Lineworkers Rodeo

Schedule of Events 

Registration, judges & auditors meeting, and the apprentice written test will take place at the University of Louisiana's Cajundome & Convention Center. The banquet will also be held at the Cajundome.

All other events, including hands-on training and the rodeo competition, will take place at the University of Louisiana's Cajun Field, 2351 W. Congress St., Lafayette, Louisiana.

Friday, April 5, 2024

7:30 – 10 am: Hands-On Training Registration

8 – 11:30 am: Hands-On Training  for Apprentices and Journeyman Lineworkers

• 8 – 9:30 am
  Personal Protective Grounding - Underground Applications
   
• 10 – 11:30 am
  Personal Protective Grounding - Overhead Applications

10 am – 2 pm: Judges & Auditors Registration

Noon – 3 pm: Apprentice  Registration

1 – 2 pm:  Auditors Meeting

2 – 4 pm:  Judges & Auditors Meeting

2 – 5 pm: Journeyman Team Registration

4 – 5 pm: Apprentice Written Test — Chief Event Judge available for Q&A

5 – 7 pm: Competitor and Family Pre-Rodeo Celebration/Sponsor Showcase: Join fellow competitors, families, and friends for a pre-rodeo celebration with music, food trucks, children's activities, and a t-shirt trade. Bring your t-shirts and exchange with other competitors and teams.

Saturday, April 6, 2024

The rodeo competition takes place at University of Louisiana's Cajun Field, 2351 W. Congress St., Lafayette, Louisiana.

7:30 am: Opening Ceremony

8 am: Rodeo Competition Begins

8 am – 2 pm: Sponsor Showcase

9:30 am – 2 pm: Children's Events

11:30 am – 1 pm: Q&A with Chief Event Judge

6 pm: Rodeo Awards Banquet — Celebrate the Rodeo winners and participants at the University of Louisiana's Cajundome & Convention Center, Lafayette, Louisiana. 

Registration

REGISTER FOR THE 2024 LINEWORKERS RODEO

Important Dates

• Early Registration Deadline: February 9, 2024
• Final Registration Deadline: March 8, 2024
• FAQ Submission Deadline: March 15, 2024

Prices

* The reservation of a banquet table does not include any banquet tickets required for admission. Each table seats up to eight individuals, and each person must have his/her own ticket for admission. 

Competitor Registration

Competitor registration (apprentices, teams, and/or alternates) includes registration for each competitor, event t-shirt, and a banquet ticket. Banquet ticket includes admission to awards ceremony and dinner. 

The competition is open only to public power utilities, joint action agencies, and state/regional associations. An individual can only register in one of these categories: Team, Alternate, Apprentice, or Judge/Auditor. For example, a Judge cannot also serve as an alternate; or a person who is competing in the Apprentice competition cannot also serve as the part of a Team. 

Team: A team consists of two journeyman linemen and one ground support person. This three-person team is permitted to rotate roles between events. An apprentice can serve as the ground support person on the team. To the extent possible, utilities should strive to register at least one judge or auditor per team registered.

Alternates: If a team member can no longer continue to participate, that individual is out of the competition for the remainder of the event. The team can then substitute a registered alternate for the missing team member. The groundman can be an alternate if he/she is a journeyman lineworker. The activation of an alternate within the team must be approved by the Journeyman Master Judge. 

Apprentice: A person is considered an apprentice for four years after he/she enters an apprentice program. To the extent possible, utilities should strive to register at least one judge or auditor per three competitors registered.

The Apprentice Written Test will be based on the 17th edition of the APPA Safety Manual, which can be purchased through APPA’s Product Store. Safety manuals are not automatically included with Apprentice registrations; they must be purchased separately.

Judges and Auditors

Utilities should strive to register at least one judge or auditor for each team or per three competitors registered. All judges and auditors must be employed by an APPA member municipal utility, joint action agency, or state/regional association. Judges and auditors may not register as competitors in any category (team members, alternates, or apprentices). Judges and auditors will receive a t-shirt and a banquet ticket with their registration.

Judges are responsible for observing, evaluating, and assigning a score to competitors based on the safe, accurate, and timely performance of the technical aspects of linework as detailed in the event rules, as well as their conduct upon entering, during, and prior to exiting the event. 

Requirements: Judges for the journeyman and apprentice events must have experience with linework and/or judging similar events in the past. 

