I headed out early in the morning for Casper WY and the CNFR (College National Finals Rodeo). ISU had 6 students competing. I had hoped to do some photography/birding in Jackson on the way there but flooding prevented me from taking some of the detours I wanted. It was a lovely drive though. I alway … More CNFR Day 1 – Wednesday
The rodeos were fantastic and I am getting better at using the camera. I’m still on auto too much of the time, but I’m keeping the horse and rider in frame. This is basically a post of my favorite photos…. Barrel racing (Bailey) Blue sky barrel racer (Remi) Rescue Run is a game where … More College Rodeo – Grand Junction CO
RODEO March 24-25 Weber State University Friday afternoon I drove to Brigham City and checked into my hotel. I chose Brigham City because it is Bear River Migratory Bird refuge adjacent. The waters had receded and it was finally open. But before birds I had a rodeo to shoot with my new camera. I … More College Rodeo – Ogden UT
I missed the Twin Falls ID Rodeo because I was just too sick. It was disappointing to miss since I had laid out big birding plans. Ah well, maybe the Bear River Refuge would be open this weekend. Once again I left early on Friday and HOORAY the refuge was open. I drove the soggy … More College Rodeo – Salina UT
Took Friday off and headed towards Heber City for the first College rodeo of the season. I left early in order to visit the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge (https://www.fws.gov/refuge/bear_river_migratory_bird_refuge/) . This refuge is huge, and has a lovely auto tour loop. I knew water levels in Idaho were high, but I was unprepared to … More College Rodeo – Heber City UT
The featured photo is a closeup of a wonderful roping horse and one of our Idaho State University Team members. Below, I love the juxtaposition of horsepower old and new. The big tractor helps keep the arena in good, safe shape for the horses. This was a muddy rodeo, Friday night it was soggy. Saturday … More Rodeo: Price UT
Spent the weekend attending (and selling tickets) at the ISU Rodeo. This was held at the Bannock County Fairgrounds. The ISU Rodeo club is a member of the NIRA (National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association), Rocky Mountain Region. I work at Idaho State University and started following the rodeo team last spring because of my love of horses. … More ISU Rodeo
Here are a few photos and thoughts from the Saturday night rodeo. You’ll have to visit my Flickr feed to check out all 174 pictures taken that day (Aug 27 2016). Opening ceremonies with the flag The team doing a fancy turn Gorgeous chaps on this bareback bronc rider, beautiful horse too Horse on the … More IMPRA Amateur Finals Rodeo – 3
Here are a few photos and thoughts from the Saturday morning episode. You’ll have to visit my Flickr feed to check out all 317 pictures taken that day (Aug 27 2016). Thank heavens for volunteers and those who are willing to clean up after the party. 9:00 a.m. and a beautiful day. Clear, bright, cool, sunny, … More IMPRA Amateur Finals Rodeo – 2
This rodeo was a lot of fun. Here are a few photos and thoughts from the first night. You’ll have to visit my Flickr feed Flickr feed to check out the 133 pictures taken that day (Aug 26 2016). Prior to the rodeo there was a Mini Bronc Riding competition with bold youngsters: Notice how short … More IMPRA Amateur Finals Rodeo – 1
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