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Name the 7 PRCA events: |
Bareback Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Bull riding, Team Roping, Tie Down, Bull Dogging, Barrel Racing |
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The first Miss Rodeo Colorado was in __________ and was named __________. |
1956; Elaine Ward Peterson Bixby |
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2014 Bull Riding Champion |
Sage Kimzey |
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2014 Barrel Racing Champion |
Fallon Taylor |
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2014 Tie Down Champion |
Tuf Cooper |
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2014 Saddle Bronc Riding Champion |
Spencer Wright |
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2014 Healer Champion |
Jade Corkill |
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2014 Heading Champion |
Clay Tryan |
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2014 Steer Wrestling Champion |
Luke Branquino |
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2015 Bareback Champion |
Kaycee Field |
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Tell us about the MRC Tiara: |
The turquoise tiara was made by Gene Trujillo and given to MRC by "El Paisano Indian Arts and crafts" of South Fork, Colorado in 1976. It is currently the oldest tiara in rodeo and is made of 100 grams of silver and 75 carats of quality turquoise. |
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Name the organization that helps educate the public and protect the sport of rodeo from animal rights activists: |
PRCA |
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Name the organization that helps educate the public and protect the sport of rodeo from animal rights activists: |
PRCA |
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In what year did Wrangler Bull Fighting start? |
1980 |
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What does PETA stand for? Name one celebrity who endorses their organization: |
People for the ethical treatment of Animals. Carrie Underwood |
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What is the Linderman award? |
An award given to rodeo competitors who win a minimum of $1000 in 3 rodeo events (1 times and 1 riding). The award is named after the multi talented world champion Bill Linderman, who died in a plane crash in 1965. The first award was given out in 1966. |
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Who is the father son duo that won the Linderman Award? |
Kyle Whittaker and Chip Whittaker? |
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Approximately how many rodeos are sanctioned by the PRCA each year? |
More than 650 |
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How many circuits are there in the PRCA? Name at least 5: |
12: Turquoise, Wilderness, Mountain States, Texas and Prairie |
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How many gallons of water do horses need a day? |
8-15 gallons |
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What is HYPP? |
Hyperkalemic periodic paralysis: it is severe muscle weakness, it can lead to paralysis or sudden death |
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What is strangles? |
It is the swelling of the lymph nodes in the throat causing a raspy breathing sound, lack of appetite, and will often cause a large "bump" on the neck filled with pus |
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What does "bowed tendon" mean? |
Enlarged, stretched flexor tendons behind the cannon bones |
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Where is the headquarters for the PRCA located? |
101 Pro rodeo drive, Colorado Springs, Colorado |
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What is the penalty for knocking over a barrel in barrel racing? |
5 seconds |
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What is the penalty for only catching one leg in the heel loop? |
5 seconds |
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Where is the National Finals Rodeo held? |
At the Thomas and Mack center in Las Vegas, Nevada |
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Where is Miss Rodeo Colorado's home rodeo? |
Her home rodeo is ye Greeley Stampede located in Greeley, Colorado |
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Who is the current Miss Rodeo Colorado and where is she from? |
Marie Louise Kidd from Avondale, Colorado |
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Who is Miss Rodeo America and where is she from? |
Lauren Heaton from Alva, Oklahoma |
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Describe stringhalt: |
A disease of the nervous system, effecting the tendons and causing spasmodic flexion on one or both hocks. Often infected horses will walk with their hind legs nearly hitting their abdomen as if they are marching. |
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What are the normal temperature/pulse/respiration of a horse? |
Temp: 99.5-101.5 Pulse: 20-40 beats per min Respiration: 8-16 breaths per min |
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How many teeth does a horse have and what are they called? |
36-44 12 incisors at the front The interdental space where the bit is placed 12 premolars 12 molars |
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What is the dress code for a PRCA contestant? |
A cowboy hat, long sleeved shirt, cowboy boots. (Bareback riders are allowed to roll up their riding arm sleeve only when riding). There's a 25$ fine per article of clothing per performance if not dress appropriately. |
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What are the 5 basic coat colors found in horses? |
Black, brown, bay, chestnut and white |
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Name 5 of the MRC Sponsors: |
Greeley Stampede Colorado Chevy Dealers Greeley Hat Works Roper Apparel & Footwear Boot Barn Accessories with a Flair Fairfield Inn |
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What is the Xtreme Bulls Tour? |
-The PRCA Xtreme Bulls Tour provides ProRodeo enthusiasts a nationally televised schedule that brings the excitement of PRCA bull riding to millions of fans -2013 PRCA Xtreme Bulls Tour will feature events scheduled throughout the year across the U.S., concluding with the Tour Finale in Ellensburg, Wash., over Labor Day weekend. The Tour will have a combined purse of $465,000. Money earned on the PRCA Xtreme Bulls Tour counts toward the PRCA World Standings, which determine Wrangler NFR qualifiers. |
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How is a horses height measured? |
By hands, and hands are 4 inches. |
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What statue sits outside the ProRodeo Hall of fame? |
