MISSOULA, Montana – Every summer, Beach Transportation in Missoula hosts its annual Bus Rodeo.

The rodeo is free and open to the public. According to Beach Transportation's website, CDL trainers are on site to help people get behind the wheel of a school bus in a safe environment.

“Have you ever wondered what it would be like to drive a school bus? It may look big, but honestly, it's no big deal,” the website says.

Missoula County Public Schools has already hired ten new bus drivers for the fall semester, but is looking to hire ten more.

Below you will find the event dates for 2024:

Bus Rodeo in June 2024

• Saturday, June 29: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Sentinel High School parking lot
• Sunday, June 30: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Sentinel High School parking lot

Bus Rodeo in July 2024:

• Saturday, July 13: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Sentinel High School parking lot
• Sunday, July 14: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Sentinel High School parking lot

If you have any questions about the rodeos or bus driving, you can contact Beach Transportation recruiter Wayne Wade via email at [email protected] or by phone at 406-541-6740.