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Youth Rodeo Spotlight: Race Martini............................... 4 Local rodeo club gives kids a path to success ................. 6 Junior High Rodeo Spotlight: Averie Sanders.................... 7 High School Rodeo Spotlight: Hana Weston..................... 8 Rodeo photographer Jim Fain .....................................9-10 Letter from UHSRA President Josh Allen........................10 Rodeo: Abusive to Animals............................................ 11 History of Weber State Rodeo Club.......................... 12-13

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Western Wasatch Expo..................................................15 Utah Quarter Horse Racing............................................ 17

ANIMAL CARE

SPECIAL FEATURE: CHRIS PETERSEN...............26 AGRICULTURE

Utah Agriculture affected by Covid-19...........................28

OUTDOORS

Outdoor adventures in souther Utah..............................29 Ken Adams: All Things Outdoors...................................30 Disabled Outdoorsmen: Creating ability for disabled.....32 Trophy Room........................................................... 33-34 DWR: New website highliting wildlife migration.............35 DWR: Proposed decrease in deer, anterless permits.....36 DWR: Online options for hunter education.................... 37 Fish Stocking Report......................................................38 DWR Wildlife Calendar..................................................40

Equine Dentistry: Justin Stark........................................19 A Vet’s Advice: Dr. David Moss......................................20 How to help spring migration.........................................21

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YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS

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Kari Byington: 4-H leader..............................................24 4-H Livestock selection............................................ 24-25

Springs Fashions..................................................... 42-43 Hat Tricks by Tod Bell....................................................44 Cowboy Poetry: Thatch Elmer........................................45 Sam Lively: Cowboy Mechanics.....................................46

A LETTER FROM OUR PROJECT DIRECTOR, KENDAL PARKER Welcome to the May issue of Western Wasatch magazine. Our goal for this issue is to celebrate the individuals, events, organizations, hobbies and industries in our community that bring the winter season alive! In these pages you will find community spotlights on people that make a difference, have an impact on our youth and give us reason to celebrate their accomplishments. Among other things you will also find discussion on issues that face our agricultural community and Northern Utah's trophies from this hunting season in our Trophy Room.

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Youth Rodeo Association

Member Spotlight: Race Martini

BY LACIE KOFORD Western Wasatch Contributor

At only 12 years old, Race Martini has already begun to make a name for himself and develop a love for rodeo. Living in Weber County, he has already received several awards and experienced some memorable events that are sure to shape the future cowboy he is bound to become.

Race, true to his name, is always on the go when it comes to rodeos, events, sports, and school involvement. Looking forward to entering the seventh grade for the 2020-2021 school year, he excels as a student. Spending time being successful in school is a top priority for Race and his parents. He is looking forward to being able to take Spanish for the firsttime next year and have more variety of choice when it comes to classes that will be available to him. Like most other incoming seventh graders, he is a little nervous for the change of schools, namely having more than one teacher, getting to class on time, and making sure he can still continue to balance his involvement in rodeo with his school requirements.

One reason why education is so important for Race is because he has already started making plans to become a commercial airline pilot when he grows up.

He has already mapped out how long it will take for his education, where he will attend, and how much money it will cost. In the last year he has developed a passion towards becoming a pilot because of the influence of his sixth-grade teacher Jennifer Nielsen at West Weber Elementary, and her husband Justin Nielsen, who is also a pilot. Right now, Race and his parents are working with Justin on proper paperwork for him to be able to experience flying with Dustin.

Race is undoubtedly excited for this future opportunity to make sure his plans are what he really wants to do.

On the top of his list of exciting changes in the next year is his ability to move on to the Junior High Rodeo division. This new advancement will provide more opportunity for Race to compete, learn more about his favorite events, and travel all over Utah.

Officially jumping into the world of rodeo when he was only four years old, Race has had 8 years to experience many different events and decide which ones are his favorites. Following the path that most young beginners take, he started out with dummy

Race and horse Sami prepare for a rodeo.

6th grader Race Martini

roping, stick horse barrels, and goat tying, but in no time, Race was participating in breakaway and team roping, with team roping proving to be his favorite event so far. Race particularly loves team roping because it’s one of the only events where he gets to compete with a friend. He really likes building that sense of commonality and teamwork with one of his close friends. He’s been able to compete with many close friends as teammates, but Race is looking forward to starting to practice with and compete with Parley Parker as they prepare for team roping events in the near future.

Darla and Jumby have been the two horses that Race has been working with most recently. Darla has been Race’s horse for a couple of years, and Jumby, short for Jambalaya, is a newly acquired horse. Darla has been his go-to because of her training, while Jumby is currently in the middle of his training. Race looks forward to soon being able to rotate back and forth between the two for all his events. Many years and memories are sure to be had with both horses and Race, hopefully building a strong bond along the way.

Race recalls fond memories of learning to rope from many members of his family. His Uncle Stetson and Grandpa Boyd have helped him tremendously by teaching him how to rope and always finding the time to practice with him. Race also recalls the experi-

ences he has had while roping with his Great Grandpa Karl. With great grandpa living in Boise, it doesn’t make it easy for the two to rope together as often as they’d both like, but when they do have the chance, the memories being built are special and priceless.

Race says that great grandpa is quite the guy to learn from and can definitely hold his own. Passing down a wholesome passion from one generation to another is great for family unity and support.

In looking towards the future, Race has many goals that he’d like to accomplish in rodeo and outside of rodeo. Some of those include continuing to hone his skills as a roper and soon being able to win a saddle.

He’d also like to attend and compete in a jackpot as his skills improve. Outside of rodeo, he looks forward to continuing to be a good student, earning good grades, serving a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints when he’s 18, and attending college, earning his degree as a pilot.

With so much already accomplished in his short life, one of Race’s favorite memories in the past couple years was being chosen to carry a flag for the Ogden Pioneer Days rodeo in 2018 for the opening ceremonies, recognizing the honor that it was to be given this experience. Being recognized with such an honor is a sign that Race has what it takes to continue his successful career in rodeo and outside rodeo in his personal life. Given the platform of being able to influence others, Race will continue to be an example to those around him.

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Local junior high rodeo club gives kids a path to success

BY PATRICK CARR Standard-Examiner

The Wasatch Front Junior High Rodeo Association has a pretty big geographical reach, even beyond the mountain range for which the association is named.

"We have kids from Davis County, Weber County, out of Evanston, Wyoming, all over," club secretary Kelli Nelson said.

Nelson says she started the club, based in Taylor, in 2006 with about 15-20 junior high-aged kids so they can compete in rodeos throughout Utah.

It has kids from Weber, Davis, Box Elder and Cache counties plus some from Wyoming.

At one point, Nelson said she was on the board for the Utah Youth Rodeo Association and conversations started happening about starting something specific for junior high kids.

Nelson's two children were junior high-aged at the time, and she figured she'd stick with that age group.

Right now, she estimates the club has about 35 kids, with 30 in the junior high age group and five more in a fifth-gradeand-under group.

Nelson grew up rodeoing and in a normal world where everything isn't canceled or postponed. She still barrel races occasionally.

Both her children were bull riders — Nelson had a mechanical bull in the backyard for them when they were younger — and grew up with Tim and Tyler Bingham, who have had success on the national rodeo stage.

"I love how the rodeo gives the kids a foundation with a goal to work towards.

These kids are hard working. You can't go out and rodeo just because," she said.

Speaking of bull riders, Tim and Tyler Bingham were both in the club, according to Nelson.

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Members of the 2019 Wasatch Front Junior High Rodeo Association pose for a photograph. The rodeo club, based in Taylor, hasn’t been able to take its group photo for 2020 yet due to many events being cancelled in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo supplied, Nicole Martin)

tional Finals Rodeo three times (2014, 2016-17) in bull riding and won the San Angelo (Texas) rodeo this past February.

Tyler Bingham, the younger brother, has gone to the NFR the past two years and finished fourth in the world standings in 2019 with $246,399 in season earnings.

As of early April, he's won two rodeos in 2020 in Homestead, Florida, and Queen Creek, Arizona.

Nelson says the Bingham brothers' success can serve as a goal for kids who are in the club.

"This path that has been set here in Utah gives these kids a great foundation to be able to do that," she said.

The Wasatch Front Junior High Rodeo Association is one of eight junior high

rodeo clubs in the state of Utah, and in order to compete in rodeos, kids have to be part of a club, Nelson said.

The junior high rodeo associations are under the umbrella of the Utah High School Rodeo Association, which puts on the state finals every June in Heber City.

The top four finishers at the state finals move on to the national finals in July in Lincoln, Nebraska. Kids in the WFJHRA are also eligible for scholarships that the UHSRA distributes.

The WFJHRA normally hosts a rodeo in Tremonton at the Box Elder County Fairgrounds every year. This year's rodeo had been scheduled for April 17-18 but was postponed due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

The association has had to cancel numerous jackpots and weekly rodeos in light of the pandemic. The UHSRA canceled all events until May 2 in line with Gov. Gary Herbert's order to keep public schools closed until at least May 1.

Nelson says she hopes the rodeo can be rescheduled for sometime in May, but isn't sure.

Normally, the association has been able to take a group photo of all of its members by this time of year. That, too, hasn't happened due to so many cancellations.

While some events are canceled or postponed, rodeo events can still be practiced.

"You still have people practicing in the backyards," she said.

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Junior High Rodeo Association

Member Spotlight: Averie Sanders

BY LACIE KOFORD Western Wasatch Contributor

Averie Sanders is a thirteen-year-old seventh grade girl in Weber County who is working on making a name for herself in the Junior High Rodeo Association. She has received many awards and achieved quite a bit in her young years and aspires to achieve much more as she gains more experience and practice in the next few years.

Averie is heavily involved in rodeo and has achieved much, but outside of her life in rodeo, she excels as a student. Her favorite subjects in school are math and art, which is quite the unlikely combination. These two subjects show that Averie is an analytical person who thinks deeply about the things she’s involved in, but also that she is creative and loves to find outlets for her self-expression. She loves to focus on drawing sunsets and landscapes, which is no surprise given that much of her life is outside in nature. As a student, Averie puts her studies as a top priority and makes sure that she is first and foremost a good student, then as the books close, she is quick to head outside to her rodeo haven.

Getting involved in rodeo when she was only four-years-old, Averie has had quite a bit of time to experience many different events and work her way up to the success she is experiencing today. Like most kids, she started out with goat ribbon pull and stick horse barrels, but in no time, Averie was participating in barrel racing, poles, goat tying, and ribbon roping. She says out of the events that she has participated in, breakaway is her favorite.

With all this experience under her belt, Averie has been no stranger to competing and being successful in many events and competitions. To date, she has earned 12 buckles, and just this last year she earned the all-

around saddle in the UYRA (Utah Youth Rodeo Association). For such a young girl to achieve such a big award was no easy accomplishment. Averie put in many hours of practice and honing her skills to accomplish this goal. Traveling all around Utah, she has been involved in many junior high rodeos and is looking at getting back in to competing this summer as rodeo season comes around again.