At the hall entry of the Pro Rodeo hall of fame, there is a larger-than-life statue of a cowboy. Who is he? Casey Tibbs "the champ". He is riding the famed saddle bronc, Necktie. Tibbs was a 9 time world champion and one of americas most celebrated cowboys. |
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Where is the National Cowboy Hall of Fame? |
Oklahoma City, OK |
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Where is the National Cowboy Hall of Fame? |
Oklahoma City, OK |
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Where is the National Cowgirl Hall of Fame? |
Fort Worth, TX |
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Where is the National Cowboy Hall of Fame? |
Oklahoma City, OK |
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Where is the National Cowgirl Hall of Fame? |
Fort Worth, TX |
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Who is the commissioner for the PRCA? |
Karl Stressman |
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What does WPRA stand for? |
Woman's Pro Rodeo Association |
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What is the website for the PRCA? |
Prorodeo.com |
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What is a hooie? |
This is the knot used by calf Ropers to hold the wraps used to tie three legs together. AKA a half hitch to most people |
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What does the term "jerk down" refer to? |
When after roping the calf, the roper flips the calf straight over backwards. |
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What is a score line and how is it determined? |
The amount of head start the stock is given in the events requiring a barrier. It depends on the arena. |
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What is a dog fall? |
An illegal maneuver in steer wrestling causing all four feet and head to face in different directions. In order to receive a time the cowboy must roll the steer over or let it up and throw it legally. |
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Name the cowboy who holds the record for the highest scores ride in bareback riding: |
Wes Stevenson and Will Lowe 94 points |
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If a rider is "in the well" what does that mean? |
It is a term used when a contestant comes off the animal, usually bull, on the inside of a spin. |
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What is the PRCA circuit system and why was it created? |
It's a system with 12 regions at which Cowboys and cowgirls compete to try to pursue the goal of qualifying for the NFR. It was made as a reward system to those Cowboys and cowgirls who compete regularly in rodeos but cannot devote all their time to their rodeo career. It gives less travel time to those in need. |
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In what event does a cowboy use an Association saddle? |
Bronx riding |
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What is a Blevins Buckle? |
The sliding devise on the sturup to adjust length. |
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What are the symptoms of West Nile Virus? |
Dropping lips, muscle twitching, lack of coordination, partial paralysis and high fever. |
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What is a lead? |
When a horse is loping or galloping the legs on one side of its body lead or reach farther than the other side. |
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What is the lameness scale? |
The scale that was developed to aid in communication and record keeping. The scale ranges from 0-5 with 0 being no amended and 5 being extreme lameness. |
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What is a rodeo stock contractor and name one from your state? |
An individual or business that provides animals for a rodeo competition. Harry Vold. |
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Who sponsors the buckles for the world champions? |
Montana Silversmith |
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What does Wrangler sponsor? |
Official jeans and shirts brand of the PRCA and National Finals |
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What does Coors sponsor? |
Official beer sponsor. Coors banquet and the "Man in the Can" |
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What does Dodge Sponsor? |
Official automotive sponsor and sponsor of the wrangler million dollar tour. |
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What are the other locations that had held the NFR? |
Dallas, Los Angeles and Oklahoma City |
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How does a cowboy or cowgirl qualify for the NFR? |
It is the top 15 money winners in each event |
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What is the RNCFR and where is it held? |
Ram National Circuit Finals Rodeo in Kissimmee, FL |
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Name the twelve circuits of the PRCA: |
Montana, Badlands, Great Lakes, First frontier, southeastern, prairie, texas, mountain states, turquoise, wilderness, California and Columbia river |
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Who was the 2014 announcer of the year? |
Wayne Brooks |
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Who was the 2014 announcer of the year? |
Wayne Brooks |
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Who was the 2014 secretary of the year? |
Haley Schneeberger |
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Who was the 2014 announcer of the year? |
Wayne Brooks |
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Who was the 2014 secretary of the year? |
Haley Schneeberger |
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Who was the 2014 dress act of the year? |
Amanda and John Payne |
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Who was the 2014 announcer of the year? |
Wayne Brooks |
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Who was the 2014 secretary of the year? |
Haley Schneeberger |
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Who was the 2014 dress act of the year? |
Amanda and John Payne |
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Who was the 2014 comedy act of the year? |
John Harrison |
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Who was the 2014 announcer of the year? |
Wayne Brooks |
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Who was the 2014 secretary of the year? |
Haley Schneeberger |
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Who was the 2014 dress act of the year? |
Amanda and John Payne |
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Who was the 2014 comedy act of the year? |
John Harrison |
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Who was the 2014 stock contractor of the year? |
Stace Smith pro rodeo |
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Who was the 2014 announcer of the year? |
