Rodeo Moms Club

Gary Leffew's Bull Riding School

2012-01-24T06:32:00.000-07:00

NLBRA Buckle Rodeo Series

2012-01-11T09:34:00.001-07:00

NLBRARodeos

February 17, 18, 20

March 2, 3

Washington County Fairgrounds

Hurricane UT

Sponsored by Central Utah and DixieLittle Britches Rodeo

Age Divisions

Little Wrangler 5 to 7

Junior 8 to 13

Senior 14 to 18

Events

Goat Tying
Goat Ribbon Pull
Poles
Barrels
Flag Race
Trail Course
Team Roping
TieDown Roping
Breakaway Roping
Ribbon Roping
Jr Bull Riding
Bull Riding
Bareback Riding
Saddle Bronc Riding
Steer Wrestling

Click here for more details All Horse Utah.

Happy Holidays

2011-12-28T15:33:00.001-07:00

Holidays are a time for family and celebration. We wish you an amazing holiday. We look forward to a bright new year!

Steer Wrestling Tip

2011-12-07T15:36:00.001-07:00

In Steer Wrestling, it is important to keep your feet in front of you. As you lean down off your horse onto the steer, be sure to let your horse continue to run by. This pulls your feet forward and puts them in the right position. If you pull your feet off, they will be behind you and you risk the possibility of you and the steer going end over end.

Just like in this picture. You can see his feet are out in front of him as he is getting ready to stop the steer.

Building your abdominal muscles to be able to hold your feet up is an important part to conditioning for this event.

What is a Rodeo Mom?

2011-11-02T20:43:00.001-06:00

Rodeo Moms are dedicated to supporting their kids in rodeo competition. They spend a majority of the their weekends hauling their kids to rodeo. They love their kids but they love their horses too. They spend countless hours in the practice pen working, helping, and teaching. They are also their kids biggest fans. They sacrifice things in their life to provide their kids the gear, horses and entry fees they need to rodeo. They work hard to find balance between maintaining a home and providing their kids the opportunity to do what they love.

Here is my rodeo family:

Smart Roping - Great Advice

2011-10-24T16:43:00.002-06:00

Allen Bach is one of my favorite heelers. I am not sure what it is but I just love to watch him rope. It may have something to do with the nice horses he rides. Or maybe it is that he ropes really well.

Allen has created an amazing site for roping. The site is Smart Roping. This is a great resource for anyone who wants to learn more about Team Roping, Horsemanship, and Competition. There are tons of really great videos. Your kids will be able to use what you learn on this site.

Allen Bach is one of the best coaches in the industry. Beginners and pros come to him for advice. Everything he has is available to you at SmartRoping.com.

My Secret for Sleeping While Traveling

2011-10-20T13:39:00.002-06:00

We are gone most weekends to a rodeo. We travel all over the state of Utah as well as other western states. When we travel, I have a really hard time getting the rest I need to be able to be fully functional the next day. I worry that the alarm won't go off on time and we won't be ready for the rodeo when it starts. I hear every new noise at the place we are staying. If we stay on the rodeo grounds, you can always hear horses, dogs and trucks during the night. By the end of every weekend, I was exhausted and could count the number of hours that I slept on one hand.

I know that sleep is important to your health. But more importantly, I just wanted the energy the next day to enjoy my time at the rodeo and get to watch my kids compete without falling asleep during their performance. I am also very sensitive to almost any drug that is out there. I have been looking for an all natural solution that will allow me to turn off all of the noise and sleep through the night. I also wanted something that I could easily wake up from without feeling groggy the next morning. My husband and I started using Deep-Z. The results are consistent and we feel rested the next day.

For a limited time, they are giving away a completely free sample. Just go to their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/deepzsleep and click Like. Then go to the left and request your FREE sample. This is a limited time offer.

Rough Stock Riding and Safety School

2011-10-06T14:24:00.000-06:00

Rough Stock Riding& Safety School

Utah High School Rodeo Association approved

November 4, 5, 6, 2011

Desert Peaks Complex – Indoor Arena

Tooele, Utah

***Free Safety Seminar Friday Noon - 6:00pm – everyone welcome!***

Saturday & Sunday Comprehensive Riding Instruction

8:00am- 6:00pm Only $175.00

Instructors:

Barebacks: Kelly Wardell, Cody Demers

Saddle Broncs: Rusty Allen

Bull Riding: Shawn Proctor

***Plus several other PRCA members will be on siteto assist in instruction!***

We will comprehensivelycover overall technique and procedure for your individual event – from the beginnersto the professional rider. This will include: equipment, chute safety, andarena safety.

There willbe video and photography coverage available. Video coverage will include areview by your instructor to further assist in the learning process.

Professionalpickup men and bull fighters will be there for your safety. There will be a rangeof bulls and horses available to accommodate your individual riding level.Also, there will be riding equipment available to use if you don’t have any. Ifyou want to try a new event, don’t be afraid to show upon Friday to learn more about the event(s) that you may be interested in.

For Rough stock participants please call

Cody Flitton at 435-851-2202 or

Jared Rydalch at 435-840-4477

Rodeo Grandparents

2011-09-20T10:54:00.002-06:00

Every weekend that we travel to a rodeo, I notice that there are a lot of grandparents who are supporting their grand kids that are competing. The grandparents are there to cheer them on at the actual rodeo but most of their ties go a lot deeper than that.

We are fortunate to be one of those families. My kids' grandparents do come and cheer for the kids at the rodeo. But they do much more than that. They help provide some of the horses my kids have competed on at one time or another. They help us find hay. They give the kids advice on competing, training horses and roping.

I have seen several grandparents pull into a rodeo with one of their horses for their grand kids to compete on. There are those that help their grand kids practice. Ones that sponsor rodeos, prizes or entry fees. Ones that come every weekend to help in any way they can.

I would just like to recognize all of the rodeo grand parents for everything they do. Rodeo is truly a family sport. We are so fortunate to be a part of it.

Great Book on Calf Roping

2011-08-31T12:58:00.000-06:00

Tie down roping is one of my son's favorite events. We spend a lot of time roping, flanking and tying. There are a lot of really great teachers out there but sometimes you just have to go back to the basics. It is great to learn from champions who have proven they can produce new champions.

One of the best books that my son has ever read about calf roping is Calf Roping by Roy Cooper. His methods work. My son used his ideas to help train his current calf horse. She sits in the box, ropes well and consistently works the rope just like she should.

I would highly recommend this book for anyone learning to tie down rope but also for those that are seasoned and want to improve their skills.

Chris Shivers Mini Bull Riding Championships

2011-08-18T14:40:00.001-06:00

Chris Shivers
Miniature Bull Riders Championship
$7,500 Added Money
October 6-8
Golden Spike Arena
Ogden, UT

Contact Gail Bingham
801-710-5595

Ricky Green Team Roping School

2011-08-11T19:27:00.001-06:00

Ricky Green Team Roping School
August 20-21
4B Arena
Craig, Colorado
Cost $350
Contact Sheila Brennise
970-824-4767
970-629-1396

Fantastic Rodeo Toys

2011-08-04T13:02:00.000-06:00

While we were at the Little Britches National Finals Rodeo, I found the best rodeo toys. If your kids were like mine, you bought every cheap corral, fence and cowboy toy you could find. They would build fences, corrals and arenas. They would play farm, ranch and rodeo for hours. I just wish they could have had these toys instead. They are made out of metal and indestructible. They are all handmade.

So you need to check out The Happy Toy Maker.

Here is his website:
www.thehappytoymaker.com

Rodeo Family

2011-07-13T21:37:00.000-06:00

We talk a lot about rodeo being a family sport. For my family, we are definitely closer because of rodeo. What other activities are your kids involved that you spend as much time with them as you do rodeo?

To rodeo, you have to help your kids practice at least a couple of times a week. You spend every weekend traveling with them. You know where they are and who their friends are.

But rodeo is not just about our family. It is about our extended rodeo family. The people that we spend every weekend with. The ones that cheer for our kids as loud as we cheer for theirs. These are the people that we practice, camp and make dinner with. You can always count on your rodeo family.

Since we rodeo all over the state of Utah, we have rodeo family all over. So if we were broke down in Vernal, had a horse go lame in St George or need a vet in Lehi, we know someone close by that will come lend a hand.

We truly love our rodeo family.

Bud Kirby Memorial Rodeo

2011-06-14T21:40:00.000-06:00

NLBRA Presents:

Bud Kirby Memorial Rodeo
July 2-4
ConToy Arena
Mt Pleasant UT

$1,000 Added to the Jackpot
Prizes for the All Around and Event Winners

See flier for more details.
http://www.allhorseutah.com/Library/Junior%20Rodeo/Little_Britches_Rodeo_July2011.pdf

Bailey Guthrie Goat Tying Clinic

2011-05-09T20:40:00.000-06:00

With lots of rodeo left this summer, come learn new techniques while perfecting your own! It’s going to be a great day of goat tying!

Where: 10968 E 145 N Rigby, ID

When: June 4, 2011

Time: 9-5

Cost: $60 Space is limited so Please Call to Reserve Your Spot! 208-403-7990

Bring your own lunch and snacks.

2005-2008 Idaho District 4 Champion Goat Tyer

· 2005-2008 Idaho State Qualifier in Goat Tying

· 2006 & 2008 National High School Finals Goat Tying Qualifier

· 2008 Idaho State Champion Goat Tyer

· 2008 National High School 7^th place Goat Tying Finisher

· 2008 National High School Reserve All Around Champion

· 2009-2010 4^th place Southwest Region Goat Tyer

· 2010 College National Finals Rodeo Reserve Goat Tying Champion

· 2011 Southwest Region Champion Goat Tyer

· 2011 Number 1 Ranked Goat Tyer in the Nation

http://www.collegerodeo.com/Rodeos/National_Standings.asp

Helpful Site for Rodeo Queen Moms

2011-05-01T18:05:00.000-06:00

There has been a lot of interest on the helpful tips and information we post about rodeo queening. I came across a site that is extremely helpful for this event.

