NLBRAOFMI

National Little Britches Rodeo Association of Michigan

Spring new member discount 

For all age divisions: Little Wrangler, Junior, Senior

Fees: $80 per season

To join: Submit an application to the NLBRA national office (online or by mail). 

  • Online applications are easiest at nlbra.com.
  • If applying by mail, a notarized application and a copy of your birth certificate (if new) are required.

Benefits:

  • Back Tag 
  • Official rulebook
  • Points toward national rankings
    Eligibility for the National Finals Rodeo
  • (top 7 placement required at 6 rodeos per event for qualification)

Additional Information: 

  • Non-members can participate but will not earn points for national ranking or Michigan year-end awards.
  • Non-member fee of $25 per rodeo

National & Michigan Full Membership (NLBRA) 

Age division: 7 years old and younger

Fees: $25 per season

To join: Submit your membership application and fee to NLBRA of Michigan.

Benefits:

  • ​Eligibility for year-end awards (based on participation and sponsorship)
  • Fun introduction to rodeo events
  • Opportunities for families to connect with the rodeo community

Additional Information: 

  • Sponsorship fee: $75 for first child, $50 for each additional. 

Sponsorship Fees 


Year-end award eligibility: 

  • Points for Michigan year-end awards are earned from the best 12 rodeos per event plus the year-end rodeo.
  • The year-end rodeo is worth 1.5 points.
  • Participation in the year-end rodeo or payment of entries is required for eligibility for year-end awards.


Fundraising Opportunities:  

  • Fundraisers and raffle ticket sales are available to help meet financial requirements for membership.
  • Sponsorships can be solicited from businesses, family, and friends to support year-end awards and help fund rodeos.

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Non-Member Participation 

Michigan Membership Only 

Membership Information

National & Michigan Membership

  • Full membership with benefits at both the national and state levels. 

National Member Only

  • Membership with NLBRA at the national level, but no Michigan-specific membership.

Michigan Member Only

  • Membership at the state level only, without national affiliation.

Non-Member

  • Participate in rodeos without full membership; limited benefits.

* Find detailed information on membership types below. 



For all age divisions: Little Wrangler, Junior, Senior

Fees:  

  • National Non-member fee - $25 per rodeo
  • Michigan Non-member fee - waived for first rodeo, applied to second and onward 

To join: Simply register to compete in any rodeo without submitting full membership forms. 

  • Pay non-member fees as you participate

Benefits:

  • Can compete in rodeos

Additional Information: 

  • Points do not count towards national rankings
  • Sponsorship fee: $75 for first child, $50 for each additional

For all age divisions: Little Wrangler, Junior, Senior


Fee: $200 per season + $80 National Fee

  • Discounts for multiple members of same family 
  • ($200 for second member, $25 for each additional)

To join:

National Membership - Submit an application to the NLBRA national office (online or by mail).

  • Online applications are easiest at nlbra.com.
  • If applying by mail, a notarized application and a copy of your birth certificate (if new) are required.

Michigan Membership - Submit your Michigan membership application and fees to NLBRA of Michigan.

  • Payment is split across season
  • (30% due at first rodeo, 50% due at the last fall rodeo, remainder due at first rodeo of the spring) 

Benefits:

National Membership - 

  • Official Back tags
  • Official rulebook
  • Eligibility for national points, rankings, and the National Finals Rodeo

Michigan Membership -

  • Eligibility for Michigan year-end awards
    Access to all Michigan rodeos
    Points accumulation for Michigan rankings (top 12 rodeos count, plus year-end rodeo)
    Eligibility for family sponsorship opportunities (for year-end awards) 


Additional Information: 

  • Sponsorship fee required for year-end awards: $75 for the first child, $50 for each additional child.
  • This fee can be paid in installments across the season.

National Membership Only 

Welcome to the Michigan Little Britches Rodeo Association!

​We offer several membership options to suit different needs and levels of involvement. Whether you're a first-time member or returning for another season, we’re excited to have you join us! Below is a breakdown of the membership options and associated fees for the 2024-2025 season (July 8, 2024 – June 2, 2025).


By becoming a member, you join a supportive community of young rodeo athletes committed to building skills, discipline, and sportsmanship. Whether you're participating for the first time or aiming for the national finals, we’re excited to support your journey!

Trail Hand Membership 

In addition to membership fees, all participants must pay sponsorship fees in order to qualify for year-end awards. 

Sponsorship Fee: 

  • $75 for the first child 
  • $50 for each additional child in a family 


Sponsorship fees are split into 3 payments

  • 30% due at first rodeo 
  • 50% due at last rodeo of the fall 
  • Remaining balance due at first spring rodeo 


Families can solicit sponsorships from businesses or individuals to help cover this fee. Sponsorship forms are available here. 

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Members joining after the last fall rodeo will have a discounted membership fee. 

Membership Fee: 

  • $100 off Michigan membership fee
  • 50% of payment due at first rodeo attended
  • Reminder of payment due at second rodeo attended 


Trail Hand Spring membership 

  • After the last fall rodeo, the sponsorship fee is discounted to $50 for the first child and $25 for each additional child in the same family
  • The $25 membership fee for each child remains the same.​

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Membership Options

Other important Membership information 

For all age divisions: Little Wrangler, Junior, Senior

Fees:  $200 per season

  • Discounts for multiple members of same family 
  • ($200 for second member, $25 for each additional)

To join: Submit your membership application and fees directly to NLBRA of Michigan.

  • Payment is split across the season
  • (30% due at the first rodeo, 50% due at the last fall rodeo, and the remainder due at the first spring rodeo).

Benefits:

  • Eligibility for Michigan year-end awards 
  • Points accumulation for Michigan rankings (top 12 rodeos count, plus year-end rodeo) 
  • Participation in Michigan Rodeos 
  • Access to family sponsorship opportunities 
  • Must adhere to Michigan By-laws to remain in good standing 

Additional Information: 

  • Points do not count towards national rankings
  • Sponsorship fee: $75 for first child, $50 for each additional