One of the premier western auctions and shows is called High Noon Western Americana. Kathy and I have attended for many years and are always impressed by the quality of the items. There is a vendor show with maybe 150 booths featuring different western (mostly antique) items and a definitely…
I’ve blogged before about the Angola Prison Rodeo. Another interesting one is the Oklahoma State Penitentiary (McAlester, Oklahoma) which in 2006 started allowing women to compete for the first time. Since 1940, the Oklahoma State Penitentiary has held an annual Prison Rodeo. It is the largest behind-the-walls prison rodeo in…
There will be a memorial tribute to horse trainer legend Ray Hunt who passed away recently. It will be held February 27-28, 2010 at the Will Rogers Memorial Center Watt Arena in Fort Worth, Texas. It has a very unique and wonderful format. From the event website: ” Each of…
From Wikipedia: “Annie Oakley (born Phoebe Ann Mosey August 13, 1860 – November 3, 1926) was an American sharpshooter and exhibition shooter. Oakley’s amazing talent and timely rise to fame led to a starring role in Buffalo Bill’s Wild West show, which propelled her to become the first American female…
The Working Ranch Cowboys Association is dedicated to preserving the heritage and lifestyle of the Working Ranch Cowboy. Randy Whipple is the current President and I’m a member. They sponsor a great ranch rodeo every year to raise money. This year it will be held November 12-15, 2009 in Amarillo,…
