What is Rodeo?
Its a sport event which have its origin attributed to the practice of cattle hearding in spain, Mexico, US, Canada, Australia ...etc. It is an event of Cowboys and involves many time judged events involving cattle and horses. It is designed in such a way that the skill, speed and ability of the cow boys and gals are tested. (This is the official sport of Wyoming and Texas.)
NFR
National Finals Rodeo is held each year in the first full week of December at the campus of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas in Las Vegas, Nevada (Thomas and Mack Center). This time the big buzz starts on fourth of December till December 13th 2008.
The events include, Bareback Riding, Steer Wrestling, team roping, saddle Bronc Riding, tie down Roping, bull riding, barrel racing ...etc. So all those entertainment elements are there for you to explore and experience.
History
The NFR came to Las Vegas (it was previously in Oklahoma.) in 1985 and since then this sport is an integral part of the city. In 2007 NFR have got an official song, the “Cowboy Town,” recorded by superstar duo Brooks and Dunn. The hero of 2007 was Trevor Brazile, PRCA's triple crown champion.(he was a champion in 2004 and 2006. Dont miss the whole action!
7 comments:
I've only been to one Rodeo -- but I had a blast. I definitely wouldn't mind going to another one!
I have friends in college who are members of rodeo team and I got to see one of their games. It was full of fun. If you are interested in business you may visit this site:
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Yep its full of fun. Skycat you shout try it. I am sure you will find more fun u guess :)
Oh i i see. i saw this type of games on TV but didn't know that this is called Rodeo. thanks for letting me know.
i saw it only on th tv but i hear lots of about it.very exited to see about that.
Thanks for your information.I want to watch the whole action.
horse riding always seem easy when viewing 4rm afar, but it's the opposite when u're actually on d horse....but this Rodeo really looks hard...I'm hoping it's the opposite when u actually mount it....
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