05/13/2026
We heard from several guests that our loud speakers weren't working during the presentation of some honors at The Pine Belt Round-Up this year.
One new segment of our big day is the presentation of Silver Spurs to our staff member of the year and volunteer of the year.
For anyone who missed it, here is an excerpt from the presentation made at the rodeo:
"A horse person who can use spurs correctly, gently, and with fairness to a horse can form a deep partnership with that horse through clear communication. This year we begin the tradition of presenting silver spurs to the volunteer of the year and the staff member of the year. These people have ridden more horses, worked more hours, and given more of themselves to the cause than anyone else. This year these two honors go to the same person. She volunteers countless hours, is on staff and works tirelessly. She rides almost every horse in the barn, knows them so well, and they love her as much as she loves them. Volunteer of the year and staff member of the year, 2026, go to Shaelynn Chandler. Congratulations, Shae. You have earned your spurs!"