Outside of rodeo, Averie loves being involved in 4H and is hoping to win Grand Champion with her 4H animals this summer. She’s excited to pick out her hogs and lambs to train and groom for the upcoming 4H competition.

Averie has many goals to look forward to in the coming years, all of which will continue to motivate her to be her best self. She says she’d like to make it to Nationals and the NFR Rodeo in Las Vegas in the next few years. Watching her achieve these goals will be rewarding to her family, friends, and community. In the distant future, Averie would love to go to college to become either a veterinarian or a neonatal nurse.

With so much going on in her life, Averie does find time to relax and unwind, and she says her favorite way to do this is with her family while watching a movie. This shows the gratitude and appreciation she gives to those who support her the most.

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High School Rodeo Association

Member Spotlight: Hana Weston

BY LACIE KOFORD Western Wasatch Contributor

Hana Weston is a 15-year-old member of the High School Rodeo Association. She has been a part of the UYRA, LJRA, and Junior High Rodeo Association since she started competing at 9 years old. Hana has learned to appreciate her involvement in rodeo and feels like it has made her the strong, hardworking young woman she is today.

She has learned many lessons, at her ranch at home, in the arena competing, and as a consistent 4.0 student.

In the beginning, Hana started out with barrel racing, then moved on to breakaway and team roping, which she enjoys and works hard to improve in today. She says that she enjoys team roping because she gets to compete with close friends and build lasting friendships, all while realizing the harder she works, the better she will eventually become. Hana likes to travel to various rodeos and competitions around Utah and neighboring states and has participated in the Evanston Rodeo Series since 7th grade, junior rodeos in Wyoming, Idaho, and Utah, and even made it to Nationals last year in South Dakota.

Living in Lake Town, Utah, Hana has had the opportunity to grow up on her family’s ranch and be around the animals and lifestyle she has grown to love. She currently works with 6

horses, one of which has been her competition horse since she was in 6th grade. Fred, as this horse is so lovingly named, has led Hana to achieve much success. She’s also training 2 horses into rope horses, raising and training a colt, and she just recently took on two more horses to train for her use in future rodeos. To say she’s a busy young lady is an understatement. With all that is required at home on the ranch, maintaining a consistent 4.0 in school, training her horses, and improving her skills in rodeo, she remains a good example to those around her of hard work and persistence.

Hana has interests outside of rodeo that add to her personality and achievements also. One of those interests is her participation in 4H since she

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was 8 years old. She has loved raising and showing pigs and also showing horses that she has trained. Sports have also been a part of Hana’s life.

In school, she used to participate in basketball and volleyball, until a knee injury forced her to take a break.

When asked what goals she’d like to achieve in the next 5 years, Hana stated that she’d like to maintain and excel in her education at school, continue to compete in and attend as many rodeos as she can, finish training and acquire new horses to train, and go to Veterinarian school with a possibility of an equine focus.

While making goals for the future is important, Hana has already achieved so much so far in her career. Just last year she was the Junior High State Breakaway Champion and was able to qualify for and attend Nationals in South Dakota in breakaway and roping. She’s also won UYRA year end in breakaway 4 times, and poles and barrels once. She won the state competition in breakaway and was awarded a saddle for that accomplishment, been awarded over 45 buckles, and made it to Short-Go in all her events in State.

When asked what she enjoyed most about competing at Nationals, Hana said, “It’s great to see so many people there, see how they run their routines, and see what differences everybody has.” She added that seeing the diversity there has inspired her to add to and make changes to her routines and training development.

Hana has had many memorable experiences that have shaped her to become the accomplished competitor she is today, but one of those experiences nearly stopped her from competing altogether. In 6th grade at the start of the competition year, Hana was at a Jackie Crawford Lin Smith clinic and stepped off goat tying. When 8 Standard-Examiner

she did this she was injured and while injured she was kicked by a her horse, which caused a grade 5 laceration to her liver. She spent two weeks at Primary Children’s Hospital and took about three and a half months to fully recover. She relates that because of this scary and uncertain situation, she has a better appreciation of what she has been given and the talents and skills that allow her to keep doing what she loves to do.

Hana has been lucky to have many mentors along the way that have influenced her in one way or another. She is incredibly grateful for her families help and support of her competing and passions, as well as her many friends and their families for the support they give. She has had many that she’s been able to learn from and count as mentors along her journey. To start this list, she’s grateful for both of her parents, Kelly and Wes, a distant mentor Jackie Crawford, and Justine Wilson and Jake Hannum. Her sponsor, Keylix, has also been a supporter in providing great supplements that help her horses perform to the best of their ability.

Witnessing many young and aspiring rodeo participants and competitors makes Hana proud to see. She hopes that as these young kids participate and experience the many successes and setbacks that rodeo has to offer, they will remember to always maintain good sportsmanship and constantly try to lift others up. Pushing others to be better in a positive way in turn makes you better. It’s ok to not to be the best at everything because that should motivate you to find what you can improve on and work hard to make the changes necessary to do so. She is very appreciative of the experiences she has been able to have and hopes that those young kids keep the same outlook.

Rodeo photographer has spent a lifetime shooting what he loves

BY MARK SAAL Standard-Examiner

LOGAN — In the beginning, Jim Fain used photography just to get a closer look at his favorite sport.

“Originally, it was a way to get into the rodeo arena for free,” admits the 77-year-old Fain, who built a rodeo photography business spanning six decades.

“I could usually get into the rodeo, but packing a camera they’d give you a little space in the arena.”

Fain, who lives in Logan, eventually turned that early trick into Fain Photographic, a business that has been shooting rodeos in the intermountain area for more than 59 years. Fain captures the action at local and regional rodeos, then makes signed prints available for sale to patrons — mostly contestants — at the event.

“This is a business strictly on speculation,” Fain

said. “The only time I got paid (in advance) to do something was in the early 1980s when Wrangler hired me for a shoot.”

Fain was born in Corydon, Iowa, during World War II. When he was 5 years old, his family moved to Buckeye, Arizona, where an uncle had a spread that raised cotton and sugar beets, along with palomino show horses.

“That was my first introduction to anything western,” he said.

At that time, Fain had a cousin who was a couple of years older than him. She owned a pair of chaps, which the young Fain thought was a pretty cool fashion statement.

“I told my parents I wanted a pair of pants like that,” he said. “I wasn’t taken too much with watch-

“Since photography has gone to digital, everybody’s a rodeo photographer these days.” But they haven’t had to breathe hypo fumes when you’re wetprocessing in a hotel-room bathroom. They haven’t had to put a handkerchief over the faucet to filter out the oil droplets.”

— Jim Fain, rodeo photographer

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Fain’s family later moved to the edge of Phoenix, where he did a little rodeoing in high school. After graduation, Fain went to Colorado, where he tried “rodeoing and bumming around.” But eventually, the money ran out and he moved back to Phoenix.

Back home, a friend called and told Fain they were hiring at the Grand Canyon. So he packed up and took a job as a laborer there in the spring of 1961. It was there he met Karen Johnson, who worked for the concessionaire in the cafeteria. She was in school at Snow College in Ephraim and talked him into enrolling at Arizona State University.

“But they didn’t treat cowboys well down there,” Fain said.

So when Karen got a job at the Intermountain Indian School in Brigham City, Fain transferred to Utah State University, where he studied photography. The couple were married in 1964.

Fain says his interest in rodeo photography can be traced back to Devere Helfrich, whom the National Cowboy Hall of Fame describes as the “Dean of Rodeo Photography.”

“He was getting good-quality images,” Fain said of Helfrich. “I’d look at his photographs in Western Horseman magazine, and that got me interested in rodeo photography.”

In the spring of 1961, Fain had three photographs published in Rodeo Sports News. Those were his first published images.

“And one of my first photos I got printed was just across the page from Devere Helfrich’s photos,” he said.

Fain split his time between rodeoing and photography throughout the 1960s and ’70s, until a series of injuries steered him into rodeo photography full time.

In 1967, at the Pleasant Grove rodeo, Fain was bucked off a horse and suffered a compound fracture in his right leg, just below the knee.

“My hospital bill at the time was a thousand dollars,” he said. “With Karen at Intermountain School, her Blue Cross 10 Standard-Examiner

insurance paid the medical bill, and I collected over $1,000 from PRCA (Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association) insurance.

“It was the best summer of rodeoing I ever had,” he quipped.

The following year, at a rodeo in Preston, Idaho, Fain hung up on a horse and suffered a partial separation of his collarbone.

“That was my last bareback horse,” he said.

Fain went on to steer-wrestling after he healed up. But in 1979, he separated ribs on “a big, overweight steer,” and he switched to full-time rodeo photography that year.

Fain made the switch to digital photography in 2006. He says digital photographers don’t face the same challenges that film photographers did.

“Since photography has gone to digital, everybody’s a rodeo photographer these days,” he said. “But they haven’t had to breathe hypo fumes when you’re wet-processing in a hotel-room bathroom. They haven’t had to put a handkerchief over the faucet to filter out the oil droplets.”

But then again, it’s a bit of a trade-off, as Fain says digital can present its own set of problems.

“You have to fuss with laptops and

printers that crap out,” he said.

Fain considers his greatest accomplishment his induction into the Utah Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum’s Hall of Fame. He was also inducted into the Idaho Rodeo Hall of Fame. Fain says he’s also been blessed to be able to photograph the National Finals Rodeo for 15 years.

And 2020 will mark Fain’s 55th consecutive year at the Evanston Cowboy Days rodeo. If, that is, the coronavirus pandemic allows the Labor Day Weekend event in Evanston, Wyoming, to proceed.

“Hopefully, all of this is over by Memorial Day, so we can get back in the rodeo business,” Fain said. “A lot of the smaller rodeos just flat-out canceled, others moved their dates into the fall.”

Fain says he’s enjoyed the ride, and even with age 78 staring him in the face this August, he’s in no hurry to retire.

Fain has been gradually scaling back his photography — he quit shooting the state high school finals rodeo about five years ago — but says he’d like to make it to 80. And beyond, if he can.

“I made a decent living and raised three kids,” he said. “I’m not in debt, but I’m not rich. We’re comfortable.

“But really, how much money do you need to live on?”

Rodeo Families, We as a board hope you are safe, healthy, and trying your best to follow the guidelines to social distance.

We are meeting as a board regularly to navigate through these unprecedented times. We are discussing ideas and plans so that when the time comes, we will be ready to rodeo! As of right now, we are waiting until May 1st for the Governor to reevaluate the situation.

When the restrictions are lifted, we will move ahead with any of the remaining scheduled rodeos and work as a board to fit in some canceled rodeos if possible.

At this time, we are planning to hold our State Finals if the current restrictions are lifted. We will keep you updated if this changes.

The following is a statement from the National office.

