Rodeo

lands around the horns and his partner dallys up and turns left. Now it’s all up to him and his horse, that his skillfully trained. He knows that without this horse none of it would be possible. Without the sport of rodeo, none of it would be possible. Horses are an integral part of rodeo and Team Roping in particular. Looking…

If you enjoy an adrenaline rush then rodeo might be an excellent sport for you to experience. Even though rodeo can be dangerous, the adrenaline rush and excitement of it is well worth it. Since there are always rodeos going on year round; rodeo is an excellent sport for everyone. When arriving at a rodeo, the best view around is in the saddle and looking at the arena. The participant tells him/herself that when he/she gets inside that arena that they are going to do their job and the horse is…

Rue’s Restaurant slogan, that read “Find the Lord before you need Him, and never, ever sell out your pride or saddle. Cause life's a long, long ride.” He couldn't help but think that he’s 51 years into his ride and still chasing a wild dream some call rodeo. He chuckled at the thought but deep down he was sorta proud to still be on the circuit. He tapped the brake and slowed his old rig down to give his heading partner a little time to take a sharp turn into a crowded parking lot. The parking…

from my plans of a cattle operation, I hope to continue my passion for aviation in a way that will aid in the modernization of my cattle operation but will also add financial support on expenses. Throughout and after college, I hope to participate in rodeo as a saddle bronc rider at the local, college, and with luck at the professional level. After a maximum of three years of college and travel I will return to apply all my gained experience and knowledge on the family…

The Angola Rodeo, a tradition held annually in the Louisiana State Penitentiary, is an event inmates die for. Danger not only subsists in the race itself, but also in the fact that the rodeo doesn’t seem problematic on the surface. The inmates are completely aware of the risks which they are willing to take on for their own fun; they even sign a legal release indicating their free will and waiving culpability of the State of Louisiana. Not only so, it’s a scarce opportunity for them to feel…

How to Bull Ride Bull riding is a rodeo sport that involves a rider getting on a bull, and attempting to stay mounted while trying to make it to the 8 second buzzer. It takes skill and technique to ride a bull, but those who can master it at a young age will for sure make it to the big leagues. Here you'll read about the basics and knowledge you'll need to be a successful bull rider. Proper Equipment Before you climb astride a bull, you need to have the proper knowledge of the sport and…

Someone has taken care of him” said the rodeo staff. The ride to the hospital seemed like an eternity. How far could the hospital be? I kept going in and out of consciousness. The paramedic would do everything to keep me awake. For a while, it felt as if I was going to sleep, and waking up.…

In order to train a horse to race barrels, there are several different parts which have to happen in order to get the horse prepared to do this activity: be physically fit, understand the queues or commands, have a basic understanding of the pattern to be ran and have a reward system in place to allow the horse to succeed and win the race. By accomplishing these tasks, it will allow the rider to win the contest and give the horse a since of accomplishment. Racing barrels is a physically…

Introduction For certain people the struggles and obstacles that they face are ones that are not a product of their choice, rather they are caused by the environment around them. Those who have a disability go through the same routine as most people throughout their day, but for them something as simple as getting to the next floor or even joining an activity that others are doing is not an option. The option to do these things is not determined by them, but rather the world around them. When…

Horses are not just animals. They are healers and teachers to kids and adults who interact with them at The City Ranch in Windsor Mill, MD just five minutes away from Baltimore city. City Ranch’s purpose is to provide horsemanship and horseback experiences to inner-city kids in the greater Baltimore metropolitan area. The non-profit organization has been operating since 2007. The ranch offers a variety of lessons such as horseback riding and therapy riding. Pony parties and workshops in…