Wayne Brooks |
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Who was the 2014 secretary of the year? |
Haley Schneeberger |
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Who was the 2014 dress act of the year? |
Amanda and John Payne |
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Who was the 2014 comedy act of the year? |
John Harrison |
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Who was the 2014 stock contractor of the year? |
Stace Smith pro rodeo |
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Who was the 2014 clown of the year? |
Justin Rumford |
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Who was last years Coors man in the can? |
John Harrison |
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What is the official publication for the PRCA? |
PSN- ProRodeo sports news |
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According to the PRCA stats, how many minutes per year does the average rodeo animal work? |
The average rodeo animal works less than 5 mins per year in the arena |
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What is the classic event of rodeo? |
Saddle bronc riding |
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What is the purpose of a bell on a bull rope? |
To pull the bull rope off after the ride |
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Are bull riders required to spur the bull? |
No, however when their feet are set and shuffling they can spur for some extra points |
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What is the maximum number of points awarded in the rough stock events? |
100 points; 50 points per judge |
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How is a rough stock rider judged? |
A score combined from two judged based on 0-25 points for both the animal and the rider |
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What are the three reasons a rough stock rider would be given a re ride? |
1. Timer failure 2. Equipment problems 3. Fouling at the gate 4. Livestock failing to preform |
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Where was the first recorded rodeo held? |
It's a reoccuring argument to this day... But most evidence is Prescuit, AZ |
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How many bones does an adult horse have? |
205 |
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How many bones does an adult horse have? |
205 |
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What is the mark out rule? |
In bareback and saddle bronc riding events, the cowboy must have their Spurs above the point of the horses shoulders on its first jump out of the bucking chute. Failure to do so will result a penalty of a no score. |
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How do you evaluate your hay? |
Based on cleanliness, no mold or dirt. It must be fresh but not green. |
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What is a coggins test? |
A blood test allowing horses to travel from state to state. The test must be negative for equine infectiousAnemia |
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What is ringbone? |
Abnormal calcification of the pastern bones that causes lameness |
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What does the term "walleye" refer to? |
When you can see the white in the horses eye |
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Name three reasons a saddle bronc rider can be disqualified? |
1. Changing hands on the rein 2. Loosing the rein 3. Touching the animal with their free hand 4. Loosing a sturup |
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What is a re ride? |
When another ride is given to a rough stock rider in the same go round when either to stock or the cowboy is no given a fair opportunity to show their best |
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What is the purpose of a neck rope? |
It is fixed around the horses neck to trip the barrier in front of the contestant to assure the animals head start |
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What is a union animal? |
Describes an animal that bucks, until the 8 second buzzer and then quits |
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What is a Honda? |
This is the eye in the end of a rope that allows the other end of the rope to pass through formig a loop |
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What is the catch as catch can rule? |
When a tie down roper is allowed to catch the stock anyway he chooses, as long as he turns loose of the rope when throwing the loop and as long as the rope holds the calf until the cowboy reaches it |
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What is a lap and a tap? |
When no barrier is used, the calf or steer is released without a head start |
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What is a holihan? |
The head over heels tumble a steer takes in the steer wrestling event |
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How much does a permit cost? |
300 dollars |
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How much does a contestant need to win with their permit before they can purchase a card and how much is the card? |
A permit member must win a minimum of 1000.00 to be awarded a card by the PRCA. The signature of a pro rodeo cowboy (AKA a card holder) |
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What is the minimum and maximum amount a calf can weigh in calf roping? |
220-280 lbs; fresh calves may not exceed 260 lbs |
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What is a jerkline? |
It tells the horse to back up and keeps the line tights when the calf is roped. |
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What cowboy started the steer wrestling event? |
Bill Pickett |
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What is the weight and time limit for steer wrestling? |
Weight limit: 450- 660 lbs Time limit: 60 seconds |
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What is the weight and time limit in team roping? |
450- 650 lbs and must be a corrientes steer |
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Where is the hobble strap located? |
The strap is in between the front and back cinch keeping it from slidding back to become a bucking strap |
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Who is the all around cowboy from your circuit? |
2014- Josh Peek from pueblo |
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What circuit does your state fall in? |
The Mountain States |
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When did the PRCA create the circuit system? |
1975 |
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What is the perfect score in rough stock events? Has there ever been one and if so, what event and whom? |
100 points is a perfect ride. Yes, Wade Lesley on "woodman", bull riding |
