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 Monterey County Sheriff's
Posse Inc.
395 Old Natividad Rd.
P.O. Box 1547
Salinas, Ca. 93902
e-mail info at MCSP
Supporting the western & ranching heritage
of the Salinas Valley since 1939.
MCSPosse.com
 Clubhouse rentals & Arena rentals
call Debbie at (831) 444-6267 (No habla español)
Reservations are made months in advance so call early.
If no one answers, leave a message including a number
where you can be reached. Please speak clearly. If you
do not understand and speak english, please find a person
to assist you.

en Español (translation by Google)
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Big Hat BBQ photos
2010 Big Hat photos courtesy of Salinas Californian
2009 Big Hat photos
2008 Big Hat photos
2007 Big Hat photos

Big Hat BBQ began in 1913
© The Salinas Californian.
Really Old Posse photos circa 1939


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2009 Jr Rodeo photos new
courtesy of Scott MacDonald/The Salinas Californian

2008 Jr Rodeo photos
2007 Jr Rodeo photos

2010 Western Heritage Sponsors
Please consider helping sponsor/support Posse activities/events including Jr Rodeo, John Pealsee memorial ranch rodeo, Big Hat BBQ, Shooting team, Scholarships, High School rodeo, Playnights - Ropings, Penning/sorting, Barrels etc.
Rentals Available - Posse Grounds aerial photo

For rental information - availability and rates call (831) 444-6267.
Clubhouse and Arena rentals book months in advance so call early.

  • Posse Clubhouse is available for Weddings, Receptions, Company Parties, BBQ's etc.
  • Roping Arena is available for horse related activities such as barrel racing, roping, and gymkhanas.
  • Large pasture is available and suitable for circus or overflow parking
  • We do not offer horse boarding for non-members.

    A number of organizations use our facilities on a regular basis.
    Check out their WEB sites for more information.

  • CA Dist 4 High School Rodeo
  • CA Gymkhana Association Dist 8 Tri-County Riders
  • Racing Motorsports Production - MX motorcycle & TT racing (831) 809-2035
  • Natividad 4H

    Interested in joining the Posse? Come out and get involved in the roping, team penning, sorting etc, attend the Jr Rodeo & Big Hat and learn more about the Posse. Join us on a Posse family & friends ride. See dates and locations listed below under important dates/events. Questions e-mail info at MCSP

    2007 Winter Ride (Camp Roberts) river crossing

    Sheriff: Mike Kanalakis

    2010 Posse Officers & Directors (listed below)

      Officers

    Billy Armendariz........President
    José Velásquez...........Captain
    Doug Baucom...............1st Lt.
    Ron Thornton..............2nd Lt.
    Cecil Harrell..............Treasurer
    Knute Brekke..............Secretary
    Jim Huggins................Past President

    		Directors
    2008-2010
    Gary Beasley
    Greg Painter
    Steve Perryman     		Directors
    2009-2011
    Kevin DeBelle
    Al Ingle
    Ian Young     		Directors
    2010-2012
    Peter Chiang
    Wayne Farrell
    Casey Grossen

    The Posse is a private non-profit 501(C)4 corporation.
    It is not an agency or department of the County of Monterey or the Sheriff's Department.

    Jr Rodeo awards
    Roping at the Posse arena
    Salinas rodeo parade
    		 The history of the Monterey County Sheriff's Posse (MCSP) began on February 28, 1939 when six Salinas men met and formed the Salinas Rodeo Riders and Sheriff's Posse of Monterey County. The six men were: C.D. Hansen, Sonnick Johnson, Jack Long, Jeff Parrish, Marvin Roberts and Doc Watson. The Posse, incorporated in 1946, maintains a 50 acre ranch located at 395 Old Natividad Rd on the outskirts of Salinas where they host numerous events including the BIG HAT BBQ and Junior Rodeo. We also offer Team roping, team penning/sorting and barrel racing during the summer at the Posse arena. The Posse awards annual scholarships through Hartnell College in memory of former member, Charles Atwood thanks to a generous donation from the Coeta and Donald Barker Foundation.

