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Around The Barrel
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Page 3 of 5 1 2 3 4 5 Legendary 'cowboy saver' set to hang up his costume[Mar. 12, 2008] After more than three decades spent hurling his body between fallen cowboys and 2,000 pounds of furious muscle and horns, Hare is bidding farewell to the sport that has made him a legend on the rodeo circuit. HISTORY OF THE RODEO CLOWN REUNION[Mar. 6, 2008] When thinking of ‘all things funny, the rodeo clown is an example of the need for levity in a tense situation. The very first rodeo clowns, around the early part of the twentieth century, were developed out of a need for someone to keep rodeo spectators in their seats by entertaining them while a lull in the program happened. By Gail Hughbanks-Woerner
Rodeo Clowns Are Serious[Feb. 21, 2008] Rodeo is dangerous business, but people who make their living in the ring live for it.
"I broke my jaw, ribs, hand, thumb," demonstrates Rodeo Clown, Lance McIlvain. He also broke his foot, just in time for tonight's Rodeo.
The Rodeo Clown Reunion Comes To Dodge City[Feb. 8, 2008] The rodeo clowns of yesteryear are donning their familiar make-up and garb and will appear at the Dodge City Days in Dodge City, Kansas, July 30th through August 3rd,. Approximately fifty retired rodeo clowns, bullfighters and barrelmen will attend the annual rodeo and activities in Dodge City, which includes visiting with fans.
Texas Rodeo Circuit Finals Bullfighter[Jan. 5, 2008] He's clad in baggy clown clothes and face makeup, but Chad Beavers' job as a rodeo bullfighter is one of the most dangerous in the world. For $20,000 to $40,000 a year, the 40-year-old Goldthwaite resident makes a living stepping between angry, bucking bulls and bull riders. He was doing just that Friday night at the Texas Rodeo Circuit Finals
A daredevil in clown white[Jan. 5, 2008] Vern Reynolds, like everyone involved with the bull riding sport, is addicted to danger. But while a rider's goal is to stay atop a bucking bull for eight seconds, Reynolds, wearing clown white, baggy denim shorts, suspenders and knee-high red socks, earns his keep by getting 1,800-pound animals to charge him.
Ranches and rodeos are the story of his life[Dec. 22, 2007] Jeff Hucknall kicks off his workday with Circle K coffee and a pinch of Copenhagen. He jumps behind the wheel of a Ford pickup truck that serves as home office and roving business. He rolls with everything from a laptop computer and ink-jet printer to a portable anvil and propane forge.
Rest of Wrangler NFR personnel chosen[Oct. 22, 2007] The barrelman, bullfighters and pickup men for the 2008 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo have been selected in a recent vote. By Courtesy PRCA
Spurring their faith - For some cowboys, rodeo life works with Christian life[Oct. 16, 2007] His costume is that of the professional fool - a few dabs of greasepaint, some raggedy britches that flap in the breeze and bold-colored suspenders. But this rodeo clown's gear speaks of the serious nature of his calling - pads for chest, back, wrists, knees and thighs. He also boasts an athleticism you don't risk on whiskey, wild women and late nights.
Years of a clown[Sep. 21, 2007] Dale "Gizmo" McCracken keeps his audiences guessing every time he steps into the arena. Sometimes he’s dressed as an overweight country police officer, other times he’s a long-haired rock musician, a safari hunter or a horse head on a man’s body.
Kelsey's Finale[Jun. 27, 2007] The Amazing Kelsey, the most remarkable dog in modern rodeo history dies.
The Amazing Kelsey[May 30, 2007] There is a post on our RodeoBoards about Bert Davis' dog Kelsey. She has the heart of a true performer and this story will touch your heart.
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