Road location until 1934 when local promoters expanded the celebration into an annual tradition. Today’s rodeo continues the tradition of showing the duties of a working cowboy/cowgirl and his/her duties on the range. For many competitors, rodeo is more than a hobby; it is a career and a way of life. Visit www.sedrowoolleyrodeo.com or contact Sedro-Woolley Riding Club President, Doug Wood, at dougwoodg1@ gmail.com for more information.

Sedro-Woolley Rodeo Queen

he Sedro-Woolley Rodeo named its first queen in 1950, Glenda Rae Aldridge. A queen was chosen consecutively until 1953, followed by a break until 1971; after which it became an annual tradition. The Sedro-Woolley Rodeo queen is an ambassador for the sport of rodeo and the Western way of life; she represents the program with grace, integrity and professionalism. Her reign is a 12-month commitment, running January 1 through December 31. Competition for this title consists

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throughout Washington State based on their knowledge and experience with rodeo but who have no personal knowledge and/or history with any of the contestants. During her reign the Sedro-Woolley Rodeo queen travels to various rodeos, parades, public events, interviews, coronations, and school and charity events throughout Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Canada as approved by the royalty directors and SedroWoolley Rodeo Board. Visit www.sedrowoolleyrodeo. com to find out about rodeo queen event dates such as the horsemanship clinic and royalty trail ride plus contest eligibility and royal duties.

Letter from the 2017 Rodeo Queen My name is Madelyne Vander of horsemanship, public speaking, Kooy and I am from Mount Vernon, interviews, rodeo knowledge, appearance WA, where I am a senior at Mount and personality. Judges are chosen from

Vernon Christian School. I am the oldest of six children; I have two sisters, three brothers, a dog, four horses and three cats. Growing up on our familyowned-and-operated farm has taught me the value of hard work, integrity and teamwork. My dad is a third generation dairyman in Skagit County. He and my uncles run the operation while my grandparents are finally enjoying their well-deserved retirement. It is truly a family operation. We have about 2,400 head of cattle and grow about 1,200 acres of alfalfa, grass and corn. As you can imagine there is never a shortage of work on our farm and everyone in my family is expected to pitch in. I have loved the sport of rodeo for as long as I can remember and have attended the Sedro-Woolley Rodeo since I was able to ride a horse. I have ridden in grand entry for the past couple of years and was able to compete in barrel racing in the 2015 rodeo. This year I am

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honored to represent my favorite rodeo as the Sedro-Woolley Rodeo Queen. I admire those who have served as SedroWoolley Rodeo Queen in the past and I am excited to spend the year promoting the greatest sport on dirt! My goals this year are to be a role model, a trendsetter and to have fun! I am excited to see all of the smiling faces of the community as I serve as an ambassador for a sport that truly exemplifies the Western way of life. Come watch the cowboys and cowgirls kick some dust up and give it their all at the 2017 Sedro-Woolley Rodeo!

Street Dance

he 2017 Street Dance will be held Friday, June 30, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Hammer Heritage Square on the corner of Metcalf and Ferry streets. Bring the whole family out to enjoy the live classic rock and country music of Harvey Creek Band! Each year sees crowds ranging between 100 and 300 people. Harvey Creek Band started out several years ago as a couple of friends playing backyard barbecues. Since those days, they’ve grown to six members and

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stay busy performing at large and small venues, festivals and fairs, weddings and private parties. At heart, though, they remain a group of friends who love the harmonies and stories in country music. The band members are all from Marysville/Arlington area and really enjoy playing for their families, friends and neighbors. Band Members: Joel Johnson, Bob Baugh, Julie Stich, Trent Nunemaker, Hipolito Lammatao, and Brianna Johnson. Each member is multitalented; singing and playing multiple instruments. Like them on Facebook: HarveyCreekBand/

Kiddie Parade

he Kiddie Parade for kids under 12 is a great opportunity to celebrate the creativity of the city’s youth; the event has had about 100 participants per year in recent years. This year’s parade will take place on Saturday, July 1 at 6 p.m. Judging will be handled by a community panel, between 5:15 p.m. and 5:45 p.m. The parade lineup starts at Lemley Chapel then goes down Metcalf Street, turns right on Ferry Street, then right on Murdock Street where the kids stop at the American Legion and the ladies hand out ice cream bars. Parade categories include everything from decorated bicycles to logging. Children are judged in five categories: Best Decorated Bicycle, Best Fairy Tale, Best Group, Best Logger/Farmer, Most Patriotic, Miscellaneous and Mounted / Hand Drawn. Children must be in control of their entry. The grand prize winner has the option to participate in the Grand Parade on July 4. Please visit www.loggerodeo.org for the complete list of entry rules and to download your parade application. Same day registrants are welcome. Contact Sandy Justice with questions at 425-7372908.

