Chuckwagon Races

• Changes to chuckwagon races at Calgary Stampede may reduce tragedy on the track

  The adrenaline-fuelled chuckwagon races are a huge draw. But before they hit the track Friday night, drivers tested out new protocols to make sure it's as safe as possible.

  Features

  Jul 7, 2022
  
• Calgary Stampede chuckwagon tarp auction returns

  After the bidding wraps up, attendees will be the first to experience an afterparty from the event that features Canadian County Music Hall of Fame singer Charlie Major.

  Economy

  Apr 12, 2022
  
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• Chuckwagon races return to Calgary Stampede

  You'll feel the earth shake at the Calgary Stampede once again. The chuckwagon races return after a two-year hiatus when the greatest outdoor show on earth kicks off July 8.

  Canada

  Feb 10, 2022
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• Chuckwagon drivers thankful for High River races as Calgary Stampede cancels Rangeland Derby

  High River will be be hosting two weekends of chuckwagon racing next month in an event called the Battle of the Foothills.

  Canada

  Jun 25, 2021
• Pamela Anderson calls on Alberta premier to end chuckwagon races

  Canadian-born actress and animal rights activist Pamela Anderson has sent a letter to Alberta Premier Jason Kenney and his agriculture minister urging them to end chuckwagon races.

  Entertainment

  Jul 25, 2019
• Animal rights group plans to protest Manitoba Stampede

  A group called Manitoba Animal Save announced its intentions Friday to picket the Manitoba Stampede and Exhibition, which takes place over the weekend in Morris, Man.

  Entertainment

  Jul 19, 2019
• Protesters demand end to chuckwagon races, rally outside Alberta premier’s office

  Six horses died competing in the chuckwagon races at this year's Calgary Stampede.

  Canada

  Jul 16, 2019
• COMMENTARY: Calgary Stampede has an opportunity to do chuckwagons right

  After six horses died during the 2019 Calgary Stampede's chuckwagon races, the debate over the sport is back.

  Jul 16, 2019
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• 3 more horses euthanized at Calgary Stampede’s chuckwagon races Sunday

  The Calgary Stampede called the incident “upsetting” and said it will be initiating a thorough review process surrounding chuckwagon safety following the recent deaths.

  Canada

  Jul 15, 2019
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• Horse injured at Calgary Stampede’s ‘half mile of hell’ Friday night

  Another horse was injured at the Calgary Stampede's chuckwagon races on Friday night on a track often referred to as the "half mile of hell."

  Sports

  Jul 12, 2019