The site is Rodeo Royalty. There are great articles on appearance, horsemanship and interviews.

Hope this helps the queen moms.

www.rodeoroyalty.com

NLBRA Bud Kirby Memorial Rodeo

2011-04-14T14:54:00.000-06:00

Central Utah Little Britches
Bud Kirby Memorial Rodeo
May 21-22
Millard County Fairgrounds-Delta, UT

$1,000 Added to Jackpot
Prizes for the All Arounds

Age Groups:
Little Wranglers 5-7
Juniors 8-13
Seniors 14-18

Entries due by May 6.

Click here for the flier.

Be Kind to Your Rodeo Secretary

2011-04-12T22:05:00.000-06:00

As in most positions in a youth rodeo organization, generally the rodeo secretary is a volunteer. They are there donating their time to help the kids. It is always nice when the parents as well as the kids appreciate the efforts put forth by the volunteers at a rodeo. Here are a few suggestions for you to help out your rodeo secretary.

1) Do your best to complete all of the paperwork. Fill out the forms completely.
2) Calculate your fees. Be sure to check with the secretary if you are not sure about all of the fees. It is easier to take care of these before you get to the rodeo. Send your fees with your completed paperwork.
3) Turn your entries in on time. It is difficult for the committee to schedule the right amount of stock if they do not know for sure how many contestants they have. There may or may not be an additional bull, steer or calf for you if you don't enter on time.

Getting the right paperwork and payment on time really helps the secretary to have everything ready when it is rodeo time.

Dixie Jr Rodeo Series Starts This Weekend

2011-04-06T14:08:00.000-06:00

Dixie Jr Rodeo Series
April 8&9

May 21&22
June 17&18
Washington County Fairgrounds, Hurricane UT

Pee Wees are 7 and Under
Juniors are 8-11
Seniors are 12-14

Entries are $10
Contact dixiejrrodeo@gmail.com to enter.

Click here for the flier.

Finding The Right Level of Horse

2011-04-05T16:47:00.000-06:00

It is important to get the right level of horse for your child. As parents, we think our kids are capable of anything. They may be good ropers, good riders and even good trainers but the right level of horse can make a huge difference.

When my daughter was 13, she wanted to start breakaway roping. We didn't really own a breakaway horse. But we thought that we should buy her a younger horse and train it. Then she could grow up with it.

She had trained horses before. She was very good with young horses. She had even taken Reserve Champion in the state 2-handed show. But she had never trained a rope horse.

We bought the horse and sent it to a calf horse trainer for 3 months and brought it home. Then, we started entering her in rodeos. She never had a good shot in the rodeo. She was more worried about making sure the horse was doing things right because she did not want to mess up her training. She was just learning to rope herself. She had to focus on what the horse was doing and what she was doing too. Each weekend she was just more frustrated. She wasn't learning and neither was the horse.

So we sent the horse to my brother in law to rope on for a year. Then we went out and bought a 20 year old rope horse. He wasn't pretty but he was solid in the box. He gave her the same shot every time and she learned to rope.

The point is we need to find the right level of horse for each kid. Sometimes they are not ready for a 1D barrel horse or state champion rope horse. They may just need a good solid seasoned horse that they are comfortable competing on. Kids learn things about pockets, positions and roping from a horse that knows what it is doing. Then they can apply that to a young horse. It is really hard to train a child on an event and train a horse at the same time.

By the way, we got that rope horse back a year later. In that year, my daughter had learned to rope and she was ready to move on from the old horse. Her and that horse have went on to qualify for state high school finals and National Little Britches Finals several years in a row. They have won a lot of breakaway ropings but she need to learn on the old horse first.

ProRodeo Rough Stock Camp

2011-03-30T11:14:00.000-06:00

If your child is interested in learning about Saddle Bronc, Bareback or Bull Riding this is the camp for you. The kids learn about the safety and fundamentals for each event.

Events coming up in April are:
April 2
Red Bluff, CA

April 9
Prescott, AZ

For more details or the full schedule:
http://www.prorodeo.com/youthrodeo.aspx

Feeding Our Child Athletes

2011-03-29T15:16:00.000-06:00

by Teresa Fackrell

Most of the time we may not see our kids as the athletes that they are. We might make sure that our horses have the best nutrition including supplements but do we do the same for our kids. Several of you may say you provide the right nutrition. But I have been to too many rodeos to see the snacks and foods parents are handing their kids.

Most parents are handing their kids sodas, crackers, cookies, candy, rodeo burgers, nachos and a myriad of other junk. These are all empty calories and do nothing to build the body of an athlete. They may provide a temporary energy boost but there is always the sugar crash. On top of the overload of sugar in soda, it also reduces your endurance and strips vital nutrients from your body. Crackers, cookies and chips do not provide any of the essential nutrients your body needs to get stronger.

In order to be in top athletic shape our kids needs to eat like an athlete. It is important that they get the proper nutrition to focus and perform. They need lean protein for sustainable energy and to build muscle. They need fruits and vegetables to get all of the essential nutrients. Adding in nuts, seeds or the good oils like olive, coconut and flaxseed will give them the Omega 3s they need for their brain to be functioning optimally.

Yes it will take some time to plan meals, cook the right things and pack nutritious food. It is time well spent when your kids bodies are performing well. Plan to give them what they need and not what they want.

You can follow a few simple rules to make sure they are getting the nutrition they need.
1) Make sure they are getting 3 servings of lean protein everyday. Eggs, whey protein shakes, turkey, chicken or beef are good choices. Lean means not breaded or deep fried.
2) Try to get in 4-6 servings of fruits and vegetables. Add a banana to a breakfast smoothie, make a veggie omelette, replace the potato chips with some raw veggies as a snack, give them an apple instead of a cookie, or choose a salad instead of a potato for dinner. A good rule for veggies and fruits is to eat a rainbow everyday. The different colors provide different nutrients.
3) Add in some healthy oils. Get a bag of raw nuts for traveling or make your own trail mix without all the sugar. Cook with healthy oils like olive or coconut. Make your own salad dressing with olive oil and spices.

It may take some planning and work but your kids are worth it!

Little Britches Jackpot Rodeo

2011-03-24T10:19:00.000-06:00

Little Britches Jackpot Rodeo

April 9-10
Millard County Fairgrounds-Delta

Sponsored by All Horse Utah
Saturday April 9 Rodeo at 11:00 a.m.
Sunday April 10 Rodeo at 10:00 a.m.

Click here for the flier.

Walt Woodard Team Roping Clinics

2011-03-04T16:07:00.000-07:00

Walt Woodard team roping clinics are extremely popular. He teaches about good horsemanship and how that is important to becoming a great team roper. He has posted his 2011 schedule. Be sure to go to his site and see where there is one close to you.

http://waltwoodard.net/clinics/

Memorabilia Quilt

2011-03-01T11:31:00.000-07:00

So what do you do with that rodeo shirt that your child made their first sheep ride in? Or the jeans that you dyed for a rodeo queen contest? Or the pants that were ripped when he won his first tie down roping? Or the shirt she won her first barrel race in? We all have those outfits saved. They are the memories of our children’s journey and all of their favorite rodeo experiences.

How do you make that into something that you or they can cherish? Make it a Memorabilia Quilt.

A Memorabilia Quilt is a custom order quilt from Rodeo Quilts. Just send Rodeo Quilts the jeans and rodeo shirts that you would like us to use in the quilt. They will work with you personally to choose other coordinating material. Prices will vary based on size and requirements but start at just $85 for the standard size

This is a new service offered at www.rodeoquilts.com.

Tom Lewis Steer Wrestling School

2011-02-27T15:58:00.000-07:00

Tom Lewis Steer Wrestling School
March 19
Lewis Arena-Lehi

Tom Lewis has been helping high school students learn the fundamentals of steer wrestling to win High School State Championships. He recognized the need for a steer wrestling school where students can learn proper techniques. Tom has a system that allows steer wrestlers to learn at a controlled rate, advancing at their own pace.

Tuition $150
Call 801.592.0763 or email tlewis@sunroc.net

Miniature Bull Riding World Tour

2011-02-21T11:47:00.000-07:00

What a great opportunity for our young bull riders!

This World Tour Stop will take place at the Golden Spike Event Center in Ogden, UT on March 26^th, 2011.

Entries are open now and will close on March 12^th, 2011 at which time all forms and fees must be paid in full.

This is a spectacular event. The bull riders will feel as if they are at a mini PBR. There is smoke, fireworks and pyrotechnics. We have one of the very best announcers around. It will be something they will remember for the rest of their lives.

Entry fees are $65. It is 100% payback with $1000 added. Custom made Trophy Spurs to the first place finisher in each age group.

Age groups are as follows: Tiny Tots ages 3-4, Pee Wees ages 5-6, Jr. Bull Riders ages 7-10 and Sr. Bull Riders ages 11-14. Must be under 14 as of October 1^st, 2010. Must weigh 125lbs or less.

Check in will be at 3:00 in the Golden Spike. There will be a MANDATORY contestant and stock contractor meeting at 4:00. The draw will be done after the meeting.

Please fill out an entry form, release form and cowboy/cowgirl bio, a copy of birth certificate and send them along with your fees to:

Doug Madsen, P.O. Box 14, Honeyville, UT 84314 (801)540-2036 or

Gaile Bingham, P. O. Box 234, Honeyville, UT 84314 (801)710-5595

Jake Barnes Team Roping School

2011-02-14T21:37:00.000-07:00

Jake Barnes Team Roping School

Friday, February 25, 2011

Logan, Utah ~ Fairgrounds Indoor Arena

10 Headers & 10 Heelers

$400/person $100 deposit

Call Troy Lowe to register 435-757-9267

Introducing Rodeo Quilts

2011-02-08T20:25:00.000-07:00

This is an essential for every rodeo mom. I carry one in my trailer and one in my car. They are great for putting down on those cold hard rodeo benches. It is good for covering up in any weather. It is nice for putting down on the grass for the little ones to nap at the rodeo. They are warm and durable.