The 2020 National Junior High Finals Rodeo [NJHFR] is planned for June 21st -27th at the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines, IA. The 2020 National High School Finals Rodeo [NHSFR] is planned for July 19th – 25th at the Lancaster Event Center in Lincoln, NE. We are working closely with both facilities and following recommendations from the CDC and government officials as we continue planning.

Thank you, Josh Allan UHSRA President

Rodeo: Abusive to Animals?

BY CAYLIN HAGON, AG COMMUNICATIONS STUDENT Fremont High School

The livestock sit in the chutes, as the cowboys put their hats over their hearts as the National Anthem plays. The bucking horses and bulls get ready to buck, as the calves and steers get ready to run. The barrel horses are prancing as they get ready to run the cloverleaf pattern. The crowd goes wild as it’s time to begin the events. Everyone loves a great night at the rodeo.

Is rodeo really abusive to the livestock animals that participate in the seven different events? Some people may say yes, but in every sport isn’t there a possibility there could be an injury? Would you count that as abuse? In rodeo there is a possibility that the animals could get hurt, but would that be considered as abuse?

“Abuse is when you are physically hurting the animal, like hitting them,” said Kaylie Fox. Kaylie has been doing high school rodeo for three years doing barrels and poles. And also Jr. High

rodeo when she was in 8th grade.

“I believe that animals have jobs and my horses jobs are to run barrels and poles,” continued Fox. Horses in rodeo have a job to do and doing rodeo is what some of the horses were born to do. Just like other horses are used to produce foals, or to work on a ranch.

Some horses or cows in rodeo might get injured in any event but that’s the risk in every sport. An injury can occur in football, soccer, etc. If the animals, or even the riders get an injury they have a vet as well as an EMR on the scene to help the contestants and the animals in case of emergency.

“All in all I love rodeo, it’s fun to participate in and it’s always a great time,” said Fox. Rodeo is a great sport and not abusive to the animals that participates in them. There is always a vet just in case. And how could you abuse your best friend? They are there for you through the long haul. They love what they do and they love their job helping rodeo contestants everywhere love doing

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The History of the Weber State Rodeo Club

BY BILLY WALL

Among many of the clubs at Weber State University, there is one that many students and faculty are unaware of: The Weber State Rodeo Club. It has been a college club sport since 1965 and although rodeo is not sanctioned by the N.C.A.A., it has been a highly beneficial institution to colleges and universities throughout the United States and Canada.

The sport of rodeo is the only sport in the United States that is one hundred percent American made. It is a genuine product of the American West and of the history of Weber State as well.

Since its first beginnings in the early twentieth century, it has developed into a multi-million dollar enterprise that supports, entertains and gives meaning to the Western American culture. Its development spurred on groups and associations that gained popularity, such as high school rodeo, amateur rodeo, professional rodeo, and college rodeo.

The National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association or N.I.R.A., was formed in 12 Standard-Examiner

1947, and since that time it has grown to incorporate almost 150 colleges and universities into its program. Although the rodeo team had been competing for three years without the recognition of the college as a club sport, in 1968 Weber State College gave the approval for the organization of the first Weber State College Rodeo Club. Since that time, the club has contributed a great deal to the diversity and athletics of Weber State.

The Weber State Rodeo Club has a rich history that gives the college a taste of western flare and provides an opportunity for students, who have excelled in their event, to gain financial assistance through scholarships and grants. Since the club began, there have been numerous rodeo club events which have been integral parts to the fostering and development of diversity and culture at Weber State.

Some of these include hosting the College Regional Finals Rodeo, claiming

national team and individual championships, rallying around injured cowboys, moting student inand proment in special volvenon-rodeo club member events during the annual Weber State Rodeo such as wild cow or steer riding. Weber State has been an important part of the N.I.R.A. because it caters to bringing cowboys and cowgirls to its location in the crossroads of the west. It provides educational opportunities to those students who have interests in both a specialized field and the sport of rodeo.

It also provides the atmosphere to gain experience and develop skills within the rodeo community. “Now there are 142 colleges and universities that participate with somewhere around 3,300 student members.

However, the NIRA has a few kinks that

have never been worked out. Almost none of the rodeo teams at the four year schools are part of the athletic department the way the football or basketball teams are. Because the cowboys and cowgirls have to pay entry fees and they compete for prize money, the NCAA will have nothing to do with them. Their skill levels are often so high that many college rodeo athletes are also members of the PRCA or the WPA, sometimes competing at a college rodeo and a pro rodeo on the same weekend.�[1][1] Joel H. Bernstein, Wild Ride, The History and Lore of Rodeo, Layton Utah, Gibbs Smith, Pg 150-151 The Rodeo Club has given opportunity and education to hundreds of young men and women for over forty years. It has provided a competitive atmosphere and given students the means to help them improve on their own skills as well as giving their animals the opportunity to reach their greatest potential. It gives the students an activity outside of school that promotes sportsmanship like values, team spirit, and self control. It shows

1967 Weber State College

1967 Weber State College

1968 Weber State College

1968 Weber State College

College bull rider Charlie Rex

Jill Thurgood, Miss College Rodeo 1984-85

Texie Rose Weber State Rodeo Goat Tying Champion Texie Rose 2006 College National Finals Rodeo

them respect and care for animals and gives them an opportunity to meet other students who share those same ideals.

College Rodeo still continues on today as a tremendous opportunity for the growth and development of the college student. It does however show signs of losing its popularity with each year that passes because the cowboy and cowgirl is a dying breed.

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The Western Wasatch Expo

BY LACIE KOFORD Western Wasatch Contributor

Culminating the success of the Western Wasatch magazine over the year, comes the first annual Western Wasatch Expo. The expo will take place June 5 and 6, with tentative dates of September 10 and 11 scheduled in the event that COVID-19 is still present.

The expo includes many family activities, entertainers, and events to participate in. Events will run from 3-9pm on Friday, June 5, and 10am6pm on Saturday, June 6, with adult tickets selling for $5 and kid’s tickets for only $1. An exciting event and competition will take place on Saturday at 2pm, a Dummy Roping Jackpot. Prizes will include trophy buckles, various sponsored prizes from local companies, and cash payouts. The expo will feature many family friendly activities, including roping and equine demos, exciting live entertainment with the first 1,000 kids attending getting a free gift. Attendees will also be treated to an RV expo in the north parking lot, along with many diverse western and outdoor vendors, mechanical bull riding, local food trucks featuring authentic BBQ and beer, and live entertainment from many local musicians, including Chris Petersen, an up and coming country music artist who will be headlining the event.

Hunting and outdoor expos have since been primarily held in Salt Lake and Utah counties, so to bring such a promising outdoor expo up north is a long-awaited triumph. Darren Bideaux RV is coming in as the event’s platinum sponsor, generously giving funds to provide advertising, event costs, and securing a venue. Bideaux RV usually holds a northern Utah RV expo, but decided this year to partner with The Western Wasatch to provide an event that would be more encompassing for the community. A wide and expansive collection of RV’s will be on display in the north parking lot of the Golden Spike Event Center. Employees and agents will be on hand for the duration of the expo to answer any questions and provide sales opportunities.

The expo will host many diverse western and outdoor vendors for the two-day event. Vendors will be set up

both inside and outside, with 40+ indoor vendors and 8 outdoor vendors. The community can plan to see boutique style western clothing and accessories, western décor, hunting and fishing vendors, outdoor sporting vendors, local insurance and real estate agents, home builders and many more. Some of the outdoor vendors will include a tractor display, flatbeds and toy haulers, and horse trailers and living quarter options. All companies will have their sales teams present to answer any questions and to help take care of your trailer and tractor needs.

In addition to many unique vendors, along with other activities and events, The Western Wasatch Expo is pleased to host many fantastic local entertainers and musicians. Expect to experience live entertainment for the duration of the expo, with our headlining performer, Chris Petersen, performing Friday June 5 from 6-9pm. Chris is from Morgan, Utah and is quickly making a name for himself in the country music industry.

Taking inspiration from artists such as George Strait, Merle Haggard, and Chris Ledoux, Chris aims to bring his music back to the roots of country music, leaving behind the pop culture influence.

Chris just released his second album in 2019 entitled, “Cowboy Coming Home”, and it quickly grew to the top 10 of the Billboard Mountain Region Heatseekers Chart in all genres upon release.

Other entertainers include Tom Bennett the One Man Band, Red Dirt Girls, and Drew and Lacey Williams. The Western Music Association will also be providing continuous entertainment and live music for the entire 2-day expo with Saddle Strings Band and lead man Brian Arnold, a popular local band performing.

Look forward to attending the first annual Western Wasatch Expo whether in June or September and show your support to our local community. Come to have a good time, mingle with friends, and support local businesses and vendors. Weber County and surrounding areas deserves to highlight the rich western culture that is evident to many and bring more awareness of the lifestyle and opportunities available to those interested. For this is the purpose of the Western Wasatch magazine, and thus the purpose of the Expo, to make more

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Utah Quarter Horse Racing Association

BY LACIE KOFORD Western Wasatch Contributor

Flat-Track Horse racing is making a resurgence in Utah with the addition of the Utah Quarter Horse Racing Association, Inc. The association aims to sustain, promote, and expand the horse breeding and horse racing industries in the state. In addition to these goals, the UQHRA also works tirelessly to establish and support new venues, branching out to the use of multiple venues, for horse racing, while also advocating for and supporting new legislation, regulations, and rules that prove to be beneficial to breeders, owners, and horse trainers (“horsemen”). The association caters to Quarter Horse Racing, meaning that horses run anywhere from 100-400 yards in races. Promoting and marketing current and future races is the goal, and the association is making strides to achieving that goal for the past 2 years that they’ve been back in Utah.

Working primarily with 2-4 year old quarter horses, the association holds three futurities every year. Beginning at the age of 2, a horse can begin to run, giving its best effort and stamina to the sport. Futurities are held all over northern Utah, in Ogden at the Golden Spike Event Center, in South Jordan at the Salt Lake Equestrian Park, and in South Salt Lake, the South Valley Futurity which is named after the South Valley Large Animal Clinic. In Ogden, currently, 90 horses are entered to run. This is a very substantial participation ratio, considering the UQHRA just recently started to build up the sport again in Utah. The Beehive Futurity is held in South Jordan, with 60 horses entered to race. Finally, in South Salt Lake, at the South Valley Futurity, 26 horses have entered. To find out more information about how to become involved in the sport, whether as a participant or a sponsor, visit the UQHRA website at https://www.uqhra.com/.

Contact either Savana Canales, the UQHRA Secretary, or Ashley Cockrum, the UQHRA Treasurer.

Currently, the association has horses and horsemen coming in from many neighboring states, Idaho, Colorado, Wyoming, Nevada, New Mexico, and California. Hoping to grow and bring in more horses and horsemen from even more states is the overarching goal in order to build an even larger successful series of events here in Utah.