Commitment: Judges must attend a meeting and proctor the apprentice written test, both on Friday afternoon (4/5/24) at the Cajundome & Convention Center, and judge events during the rodeo on Saturday (4/6/24). Judges will be required to be on the rodeo grounds from 7 a.m. to approximately 3 p.m. on Saturday.

Auditors are responsible for checking each team and/or apprentice in to a specific competition event during the rodeo upon their arrival, in addition to orienting them to any event-specific instructions as directed by the chief judge. Auditors ensure all paperwork related to the event is accurate, accounted for, and distributed to the appropriate parties. Scripts and guidelines are provided for Auditors. 

Requirements: Auditors must have strong organizational skills and demonstrate attention to detail.

Commitment: Auditors must attend meetings on Friday afternoon (4/5/24) at the Cajundome & Convention Center, and are needed at the grounds on Saturday (4/6/24) from 7 a.m. to approximately 3 p.m.

Hands-On Training Classes

Hands-on training courses are open to journeymen and apprentice lineworkers. These interactive courses will be held on Friday (4/5/24) at the rodeo grounds. Each person who will participate in hands-on training classes must register individually (registration fees are per person). 

Banquet Purchases

The 2024 Public Power Lineworkers Rodeo Awards Banquet will be held at the Cajundome in Lafayette, Louisiana, on Saturday, April 6 at 6 pm.

Banquet Tickets: All competitors, judges, and auditors receive a banquet ticket as a part of their event registration. Sponsors receive a set number of banquet tickets, depending on sponsor level. Rodeo attendees may choose to purchase additional banquet tickets for colleagues, family, and friends.

Three ways to purchase guest banquet tickets:

1. During the registration process, you'll have the option to add guest banquet tickets to your order. (Registration Deadline is March 9). 
2. Purchase tickets separately through the Product Store - a great option if you've already registered your competitors, or if you need to purchase guest tickets separately from your utility's competitor registrations. The deadline to purchase banquet tickets in advance is March 15. 
3. Purchase tickets on site at the Rodeo Grounds. Banquet tickets will be available on site at the Sales tent while supplies last. (Tickets are limited, so APPA does recommend purchasing tickets in advance whenever possible). 

Discounted tickets are available for children age 12 and under. Children 2 and under do not need to purchase a ticket. 

Banquet Tables:  Rodeo participants can reserve a table at the awards banquet on Saturday night. All reserved tables will be assigned and labeled with the utility’s name and include up to eight chairs. A table reservation does NOT include banquet tickets for admission. Table orders are limited and should be placed as early as possible. 

Tent & Trailer Survey

Once you register, please complete the Tent & Trailer survey by March 8 to let us know if you will be bringing a tent and/or trailer for your competitors. This will help organizers map out the Rodeo Grounds. Please complete this survey whether you are bringing your own tent/trailer or if you are renting a tent. The deadline to order your tents and to complete the tent & trailer survey is March 8, 2024. 

Code of Conduct and Release

All participants will be required to sign the Code of Conduct and Release Form when they check in on site at the rodeo. Participants should review this form in advance. 

Cancellation Policy

Registrants who cancel in writing on or before March 15, 2024, are entitled to a refund of their registration fee, minus a $100 cancellation fee. Registrants who cancel after March 15 will not receive a refund, but attendee substitutions will be allowed for the 2024 Public Power Lineworkers Rodeo only. Registrants and no-shows who do not cancel on or before March 15 are responsible for the full registration fee and are not entitled to a refund. 

Cancellations must be made in writing and emailed to: [email protected].

Contact [email protected] for additional information.

Hotels

The 2024 Public Power Lineworkers Rodeo grounds will be located at Cajun Field at the University of Louisiana, 2351 W Congress St, Lafayette, Louisiana. The Rodeo Banquet will be held at Cajundome & Convention Center, Lafayette, Louisiana.

Below is a list of hotels in close proximity to the Rodeo grounds and banquet hall. APPA has secured a corporate rate agreement with the properties listed below. Please use the reservation links to access the corporate group rate(s). 