“Pancakes for Kids” Breakfast

he annual Sedro-Woolley Schools Foundation fundraiser “Pancakes for Kids” breakfast will be held on July 4, from 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the Sedro-Woolley Senior Center on 715 Pacific Street (next to the library - entrance on the corner of Pacific and State streets). Donation is $5 per person. All proceeds go to the SedroWoolley School District for studentrelated projects, the scholarship fund, equipment and materials. For more information please call Steve Lidgard at 360-855-3832.

Greg Bisbey Logging Exhibition

he Greg Bisbey Logging Exhibition is the longest running Loggerodeo celebration competition in the U.S.; it’s been going for more than 30 years! There will be two show times: July 3 at 2 p.m. and after the Grand Parade on July 4 at 2 p.m. Both shows will be in the vacant lot on the corner of Walley and Warner streets, across from Wood’s Logging Supply. Loggers will utilize the log rolling pond, built for the show in 2014. Thank you to the Sedro-Woolley Masonic Lodge for the use of their lot. Local world champions compete in this fast-paced, adrenaline pumping show! The participants include about ten professional loggers who showcase a “day in the woods” in the 45 minute show. Competitors work in teams of two as Jack and Jack, Jack and Jill or Jill and Jill. Sedro-Woolley High School students will do a show on July 3. The SedroWoolley High School Logging Rodeo team has earned the axe showing state championship title 17 years in a row! Both vintage and modern tools are used in the show and include choker setting, axe throwing, speed climbing LOGGERODEO 2017

2017 Loggerodeo Event Schedule Friday, June 30

Monday, July 3

10 a.m. - noon �� Decorated House Judging 5 p.m. �� Carnival Opens

8 a.m. – 5 p.m. �� Chainsaw Carving Competition, followed by Quick Carve auction

7 p.m. – 10 p.m. �� Street Dance

11 a.m. - 7 p.m. �� Arts & Crafts Fair 11 a.m. �� Carnival Opens

Saturday, July 1

1:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. �� Quick Carve

8 a.m. – 5 p.m. �� Chainsaw Carving Competition, followed by Quick Carve auction

2 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. �� Greg Bisbey Logging Exhibition

11 a.m. - 7 p.m. �� Arts & Crafts Fair

5:30 p.m. – 6 p.m. �� Stick-Pony Races on the Rodeo Grounds 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. �� Pro-West Rodeo followed by the “Dancing in the Dirt” concert

11 a.m. �� Carnival Opens 1:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. �� Quick Carve 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. �� Kiddie Parade (judging from 5:15 p.m. to 5:45 p.m.)

Tuesday, July 4 6 a.m. – 9 a.m. �� “Pancakes for Kids” Breakfast

Sunday, July 2

8 a.m. �� Pro-West Slack event

8 a.m. – 5 p.m. �� Chainsaw Carving Competition, followed by Quick Carve auction

8 a.m. – 1 p.m. �� Chainsaw Carving Competition

11 a.m. - 7 p.m. �� Arts & Crafts Fair

9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. �� Sedro-Woolley Footrace (checkin begins at 7:30 a.m.)

1 p.m. �� Beard Contest

10 a.m. �� Eagles “BBQ in the Parking Lot”

Noon – 6 p.m. �� Eagles Car Show

11 a.m. – 2 p.m. �� Grand Parade

Noon �� Carnival Opens

11 a.m. - 7 p.m. �� Arts & Crafts Fair

1:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. �� Quick Carve

11 a.m. �� Carnival Opens 1:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. �� Carving judging 2 p.m. �� Pro-West Rodeo 2 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. �� Greg Bisbey Logging Exhibition 3 p.m. �� Quick Carve auction followed by awards ceremony 10 p.m. – 11 p.m. �� Fireworks

Loggerodeo contact information: Website: www.loggerodeo.org E-mail: sedrowoolleyloggerodeo@ frontier.com Phone: 360-770-8452

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Event applications can be found on loggerodeo.org under applications. Two ways to turn them in: Mail to: P.O. Box 712, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284 Drop them off at the NEW Loggerodeo office: 727 Murdock St. Unit B. (above the museum)

The T-shirt sale for $15 will be held between June 2 and July 4. Brand new design for this year’s shirts! Last year’s T-shirts are $10. Call 360-770-8452 or check on sedrowolleyloggerodeo. org for times and place to purchase.

