Sunday, September 26, 2004
Poway Rodeo opens with excitement
From the North County Times (Poway, CA)
Bolting out of its stall at breakneck speed during the bareback event, a bucking horse tossed his rider like a rag doll --- just one of many breathtaking moments shared by hundreds of spectators Friday on the opening night of the 32nd annual Poway Rodeo.
The first part of the three-day event, which runs through Sunday, drew about 2,500 people, said Russ Sheldon, the rodeo chairman. He expects an additional 8,500 attendees for the rest of the rodeo being held at the Poway Valley Riders Association Arena.
The Poway Rodeo was introduced in 1973, Sheldon said, when the Poway Valley Riders Association, the Lion's Club and the Poway Chamber of Commerce wanted to find a way to promote the area's western traditions. Sheldon said that he and his wife are the only two people he knows who have worked at all 32 rodeos.
The rodeo is a big production for the city, with its $190,000 price tag and 150-plus volunteers. No one involved with the event is paid except for specialty acts, bull fighters and rodeo clowns.
Proceeds from the event will go to various charities, Sheldon said.
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North County Times
Bolting out of its stall at breakneck speed during the bareback event, a bucking horse tossed his rider like a rag doll --- just one of many breathtaking moments shared by hundreds of spectators Friday on the opening night of the 32nd annual Poway Rodeo.
The first part of the three-day event, which runs through Sunday, drew about 2,500 people, said Russ Sheldon, the rodeo chairman. He expects an additional 8,500 attendees for the rest of the rodeo being held at the Poway Valley Riders Association Arena.
The Poway Rodeo was introduced in 1973, Sheldon said, when the Poway Valley Riders Association, the Lion's Club and the Poway Chamber of Commerce wanted to find a way to promote the area's western traditions. Sheldon said that he and his wife are the only two people he knows who have worked at all 32 rodeos.
The rodeo is a big production for the city, with its $190,000 price tag and 150-plus volunteers. No one involved with the event is paid except for specialty acts, bull fighters and rodeo clowns.
Proceeds from the event will go to various charities, Sheldon said.
Read the article
North County Times
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