In This Issue - Prairieland Park

In This Issue
Front page
AGM Meeting Highlights
Welcome - New Staff or Returning Staff
Employer of Choice - since 2010
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APRIL - JUNE 2012
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What’s NEW at Marquis
Gardenscape News
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Ag Centre News
Equine Expo in Saskatoon
Saskatoon EX
George Thorogood
Back page
Upcoming Events
Welcome - New Staff
or Returning Staff to
Prairieland Park:
Alyx Drabiuk - P/T Food & Beverage
Supervisor
Greg Hartz - returning in May as our Food
& Beverage seasonal Supervisor
Marc Yuzdepski - Assistant Manager
Sports on Tap
Saskatoon Prairieland Park Corporation
Box 6010 Saskatoon, SK S7K 4E4
Physical Address:
503 Ruth Street West Saskatoon, SK S7M 0G7
Telephone: 306-931-7149
Toll Free: 1-888-931-9333
Fax: 306-931-7886
E-mail: [email protected]
2012 Annual General Meeting
The Annual General Meeting of the Saskatoon Prairieland Park Corporation was
held Wednesday, April 18, 2012.
Results of the election for the Board of Directors to serve the 2012 – 2013 term:
Jack Brodsky – Chair
Trevor Forrest – Vice Chair – re-elected Board member
Orest Chorneyko – newly elected Board member
Stu Irvine – re-elected Board member
Brian Rossnagel – re-elected Board member
Don Hrapchak
Stuart McDowell
Daymond Volk
Dwight Buchholz
Larry Sommerfeld
Adele Buettner – Past President
Bev Dubois - City of Saskatoon representative
Newly elected Chair of the Board, Jack Brodsky commented, “Prairieland Park
has been an icon in our community for 125 years. It is truly an honor for me to be
Chair of the Board and I look forward to continuing in the strong tradition of those
who have gone before me.”
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We’re off to the Races…….May 25th!
An exciting jam-packed race season will be kicking off on Friday,
May 25 with Thoroughbred racing taking to the track. As in the
past – racing will be on Friday and Saturday evenings starting
at 7:05 p.m. The horse population will once again be strong
in 2012, and with 13 to 14 jockeys arriving from Trinidad and
Jamaica, it will make for very competitive and interesting racing
along with some fantastic wagering opportunities throughout the
season. The focal point of the Thoroughbred racing season will
be the $25,000 - Saskatchewan Derby to be run on Saturday,
September 8. For reservations to the Terrace Dining Room or
Marquis Cookhouse contact Dana Miller at 683-8839.
* Be sure to book early!
Additional information about the racing program and features can be found at www.marquisdowns.com.
Silk’s will now offer the convenience of soup and salad, plus sandwiches made to order.
Extensive renovations to The Concession will be completed by the beginning of the race season. The menu will include
burgers, chicken fingers, chicken breast burgers, ribs, fries, and rings. Popcorn and ice cream will also be served from the
concession for the convenience of our clients.
NEW to Marquis Downs is a permanent bar on the tarmac - ‘The Lucky Horseshoe’, a walk up bar, serving beer,
coolers, hard liquor, including specialty drinks.
Terrace - Experience fine dining combined with the adrenaline rush of the sport of Thoroughbred racing. Our expert staff at
Marquis are dedicated to making a ‘night at the races’ a memorable experience. From appetizers through to the main course,
we dedicate ourselves to ensuring that your experience will leave you racing back! Enhance your dining experience with our
‘Finishing Line’ dessert and leave satisfied.
Cookhouse - Want to experience the adrenaline of live racing with an exceptional meal? Then consider visiting the Marquis
Downs Cookhouse. Located right beside the track, the Cookhouse offers a stimulation for senses: see the dirt fly – hear the
thunder of the hooves – feel your heart racing as the crowd cheers – smell your dinner coming off the BBQ. Here’s an opportunity
to book your company, family or private party while having the fun and excitement of live Thoroughbred
racing. Our experienced and qualified staff will offer you an exceptional service of food and beverage that will make your event
unforgettable.
BBQ pit – love the smell of a BBQ?
Then stop by the Marquis Downs BBQ pit and grab a burger hot off the grill.
The 23rd Annual Gardenscape was another great success with more
than 25,000 people attending the three day event. This year’s show featured 7 display
gardens, and 180,000 square feet of trade show space. These display gardens were
spectacular with trees in full leaf and plants in full bloom. The 2013 event will be held
March 22, 23, and 24.
For more details visit www.gardenscapeshow.ca
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RECORD CROWDS ATTEND THE
INAGURAL SASKATCHEWAN EQUINE
EXPO IN SASKATOON
In excess of 9,000 horse enthusiasts passed through the doors
at Saskatoon Prairieland Park for the inaugural Saskatchewan
Equine Expo in Saskatoon, February 17-19, 2012. The three
day event featured educational seminars presented by the
Western College of Veterinary Medicine, 3 world renowned
clinicians, breeds on display, an industry trade show, Trainers
Challenge, and on Saturday evening the Equine Extravaganza
that thrilled a standing room only audience.
Superpass
presale starts
June 18, 2012
at:
August 7 - 12
&
www.saskatoonexhibition.ca
Ag Centre
The spring and summer season is well underway and we look
forward to our full slate of events throughout the next few
months.