May and June are the key months for racing each year. Participants spend the whole year leading up to the races preparing their horses and horsemen to understand the track, rules, and qualifications.

The primary concern for UQHRA is the horses, namely their safety and health. The racing commission that works with the association works hard

to ensure the safety of all the horses who run here in Utah. Some of these safety regulations and precautions include running blood, urine, and hair tests pulled from every winner of a race and qualifiers of a final. These tests supply the needed information to make sure the horses are running clean and aren’t being given illegal substances to improve their performance. If any findings come up, participants are given penalties and fines. These stringent measures show just how dedicated the association is at protecting every participant, whether it’s a horseman or a horse. The goal is to build a trust-worthy association and following here in Utah, as flat-track racing continues to make its resurgence.

Putting on futurities and other events definitely comes with a pretty price tag, so the UQHRA is extremely

grateful to its many sponsors supporting them from the beginning. Some of the costs associated include cash prizes for qualifiers and winners, general race day expenses, and awards at the end of the year, and the association’s sponsors help to keep those costs manageable every step of the way.

Continuing its growth here in Utah, the association hopes to grow even more and become recognized among other associations and states. The success of all associations in each state that the sport is run, ultimately benefits all participants. It builds loyal fans and loyal participants who want to continue to branch out and hone their skills. It’s easy to tell that all involved have a deep love for the sport, the athletes, and the horsemen. That love and passion continue to make Utah a prime stage for continued growth in this industry.

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ANIMAL CARE At right, are examples of wolf teeth before removal and after removal.

Above, you can see the damage to the cheek caused by not removing the wolf teeth.

Wolf teeth: Why removal is important In equine dentistry we study the biomechanics of the mouth to help our horses live better lives. We learn how to use various instruments to file sharp edges, reduce overgrown teeth, and ensure that the jaw has the proper range of motion. We want our horses to be comfortable during performance and mastication.

One way we make sure our horses are comfortable carrying a bit is the removal of wolf teeth. A wolf tooth is a remnant of a prehistoric tooth which has evolved away over time. They are positioned directly in front of the first visible premolar and they share the

Equine Dentistry By Justin Stark same space as a bit on the bars of the mouth. Wolf teeth can exist on both the upper and lower bars and a horse can have multiple wolf teeth in one location, as many as 3 on each upper bar and 2 on each lower bar. Some horses don’t have any wolf teeth at all.

Like every other tooth in the mouth, wolf teeth have a nerve and blood sup-

ply and because they are generally small compared to the neighboring premolars, they are sensitive to vibration from the bit. If a wolf tooth is sharp, it can gouge the cheek, sometimes causing damage to any soft tissue that it touches. Some wolf teeth never protrude through the gum tissue but can still be palpated.

This type of tooth is called a “blind wolf tooth” and it will still cause similar problems as normal wolf teeth.

Removal of wolf teeth is a standard practice in all saddle horses. It should be done before a bit is introduced in the training process. An educated dental professional can easily remove most

wolf teeth without requiring a pause in training. Most horses can be ridden lightly the next day without any problems or pain. At the time of castration, many veterinarians will remove wolf teeth while the horse is sedated because most wolf teeth will be present around 8 months of age.

There are many things we can do to ensure the comfort of our beloved equines. By employing modern dental practices, we can be certain that our horses are happy and healthy. Make sure that your dental professional is properly educated and equipped to adequately treat your horse.

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ANIMAL CARE

ANIMAL CARE

When is is my my mare mare going going to to foal? foal?

When Springtime timeinina alarge largeanimal animalvet vetclinic clinicisisalways alwaysanan Spring exciting time. Veterinarians are asked about foaling exciting time. Veterinarians are asked about foaling almost daily by anxious and expectant mare owners. almost daily by anxious and expectant mare owners.

The most common question is when is my mare going The most common question is when is my mare going to foal? The mean gestation time for a horse is 341 to foal? The mean gestation time for a horse is 341 days (but can range from 320 to 380 days). This large days (but can range from 320 to 380 days). This large range causes hours of lost sleep and anxiety for mare range causes hours of lost sleep and anxiety for mare owners as they are constantly getting up in the middle owners as they are constantly getting up in the middle of the night to check mares. Some useful guidelines of the night to check mares. Some useful guidelines to help closer pinpoint foaling times are: udder develto help closer pinpoint foaling times are: udder development 2-4 weeks prior; tail-head muscles relax, and opment 2-4 weeks prior; tail-head muscles relax, and abdominal area drops down 1-4 weeks prior; teats fill abdominal area drops down 1-4 weeks prior; teats fill with milk 2-7 days prior; waxing 1-4 days prior and with milk 2-7 days prior; waxing 1-4 days prior and milk turns from yellow to white within 48 hours of milk turnsThe from yellow tothing whitetowithin 48 hours of indifoaling. important remember is that foaling.

The important thingall,tosome remember is that individual mares may exhibit or none of these vidual mares may exhibit all, some or none of these signs which leaves most of us still checking mares in signs which leaves the middle of the most night.of us still checking mares in the middle of the night.

Once the big day (usually night) arrives, labor Once the biginto day3(usually can be divided stages.night) Stage arrives, 1 beginslabor with can be divided into 3 stages.

Stage 1 begins with the onset of contractions as the mare positions the onset of contractions as the mare positions

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the foal into the birth canal. During this stage the the foal into the birth canal. During this stage the mare may act uncomfortable, and restless often mare may act uncomfortable, and restless often getting up and down. This stage usually lasts 1-2 getting up and down. This stage usually lasts 1-2 hours. Stage 2 is when the foal is born. In a normal hours. Stage 2 is when the foal is born. In a normal delivery you should see both front feet followed by delivery you should see both front feet followed by the nose of the foal. If the mare is actively trying to the nose the of the If the than mare20 is actively to deliver foalfoal. for more minutestrying with no deliver the call foalyour for more than 20immediately. minutes withStage no progress veterinarian progress call your veterinarian immediately.

Stage 2 should take no more than 30 minutes. Stage 3 2 isshould no more than 30 minutes.

Stage when take the afterbirth is expelled.

If a mare still3 ishas when the afterbirth is expelled.

If a mare still not expelled her afterbirth within 3 hours, it is has not expelled her afterbirth 3 hours, it is be considered retained and yourwithin veterinarian should considered retained and your veterinarian should contacted. Once expelled the afterbirth should bebe contacted. Once expelled the afterbirth should be

checked to make sure none of it has been retained. checked to make sure none of it has been retained.

A normal foal will have a suckling reflex in 1-20 A normal foal will have a suckling reflex in 1-20 min; stand within 1 hour (ranging from 15 to 165 min; stand within 1 hour (ranging from 15 to 165 min.); and nurse within 2 hours. If a foal has not min.); and nurse within 2 hours. If a foal has not nursed by 3 hours, it should be considered potennursed by 3 hours, should considered potentially abnormal andit your vetbe should be contacted. tially abnormal and your vet should be contacted.

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How we can help spring migration

BY ELIZABETH LA MADELEINE WRCNU Wildlife Rehab Apprentice

As the sun’s rays lengthen and warm winds rise, migratory birds are beginning to return from their wintering grounds. Migration is a long and arduous journey fraught with risks, including storms, window strikes, predators, poisons, habitat loss, and electrocution. Upon arrival in their breeding grounds they must establish territory, attract a mate, build a nest, and raise multiple clutches of constantly hungry hatchlings, all before turning around to take on the long trip south again.

Fortunately, there are easy steps humans can take to help our traveling wildlife. Peak migration times are March to May and August to October from 11pm to 6am. About two thirds of birds migrate at night, using light from the moon and stars to help navigate their way.

Artificial light from homes and businesses can distract and confuse birds flying overhead. To help diminish light pollution, turn off all lights when not in use, and cover windows in rooms where lights are being used. Warmer white, yellow, or red bulbs are better than bluish whites.

If you need outdoor lights at night, install motion sensors or shield your bulbs to direct light downward.

As you begin spring cleaning and enjoying time outdoors, consider leaving some brush piles, leafy debris, fallen logs, and other welcoming micro habitats for wildlife to forage and hide in. To keep animals outside, make sure you cap off vents and chimneys and fix any holes in soffit, foundations, and stucco.

If you find an animal you think may be injured please call the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Northern Utah at (801) 814-7888 before trying to administer aid. Well meaning but misguided intervention can often lead to more harm than good. However, immediately contacting a licensed rehabilitator can make a world of difference in an animal’s life!

American White Pelican: WRCNU Patient, Released at Willard Bay, Utah is home of one of the largest nesting populations in the world, Pelicans migrate to Utah each year typically in March to raise their young and leave for warmer winter ranges in September.

Long-billed Dowitcher: WRCNU Patient, Released at the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge, One of almost 260 different species of migratory birds that use the Great Salt Lake area for food and habitat for raising their young.

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YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS RODEO

DATE June 1-4 Morning

2020 4-H AGGIE ADVENTURES FOR KIDS CAMP DESCRIPTIONS

YOU MATTER! Discover the basics of matter all around you as you build creations, cook yummy treats, and experiment with science!

GRADE (Entering Fall 2020)

4-6

LEGO MINDSTORMS® EV3 ROBOTICS Create a fun LEGO® adventure this June 8-12 summer. Campers will work in teams to construct and program a robot Morning using LEGO Mindstorms® EV3, and compete in exciting challenges.

4-6

LEGO® WEDO ROBOTICS Design and build LEGO® WeDo robots and then June 8-11 animate your robot with basic programming. Let your imagination run wild Afternoon as you bring your robot to life.

1-3

SUPERHERO BOOT CAMP ZAP! POW! WHAM! Get ready for an adventure of June 15-18 heroic proportions while learning to be a superhero! Superheroes will receive Morning the training they need to discover their superhero potential.

1-3

ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE A fun and educational camp to learn how to prepare June 22-25 for natural disasters like a zombie apocalypse. Your training will include a Morning variety of games and fun hands-on activities to help you survive a zombie outbreak.

4-6

July 6-10 Morning

LEGO MINDSTORMS® EV3 ROBOTICS Create a fun LEGO® adventure this summer. Campers will work in teams to construct and program a robot using LEGO Mindstorms® EV3, and compete in exciting challenges.

4-6

LEGO® WEDO ROBOTICS Design and build LEGO® WeDo robots and then July 6-9 animate your robot with basic programming. Let your imagination run wild Afternoon as you bring your robot to life.

1-3

WHAT’S FOR BREAKFAST? Kick start your summer by learning about the most July 13-16 important meal of the day. You don’t want to miss this cooking camp that is Morning all-things breakfast!

4-6

LEGO MINDSTORMS® EV3 ROBOTICS Create a fun LEGO® adventure this July 20-23 summer. Campers will work in teams to construct and program a robot Afternoon using LEGO Mindstorms® EV3, and compete in exciting challenges.

July 27-30 KINDER CHEF Adventures in the kitchen await our wee chefs! You will mix, Morning measure, create, and taste yummy foods!

