Rodeo season may be winding down but my life is still a whirlwind! One thing is certain …...I'm burning the candle at both ends 24/7!
I am scheduled to close on my house Friday and that will be great. However, getting to that point has been organized chaos at best. The movers came in and packed my belongings on the 20th and then came back to pick it up on the 21st.The house was pretty bare, just a lonely bed and television. Surprisingly, I enjoyed the simplicity of the four walls. The only down side of this move is my "stuff" is scattered everywhere! I have things in my office, my camper, at my neighbors, in my truck, and a large majority is in storage until I find a place to reside.
I really want to thank all the people that have helped me in one way or another...rodeo is a great sport because your friends are true friends even when it is an inconvenience. A special thanks to my neighbors, The Smedleys’, for taking me in as one of their own kids during this time.
Two things I wanted to share:
1. My Dodge truck has been redecorated by Wyoming Tourism. I blogged in July when this was done originally. However, we wanted a different look...bigger is better! You won't miss our rolling Wyoming billboard now as the truck has 2 large photos of me fighting bulls which extend all the way down the driver and passenger sides as well as a scenic Wyoming photo across the back glass. I really appreciate everyone associated with Wyoming Tourism. Not only do they ensure I am taken care of while on the rodeo trail, and exploring Wyoming, but they always treat me as family.
2. If you subscribe to the ProRodeo Sports News (PSN) you are familiar with the column "8 Seconds with..." This is a question/answer type interview the PSN does on rodeo personalities throughout the year. I was fortunate enough to be asked and was featured in this week’s PSN 8 Seconds with Jeremy Sparks I hope you like the story...as always you can find more news articles, videos & pictures at www.jeremysparks.com
Stay tuned for upcoming blogs as I take on a few of Wyoming's state parks and try to tough out the early stages of winter one week at a time!
Forever West,
Jeremy
Tuesday, September 25, 2007
Monday, September 10, 2007
Duty Calls
Forgive me for not writing...it's been a busy couple of weeks.
When I left Sterling, Colorado’s PRCA Rodeo my intentions were to fight bulls in Douglas, WY, for the Wyoming State Fair & PRCA Rodeo. However, my Air Force duties had to come first. I was scheduled to be in the University of Wyoming's new faculty orientation and the dates were the same as the rodeo.
Since my last blog, I have taught two weeks at the university, been in a photo shoot and worked at selling my house. It's never-ending, that's for sure.
I really enjoy teaching ROTC at UW. The entire UW experience has been great so far. I try to do my best in my teaching duties and instill a few core values in my "cadets." Every week I share with the cadets my Word of the Day. The first week my word was Resourcefulness..."not having all the answers but knowing how to find them." I think this is important in everyday life, especially for a college freshman. The second Word of the Day happened to be Integrity..."doing what's right, even when no one is watching." I'm a small-town guy with small town values. I've figured out in my 30 years of living that a person is only as good as their word and I hope my "cadets" see integrity in my daily living.
To lighten things up for them, I always end class with a "safety" video. These aren't your typical work safety videos. They tend to be idiots doing not-so-smart things! I hope the "cadets" like them as much as I do. So far, I haven't shown any of my bullfighting wrecks, but one never knows. I'd like to think I'm not an idiot doing not so smart things.
Last year, Corral West Western Stores invited me to model for their annual photo shoot. It was a great event and perhaps you have seen their ads throughout the year. The larger-than-life ads have been featured at the Wrangler NFR, the NFR Cowboy Christmas, Pro Rodeo Tour events and in 90+ stores nationwide. Last week, we shot the 2008 photos. This is always a great time and I enjoy everything about the shoot. I was able to make a few new friends and look forward to working with them again. Thanks again to Corral West for inviting me to participate in such a large campaign. I will be sure to post photos when they become available. The ads will appear for the first time at the 2007 Wrangler NFR in Las Vegas, NV in December.
Well the rodeo season is winding down for '07. It has been a great season and I still have a couple more stops to include the Military World Finals in Ft Worth, TX.
Be sure to check out www.jeremysparks.com to see photos from the 2007 season.
