Articles related to "Barrel Racing"



Dealing with So-Called Problem Horses
A discussion of training problem horses, and where these problems may originate.
horse training riding horseback cowboy

Getting Your Horse to do What You Want
The often discussed matter of getting your horse to do what you want him to do--tips and suggestions are offered that will help you to receive obedience from your horse.
horse training horseback riding pet

Reaching Horses
An article discussing the best ways to reach a horse's understanding when training.
horse training breaking riding horseback

Steer Wrestling and Barrel Racing
A Rodeo Greenhorn's guide to Steer Wrestling (Bulldogging) and Barrel Racing.
bullriding barrel racing calf roping wpra horses

Western Riding Competitions
Western events began as a way to show off moves learned working with cattle.
western riding events roping team penning rodoe barrel racing

Beauty and the Beast
Although men traditionally fill the boots of the rough-and-tumble sport of rodeo, women also enjoy the challenge and thrill of rodeo-ing.
cowgirl cowgirl women girl athlete

Rodeo Echoes the Spirit of the Olympics
The 2002 Olympic Command Performance Rodeo goes down in history.
olympics olympiad rodeo salt lake city olympics 2002 winter games cultural olympiad rodeo 2002 olympics

Back, at last!
Update on the events in my life on the mountain.
equine hernia gardening barrel racing blue ribbons book proposal

Christmas Treats for Your Horse
A discussion of treats that you can give your horse for the Holidays.
horse riding horseback cowgirl cowboy

Clowns and Bullfighting in Rodeo…No Joking Matter
What do you get when you cross a funny guy with a painted face, spandex shorts, and oversized coveralls classed against a rank bull? In this game we call rodeo, this would be bullfighting at its best.
bullfighting clowns rodeo cowboys prca

Cueing Your Horse, Part II
A second part discussion about teaching your horse cues to help him become a better trained horse.
horse breaking riding training horseback

Deworming Horses
A discussion of the importance of deworming your horse for parasites.
horse training breaking horseback riding

Discipline Your Horse
A discussion of discipline and your horse; why it's important and how to make sure your horse understands it.
horse horseback training riding pet

Horse Blankets and Their Use
A discussion of deciding whether to get a blanket for your horse during the winter, as well as the types of blankets out there.
horse horseback riding training roping

Horse-Human Relationships, Part II
A continuation of a previous article, Horse-Human Relationships Part I, that probes the issue of the relationship between a trainer and his/her horse. This article discusses respect, a horse's intelligence, and more.
horse train riding horseback pets

Kids and Horses
A discussion of children and horses, mainly with trying to get kids more interested in horses without intimidating them.
horse horseback riding children kids

My Favorite Breed
A discussion of the Quarter Horse breed.
horses quarter horse breeding cowhorses cowboy

On the Importance of Keeping Your Horse Fit
A discussion of a trainer's responsibility to notice her horse's body language and more hidden methods of communication relating to pain and injury.
horse training riding horseback cowgirl

On the Road Again…The Circuit Cowboy
When the weekend hits, the Circuit Cowboy loads up his horses and/or equipment and heads down the road, generally no more than a few hundred miles to a rodeo. These cowboys are as serious about their sport as their more famous counterparts, but their families or professional obligation require them to stick close to home. Read on to see just what it takes to ride the circuit.
rodeo cowboy circuit prca pbr

Patience and Diligence
Discussion of the importance of applying self-discipline to utilize patience and diligence when training horses.
horse training breaking pets animals

Rodeo at the Calgary Stampede, AB
The Calgary Stampede rodeo features events such as saddle bronc, bareback and bull riding, tie-down roping, steer wrestling and ladies barrel racing.
calgary stampede rodeo alberta ab cowboys compete with bulls horses

The Bowline Knot
A discussion of the bowline knot, the most popular knot used with horses.
horses horseback riding training horse

Working With Nervous Horses
A discussion about working with nervous horses and overcoming your own fear or nervousness when you're around your own nervous horse.
horses riding horseback breaking colts

Animals in Rodeo
Members of the PRCA believe that animals should be treated humanely, and there are rules and regulations that have been in place since 1947 to protect its animals.
humane animal cattle livestock contractors

Behind the Scenes with Rodeo Stock Contractors
The cowboy behind the scenes might surprise you. Oftentimes, he was a former rodeo cowboy himself, but now he's sitting in a different saddle providing stock and even entertainment for the rodeos. These cowboys are the stock contractors of rodeo.
stock contractors contractor stock contractor livestock rodeo

Born to Buck?
How Ornery Livestock Find Their Way to the Rodeo.
livestock contractors stock contractors bullriding bronc

Bull Riding and All-Around Cowboy
Bull riding and All-Around Cowboy completes the series of A Greenhorn's Guide to Rodeo, Part 4.
all around cowboy bullriding barrel racing calf roping wpra

Cheyenne Frontier Days 2000
Known as the “The Daddy of ‘em All”, the world’s largest outdoor rodeo of its kind is put on by strictly volunteers. The well-known Cheyenne Frontier Days (CFD) is held in Cheyenne, Wyoming the last full week of July each year.
cheyenne frontier days rodeo cheyenne frontier days cfd prca rodeo

