crooked creek cattle co.
2025 Rendezvous Complete!
Another 4C Rendezvous to honor and preserve our Western heritage is complete!
In spite of a bit of unexpected adversity, we had a blast sharing it all with you. This year was a big step up for the Rendezvous with the addition of the Songwriters Competition.
We are “recharging the batteries” as they say and preparing a more detailed update, pictures, etc. Please check the Rendezvous page (button below) or one of our social media feeds, Instagram, Facebook, and X, (links at bottom) for real-time details and discussion.
Here are a few pics for now. Most images provided by Crooked Creek Candids Photography (Facebook)
Please share your thoughts on how we can improve the Rendezvous event on our Contact Page
More than just a race
it’s a celebration of grit, tradition,
and generations coming together.
The Origin Story
The race was started by Randi when she was 63 years old. Wanting to race “one last time,” she invited others to join her for fun — no rules, no formality, just community. The first race had five horses. By year two, it had tripled. Now, it’s an annual tradition that keeps growing.
The Races
Youngsters lead race
Walking Race
Pony Race
Beginners Race
Sprint Race
Family Race
Long Race
Trotting Race
Surprise race
What's New in 2025
august 15th-17th
This year’s Rendezvous brings new traditions
& even bigger moments.
Honoring Gail Tillett-Good
This year’s event is dedicated to Gail — a lifelong rider and leader whose legacy runs deep in the Crooked Creek story.
The Final Showdown
Will and Randi will face off one last time in a race that’s about family, grit, bragging rights, and honoring the generations that came before.
New Division: Dusty Dirt Dog Race
A fresh addition just for the younger cowhands who ride with attitude and heart.
Song Writing Contest
More entries, more time, and a bigger campfire audience to hear it all. This year, the storytelling runs deep.
Campfire Awards Night
After the dust settles, we’ll gather under the stars to recognize the riders, the stories, and the moments that made it all unforgettable.
Rendezvous Songwriting Competition & concert
august 15th & 16th
Hosted by cowboy poet and musician TJ Casey, this songwriting contest brings out the voices of the West — whether it’s about wide-open land, family legacy, or a good horse that carried you home.
Theme | Songs can be about ranch life, heritage, hard work, or anything that fits the traditional country spirit.
How to Enter | Perform your song live during the Rendezvous.
Audience Favorite | No panel, no pressure — the crowd decides the winner.
The Prize | A little silver something to take home, bragging rights, and your name etched into the ranch’s musical history.
Gail Tillett Good
Memorial Horse Races
august 16th
The west was built on horsepower.
Come see it in motion …
Don’t miss race day at the 4C Rendezvous!
cowboy church
august 17th
“whatever you do, do with all your heart, riding for the lord and not for men.” colossions 3:23
Join us on Sunday, August 17th, for Cowboy Church under the Wyoming big sky. The service will begin at 10:30 AM at the race location and will be led by ordained minister TJ Casey. It’s a simple time to gather, reflect, and share in faith together—everyone is welcome.
Where to Go &
What to Know
DIRECTIONS & PARKING
Venue Address:1009 State Hwy 37, Lovell WY 82431
GPS Coordinates: 44°57’43.9″N 108°17’08.5″W
Parking: Directions available on race day – plenty of space
RESTROOMS & HYGEINE
Restrooms: Porta-potties available
Handwashing Stations: TBD (bring your own to be safe)
REFRESHMENTS
Water Stations: Bring your own drinks
BBQ After Horse Race: Join us for a community BBQ following the conclusion of the horse races.
Location: Near the track – directions race day
Time: After the races conclude
ACCESSIBILITY
Accessible Routes: Gravel road in with open dirt space
Facilities: Primitive – bring chairs, etc.
EVENT INTERNERARY
10:30 AM – Cowboy Church Begins – Near track
9:30 AM – Ranch Race Registration Opens – At the track
10:00 AM – Horse Race Begins – at track
After races end – BBQ Served – next to track
CONTACT INFORMATION
Event Contact: [Name – Phone Number / Email]
On-Site Emergency Contact: [Name – Phone Number]
Help Us Shape
the Future
What do you want to see next year?
Got an idea for a new race, contest, or event?
Share your thoughts and help us make the next Rendezvous even better.