Parks and Recreation Andrew York Memorial Lineman Rodeo

7th Annual
Saturday, June 18, 2011

See linemen from around the Northwest test their skills in competition at the Andrew York Lineman Rodeo. There will be team and apprentice lineman categories, plus activities for the whole family on the beautifully landscaped grounds of Chelan County PUD's Walla Walla Point Park.

Mission

Dedicated to increasing opportunities for public education and awareness about the tragedies caused by impaired driving and the dangers of not wearing seat belts.

All proceeds go to the Andrew York Memorial Scholarship Fund.

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Where

Walla Walla Point Park, downtown Wenatchee in Chelan County, Washington. Free to spectators and fans.

When

The welcoming ceremony for the rodeo will begin at 8 a.m., with the competition starting at 8:30 a.m.

Other activities at the rodeo
  • Rubber Ducky Dash - in the lagoon at 7 p.m. Friday, June 18
  • Spectator Pole Climb
  • 2010 IBEW Local 77 Picnic
  • Kids "Be A Lineman" Photos
The Andrew York Lineman Rodeo is brought to you by:
  • IBEW Local 77
  • Chelan County PUD
  • Okanogan County PUD
  • Douglas County PUD
  • Numerous supporters
How did the Andrew York Lineman Rodeo come about?

On July 25, 2000, Andrew York was struck by a drunk driver while working in Sunnyslope as a Lineman for Chelan County PUD.

The Andrew York Memorial Benefit is dedicated to increasing public education about the tragedies caused by impaired driving. The goal is to raise public awareness about the senseless deaths and injuries caused by impaired driving and to remind drivers to drive safely and wear seat belts.

To honor Andrew’s memory, employees of Chelan County PUD have established the Andrew York Memorial Scholarship Fund. The scholarship supports high school seniors who have been active in the community, specifically in preventing drug and alcohol abuse. The scholarship is administered through the Community Foundation of North Central Washington.