Hello rodeo fans! I am Addison Rose, a lifelong, 21-year-old resident of Tuolumne County, and the proud daughter of Rudge and Tamara Wynn. I am a graduate of the Sonora High School Class of 2022.

Since the age of nine, I have immersed myself in agricultural activities, raising animals for the Mother Lode Fair each year. My journey began as a member of the Tuolumne Pioneers, where I learned the values of responsibility and hard work. In high school, I joined the Sonora High FFA Chapter, where I developed a deeper appreciation for agriculture and leadership.

Raised in a family deeply rooted in the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Posse, I have attended the Mother Lode Round-Up all of my life. Watching the queen contest each year fueled my dreams and aspirations, making this moment even more special. I cannot begin to express how grateful I am for the opportunity to compete for the 2025 Mother Lode Round-Up Queen.

Outside of my rodeo and agricultural interests I enjoy hiking and horseback riding in the beautiful Tuolumne County wilderness and volunteering with local organizations. I believe in the importance of community service and strive to make a positive impact wherever I can.
I hope to see you on May 10th and 11th at the rodeo! Let’s celebrate our love for the western lifestyle and enjoy the rodeo together!

Sincerely,
Addison Rose

Hello there! My name is Bailey Stepp and I am a contestant for the 2025 Mother Lode Round-Up Queen.

I am 16 years old and have been raised in Oakdale and La Grange. I was able to attend the Mother Lode Round-Up for the first time in 2023 when I participated as the La Grange Rodeo Junior Queen. I was able to do many things that year as the junior queen, however, one of my most favorite things to participate in was the Mother Lode Round-Up. I enjoyed the connection among the queens but even more; I enjoyed the relationship that the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Posse members shared with the queens.

Because of that experience, I knew I wanted to come back and be a contestant. I love the western lifestyle and am a first generation rodeo competitor in high school rodeo. I take pride in being a well-rounded horsewoman and am looking forward to the opportunity of representing the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Posse in the 2025 Mother Lode Round-Up Queen contest.