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One of the hardest areas to judge in a rodeo queen pageant is personality. In many contests you will find that personality, appearance and horsemanship are given equal weight in the overall...
If you have been invited to judge a rodeo queen pageant you will have several categories that you need to score. One of the most important categories is "appearance" which covers many...
Grooming is an essential part of caring for your horse. Not only does the ritual help you keep your animal looking clean and well cared for, but it gives both horse and owner a chance to bond.
As a rodeo queen judge you will be asked to judge the contestants in their personal interviews. In many pageants or contests they will often schedule an interview at the beginning of the pageant....
Cowboys cut a hardworking, heroic figure as they moved through the frontier in the 1800s. The frontier has disappeared, but today's cowboys and cowgirls still work hard raising cattle and crops,...
The Rodeo is an exciting entertainment venue. Most people go to witness the skill and daring of the bull riders. I would like to focus attention on a career choice many people have not thought of....
Showing a genuine interest in others is one of the best ways to win them over and have a lovely conversation. Especially if you are shy, it's good to know how to ask good quality questions. Read...
It's a better time than ever to look for simple ways to have fun with your kids. There are so many options if you just stop for a moment to think about them. Getting the kids involved with new...
Sticking to the facts, I've browsed a few articles on faking orgasms now and was surprised to find the one trigger-response a man "in the know" will expect during a real orgasm has been...
Working cow horse combines the thrill of cutting with the finesse of reining.
Rodeo season is coming up next month, here in New Jersey . The Rodeo is one of the oldest sports in the country and one that should never die. Whether you can go to a live show or watch it on...
Thousands of young women compete every year in local, regional and national pageants for the title of Rodeo Queen. Different from your typical beauty pageant, a Rodeo Queen must possess poise,...
Many queens are asked to host or emcee a contest. Doing this is an honor and needs to be taken seriously. Most contests will have their reigning queen as the host for their contest when it is...
If you are living in, or planning a vacation to Wyoming, here are some fun things to do and see in the Cowboy State.
Being a parent of a rodeo queen can bring so many different things into your life. Friends, closeness to your daughter, memories... Helping her reach her dreams and goals can be the best times...
Being a queen director for a rodeo queen pageant can be a tough job, especially if you don't have a budget! Most directors aren't lucky enough to be provided with much in the way of a budget from...
My first article is a poem I wrote almost 35 years ago....It is meant for two people, The great Lane Frost, and my father Hoot Walker...I wrote it on August 16th, 1975 from a dead sleep in 2...
If you think of Denver as just a stop-off on your way to a major ski resort, you're missing out on some really fabulous events offered within the city and in nearby Boulder. In addition to the...
The local rodeo is a great place to practice taking action shots and pick up a little extra money by selling pictures to the contestants.
A Wyoming Fourth of July can include everything from a small-town parade down Main Street to a rodeo to fireworks over a lake from your fishing boat. The Fourth of July is, as one newspaper says,...
Discouraged by New Year’s promises you make and break? Here are some tips to setting reasonable – and attainable – goals for a better you in 2008.
Get tips on the best way to find and team up with a rodeo roping partner with advice from our expert in this free online video clip.
It's never too early to begin thinking about next year's Wrangler National Finals Rodeo. If you have never been to the NFR, you really should consider it; it's one of the best produced rodeos in...
You will be asked to fill out a modeling card for most rodeo queen contests. Usually you will have a few guidelines to follow. If they do give guidelines such as; size of card, information...
As a pageant or rodeo queen you will find yourself doing a lot of public speaking and answering questions in many different situations and at numerous events. It could be in television or rodeo...
Writing a prepared speech for a rodeo queen competition takes time, thought, and imagination. At a competition there may be a dozen contestants all speaking on the same topic. Learn how can you...
Competing in a rodeo queen contest takes dedication, knowledge, and a love for the sport of rodeo. You will find that every contest will be run a bit differently according to the coordinator and...