7-12 1-3

Funds from the 4-H Aggie Adventures for Kids camps will be used, in part, to support the general 4-H youth programs in Weber County.

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Join us for some fun summer activities!

For youth in K-12th grade SAY CHEESE! PHOTOGRAPHY 101

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June 3 9:30 a.m.—11:30 a.m.

June 17 1:30 p.m.—4:00 p.m.

Learn the basics of digital photography and create a photo masterpiece to enter into the county fair.

Participants must provide their own camera.

Do you believe in magic? Create your own magic using STEM. Design your own wand, levitate a feather, cast spells with coding, and learn to make potions.

(3rd-12th Grade)

(3rd-12th Grade)

$2 - 4-H members

$12 - Non-members

$5 - 4-H members

$15 - Non-members

CLOVERBUD PAINT PARTY

COOKIE ARTIST

June 24 2:00 p.m.—3:30 p.m.

July 1 10:00 a.m.—12:30 p.m.

(K-2nd Grade)

(3rd-12th Grade)

Let your artistic side show as we paint wood crafts and make a fun decoration for your home.

Become a cookie master by learning to make, bake, and decorate the perfect sugar cookie.

$7—4-H members

$10—4-H members

$17—Non-members

IMAGINATION CREATION

CHRISTMAS IN JULY - SEWING WORKSHOP

July 1 2:00 p.m.—3:30 p.m.

July 14 1:00 p.m.—4:00 p.m.

Let your creativity soar in this “craftapalooza!”

Participants will have a variety of craft supplies to design and create their own works of art.

Bring on the holiday swag and strengthen your sewing skills by making adorable ice skate stockings.

Participants must provides some materials.

(K-12th Grade)

$5—4-H members

$20—Non-members

(3rd-12th Grade)

$15—Non-members

$5—4-H members

$15—Non-members

CLOVERBUD OUTSIDE FUN

UNDER THE SEA

July 15 2:00 p.m.—3:30 p.m.

July 29 1:30 p.m.—4:00 p.m.

Come and enjoy the summer air with us as we play outside obstacle games and make bubbles.

Dive deep into the chemistry and mysteries of the seas as we celebrate shark week and explore ocean science.

(K-2nd Grade)

$2—4-H members

$12—Non-members

(3rd-12th Grade)

$5 - 4-H members

$15 - Non-members

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Registration is required one week in advance of each workshop.

To register, please call the Weber County 4-H Office at 801-399-8202.

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Kari Byington 4-H Leader

Don’t let a lawn chair chase your horse!

Sometimes being involved with horses for so many years you feel like you have seen it all! Teaching safety rules around horses sometimes falls on deaf ears. Of course there are the basics like: Don’t wear flip-flops around horses (broken toes and smashed feet will cause you grief)! Don’t take one treat out to a group of horses (you may get trampled)! Don’t ride without a bridle on (no matter how well-broke you think your horse is). Don’t ride too close to another horse’s rear end (the front horse may decide it doesn’t like that and you could get kicked). Don’t take a horse out into the middle of the arena and let him roll (he may associate arenas with rolling and want to go down with you on his back)! And… don’t believe everything you read in the local classified ads from sellers. How do I know these things? Well, they are mistakes I have made in the past!

One of the scariest moments I heard about was a 4-H kid who tied her horse up to a lawn chair in the back yard. Of course, the horse started grazing and reaching for more grass, pulled the lawn chair over and it spooked the horse. Problem was as the horse tried to get away, the lawn chair followed and the horse panicked and took off at a fast gallop. Two miles down the middle of a busy road the lawn chair broke loose and the horse was still on a dead run! Thank goodness no one was seriously hurt, but there was property damage, stitches, and a traumatized horse who hated any kinds of chairs after that.

Horses are reactive animals- some are quieter than others.

Choose wisely and if you are choosing a mount for your child PLEASE get a pre-purchase exam from your vet before you buy, recognize it is easier to “speed up “ a horse than “quiet one down”, and that extra $1000 you may spend on getting a kid-safe horse is well worth the investment. Patience in dealing with horses is a must, and draw from others’ experiences and advice. Every horse I’ve ever owned has had some “quirk”. My nicest mare is sometimes very hard to catch! Picking a horse with less issues will truly make your riding experiences a lot more fun. I love this quote from Condoleezza Rice: “Happiness comes a lot easier when you stop complaining about your problems {with horses} and you start being grateful for all the problems you don’t have!”

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4H livestock selection

BY LACIE KOFORD Western Wasatch Contributor

It’s time for many youths in the area to start thinking of the upcoming 4H livestock showing at the Weber County Fair coming up in August. Some of these youth have already been taking care of and grooming their animals for a few months now and are undoubtedly looking forward to reaping the rewards of their hard work in the next few months. Participating in 4H and livestock selection is an opportunity that is available to a wide range of youth, but awareness and information needs to reach even further so that participation is more available and varied. In this article, I spoke with Joe Giordano, a local 4H and FFA leader who holds many classes and clinics serving youth around the Wasatch Front, and he helps break down a step by step guide in how to properly select animals and what the process should look like throughout the months leading up to show time.

Youth in the age range of 3rd grade up to high school seniors are invited to participate in 4H, learning and honing the skills necessary to successfully show an animal at the fair. Deciding to participate is a decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly because of costs associated, time invested, and resources needed. Generally, animals can be chosen

Hock angle selection on 4-H hogs.

from four different species: steers, hogs, lambs, and goats. If you’re just beginning, it might be a good idea to start out with a goat, as they are generally less expensive to purchase and care for over the months leading up to showtime. Steers usually carry a higher initial purchase price and require more time invested and resources available to use but can be a very rewarding experience leading up to the show. Hogs and lambs are generally a good intermediate animal to choose.

They are still small enough to handle quite easily, and don’t take much more resources and time than goats do. In general, if choosing a steer to show, it’s a good idea to select the animal the previous year, in about September or October. A steer needs to be about 18 months old to show well. If a hog, goat, or lamb is desired, selecting them in December or January is a good general timeframe. These animals show best at about 8 months of age. While selecting and prepping your animal for the show, you’ll want to familiarize yourself with the range of weight that is allowed for each species and what the minimum requirements are as well.

According to Joe Giordano, the following steps prove to be a good action plan to follow the months leading up to show time.

1. Familiarize yourself with what the weight and age goal is for each animal spe-

YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS RODEO cies that you may be interested in showing.

2. Conduct research and decide what the purpose of the animal will be for market.

3. Think about and select an animal for what the muscle capacity can be. By the time the fair comes you’ll want to have a well-muscled animal to show well.

4. Develop a relationship with a breeder or a producer to get your animals from them.

If you find someone you can trust and go back to them year after year, this will be the ideal way to get consistent, show potential animals. Don’t limit yourself to just local breeders and producers, consider looking in other states for more options.

5. Find a mentor to work with who will help guide you along the way. This can be an older 4H participant, someone who has many years of shows under their belt, or a previously experienced show participant or leader.

6. Make sure to attend clinics and classes specific to your species of animal. There are a few specific clinics you’ll want to look for and attend: a. A general selection or a one on one clinic. This type of clinic goes over in general what to expect raising up an animal and participating in the show at the fair. b. Find a species-specific clinic/class. These specific clinics will go over selection, nutrition, medication, facility needs, and general information. c. Attend a nutrition focused clinic/class. d. A fitting and showmanship clinic. These clinics will focus on daily care of skin and hair, how to wash your animal, how to clip them, and how to

fit them for showtime. You’ll also learn what products to use and general do’s and don’ts.

Joe offers many of these types of clinics and classes at various locations around the Weber County area and surrounding areas. In the past, he kept getting questions and requests from new and experienced participants about various things they should be working on in prepping their animal for show. Ultimately, he decided to start offering resources more widely so that more youth felt comfortable participating. He holds at least 6-8 clinics and classes each year, all surrounding various subject matter, as mentioned above. If you’d like to reach out to Joe for more information or to find out about his clinics, contact him at 801-695-6372.

He said he’d be more than happy to answer questions and walk anyone through steps they need to take.

Joe wants youth all over the county to realize that there is an opportunity for all to participate in this rewarding and fun experience of raising an animal for show. He recognizes that part of what might keep participants away is the costs associated. For this reason, he recommends reaching out to a mentor to find ways to make it more manageable. No matter which animal you choose, each is going to take a similar amount of work, time, and effort. Joe said, “If done right and kids are involved fully, this can be a great learning experience.

To care about another living thing, learn lessons on how to budget, and what it takes to get started is very rewarding.”.

Realizing there is an end goal can be very motivating both intrinsically and extrinsically.

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SPECIAL FEATURE

Wasatch Roots and Cowboy Country Looking up at the Wasatch Mountains, Chris Petersen, (a Utah born country music artist) feels a deep connection to the past. A connection to a unique western lifestyle and heritage that runs generations deep. In the late 1850’s Chris’ 5th great grandfather, Sanford Porter, loaded up a string of pack mules with equipment and supplies and crossed from Centerville over the Wasatch Mountains and down into the Hardscrabble canyon. There above what is now known as Porterville, they built the first sawmill in Morgan County. Not long after, Martin Heiner, a 4th great grandfather to Chris trekked up the treacherous Weber Canyon with a team of oxen.

They crossed the ice covered Weber River at Devils Gate nearly freezing to death and settled in Morgan County.

Chris Petersen was raised in that same mountain valley that his pioneer ancestors had settled over a hundred years earlier. Surrounded by family and neighbors who embodied the cowboy lifestyle, Chris developed his love for horses and everything western. With somewhat of an old cowboy soul in him, Chris was drawn to the old cowboys around town who lovingly took him under their wing and taught him what he began to know and love about horses. He was drawn to the “old cowboy” lifestyle, and developed a love of starting colts and building confidence in young horses in the mountains of Utah.

By combining his love for horses, music, and his childhood love of art and photography, Chris started Diehard Cowboy, which was a company built to share the cowboy lifestyle and heritage with others. In his free time, Chris loves to spend time in the mountains riding his horses. He says he feels like this helps him recharge and reconnect to his roots and reminds him of his purpose and charter of creating music that is true to who he is and what he loves. Take a look at Chris’ photography and get a glimpse into his life by following @Diehardcowboy_ on Instagram.

With a deep heritage in the Rocky mountains Chris has always been drawn to country music and the cowboy lifestyle. Chris’ music is an authentic blend of more traditional country music, with a lot of cowboy feel. Chris’ music gives a voice to country music fans who may have felt left behind in the era of pop country. Chris has always drawn influence from artists like Chris Ledoux, George Strait, and Merle Haggard and feels right at home with his Rocky 26 Standard-Examiner

Mountain brand of Country Music.

