
The 1st U.S. Volunteer Cavalry Regiment "Rough Riders," Inc. was formed for the purpose of creating and perpetuating a living memorial to the unique accomplishment of President Theodore Roosevelt and the members of the 1st U.S. Volunteer Cavalry Regiment known as the "Rough Riders".
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The Rough Riders believe in giving back to the community. Members contribute time, money, and effort to several local and national charities. Whether assisting with the Special Olympics, Toys for Tots, the Ronald McDonald House or others, it's common to see uniformed Rough Riders lending a hand.
We are best known for our own Teddy Bear runs where members hop on the Teddy Bear Express bus to deliver teddy bears to patients in hospitals.

The Rough Riders are a social organization, holding many events for both our members and the public. Many events are also act as charity fundraisers. Rough Riders sponsor golf, fishing, clay-shooting, and poker tournaments along with toga parties, military balls and more.

With over 500 members, the Rough Riders are one of the largest groups that actively participate in the Gasparilla, Chasco, Veterans, and other parades from Tallahassee to Texas. We also attend the S'ant Yago Knight Parade and we the sponsors of the St. Patrick's Parade. We have four floats including the custom rig seen here.

The Rough Riders take pride in our country and in the rich history of Teddy Roosevelt and the original Rough Riders. Tampa was the embarkation point for the Rough Riders as they left to fight in Cuba during the Spanish American war. Whether preserving local historical sites or participating in national events, we are committed to keeping the memory and the spirit of the Rough Riders alive for coming generations.
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ANDY BROWN MEMORIAL ROUGH RIDER FISHING |
| The Andy Brown Memorial Rough Rider Fishing Tournament and Family Picnic was started 15 years ago as an event to bring the Rough Rider families together for fun and frolic. The event has grown dramatically over the years. With the success of the event, several years ago we started using the event as one of the organization's premier fund raisers for the Rough Rider's charities. The Rough Riders give thousands of dollars and thousands of volunteer hours to many charitable organizations and events throughout the region. | |
| The committee which puts this event on each year is fully volunteer based and is inspired by the memory of Andy Brown. Andy was one of the event's early members who worked to bring his joy of fishing to the full membership; where the families come together for a weekend full of comradery, friendships, and family fun. In honor of a beloved friend, the event was renamed the Andy Brown Memorial Rough Riders Fishing Tournament and Family Picnic. Andy Brown will always be remembered for his love of fishing, having a good time, and putting a smile on his face for everyone. Those of us who were fortunate to have been considered his friend are truly blessed. | |
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