• Courtyard by Marriott Lafayette South 
  200 Frem Boustany Dr,
  Lafayette, LA 70508
  P: (337) 345-4450
  Distance from Rodeo Grounds: 7.1 miles/15 mins
  Click Here to reserve your room for $129/night by March 3^rd 

• Homewood Suites by Hilton Lafayette Airport 
  201 Kaliste Saloom Rd, 
  Lafayette, LA 70508
  P: (337) 264-6044
  Distance from Rodeo Grounds: 3.7 miles/10 mins
  Click Here to reserve your room for $145/night by March 4^th 

• Home2 Suites by Hilton Parc Lafayette 
  1909 Kaliste Saloom Rd,
  Lafayette, LA 70508
  P: (337) 706-8610
  Distance from Rodeo Grounds: 5.3 miles/12 mins
  Click Here to reserve your room for $149 – $159/night by March 4^th 

• SpringHill Suites by Marriott Lafayette South at River Ranch 
  321 Settlers Trace Blvd,
  Lafayette, LA 70508
  P: (337) 981-5512
  Distance from Rodeo Grounds: 5 miles/12 mins
  Click Here to reserve your room for $149/night by March 4^th

• Hilton Garden Inn-Lafayette Cajundome 
  2350 West Congress Street
  Lafayette, LA
  P: (337) 291-1977
  Distance from Rodeo Grounds: 0.2 miles/2 mins
  Click Here to reserve your room for $179/night by March 13^th 
   
• Holiday Inn & Suites Lafayette North, an IHG Hotel 
  2219 NW Evangeline Thruway,
  Lafayette, LA 70501
  P: (337) 706-8199
  Distance from Rodeo Grounds: 3.7 miles/9 mins
  Click Here to reserve your room for $109/night by March 13^th 

• Comfort Suites Oil Center 
  114 Rue Fernand,
  Lafayette, LA 70508
  P: (337) 347-9613
  Distance from Rodeo Grounds: 3.4 miles/9 mins
  Click Here to reserve your room for $109/night by March 15^th

• Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lafayette, an IHG Hotel 
  3903 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy,
  Lafayette, LA 70503
  P: (337) 981-0600
  Distance from Rodeo Grounds: 5.4 miles/12 mins
  Click Here to reserve your room for $119 – $129/night by March 17^th

• DoubleTree by Hilton Lafayette
  1521 W Pinhook Rd.
  Lafayette, LA 70503
  P: (337) 235-6111
  Distance from Rodeo Grounds: 3.8 miles/9 mins 
  Click Here to reserve your room for $164 – $184/night by March 18^th 

• Residence Inn by Marriott Lafayette 
  128 James Comeaux Rd,
  Lafayette, LA 70508
  P: (337) 232-3341
  Distance from Rodeo Grounds: 3.8 miles/11 mins
  Click Here to reserve your room for $139/night by March 27^th

• Hampton Inn & Suites Lafayette 
  1910 S College Rd,
  Lafayette, LA 70508
  P: (337) 266-5858
  Distance from Rodeo Grounds: 3.7 miles/10 mins
  Click Here to reserve your room for $129/night by April 12^th

Reservations and Cancellations

Room blocks may sell out before the reservation cutoff dates, so early reservations are encouraged. Make your reservations directly with the hotel using the links or telephone numbers above.

Cancelled reservations that are not resold may become a financial liability for APPA, so please make your reservations thoughtfully.

Scam Alert

Please do NOT make hotel reservations through any third party that may contact you by phone or email. Use only the online reservation links, phone numbers, and discount codes available directly from APPA —in conference brochures and the website at www.PublicPower.org. 

Questions and Assistance

For questions or assistance making your hotel arrangements, contact [email protected]. 

Contact [email protected] for additional information.

Hands-On Training Courses

Hands-on training will be held at the Rodeo grounds. These hands-on, interactive training classes are open to lineworkers of all experience levels (journeyman and apprentice lineworkers; individuals participating in the Rodeo as judges or in other roles are also welcome to participate). Registration fee is per person, per class.

Friday, April 5

Personal Protective Grounding – Underground Applications
8 - 9:30 am 

With the new updates in the APPA safety manual surrounding personal protective grounding, it is crucial to get a better understanding of it. Understanding where grounding started, where it is today, and the importance of it will help lineworkers work safe, and improve their knowledge and skills. 

Participants will get an in-depth experience both by lecture and hands-on training when it comes to personal protective grounding on your underground system. Multiple scenarios will be worked on an underground system with the hands-on portion providing better understanding of the standards related to equipotential and isolation grounding.