These quilts are made with denim squares. It makes them durable and heavy to keep you warm. They are hand made and hand quilted. Each quilt is unique. You will use them all the time.

Go here to look at all of the ones currently available:
www.rodeoquilts.com

CSI Champions Rodeo School

2011-02-08T08:01:00.001-07:00

Dates: February 25, 26, 27, 2011
Place: College of Southern Idaho Expo Center. Twin Falls, Idaho
Events: Bull Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Bareback Riding
Instructors:
o KELLY WARDELL: *4X NFR Bareback Qualifier, Olympic
Medalist, PRCA Season Champion.
o BRIAN TUBBS: *CSI Roughstock Coach, former PRCA Bronc
Rider and Instructor of numerous champions.
o GARY LEFFEW: *PRCA Hall of Famer, 1970 World
Champion Bull Rider, 7X NFR Qualifier.

 Instruction includes bucking machines, video, classroom, and plenty of
bucking bulls and horses.
 Positive Thinking & Mental Attitude Seminar by Gary Leffew
 Tuition: $375-Bareback & Saddle Bronc
$400-Bull Riding Cash or money order only.

 $100 deposit due by February 11, 2011.
 Limited Enrollment in all events. Open to all ages and experience levels.
 Contestants must have proof of insurance.
 Contact: Steve Birnie or Brian Tubbs

Phone: 208-732-6620 208-732-6618
Cell: 208-421-0853 208-420-9151

College of Southern Idaho
Rodeo Program
P.O. Box 1238
Twin Falls, Idaho 83303

SUU Goat Tying Clinic

2011-02-01T07:51:00.000-07:00

Southern Utah University is putting on a goat tying clinic.

February 18-19
Cedar City, Utah

Featuring:
Kendra Hoffman
Carli Jo Baty
Milli Hughes

Whether you are just starting to tie or looking to shave off a few seconds this clinic is for you.

$200 per student for 2 days of instruction.
Saturday breakfast provided.

Contact Carli Baty @ 435-225-0890
or Milli Hughes @ 435-619-3333

Western Desert Youth Rodeo Series

2011-01-27T19:49:00.000-07:00

Western Desert Youth Rodeo Association
January 28-29
February 25-26
March 11-12

Deseret Peak Complex-Tooele Utah

Click here for the flier.

Little Britches Rodeo - $2,500 Added

2011-01-25T19:49:00.000-07:00

Little Britches Rodeo

March 25-27
Washington County Fairgrounds - Hurricane Utah
$2,500 Added to Jackpot
Sponsored by Dixie Little Britches Rodeo

Friday March 25 Rodeo at 5:00 p.m.

Saturday March 26 Rodeo at 11:00 a.m.

Sunday March 27 Rodeo at 10:00 a.m.

More details at www.allhorseutah.com.

Rodeo Mom Down and Out

2011-01-23T10:38:00.002-07:00

So what happens when your son separates a shoulder in October and you take the winter off from rodeo. Well since you don't help the kids practice or keep the horses in shape, you get out of shape. You gain weight. You start to hibernate.

Winter in Utah is not friendly. So you go out to shovel wet heavy 12 inches of snow. What happens to your out of shape body? Well you end up hurting yourself. I have a twisted SI joint and a torn abdominal muscles down by my groin. Can you say ouch? Yeah I have not really been out for 3 weeks. Going to work seems to be all I can manage. Thanks to the chiropractor I am improving.

The moral to this story is you have to stay in shape even when your kids are not practicing. Get out there and get some horses rode and keep moving.

Joe Beaver Schools Near You

2011-01-21T13:06:00.000-07:00

One of the best roping clinics I have ever taken my son to was the Joe Beaver tie down school. It was held in Utah last May. The kids worked really hard the whole time we were there but I was amazed at the personal interested he took in each one. I was completely surprised when we ran into him 7 months later and the NFR and he remembered my son's name and about the school.

We learned a lot of little things that made a hug difference in his flanking, roping and tying. I would highly recommend his school to anyone wanting to get an edge in their competition. You can go to his page here to find a school near you:
http://www.joebeaver.com/schools.html

Mike Beers Team Roping School

2011-01-15T07:58:00.002-07:00

Mike Beers Team Roping School
February 25-26
Spanish Fork Fairgrounds-Spanish Fork
Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Contact Rory Ripple
801-367-1154
Click here for the flier.

Gary Leffew Bull Riding School

2011-01-10T09:36:00.001-07:00

Gary Leffew

BULL RIDING SCHOOL

*** March 17, 18, 19, 2011 ***

Nephi, UT Fairgrounds

Students are limited – $100 deposit required

(deposit will be applied toward tuition cost)

Bull Riding Tuition $450.00

Steer Riding Tuition $375.00

Confirm your spot!

Contact: (Entries) Shawn Stephens 801-380-5265

Mail Fees Payable to Leffew Bull Riding School

c/o Shawn Stephens

5079 West 9600 South

Payson UT 84651

(Info) Gary Leffew 805-929-4286

Alumni

HUGO PEDRERO KODY LOSTROH STEVE WOOLSEY

2009 CBR CHAMP 2009 PBR CHAMP 4 TIME NFR QUALIFIER

Diamond Fork Junior Rodeo Series

2011-01-07T09:34:00.000-07:00

Diamond Fork Rodeo Series
January 15, February 19, March 19
Spanish Fork Fairgrounds
Spanish Fork, Utah

Click here for more information.

Don't Forget

2010-08-06T23:52:00.001-06:00

Tonight I had a great reminder that I wanted to share with all moms especially rodeo moms. We get so wrapped up in the day to day tasks that we forget a very important part of Life and Motherhood. Being a rodeo mom we have the responsibility of making sure that our kids are practicing and we forget to have FUN! So tonight I threw a little fun into our practice.

First, we had family and friends with us this always helps. Kids feed off of each other and without realizing they help each other reach new levels.

Second, I took some much needed one on one time. I focused on my younger son. He loves to run barrels and poles but often his practice time gets shortened or skipped all together for roping.

Third, we had a little friendly competition in the practice pen. The boys were all flanking and tying calves. When I say boys this is dads included. They were timing each other and betting drinks. My oldest son was struggling so I went over and joined the competition. I bet him I could flank and tie a calf. To everyone's amazement I did it. This did two things. Gave me bragging rights and made my son try even harder. It is not cool to get beat in front of your peers by your mom.

Probably the most important thing is we were having fun. There was no yelling and fit throwing. I gained a new perspective which will aid me in coaching my kids in the practice pen. We all know how important practice is to being number one but do we know how important fun practice is for having confident, happy, successful little cowboys and cowgirls.

Cool Summer Treat

2010-07-23T12:01:00.001-06:00

This is a fun easy recipe great for family reunions and BBQ s this summer.

2 Pkg of your favorite icecream sandwiches. I used Meadow Gold Mint Choc Chip.
1 bottle of caramel topping
1 8 oz cool whip
your favorite choc topping.

Layer 1 box of sandwiches on the bottom of cake pan. Next use 3/4 of your caramel topping on the layer of ice cream sandwiches. Your 3rd layer is the 2nd box of ice cream sandwiches. Then cover the top and sides with cool whip. Drizzle remaining caramel and chocolate on top. You could add your favorite candy bar as well. Have fun this is an easy and very versatile recipe.

Worth Quoting

2010-07-15T22:24:00.000-06:00

Champions do not become champions when they win the event, but in the hours, weeks, months and years they spend preparing for it. The victorious performance itself is merely the demonstration of their championship character.

New vinyl shadows

2010-07-05T10:38:00.001-06:00

Everyone has a vinyl decal for their truck and trailer. Most of us just have a generic image of our favorite rodeo image. Why not have the best? You can have your favorite image personalized with your favorite people. We can take most high quality images and turn them into a vinyl decal perfect for personalizing your Truck, Trailer, or home decor. For pricing and more information contact Lisa with lisasvinylcreations.com email lisa@lisasvinylcreations.com.

Beginner Bull Riding Clinic-Upcoming Event

2010-06-30T21:56:00.000-06:00

Beginner Bull Riding Clinic

Instructed by Pete Poulsen
Pete has instructed Justin Anderson Utah State High School Champion and many other to win.

Sponsored by Triple P Rodeo and Central Utah Little Britches

Come learn the basic on equipment, safety and riding.

Triple P Bull Riding Arena – Nephi

July 9 6:00 p.m.

Basics

Equipment

Safety

July 10 8:00 a.m. (Lunch provided)

How to Practice

Practice Rides

Review

Buckle Competition

Bulls for all types of beginners

Cost $150

Limit of 10 Riders

1st 10 Riders to Send $50 Deposit will be entered.

DVD of Ride Provided After the Clinic

Proof of Insurance Required
Signed Waiver Required

Call Teresa Fackrell at 435-623-5374 or email at teresa@allhorseutah.com.

Uintah Basin Kids Rodeo-Upcoming Events

2010-06-28T08:05:00.001-06:00

Uintah Basin Kid Rodeos

Date Time Entries Location

July 28, 2010 6:00 pm July 13-15 Avalon Arena

Aug 4, 2010 6:00 pm July 28–29 Avalon Arena

Aug 10, 2010 6:00 pm Aug 3-5 Duchesne Fair Grounds

Aug 18, 2010 6:00 pm Aug 10–11 Avalon Arena

Sept 6, 2010 9:00 am Aug 18-19 Avalon Arena

All entry dates will open at 8:00 am and close at 10:00pm

(No entries taken before opening dates and no late entries)

Calf riding, Steer riding, Barrel racing, Pole bending, Goat tying, Break-away calf roping, Team roping

$10.00 entry fee per event.

