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Monterey County
Sheriff's Posse Inc.

395 Old Natividad Rd.
P.O. Box 1547
Salinas, Ca. 93902


Supporting the western & ranching heritage
of the Salinas Valley since 1939
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Big Hat BBQ
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Need information about Clubhouse or Arena rentals - cost, availability etc? Send us an e-mail telling us; what date you need, the kind of event you are planning and the best way to contact you. Click here to send e-mail or call the number listed below and leave a message. Jr Rodeo - June 2, 2012
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Rentals available for Wedding receptions, Company party, Christmas/New Years party, Birthdays, Retirements, Quinceañeras, Motorcycle races, Horse events, Rodeos, Roping, Cattle Penning/Sorting, Barrel races, Gymkhanas, Circus, etc. Call Tom Polyniak at (831) 444-6267 (No habla español) 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.

Posse Grounds aerial photo
For rental information - availability and rates call (831) 444-6267.

  • 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.

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    Big Hat BBQ photos
    2011 Big Hat photos
    2010 Big Hat photos courtesy of Salinas Californian
    2009 Big Hat photos
    2008 Big Hat photos
    2007 Big Hat photos

    Big Hat BBQ began in 1913
    © The Salinas Californian.
    Really Old Posse photos circa 1939

    Seal
    Junior Rodeo results
    2011 Jr Rodeo photos on MCSP Facebook
    2009 Jr Rodeo photos courtesy of Salinas Californian
    2008 Jr Rodeo photos
    2007 Jr Rodeo photos


    2007 Winter Ride (Camp Roberts) river crossing

    2012 Posse Officers & Directors (listed below)

      Officers

    Billy Armendariz........President
    Chuck Lincoln...........Captain
    Greg Painter...............1st Lt.
    Ron Thornton..............2nd Lt.
    Tom Polyniak..............Treasurer
    Jim Huggins..............Secretary

    Directors
    2010-2012

    Peter Chiang
    Wayne Farrell
    Casey Grossen
    Directors
    2011-2013

    Buzz Nelson
    Dave Strickland
    Larry Thomas
    Directors
    2012-2014

    Kevin DeBelle
    Bill Grossen
    Richard Holland

    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.

    Jr Rodeo awards
    Roping at the Posse arena
    Salinas rodeo parade
    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. The posse sponsors/supports Prunedale Boy Scout Troop 275,   Everett Alvarez FFA

  • MCSP History    Past Presidents, Man of Year, Life members, In Memory of.... etc
  • Posse By-Laws 2011
  • Policy & Procedures Manual 2011
  • Articles of Incorporation
  • CA Sect of State - MCSP Business Entity Detail
  • Current members list - showing year joined
  • Committees and Committee Chairs    Big Hat, Jr Rodeo, General Operations
  • Uniform requirements

  • Big Hat BBQ
    Pistol team
    Family/friends ride Fort Ord


    Member Stuff

    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 2012 (subject to change and or cancellation)
    Mo / DaySchedule will be updated as dates for various Posse activities/events are determined.
    03/04Arena work day starts at 8:30 - Building new arena parking lot fence, Relocating horse trailer parking. enclosing RV parking area with posse panels.
    03/16 - 3/18MCSP Spring trail ride - Lake San Antonio Equestrian Arena -
    CANCELLED due to forecast of rain. (May be rescheduled in Sept)
    04/14Pacific Grove - Good Old Days parade photos
    05/12Sonora Motherlode Parade photos
    06/02Posse Jr Rodeo
    07/13Big Hat BBQ - Changed to Friday night to avoid conflict with Salinas Colmo del Rodeo parade on 7/14
    08/04Posse Playday - for members and invited guests

    Prior years calendar


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