Forever West,
Jeremy
When I left Sterling, Colorado’s PRCA Rodeo my intentions were to fight bulls in Douglas, WY, for the Wyoming State Fair & PRCA Rodeo. However, my Air Force duties had to come first. I was scheduled to be in the University of Wyoming's new faculty orientation and the dates were the same as the rodeo.
Since my last blog, I have taught two weeks at the university, been in a photo shoot and worked at selling my house. It's never-ending, that's for sure.
I really enjoy teaching ROTC at UW. The entire UW experience has been great so far. I try to do my best in my teaching duties and instill a few core values in my "cadets." Every week I share with the cadets my Word of the Day. The first week my word was Resourcefulness..."not having all the answers but knowing how to find them." I think this is important in everyday life, especially for a college freshman. The second Word of the Day happened to be Integrity..."doing what's right, even when no one is watching." I'm a small-town guy with small town values. I've figured out in my 30 years of living that a person is only as good as their word and I hope my "cadets" see integrity in my daily living.
To lighten things up for them, I always end class with a "safety" video. These aren't your typical work safety videos. They tend to be idiots doing not-so-smart things! I hope the "cadets" like them as much as I do. So far, I haven't shown any of my bullfighting wrecks, but one never knows. I'd like to think I'm not an idiot doing not so smart things.
Last year, Corral West Western Stores invited me to model for their annual photo shoot. It was a great event and perhaps you have seen their ads throughout the year. The larger-than-life ads have been featured at the Wrangler NFR, the NFR Cowboy Christmas, Pro Rodeo Tour events and in 90+ stores nationwide. Last week, we shot the 2008 photos. This is always a great time and I enjoy everything about the shoot. I was able to make a few new friends and look forward to working with them again. Thanks again to Corral West for inviting me to participate in such a large campaign. I will be sure to post photos when they become available. The ads will appear for the first time at the 2007 Wrangler NFR in Las Vegas, NV in December.
Well the rodeo season is winding down for '07. It has been a great season and I still have a couple more stops to include the Military World Finals in Ft Worth, TX.
Be sure to check out www.jeremysparks.com to see photos from the 2007 season.
Forever West,
Jeremy
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
Protecting the Best
The last time I wrote I was sitting in the Sterling, CO, Burger King...
It's been a long 23 days. Over the last 3 weeks I have performed in 18 rodeo performances, traveling from New York to California. This has been one of the best rodeo runs I can remember with my favorite stop being at the Daddy of 'Em All, Cheyenne (Wyo) Frontier Days. I am happy to inform you I am still in one piece, safe and sound in my own home! During those 18 performances I faced off with over 550 bulls. When I look at the odds I consider myself very blessed to be healthy, (not so) wealthy and (not so) wise!
The pro rodeo in Sterling, CO, was a nice event featuring some of our top circuit cowboys. It was a hot week for rodeo but the fans sure didn't mind as they saw first hand the grit and determination cowboys show when trying to win the big money.
Unfortunately, on Friday night the winning bull rider also received a ride to the ER after his spur became hung in the bulls flank strap and he was violently slammed to the ground. As a bullfighter, this is a very bad situation. The rider is drug helplessly by his spur and the tighter that strap becomes on the spur, the harder it is to free them. I was able to grab the rider's leg and help pull him to freedom. However, right before I freed his leg, the bull bucked and the rider was slammed to the ground. In every bad situation, there is good news if we choose to find it. For him, it was the fact that he was freed quickly and avoided being stepped on or gored by the bull. This was the first time that I have seen someone lay helpless on the arena dirt for such a long period of time without moving. Had I been a betting man, I would have left that night thinking he encountered a life threatening or career ending wreck.
After the rodeo, I cleaned up and headed to the ER to check on him. Praise God that he was fine and suffered no major injuries. I was able to visit with his parents and learn the good news that he was in good shape considering the accident. Rodeo is a brutal game at times...the saying is "It's not IF you get hurt, but WHEN." Although rodeo can be a dangerous sport once a person is bit with the rodeo bug, they have it for life and will stop short of dying to pursue gold buckle dreams. Rodeo is full of great people and great times which make for memories that will last a lifetime.
