Equipment is as important as a cowboy’s ability to become a world rodeo champion.
“As rodeo has changed during the past half century so has equipment used by the contestants,” said Neil Barstow. Continue reading →
Everything Has A Cost
“You can’t eat your cake and have it too.”
The National FFA President, a Kansas farm boy, flew in from business at the nation’s capital to present his inspirational message. Continue reading →
Lifelong Western Showman Takes Exotic Animal Entertainment Nationwide
Never shy with a jive, he forwardly claims to be a “distant cousin of a fellow named Noah who had a big boat.”
It requires a bit of head scratching, but most people can figure out the connection with the prominent Biblical figure. Continue reading →
Lifelong Western Showman Takes Exotic Animal Entertainment Nationwide
Never shy with a jive, he forwardly claims to be a “distant cousin of a fellow named Noah who had a big boat.”
Requiring a bit of head scratching, most people can figure out connection to the prominent Biblical figure. Continue reading →
Hygiene Becomes Important Perspective
“Cleanliness is next to Godliness.”
A common observation repeated frequently the comment takes on even more meaning with today’s worldwide health concerns. Continue reading →
Contracting Livestock For Youth Rodeos Becomes Council Grove Family Business
A lifetime fascination for rodeo and especially bucking horses has turned into a family profession for one Council Grove cowboy.
“I grew up at Strong City home of the Flint Hills Rodeo and loved everything about rodeo,” Jason Fillmore said. Continue reading →
Luxury Horse Rigs Unimportant
“Who can spend the most money to have the biggest and fanciest horse trailer with living quarters?”
Questions similar to that are heard frequently from those driving by rodeo arenas. Continue reading →
Bull Riding Group Advances Sport To Higher Level Of Competition And Spectator Appeal
Horse racing could soon take second place behind bull riding as the world’s greatest spectator sport.
Long considered the most dangerous sport participated in by man, bull riding is reaching new heights of popularity. Continue reading →
BlackJack Saddle Club Show Planned
The BlackJack Saddle Club has another point show planned Saturday, Aug. 29th, announced Albert De La Garza, president.
In Cico Park at Manhattan, show starting time is 9 o’clock. Through a different format, advance entries are being taken online for improved efficiency. Continue reading →
Actions Today Influence Tomorrow
“Youth are the future of the world.”
What children learn during their growing years is foundation for coming generations. Continue reading →