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Can a cowboy use Spurs with locked rowels? |
No, locked rowels have rowels that don't spin and are ILLEGAL. |
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Define added money: |
Prize money contributed by the rodeo committee added to the entry fees of contestants |
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What is a gold card and who is eligible to receive one? |
It is the life type membership. To be eligible you must be a card member in good standings with the PRCA who has paid 10 dues and has reached 50 years of age or a card member that has paid 20 dues and is in good standings |
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Who chooses the bull fighters/barrel man for the WNFR? |
The top 20 bull riders |
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What is the turtle association? |
It is the first form of the PRCA in 1936. The name was chosen because the group was slow to organize and were not afraid to stick their necks out to get what they wanted |
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How often should your horse be vaccinated? |
1-2 times per year |
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How often should your horse be vaccinated? |
1-2 times per year |
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What is in 4 way and 5 way? |
4 way: tetanus, encephalitis (eastern and western) and influenza 5 way: tetanus, encephalitis (eastern and western) and influenza and rhino |
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What does stomach gurgling mean? |
That the digestive system is functioning properly |
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Name the main sponsors of the PRCA: |
Wrangler, Justin Boots, Montana Silversmith, Resistol, Dodge/Ram trucks, AQHA |
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Name the main sponsors of the PRCA: |
Wrangler, Justin Boots, Montana Silversmith, Resistol, Dodge/Ram trucks, AQHA |
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What is the difference between animal welfare and animal rights? |
Animal welfare believes that it's okay to ride and own animals provided that they are taken care of properly. Animal rights activists believe that animals should be free and untouched |
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Name the bull that was named bucking bull of the year last year: |
Cross the Line (Summit Pro Rodeo) |
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Name the bull that was named bucking bull of the year last year: |
Cross the Line (Summit Pro Rodeo) |
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Name the horse that was chosen as the saddle bronc horse of the year last year: |
Medicine Woman (Fronteir Rodeo) |
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Name the bull that was named bucking bull of the year last year: |
Cross the Line (Summit Pro Rodeo) |
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Name the horse that was chosen as the saddle bronc horse of the year last year: |
Medicine Woman (Fronteir Rodeo) |
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Name the horse that was chosen as the bareback horse of the year last year: |
Dirty Jacket (Pete Carr) |
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What is a flank strap? |
A leather strap about 4 inches wide and covered in sheep skin. It encourages the animal to kickout straighter or higher |
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How often should your horse be shoed or trimmed? |
6-8 weeks |
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How often should your horse be shoed or trimmed? |
6-8 weeks |
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How often should your horse be wormed? |
Every 6 weeks |
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How often should your horse be shoed or trimmed? |
6-8 weeks |
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How often should your horse be wormed? |
Every 6 weeks |
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What is the length of a horse pregnancy? |
330-345 days |
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How does one qualify for the RNCFR? |
As the regular season ends, top competitors from each event qualify to compete in their circuit finals rodeo. Champions from those rodeos as well as the year end winners from each circuit and then invited to OKC to vie for the RNCFR championships |
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What is pigeon fever? |
It's an infection deep in the tissues on the front of the horses chest usually under the horse like a protruding breast of a pigeon. They contract this disease through open wounds or fly bits. No vaccinations |
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Name the cowboy who holds the record for the highest scores ride in saddle bronc riding: |
Doig Vold and Glen O'Neil with 95 points |
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What are the parts of the bridle and show them: |
Bit, chin strap, cheek piece, throat latch, brow band and head piece |
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Where are the AQHA head quarters? |
Amarillo, TX |
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Has there ever been a miss rodeo America from Colorado? |
Yes; Tara Graham. Kellie Lambert |
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Has there ever been a miss rodeo America from Colorado? |
Yes; Tara Graham. Kellie Lambert |
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What are two types of Hay? |
Alfalfa, Bermuda Grass, Timothy grass, Oatgrass |
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Has there ever been a miss rodeo America from Colorado? |
Yes; Tara Graham. Kellie Lambert |
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What are two types of Hay? |
Alfalfa, Bermuda Grass, Timothy grass, Oatgrass |
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What are some signs of colic? |
Pawing, rolling, bloating, sweating, loss of interest in food and water and absence of gut sounds |
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What is a flexion test? |
A preliminary ver procedure performed on a horse during a lameness exam. The purpose is to accentuate the pain that may be associated with the joint or soft tissue structure. |
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How does a horse contract west Nile and how do you prevent it? |
The mosquito, and prevention of contact (fly spray) and vaccines. |
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What is the address for miss rodeo Colorado? |
missrodeocolorado.com |
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Name the only father/son/daughter trio to compete in the NFR in the same year: |
1984: Dick, JD and Kelly Yates |