In 2019, Chris teamed up with Trent Willmon, a Nashville producer who has written songs for some of the biggest names in country music. Willmon has written for artists including Blake Shelton, Brad Paisley, Eric Church, Montgomery Gentry, Little Big Town, and many more. Willmon has especially shined as a producer and is credited in large part with the rise of the current Country Star, Cody Johnson.

Chris’s latest album produced by Willmon was released in the summer of 2019, and was titled “Cowboy Coming Home”. Trent praises Chris by saying, “Chris Petersen has one of those timeless voices.

It’s a rare honor to get to work with a real cowboy with such a tireless work ethic and great attitude, and an authentic sense of who he and his audience is. I feel like this is a classic album with timeless songs that people will enjoy for decades.” Reflected in his music.

Chris’ album, “Cowboy Coming Home” shot straight to the top ten on the Billboard Mountain Region Heatseekers Chart in all genres upon release.

This kind of immediate success is not something that is easily attained by most artists, but especially

independent artists. Throughout the past 6 years, Chris has built quite the supportive fan base, many coming from his local state of Utah. He credits his progress in the music industry to his fans and hard working team including, manager, McKensie Black, and Producer, Trent Willmon. The album has continued to flourish, reaching audiences while performing at some favorite and notable venues, such as, The Million Dollar Cowboy Bar in Jackson Wyoming, The Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo, and The Depot in Salt Lake City, to name a few. Chris says performing at The Depot with Ned Ledoux was one of his favorite performances to date.

Chris is often referred to as the “Diehard Cowboy”. When asked how this nickname came about on a recent podcast episode of “Modern Cowboy”, by Dan Hillenbrand, Chris stated, “diehard is a word that describes someone who is unchanging. The world might be changing and telling you that you shouldn’t be a cowboy, but you stay firm and unchanging. You stick with the lifestyle that you love and believe in, be authentic and real”. It seems like this lifestyle belief is exactly how Chris chooses to approach his life and his music.

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Utah agriculture reels as its markets evaporate in the coronavirus pandemic

BY MARK SHENEFELT Standard-Examiner

WEST WEBER — Maybe the coronavirus pandemic will cause people to quit taking food security for granted. At least Ron Gibson hopes so, because he says the future depends on it.

Gibson, a sixth-generation farmer in West Weber, speaks for agriculture interests in the state as president of the Utah Farm Bureau, which has 34,000 member families.

"The biggest challenge we have right now is the markets have all just kind of fallen apart on us," Gibson said.

He said 42% of dairy products produced in the United States goes to food service, restaurants, hotels, cruise ships — industries all brought to a near standstill.

Another 25% is exported.

"So 67% percent of dairy products are designed to go to a place that is not happening right now," Gibson said.

But demand crashed and prices for producers have plummeted.

In November, milk producers were getting $20 per hundredweight. As of the first week of April it was down to $11.60, Gibson.

And he's personally experiencing up close the devastating impacts of the pandemic's economic disruptions.

"It's ugly," Gibson said. "We're just trying to figure out how to survive."

His dairy, with 30 employees, is bringing in only about half what it needs to stay even, he said.

Further, dairy farms are being forced to dump some of the milk. Gibson said his operation produces 12,000 gallons of milk a day.

"Nobody told the cows there was a coronavirus," Gibson said.

The cattle and lamb markets are similarly struggling.

While Gibson said hamburger sales and prices are up, because people still can patronize fast-food drive-thrus, there's far less demand for better quality cuts.

"You can't sell very many drive-thru ribeyes or filets," he said. "The expensive cuts are all over the place — you can't sell them."

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pound before the pandemic to 75 cents now.

"That, my friend, is a bloodbath," Gibson said.

Sheep ranchers are shearing their animals as usual, "but there's zero market for the wool," according to Gibson, because it's sent to textile mills overseas.

Those channels are closed for now.

Producers are trying to store the wool in hope it can be sold once conditions improve.

According to the Utah Farm Bureau, corn, cotton and soybean futures have tumbled, ethanol plants around the country are idle, and some fruit and vegetable farmers are finding their best option is leaving produce in the field.

Paycheck protection grants from the federal stimulus program will help some producers like dairies, Gibson said, but otherwise, agricultural businesses face much uncertainty. How much the stimulus may help farm industries is unknown.

"We are desperately waiting for some assistance," he said. "It's hard, you know. As a whole, we are very conservative and we like to live on our own."

Farms are caught in the upheaval like everyone else.

"We didn't create this issue, and it's not made on the decisions we made or didn't make. It's based on

a pandemic in the world."

The crisis casts a stark light on the future of strong, local farming.

Gibson's family has been farming on the same West Weber ground for 150 years and they want to keep going. Gibson, 47, said his 84-year-old father still works on the farm and his son, 22, is the seventh generation involved.

"If there's anything in this whole cycle that the public and the government should be concerned about, it's food security, more than oil or any other industries," Gibson said. "We need to make sure we have a strong, abundant local food supply."

He said he believes it's the most important national interest, or should be.

"We as a country have taken food security for granted for decades," he said. "Since the Second World War, we've always assumed there will be plenty there."

But that capability will be diminished if the pandemic takes out more local agricultural businesses.

"When farms and ranches, especially in the Beehive State, go away, they don't come back," Gibson said. "Another farmer's not going to buy that land.

And that is not a world that I want to live in."

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Outdoor adventures in southern Utah canyons in Utah, called Peek A Book Slot and Spooky Gulch. Although it is a shorter trip, be careful of the possible danger that these narrow slot canyons pose.

Southern Utah is known for its somewhat unpredictable flash floods, and if you happen to be caught in a narrow slot canyon during one of these times, you’d be in quite a predicament. Check whether reports and talk to locals before attempting this exciting, but risky adventure.

BY LACIE KOFORD Western Wasatch Contributor

Utah is home to majestic scenery, namely beautiful mountains, vast lakes and rivers, and even a few national parks. Whether you venture north, central, or south, you’re sure to find an outdoor adventure along the way.

Many people who live up north and don’t necessarily enjoy the colder winter months, like to venture down to Southern Utah for a change of scenery and options for adventure. When looking for opportunities to get away, it’s a good idea to keep in mind the various possibilities that Southern Utah has to offer to the outdoor enthusiast.

Hiking, biking, trail riding, off-roading, and water options are all part of what’s available down south. No matter what the purpose or preference is, there is sure to be an adventure waiting that will suit each person’s goals. Southern Utah’s deserts are some of America’s most iconic scenery and perfect for adventurers in the west. Boasting five national parks, or the “Mighty Five” as they are sometimes referred to, there is opportunity for many choices and locations for people to enjoy this awe-inspiring landscape. Over many years, the national parks in Southern Utah have become more popular and have skyrocketed with tourists. Because of this influx of visitors, it has made it somewhat tough to find the peace and solitude that so many seek. The good news is that the desert is expansive and quite undeveloped, which gives visitors the chance to recreate an adventure outside of the parks.

Southwest In the southwestern part of the state, you’ll find 4 popular destinations for outdoor adventures and trail riding, Candy Cliffs of Yant Flat, Chuckwalla Trail to Scout Cave, Red Cliffs Trail, and Kanarra Creek Trail.

Candy Cliffs is a largely unknown area and is a great example of what is awaiting when you get onto a dirt road. You’ll find a short trail that leads to quite a large open territory, perfect for riding horses, ATV’s, or other vehicular craft.

Chuckwalla Trail starts in the northern suburbs of St. George and leads to a large cave, which overlooks part of Snow Canyon. It is connected to a larger system of trails called the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve. It’s not quite as remote as some other locations, but the draw is that it is free and not too many people venture out along the trails at any given time.

Like Chuckwalla, the Red Cliffs Trail is part of the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve and is located just outside the town of Leeds beyond St. George. True to its name,

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the trail offers views of soaring red rock cliffs, beautiful waterfalls, and camping and historical trails nearby.

The last of the trails available in the southwest is Kanarra Creek Trail. It used to be quite unknown but has been gaining popularity in recent years. Kanarra boasts slot canyons and red rock waterfalls sandwiched in between giant valley walls. This trail is perfect for taking a leisurely afternoon hike or horse ride up to these magnificent views.

South Central Venturing a little to the east, you’ll come across the south-central part of the state. Here you’ll find 3 of the most popular outdoor locations for different activities.

Bring your horse, hiking boots, or ATV, and you’ll be set for an adventure that will be top notch. In south central you’ll find, Little Wild Horse Canyon, Reflection Canyon, and Peek a Boo Slot and Spooky Gulch.

If you’re looking for an off-trail hike or riding path, look at Little Wild Horse Canyon. This is a pretty popular trail considering it’s somewhat out-of-the-way, which may prove to be enticing to many seeking an outdoor adventure. Accessing this trail is fairly easy because it connects to many slot canyons. Just outside Goblin Valley, locals find this hike to be a favorite in the San Rafael Swell.

Boasting a more difficult adventure is Reflection Canyon. Taking 20-miles round-trip, you’ll find yourself in a remote corner of Lake Powell with stunning scenery.

Even getting to the unmarked trailhead is a journey in and of itself, so if a rugged, rough terrain adventure is what you’re seeking, this is it. Despite the lack of ease that accompanies this hike, the reward is definitely worth it.

Part of Coyote Gulch, which is a long backpacking trail that is quite difficult to attempt, is a shorter 3 mile loop that takes you directly to some of the narrowest slot

In the eastern portion of the state, 3 more outdoor locations await exploration. Here you’ll find Corona Arch, Natural Bridges Loop, and Mule Canyon.

Corona Arch is home to the largest arch in Utah that is not located inside a national park, it is simply breathtaking! The ease of this trail is suitable to beginning outdoor enthusiasts all the way to the more experienced.

Across from the Colorado River, you’ll start on the trail and continue on until you reach two arches located just a few yards from each other.

If it’s a more remote adventure you’re seeking, try out Natural Bridges Loop and National Monument.

Many consider this trail to have the darkest skies in the lower 48 states. There is not much light in this area, so you’re sure to get a good view of the sky, stars, and galaxies. In fact, if you take the time to plan your trip during a new moon, you’ll be able to see and experience the Milky Way more clearly than you’ve ever been able to before.

Lastly, Mule Canyon is home to some famous native ruins. One such ruin is the iconic ruin known as “House on Fire”. This ruin shows just how ingenious indigenous people truly were. Even after roughly 700 years, the structures are still holding up for many to enjoy. An interesting rock formation is present around these ruins that looks very similar to a mule, hence the name of the canyon. Boasting a fairly easy hike, with mostly flat terrain, this is a destination that the whole family can enjoy.

To wrap up these destinations, because many of them boast a more remote location, it’s a good idea to do a little more planning beforehand. You might want to be prepared with a little more gear and keep a backup plan just in case things don’t go as planned. Many of these locations don’t have cell reception, so make sure to inform others of where you are going and how long you should be gone for. As long as you prepare accordingly and don’t rush into visiting these places on a whim, you’re sure to have a good time exploring the beautiful outdoor scenery that Utah has to offer, all while getting away to a warmer destination.