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with spurs and belt and hot chainsaw bucking. The double-bucking sawyers are exceptional with cross-cut saws. A variety of saws will be used including the V8 that cuts through a 30 inch log in two seconds, hot saws, chainsaws and manual cross-cut saws. Greg Bisbey grew up in SedroWoolley and says that he “knows everyone’s parents and grand-parents.” He is the Sedro-Woolley Junior High wrestling and track coach. He is also a former world champion for fastest speed climber with a total of seven titles under his belt, won in countries around the world. He still competes in the local show. “I’ve been competing and doing residential tree care since 1973 – taking down or securing ‘danger trees’ around homes – through my business, Bisbey Tree Care…It’s a dangerous business but I enjoy it so much…” Contact Greg Bisbey at 360-7243444 for more information.

Sedro-Woolley Rotary Footrace

Sedro-Woolley Rotary board for about eight years and says “it’s a fun, not too serious, community event.” The 5.17-Mile Race and 2-Mile he 40th annual Rotary Footrace Fun Run/Walk are accurately-measured will be held Tuesday, July 4, at 9:30 and well-policed, attracting almost 700 a.m. sharp. Check-in and same day participants each year. Both races travel registration are 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the along the Fourth of July Grand Parade Sedro-Woolley High School gym. Cost is route. The middle section of the 5.17$25; shirts are $10, while supplies last. mile race runs along the Skagit River Pre-registration: Visit while the 2-mile course goes to the www.loggerodeo.org or www. 1-mile turnaround and returns to the sedrowoolleyfootrace.com for the start/finish line. Cash prizes are awarded registration form. Cost is $25 including to the top three men and top three shirt. Mail or drop off registration forms women in each race. to the Janicki Logging Office located at Ages 14 and under and 70 and 103 N. Township St. over are free (t-shirt not included) but The races are sponsored by must register day-of-race and receive Loggerodeo, Sedro-Woolley Rotary and a race number. If you want a t-shirt we Skagit Runners. The footrace has been a recommend pre-registering and taking Rotary project for years; rotary members your entry form to the Sedro-Woolley “man” the street corners along the race Chamber of Commerce office by 5 p.m., routes along with other organizational Friday, July 1, to purchase a t-shirt for tasks. Kyle Rutherford has been on the $10. Parking is available on the south side of the high school athletic field to avoid conflicts with parade activities. Please do not park in the gym parking lot. For additional Information contact Kyle Rutherford at 360-856-4465.

The Sedro-Woolley Eagles Club FOE #2069 Events

he Sedro-Woolley Eagles Club prides itself on being “people helping people.” It supports local agencies who protect and serve the community including police and firefighters, provides funding for medical research in areas such as kidney disease, spinal cord injuries, diabetes and Alzheimer’s and raises money to donate to the local food banks, families in need, the boys and girls club, and academic and sports scholarships. All public is welcome; both events will feature membership drives. For more information please call the SedroWoolley Eagles Club at 360-855-0530.

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Barbecue in the Parking Lot The Sedro-Woolley Eagles Club is hosting a barbecue in its parking lot at 1000 Metcalf Street on Tuesday, July 4 at 10 a.m. There will be hamburgers, hot dogs, french fries and more with all profits going to the Sedro-Woolley Boys and Girls Club.

The “People Helping People” Classic Car Show The Sedro-Woolley Eagles Club is hosting a classic car show on Sunday, July 2. The show will shut down south Metcalf Street from State Street. Registration is at 11 a.m. and costs only $15; the show runs from noon to 6 p.m. There will be live music, prizes awarded by independent judges, plus a 50/50 drawing and raffle tickets. Complementing the show will be a barbecue in the Eagles Club parking lot at 1000 Metcalf Street with hamburgers, hot dogs and french fries.