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Who is the president of the miss rodeo America board? |
Frances Bendele |
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What year did the miss rodeo America pageant begin? |
1955 by a group of gentleman called the IRM (international rodeo management) and the first pageant was held in Casper, WY |
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What is a barrier and what is the penalty for breaking the barrier? |
The barrier is a breakaway rope that is pulled across the roping chutes that is designed to give the steer or calf a head start. The penalty for breaking the barrier is 10 seconds |
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What's a legal catch in the calf roping event? |
The loop must go around the calves head and then the catch as catch can rule take effect. As well as if the calf is laying down the roper must stand the calf back up before the stock may be thrown |
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How long must the calf stay tied in tied down? |
After the roper remounts his horse to release tension on the rope: 6 seconds |
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What are the three legal head catches in team roping? |
Around both horns Half a head Around the neck |
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What are the three legal head catches in team roping? |
Around both horns Half a head Around the neck |
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What are the illegal catches in team roping? |
Hondo over the horn Anytime the head loop crosses itself Front foot in the loop Loop in the steers mouth |
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How does the PRCA determine what circuit your in? |
A contestant claims a circuit on the application |
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Explain the term cross fire: |
In team roping the healer can only throw his/her loop after the steer changes directions. If a loop is thrown to early a 30 second cross fire penalty is given |
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Describe the difference between a snaffle bit and a curb bit: |
A snaffle is a "direct pressure" bit meaning the reins are directly attached to the mouth piece. A curb bit has an arch on each side which drops down and a chin strap is used. A curb generally gives more control with a 1:2 ratio of pressure |
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How can you tell if your horse is dehydrated? |
Decreased feed intake and physical activity. Dry mucus membrane, dry feces, decreased capillary refill time. |
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How can you tell if your horse is dehydrated? |
Decreased feed intake and physical activity. Dry mucus membrane, dry feces, decreased capillary refill time. |
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What are the six nutrients your horse needs? |
Water, fat, carbs, protein, vitamins and minerals |
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What is pulling leather? |
The term used when a saddle bronc rider touches any part of the saddle with their free hand during the 8 second ride |
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Who is the PRCA circuit coordinator? |
Therese Cobb. And more information can be found in the PSN business journal |
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When does them time begin in the rough stock events? |
When the animals inside front shoulder crosses the plane of the chute |
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Describe the spurring action of a bareback rider: |
A rainbow or arch with his legs |
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Who sponsors the Rookie of the year and who was it this year? |
Resistol; Sage Kimzey |
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What is the pro rodeo business journal and who receives this publication? |
It's a publication put out by the PRCA to announce upcoming rodeos, rule changes, and anything to do with the day to day of rodeo. All PRCA members, committees and permit holders get it. It's also found in the back of the PSN |
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What is your feeding program? |
1/3 a bale of mountain grass hay, (Timothy and clover) twice a day. About 6 lbs of strategy, oats and corn oil with cozaquin |
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What three things do you need to travel out of state with your horse? |
Coggins test, health test, brand inspection |
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What kind of bit do you use and why? |
Dutton shank snaffle, because it's gentle on my broke horse and he works well in it |
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How do you measure the seat of your saddle and what size is yours? |
From the base of the horn to the cantle in inches. 14.5 inches |
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What coat color is associated with the dorsal stripe? |
A dun. The stripe runs fully from the base of the mane And into the tail |
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What is a futurity? |
A chance for younger rough stock animals to showcase their ability with a dummy. Generally two years of age. |
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How is the All Around Cowboy determined and who is it for this year? |
The All Around Cowboy must compete in at least two events. The PRCA cowboy who wins the most prize money in a year while competing in at least two events, winning a minimum of 3000 in each event. Trevor Brazile in tie down, steer roping and team roping |
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Name the horses of the year and their owners for the timed events: |
Team roping heading: "tevo" by Brandon beers Team roping healing: "Rey" by brandy minor Tie down: "Rambo" hunter hema Steer roping: "major" by Thomas snedeir Barrel racing: "cowboy" by HQ bass |
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When does the watch to signal the end of a teams time in team roping stop? |
When both horses are facing each other, the ropes are tight and the judge drops the flag |
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Is there's steer roping in Colorado? |
No |
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What is the only legal head catch on steer roping? |
Slick horns |
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What does the term panty hose mean in team roping? |
A legal catch where the rope comes up and over the steers hips |
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What does it mean when a rough stock rider has "missed his mark"? |
When the cowboy doesn't have their Spurs above the point of the horses shoulders on the first jump out of the chute. Results in a no score |
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What are the differences between bareback and saddle bronc? |
