History

 There were many doubts when a former working cowboy, Jack Cox, moved to Gerry, NY and in 1945 suggested a rodeo as a way of raising money for the newly formed Gerry Volunteer Fire Department.  His idea became a reality, as members of the department in seventy days turned four acres of swamp into an arena and parking lot in time for the arrival of Colonel Jim Eskew and the livestock.

    This year the Gerry Volunteer Fire Department presents the 64th consecutive annual rodeo in 2008, one of the longest running events in Chautauqua County, with an arena seating 4000, a lighted parking lot and a modern midway.  All food is prepared daily in our kitchen and outdoor barbecue pits, served in newly remodeled dining hall, where you can make friends with your dining neighbors and comment on our famous locally prepared barbecue sauce.  Thus, through the volunteer help of nearly everyone in the quiet community, for one week each year Gerry becomes the rodeo city of the East.  This year is also our Rodeo Producer, Bob Barnes', 58th year in the rodeo business, giving Gerry Rodeo 122 years combined rodeo experience.

Photo circa 1947

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Revised Dec. 23rd, 2007 by TWJ