Sherwood Receives Rowell Cowgirl Spirit Award

photo courtesy of Cliff Sherwood

Billie Sherwood is the 2022 recipient of the Maggie Rowell Cowgirl Spirit Award. She has been a long-time cheerleader for the Rowell Ranch Rodeo and has helped by raising funds for scholarships at the Cowgirl Picnic.  Billie owned a chain of women’s dress stores and was an annual entrant in the Rodeo Parade – she even entered a horse-drawn Calliope one year to promote her stores and the Rodeo. Never one to shy away from an opportunity to wear a cowgirl hat and boots, she is always present at events supporting the Rodeo and drawing attention to all the things the Rodeo does in our community. Billie was a member of the Alameda County Fair Board for almost 20 years and while she was President of the Board, she initiated the partnership between the Fair and the Rodeo that continues today. You can’t miss Billie at the Rodeo – she’s the one with the matching boots, hat, and outfit and a warm welcoming smile. She shares her enthusiasm with family and friends and makes sure that they all feel welcome.