Copenhagen Cup Finale 2001
Hats off to the make-it-or-break-it ride to NFR via the Copenhagen Cup Finale, the 2001 Finale October 25-28!
copenhagen cup finale copenhagen cup finale dallas

Cowboy Vacations in Alberta
This Western province is a favourite holiday destination for visitors who want to experience clear blue skies and wide open spaces
alberta travel calgary rodeo brokeback mountain

Denver's Rodeo Extravaganza
A Denver, Colorado tradition since 1906, the National Western Stock Show and Rodeo starts off the season with a schedule filled to the brim with rodeos, livestock and entertainment galore.
national western stock show and rodeo denver colorado national western stock show

Dodge National Circuit Finals Rodeo
Created in 1987 for the circuit cowboys and cowgirls, the Dodge National Circuit Finals Rodeo continues to be one of the most exciting rodeo adventures of the PRCA.
dodge national circuit finals rodeo dncfr pocatello idaho national circui championship

Greeley Independence Stampede 2000
The World’s Largest Fourth of July Rodeo...
rodeo greeley greeley independence stampede stampede entertainment

Horse Training: How to Check and Correct a Lead and Perform a Flying Lead Change
Discusses the importance of a horse's ability to change leads, the process of teaching your horse the flying lead change, and understanding a horse's leads.
flying lead change how to change leads how to change lead horse horse leads lead training

National Finals Rodeo Las Vegas Style
The National Finals Rodeo is celebrating its 50th Anniversary in Las Vegas from December 4 until the tenth round of competition December 13th, 2008.
national finals rodeo wrangler nationals final rodeo las vegas bull riding bronc riding

ProRodeo Hall of Fame and the Museum of the American Cowboy
Rodeo's history and legends can be found in one convenient location: Colorado Springs, Colorado's Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame and Museum of the American Cowboy.
pro rodeo hall of fame and museum of the american rodeo history hall of fame prorodeo museum

Resolution #4 Try Something New
list of disciplines to try and why you should.
equine discipline horse riding trail

Rodeo Lingo
For the casual rodeo fan, rodeo lingo can be downright confusing. In this article, I’ll offer you a handful of terms you can take the arena.
rodeo lingo money all around cowboy bullriding

Rodeo! A Book Review
Cowboys, cowgirls, rodeo, stock contractors, romance and mystery--you'll get them all from Roxanne Rustand's new release-Rodeo!
cowboys cowgirls rodeo stock contractors romance

Saddle Bronc and Bareback Riding, A Greenhorn’s Guide
With rodeo season underway, don’t miss out on all the fun! Greenhorn or seasoned spectator alike, read about the nuances that make each Bareback and Saddle Bronc Riding an event to remember!
saddle bronc riding bareback riding bullfighting bullfighting clowns

The Cowboys and Cowgirls Behind the Chutes: Cheyenne Frontier Days Volunteers
Rodeo cowboys offer life and limb for the excitement of the eight-second ride, but what about those behind the chutes sweating alongside the cowboys without the promise of a large purse?
cheyenne frontier days rodeo cheyenne frontier days cfd prca rodeo

THE HISTORY OF RODEO
From the its early beginnings in the early Spanish American 1700s to the American West cowboy of the 1800's to today's highly competitive rodeo circuit, cowboys wow the public with feats of remarkable athletic abilities, utilizing skills learned out of necessity.
rodeo cowboys circuit history prca

The Last Rodeo
It might be the last rodeo of the year, but Pro Rodeo has saved the best for last at The National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas.
national finals rodeo nfr finals rodeo las vegas

The Roping Events, A Greenhorn’s Guide Part 2
Today’s Greenhorn Guide is a primer for the roping events: Calf Roping, Steer Roping and Team Roping (Heading and Heeling).
calf roping steer roping roping team roping header

2009 Reno Rodeo: One of Richest in West
A parade down Virginia Street, all the traditional cowboy competitions with big prize money and performances by country music stars make this a memorable Reno tradition.
reno rodeo cattle drive reno livestock events center pro rodeo hall of fame reno rodeo foundation bob feist international team roping

Hand Hills Stampede!!
Hand Hills sits virtually in the middle of nowhere. After getting lost on cris-crossing gravel roads and arriving an hour into the show, Patrick and Bill photographed the 84th annual Hand Hills Stampede.
rodeo horses history travel ranch

The Misunderstood Sport of Gymkhana
Explains the sport of gymkhana.
gymkhana horse equine sport race

Getting The Most Out Of A Clinic
Questions to ask be for signing up for a clinic
horse clinics

The 90th Annual Reno Rodeo Kicks Off
The Reno Rodeo presents a 10-day event June 17 through 28, 2009, with team roping, bull riding, mutton bustin', and more.
reno rodeo bull riding xtreme bulls special kids reno rodeo parade

What to do with a Horse
Don't let anyone tell you what you have to do with your horse
western pleasure dressage jumping trail


| A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z | 0-9 |