I wrote several weeks ago that I would be on a rodeo run that would be similar to eating an elephant and I would get it done one "bite" at a time. Well I can honestly say, I have conquered the task and it is good to be back home in Wyoming.
Forever West,
Jeremy
It's been a long 23 days. Over the last 3 weeks I have performed in 18 rodeo performances, traveling from New York to California. This has been one of the best rodeo runs I can remember with my favorite stop being at the Daddy of 'Em All, Cheyenne (Wyo) Frontier Days. I am happy to inform you I am still in one piece, safe and sound in my own home! During those 18 performances I faced off with over 550 bulls. When I look at the odds I consider myself very blessed to be healthy, (not so) wealthy and (not so) wise!
The pro rodeo in Sterling, CO, was a nice event featuring some of our top circuit cowboys. It was a hot week for rodeo but the fans sure didn't mind as they saw first hand the grit and determination cowboys show when trying to win the big money.
Unfortunately, on Friday night the winning bull rider also received a ride to the ER after his spur became hung in the bulls flank strap and he was violently slammed to the ground. As a bullfighter, this is a very bad situation. The rider is drug helplessly by his spur and the tighter that strap becomes on the spur, the harder it is to free them. I was able to grab the rider's leg and help pull him to freedom. However, right before I freed his leg, the bull bucked and the rider was slammed to the ground. In every bad situation, there is good news if we choose to find it. For him, it was the fact that he was freed quickly and avoided being stepped on or gored by the bull. This was the first time that I have seen someone lay helpless on the arena dirt for such a long period of time without moving. Had I been a betting man, I would have left that night thinking he encountered a life threatening or career ending wreck.
After the rodeo, I cleaned up and headed to the ER to check on him. Praise God that he was fine and suffered no major injuries. I was able to visit with his parents and learn the good news that he was in good shape considering the accident. Rodeo is a brutal game at times...the saying is "It's not IF you get hurt, but WHEN." Although rodeo can be a dangerous sport once a person is bit with the rodeo bug, they have it for life and will stop short of dying to pursue gold buckle dreams. Rodeo is full of great people and great times which make for memories that will last a lifetime.
I wrote several weeks ago that I would be on a rodeo run that would be similar to eating an elephant and I would get it done one "bite" at a time. Well I can honestly say, I have conquered the task and it is good to be back home in Wyoming.
Forever West,
Jeremy
Friday, August 10, 2007
On the Road Again
I arrived at DIA just in time to get in my vehicle and head to Cheyenne to pick up my rig and repack for the ProRodeo event in Yuma, CO. I had planned on driving to Yuma that night. However, due to delayed flights, delayed luggage, and dead batteries on my camper I opted to stay in my own bed Monday night and leave early Tuesday morning. It was a 1:30 pm performance so I had to be on the road pretty early.
Buying RV batteries after 9 pm isn't the best idea especially when most stores close at 9 pm! I ended up picking batteries up on the road and making a photo finish into Yuma. When I started hooking my camper up to power, water, etc. I ran into a little trouble with my power cord. Thank God for good samaritians...the Yuma Committee wasted no time fixing my rig while I dressed for the rodeo. I really appreciated all their help. It was a hot one and I sure need that AC.
The rodeo was perhaps the smoothest rodeo I've been to in a while. The bull riding went well and my bullfighting was on que. Congrats to my buddies Clayton Savage and the newest Team Wyoming member, Kanin Asay...they were 1st and 2nd respectively. I really enjoy rodeos in my circuit. Over the years, I've had the pleasure to work all shapes and sizes of rodeos and there's no place I'd rather perform. The Mountain States Circuit has as solid bull riders you can find in the country, and some of my best friends in the world.
After the rodeo, I had plans of fishing and walking over to the concert. However, I opted for some much needed rest. I was in bed by 9 pm and slept until 11am!
The Wednesday performance was held at 7:30 pm and several more good friends had entered in the bullriding event. Like always it was good seeing them and cheering 'em on during their ride. After the rodeo, I showered and broke camp in order to head to Sterling, CO for their PRCA Rodeo. I'm sitting in the Sterling BK as I write this! I was on the road by 11 pm so I made a quick stop for fuel and I was on the road again. I made it here a little after midnight. I didn't even bother unhooking the camper...I just crawled in and passed out!