Participants should bring the following equipment: 

• PPE needed for training classes
• Work boots
• Hard hat
• Safety Glasses
• Work gloves
• Long sleeve work shirts  

Instructors: Jay Reading, Assistant Director of Technical Services, and Cody Raveling, Assistant Director of Education and Outreach, Minnesota Municipal Utilities Association

Personal Protective Grounding – Overhead Applications
10 - 11:30 am 

With the new updates in the APPA safety manual surrounding personal protective grounding, it is crucial to get a better understanding of it. Understanding where grounding started, where it is today, and the importance of it will help lineworkers work safe, and improve their knowledge and skills. 

Participants will get an in-depth experience both by lecture and hands-on training when it comes to personal protective grounding on your overhead distribution system. Multiple scenarios will be worked on an overhead system with the hands-on portion providing better understanding of the standards related to different grounding techniques including single point, bracket and EPZ grounding methods.

Participants should bring the following equipment:

•  PPE needed for training classes
• Work boots
• Hard hat
• Safety Glasses
• Work gloves 
• Long sleeve work shirts  

Instructors: Ross Whitehurst, Senior Safety & Training Specialist, Nick Whitley, Senior Safety & Training Specialist, and Craig Batchelor, Manager, Safety and Training, ElectriCities of North Carolina 

Apprentice Events

Below are the 2024 Public Power Lineworkers Rodeo Apprentice Event descriptions.

Alley Arm Insulator Change Out

The apprentice will have a 5-minute set-up time to prepare for the event and ask any questions. This is a de-energized event on a #2 ACSR three-phase straight line circuit with a single eight-foot wooden crossarm, braced with a seven-foot alley-arm on a 40-foot pole. The event will consist of changing out the center phase pin-insulator and neutral spool. Leather work gloves at a minimum must be worn during this event.

***This event is considered dead and grounded***

• Mean Time: 7 min
• Drop Dead Time: 10 min

Event Overview
Event Specs and Pictures
 

Hurtman Rescue

This event will entail simulating the rescue of an injured worker. Construction will consist of an 8 foot wooden crossarm mounted on a 40 foot wood pole. Time starts at the judge’s signal with apprentice standing at least an arm’s length from pole in any direction. Note: The lineworker’s belt, hooks and rubber gloves in bag will be lying on the ground at arm’s length from the pole. (You may tool up bare handed). Rubber gloves required before touching pole!

• Mean Time: 4 min  
• Drop Dead Time: 6 min

Event Overview
Event Specs and Pictures

Single Phase Angle Bell Replacement

Apprentices will have a 5-minute set up time to prepare for the event and ask any questions. Framing on this event is single phase angle construction. Apprentices will be required to replace the angle shoe on the neutral and the suspension insulator on the primary. If apprentice reaches Drop Dead Time, the judge will stop time and the apprentice will reset the event. Apprentice will still be judged during the reset of the event. Leather work gloves at a minimum must be worn during this event.
***This event is considered dead and grounded***

• Mean Time: 7 min  
• Drop Dead Time:  10 min

Event Overview
Event Specs and Pictures

Single Phase Conductor Tie In with Armor Rods

The apprentice will have a 5-minute set up time to prepare for the event and ask any questions. This event is considered NEW CONSTRUCTION, and leather gloves can be used. Framing on this event will be single phase. On both the primary and neutral, the apprentice will need to remove the #2 ACSR wire from the roller, install armor rod, and tie them onto the insulators with preform ties. The apprentice will need to use a handline to pull materials up and down.
Note: Apprentice can manipulate the tie wire and armor rod during the 5-minute set up.

• Mean Time: 6 min  
• Drop Dead Time: 10 min

Event Overview
Event Specs and Pictures

Written Test

The written test is a timed 20-minute test given annually to encourage safety at all times when working in the field and during competitions, such as the Public Power Lineworkers Rodeo. This written test event takes place on Friday afternoon before the Saturday field events¹.Competitors should bring their scorebook with them to the test.

* The test will be based on the 17th edition of the APPA Safety Manual which is available for purchase through the APPA Product Store. Safety Manuals are not automatically included in your Apprentice registration and must be purchased separately. 

