From a rodeo standpoint, welcome to the big time. The War Bonnet Roundup, Idaho’s oldest rodeo, is back under the lights this Saturday at Sandy Downs for its 114th year.
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In the days ahead, rodeo fans can expect to see some of the best cowboys and cowgirls in the nation visit Idaho Falls thanks to a huge payoff of over $100,000.
I had the opportunity to meet some of the people who will contribute to the glitz and glamour under the arena lights on Wednesday, even though it’s still a little secret who will be riding and roping (and in some cases, running for cover).
I’ve put together a list.
Even though I’ve never hit a cow or ridden a bull, I did receive my Horsemanship merit badge a few decades back. Additionally, I think I may still recall how to saddle a very gentle horse—one that maybe goes up and down and circles while calliope music plays in the background.
In any case, I am incredibly respectful of the men and women who have taken this authentically American way of life and turned it into something that we in eastern Idaho can enjoy.
The East Idaho News’s news editor is David Kennard. You can reach him at eastidahonews.com/david.kennard.
