Despite smoky conditions, the Whitecourt Woodlands Rodeo played out on Aug. 1 and 2. Spectators filled the benches to take in the exciting sights near Westward Community Centre in Woodlands County, during the August long weekend. Article contentThe 2026 Whitecourt Woodlands Rodeo, under the Wildrose Association, was originally scheduled for June 20, but heavy rainfall pushed the event to August. Photo by Brad QuarinThe weekend was made possible by the volunteer efforts of Whitecourt’s volunteer rodeo committee. Photo by BRAD QUARINThe Town of Whitecourt and Woodlands County were both platinum sponsors of the rodeo.