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A portrait of your life for challenging times In the poem “The Dash” author Linda Ellis masterfully paints in a worded portrait the importance of one’s life from cradle to the grave. In these challenging times perhaps it is an appropriate moment to reflect on our own lives and weave through the written word a history of our existence.

Many of us have pined over the fact that our ancestors did not leave a recorded history of their lives.

For example, my Great-grandfather Thomas Adams was an out-and-back missionary during the migration of early pioneers to the Utah Territory.

On his arrival in Nebraska he met an alluring young lady by the name of Jane Durrant. She rode most of the way to the territory alongside him on the buckboard of the wagon. A few months later they were married and settled in the small village of Porterville.

To my knowledge, Thomas never penned the experience, nor most of the events of his life as a struggling settler. How did he feel the first time he met Jane? How long did it take them to arrive in Utah? How did he propose marriage?

He became a successful farmer and was known as one of the most honest men in the Morgan Valley. This information was gleamed from his obituary.

The “Dash” between his birth in Staffordshire, England and his demise in Porterville, Utah following his untimely death due to injuries from a wagon rollover are little known. The best description of his life come from the precious few pictures we have of him in black and white format.

Think about your own life; is your history recorded? Do you have a photo album which includes baby pictures, childhood memories, wedding day and other important life experiences?

Have you written about the first time to dropped into the saddle for a horse ride, a productive day on the creek fishing, your first kiss, holding your 30 Standard-Examiner

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Ken Adams child for the first time, The big buck hanging on your wall, the day you buried your grandfather or grandmother and so on.

There is no such thing as an “ordinary life”… our lives are all extraordinary! The announcement of your birth and the posting of your obituary are simply not enough. Your story could change the life of a wayward grandchild, spark the imagination of a budding entrepreneur, or give added strength to the family namesake carring on the farm or ranch in trying financial circumstances.

Recording your life in word and photo can be a very enjoyable and reflective experience. A few years ago I took the time to produce a 28 page newsletter about the lives of my sisters and brothers along with information of my own life. It was entitled, “Porterville Way of Life”. The eight of us were born into a rural family, lived in a renovated pioneer log home, shared the same bedroom, bathed in the old tin tub, and visited the same rickety outhouse a short distance from the porch. Believe me, there was plenty to write about!

It included childhood memories and photos, glimpses of youth and young adulthood, marriages, births, and even favorite family recipes. That summer we held a family reunion and honored our five sisters who were getting along in age. Good thing, within a short period of time two of them passed into the next life. But their families have the newsletter and the brief history it represents.

On another occasion I published a newsletter headlined “Adams Brothers

Memories of a fun pony ride with your two older brothers will make your grandchildren smile and want a pony of their own.

Outdoor Adventures”. It records highlights of hunting and fishing adventures scanning four generations of family outdoor enthusiasts. It ties each generation with the next and begins with a Winchester 94 and ends with a Browning X-bolt. The ole boys would saddle their horses and head out before daylight to hunt the elusive mule deer.

Today, the young bucks jump into the ATV’s and race out to get into position for a shot at a magnificent Wapiti.

Don’t put off recording your life any longer. There are plenty of resources

out there than can help you get started. Chances are you have a relative that loves family history; ask them for help. There are plenty of on-line resources and your favorite bookstore will have outlines and written materials to assist you.

Taking the time to do so will bring a smile to a grandchild, a tear to your son or daughter, and a lending hand to your posterity in times of trial similar to those we face today. The “Dash” in your life can add real meaning to those who follow. Good luck!

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Disabled Outdoorsmen; Creating “Ability” for the Disabled

BY LACIE KOFORD Western Wasatch Contributor

Many find enjoyment, peace, and tranquility in participating in outdoor sports and activities. Whether it be hunting, fishing, hiking, biking, or riding a dirt bike, there is a way to enjoy them all, however, some who would love to enjoy these activities struggle to do so. Many people with disabilities would love to enjoy outdoor activities just like their friends and family who may not be disabled, and that’s where Disabled Outdoorsmen USA comes into the picture.

TJ duPerier is one of the first participants to enjoy the services offered through Disabled Outdoorsmen, feeling the freedom that comes with the help of Weston Jenkins, founder of the organization. TJ recounts an experience he had while on his first adventure with Weston, hunting for a new rack to adorn his wall. TJ remembers seeing this 10-point buck meander silently by, just 200 feet away, a prime shot for TJ and Weston. As TJ sat in his wheelchair, with the help of Weston and his caregiver Jeremy Kennedy, he was able to set up his shot. While resting his elbow on a beach ball propped under his arm, TJ pulled the trigger. To his satisfaction, the shot caught the buck and a new rack was ready to adorn TJ’s wall.

At 30 years old, TJ has muscular dystrophy, which is a genetic, progressive disease that over time weakens and gradually depletes muscle mass, making it almost impossible for him to take care of basic living functions. Early on in his life, before his disease started progressing more aggressively, TJ loved to hunt and fish around his hometown of Medina, Texas.

Because of Weston’s creativity and compassion, TJ and other people with disabilities who want to continue to enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, are still able to do so.

Weston credits TJ as his inspiration in creating this organization, seeing such a need for life to continue to go on for many who still wanted to live a fulfilled, challenging life. Jenkins says, “One day after a hunt with TJ, I was driving home, and the name and idea just popped into my head.”. It’s easy to take for granted some of the basic functions of going about daily life, for example, getting dressed, making meals, driving a car, working a job, taking care of a family, and finding hobbies and interests to enjoy. Organizations like Disabled Outdoorsmen help bring back those simple pleasures, making it so many who still want to participate can do just that.

Jeremy Kennedy, TJ’s caretaker, TJ duPerier, and Weston Jenkins have built a close friendship over the

Kevin Frederick and Weston Jenkins

past ten years. They all look out for each other and genuinely want to provide enriching opportunities for all they come in contact with. Fairly consistently, the trio will go on hunting trips, even as much as multiple times a month, and many of those trips, Disabled Outdoorsmen has been able to be a part of. To show the close bond the friends have, Kennedy states, “Honestly the duPerier family is my family now. I love helping TJ because it gives him a chance to be his own person; to give him the freedom to go wherever he pleases. Weston shows the world that just because someone has a disability doesn’t mean they can’t enjoy the outdoors. It’s really changing lives.”.

When Weston was only 21, he was attending Texas State University and majoring in Business Marketing and Sales. It was at that young age when he first came up with the idea and had the experience with TJ and Kennedy to start Disabled Outdoorsmen. Since the organization’s beginnings, over 100 people have been able to take part in continuing to enjoy the outdoors in one way or another, while still being disabled. Weston wants people to understand an important fact about his organization, and that is, “The goal isn’t centered around one set of disabilities or age ranges. When I started this research, I realized there isn’t really any organizations out there that do what we do. Most are centered around war veterans, but I don’t limit the people I help.” Weston and his organization help any type of disabled person, whether it be an amputee or someone with down-syndrome. His dream is making the impossible, possible again for many who thought

there was no way.

As with most new organizations who do much good in the local community and greater world, funding was a hurdle that needed to be solved quickly. Initially starting with a GoFundMe platform, funding quickly turned into creating merchandise to sell, but the problem was they needed to get the merchandise into bigger stores to get the foot traffic they needed to make a dent in their ever mounting costs. Only recently has Academy Sports + Outdoors agreed to sell Disabled Outdoorsmen’s merchandise on its website, so progress is being made to help create more funds for even more disabled participants to enjoy the services that the organization offers. Many generous donations also have come in from private donors as well.

The men soon realized that in order to share the magic that was happening on these outdoor adventures they needed to find someone who could capture the experience on video and in picture. That is where fellow fraternity member, Kevin Frederick came into play. Frederick caught interest into what Jenkins was trying to accomplish, and since has become the accompanying videographer and photographer on nearly every adventure the organization goes on. Videos and photos that Frederick has captured can be found at the organizations website, which is listed below.

What started out in Jenkins small hometown in Texas, where most of the organization’s outings took place on his family’s ranch in Boerne, TX, has been able to expand to even other states. Most recently, a chapter has been building ground in Utah, with enough board members to get the ball rolling and organizing adventures here, among the magnificent mountainous terrain that Utah so proudly displays.

Sidney Smith is a member of the organization and the founder of the Utah chapter. Brock Carter also sits on the board with Smith, helping to bring the wonderful service and experience of bringing outdoor activities to many who are disabled.

As with most activities and outdoor fun, there is usually some costs associated. This is no different when it comes to funding the organizations many trips.

On average, a hunting trip with the group can costs Jenkins between $1,500-$2,500 to execute. Costs cover necessities like plane tickets for the participant and possibly even family members, fuel, ammunition, food, and gifts and merchandise that is given to the participants. With such high costs, it was evident very quickly that fundraising and finding support among community members needed to happen quickly.

Sticking to the spirit of the organization in help-

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ing any and all who are disabled, not refusing any because of age, Jenkins brought Nixon Whatcott, a 7-year-old boy from Utah down to Texas to enjoy a hunt. Nixon had stage four osteosarcoma cancer at the time, and was able to bring his entire family, all 6, down to take in the experience with him.

Recounting her memories and experiences, Nixon’s mom, Jenessa Whatcott said, “Weston and his buddies treated us like family. Not only did they give Nixon a southern Texas hunting trip, but they let my three other children participate just as much. I’m so grateful for what he is doing.” Unfortunately, Nixon passed away just six short months after in June, 2019, just shy of his 8th birthday.

While TJ and his experiences with Jenkins are the main inspiration behind the development of Disabled Outdoorsmen, he wants to expand his reach much further, giving other people the chance to explore what the outdoors has to offer. The vision that Jenkins has had all along and wants to continue to remember is to help those with disabilities feel like they can do anything they want to. Undoubtedly there are worries and stresses that come along with living with a disability or caring for a loved one with a disability, but while they are with Jenkins and his crew, his goal is to create an experience where they can put those aside, even for a short time.

Take the time and opportunity to visit the Disabled Outdoorsmen’s website at, www.disabledoutdoorsmen.com to find out more about the organizations mission and vision, and to learn how to become a donor to help expand the reach for these services.

Ron Hess, left, and Bill McDowell, right, in the Sawtooth Mountains with huge trophy elk. Photo by Justin Anderson.

Janeen Chamberlain with a large Mutton Snapper February 4, 2020 in Cancun, Mexico. Photo by Braiden Chamberlain.

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Big Spring Cinnamon BlackBear taken by Don McFarland on Boulder Mountain. Photo by Brett Guymon.

Stockton, Ridge and Maysa Marriott pose with Stockton huge rainbow trout caught at Smith Family Park fishing pond. Photo by Kendal Parker.

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Justin Anderson poses with his nephew Alec Thorpe and his first catch in Malad, Idaho.

Braiden Chamberlain with a nice Barracuda February 4th, 2020, on vacation in Cancun, Mexico.

