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Western lifestyle celebrated at Way Out West Weekend
The two-day event was a fundraiser for the philanthropic work of the Ramona Rodeo Foundation. Activities included barrel racing, pole bending and team penning, and well as equine wellness presentations. The late Steve Tellam and his father, Willy Tellam, both of Ramona, were heavily involved in team pening, sorting and helping youngsters in 4H, FFA and theRamona R rodeo. The top five teams now qualify for the Ramonson Rodeos, which will be held Aug. 21-23. For a complete list of event winners and qualifiers, visit the SoCal Speed Speed Media social media sites, including Twitter and Facebook, @CalSpeedSpeedMedia and @PeeWeeRodeo. For more information on the Way Out West Weekend, visit http://www.calspeedspeedmedia.com/way-out-west-weekend.
The two-day event was a fundraiser for the philanthropic work of the Ramona Rodeo Foundation, including the funding of local nonprofits, sponsorships and educational scholarships, according to event organizers Selena Roberts, Jeanne Malone and Rachelle Laws.
Saturday’s activities included barrel racing, pole bending and team penning, and well as equine wellness presentations.
The Pro Am Novice Champions at the Steve Tellam Memorial Team Penning event, part of the Way Out West Weekend held May 18, were, on horseback from left, Michelle Cheek, Orange; Braden Greer, Hemet and Kathy Mitchell, San Clemente. The Awards were presented by members of the 2025 Ramona Rodeo Court. Photo by James Greer
Team Penning Novice Champions, from left, Amanda Lewis, Lori Bibbens and Kyle Greer, all on horseback pose with their awards and James Greer, of JR Productions. The titles were earned May 18 at the 2025 Way Out West Weekend Steve Tellam Memorial Team Penning event in Ramona. (Courtesy James Greer)
Youth Champions, from left, Braden Greer, Hemet; Macy Mault, Ramona and Carrie Vincent, Ramona earned their titles as part of the Way Out West Weekend Steve Tellam Memorial Team Penning. (James Greer) Show Caption 1 of 3 The Pro Am Novice Champions at the Steve Tellam Memorial Team Penning event, part of the Way Out West Weekend held May 18, were, on horseback from left, Michelle Cheek, Orange; Braden Greer, Hemet and Kathy Mitchell, San Clemente. The Awards were presented by members of the 2025 Ramona Rodeo Court. Photo by James Greer Expand
On Sunday, the first Steve Tellam Memorial Team Penning event was held. The top five teams now qualify for the Ramona Rodeo. The late Steve Tellam and his father, Willy Tellam, both of Ramona, were heavily involved in team penning, sorting and helping youngsters in 4H, FFA and the Ramona Rodeo.
The 2-D Open Champion Virginia McClintock shows off her skills barrel racing at the Way Out West Weekend. (Mark Blakely)
PeeWee barrel racer Harper Gadbois and her mom, WPRA cowgirl Kris Gadbois. (Mark Blakely)
Youth Barrel Racing Champion honors were earned by Gianna Joyce at the Way Out West Weekend event held May 17. (Mark Blakely)
Molly Harris of Ramona was the PeeWee Champion barrel racer at the Way Out West Weekend event. (Mark Blakely) Show Caption 1 of 4 The 2-D Open Champion Virginia McClintock shows off her skills barrel racing at the Way Out West Weekend. (Mark Blakely) Expand
The Ramona Rodeo Jr. Barrels Qualifier will be held at the Fred Grand Area on Saturday, Aug. 16.
The Steve Tellam Memorial Team Penning will take place prior to the Rodeo Performance each night. The Ramona Rodeo will be held Aug. 21-23.
Members of the 2025 Ramona Rodeo Court took part in the Way Out West Weekend at the Ramona Outdoor Community Center held in mid-May. From left, 2025 Ramona Rodeo Queen Sujhey Rosas, Jr. Queen Emilie Hudson and Young Miss Macy Mault. (Andrew Jungkunz, Primal Drive Media)
2025 Ramona Rodeo Senior Queen Sujhey Rosas, along with the court, participated in the Way Out West Weekend held May 17 and 18. (Andrew Jungkunz, Primal Drive Media) Show Caption 1 of 2 Members of the 2025 Ramona Rodeo Court took part in the Way Out West Weekend at the Ramona Outdoor Community Center held in mid-May. From left, 2025 Ramona Rodeo Queen Sujhey Rosas, Jr. Queen Emilie Hudson and Young Miss Macy Mault. (Andrew Jungkunz, Primal Drive Media) Expand
For a complete list of event winners and qualifiers, visit the SoCal Speed social media sites.