The grand parade
Gay Rodeo 101—There are “Rodeo Events” and then there are “Gay Rodeo Events.” Bull Riding is a typical rodeo event. A man or a woman gets on a bull that basically would rather be grazing someplace thinking bullish thoughts. The contestant must stay on for six seconds in order to qualify. Nothing new here, thus it is in the category of Rough Stock Events and is an activity that could be found at all rodeo events across the country.
The cowboys Get Ready for Action!
Goat Dressing is not a typical event and is found under the category of “Camp Events.” Camp is another series entirely and beyond the scope of this little blog. Goat dressing includes, a goat, two team members and a pair of tightie-whities (a.k.a. white underwear). The teams of two must catch a goat that is tethered 50 feet away from the start line. While one contestant raises the rear of the goat, the other contestant must fit a pair of the underwear over its legs and into the “dressed” position. Both contestants must run back past the start line and timer before the goat drops its drawers in order to qualify. The fastest time wins!
There is Ms. 2004 Rodeo Queen in the bottom right corner!
There is some statement that in Dallas there are only steers and queers and the same could be said about the IGRA Rodeo. Of course, this year was the 20th anniversary for the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association (GSGRA).
Watching the from the grandstand!
Events:
Calf Roping on Foot
Team Roping
Mounted Breakaway Roping
Chute Dogging
Goat Dressing
Bareback Bronc Riding
Barrel Racing
Steer Riding
Steer Decorating
Bull Riding
Wild Drag Race
Flag Racing
Pole Bending
The boys in the bleachers!
We missed the wild drag race in order to get back to the hotel for the “Degrease” party at the pool and then the dance in the evening. Next year, I will get Frank to participate in the goat dressing and get my buckle.
The boys: Jon, Randy, Douglas and Paul
So sweet it should be illegal!
