Sonoita/Elgin History

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300

How many homes were destroyed in the Encino Fire?

Five

400

When was the Sonoita/Elgin Fire District Created?

2006

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Before the Sonoita/Elgin Fire district was established, what was the name of the volunteer fire department? 

Sonoita-Elgin Emergency Services Incorporated (SEESI) 

Historical Markers

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Where is the mother abbey of Santa Rita Abbey located? 

Wrentham, Massachusetts (Mount Saint Mary's Abbey)

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What Are the three historical markers in Sonoita?

Camp Crittenden, Sonoita Quarter Horse Show and Races, And San Ignacia Del Babocomari 

Empire Ranch

100

When was Empire Ranch Founded?

1997

500

When Were cattle first brought to Sonoita/Elgin?

1995

Fair grounds

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The Santa Cruz Fair Association was founded in what year?

1915

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When did the 110th Rodeo take place?

August 31st to September 1st, 2025

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In 1936, the Santa Cruz Fair Association was reincorporated under what name?

Santa Cruz County Fair and Rodeo Association (SCCFRA)

400

What Year did the Sonoita Quarter Horse Show and Races begin?

1939

Famous Animals

400

Lightning Bar, Bred by Art Pollard, ran in 10 races. How many did he win?

Four