Age Division as of Jan.1, 2010

Divisions: 8 and under; 9-12; 13-16

Each rodeo will be a jackpot with points being accumulated from the five rodeos to determine series champions. Awards will be given out at the Sept. 6, 2010 rodeo for the three age divisions, buckles for event champions and saddles to all-around champions.

Five and Under Fun Division Goat Ribbon Pull. $2.00 entry fee

Western Wear Required

For more info & to enter call Shane and Lisa Frost, 435-545-2415

www.allhorseutah.com/UBKRI.htm

Cow Country Junior Rodeo-Upcoming Event

2010-06-25T20:04:00.001-06:00

Manila Utah
July 5 6:00 p.m.

Events

5&under goat ribbon pull $3 (can enter at the rodeo),

Pee-wee: 6 & under mutton busting, 7 & up calf riding, goat tying, pole bending, & barrel racing. Junior & Senior events: steer riding, goat tying, pole bending, barrel racing, breakaway roping, senior tie down calf roping (boys only), senior goat tying (girls only), & team roping. (Team ropers may have an adult partner.)

All stock events will be $12 entry fee and non stock will be $10 entry fee, remember it is CASH ONLY/ NO CHECKS!

Age groups

Age group is determined by contestant’s age as of January 1st 2010.

Pee-Wee 9 & Under

Junior 10-13

Seniors 14-17 (or the summer after their Senior year of High School)

Contestants can only earn points in their top four events for Juniors and Seniors and their top three for Pee-Wees but can compete in as many as they want for money payout and end of year event prizes. Points collected count towards all-around prizes which will be awarded following the last rodeo on September 4th. A saddle will be awarded to the all-around boy and girl in each age group.

Please check Rules and Regulations for decisions on points, how they accumulate, how ties are decided, etc.

More information is available at www.daggettcounty.org/ccjr.

You may also contact the CCJR Rodeo Committee: 307-747-8761 or ccjr@daggettcounty.org

Photo of the Week

2010-06-22T12:42:00.000-06:00

Daddy's Little Cowgirl!

Cowgirls don't cry

Brooks and Dunn

Her daddy gave her, her first pony
Then taught her to ride
She climbed high in that saddle
Fell I don't know how many times
Taught her a lesson that she learned
Maybe a little too well

Cowgirls don't cry
Ride, baby, ride
lessons of life are going to show you in time
soon enough your gonna know why
it's gonna hurt every now and then
if you fall get back on again
Cowgirls don't cry

Looking for Youth Volunteers-Upcoming Event

2010-06-16T09:00:00.000-06:00

3rd Annual
This Is The Place Heritage Park
Youth Rodeo
9 am to 5 pm
July 3 and 5, 2010

We invite you to participate with us as our guests learn what it is like to be a part of a rodeo.

We are interested in having young “real” rodeoers help with our event and/or do some demonstrations between our rodeo events on each of the two days.

If you are interested, please contact

Viki Strong

This Is The Place Heritage Park

801 618-5821 or vikistrong@thisistheplace.org

Tip

2010-06-15T09:00:00.000-06:00

How to Remove Red Clay Stains

Remove dried clay with a dull knife or a spoon (or go outside and give the garment a shake). Apply liquid dish soap to the stain and let it sit overnight. Machine wash. If any stain remains, apply a color-safe bleach directly on the fabric or flush with rubbing alcohol, then machine wash again.

Girls Rodeo Camp - Upcoming Events

2010-06-13T19:10:00.001-06:00

Girls Rodeo Camp

Four day camps covering Girls Rodeo Events!!!!

Barrel Racing

Pole Bending

Goat Tying

Breakaway Roping

Camp will be held June 15-18 in Freedom (Moroni), Utah!!

At each camp day 1 will be barrel racing, day 2 pole bending, day 3 goat tying, and day 4 breakaway roping.

Camp is open to students ages 6 and up. All students must be able to handle their own horse. Each camp is limited to 12 participants. Sign Up Now to reserve your spot!!!

Fee is only $325 per student for 4 days, $255 for 3 days, $180 for 2 days, or $100/ day (family rates can be offered for more than one member in the same family and single day fees are available). Fee includes instruction, stock, food, craft items, pen for your horse, and one dutch oven dinner!!!

Campers my commute to and from the facility, they may bring their own trailers and plug in, or they can "camp out" in tents. The choice is yours!!!

Don't miss your chance to learn and become more competitive while having fun among friends!!!

For more information contact Kendra at 435-851-0868 or Troy at 435-619-0746 or e-mail at Kendra.Sagers@Wasatchacademy.org

Allen Bach One on One Coaching

2010-06-08T21:56:00.000-06:00

Allen Bach One on One Coaching
Heber City Utah

Allen Bach Clinic, featuring 2-time World Champion Matt Sherwood, in the beautiful Utah mountains. Allen specializes in training ropers at all levels to win. He is the highest money earner in the history of PRCA team roping. Proving that he has developed a way to win with any partner in any situation. When you leave you will be equipped to win more than ever.

Dates:
June 14-15
July 5-29
Aug 9-Sep 3

Included:
Video Replay
Hook Up and Pens

For more information go to www.allenbachroping.com.

Blog Update

2010-06-07T22:06:00.000-06:00

Wow! Where did the last couple of weeks go? Don't you have to ask yourself this sometimes?

Well it started May 21st with a 3-day Little Britches Rodeo. Then came graduation on Wednesday. Followed by traveling to a Joe Beaver Tie Down School on Friday. Then we had nieces and nephews for the first week of summer. Followed by getting ready for State High School Rodeo Finals. Whew!

The Joe Beaver Tie Down School was amazing! I would highly recommend it to anyone. Those boys worked hard for 2 solid days but they all came away with things that will definitely improve their times. Brent not only got to meet his idol but he got to rope in front of him and have him help him personally with his roping, flanking and tieing. Honestly, I learned more in this school than any other rope school that I have went with my kids.

Brent went from roping 17-18 to his final time of 12 seconds. He has been so motivated since we got home. He is doing something to practice tie down for over an hour every day. To find the school closest to you, go to www.joebeaver.com.

Anyway, although we are in full time rodeo season, we are getting back on track with Rodeo Moms Club. Look for a lot of new events coming up and another contest!

Worth Quoting

2010-05-21T09:00:00.000-06:00

"All successful people have a goal. No one can get anywhere unless he knows where he wants to go and what he wants to be or do."

Norman Vincent Peale

Bull Riding School - Upcoming Event

2010-05-20T07:38:00.000-06:00

JUNE 4th & 5th

Honeyville UT

Instructed by El Odriscal

3 time wilderness circuit finals qualifier

1 time PBR finals qualifier

El has taught and helped many riders including:

2x UHSRA State champion bullrider Tim Bingham

09 RMPRA reserve champion bullrider Tyler Bingham

07-08 NWMBR Finals champions Wyatt Mecham & Jake Larue

Cost is 250.00

Entries are limited so students will have more personal instruction.

Bulls for all skill levels (beginner to advanced)

All students will learn to ride “Safe Correct & better!”

For info and entries call “EL”

(801)-791-3240

Volunteering

2010-05-18T21:22:00.002-06:00

By Teresa Fackrell
"We make a living by what we get, we make a life by what we give." Winston Churchill

Although I work full time and have 2 kids to keep up with, I really enjoy contributing. I am not the type of person who can sit at a rodeo and just watch. So in addition to my full time responsibilities, I volunteer as much as possible.

I teach 4H every Thursday, secretary for Central Utah Little Britches, jackpot secretary for Central Utah Junior Rodeo and put together the program for the Juab High School Rodeo team. The best part is knowing that what I do benefits the kids who are working, riding, roping and practicing hard each day.

For some moms, they may feel a little out of place at a rodeo. They may not know how to help. When I first started volunteering, I really had no idea how to do a rodeo payback. Someone knew that I worked with computers and was good at math. So they said can you help do our jackpots. Of course I said yes. But I still had to learn how to calculate the number of kids, the entry fee and the percentage to pay back. Now, I organize an entire rodeo.

Junior rodeos especially are made up solely of volunteers. The people timing, helping push cows, opening and closing the gate, and being the secretary are doing it to help the kids.

If you are at a junior rodeo and want to, just ask what you can do. Normally, all committees would really appreciate any additional help. Even if you don’t know what to do ask and someone will teach you. It really is a learn as you go thing. Even if you just help open and close a gate that frees someone else up to move cows or set up the barrels. So don’t be afraid to jump in. It will be greatly appreciated.

I also want to send many thanks to the volunteers. I am always amazed at the amount of time and dedication that people volunteer for junior rodeos. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!!

Competition and Nutrition

2010-05-14T16:58:00.000-06:00

by Teresa Fackrell

Most of the time we may not see our kids as the athletes that they are. We might make sure that our horses have the best nutrition including supplements but do we do the same for our kids. Several of you may answer yes. But I have been to too many rodeos to see the snacks and foods most parents are handing their kids.

Most parents are handing their kids sodas, crackers, cookies, candy, rodeo burgers, nachos and a myriad of other junk. These are all empty calories and doing nothing to build the body of an athlete. They may provide a temporary energy boost but there is always the sugar crash. On top of the overload of sugar in soda, it also reduces your endurance and strips vital nutrients from your body. Crackers, cookies and chips do not provide any of the essential nutrients your body needs to get stronger.

