e-mail info at MCSP
Supporting the western & ranching heritage
of the Salinas Valley since 1939.
Clubhouse rentals & Arena rentals
call Debbie at (831) 444-6267 (No habla espaol)
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 Espaol (translation by Google)
Big Hat BBQ photos
2010 Big Hat photos courtesy of Salinas Californian
2009 Big Hat photos
Really Old Posse photos circa 1939
2009 Jr Rodeo photos new
courtesy of Scott MacDonald/The Salinas Californian
2008 Jr Rodeo photos
2010 Western Heritage Sponsors
Affordable Home Loans & Realty (Greg Painter)
El Camino Machine & Welding, Spreckles
Fresh Start Advantage (Carl Anderson)
Bay Point Legal Services (Chuck & Lynn Lincoln)
Central Coast Pediatric Dental Group
Monterey Cowboy Poetry & Music Fest
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
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: Scott Miller (as of Jan 2011)
2011 Posse Officers & Directors (listed below)
Billy Armendariz........President
Bill Grossen...........Captain
Greg Painter...............1st Lt.
Ron Thornton..............2nd Lt.
Tom Polyniak..............Treasurer
Chuck Lincoln..............Secretary
Jim Huggins................Past President
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.
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
Articles of Incorporation new
MCSP Business Entity Detail new
Current members list - showing year joined and photo if available.
Current byLaws adopted November 3, 2005 (revised July 2, 2009)
Membership requirements (updated to reflect current procedure)
Committees and Committee Chairs Big Hat, Jr Rodeo, General Operations
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-going
Posse monthly shooting practice & yr end buckle shoot new for 2010
April - July on-going
Posse playnights - roping, penning/sorting, barrels (weather and cattle availability permitting)
Apr - Sept
Family 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.
Posse Installation dinner at Salinas Golf & Country Club - Members, families & friends are welcome.
Funeral services for Billy Walker - 4 PM at 1st Presbyterian Church on Padre Dr Salinas
Posse shoot MCPOA range Laguna Seca 9 AM
Posse Spring Ride - Camp Roberts.
Good Old Days parade - Pacific Grove
Posse work day for members and prospective members - Spring cleanup, split and stack firewood etc
John Peaslee Memorial Ranch Rodeo - all around saddle winner: Lee Whitney.
Cinco de Mayo parade in Gonzales. Meet at Posse grounds 10 AM. Parade begins at noon.
Mother Lode roundup parade - Sonora
Posse yr end buckle shoot MCPOA range Laguna Seca 9 AM
Provide support at Monterey Cowboy Poetry & Music Festival.
2011 Installation dinner - Posse clubhouse
Monterey County Mounted Search Unit
Monterey County Peace Officer's Association
Monterey County Communication Center (Local law enforcement agency links.)