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EVENTS & ACTIVITIESEvent Dates: May 8-10, 2008 Welcome to the Western Heritage Classic! This wonderful celebration of Texas tradition continues to touch the hearts of generations old and new. The Western Heritage Classic regenerates old memories and creates new ones through a variety of events and activities that make the weekend a success. From the shows and displays to the delicious food, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Ranch Rodeo: Watch the excitement as some of the largest and most historic ranches in the U.S. compete in events designed to test the cowboys’ ranch skills. Roping, bronc riding, wild cow milking, team penning, branding and more, provide two evenings of entertainment and thrills. Competing ranches include: 6666 Ranches, Green Land & Cattle Co., Guitar Ranches, Haythorn Land & Cattle Co., Matthews/Nail Ranch, Moorhouse Ranch, Muleshoe Ranch, Pitchfork Land & Cattle Co., Spade Ranches (2007 reigning champion), and Tongue River Ranch. Event Information, Ranch Histories, Past winners. RHAA Working Ranch Horse Competition: Come see the skill and agility of ranch cowboys and their ranch work partner. Reining, roping, and cutting are showcased along with an originality category for a truly crowd-pleasing performance. This event is the National Finals of the RHAA Working Ranch Horse Competition – an invitational event from sanctioned competitions that culminates in the naming of the “Best Ranch Horse in the World” during the final night of the Ranch Rodeo. Parade & Street Dance: Kick off the weekend’s western heritage festivities at the Parade and Street Dance. Wagons, riding clubs, antique cars and tractors, bands and floats all sport a western theme in this colorful display. Celebrate into the night at the Street Dance. Chuck Wagon Cook-off: Take a trip back in time to the cattle drive era as dozens of chuck wagons from across the southwest vie for Cookoff Champion titles. Be sure to save some room for a taste of this authentic and unique cuisine. Fiddlers’ Contest: Stomp to the rhythm of traditional Texas fiddler music as fiddlers compete to be named the best acoustical fiddler in their age class. Western Art Show: Come see the impressive display of artwork in oils, pastels, watercolors, and bronzes by artists from across the southwest. Artist List. Cowboy Poetry & Music: Listen closely and enjoy some traditional and contemporary music and poetry about the cowboy lifestyle. Poet & Musician Bios. Schedule. Cowboy Matched Horse Races: Have your stopwatch ready when the flag drops on these heart-pounding horse races. Watch the dust fly as horse and rider face off against competing teams…and the clock. Bit & Spur Show: Tour the world’s largest Bit and Spur Show to buy, sell, trade, or just see this spectacular display of collectible, antique, and contemporary western items. Rhinestone Round Up: Enjoy an evening of glitz, great food, and dancing as cowboys and community supporters join in celebration of western heritage. Proceeds from the evening benefit the Cancer Services Network and Expo Center of Taylor County. Concerts/Dances: Dance the night away to the music and entertainment of Wade Bowen (Friday night) and Charlie Robison (Saturday night). Children’s Events: Cheer on your little cowboy or cowgirl as they join in the fun of the Stick Horse Rodeo, Steer Dummy Roping Contest, best-dressed contest, and horse rides. Children must be registered to participate by May 5, 2008. Registration Form. Clinics/Demonstrations: Improve your cowboy skills by taking part in a clinic and/or demonstration. This year's clinic is the Craig Cameron Horse Training Clinic. Ranch Cutting Horse Association Competition: Watch this specialized event where ranches showcase the cutting abilities of their ranch horses. RCHA sanctioned events are open to any working ranch’s family or employee riding true ranch horses. Ranch Horse Sale: Find your next working ranch horse at the invitational ranch horse sale. Featured horses are among the best available today from a select group of consigning ranches. Founding consigning ranches include: Clark Cattle Co., Muleshoe Ranch, Guitar Ranches, W.H. Green Cattle Co., Pitchfork Land & Cattle Co., Espuela Cattle Co., and Moorhouse Ranch. Information & Catalog. Whiplash: Thrill at the antics and skill of Whiplash, the Cowboy Monkey, as he performs during the Ranch Rodeo. Whiplash biography. |