In order to be in top athletic shape our kids needs to eat like an athlete. It is important that they get the proper nutrition to focus and perform. They need lean protein for sustainable energy and to build muscle. They need fruits and vegetables to get all of the essential nutrients. Adding in nuts, seeds or the good oils like olive, coconut and flaxseed will give them the Omega 3s they need for their brain to be functioning optimally.

Yes it will take some time to plan meals, cook the right things and pack nutritious food. It is time well spent when your kids bodies are performing well. Plan to give them what they need and not what they want.

You can follow a few simple rules to make sure they are getting the nutrition they need.
1) Make sure they are getting 3 servings of lean protein everyday. Eggs, whey protein shakes, turkey, chicken or beef are good choices. Lean means not breaded or deep fried.
2) Try to get in 4-6 servings of fruits and vegetables. Add a banana to a breakfast smoothie, make a veggie omelette, replace the potato chips with some raw veggies as a snack, give them an apple instead of a cookie, or choose a salad instead of a potato for dinner. A good rule for veggies and fruits is to eat a rainbow everyday. The different colors provide different nutrients.
3) Add in some healthy oils. Get a bag of raw nuts for traveling or make your own trail mix without all the sugar. Cook with healthy oils like olive or coconut. Make your own salad dressing with olive oil and spices.

It may take some planning and work but your kids are worth it!

Flag Racing Part One

2010-05-10T07:45:00.001-06:00

by Lisa Woodland

Little Britches has an event for Little Wranglers and Jr Boys called, Flag Racing. I first did this event in 4-H and then in some riding clubs. It is a gymkhana event that has a few variations according to the association. I have to say when I watch my little boys have a good run this is one of my favorite events.

The course consists of two barrels set on opposite sides of the arena approximately 100 feet from the starting line. On top of the left-hand barrel is a bucket of oats, on the top of the right-hand barrel is a bucket of oats with a flag sticking in it.

The contestant is given a flag at the gate. The object is to ride around the pattern as quickly as possible, STICKINʼ the flag carried in the left hand bucket and PICKINʼ the flag in the the right-hand bucket and carrying it back across the start/finish line.

A contestant is disqualified for knocking over the barrel or bucket, failing to get the first flag in the bucket, failing to retrieve the second flag, for circling the barrel, going on the wrong side of the barrel, using the flag as a whip, or if either flag is dropped. Carrying the flag anywhere but in the hand results in a five second penalty.

Turn and Look - Picture of the Week

2010-05-06T14:28:00.000-06:00

This what we are talking about when we yell look. You gotta get you head and body pointing the right direction so the horse can finish their turn. Love seeing how deep those barrel horses get into their turn.

Walt Woodard Team Roping Clinic - Upcoming Event

2010-05-05T14:09:00.002-06:00

Walt Woodard Team Roping Clinic
June 11-13
Castle Dale Indoor Arena

Come learn from the 2-Time World Champion

Call early...Limited entry
3-day clinic $450 per roper
Reserve your spot with a $250 non-refundable deposit
Lunch provided each day

Call Coco @ 1-435-749-2242 $450.00

Getting It All Done

2010-05-03T14:18:00.000-06:00

by Teresa Fackrell

As you look at each week, you may feel overwhelmed with so many things to get done. As a rodeo mom, you have daily mom duties but you also have to make sure that your chores are done, your kids get to school, you go to work and you get your kids to practice. This week for example, not only do I have to work a full time work schedule but we have a rodeo to put on for High School Rodeo that is Friday and Saturday.

In addition to working, I need to get the all the laundry done, go to the grocery store, pack the trailer and get my kids to practice at least 3 days this week. Plus finish the program for the rodeo and enter all the jackpot information. Here are some tips to help get you through it and get motivated to do more.

First, congratulate yourself. Women are amazing. We are great at multi-tasking. Although I may be stressed about it today, by Friday I know I will have everything ready and we will have a great weekend at the rodeo.

Second, can I mention lists? The best way to get things done is to know exactly what you need to do. So today before I leave work, I will make a list of all the things that need to happen by Friday. Also when, I clean and go through the trailer we are staying in, I will make a list of things that need to be bought before we go. You should also prioritize the list. There is always too much to do. So make sure you only do what is important. There is a great sense of accomplishment when you get mark things off of the list.

Third, put your priorities on a schedule. Most people waste a lot of time because things are not scheduled. If you break your tasks up into manageable pieces of time, you will get a lot more done. Also, you need to learn to set time limits for things. For example, tonight we only have 2 hours for practice because we need to get home and start cleaning the trailer. So only practice for 2 hours. It is way too easy to let things go beyond schedule but if you stick to it, I promise you will get more done.

Fourth, reward yourself. One of my favorite rewards is to do absolutely nothing Sunday morning when we get home from a rodeo. Really. I make some coffee in the morning, grab a blanket and watch HGTV for a couple of hours. Yes I don’t watch anything horse related. Or I pop in a movie usually a chick flick. Then when I have chilled for a little while I will get my children back to work, clean the trailer and deal with everything else left over after a rodeo weekend.

Worth Quoting

2010-05-01T10:02:00.000-06:00

Scars remind us where we've been, they don't have to dictate where we're going.

Pole Bending Clinic - Upcoming Event

2010-04-30T09:57:00.008-06:00

Pole Bending Speed Event Horsemanship Clinic

Featuring:

KEN SMITH

May 7-9, 2010
Craig, Colorado

Contact:
Sheila Brennise
ph#970-824-4767
sbrennise@aol.com

See more information about Ken Smith here.

Breakaway Roping - Picture of the Week

2010-04-28T09:00:00.001-06:00

This is a great picture of getting the rope around the calf's neck. However sometimes when I look at rodeo pictures, I really wonder how horses move like that. We catch them at the weirdest angles.

Get Your Rope Going

2010-04-26T07:25:00.001-06:00

Although this is a breakaway tip that we have talked about before it is extremely important. The best way to have the fastest time in breakaway roping is to get your rope going quickly. You should be swinging as soon as you nod. There is no other way to be in the 2 to 3 second times without swinging fast.

As you can see in the picture, the calf is not even completely out of the chute but his rope is already in full swing.

Even when you are practicing, start your swing in the box. You may even want to take a few runs where you don't rope but just get that start right. So let the calf out focusing on getting your swing started. Sometimes you need to just work on one thing at a time.

Getting Ready - Picture of the Week

2010-04-22T08:07:00.000-06:00

Sometimes the thing I like best about youth rodeo is the family moments. When parents are making sure everything is just right before the kids enter the arena. They try to give them the best chance for a winning performance.

Steer Wrestling School - Upcoming Event

2010-04-20T07:55:00.000-06:00

rockinropinpen.com

Presents

Luke Branquinho

Steer Wrestling School

May 27-29, 2010

*Where: Salina, Utah

*Cost: $450 (Sign up before May 5, & receive $50 off)

*Deposit of $150 will guarantee your spot.

**There are limited spots available**

**BUCKLE given to winner of the Jackpot following the school.

**Other awards and certificates will also be given.

For more information please contact Kody Jacobs

*435-773-0754 or 435-669-4564

Easy Practice Night Recipe

2010-04-19T13:47:00.000-06:00

Easy Yummy Crockpot Chicken Tacos

Ingredients:

4-5 Chicken Breasts

1 Can Stew Tomatoes

1 Can Rotel Tomatoes

1 Package Taco Bell Taco Seasoning

To prepare:

1) In the morning put chicken and all ingredients in the crock pot on low.

2) When you get home from work or an hour or so before eating, shred the chicken.

3) Then serve with your favorite taco condiments like sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.

This is a really delicious easy recipe that you can have cooking while your family is out practicing. Then all you need to do when you come in from practice is break out the tortillas and fixings and you have an easy dinner. It is also great for salads, quesadillas and burritos.

Winners!

2010-04-16T21:50:00.001-06:00

Our 3 lucky winner have been randomly chosen. The winner will receive their quote n vinyl from Lisa's Vinyl Creations.

'Tough times don't last, tough people do"
Submitted by Kathy

"Don’t go where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path. . . and leave a trail."
Submitted by Mandee

"Winning isn't everything but, wanting to is!"
Submitted by Rachel

We appreciate your comments. There are a lot of really great quotes and motivations for other to use.

If you are one of the lucky ones above, just contact Lisa at lisa@lisasvinylcreations.com.

Little Britches Jackpot Rodeo

2010-04-15T12:00:00.000-06:00

NLBRA Jackpot Rodeo

May 21-23

Millard County Fairgrounds

Delta Utah

Vet Box for Tack Room and Trailer

2010-04-14T14:41:00.002-06:00

A good rule of thumb for a rodeo mom is to have a vet kit on hand. You never know when you are going to have to clean, dress and administer a little helping hand to your best ride or someone else in the rodeo family.

First of all a prayer in your heart that you will be able to fix what’s broken – that’s instinct really for all mom's I know. These are items that I have on hand for all types of mom – vet work!

1. Tool box or box to hold supplies and equipment
2. Vet Wrap – doubles for Halloween costumes or compression
3. Gauze – good to put with vet wrap or bandages
4. Diapers – these are great to bandage with, soak up fluid or blood
5. Beta dine – great for hoof abscess, cleaning wounds
6. Bantamine – muscle relaxer, must have a scribe to get, critical if your horse starts to colic
7. Ace – depressant – must have a scribe to get
8. Syringe – good for water fights on a hot day or administering medicine
9. Needles
10. Penicillin – cure all
11. Furazene or ointment to help with infections I really like Neosporin
Which is a human product but works great.
12. Hoof Freeze – made by Hawthorne Product
13. Ice O Gel or FreezeEx – good for muscle strains or wind puffs
14. Leg wraps – good for wrapping muscle strains
15. Quilted wraps- good for heat wraps
16. Equine boot – lost shoes – hoof abscess
17. Ice packs - strained muscles
18. Ice boot – strained muscles
19. Scissors – hair cuts?
20. Duck tape – mouthy rodeo kids after a slow run? Hoof abscess,
21. Saran wrap – heat wraps
22. Dish soap – cleaning of wounds
23. Clean dry towels – water fights - compression bandage if nothing else
24. Alcohol – sterilize
25. Holy water – not a blessing from a father but a great rub made here in Utah

These are items that I seem to use year around. There are some great websites that go along with these products, and all of these you can purchase at a feed store or the vet.