Beard Contest

it indefinitely. With support from the Sedro-Woolley police chiefs, the contest The annual beard contest is one of has grown quite a bit in the last few the oldest Fourth of July events in Sedroyears - from a few contestants in 2013 up Woolley and around the country; it’s to 31 in 2014, 26 in 2015 and 23 in 2016. been going since the 1930s! The eclectic Last year’s winner was Matt Waters of event, organized by Brett Sandstrom, will Sedro-Woolley. be on Sunday, July 2, at 1 p.m. in front of Brett took over the Beard Contest the Sedro-Woolley Museum. Contestants when he was on the board of the should arrive by 12:30 p.m. to get their museum in July 2006. He has been a name on the list. The museum will be Loggerodeo board member since 2005. open between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. HandPlease contact Loggerodeo at 360-770designed buttons will be passed out to 8452 for more information. contestants and a few lucky spectators before the show. Come to see a great selection of beards including Red, White and Blue dyed beards, thick, long, short and scraggly beards. There will be plenty of prizes for surprise categories. Starting in June 2014, then SedroWoolley Police Chief, Doug Wood, allowed his police officers to grow a beard for the Beard Contest. The current police chief, Lin Tucker, allowed it again in 2015 and has since decided to allow

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Meet the 2017 Carvers The 2017 Chainsaw Carving Championship will see 14 world-class carvers face off against each other in this exciting weekend event. Don’t miss the talent! The 18th annual Oregon Divisional Chainsaw Carving Championship winner will be offered the 14th spot on the list of carvers. The Oregon event takes place over Father’s Day weekend, June 17-18.

Steve Backus E-mail: bigshot@ whidbey.com Phone: 360-579-3574 Backus, 58, has been carving for more than 40 years. For the first 30 years he carved hundreds of stumps in people’s yards. He has setup shop at the Puyallup Fair since the beginning of his carving career but generally buyers must schedule an appointment to purchase Steve’s work. Steve was born on a dark and stormy night from the union of a beautiful Celtic princess and a wild young logger. He was raised by a friendly tribe of Sasquatch on the wet side of the dark and forested land of the Olympic Peninsula. With access to some of the largest trees on earth, he was introduced to chainsaw carving by his mother’s family. His mom, Judy McVay, is a chain saw artist and so are his brothers, sister, uncles, cousins, sons and daughter. After migrating to the isle of Whidbey in the center of the Salish Sea in 1975, the tribe helped found the humble beginnings of the new American folk art known as chainsaw carving; indigenous to the Pacific Northwest. A devastating fire burnt the business to the ground but out of the ashes each individual rebounded 22 LOGGERODEO 2017

and developed their own carving style; going on to educate the world about the then infant art form of carving. In 1981 the Puyallup Fair asked Steve’s uncle if he could help them put on a carving contest. He agreed and so the fair hosted the very first chainsaw carving competition in the world. Four of Steve’s relatives were in that event, which had 17 total competitors. There was a Backus family member involved in every chainsaw carving contest in the Pacific Northwest until 1990. That’s when Pat McVay and Steve Backus started the Westport competition, also known as the Big One. Rocky McArthur participated in 1994 before returning to SedroWoolley to start the Loggerodeo’s Chainsaw Carving Championship in 1996. These days Steve lives in a gated four-acre compound along a woodsy road in Clinton on Whidbey Island. An

eclectic mix of carved faces, figures and signs line about 300 feet of fence on his property. He began hanging carvings on his fence more than 20 years ago. Steve has carved in well over two hundred competitions and has appeared in a few reality TV shows as well as being featured in the 2008 Roadside Chainsaw Carver TV commercial for PEMCO Insurance called “We’re A Lot Like You. A Little Different.” Said Backus, “Chainsaw contests are much loved in the Pacific Northwest these days and the Sedro-Woolley competition is one of the most respected and well run contests in the world at this time. I am honored to attend as a competitor against some of the most steely-eyed professionals in the business today!” Backus organizes competitions around the region and invites visiting carvers to stay at his compound. He generously shares carving equipment with his guests. He has traveled as far as England and Germany to participate in events. He considers his luck to be very good: “to have worked at this independent art form, both as a living and a passion for a lifetime, and I ain’t done yet.”