  • MCSP History    Past Presidents, Man of Year, Life members, In Memory of.... etc
  • Current members list new - showing year joined and photo if available.
  • Current byLaws adopted November 3, 2005 (revised July 2, 2009)
  • Membership requirements (updated to reflect current procedure)
  • Membership Application
  • Committees and Committee Chairs    Big Hat, Jr Rodeo, General Operations
  • Uniform requirements

    • Big Hat BBQ
    Pistol team
    Family/friends ride Fort Ord

    Member Stuff

    Posse general dinner/meetings are held in the Posse Clubhouse (except Jan) the 1st Thursday of each month.
    Posse board dinner/meetings are held in the Posse Clubhouse (except Dec) on the 3rd Monday of each month..

    Dinner usually begins 6:30-7:00 PM (more or less) followed by meeting. Financial matters are generally covered only at the Board Meeting. Members are encouraged to attend both general and board meetings. Come early - help setup tables and chairs, stay late and socialize. Guests by invitation only and must be accompanied by a Posse member. The Nov & Dec general meeting (election of officers and review of next year's budget) are for members only.

    Important dates/events for 2010 (subject to change and or cancellation)
    Feb - Sep on-goingPosse monthly shooting practice & yr end buckle shoot new for 2010
    April - July on-goingPosse playnights - roping, penning/sorting, barrels (weather and cattle availability permitting)

    Apr - SeptFamily Day Rides at Camp Roberts. (Not an official Posse event.) These day rides are FREE and open to Posse members, family and friends. Organized by Jose Velasquez. Jose supplies a porta-potty making it a family friendly outing. Kids are welcome. Riders generally bring food for a pot-luck lunch. Rides begin at 10 AM and start in and cover the same area as the Posse Spring ride. All 2010 rides are scheduled on Saturday: April 24, May 22, June 26, July 10, August 14, September 4, September 25. Contact Jose if you have questions.
     
    Jan 09Posse Installation dinner at Salinas Golf & Country Club - Members, families & friends are welcome.
    Feb 5Funeral services for Billy Walker - 4 PM at 1st Presbyterian Church on Padre Dr Salinas
    Feb 14 SundayPosse shoot MCPOA range Laguna Seca 9 AM
    Mar 14 SundayPosse shoot MCPOA range Laguna Seca 9 AM
    Mar 26-28Posse Spring Ride - Camp Roberts.
    Apr 10Good Old Days parade - Pacific Grove
    Apr 17Posse work day for members and prospective members - Spring cleanup, split and stack firewood etc
    Apr 24 SaturdayPosse shoot MCPOA range Laguna Seca 9 AM
    May 01John Peaslee Memorial Ranch Rodeo - all around saddle winner: Lee Whitney.
    May 02Cinco de Mayo parade in Gonzales. Meet at Posse grounds 10 AM. Parade begins at noon.
    May 08Mother Lode roundup parade - Sonora
    May 30 SundayPosse shoot MCPOA range Laguna Seca 9 AM
    Jun 05Jr Rodeo
    Jun 13 SundayPosse shoot MCPOA range Laguna Seca 9 AM
    Jun 26BIG HAT BBQ
    Jul 11 SundayPosse shoot MCPOA range Laguna Seca 9 AM
    Jul 17-18Salinas Rodeo horse parade
    Aug 22 SundayPosse shoot MCPOA range Laguna Seca 9 AM
    Sep 18 SaturdayPosse shoot MCPOA range Laguna Seca 9 AM
    Sep 19 SundayPosse yr end buckle shoot MCPOA range Laguna Seca 9 AM
    Dec 10-12Provide support at Monterey Cowboy Poetry & Music Festival.

    Prior years calendar

    Posse Patch Check out these sites:
  • Monterey County Mounted Search Unit
  • Monterey County Peace Officer's Association
  • Monterey County Communication Center (Local law enforcement agency links.)
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