Because 'Murica ...
Fourth of July weekend brings the Northwest Pro Rodeo Association to Vancouver Washington at the Clark County Saddle Club ... and 4 days of celebrating cowboys & cowgirls, stars & stripes, and shout outs for the greatest country on God's green earth.
America ... F Yeah!
Rodeos ... F Yeah!
Comin' again to save the motherf-in' day, Yeah!
The 45th annual Vancouver Rodeo had over $50,000 prize money with over 5,000 people in attendance. It may be small and it is totally local, but it makes up for it because 'Murica.
Parking was $5. Four tickets were $54 for pretty decent Reserved Seating walking up just a few minutes before the parade of Rodeo Girls, Sponsor Flags, and Rodeo Queens. Get there on time because the pageantry of the Grand Entry and flag presentation just may be the most entertaining and patriotic camera moment of all.
Events at the Vancouver Rodeo include
* Mutton Bustin' - Kids ridin' sheep ... fun!
* Steer Wrestling - Bulldoggin' a steer to the ground
* Bull Riding - Dangerous, but only 3 unsuccessful attempts
* Team Roping - Catch 'n release ... yay.
* Barrel Racing - Fast 3-barrel cowgirl racin'
* Tie Down Roping - Man & horse teamwork
* Bareback Bronc - 8 seconds please ... none successful
* Saddle Bronc - Classic rodeo with random scoring
The biggest disappointment with the Vancouver Rodeo was the small size. The arena and bleacher seats were fine; however, there just weren't enough riders. The popular bull riding, bareback bronc, and saddle bronc events all had less than a handful of riders. The crowd had high anticipation, but really only celebrated the mutton busters with one young cowboy who lasted longer than any other pro rider of the night.
Still ... the Vancouver Rodeo was a fun 'n dusty night to celebrate the cowboy lifestyle, Independence Day, and the red, white, and blue. I'm a fan of the small local Vancouver Rodeo.
Why? Because 'Murica ... read more