They are different riding styles. The bareback uses a rigging kinda like a handle. While in saddle bronc the cowboy uses a saddle and a rein to lift and find the rhythm the horse moving. Also the horses are generally different. Bareback horses are leaner, quicker and more agile. While saddle Broncs horses are more powerful and muscular. |
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What is a bareback rigging? |
The riding devise used in bareback riding. It's made up of leather and rawhide compost pieces. Also seen as a suitcase handle. It is placed just behind the horses withers |
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Name the cowboy that holds the record for the highest scored ride in bull riding: |
Wade Lesley |
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How many rodeos can a rough stock event cowboy count in his earnings for a spot at the NFR? |
100 max |
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Describe the spurring action of saddle bronc riding: |
The rider lifts with his riding arm and Spurs in rhythm with the horse very controlled and in one fluid motion |
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What does the term tipping refer to? |
Tipping the is cutting of the bull or steers horns to protect them selfs, other animals and the rodeo contestants |
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Name a person from your state that has competed in the NFR: |
Ty wallas in the 2014 champions |
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Is steer roping illegal in any state? |
Yes. It's considered a controversial issue with animal welfare and has been made illegal in Rhode Island |
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How far apart are the barrels placed in barrel racing? |
In a standard arena, from the score line to the 1st and 2nd barrels is 60 feet, between the 1st and 2nd barrels is 90 feed and between the 2nd and 3rd barrel is 105 feet. For smaller arena patterns you may decrease the distance by 5-10 feet increments |
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What do the initials GRA stand for? |
Girls rodeo association: now knows as the WPRA |
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What is the difference between an i soundness and a blemish? |
A blemish is something that takes away from a horses appearance, but an unsoundness is something that physically hinders the horse |
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What is a counter canter? |
A counter canter is when a horse is asked to reach with its opposite leg in a canter. If not asked for it, it is suggested as the wrong lead |
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What is isoxuprine? |
A prescription medication for horses used in the treatment of navicular syndrome. Causes the dilation of blood vessels to improve blood flow to the hoof |
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What is tieing up and how do you treat it? |
A condition where there is a massive continuous muscle spasm along the back of the horse to the rump. The muscles contract but don't relax and the horse will appear in a ton of pain |
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What is conformation? |
The shape or structure of an animal. Evaluates the degree of correctness of a horses bone structures, muscles and proportions. Undesirable conformation can limit the ability to perform a specific test |
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Name four vaccines your horse should have: |
Rabies, west Nile, influenza and tetanus are some that would ensure your horses health |
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What is your vet care program? |
Wormed every other month 5 way vaccine, west Nile vaccine every spring and as needed |
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How did the PRCA get started and what year was it started? |
The organization was created in 1936 when a group of cowboys walked out of a rodeo at Boston gardens to protest the actions of the rodeo promoter WT Johnson who refused to add the Cowboys entry fees to the purse. He finally gave in to the Cowboys demands and the strike lead to the formation of the Cowboys Turtle Association |
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What were two other names for the PRCA and when did they change? |
1936=Cowboys turtle association 1945=Rodeo cowboys Association 1975= PRCA |
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What is the only time a cowboy can be apart of two circuits? |
A cowboy may be apart of two circuits in different events, example would be steer roping in one and team roping in another. |
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Define the term "sucks back": |
When an animal that bucks in one direction then instantly switches to the opposite direction |
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What are the two definitions of slack? |
1. When there is too many rodeo competitors entered into a rodeo and they all wouldn't be able to compete during the actual rodeo performance, they compete during "slack" either the morning of or after the rodeo. 2. Slack is a little le way with the rope. |
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What are the two jobs of a rodeo judge? |
1. Scoring the rider/animal 2. Protect the animal and make sure that they are treated right, animal welfare |
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Name some other events held at the greeley stampede: |
Parade, art show(the foundation gives MRC 1000 dollar scholarship), the night concerts( band perry, white snake, Kenny Rodgers, Garry Allen) |
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Name a PRCA announcer from Colorado: |
Hadley Berrett from Kersey colorado |
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Name a PRCA announcer from Colorado: |
Hadley Berrett from Kersey colorado |
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What cowboy holds the record for the most steer roping titles? |
Guy Allen; with 18 |
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Describe the roll of the Hazer: |
This is another mounted cowboy who rides his horse along the right side of the steer to keep it from veering away from the bull dogger |
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Who is the 2014 Linderman award winner? |
Joe Frost |
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Who is the 2014 all around cowboy? |
Trevor Brazile |
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Who is the 2014 all around cowboy? |
Trevor Brazile |
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Name a stock contractor who has had stock at every NFR in history: |
Bob Barnes, he has also been inducted into the pro rodeo hall of fame |
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Name the four brothers that qualified for the NFR in the same year: |