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Alexandru Pricob E-mail: Alexdoesart82@gmail.com Alex was born and raised in a small village in the Eastern European country of Moldova. He was an artist from an early age, starting with a love of drawing cartoon characters. In later years he expanded into oil painting on canvas. In 2007, he moved his family to the United States in search of a better life. They settled in Renton, Washington. “In the summer of 2009, I went to a wood carving show in Ocean Shores and fell in love with what I saw. I went home and tried to do some wood carvings myself, and I thought they turned out very good. Since then, I have been carving sculptures out of lumber, using the chainsaw”, he said. Alex went on to win second place in the semi-pro division in Ocean Shores; first place for the most money maker; and first place for the quick carve. In 2015, Alexandru won second place for carvings bringing in the most money at the carving festival in Arlington, Washington. He has participated in many street fairs, wood carving shows and competitions. In December 2016, Alex and business partner Don Benson opened a shop in McKenna, WA, east of Yelm, to carve and sell their art. They are slowly turning it into a carving studio.

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Don Benson Web: www.urbanwildlifeart.com Phone: 360-705-1137 E-mail: dfbenson@gmail.com Raised in Shelton, Washington, Benson participated in his first carving competition in 2011. Don was initially inspired by his father-in-law in 2006 before becoming a full-time carver in 2008. Said Don, “I like the people and the competition. Every time I participate in a contest I learn new techniques and grow in the art form.” Benson won the Reedsport Carving Contest in 2013 as a semi-pro and has since moved into the professional division. “I look forward to competing against the best and growing in my craft”, said Benson. In December 2016, Don and business partner Alex Pricob opened a shop in McKenna, WA, east of Yelm, to carve and sell their art. They are slowly turning it into a carving studio. Don spent a significant part of his younger life in the forests of the Olympic Peninsula where he worked with his father and mother in the logging industry; he also spent time harvesting many of the plants native to the region. His artistic interests range from sketching to candle making, martial arts and singing. Don and his wife enjoy being surrounded by the forest and local wildlife in Tumwater where they reside with their three children. He said that somehow, “in the noise of the chainsaw and the silence of the forest I have found myself.”

Jeff Samudosky E-mail: jmswoodsculpture@yahoo.com Jeff Samudosky was honored with a second place award for Best Overall Carver in the 2014 carving competition. Born and raised in Shelton, Connecticut, Jeff studied art and photography in high school. After graduating, he traveled the continent as an Outward Bound instructor, ice climber and whitewater rafting guide. In Jackson Hole, Wyoming he trained as an Alpine mountaineering guide and became certified as a wilderness emergency medical technician. That was also the place where his life changed drastically. A crash while snowboarding left Jeff with a broken back and no feeling in his legs but after eight months of painful recovery, he was back on his feet. While visiting Vermont in the late 1990s, he noticed some wood carvings along the side of a road. He thought, “I could do that” and that was the beginning of J.M.S. Wood Sculpture, located off of Highway 16. The business has allowed Jeff to live around the country and travel all over the

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world participating in competitions and becoming involved in the carving community. When he isn’t travelling he resides in Gig Harbor, Washington. Jeff was filmed in the first chainsaw reality show: SAW DOGS which aired on the Discovery Channel. He was featured as the animal anatomy specialist in two episodes: “Race to the Finish” and “First Breath”.

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and entered as a professional, taking eighth place among 30 of the best carvers in the world. In 2015, Lucas was invited by Bob King to go to Mulda, Germany as his partner to represent the U.S.A. in the Huskycup Worldcup Championship Invitational chainsaw carving competition against teams from five other countries. The assignment was to create a hunting scene from each group’s country of origin before the age of firearms; they carved a Native American rearing up on a horse and spearing a full sized bison, which took

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Web: www.chainsawart.org Phone: 253-223-1432 E-mail: carveandburn@yahoo. com A resident of Bonney Lake, Washington; Jacob Lucas has been carving since 2004. Throughout the years he has worked in many mediums such as drawing, clay sculpture, digital design, glass blowing and chainsaw art. Carving became a dream of Jacob’s when his grandmother bought some cute carved bears at the local fair. “At age 13 I thought it was something I could do so I saved my money from working in a lawnmower repair shop and purchased a small saw.” His dreams were soon cut short when two weeks later the new saw was stolen from the garage. Being only 13, Lucas pretty much wrote off becoming a carver. Eleven years later his grandmother read an article in the paper about a carver and reminded Jacob of his dream so long ago. She offered to buy him a new saw and from then on he has been hooked. A few years in, Jacob decided to try competitive carving; he entered the Reed Sport Divisional in Oregon, taking second place in the semi-pro category. He returned the next year

second place overall. Jacob also won second place in the 2015 People’s Choice award at the 3rd annual McKenzie River Chainsaw & Arts Festival. Lucas has been featured in many carving articles. He spent three summers sculpting 16 trees over 12 feet tall for the City of Bridgeport next to the Chief Joseph Dam in Eastern Washington, 30 miles south of Omak; he now has 30 sculptures in the town. Jacob also has a few sculptures on display in the City of Chelan and carved a 10-foot tall nutcracker for the City of Leavenworth that is located in the center of town across from the Leavenworth Nutcracker Museum. Jacob carves full time and takes custom orders. He likes to say “I love to make people smile with my art.”