Located on historic Route 66, Edmond, Oklahoma is a frequent stop for travelers who are interested in learning more about the area's rich cultural heritage and eager to see a rodeo live and in...
The discovery of gold put Prescott, Arizona on the map in the 1800s, and more than 100 years later, the city still receives a number of visitors. Located in the mountains of central Arizona,...
Visitors are welcomed with open arms in Cheyenne, Wyoming, the Rodeo and Railroad Capital of the world. Cheyenne is a city where you can kick up your boots and relax or become a history buff and...
Edmond, Oklahoma, located on Historic Route 66, is 14 miles from Oklahoma City. With its lush farm land, this small town offers visitors local charm, rural beauty and abundant hospitality.
Sitting in the far southeast corner of Wyoming is its capital and largest city. Named for a local tribe of Native Americans, Cheyenne grew as a railroad hub and later became one of the country's...
Cody enjoys its position as the eastern gateway to Yellowstone National Park and the home of "Buffalo Bill' Cody. Buffalo Bill founded the town and lived here when he wasn't touring with his...
Laramie Wyoming is rich with the folklore and the architecture of the Old West. Guns blaze during shootout reenactments. Horses still buck their riders during the city's many festivals and rodeo...
Nestled on the oil-rich Gulf Coast of Texas, Houston is known as the home of NASA. After you've been bowled over by a trip to Space Center Houston, however, you'll find that the biggest city in...
There are some unique and interesting things that you can do in South Dakota to celebrate the Fourth of July. Home to Mount Rushmore and Wall Drug, South Dakota is also the state where you’ll find...
Choosing a barrel horse is not as easy as choosing a horse for simple pleasure riding. There is a large scale of quality and skill when it comes to barrel horses, and because barrel racing has...
One of the most popular events in Texas is the annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. More than two million people typically visit this three-week long festival each year. If you are in the...
Rodeos are more than just some cowboys riding around roping cows or riding bulls. Rodeos have become great spectator shows with flashy horses, tack and attire worn by cowboys and cowgirls. Your...
Having the courage to slide onto the back of a bull is something to be proud of, whether you're an amateur or a professional. Bull riding ranks as one of the most dangerous sports in the world....
Bareback bronco riding is one of rodeo's most physically demanding sports. Not only do bareback riders have to control a wild bucking bronco, they must hang on with one hand while concentrating on...
Calf roping is a rodeo event that requires much skill on the part of the rider and the horse. The calf roping event was developed from working on ranches and bringing in sick calves. If you want...
Steer wrestling, also known as "bulldogging," is a popular rodeo sport involving two horses, two riders and a steer. Steer wrestling has been a rodeo staple since the early 1900s. If you want to...
Barrel racing is an exciting sport in rodeo and gaining popularity each season. Competition among barrel racers can be fierce in a professional rodeo, but almost anyone can become a barrel racer...
The Calgary Stampede, held in Calgary each July, is a combination of a state fair and a Wild West show. The ten-day event, which began in 1912, features rodeo events, live entertainment, live...
For someone new to modern surfing, "rodeo flip" might refer to something you would see at the local rodeo but for a surfing aficionado, it is a term that induces near reverence. A rodeo flip is an...
Chaps are pants-like coverings that are worn over pants to protect a rider's legs from chafing and from being scratched by trail hazards. Rodeo chaps are worn to keep the legs safe from rubbing...
Professional bull riding is one of the most dangerous occupations in America. To become a professional bull rider, you will need to practice bull riding, purchase good equipment and become a...
A rodeo cowboy depends on the gear he uses. You should buy quality rodeo gear to ensure your safety and to help you get the best rodeo results in your event. Before you get specialized gear, be...
Rodeo belt buckles do a lot more than keep your pants up. They can show off your allegiance to a particular rodeo event or contestant. Rodeo belt buckles are also often given as prizes to the top...