Contest Entry Reminder

2010-04-12T20:14:00.000-06:00

Our first contest ends this Thursday April 15. Be sure to get your entry today!

Just submit your favorite motivational or rodeo related quote. Your quote can be turned into vinyl art by Lisa's Vinyl Creation.

Get all the details here.

Worth Quoting

2010-04-09T10:50:00.001-06:00

"Don't be afraid to go after what you want to do,
and what you want to be.
But don't be afraid to be willing to pay the price."
Lane Frost

Great New Product - Cowgirl Dirt Make-Up

2010-04-06T19:38:00.000-06:00

Cowgirl Dirt is an all natural, organic mineral makeup line made with all cowgirls and cowgirls at heart in mind.

Unlike Bare Escentuals™ and Bare Minerals, we don't use parabens, chemicals or unnecessary fillers while creating our products. If you are currently using Bare Escentuals or bareMinerals you owe it to yourself to give our products a try - you and your cowboy will both see the difference!

Our collections are created with the cowgirl in mind:

The Cute Cowgirl Package includes the Wheat Field base eye shadow, along with Matte Copper and Matte Saddle Up eye shadow. It also includes Cow Pie eye liner. Topped off with Sweet Tea lip tint and a glossy White Lightening lip gloss.

Price: $48.94 YOU SAVE $10.00

Flirty Farmgirl is all about pink. This package includes Wheat Field eye shadow (base), Tough Enough, and Let's Ride. It comes with Black Gold Eye Liner, Flicka Lip Tint, and Cowgirl Pucker Lip Gloss.

Price: $48.94 YOU SAVE $10.00

Barn Beauty is all about natural colors. It starts with a Dirt base eye shadow. Followed by Tumbleweed and Arena Sand eye shadows. Cow Pie eye liner and Flicka lip tint top it off. Southern Sky will give that extra glow you need.

Price: $48.94 YOU SAVE $10.00

Rodeo Razzle is for those evening nights out on the town. Start with a base of Rhinestone. Then add Hi Ho Silver on the lower lid and Oklahoma Storm in the crease. Includes a Texas Tea color Mud Slinger Eye Liner. The final touch is the Farmhouse Yee Haw Lip Tint and Middleton Passion Bodacious Lip Gloss. You will look stunning!

Price: $48.94 YOU SAVE $10.00

To order or learn about other products call Lisa Woodland (801) 372-6176 or email lisa@lisasvinylcreations.com.

Head Horse Ducking Tips

2010-04-05T20:49:00.001-06:00

A common problem with good head horses is they learn to duck or go hard left as soon as the roper catches. So here are a few tips that might help:

1) Do some steer stopping. Instead of letting him go left. Ask him to stop straight and stop the steer.
2) Don't dally immediately. Leave some slack in your rope. Force him to track the steer for awhile, then dally, and turn it off when you are ready.
3) Work on control. When you are not roping, work him off your left leg. Do some basic roll backs and side passes. This will help you have better control when you are roping.
4) Just track some steers. Get him out of the habit of roping quick and going to the horn. Several times during practice throw your rope but just track the steer to the bottom of the pen.
5) Adjust your position. If you are not leaning left and moving left, the horse won't go left early. Stay straight and change your position when you are ready to turn.

The key is to mix it up so the horse is not trying to get ahead of you. Get control and don't let the horse decide when you are ready to go left.

Happy Easter

2010-04-04T07:00:00.001-06:00

First Aid for Sprains and Strains

2010-04-02T11:52:00.002-06:00

Sometimes in rodeo injuries happen. We hate to see an injury to any kid but especially to our own. Today’s article is how to make them go away as fast as possible.

Sometimes what we do for them often makes them worse. That’s particularly true of sprains and strains. The problem is everyone thinks they already know what to do.

How often have you received a ton of advice on how to treat it? Like you should put heat on it or you should ice it or hold it above your head. Almost everyone has the idea. But the details are important.

Sprain vs. Strain: Do You Know the Difference?

What’s the difference between a sprain and a strain?

A sprain is a ligament injury. Ligaments are the tough, fibrous tissues that connect bone to bone. They literally hold your joints together. When they are damaged, we call that a sprain.

In contrast, a strain is an injury to a muscle or tendon. You already know what muscles are. Tendons are the tough, fibrous tissues that connect muscle to bone. When either a muscle or a tendon is damaged, that is a strain.

There are three different classifications for sprains and strains:

· Grade 1. This kind of injury happens when the fiber (ligament, muscle, or tendon) is stretched a bit beyond its normal limits and sustains some minor damage.

· Grade 2. This kind of sprain involves a partial tear of the fiber.

· Grade 3. This kind of sprain involves a complete rupture or tear of the fiber. Severe damage may require surgical repair.

All sprains and strains recover best when treated immediately. You also need to be able to distinguish between those you can treat yourself and those that will need medical attention.

Signs and Symptoms

The signs and symptoms of sprains and strains overlap significantly.

Common signs of a sprain include swelling, bruising, and decreased joint mobility. If the ligament ruptures, you may actually hear a “popping” sound. Symptoms of a sprain include pain and difficulty using the affected extremity.

The signs of a strain are very similar. They include discoloration and bruising. Generally strains are accompanied by less swelling than sprains, but that obviously depends more on the severity of the injury than on the type. Symptoms include local pain and stiffness.

If you suspect that you have suffered a sprain or a strain and you are experiencing severe pain or functional impairment, you should probably consult a doctor. If, on the other hand, your injury is not severe, you can treat it yourself by remembering the following simple mnemonic.

The RICE Method

RICE stands for Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation. It is the best form of treatment for most sprains and strains. Though it may sound like common sense, you need to make sure that you are doing each step correctly. That will ensure your child is healed quickly and ready to go to the next rodeo.

1. Rest

The biggest mistake that most people make with sprains or strains is to try to “walk them off.” That’s fine for cramps. For sprains and strains, however, additional force usually means additional injury. Buts lots of us continue hobbling through our activities and then apply ice only much later that night, if at all.

Then it is too late. The first 24-48 hours after an injury are when ice, compression, and elevation will make the most difference. If you don’t start resting immediately, not only do you run the risk of hurting yourself even more.

The other mistake that people make is resting too much or too long after an injury. Prolonged immobilization causes joints to stiffen up and muscles to waste away. That means you can’t “baby” an injury, either.

Instead, you should rest only until you are pain-free -- within one to three days for most injuries. Then try to ease back into your normal routine. Listen to your body. Stop if it hurts, but do as much as you can handle. Strength and flexibility fall into the use-it-or-lose-it category. Appropriate rest will speed your recovery.

2. Ice

As funny as it may sound, most people also ice incorrectly. You should ice immediately after an injury to minimize swelling and ease pain. Swelling is the real problem. Ice keeps swelling down because cold constricts blood vessels, which slows the arrival of inflammatory molecules. It also numbs the nerves at the site of injury to reduce pain.

Don’t wait. Ice right away.

You should never apply ice directly to the skin for an extended period of time. There are two better options. You can place a thin layer like a towel between the ice and your skin. Or you can perform an “ice massage.” To do that, just move the ice over the injured area as if you were rubbing it. Either way, don’t leave the ice in place without a barrier.

You also shouldn’t ice for more than 15-20 minutes at a time. Though your injury may still hurt at the end of that time, further icing won’t do any good. In fact, it may hurt. Instead, wait an hour or so. Then check the area again. If it feels warm to the touch, you can ice it for another 15-20 minutes. You can then repeat that process as many times as you like.

The ideal ice pack is a Ziploc bag filled about three-quarters full with ice and a little bit of water. The water helps the ice pack conform to your body. You can also use packages of frozen vegetables.

For those who prefer hot to cold, heating does have its place. It is a great way to loosen up stiff muscles and joints. It relaxes tissues and stimulates blood flow. You can use heat before exercising (also for 15-20 minutes at a time), but you should never heat after an injury, as it will exacerbate swelling. (You should also never heat while you sleep.) A simple rule of thumb is to heat before, ice after.

3. Compression

The mistake that most people make with compression is one of omission. Compression helps to immobilize an injury and provide support. When combined with ice, it also helps to minimize swelling and pain.

To compress an injury, wrap an Ace bandage around the site. Try to overlap about half the width of the bandage on each pass until you completely cover the injury. You want it to be snug, but make sure that you don’t cut off circulation. If you start to get cold, blue, tingly, or numb, it’s too tight. Undo the bandage and rewrap it a bit looser.

You should use compression bandages at least as long as you are icing the injury. (You don’t have to take it off every 15-20 minutes, though.) Even after you stop icing, you can continue to use compression for support. Just don’t let the bandage keep you inactive for too long. Remember to rest only as long as you need to.

4. Elevation

Finally, elevate the site of your injury above the level of your heart. Just like cold compression, elevation works to decrease swelling. Elevation also prevents fluid from pooling. Keep the injury elevated at least as long as you are icing it.

The RICE method is the most effective possible treatment for most sprains and strains. As you can see, all four steps work in concert to treat sprains and strains.

Injuries happen, even to professional athletes and often at the most unfortunate times. If your child suffers from a sprain or strain, just remember to rest, ice, compress, and elevate.

The Day of the Rodeo

2010-03-29T08:09:00.002-06:00

by Lisa Woodland

The day of the rodeo is here! As a mom, secretary, and often times a rodeo timer I have observed so many things that caused stress and a poor performance. These could have been avoided with a few simple things. So here are some things to help make your rodeo less stressful.