Well, it's going to be a hot one...I'll write soon and let you know how the rodeo went. If you're near by you might as well come check it out and support Team Wyoming!
Forever West,
Jeremy
Buying RV batteries after 9 pm isn't the best idea especially when most stores close at 9 pm! I ended up picking batteries up on the road and making a photo finish into Yuma. When I started hooking my camper up to power, water, etc. I ran into a little trouble with my power cord. Thank God for good samaritians...the Yuma Committee wasted no time fixing my rig while I dressed for the rodeo. I really appreciated all their help. It was a hot one and I sure need that AC.
The rodeo was perhaps the smoothest rodeo I've been to in a while. The bull riding went well and my bullfighting was on que. Congrats to my buddies Clayton Savage and the newest Team Wyoming member, Kanin Asay...they were 1st and 2nd respectively. I really enjoy rodeos in my circuit. Over the years, I've had the pleasure to work all shapes and sizes of rodeos and there's no place I'd rather perform. The Mountain States Circuit has as solid bull riders you can find in the country, and some of my best friends in the world.
After the rodeo, I had plans of fishing and walking over to the concert. However, I opted for some much needed rest. I was in bed by 9 pm and slept until 11am!
The Wednesday performance was held at 7:30 pm and several more good friends had entered in the bullriding event. Like always it was good seeing them and cheering 'em on during their ride. After the rodeo, I showered and broke camp in order to head to Sterling, CO for their PRCA Rodeo. I'm sitting in the Sterling BK as I write this! I was on the road by 11 pm so I made a quick stop for fuel and I was on the road again. I made it here a little after midnight. I didn't even bother unhooking the camper...I just crawled in and passed out!
Well, it's going to be a hot one...I'll write soon and let you know how the rodeo went. If you're near by you might as well come check it out and support Team Wyoming!
Forever West,
Jeremy
Monday, August 6, 2007
A Quarter for Your Thoughts
It has been a busy few weeks for my rodeo travels. I am currently in California waiting on laundry! As you know, I performed at Cheyenne Frontier Days last week. Well this week I flew to Santa Barbara, CA for a Professional Bull Riders (PBR) event followed by a ProRodeo event. The weather in California has been beautiful and it made for great outdoor rodeo.
The Airmen stationed at nearby Vandenberg Air Force Base volunteered to help put on the event. I ran into a couple of my Air Force buddies that I had not seen in a few years so that was a nice treat. The Santa Barbara rodeo committee went out of there way to involve the Armed Forces. Along side me, the Marine Corps Mounted Honor Guard and the Air Force Choir were on hand to perform military honors. Please take a moment and remember our deployed Americans; for we are still at war.
Confidence is key in rodeo...I've always felt that when I think positive and feel good about myself, it is reflected in my bullfighting. I grew up listening to tapes recorded by World Champion Bull Rider Gary Lefew which discussed the power of the mind. I always try to think positive and it showed during this event. Gary was even on hand at the event! Visiting with him certainly took me back to my younger years when I would literally spend hours listening to his rodeo success stories that he contributed to positive thinking. Many miles have been traveled with Chris LeDoux and Gary Lefew tapes. All of which are now committed to memory!
The PBR all-stars were in California! It was a line-up featuring Chris Shivers, Luke Snyder, Greg Potter, Guliherme Marchi, Ednei Caminhas and many more...I fought bulls really well and praise God for that. Luke Snyder drew a pretty mean bull and ended up in a tight spot but I was able to go 'up and over' the bull’s head to allow Luke that moment of freedom to break for safety. It sure put a little hitch in my get-along! I've always said, the one thing that I love about fighting bulls is helping my buddies out...it's a priceless feeling knowing you did your best to keep them safe.
On a different note, California is suffering from one of their largest wildfires since the early 90's and the rodeo ground is just a few miles away from the wildfire. Thursday I experienced something like never before…the winds shifted westward, right in our direction...the enormous winds blew ashes all over the crowd and onto the contestants. It was to the point ash covered vehicles and windshields in a matter of minutes. If memory serves me right, this fire has claimed over 6,000 acres.