Cody, Jesse, jake and spencer |
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What size and type of shoe does my horse wear? |
Size 1 plate |
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In general, how much ch does the hoof wall grow in a month? |
Approximately 1/8-1/4 inch per month |
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In general, how much ch does the hoof wall grow in a month? |
Approximately 1/8-1/4 inch per month |
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Where should a horse shoe nail be driven in? |
The bail should start entering the hoof just outside the white line of the hoof |
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Show parts of the hoof: |
Back (Definition) |
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Show parts of the horse: |
Back (Definition) |
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Who is the chairman of the Greeley Stampede? |
There are many different chairman, however she is the chairwoman named Patty Gates |
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Who is the chairman of the Greeley Stampede? |
There are many different chairman, however she is the chairwoman named Patty Gates |
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What is the Calgary Stampede famous for? |
For one its one of the largest rodeos, it also has the 100,000 payout for the champions aswell as the chuck wagon races |
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Who is the chairman of the Greeley Stampede? |
There are many different chairman, however she is the chairwoman named Patty Gates |
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What is the Calgary Stampede famous for? |
For one its one of the largest rodeos, it also has the 100,000 payout for the champions aswell as the chuck wagon races |
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Name some of the sponsors of the Greeley independence Stampede: |
North colorado medical center, bud light, greeley hat works, boot barn, Justin boots, five rivers cattle feeding, king soopers, GMC |
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What is cowboy CHRISTMAS? |
It's a term describing the time that begins unofficially after the Reno rodeo, around the 4th of July and known as cowboy Christmas because of all the rodeos taking place and the amount of money that could potentially be won |
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Where are the steer roping finals held? |
After 5 years of being in Guthrie, OK the event moved to Kansas star arena in Mulvane, KS. |
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Where are the steer roping finals held? |
After 5 years of being in Guthrie, OK the event moved to Kansas star arena in Mulvane, KS. |
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How long must steers remain tied in steer roping? |
6 seconds after releasing the tension in the rope |
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How did steer wrestling get started? |
Historically steer wrestling was not apart of ranch life. But it is claimed to have started by an individual named Bill Pickett, a Wild West performer said to have cause a runaway steer by wrestling it to the ground. *biting lip |
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How does the PRCA protect steers horns in steer roping and team roping? |
All team roping and steer roping cattle shall be protected by horn wraps. The horns on all roping cattle must be blunted to the size of a dime |
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What are long listing and short listings? |
Long listings usually have more information than short listings, such as date, time, who sanctioned the event, the stock contractor, date of entry. While short listings just include date, time and place and the draw results |
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What are long listing and short listings? |
Long listings usually have more information than short listings, such as date, time, who sanctioned the event, the stock contractor, date of entry. While short listings just include date, time and place and the draw results |
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What is a doctors release? |
When someone had been injured he\she needs a doctors release to compete |
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What are long listing and short listings? |
Long listings usually have more information than short listings, such as date, time, who sanctioned the event, the stock contractor, date of entry. While short listings just include date, time and place and the draw results |
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What is a doctors release? |
When someone had been injured he\she needs a doctors release to compete |
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Tell us about the TETWP program: |
Created by Terry Wheatly, it's is a program dedicated to providing local finding for breast cancer awareness, prevention, education, support and equipment. Greeley stampede is June 29th |
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What features on a bit determine how severe the action is? |
The size of the shank an the arch |
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What TV stations broadcast PRCA rodeos? |
CBS Sports Network |
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Name the large outdoor rodeo of the year: |
Cheyenne frontier days |
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Name the large outdoor rodeo of the year: |
Cheyenne frontier days |
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Name the small outdoor rodeo of the year: |
Will Rodgers stampede |
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Name the large outdoor rodeo of the year: |
Cheyenne frontier days |
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Name the small outdoor rodeo of the year: |
Will Rodgers stampede |
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Name the indoor rodeo of the year: |
San Antonio stock show and rodeo |
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Name the large outdoor rodeo of the year: |
Cheyenne frontier days |
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Name the small outdoor rodeo of the year: |
Will Rodgers stampede |
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Name the indoor rodeo of the year: |
San Antonio stock show and rodeo |
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Why did the PRCA change calf roping to tie down roping? |
It put less emphasis on roping a young animal |
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What year did the PRCA develops the Coors man in the can program? |
1984 |
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How does a contestant become an active card meme er? |
An active member is an individual who has submitted a signed the membership application and paid their dues |