Ryan Anderson Facebook: /ryanshauna.anderson.9 Ryan was honored with a third place award for Best Overall Carver in the 2014 carving competition. He is the performing artist for Sculptures In Motion and has been sculpting professionally since 2006. He is one of the youngest amongst his competitors, yet he is a force to be reckoned with. Growing up in Reedsport, Oregon, Ryan displayed artistic abilities. He was introduced to chainsaw carving just shortly after turning 16 and became hooked on the art. Ryan started his chainsaw carving career in June of 2005 after being apprenticed by Tracie Brittenfield of Packwood, Washington. After graduating from Reedsport High School in 2007, Ryan began carving full time and attending more competitions. Ryan worked under Mark Colp during

Mark Colp Facebook: /mark.colp E-mail: markcolp@hotmail.com Mark Colp was born in Alberta, Canada, and is proud to make chainsaw wood sculpting his life. He became a professional chainsaw sculptor right out of high school; 2017 makes 35 years in the business. Mark has a long list of accomplishments and is an

the winters of 2007 through 2011 learning more of the trade, which has been hugely beneficial to Ryan’s sculpting career. In 2008, he placed first all four days in the semi-pro quick carve event at the Reedsport Chainsaw Carving Competition. This was followed by a second place finish in the semi-pro main event and two second place finishes in the quick carve at the Ocean Shores competition. He has competed award winning wood sculptor with a shop in Lakeport, California. His long list of awards includes winning the chainsaw carving invitational grand championship in New Mexico in 2013; winning the Redwood Regional in Ukiah, California in 2014; and first place at Reedsport Oregon 2015 Albuquerque Fiesta Cup. Mark was featured on seven out

in many international events including the English Open where he took second place. He was a highlighted carver on the reality show “Saw-Dogs”. In 2009 at the age of just 20, Ryan was invited to represent top of the line power equipment manufacturer Husqvarna. To this day Ryan creates a one-of-a-kind experience with inspiring sculptures using Husqvarna’s power tools. Anderson enjoys a good challenge and using his imagination to come up with some very unique pieces of art. He also enjoys inspiring his fellow artists with his skills and techniques to help others learn the craft. Ryan credits his success to the selfless dedication of his family, friends and many of his fellow carvers that were willing to inspire him and help guide him along the way.

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Bob King Phone: 253-686-8983 Web: www.chainsawking.com Facebook: /ChainsawKing Bob started carving in the fall of 1998 after seeing a local carver at the fair. He worked at Boeing and carved on the side until he was laid off, which prompted his move into full-time carving. He is now the owner of “Bear Necessities Sculpture, LLC” where he keeps busy filling orders for both private and corporate customers. King entered his first competition after carving only three bears and has been competing ever since. Bob was one of the original members of the Echo-USA Carving Team; having been asked to join in 2005. King is the main carver for Burton Snow Boards, handling their custom jumps for snow board runs. He has traveled to Daytona

for Bike Week, carved at the Pocono 500 in Pennsylvania, participated in Harley Davidson’s 105th anniversary celebration in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and worked in conjunction with Lucas Films and Disney to build a beginner snowboarders training center at Jay Peak Resort in Vermont featuring the Toy Story characters and Sierra Resort featuring life size Star Wars characters; fun opportunities he would have probably never experienced if not for his sponsorship. In 2010 Bob was honored with a star in the Carvers Walk of Fame in Mulda, Germany, for winning more competitions than anyone in the world! Bob was honored with a fourth place award for Best Overall Carver in the 2014 Loggerodeo carving competition. His winning carving was then purchased by Loggerodeo and donated as a memorial to the town of Oso for the mudslide. In 2015 Bob won first place in the People’s Choice award at the 3rd annual McKenzie River Chainsaw & Arts Festival. He has been invited to represent the United States in competitions in Germany, England, Scotland, Denmark, Holland and Canada. He lives in Edgewood, Washington and carves all around the United States while not at home or traveling abroad. You can follow his travels on both his website and Facebook page. Basically a self-taught carver, Bob continues to grow in this art form by learning from other artists and pushing himself to try new things. Bob carves anything from realistic wildlife sculptures to scenes from life as he sees it. Once again this year holds some fun adventures in wood sculpture and connecting with people. Bob looks forward to new experiences and catching up with friends and family along the way.