After the rodeo, the committee invited me back for the 08 & 09 rodeos. So look out CA, I'm coming back! My mentor and champion bullfighter, Donny Sparks, told me along time ago you can measure your success based on the fact if you were hired back to an event. He said, anybody can work a rodeo once, but getting it year after year separates the men from the boys. I often think back to that...
Well, I’m on my way to catch a flight back to Denver. I won't be in town long...just long enough to get my rig and head to Yuma, CO. I'll be there Tuesday and Wednesday for their ProRodeo event and then on to Sterling, CO Thursday and Friday. I'll be sure to keep you posted.
One last thing! The Wyoming State Quarter was unveiled today, however, the official launch and ceremony is not scheduled until 10 AM, September 14 at the Cheyenne Civic Center. If you would like to learn more about the Wyoming Quarter, including the commemorative card, visit: http://wyospcr.state.wy.us/ God Bless Wyoming!
The Airmen stationed at nearby Vandenberg Air Force Base volunteered to help put on the event. I ran into a couple of my Air Force buddies that I had not seen in a few years so that was a nice treat. The Santa Barbara rodeo committee went out of there way to involve the Armed Forces. Along side me, the Marine Corps Mounted Honor Guard and the Air Force Choir were on hand to perform military honors. Please take a moment and remember our deployed Americans; for we are still at war.
Confidence is key in rodeo...I've always felt that when I think positive and feel good about myself, it is reflected in my bullfighting. I grew up listening to tapes recorded by World Champion Bull Rider Gary Lefew which discussed the power of the mind. I always try to think positive and it showed during this event. Gary was even on hand at the event! Visiting with him certainly took me back to my younger years when I would literally spend hours listening to his rodeo success stories that he contributed to positive thinking. Many miles have been traveled with Chris LeDoux and Gary Lefew tapes. All of which are now committed to memory!
The PBR all-stars were in California! It was a line-up featuring Chris Shivers, Luke Snyder, Greg Potter, Guliherme Marchi, Ednei Caminhas and many more...I fought bulls really well and praise God for that. Luke Snyder drew a pretty mean bull and ended up in a tight spot but I was able to go 'up and over' the bull’s head to allow Luke that moment of freedom to break for safety. It sure put a little hitch in my get-along! I've always said, the one thing that I love about fighting bulls is helping my buddies out...it's a priceless feeling knowing you did your best to keep them safe.
On a different note, California is suffering from one of their largest wildfires since the early 90's and the rodeo ground is just a few miles away from the wildfire. Thursday I experienced something like never before…the winds shifted westward, right in our direction...the enormous winds blew ashes all over the crowd and onto the contestants. It was to the point ash covered vehicles and windshields in a matter of minutes. If memory serves me right, this fire has claimed over 6,000 acres.
After the rodeo, the committee invited me back for the 08 & 09 rodeos. So look out CA, I'm coming back! My mentor and champion bullfighter, Donny Sparks, told me along time ago you can measure your success based on the fact if you were hired back to an event. He said, anybody can work a rodeo once, but getting it year after year separates the men from the boys. I often think back to that...
Well, I’m on my way to catch a flight back to Denver. I won't be in town long...just long enough to get my rig and head to Yuma, CO. I'll be there Tuesday and Wednesday for their ProRodeo event and then on to Sterling, CO Thursday and Friday. I'll be sure to keep you posted.
One last thing! The Wyoming State Quarter was unveiled today, however, the official launch and ceremony is not scheduled until 10 AM, September 14 at the Cheyenne Civic Center. If you would like to learn more about the Wyoming Quarter, including the commemorative card, visit: http://wyospcr.state.wy.us/ God Bless Wyoming!
Forever West,
Jeremy
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Wild, Wet & Western!
The 111th Cheyenne Frontier Days (CFD) is in the record books. It was my busiest Frontier Days to date. I originally had great plans of submitting a blog or two during the rodeo. However, that didn’t turn out to be possible.
