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2010 Clinics

February 19 - 21 - Miss Rodeo Illinois ~ Galva, I

February 19 - 21 - Miss Rodeo Colorado

February 27 - Miss Rodeo Oregon ~ Sherwood, OR

February 27 & 28 - Miss Reno Rodeo ~ Reno, NV
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March 11 - 13 - Rodeo Queen Boot Camp ~ Ogden, UT
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March 12 - 14 - Miss Rodeo Nebraska ~ North Platte, NE

March 19 - 21 - Miss Rodeo Wyoming ~ Douglas, WY

March 27 - 28 - Miss Rodeo Texas ~ San Antonio, TX

March 26 - 28 - Miss Rodeo Iowa ~ Ames, IA

April 10 - 11 - Miss Rodeo Arkansas ~ Conway, AR

Second Go-Round Problems

We are aware of the problems with The Second Go-Round.  Please bear with us as we work to resolve them.

~ Bobbie

Who will become Miss Rodeo USA 2010?

 
Jamie Virden
Miss Rodeo USA 2009
 

The annual Miss Rodeo USA Pageant has begun in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and six lovely young ladies from across the nation are vying for the national title.  On Sunday January 17 the winner will be announced prior to the final performance of the International Professional Rodeo Association.  See the full pageant schedule and meet the contestants at the pageant website and follow the action at their blog.

Rodeo Queens in the News

It's Stock Show time in Denver and Miss Rodeo Colorado is making headlines:

Parade Photo

Coronation on Sunday for Miss Rodeo Colorado

In other news:

Han running for 2010 Miss Rodeo Montana Title

Rodeo Queen Competition Seeks to Preserve Western Heritage (Arizona)

Miss Lake County Rodeo Queen and Princess contestants sought (California)

Rooftop Royalty preparing for 2010 Rodeo (Colorado)

Rodeo Queen Pageant orientation January 22 (California)

Study Materials

If you're like us you're probably stuck inside due to blizzard conditions and bitter cold.  There are many activities you can do during these down times to prepare for your next title.  One of those things is to study.  When judging or watching pageants I am often disappointed at the lack of basic equine science knowledge demonstrated by even the most experienced riders.  I've put together a few links with information that you'll find helpful not only in preparing for your next interview or test but also helpful to you in becoming a better horsewoman.

This first link may be my favorite.  It is coordinated by state extension services and is filled with all sorts of information from tack to breeding to diseases and more.

Extension Services

The American Quarter Horse Association's website has its 4aHorse section.  They have a resource directory area that you can access PDF documents on anatomy, a conformation chart and more.  You'll need to register for that area but no membership or fee is required to do so.  And don't pass over the "Horse Health" link on the left side of the page.

4aHorse

Under the "Guidelines" link on the American Association of Equine Practitioners website you'll find information on equine welfare, disaster preparedness, vaccinations and more.

American Association of Equine Practitioners

When talking to people who are not familiar with rodeo queen pageantry I always let them know what a great opportunity our competitions are for young horsewomen to gain knowledge about themselves and their horses.  Not only will you have more success in pageants by knowing and understanding the many facets of equine science but your horse (and your veterinarian!) will appreciate it as well.

Best of luck to you as you pursue your rodeo queen dreams!

~ Bobbie

Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas from our house to yours.  We wish you all the best in 2010, may all your rodeo queen dreams come true!

~ Bobbie

Miss Rodeo Australia to Return

After a ten year hiatus the Miss Rodeo Australia pageant may be renewed:

Miss Rodeo Australia

More on on Rodeo Queens in Australia: 

Jessica Leech - Miss Rodeo Warwick

Rodeo Queens of Australia

Rodeo Queens in the News

All links were current as of publication.  We are not responsible for broken links or links that change after publication.

Kelli Jackson Crowned Miss Rodeo America

Idaho Woman Named Rodeo Runner-up

Miss Rodeo America Home for a Visit

UNR Student Vying for Miss Rodeo America Crown

Miss Rodeo Bids Farewell

Queen of the Rodeo: National pageant next up for state title holder

Amack cherishes experiences as Miss Rodeo Nebraska

To tuck or not to tuck?

Recently on the RodeoRoyalty.com Yahoo Group Ashley asked the following question: "...I have noticed some girls are wearing their jeans tucked into their boots that are the same color of their jeans.  What do you think of this trend?"

Kim suggested she look at the manner in which Kelli Jackson, former Miss Rodeo Mississippi and reigning Miss Rodeo America 2010, dressed during the pageant and to take notes of how she had dressed.  Her suggestion to do this was based on her opinion that the judges may have not liked the look since Kelli had won appearance and the title and had not tucked her jeans in.  Kim also noted that the winner rarely does anything too trendy in Vegas and that the classics win.  Others were of the opinion that it may not have been appropriate for the competition or that the outfit wasn't necessarily the right outfit to pull the look off.

I have to agree with all of the responses.  This is a look, like most fads, that comes and goes.  It was a look that was popular in the late '70's and into the '80's when manufacturers were making incredible tall dress boots that were fit to be shown off.  It can be a fun look but as with any look there is an appropriate time and place for it.

If you are considering attempting this look you need to consider what this will do to your overall look. 

• Depending on your figure and the overall outfit you are wearing tucking your pants into your boots may make you look shorter and squattier than you are.  Step back and take a good long look at the overall effect, take a picture or two to evaluate how your figure is changed by doing so and ask others what they think of the look.
• Your pants should fit well and not have a lot of bunchiness at the top of your boots.
• Your boots must be very clean and in good condition from the bottom of their soles to the boot pulls.
• Remember the old adage "less is often more".  If you already have a lot going on with your other accessories then adding more in the form of really loud boots may be detrimental to your overall look.

Tucking your pants into your boots can be a fun way to show your individualism.  Just remember the setting and how it affects your overall look before taking the risk.

Best of luck to you as you pursue your rodeo queen dreams.

~ Bobbie

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