Santa Maria Elks Rodeo Royalty 2022 - 2023

We are honored to introduce Miss Mini Rodeo, Nevada Rohwedder. Nevada was born and raised in Santa Maria. She is a 5th grade student at Alice Shaw Elementary. Nevada is a competitive gymnast and active equestrian. She was riding horses before she could walk and began competiting at the age of 4. She is excited to be Miss Mini Rodeo because horses and the wester lifestyle are important in her life and history. She loves everything involving horses. Last year, she volunteered with the Golden Circle of Champions, attending the rodeo each night to fill the boots with donations. She loved watching the barrel racing and amazing trick-rider.

Chael Silva was born in Santa Maria, California where he still lives today. He enjoys spending time with his family. Chael is a student at Alice Shaw Elementary School. He is active in soccer, baseball, basketball, and jujitsu; his favorite of which is soccer. Chael has been student of the month, top fund raiser for Bald 4 Lexi, and was named MVP for his soccer team. He wants to be the Elks Rodeo Jr. Barrelman because he likes to make people laugh, loves meeting new people, and wants to make a differnece in his community. Chael has attended the Elks Rodeo since he was born and was inspired to be the Jr. Barrelman after meeting the former Barrelman, Caleb last year.