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How many states held PRCA rodeos last year? |
The PRCA is the highest paying rodeo organization in the world with 37 US states and 3 Canadian provinces |
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What is the permit incentive program and why was it created? |
It's a program that allows permit holders to compete in PRCA rodeos for 1 year |
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Define purse: |
The money paid to the winner of each rodeo event. It equals the total of the added money and the entry fees |
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Define purse: |
The money paid to the winner of each rodeo event. It equals the total of the added money and the entry fees |
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What is a pick up man? |
The cowboy horseback that assists the bareback and saddle bronc riders in dismounting after the 8 seconds |
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What is the friends of rodeo program? |
A non profit organization that's mission statement is to replace fallacy with fact, to tell society about the events and the animals and equipment |
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What is navicular and how do you treat it? |
Navicular is the rotation downward of the coffin now and it is very painful, however in the early stages can be treated with corrective shoeing |
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What is tetanus and what is another name for it? |
A bacterial disease caused by clostridium tetanii, and enters the body through wounds and digestion |
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What is navicular and how do you treat it? |
Navicular is the rotation downward of the coffin now and it is very painful, however in the early stages can be treated with corrective shoeing |
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What is tetanus and what is another name for it? |
A bacterial disease caused by clostridium tetanii, and enters the body through wounds and digestion |
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About how much blood does an adult horse have that weighs about 1000 pounds? |
Approximately 50 liters; which can loose about 10% of blood before becoming fatal |
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What is navicular and how do you treat it? |
Navicular is the rotation downward of the coffin now and it is very painful, however in the early stages can be treated with corrective shoeing |
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What is tetanus and what is another name for it? |
A bacterial disease caused by clostridium tetanii, and enters the body through wounds and digestion |
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About how much blood does an adult horse have that weighs about 1000 pounds? |
Approximately 50 liters; which can loose about 10% of blood before becoming fatal |
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What is nerving? |
"Neurectomy" is the last resort procedure performed on horses with lameness to the foot, it is a temporary procedure that can relieve the pain fro up to 7 years. The action is to cut the nerves within the foot to loose feeling |
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What is a parrot mouth? |
Occurs when the upper jaw is longer than the lower jaw, making it very difficult to graze |
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What is a parrot mouth? |
Occurs when the upper jaw is longer than the lower jaw, making it very difficult to graze |
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What are heaves? |
Is a chronic, non infectious airway condition in horses that is also called recurrent airway obstruction, usually more than 6 years of age and is the result of an allergic reaction to inhaled particles |
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What is a parrot mouth? |
Occurs when the upper jaw is longer than the lower jaw, making it very difficult to graze |
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What are heaves? |
Is a chronic, non infectious airway condition in horses that is also called recurrent airway obstruction, usually more than 6 years of age and is the result of an allergic reaction to inhaled particles |
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What are the two definitions of chestnut that pertain to horses? |
1. The callousity finger on the inside of the leg, below the hock 2. The redish/brown color coat of the horse |
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What is a parrot mouth? |
Occurs when the upper jaw is longer than the lower jaw, making it very difficult to graze |
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What are heaves? |
Is a chronic, non infectious airway condition in horses that is also called recurrent airway obstruction, usually more than 6 years of age and is the result of an allergic reaction to inhaled particles |
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What are the two definitions of chestnut that pertain to horses? |
1. The callousity finger on the inside of the leg, below the hock 2. The redish/brown color coat of the horse |
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Is a horse a ruminant or a non ruminant? |
A non ruminant, they are simple chambered |
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What is a parrot mouth? |
Occurs when the upper jaw is longer than the lower jaw, making it very difficult to graze |
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What are heaves? |
Is a chronic, non infectious airway condition in horses that is also called recurrent airway obstruction, usually more than 6 years of age and is the result of an allergic reaction to inhaled particles |
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What are the two definitions of chestnut that pertain to horses? |
1. The callousity finger on the inside of the leg, below the hock 2. The redish/brown color coat of the horse |
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Is a horse a ruminant or a non ruminant? |
A non ruminant, they are simple chambered |
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What is a Sweeney? |
A common name for shoulder atrophy(shrinking or wasting) caused by a damaged supra scapular nerve. Treatments include anti inflammatory sand physical therapy |
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Who sponsors the scoreboards? |
Pro rodeo vision |
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Who sponsors the scoreboards? |
Pro rodeo vision |
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What is the Justin boots sports medicine team? |
A mobile team of sports medicine professionals who's job is to aid those rodeo cowgirls and Cowboys who might need it. |