Everything is bigger at the “Daddy Of ‘Em All” and there was something for everyone…rodeo, parades, pancake breakfasts, night shows, shopping and the list goes on. I was able to take part in a large majority of CFD happenings this year despite flying to NYC mid-week.
I wrote in my last blog that I would give you more details regarding the TV show I flew to NYC to appear on. Unfortunately, I can’t say much since I had to sign a statement of confidentiality. I will offer this: it has to do with Drew Carey, it airs on CBS and I am still in the running!
When I returned from NYC, the rain followed! In six years of fighting bulls at CFD I don’t recall it being muddier! Wyoming always welcomes moisture so I’m not going to complain. The rain and mud certainly made for entertaining rodeo action and busy Laundromats! But overall, the mud didn’t hinder the riders or animals. We’re all cowboys and a little mud won’t stop us from chasing our gold buckle dreams.
During CFD I was privileged to take part in dozens of interviews for TV, newspapers, magazines and etc promoting Wyoming, the U.S. Air Force and the cowboy lifestyle. One of the interviews that was the most fun would be a show I did with famed New York Chef Ralph Pagano, titled “Pressure Cook” which will air on HDNET. It was a great experience. I taught Ralph to be a cowboy and he returned the favor by giving me a few cooking lessons. Let’s hope my rodeo career works out. If not, I might be a short order cook. I will keep you posted on airtimes and dates.
Denver’s Channel 7 did a live interview with me discussing the toughness it takes to be a rodeo bullfighter. I will post this interview on my website ASAP. I was able to spend a little time with the News 7 Team and give an inside look at the sport of rodeo prior to the interview. They seemed to enjoy our visit and it really showed on air. Thankfully, there were no injuries this week so we had to talk about old news.
There are so many things in the works right now regarding my professional career. It is an exciting time, but I remain focused on my goals from the start of the year - qualify for the Mountain States Circuit Finals and then on to the Dodge National Circuit Finals. It’s easy to get distracted having so many irons in the fire but I find it helps to have my goals listed and read them everyday just to maintain focus and dedication in route to reaching them.
Wyoming Tourism has wrapped my truck with photos and logos. If you see me rolling in your town write down the website listed on it and send us an email.
I am off to Santa Barbara, CA, for a Professional Bull Riders event as well as a PRCA Rodeo. This will be my first time there and I will be sure to write about my experiences in California. I hope to try surfing for the first time. Maybe we can get a few locals interested in the sprit of the Wild West and Wyoming!
Forever West,
Jeremy
Everything is bigger at the “Daddy Of ‘Em All” and there was something for everyone…rodeo, parades, pancake breakfasts, night shows, shopping and the list goes on. I was able to take part in a large majority of CFD happenings this year despite flying to NYC mid-week.
I wrote in my last blog that I would give you more details regarding the TV show I flew to NYC to appear on. Unfortunately, I can’t say much since I had to sign a statement of confidentiality. I will offer this: it has to do with Drew Carey, it airs on CBS and I am still in the running!
When I returned from NYC, the rain followed! In six years of fighting bulls at CFD I don’t recall it being muddier! Wyoming always welcomes moisture so I’m not going to complain. The rain and mud certainly made for entertaining rodeo action and busy Laundromats! But overall, the mud didn’t hinder the riders or animals. We’re all cowboys and a little mud won’t stop us from chasing our gold buckle dreams.
During CFD I was privileged to take part in dozens of interviews for TV, newspapers, magazines and etc promoting Wyoming, the U.S. Air Force and the cowboy lifestyle. One of the interviews that was the most fun would be a show I did with famed New York Chef Ralph Pagano, titled “Pressure Cook” which will air on HDNET. It was a great experience. I taught Ralph to be a cowboy and he returned the favor by giving me a few cooking lessons. Let’s hope my rodeo career works out. If not, I might be a short order cook. I will keep you posted on airtimes and dates.
Denver’s Channel 7 did a live interview with me discussing the toughness it takes to be a rodeo bullfighter. I will post this interview on my website ASAP. I was able to spend a little time with the News 7 Team and give an inside look at the sport of rodeo prior to the interview. They seemed to enjoy our visit and it really showed on air. Thankfully, there were no injuries this week so we had to talk about old news.