The Trainer’s Challenge, sponsored by NAERIC, showcased
the talents of three outstanding horse trainers - Dale Clearwater
from Hanley, Saskatchewan, Cain Quam from Kendal,
Saskatchewan, and Kade Mills from Innisfail, Alberta. All three
amazing horseman thrilled the crowd during each session with
their individual skills. At the end of the event, hometown favorite
Dale Clearwater was awarded the championship title.
Clinics presented by Olympic Dressage Champion Gina Smith,
Centered Riding Instructor Sue Leffler, and International Reining
Champion Shawna Sapergia were a big hit with spectators
and pre-registered students alike. The industry trade show far
exceeded expectations with vendors indicating they will be back
next year, and many requesting additional space and additional
trade show days.
Western Canadian Livestock Expo
April 13 & 14
Livestock Expo provides exhibitors and patrons an opportunity
to network and learn about the most up-to-date technology
in the pork and dairy industries. The 2012 event will feature
show ring competitions for Holstein animals as well as a
Junior show and a select sale of live animals and embryos.
The trade show will be held in Ag Centre.
Prairieland Horseback Cowdog Trial &
Working Cowboy Competition
May 5 & 6
On Saturday, May 5 cowboys, cowgirls, & their working
stock dogs will demonstrate how the Border Collie can be a
beneficial to a working ranch operation. On Sunday, May 6,
cowboy and cowgirl teams of 3 will compete in events such
as cattle sorting, ranchhand race, cattle rustling & pasture
treating. The teams will be auctioned and a print will be raffled
with all proceeds going to the Children’s Hospital Foundation.
Coming in May!
A show highlight was the Equine Extravaganza held on Saturday
evening. The crowd that gathered in the Prairieland Park
Ag Centre was overwhelming and far exceeded organizers’
expectations. The event demonstrated the diversity of different
horse breeds and disciplines. The audience was amazed by
the speed and accuracy of the Mounted Shooters Association
demonstration, as well as awed by the beauty of Clydesdales
in an 8-horse hitch.
For further information on the Saskatchewan Equine Expo
visit www.saskatchewanequineexpo.com.
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Upcoming Events
April
Molson Beer Academy Seminar - April 19
Badge Shield Star Recognition Dinner - April 19
PQHB Futurity Show & Performance Horse Sale - April 20 - 22
FCL Spring Buymart and Toy Show - April 21 - 23
May
duPont Canada - May 1
Dog’s Breakfast - May 3
The Hub City Kennel and Obedience Club - May 4 - 6
Dow Agro Driving Course - May 4
Walter Murray Aftergrad - May 4
Sysco Business Review - May 4
Cdn Condominium Institute - May 5
Horseback Cowdog Trial & Working Cowboy Competition - May 5 - 6
Sysco Business Review - May 8 - 10
C of S Human Resources Luncheon - May 9
Matrix Client Event - May 10
Saskatoon Community Foundation Luncheon - May 10
Johnathan Field Horsemanship Clinic Course 1 - May 10 - 12
Hanti & Markos Wedding - May 10 - 11
Saskatoon Roller Derby - May 12
June
Federation of Canadian Municipalities - June 3
“Taste and Feel” of Vancouver - June 3
SPPC Directors Board Governance Session - June 4
Saskatoon Health Region Service Recognition - June 5
Sask Conference of the United Church of Canada - June 7 - 9
CRNE Writings - June 6
Betty-Ann Heggie Womentorship Program - June 7
College of Medicine - Convocation/Advancement Reception June 7
MCC Auction -June 8 - 9
City of Saskatoon Truck Roadeo - June 12 - 13
Sysco Business Review - June 12 - 14
SRC Day Awards - June 13
Federated Co-op Gala Night - April 22
Saskatoon Premier’s Dinner - April 26
33rd Annual S’toon Men’s Ducks Unlimited Banquet - April 27
Titanic Gala - Private Event - April 28
Bayer Crop Science - April 30 - May 2
Toon-Town Auto Swap Meet - May 12
Minifest V11 - May 12
Johnathan Field Horsemanship Clinic Course 2 - May 13 - 15
Leave a Legacy Saskatoon Luncheon - May 16
SABEX Awards - May 17
Annual Ceremonial Review - May 24
Bridal Wedding - May 19
Top of the Hops - May 24 - May 26
George Thorogood and the Destroyers - May 24
Special Event - May 24
Pharmachoice - May 27
Annual Ceremonial Review - May 26
City of Saskatoon Parks Orientation - May 28
Saskatoon Shrine Circus - May 30 - June 3
C of S Parks Branch Breakfast - May 31
HBPA Awards Banquet - May 31
Saskatoon Health Region Service Recognition - June 14
Saskatoon Hot Tub and Swim Spa Expo - June 14 - 17
SIIT Convocation - June 15
Truth and Reconciliation Commission Gathering - June 21 - 25
Saskatoon 4-H Beef Achievement Day - June 23
River Valley 4H Light Horse Club Achievement Day - June 24
St. Joseph High School Grad Banquet - June 27
BJM Graduation Banquet - June 27
BJM Chem Free Aftergrad - June 27
Marian Graham Graduation Banquet & Ceremony - June 28
Holy Cross Graduation Banquet - June 28
Bethlehem High School Graduation - June 28
Walter Murray Collegiate - 50th Ann./Reunion - June 29 - 30
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