• First, take the time to plan. How are you going to get there? When are you going to leave? What do you need to take with you? A little bit of planning will relieve a lot of unnecessary stress.

• Second make sure you load your trailer properly. Is this a one day rodeo? Then all you need is the gear or equipment for each event. If you are staying overnight make sure you have cloths, a place to stay, food, money, etc.

• Make sure you give yourself plenty of time to get to the rodeo. Rodeos generally require you to check in.

• Schedule of events and Draws are usually posted prior to the rodeo. It is a good idea to be there at least an hour before this gives you and your horses plenty of time to relax and prepare for the rodeo. If you are up in a later event and can’t be there when the rodeo starts it is still a good idea to call and make sure that the order of events is correct and find out what your draw is.

• Checking the draw can be an important step in making a game plan. You want to know how the animal bucks if you are a rough stock rider or how the cattle run if you are a roper. It is always a good idea to look at the previous times or scores of your draw. This can give you some information on how they did. You can always talk to those in charge to see what information they can give you about your draw.

• Another important step in a successful performance is looking at the arena setup. You need to look at the score in the roping events, checkout the chutes, or look over the ground conditions. All of these things give you valuable information needed to put together a winning performance.

• It can beneficial to watch the competition that goes before you. It may give you times you need to beat or mistakes made that you can avoid to give you the upper edge.

These are just some simple tips and ideas to help you get up and down the rodeo trail

Good luck and may all your belt buckles be big and your saddles be trophies.

Our First Contest - Rodeo Quotes and Motivation

2010-03-25T07:30:00.003-06:00

Rodeo Quotes and Motivation Contest

Win vinyl artwork of your favorite quote or rodeo saying.

Sponsored by Lisa’s Vinyl Creations

How It Works
Submit your favorite rodeo saying or motivational quote! We are looking for original, inspiring, and or poetic sayings or quotes. Be creative but no obscenities please. Submit your entry by leaving a comment on our website rodeomomsclub.com or facebook page or e-mailing Lisa at lisa@lisasvinylcreations.com. Be sure to leave us your contact information. Entries must be submitted by April 15th.

3 winners will be chosen at random. We would like to publish them for other moms to share. So if it is not your original please list the author.

Winners will receive their quote or saying in vinyl. You will be able to choose your color and whether you want it for your trailer or on your wall. There will be a maximum size of 12h” x 48”w. ($40.00 value)

Good Luck!

See more rodeo vinyls here. http://lisasvinylcreations.blogspot.com/2010/03/rodeo-moms-club-contest.html

Pole Bending - Picture of the Week

2010-03-24T07:21:00.000-06:00

It is truly amazing when a horse with only one eye will allow a six year old to get her through the poles!

Strawberry Days Rodeo Queen Pageant - Upcoming Events

2010-03-23T10:44:00.006-06:00

2010 Strawberry Days Rodeo Queen Pageant

Saturday, May 8, 2010 at 12:00 noon

Pleasant Grove City Library, located at 30 East Center Street, then moving to the Rodeo Grounds

All girls 16-25 are eligible

Trophy Saddle and support to the Miss Rodeo Utah Pageant awarded to the Queen
Trophy Buckles and Cash Award awarded to the court

Please Contact JoLynne Goodman at 801.785.6128, Lori Peters at 801.361.3048, or Cheryl Brown at 801.787.3836

Please mail completed applications to 1750 North 100 East, Pleasant Grove, UT 84062

Rodeo is Life Changing: Encourage others to participate!

2010-03-20T12:45:00.002-06:00

By Kelli Jackson - Miss Rodeo America 2010

When I am asked how I began competing in rodeos, I enjoy answering that I am a first generation cowgirl. I have had a horse since I was born, but I didn’t competitively ride. That all changed with an invitation from family friends to attend a local rodeo. As the old cliché goes, “the rest was history.”

Without that invitation, I believe that my life would be drastically different than it is now. I would not have had the great memories, friendships, and life-lesson benefits of being a competitor in the National High School Rodeo and National Little Britches Rodeo Associations; I also probably wouldn’t have become Miss Rodeo America. That stark realization—that one little invitation changed the course of my youth and young adulthood—inspired me years ago and still inspires me today to be a spokesperson for the sport of rodeo.

As we seek to market our local rodeo associations to new competitors, the media, and the spectator masses, the task can seem a bit daunting. I encourage you to think about the “basics.” Below are a few practical tips of how to promote your local rodeos and encourage youth growth that I employ as I travel as Miss Rodeo America.

To grow your association, invite local families to join your organization. Discuss the benefits of membership—whether it is fellowship, good competition, or whatnot—with other parents and encourage them to join. When the new families attend the rodeo, send your children over to greet the newcomers. A hello from your son or daughter will go a long way with the “new kids.”

To further your spectator base, ask local radio stations and television stations to air news coverage or free advertising about your rodeo. Call their business office and explain that you’re a family-oriented non-profit and would like to see if they could advertise for your rodeo in their upcoming community events section. Better yet, ask if they’d like to attend the rodeo and provide coverage and interview local contestants.

Lastly, take a second to stop and remember the benefits that your children are receiving as part of your local rodeo organization. Rodeo is like any other sport in the aspect that it can instill confidence and responsibility in your children; however, it is also one that promotes family togetherness and what I like to call “All-American Values.” I know the tips to “call the radio station” and “invite a friend’ sound a bit basic, but the basics build a strong rodeo association.

As you begin the spring rodeo season, and I encourage you to ask the other parents, “How did your kids begin competing in rodeos….?” Enjoy hearing each others’ unique first, second, third, and so on generation rodeo stories and use them as your promote your rodeo association in the future.

Happy Trails!

Connie Combs Barrel Clinic - Upcoming Event

2010-03-18T10:43:00.000-06:00

CONNIE COMBS BARREL RACING CLINIC

MARCH 26, 27 & 28, 2010

Kid’s Clinic , Tooele, Mar.26;

One Day Clinic, Heber City, Mar.27;

One Day Clinic, Tooele, Mar.28

LIMITED TO 12 riders

Tuition is $75 for Kids Clinic

Tuition is $150 for One Day Clinic

For more information, call Nancy

(801) 745-2079 or (801) 791-5341

Kyle Kosoff Breakaway School - Upcoming Event

2010-03-12T09:00:00.000-07:00

Kyle Kosoff Breakaway School

March 26th & 27th

$250 tuition

Beginning at 10 a.m. daily

Kosoff Arena in West Haven, Utah

Beginning and advanced ropers welcome

Limited enrollment $50 deposit by March 19th

Great way to get tuned up for spring rodeos!

For more information or to enroll contact:

Misti Kosoff

801.731.3778

2390 W. 2200 S.

West Haven, UT 84401

Picture of the Week - All Cowboy

2010-03-10T09:00:00.001-07:00

The determination of a boy who is all cowboy.

Bull Riding School - Upcoming Event

2010-03-07T19:10:00.002-07:00

Bull Riding School

Where: Sublette County Fairgrounds,

Indoor Arena

Big Piney, Wyoming

When: March 12th, 13th, 14th

Instructors: Buskin Wilson

*PBR contestant

* PRCA rodeo cowboy

* Winner of the Tuff Hedeman Championship Challenge

* Dodge Circuit Finals Contestant

Jake Greenwood

*Incredible bull rider and excellent instructor

Mike Ruby

*PRCA Rodeo Cowboy & Stock Contractor

Fees: $185

* $100 non-refundable deposit due by March 7th

* Limited to 15 students– First paid basis

* must show proof of medical insurance!

Contact : Diamond G Rodeo School

Joe Gillis

Phone # (307) 537-5858

P.O. Box 36

Boulder, WY. 82923

E-mail: jrgillis@wyoming.com

Worth Quoting - Attitude

2010-03-05T09:00:00.002-07:00

"Attitude keeps me going or cripples my progress. It alone fuels my fire or assaults my hopes. When my attitudes are right, there is no barrier too high, no valley too deep, no dream too extreme, no challenge too great for me."

Charles R. Swindoll

Picture of the Week - My Idol

2010-03-04T09:00:00.001-07:00

When I grow up, I want to be just like you!

Horse Care Quick Tip

2010-03-02T21:03:00.000-07:00

During the summer, we think about keeping salt and minerals in front of our horses so they will drink. In the winter, it is equally important to keep these same things out so they will drink.

We also try and keep deicers in our water so that the water is not frozen. Our horses tend to drink more when it is not frozen. This will help minimize the risk of a horse getting colic.

A Rodeo Mom Moment

2010-03-01T07:59:00.001-07:00

by Lisa Woodland

As I was busy doing the mom thing, getting dinner on, cleaning up spills, and answering the phone, I took a minute to look out my back window. Without any hesitation I dropped everything I was doing and ran for my camera so I could share this amazing photo with all of you. Looking at this photo I realize as a mom I have given my kids the best friends in the world. It is amazing to me the friendship and bond that my boys have with their animals.

As a little girl I remember sitting in my 8th grade English class looking out the window across the street and watching my best friend grazing in the pasture. I remember the day my son had a smokin' run on my best friend in poles. When you look at Champion Cowboys and Cowgirls you know that they are competing on their best friends.

I think that is what is so inspiring to me about Junior Rodeo is to watch these little kids and their big friends compete and perform. You know that love and trust exists between the two of them for a little boy to be able to climb the fence halter in hand and for that big guy to stand patiently while he is captured. Then in return that little boy has all the trust and confidence in the world to climb on that big guys back and run full speed around a barrel and pole pattern, climb off him full speed to tie a goat, or to back in a box at a chance to catch a calf. This is what makes champions an unbreakable friendship between horse and rider.

