A REAL, OLD-FASHIONED RODEO We actually woke up cold; temps must have been in the 50s though they gradually rose to the 70s later in the day, resulting in not having to turn on the AC. We went to the Johnson County rodeo with the Todds; if you are a western buff, you’ll remember the Johnson County war between the cattle barons and the small ranchers. One of the requirements for the rodeo is that all the contestants must be from Johnson County, WY, and many of the participants were grandchildren and great grandchildren of those engaged in the Johnson County war. It was a family affair for the participants, with many of the rodeo events such as rescue riding, pole bending, goat tying, wild cow milking, calf riding, mutton busting, etc., involving parents and/or children. There were also the traditional rodeo events. Dick, now 64, had participated in the rodeo at the same arena with his brother Dave, when both were teenagers. Kay and Carolyn laughed and laughed at the events, especially the ones with the children. What a great old time rodeo that was–nothing like those ‘commercialized’ ones these days. No wonder it was such a great family event–everyone participated! Kay loved it!

After the rodeo and livestock fair auction, Dick brought us back to the campground, then returned to the fair to buy a sheep for slaughter while Kay took Carolyn to the ranch. It was a great day!