06/01/2026
It is with heavy hearts that we extend our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Morgan Julian. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone who knew and loved him during this incredibly difficult time.
Morgan was a husband, a father, a friend, and a fellow cowboy whose impact reached far beyond the rodeo arena. The rodeo community is a family, and when one of our own is hurting, we come together.
We were originally scheduled to host our Father's Day Bull Riding event on June 20th at Dillon's Western Trails Ranch. This morning, I reached out to George because we felt it was important not to create a conflict with the event being held that same day at the Roadrunner in support of Morgan's family.
George's response was simple:
"Let's not cancel our event. Let's make their event better."
With that in mind, we will be moving our Father's Day Bull Riding event to Friday, June 19th, and turning it into a fundraiser. Funds raised during our event will be contributed to the benefit being held for Morgan's family at the Roadrunner on June 20th.
For those who have already entered the June 20th event, your entries will automatically be rolled over to June 19th. If you are unable to attend on the new date, please contact me directly and we will gladly issue a refund.
We are already working with several amazing people who have stepped forward to help make this event possible. While I will be out of town that day, many generous volunteers are donating their time and efforts to ensure this fundraiser is a success.
The evening will include:
• Silent Auction
• 50/50 Raffle
• Donation Area
• Morgan Julian Memorial T-Shirt Sales featuring bull riding images generously provided by Rodeo Naked
A special thank you to Kelsy and Christy, who will be coordinating the Silent Auction and 50/50 raffle.
If you would like to donate an item, volunteer, or help in any way, please message me directly at 406-490-7767.
The photos included in this post are especially meaningful. They were taken during Creek Bash 2025, the first rodeo where Morgan and his son competed in bull riding together. You can see the pride in Morgan's eyes as he helps his son on Orby before the ride. Those moments remind us what rodeo is truly about—family, memories, and passing on a way of life to the next generation.
Jen and Becky have also included a QR code on this poster that allows donations to be made directly to a fund established for Morgan's family.
Dillon's has scheduled live music and entertainment scheduled for the evening, so we invite everyone to come out, enjoy the event, and most importantly, show your support for Morgan's family.
Once again, from all of us, our heartfelt sympathy, prayers, and love go out to the Julian family.
Please continue to keep them in your thoughts during the days ahead.
ENTER TO RIDE HERE-
https://www.cognitoforms.com/JuniorRoughstockAssociation/JUNE20TH7pmPracticeAndAmateurDateChangeJune19th
BULL RIDING PRIZES WILL BE UPDATED HERE SHORTLY! WE HAVE A FEW VOLUNTEERS WORKING ON THAT AS WELL! Rodeo Naked Rodeo Scottsdale Dillon's at Western Trails Ranch El Hay Guy
