Vancouver Rodeo Mascot: Lumpy

Lumpy was born on April 1st, 1994. At the age of 5 years old, Lumpy won his first award in the very first parade he entered. Dressed as a bald eagle and riding a bike, Lumpy was awarded the Grand Marshall Trophy in the Ridgefield, WA 4th of July Parade. That was the start of the passion of performing in front of large crowds.

At age 7, Lumpy decided he wanted to be a clown. He then created the character, Squeekie, and he and his dog dressed up for parades and took Best Children’s entry in Ridgefield and Grand Marshal Trophy winner in La Center. At that point, Lumpy had the dream of becoming a rodeo clown. Two years later, Lumpy’s dream came true. As Squeekie, he was asked to be a greeter at the Vancouver Rodeo Queen’s Try-outs and Coronation. As a result, he was asked to be a part of the 2004 Vancouver Rodeo. Knowing that rodeo clowns dress differently than regular clowns, Lumpy did his homework and created his Lumpy character.

Over the last year, Lumpy has diligently worked on perfecting his character. He has performed at several local rodeos. Many recognize Lumpy as the little rodeo clown they have seen in parades picking up the lumps from the Queen's horse and the horses of the Vancouver Rodeo Riders. His most memorable events to date have been meeting Keith Eisley, the 5-time National Specialty Act Champion, and recently spending time with the great Flint Rasmussen.

Lumpy’s favorite motto is . . . NEVER SQUAT WITH YER SPURS ON

Here are some of Lumpy's favorite moments.

Clowin' around with Bumpy before the Long Beach Parade		Woodland Planter's Day Director, JJ Burke, getting some pooper scooper pointers before the Long Beach Loyalty Days Parade.
Gitn' R Done in the wind and heavy mist in Long Beach		Accepting the 1st place "Pooper Scooper" award for the 3rd consecutive year in Long Beach
Part of the parade team sharing in the 1st place glory		Posing with their 1st place awards, fellow Woodland Middle School Trojan Band members, Brianna and Jennica, share the lime-light with Lumpy.  Lumpy plays the trumpet in the Concert and Jazz band but opts to be Lumpy in the parades and not march with the Marching Band.
Mr Wrangler:  Lumpy shows off his winning pose and award as the winner of the Thunder Mtn Pro Rodeo Mr. Wrangler competition.  Shown here with 2007 Miss Thunder Mtn Pro Rodeo Queen Sesiley Rulo.
Lumpy poses with his first place ribbon which he won in the the Portland Rose Festival Grand Floral Parade Junior Pooper Scooper Division. A big THANKS to Royal Dutch Flower Gardens for the beautiful flowers!		Lumpy poses with others that helped put together the train. Pictured: Don Robinson (left) the creator of the train,  Gary Luke (Lumpy's Dad) on the far right.  In the middle are Mandy and Anna Marie.
Lumpy with the 2006 Queen Contestants		Lumpy with Queen Jill 2006
Lumpy taking a break during the 2005 Queen's Coronation		Lumpy is definitely NOT camera shy!  Lumpy is being interviewed by KPTV channel 12 camerman. The TV spot ran several times during July 1 thru 4.