There are so many things in the works right now regarding my professional career. It is an exciting time, but I remain focused on my goals from the start of the year - qualify for the Mountain States Circuit Finals and then on to the Dodge National Circuit Finals. It’s easy to get distracted having so many irons in the fire but I find it helps to have my goals listed and read them everyday just to maintain focus and dedication in route to reaching them.
Wyoming Tourism has wrapped my truck with photos and logos. If you see me rolling in your town write down the website listed on it and send us an email.
I am off to Santa Barbara, CA, for a Professional Bull Riders event as well as a PRCA Rodeo. This will be my first time there and I will be sure to write about my experiences in California. I hope to try surfing for the first time. Maybe we can get a few locals interested in the sprit of the Wild West and Wyoming!
Forever West,
Jeremy
Thursday, July 19, 2007
Flying Sparks
The summer months are always busy for rodeo cowboys. On top of my rodeo schedule, I have started my new Air Force job, searched for a new home, and have been cast for a new TV show.
Tomorrow is the official start of the 111th annual Cheyenne Frontier Days (CFD) western celebration. I’m excited! If you have never witnessed the world’s largest outdoor western celebration, it is a must see. The rodeo is action-packed, the live entertainment features the latest and greatest and then there is shopping and the carnival. Did I mention the Indian Village?
I’m excited for Team Wyoming as well. This will be the first event of the year where you can see every member of Team Wyoming perform! So you’re in for a real treat should you be able to attend. I will be performing July 21-23 and 26-29. This will be the first year in several that I won’t be performing everyday. However, when you learn the reason why, you’ll understand. Trust me it is big news and I will report on it after I return on the 26th. I will tell you this much. It is a once-in-a-lifetime experience and I will be in New York City!
After CFD, I will have a day off and then fly to Santa Barbara, CA for the PBR and PRCA rodeo Aug 1-5. It’s going to be a great event and I will be sure to post from CA as well.
On Aug 6, I will fly home, hook-up my camper and head to a couple of rodeos in my very own Mountain States Circuit. Aug 7-8 I will fight bulls in Yuma, CO followed by a performance in Sterling, CO on Aug 9-10.
Hey, do you know how to eat an elephant? One bite at a time! This rodeo run will be exactly like that - one performance and one bull at a time.
Even though my life is running 90mph right now, there are a lot of great things in the immediate future. Be sure to check back often. I won’t make you wait forever to learn more. But for now, it’s Cheyenne Frontier Days…my favorite rodeo in the world!
Forever West,
Jeremy
Tomorrow is the official start of the 111th annual Cheyenne Frontier Days (CFD) western celebration. I’m excited! If you have never witnessed the world’s largest outdoor western celebration, it is a must see. The rodeo is action-packed, the live entertainment features the latest and greatest and then there is shopping and the carnival. Did I mention the Indian Village?
I’m excited for Team Wyoming as well. This will be the first event of the year where you can see every member of Team Wyoming perform! So you’re in for a real treat should you be able to attend. I will be performing July 21-23 and 26-29. This will be the first year in several that I won’t be performing everyday. However, when you learn the reason why, you’ll understand. Trust me it is big news and I will report on it after I return on the 26th. I will tell you this much. It is a once-in-a-lifetime experience and I will be in New York City!
After CFD, I will have a day off and then fly to Santa Barbara, CA for the PBR and PRCA rodeo Aug 1-5. It’s going to be a great event and I will be sure to post from CA as well.
On Aug 6, I will fly home, hook-up my camper and head to a couple of rodeos in my very own Mountain States Circuit. Aug 7-8 I will fight bulls in Yuma, CO followed by a performance in Sterling, CO on Aug 9-10.
Hey, do you know how to eat an elephant? One bite at a time! This rodeo run will be exactly like that - one performance and one bull at a time.
Even though my life is running 90mph right now, there are a lot of great things in the immediate future. Be sure to check back often. I won’t make you wait forever to learn more. But for now, it’s Cheyenne Frontier Days…my favorite rodeo in the world!
Forever West,
Jeremy
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