Drop Dead Time: 20 min

Event Overview (coming soon)

Competition Eligibility Requirements

APPA Member Utility: All participants must be employed by an APPA member municipal utility, joint action agency, or state/regional association.

Team: A team consists of two journeyman linemen and one ground support person. This three-person team is permitted to rotate roles between events. An apprentice can serve as the ground support person on the team.

Alternates: If a team member can no longer continue to participate, that individual is out of the competition for the remainder of the event. The team can then substitute a registered alternate for the missing team member. The groundman can be an alternate if he/she is a journeyman lineworker. The activation of an alternate within the team must be approved by the Journeyman Master Judge.

Apprentice: A person is considered an apprentice for four years after he/she enters an apprentice program.

Questions

For answers to event-specific questions, visit the Competitor FAQ page. To submit an event-specific question, please complete this form.
For general rodeo questions, contact [email protected].

Journeyman Events

Below are the 2024 Public Power Lineworkers Rodeo Journeyman Event descriptions. 

4KV Alley Arm Insulator Change-out

This is a simulated 4KV energized event on #2 ACSR three-phase straight line circuit with a single eight-foot wooden crossarm, braced with a seven-foot alley-arm. The event will consist of changing out the center phase pin insulator.

• Mean Time: 11 min  
• Drop Dead Time: 14 min (4KV Rubber gloving event)

Event Overview
Event Specs

12KV 900 Amp Switch Changeout

This is a 12KV event working off the pole. Class 2 rubber gloves must be worn ground to ground. The event will be framed with two switches. The team only needs to replace one of the 900 amp under-slung switch on an 8 foot crossarm on a 40 foot pole. The team will be able to choose which switch is changed out. The load cannot be interrupted. The permanent jumpers will have hot line clamps attached on stirrups on the primary. There will only be bolts and nuts holding the two-hole connector pad to the switch. There will be no washers associated with the bolts holding the two-hole connector pad to the switch.  

• Mean Time: 12 min  
• Drop Dead Time: 16 min

Event Overview
Event Specs and Pictures

12KV Single Phase Deadend Transfer

In this event competitors will transfer a dead-end #2 ACSR primary and neutral conductor from an existing pole over to a new pole set 6 feet to the side. This event is considered de-energized.

• Mean Time: 12 min  
• Drop Dead Time: 18 min

Event Overview
Event Specs and Pictures

200 Amp Swollen Elbow Repair

This event will be considered energized and consist of replacing a 1/0 200 amp oil soaked swollen elbow. Two 25kva transformers will be set 8 feet apart, one will be a feed-thru transformer (right) and the other will be a radial fed transformer (left). The cable feeding into the radial fed transformer as well as the feed thru transformer must be properly isolated and grounded so that the elbow in the radial transformer can be replaced. Isolation method utilized shall be per the APPA 17th edition safety manual section 514.2 (k) as the method to isolate all differences of potential. After proper isolation and grounding is performed the team must remove the tip from the elbow and replace the elbow body and install a new tip. Manufacturer specs shall be performed for the install of the new elbow.

• Mean Time: 5 min  
• Drop Dead Time: 8 min

Event Overview
Event Specs and Pictures

Hurtman Rescue

This team event will be run one time with all three team members participating to rescue the hurtman. Teams have 5 minutes to set up and ask questions. The switch (cutout) feeding the transformer must be opened before the climber can install the fall arrest system around pole or step onto the pole. It will be opened from the ground using a telescoping stick and rubber gloves. The stick must be off the ground and the body anytime it is touching anything energized. At the start of the event, handline hook will be at block. No one can touch the pole or anything attached to the pole until the switch is open. Once the switch is open, prior to climber ascending, groundman may operate handline to place hook in a preferred position. Operation of handline while climber is ascending pole will result in a 2-point gig. However, handline can be held away from pole to prevent it from interfering with climber. The climber must wear rubber gloves ground to ground. The climber will split the handline and loop the bottom part of the handline around the mannequin’s legs. The top part of the rope will then be taken under the mannequin’s arms and tied using three half hitches (the splice cannot be part of the knot). Once the mannequin has been tied off, the climber will utilize the Buckingham OX BLOCK® with a minimum of one full wrap, or two clicks, on the friction bar. The mannequin can then be lowered to the ground while the third member of the team uses the bottom part of the handline tied to the mannequin’s legs to guide the mannequin onto the tarp. An attempt must be made to keep the mannequin from contacting the pole, neutral, and hardware. There will be NO gigs for incidental contact of the mannequin with the pole, neutral, or hardware provided the tag man is making an honest attempt. The mannequin must hit the ground gently as if it were a real person. When facing the switch, the OX BLOCK® will be caught off right above the bracket and to the right side.