What Ya Been Up To? - Picture of the Week

2010-02-24T09:00:00.000-07:00

With that look you can only think what have you been up to?

NLBRA Buckle Rodeo - Upcoming Event

2010-02-23T09:00:00.001-07:00

National Little Britches Buckle Rodeo
March 12-14
Millard County Fairgrounds - Delta

Sponsored by All Horse Utah

Friday March 12 Rodeo at 6:00 p.m.
Saturday March 13 Rodeo at 11:00 a.m.
Sunday March 14 Rodeo at 9:00 a.m.

Entries must be mailed by March 1. Entry forms are available at www.nlbra.com. Entry fees are $15 per event with $5 stock charge for roping events and $15 stock charge for rough stock. No Late Entries will be accepted.

For More Information Contact and Mail Entries to:
Teresa Fackrell
375 W 700 N
Nephi, UT 84648
435-623-5374
teresa@allhorseutah.com

Goat Tying Dismount

2010-02-21T17:39:00.013-07:00

by Jennifer Freeland Moore

It never fails, when I go to a rodeo to watch my students compete in the goat tying I get parents that come up to me and say, "Please watch my daughter she's falling when she dismounts and we don't know why!" The dismount is quite complex for many reasons. The challenges that I see are the horse, body types (tall/short, skinny/heavy), fear, confidence, athletic ability, speed, or skill level. These are all very important factors to look at when coaching a goat tier. One thing is for certain; a constant battle from one clinic or lesson to another is the saddle horn!

It doesn't matter if your child is 8 and dismounting off a really big horse or if you are trying to be 7 and going really fast. The saddle horn can work against you more times that it will help you. Your brain and common sense will tell you and in any other event I swear its the truth that the saddle horn is comfort, stability, and safe. But in the goat tying imagine that as soon as you step off of your horse and are hanging on to your saddle horn those two comfortable strides to catch your balance that your horse trips, ducks, is running faster than you, stops, or gets the horse gets tangled in the goat rope. In all of these instances you are in trouble and holding on to the saddle horn is the number one problem! Just imagine the situation of all of these instances and I'm pretty sure you have seen all of them either with your child or another and the result is that they fall!

Now these pictures I've attached are when I was tying 6 second runs and because my foundation was set when I ran my horse much slower to dismount I didn't have to change much with more speed. I want to show you 2 different views. The first picture is from the front view.

In this case my horse and I are in perfect position. I step off my horse and I'm barely putting the first foot on the ground a few steps before the goat and my horse does her job perfect. She stays her constant very fast speed and switches to the right lead fading out a little off to the right and heading to the back fence getting out of my way. This is a perfect position and my horse and I hold the goat straight back on the end of the rope. Now think of this as you look at the picture! My horse is running faster than I am and she is fading out just perfectly. What if I where holding on to the saddle horn? No doubt in my mind, she would have pulled me to the right and with the momentum would have thrown my shoulders so far forward I would have been out of control and hit the dirt hard, head first!! Not Fun....I've been there!

Now check out the side view shot! Even more clear than the front view. I haven't hit the ground yet and check out where the saddle horn is. There is no way I could even reach the horn...you hold on to the saddle horn and your eating dirt! Your horse trips, slows down, ducks out/in, or speeds up/runs faster than you and your are eating dirt! The bottom line is I have more balance and control of my body on my own than using the so called safe saddle horn for comfort and to eat dirt! This is one thing that will help you or your goat tier stay on their feet and win.

For more tips on goat tying come to the upcoming clinics:

March 5-6, 2010 in Vernal, Utah or March 12-13, 2010 in Herriman, Utah!

Feel free to email me at jennyfreeland@hotmail.com or call me at 801-380-2857 with questions.

Happy Tying!

The Supporters

2010-02-19T09:34:00.000-07:00

We don't always recognize the ones who are there to support us each weekend as we rodeo. We have the people who are kind enough to do our chores. We have the people who take care of our work. There are also the people who take care of other family members while we are gone.

Then there are all of the little brothers and sisters who go with their family each weekend to cheer on their older sibling. These little ones are up on the fence cheering. When you hear them, you just think that is so cute. They are the ones who run and play all day at the arena.

Sometimes the rodeo day is just too long for them. When they finally take a break and sit down for just a minute, they are out.

Friday night my 4 year old nephew had been playing at the arena all day long. He had been watching his older brother compete. The rodeo went a little late that night. Down by the gate we had different saddles for different events and horses. He just sat down on the ground in one. That was all he need was just to take a break. He was asleep that fast.

We all need to take some time to recognize our supporters.

Goat Tying Clinic - Upcoming Event

2010-02-16T09:00:00.001-07:00

GOAT TYING CLINIC
JENNIFER FREELAND
Fastest Competition Time
6.2 Seconds

2005 Rocky Mtn. Regional
GOAT TYING & ALL
AROUND CHAMPION

BE QUICK AND WIN!!!

Back by popular demand and two chances to catch the action in 2010:
March 5th-6th * Chad Richard's Indoor Arena Roosevelt, UT
March 12th-13th * Murna Butterfield's Indoor Arena Herriman, UT

We will cover everything from
the dismount to the tie!!
If you are trying to cut off a
few tenths or a few seconds
you will not want to miss this
Learn from a proven winner.

Friday - Registration at 2 p.m.
and Clinic from 3 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday - 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

For more info call Jennifer @ 801-380-2857

Rodeo Queen Clinic - Upcoming Event

2010-02-09T09:00:00.000-07:00

Rodeo Queen Bootcamp
March 11-13
Comfort Suites Hotel
Ogden Utah

Practicing in the Winter

2010-02-08T09:00:00.000-07:00

by Teresa Fackrell

Practicing during the winter time can be tough. It is cold. It gets dark early. I would rather stay home and hibernate. But my kids want to be ready for a 4 day rodeo in February.

We work really hard to get get to practice about 4 days a week. Monday and Wednesday are rodeo club night. Thursday we teach a 4H group. But our favorite day is Sunday.

We rent the indoor barn and invite the family. We do it when it is warmer and make a day of it. My sister in law brings water and hot chocolate mix. We always have treats. Then we all get together for lunch/dinner when we are done. The kids enjoy practice when there are more kids to do it with.

So here are our tips for your kids to survive the cold practices:
1) Toastie Toes - These are a must. Once your kids feet get cold they are done. Cowboy boots are not the warmest but are the safest to ride in.
2) Gloves - We all like the cheap magic stretch gloves because they cover your hands well but you can still feel and grip your reins well.
3) Portable Heater - The little propane heaters or we actually have a big 3 burner work great for getting their little hands warm. It also keeps the younger children warm while the big kids practice.
4) Layers - I love the silk thermals from Land's End. My son loves Under Armour. But this year I found something that really help with that cold leather saddle fleece lined Wranglers. Your butt does not freeze when you sit in the saddle. I am buying more pairs next winter.
5) Time Limits - Set a time limit. I have noticed on nights when we tell the kids we need to be done at a certain time, we get done by that time. Then they are not as frozen when we leave the arena.

Remember your horses too:
1) Warm them up careful. Their muscles take a little bit longer to warm up in the bitter cold. We have our kids do extra trotting when it is really cold. Some days when we are just building endurance all we have them do it trot.
2) Cool them out really well. It is important before you take them back out that they have had time to cool down properly. Kids can walk all of the speed events. This helps the horses to be calmer during those events anyway.
2) Try to get their back dry. We let our horses roll in the dry dirt of the covered arena after they are cool. Then we usually let them stand in the barn for a little bit while we haul cattle and other equipment home.

Hopefully some of this helps you survive until the sun comes out and we can enjoy riding outside again.

Worth Quoting

2010-02-05T09:00:00.001-07:00

"When you get to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on!"

Picture of the Week - Smiling Cowgirl

2010-02-04T09:00:00.000-07:00

Doesn't that smile just melt you?

Walt Woodard Team Roping Clinic - Upcoming Events

2010-02-02T19:40:00.001-07:00

World Champion Walt Woodard
Team Roping School
Date: March 19-21, 2010

Fees: $500 for all 3 days of roping
(9—5 each day)
$250 Deposit must be sent by March 1, 2010 Limited space 20 ropers
Send to: Gooding Co. Fair Youth Rodeo
at 1173 South 1700 East Gooding, ID 83330.
All students will be required to fill out a release.

For more Information Contact:
Travis or Heather Williams
208-934-8817
E-mail: teacupranch@safelink.net

Hair Care Tips for Rodeo Queens

2010-01-24T16:44:00.001-07:00

by Kendra Sagers

If you normally blow dry and use hot curling tools every day, try and give your hair a break during the summer month. Consider letting your hair air dry or take time out from curling. Hair braided when wet will air dry into beautiful waves.

When the summer heat is hottest contain potential frizzies by wearing your hair up in a knot, bun or braids. Also, it is good for your hairs if you leave it wet, apply a leave in conditioner, and then braid it. It helps it stay moist and healthy.

Be careful using shine products to control frizzies. They often contain silicone and can coat your hair after just a few times. This will make only make the problems worse in the long run and can make your hair harder to curl.

Be religious about your trims. Make sure you have the ends trimmed every 6-8 weeks during the summer months. When your ends are fizzy, it’s a sure sign that they are either damaged, split or both.

Hanging out in the sun without protection for your hair and scalp is the worst thing you can do. Use leave in hair products with SPF protection when you know you will be in the sun if you are unwilling to wear a hat.

Always try your hair style at home before you try it at a contest.

If your hair is hard to curl, remember it will curl better if it is a bit dirty. Don’t wash your hair directly before you curl it if you can help it. At least let it air dry with some product such as moose in it for it to take a curl the best.

My favorite product for a super hold on "Queen Hair" is Aussie Instant Freeze. Only use this to set your hair for the final look, as it will not curl or change much once it is sprayed.