Tuesday, November 9, 2010

The DRA Will Celebrate the 85th Annual Convention

The Dude Ranchers' Association will celebrate the 85th Annual DRA Convention in 2011.  The Convention is being held in Tucson, Arizona at the Tanque Verde Guest Ranch, January 19th - 23rd, 2011.  The Associations' ranch members, Associate members and many great vendors attend this event..the largest attended DRA Event of the Year.
The Association's original membership of thirty-five ranches from the Yellowstone area has now grown to 100 +member ranches in 12 western states and two Canadian provinces. In spite of this growth, the Association today remains dedicated to preserving the beauty, natural resources, and the original western ranch experiences that attracted the first visitors. Within this context, the Association has produced industry standards, a common means for promoting dude ranch vacations, and a single source for the exchange of ideas and information.

True to its roots, The Dude Ranchers' Association is still a diverse group, composed of cattle ranches who accept paying guests and mountain top lodges that offer a ranch atmosphere. All preserve the open warmth and hospitality of the first ranches and allow for the original western ranch experience by requiring an extended stay. The formation of lasting bonds and memories still brings families back to ranches generation after generation. This is truly a living testimony to the timelessness of the values and standards of the original dude ranchers. Today, as it did over a century ago, the western dude ranch experience offers relief for both the body and spirit of those seeking refuge from the pressures and routine of modern life.  A Dude Ranch Vacation is....the Original Western Vacation!
The 85th Annual Convention Highlights:

  • 3 Day Convention with 2 Day Vendor Show
  • Build lasting relationships with all DRA Members!
  • Seminars
  • Round-Table Discussions 
  • Marketing Tips & Trends
  • State of the Association 
  • Ranch To Ranch Discussion
  • Casino Night with Coaches for Charity
  • The White Stallion Team Penning Calcutta and Competition
  • Horse Safety Courses on Wednesday & Sunday
  • The Infamous Pigeon Rolling
  • More Entertainment
  • 20+ Vendors
  • Food, Family, Friends & FUN!
  • Annual Educational Trust Banquet & Auction
For more information please contact the DRA office at info@duderanch.org or 866-399-2339!



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