• Mean Time: 4 min  
• Drop Dead Time:  6 min

Event Overview
Event Specs and Pictures
 

Competition Eligibility Requirements

APPA Member Utility: All participants must be employed by an APPA member municipal utility, joint action agency, or state/regional association.

Team: A team consists of two journeyman linemen and one ground support person. This three-person team is permitted to rotate roles between events. An apprentice can serve as the ground support person on the team.

Alternates: If a team member can no longer continue to participate, that individual is out of the competition for the remainder of the event. The team can then substitute a registered alternate for the missing team member. The groundman can be an alternate if he/she is a journeyman lineworker. The activation of an alternate within the team must be approved by the Journeyman Master Judge.

Apprentice: A person is considered an apprentice for four years after he/she enters an apprentice program.

Questions

For answers to event-specific questions, visit the Competitor FAQ page. To submit an event-specific question, please complete this form.
For general rodeo questions, contact [email protected].

Competitor FAQs

To ask a question about the rodeo events, please complete this form.

What class of rubber gloves is required?

• Class 2 rubber gloves.

What are the rules on long cuff leather gloves for ground hands during rodeo events?

• The rule has been relaxed by removing the verbiage that required a specific length of gauntlet on the work gloves. The general rule states that leather work gloves with a cuff shall be worn while working on the ground and/or any event where rubber gloves are not required. See General Rules #3, #18, and 2 Point Deductions #22 and #23.

Does the Rodeo provide any tools or equipment?

• The competitor must supply all equipment and tools.

Can the handline be hung on the arm?

• Yes, the handline may be hung on the arm as long as MAD is maintained with it and any equipment that may be attached to it/transported by it.

Can the nose bag be hung on the belt?

• No, the nose bag cannot be hung on the belt.

Can your own nose bag be used for every event?

• Yes, a lineworker's own nose bags can be used for every event.

What size conductors will be used for Apprentice and Journeyman events?

• All event conductors will be sized #2 ACSR.

What type of pole will be used?

• 40' Class 4 CCA treated southern yellow pine

Do the linemen need to have a Journeyman card?

• You do not need to have a Journeyman card to compete as a journeyman. You must be working in a journeyman role or higher. 

Are plastics okay?

• If you are talking about the primary cover, then yes, as long as it is rated for the voltage

Is plastic extension hand legal? If so, what length?

• Yes, as long as it is a rated hot stick, you can maintain your MAD, and the tool is not modified. 

What is the minimum approach distance per voltage? 

• Listed in the 17th edition APPA Safety Manual 

What tools do you supply for the event?

• None, unless stated in the description

Do we need to bring all the tools for the events?

• Yes, unless otherwise stated in the description

Can the public come to observe?

• Yes

How are apprentice events scored?

• To determine Overall Apprentice results, apprentices will be awarded points equivalent to their placement in each event.  The lowest total points across all events will determine the overall winner.  For example:

Apprentice 2 would win 1st Place Overall based on the lowest overall total points. Apprentice 1 would receive 2nd Place Overall and Apprentice 3 would receive 3rd Place Overall.  If total points result in a tie, overall time will be the tiebreaker. This will be applied to overall results ONLY. Individual event results will continue to be based on actual score and time.

Apprentice Event FAQ 

Journeyman Event FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Where and when are the upcoming Public Power Lineworkers Rodeos?

• April 5-6, 2024 - Lafayette, Louisiana
• March 28-29, 2025 - Roseville, California

Competition Eligibility Requirements

Public Power: All participants must be employed by a public power utility, joint action agency, or state/regional association.

Team: A team consists of two journeyman linemen and one ground support person. This three-person team is permitted to rotate roles between events.

Alternates: If a team member can no longer continue to participate, that individual is out of the competition for the remainder of the event. The team can then substitute a registered alternate for the missing team member. The groundman can be an alternate if he/she is a journeyman lineworker. The activation of an alternate within the team must be approved by the Journeyman Master Judge.

Apprentice: A person is considered an apprentice for four years after he/she enters an apprentice program.

