The Ouray County Rodeo Association is a 501c3 Non-Profit Organization based in Ouray County, Colorado.

It was originally formed in 1982 as the Ouray County Sheriff's Posse.

It was later re-formed as the Ouray County Rodeo Association.

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The Labor Day Rodeo has been ongoing since 1917 and the Rodeo Association hosts it annually. With the help of Ouray County and a very generous donor, the Association was able to complete the construction of a Rough Stock/Equestrian Arena in 2014. Making the Ouray County Fairgrounds one of the largest outdoor arenas in Colorado.

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The Rodeo Association goals include keeping our Western heritage alive and healthy, supporting our community, and giving back to our youth. 

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