Jason Smathers E-mail: jasonsmathers32@yahoo.com Phone: 360-346-0084 Jason Smathers is 40 years old and lives in Bonney Lake, Washington, with his wife Lanette and 10-year-old son Carver. He started carving in 2003 with his father in North Carolina’s Great Smoky Mountains; he travels back to North Carolina several times a year to carve in his memory. Jason enjoys carving a range of themes but especially woodland and nautical; he is best known for his raccoon carvings. Jason opened his business, “Cutting Edge Carvings,” in 2012. 28 LOGGERODEO 2017

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Davey Gagne Web: www.chipsaflyin.com Phone: 360-561-3335 Davey Gagne is a self-taught carver who has been working with wood since he was about 13-years-old. After attending the big show at Westport he fell in love with carving. Davey keeps himself very busy; he builds custom homes and runs his carving business, Chips-A-Flying’. When asked what he enjoys most about the Loggerodeo event, Gagne responded, “A little bit of everything – the parade is always cool, it is a throwback with a generational influence and it works people up for the Loggerodeo.” Gagne also used to ride bulls and participate in the rodeo event in the Sedro-Woolley Loggerodeo. Gagne added, “It’s really fun to come back and

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elebrating its 25th anniversary in summer 2017, the Sedro-Woolley museum is a cherished resource for international visitors and Sedro-Woolley residents alike. The organization enjoys broad local support; most items on display were donated by members of the community and the museum is operated by an all-volunteer staff. In October 2016 Patty Boettcher took over as president while long-time museum President Carolyn Freeman assumed the roles of executive director and treasurer. Patty was a loyal museum volunteer for more than ten years before joining the board in 2013 which led to her transition to president. The Sedro-Woolley Museum celebrates the city’s frontier history, boasting several set exhibits including a re-creation of a frontier town with a barn and a main street with post office, jail, newspaper office and dental office. There are displays with old machines and equipment, logging exhibits, a tribute to community military members and pictures of the infamous bank robbery of 1914. Volunteers are working on a new exhibit about Skagit steel and iron workers. The museum continues its process of converting the library into a research library; all books and newspapers will be catalogued so that information about Sedro-Woolley’s history can be accessed more easily. The gift shop sells books 32 LOGGERODEO 2017

from local authors, local artwork on consignment, plus dolls, toys and books donated by community members. There are good deals to be found such as quilting books for $10. The museum’s annual membership drive is in January but people are welcome to join in person or online throughout the year. There is also a model railroad setup all year that runs fully on special occasions. The annual model railroad open house in February attracts local railroad enthusiasts.

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Sedro-Woolley Museum will celebrate The Magic of Lantern Slide from 1914 with an open house from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sunday, September 10: Sponsored by the Modified Lifestyles club and the Sedro-Woolley Museum, the Classic Car Show will be held at Riverfront Park, at the Skagit River, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The show features about 350 cars from British Columbia to Seattle, depending on the weather. Cars start arriving at 8 a.m. for registration. The community picnic is a SedroWoolley Museum fundraiser, held at Riverfront Park from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Lunch can be purchased for $5 and includes a hot dog, chips, brownie and a drink. Check in day of picnic to see if there will be kids’ games and activities from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Visit the Spirits: October 13-14, 2017 Actor and paranormal investigator Chad Lindberg will return for a discussion about visiting the spirits

Come celebrate the Sedro-Woolley Museum’s 25th anniversary with an open house. Contact the museum for event details.

Founders’ Day Weekend: September 9 and 10, 2017 Originally created as a familyfriendly fundraiser for the SedroWoolley Museum and nick-named the “the big car-show at the park”, Founders’ Day has come a long way since its debut in 1994. Visit www. sedro-woolleymuseum.com for more information. Saturday, September 9: The Skagit Publishing LLC

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