Clubs
It's club time
College is more than just classroom activities.
Clubs provide a great way to connect with old friends and make new ones, pursue your interests and expand your horizons.
Lakeland has several clubs that students from both campuses can join.
Ag Tour |
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Our club is a unique opportunity for students to plan a trip as a group and learn about the agriculture and history in a particular area. The purpose of our trips is to learn more about agriculture there and compare practices. But you don't have to be an ag student to join our club. Our trip is over the February break (also known as reading week). So it's a nice break in the middle of the second semester. We choose the location. Part of our decision depends on what we are willing to spend. In 2017 we visited Texas. We went to a livestock show, visited an alligator reserve, toured a crawfish/rice farm and experienced other ag related, as well as, other activities. Texas has been a tour spot before. As has Belize, our 2018 destination. In previous years we've also travelled to California, Hawaii and Brazil. This club lets you gain a deeper understanding of the diversity and opportunities that exist in agriculture. Faculty advisor: Tracy Quinton |
Stock Dog |
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Dogs in the stock dog club must abide by Lakeland College's Animals on Campus Policy. You can bring and train your dog to work livestock while you're at college. Begin learning about obedience and building a working relationship with a dog. Training on livestock begins with teaching the foundations (a stop and call off, finding balance, teaching pace) and moving onto out runs, side commands and drives as the dogs and handlers progress. Training is done on sheep, however the skills learned by both the handler and dog can be transferred to other type of livestock. The club also hosts a couple of working clinics during the year and invites some of the top clinicians in Canada. Dogs must be:
Practices are held 1 - 2 times per week in the Equine Centre on campus. Regular attendance is required. Members will need to find off-campus housing/accommodations for their dogs as the club does not provide on-campus kennels. For details please contact the club's staff advisor: Brianne Bellwood T 780 853 8788 |
Christian Friends |
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Our club provides you with the opportunity to gather for prayer, bible study, socialize, volunteer, charity work, and to just have fun! Membership is open to all Lakeland students and staff. Christian Fellowship is an interdenominational Christian group and does not discriminate against race, gender, political affiliation, religion, age or marital status. |
Climbing |
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Our climbing club is a fun way to stay active during college. We meet biweekly in the Vermilion Rec Centre gym where there’s a climbing wall. All skill levels are welcome, from beginner to pro. You can learn to climb and belay. Staff advisors: Amy Stanley |
Environment |
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We're dedicated to raising awareness of environmental issues through projects and events that enhance the Vermilion campus and positively impact the community. We believe that small changes will help shape the future in a positive way. Projects include:
You can find us on social media:
Or, email us at lakelandvermilionenviroclub@gmail.com Staff Advisor: Robin Lagroix-McLean |
Human Services |
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Did you know that spending just 20 minutes playing outside increases happiness? Come spend time working on a community project with us. The natural playscape was created on the Vermilion campus during the 2021-22 academic year for young children in the This club is open to all Lakeland College students. Join us for our club meetings held Thursdays at 11:30 am in BB102, starting Sept 8, 2022. Faculty Advisors: Nina Barrett Amanda Sargeant |
Indigenous Student Committee |
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The Indigenous Student Committee is about creating awareness and community about the various cultures of Indigenous people of Canada. We hope to spread awareness and understanding to others through our events and presentations. For information on how you can get involved please email indigenous@lakelandcollege.ca. |
Intercollegiate Judging |
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Take advantage of the opportunity to hone your judging skills. We also welcome rookies and help you develop judging skills. Our team meets weekly. We plan events, and we practice skills with our staff advisors and guest coaches from the industry. We compete at college and university events throughout Western Canada. This includes the Canadian National 4-H and Youth Judging Competition at Canadian Western Agribition in Regina, Saskatchewan every November. One of our members, Jess Verestappen, won the Grand Aggregate and a $2,500 scholarship in 2016. We also plan and run the Western Canadian Judging Competition during Little Royal in March. We host both college and 4-H teams. Staff advisor: Bevin Hamilton |
International |
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Food and fun are two ways the International Club promotes cultural diversity. These multicultural experiences are a way for international students to share their cultures and for the Lakeland community to learn. Open to both international and Canadian students, the club also promotes and enhances awareness, cooperation and dialogue between students from different countries. The club is also a formal way for the international student community to be represented at the college and surrounding communities. Join us for our club meetings held Friday at 11:30 am in BB 102, starting Sept 9, 2022. Vermilion staff advisor: Nina Barrett |
Lakeland Pride Society |
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Are you interested in joining a group of caring, inclusive and supportive people? Are you an ally or a member of the LGBTQ+ community? Our pride society welcomes ALL Lakeland students from both the Lloydminster and Vermilion campuses to join us to share information and resources, and to visit in a safe and supportive environment!
Laurie Mears Redden |
Outdoor Recreation |
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Our club is all about getting out and enjoying the great outdoors! Activities vary from hiking and camping in the Badlands and Rocky Mountains to canoeing on the Vermilion River reservoir and biking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing in the Vermilion Provincial Park. The club has even made an outdoor rink in the Vermilion quad. If there's a fun outdoor activity or adventure to be had, it's with the Outdoor Rec Club. |
Ranch Horse |
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Our club meetings are unique because they take place on horseback in the arena. Our weekly meetings are an opportunity for students to improve horsemanship skills and spend time with like-minded people in a relaxed environment. Activities include dry work, flag work, cow work and ranch roping. We also hold ranch rodeos throughout the winter and spring. Members must have their own horse(s). To board your horse on campus, you must apply for a spot through the Rodeo Club. Staff advisor: Ron Hoffman |
Rodeo |
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For over 40 years, rodeo has been a huge part of college life at Lakeland College. Every member of our competitive Rustlers rodeo team is a member of the club. But you don't have to compete in Canadian Intercollegiate Rodeo Association (CIRA) events to be a club member. Along with the competitive team, club members practice during the week. Specific times are set for event practices in the Equine Centre. The Rodeo Club also hosts barrel racing and team roping jackpots, and fun rodeos. These are open to all members and the public. As well, the club hosts 2 Canadian Intercollegiate Rodeo Association(CIRA)rodeos: The Fall Classic in October and the Little Royal in mid-March. Each year the club also organizes clinics to help rodeo athletes improve their skills. These usually include bareback/saddle bronc, bull riding and bullfighter. The club also runs the rodeo barn where club members and others can board their horses. Check our student forms page for the Rodeo Club Horse Boarding form. Ashley Watt |
Sheep and Stuff Club |
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Come and learn how to care for, prep and show sheep. No experience required. This club is designed to be welcoming to all programs and students wanting to gain livestock experience. The club is flexible to do what members would like to experience however, we usually take sheep to show at Agribition as a core focus in the first semester. Other activities that we have done include:
We meet regularly to organize various activities and the care of the sheep is the responsibility of the club as well. To raise money, we work at Band in the Sand and have engaged in other styles of fundraisers we well. For details please contact the club’s staff advisor: Marisa Schuebel |
Stockman's |
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Stockman's is a club for people interested in beef cattle and showing beef cattle. We also have our own bred heifer, Elsa. Officially HHF Elsa 28D, she was born on Feb 11, 2016 and is due to calve in early 2018. We purchased her from Hiller Hay Farms. Her sire is Hiller’s well known Speckle Park bull Ruffneck. Club members say her sweet disposition makes it possible for anyone on the team to work with her. Club activities include:
Staff advisor: Janet Kerr |
community. This year, we will continue to develop the space. This environment supports children to have fun and get messy outdoors with new and exciting materials. Past projects have included pallet structures, painting, and a garden with fruits, vegetables, and plants to enhance the senses.