One Registration Per Person: An individual person may only register in one of these roles: Team, Alternate, Apprentice, or Judge/Auditor. For example, a Judge cannot also serve as an alternate; or an apprentice who is competing in the Apprentice competition cannot also serve as the part of a Team. Individuals who register to participate in any of these roles may also register for the training courses. 

Rodeo Policies

• Rodeo General Rules
• Code of Conduct and Release Form

Onsite Logistics

Competitor Equipment and Parking
Accommodations will be made at the Rodeo Event Grounds to support competitor equipment.

• Teams have the option of renting a tent through Party Central or bringing their own tent. 
• Each team with a tent (either renting one or bringing their own) will be assigned a 30x30 tent space by Lafayette Utilities System (LUS).
• Tent spaces are for tent, trailer, and truck. Trucks can be moved to the parking lot if additional space is needed.
• Trailer limit is 30’. If you bring a trailer, it will be un-hitched at the grounds and parked by rodeo grounds maintenance crew.

Notes:

• If you have additional questions about competitor parking, or would like to request a larger space, contact Kevin Forestier, [email protected], 337-962-4545.
• Access to the Rodeo Event Ground Competitor Parking Area will be available beginning 8 am on Wednesday, April 3 and will end at 5 pm on Sunday, April 7. 
• After-hours access to the Rodeo Event Grounds Competitor Parking Area can be coordinated by contacting Kevin Forestier, [email protected], 337-962-4545.
• LUS will begin delivering equipment shipments from the warehouse to the rodeo event grounds on Wednesday, April 3.

Parking
General Parking will be available on Friday, April 5 and Saturday April 6 for the weekend activities.

Shuttle Buses
Shuttle buses will run on a continuous look from the designated hotels to the Rodeo Grounds on Friday and Saturday.  

2024 Trailer/Tent Parking Schedule
Twenty-four-hour security will be provided Wednesday, April 3 – Sunday, April 7 at 5 pm.

Wednesday, April 3

• 8 am to 5 pm – Competitor Trailer drop off

Thursday, April 4

• 7 am - 5 pm – Competitor Trailer drop off

Friday, April 5 (Training Courses, Rodeo Registration, Pre-Rodeo Meetings, Vendor Expo and Family Fun Celebration)

• 7 am - 5 pm – Trailers will not be allowed to be DROPPED OFF on Friday. Please make arrangements if your company will be arriving later than Thursday.
• After-hours access to the grounds by request (contact Kevin Forestier, 337-962-4545). 
• 5 - 7 pm – Vendor Expo is open

Saturday, April 6 (Rodeo Competition/Vendor Expo)

• 7:30 am -  3pm – Rodeo Competition
• 8 am - 2 pm – Vendor Expo

Additional Resources:

• Tent/Trailer Survey: All utilities participating in the Rodeo should complete this survey by March 8 to let us know if they will be bringing a tent and/or trailer for their competitors. This will help organizers map out the Rodeo Grounds. All utilities should complete the survey, even if you will not have a tent or trailer.  
• Tent vendor order form (if you need to rent a tent or other items). Deadline to order: March 8, 2024
• Shipping information for rodeo competitors
• Rodeo Event Grounds Map

• Sponsorship and expo packages for this event
• Sponsorship and expo packages for all events
• Sponsorship and expo policies
• Information for Confirmed Sponsors & Exhibitors

2023 Results

Apprentice - Overall
1st – Ryan Kornegay, JEA, Jacksonville, Florida
2nd – Ethan Shellabarger, Kissimmee Utility Authority, Florida
3rd – William Kupfer, Roseville Electric, California
4th – Jorge Diaz, Roseville Electric, California
5th – Richard Cancilla, SMUD, Sacramento, California

Journeyman - Overall
1st – Ocala Electric Utility, Florida: Tyler Homan, Mathew Brown, and Henry Pearson
2nd – SMUD, Sacramento, California: Justin Estes, Tanner Barnes, and Matt Ramey
3rd – Santee Cooper, South Carolina: Joe Sawyer, Dow Hardee, and Hunter Melton
4th – City of Tallahassee Electric Utility, Florida: Josh Helton, Justin Johnson, and Coy Judd
5th – Roseville Electric, California: Philip Hartnett, Kyle Geisser, and James Wolter

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