We’re about half-way through our season-long attendance of the Houston Rodeo, and it’s been pretty fun, albeit a little repetitive. Basically each night we see the rodeo events immediately followed by the live performances.
The rodeo events 1 have been my favourite things to see so far, particularly the Mutton Bustin’ and Calf Scramble, but the horse and bull riding has been impressive.
I think I’d give it a miss in the coming years, or at least go for one full Saturday or Sunday 2 to get my fill of fried food (including butter!), bacon-wrapped sausage, and funnel cakes.
Also, better opportunities for photography can be had during the day 3. Here’s a quick collection of pics I’ve taken so far. Most of these were taken this past Sunday. (Quite a few of these felt like they warranted a B+W conversion, so I did them all. I think they’re better for it (although I’ll likely post a final gallery with colour photos once the Rodeo is over)).
In May and June this year, we took to South America for a whirlwind tour of five countries: Ecuador, Peru, Chile, Argentina, and...	
By far, this was the most surreal place I’ve ever set foot in (on): White Pocket, in Vermilion Cliffs National Monument...	
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Join us in Great Bend, Kansas for the 2nd Annual YP5K and Half Marathon on Saturday, October 15th. The races will start and finish at Jack Kilby Square in downtown Great Bend, and both will utilize a professionally chipped timing system provided by Oz Endurance. Participants can elect to run or walk the 5K course or take on the more challenging half marathon course. Each participant receives a race t-shirt, a swag bag of goodies from our sponsors, a complimentary breakfast, along with free finish line photos published on our Facebook page after the event. Cost is $30 per 5K participant or $60 per half marathon participant. Prices increase to $35 and $70 respectively after September 25th. T-shirt sizes are not guaranteed after the earlybird deadline. Proceeds will be used to sponsor fitness and wellness initiatives in Barton County. Post your race photos using the hashtag #YP5K on social media!
Take a scenic tour of the Great Bend community on our dynamic race route, which incorporates two City parks, our notorious hike and bike trail, as well as beautiful tree-lined residential streets - all on flat terrain with well-coordinated hydration stations. Ample restroom facilities are made available at the starting line and at the park pavilion. Awards will be presented to the top male and top female finishers in five age groups (13 to 18, 19 to 25, 26 to 35, 36 to 49, 50 and Over). All half marathon finishers will receive a medal. *Pending USATF certification.
Join us at Jack Kilby Square for a scenic route through Great Bend that includes Brit Spaugh Park and well-marked residential areas. Medals will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers in six age groups (12 and Under, 13 to 18, 19 to 25, 26 to 35, 36 to 49, 50 and Over).
Proceeds will be used to sponsor fitness and wellness initiatives in Barton County. This event is presented by the Barton County Young Professionalsgroup along with several sponsoring partners.
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