Photo by Janeen Chamberlain

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DWR launches new website highlighting wildlife migration across Utah PROVIDED BY UTAH DIVISION OF WILDLIFE

SALT LAKE CITY — Utah is doing something that only a few other states are doing: real-time tracking of wildlife. And now some of that data will be available to the public via a new website that launched Tuesday, March 3.The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources started its Wildlife Migration Initiative program in 2017 to better track and study the migration patterns of different wildlife and fish species in the state. Most of the data comes from animals wearing GPS tracking devices or from fish tagged with implanted transmitters. Utah is currently the only state that includes fish tracking in its migration initiative.

Since the start of the program, DWR biologists have tagged thousands of individual animals from a variety of wildlife species, including black bears, bighorn sheep, elk, moose, mountain goats, mule deer, pronghorns and cougars. While some birds also have GPS tracking devices, others receive metal bands, and hunters and others can report the locations of harvested or found birds on a website.

Some of the aquatic species being tracked include razorback sucker, Colorado pikeminnow, flannelmouth sucker, bluehead sucker, June sucker, cutthroat trout and boreal toads. For some endangered fish species in Utah, the movement data provided by their implanted transmitters has been valuable in the recent proposed downlistings on the Endangered Species list by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

The tracking data benefits wildlife in several ways because biologists can: Identify where the animals spend large portions of time feeding and make habitat improvements in those areas.

Locate migration routes and ensure

that wildlife crossings are constructed strategically (i.e. where those routes cross highways, rivers, etc.)

See how wildlife use both public and private land, which leads to better, more comprehensive wildlife management on all lands.

Increase natural river connectivity

by identifying barriers to fish movement (i.e. culverts, bridges, waterfalls, etc.)

Assist conservation officers in their battle against poaching.

“Using GPS tracking data, our law enforcement officers were actually able to successfully locate and prosecute a

poacher,” DWR Migration Initiative Coordinator Daniel Olson said. “We have also learned other interesting things.

For example, there are deer that swim almost a mile across Flaming Gorge Reservoir as part of their annual migration. A lot of the information we gather from this tracking initiative is invaluable in helping us better manage wildlife.”

“This program has also shown us that some fish in the Colorado River have traveled over 900 miles and across state borders in search of suitable habitat to feed, spawn and escape predators,” DWR Aquatics Coordinator Don Wiley said. “That kind of information was not previously available and has been invaluable in helping us identify areas for habitat projects.”

Currently, DWR biologists and its partners are tracking more than 2,800 animals across Utah, and those animals generate about 26,000 data points each day. There have been a total of 14 million location data points since the tracking began.

“We watch the GPS data, and it tells our biologists when an animal has died,” Olson said. “We then go gather the collar so we can reuse it on another animal. We like to reuse them since they cost about $1,100 each.”

The DWR discourages hunters from harvesting collared animals because it is expensive to capture wildlife for the collaring process. If a hunter does happen to harvest a collared animal, they should make sure not to cut or destroy the collar. When they report the animal, a DWR employee can collect the collar so it can be reused.

The public can find more information and tracking data on the Wildlife Migration Initiative website. The website will continue to be updated with additional data.

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DWR proposes decrease in general-season deer, antlerless permits for 2020 hunts PROVIDED BY UTAH DIVISION OF WILDLIFE

SALT LAKE CITY — Utah Division of Wildlife Resources biologists recommended a decrease in the number of general-season permits for the 2020 deer hunt and are asking for the public's feedback on a variety of big game proposals.

The current mule deer management plan, which was approved by the Utah Wildlife Board in December 2019, has an objective of 18–20 bucks per 100 does on 18 general-season hunting units and an objective of 15–17 bucks per 100 does on the other 11 generalseason hunting units. In order to manage toward these objectives, DWR biologists are recommending a total of 80,725 general-season permits for the 2020 deer hunt, a decrease of 9,175 permits from 2019. Nineteen of the 29 general-season hunting units will have decreased permits, with no changes on the other units.

"In 2019, the statewide deer population estimate decreased by approximately 51,000 animals to a total of just over 321,000 deer," DWR Big Game Coordinator Covy Jones said. "This decrease was primarily due to drought conditions in the spring, summer and fall of 2018, followed by a heavy winter in 2019. Deer populations in areas of the southern, southeastern, northeastern and northern parts of the state showed the most loss."

Biologists also propose decreasing the antlerless deer permits for the 2020 hunting season. They recommend decreasing the doe permits by 1,045 permits for a total of 1,175 permits. The DWR also proposed adding one new doe deer hunt in 2020 to help address chronic wasting disease concerns, while discontinuing 11 other antlerless deer hunts.

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Hunt

2019

2020

General-season buck deer

89,900

80,725

Premium limited-entry deer

184

184

Management buck deer (including "cactus" buck)

74

74

New handgun, archery, muzzleloader, and shotgun (HAMS) limited-entry buck deer hunts

Hunt didn't exist

15

Limited-entry deer

1,144

1,229

Doe deer

2,220

1,175

General any bull elk

15,000

15,000

General spike bull elk

15,000

15,000

Cow elk

9,635

8,165

Youth any bull elk

500

500

Limited-entry bull elk

2,938

2,943

Buck pronghorn

1,061

1,147

Doe pronghorn

760

525

Bull moose

97

107

Cow moose

38

31

Bison

242

115

Desert bighorn sheep

69

82

Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep

56

66

New Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep ewe hunt

Hunt didn't exist

10

Mountain goat

126

122

"Antlerless deer hunts are designed to reduce depredation on private lands, tackle urban deer issues, address chronic wasting disease hotspots and help slow the decline of range conditions," Jones said.

Statewide, elk populations also decreased slightly in 2019, so biologists recommended a decrease in cow elk permits, as well. The statewide elk population objective is 78,215, and currently there is a statewide estimate of 76,550

elk. Biologists recommended 8,165 cow elk permits for the 2020 public drawing, a decrease of 1,470 from 2019.

Here is a breakdown of the proposed permit numbers for all the 2020 big game hunts:

OUTDOORS

DWR announces new online options for hunter education field day and course registration Provided by Utah Division of Wildlife SALT LAKE CITY — In order to follow social distancing guidelines and prevent the spread of COVID-19, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is now offering a temporary online field day for hunter education courses. The DWR is also changing the sign-up process for hunter education and other courses, now providing easier online registration.

Hunter education course options To hunt in Utah, everyone born after Dec. 31, 1965, must complete a state-approved hunter education class or participate in the Trial Hunting Program.

There are two options for completing a hunter education course in Utah: You can take a traditional class led by an instructor that includes a field day, or you can take an online course followed by a field day. Both options include a final written test and the "field day" with hands-on skills demonstration and a live-fire shooting exercise at the end.

Because current health recommendations discourage gatherings of more than 10 people to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the DWR has temporarily postponed all instructor-led courses until further notice.

While online hunter education courses have been offered for several years, the required field day portion had to be completed in-person, previously. In order to allow people to still complete hunter education at this time, the DWR is temporarily allowing the field day exercise to be completed online.

Students will receive detailed information from their instructor after they register for their online hunter education course. They will complete an online virtual field day and then print the completion voucher and send it to the instructor. The students can then complete a live-fire exercise with a parent, guardian or other mentor (must be an adult who is over 21 and is also a hunter education graduate). The student and mentor will record the live-fire exercise and send the video to the instructor with a photo of the target. The instructor will review and evaluate the video based on safe firearm-handling principles. Then students will be given the final written exam for the hunter education course online.

Online classes are $13–$29, in addition to the $10 registration certificate, which needs to be purchased before you register for the class. Typically, the only cost for the instructor-led classes is the $10 registration certificate.

About 65% of Utah's hunter education courses are

taken online. Those courses and the new online virtual field day exercises can be taken at any time. You can find links to the approved online courses on the DWR website.

January and February are the most popular months for hunter education courses, so people can apply for the big game hunt drawing. The next busiest months are July and August, right before the fall general-season big game hunts.

Online registration changes Another new change to hunter education has simplified the course registration process. Previously, if someone was interested in taking an instructor-led Hunter Education Program course, they had to purchase a hunter education registration certificate from a DWR office or license agent, find an available class on the DWR website, and then call or email the instructor to register for the class. Now, students can buy a hunter education registration certificate online or from any available license agent, find a hunter education course on the DWR website, and register for the class online.

The new online registration feature will also only display available classes; previously, an applicant wouldn’t know if a class was already full until they contacted the instructor. This new online registration process will be

available for several DWR courses, including hunter education, furharvester education and bowhunter education.

"This change was made to make the course registration process consistent, regardless of the class or the instructor," DWR Hunter Education Coordinator Gary Cook said. "We wanted to make the process easier and more streamlined for the public. And now, when someone completes a hunter education course, the wait time is a lot shorter for when they can start applying for hunting permits. While the course requirements haven't changed, this administrative change should help the process become more efficient and standardized, so people can get out and go hunting sooner."

After a hunter education course has been completed, a physical copy of the hunter education "blue card," which shows proof of the course completion, will be mailed to the student.

The new required online registration and temporary online field day became available April 10.

"Don't delay in taking hunter education if you'd like to hunt big game or any other species this fall," Cook said.

"The temporary online field day opportunity and the new online registration should make things more convenient and flexible, so that anyone who would like to take Western Wasatch - May 2020 37

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Fish stocking information Water name

County

Species

Quantity

Average length

Date stocked

BAKER SP

BOX ELDER

RAINBOW

1000

9.05

04/10/2020

BAR M SP

BOX ELDER

RAINBOW

1000

9.05

04/09/2020

SPANISH OAKS P

UTAH

WIPER

250

7.59

04/09/2020

TEAL SP

BOX ELDER

RAINBOW

1000

9.05

04/09/2020

WASATCH MTN STATE PARK PARK

WASATCH

WIPER

250

7.59

04/09/2020

LITTLE CR RES

RICH

RAINBOW

4845

8.7

04/08/2020

NINE MILE RES

SANPETE

RAINBOW

560

14.62

04/08/2020

NINE MILE RES

SANPETE

RAINBOW

560

14.62

04/08/2020

GRANTSVILLE RES

TOOELE

RAINBOW

2000

8.55

04/07/2020

RAINBOW RES

TOOELE

RAINBOW

701

9.31

04/07/2020

SETTLEMENT CYN RES

TOOELE

RAINBOW

1000

8.55

04/07/2020

VERNON CR RES

TOOELE

RAINBOW

1400

8.55

04/07/2020

GOOD SKI LAKE (21ST PO)

WEBER

RAINBOW

500

9.24

04/06/2020

OGDEN R

WEBER

RAINBOW

1400

9.24

04/06/2020

COLD SPRING LAKES

BOX ELDER

RAINBOW

650

11.84

04/02/2020

EAST CYN RES

MORGAN

RAINBOW

3677

8.69

04/02/2020

EAST CYN RES

MORGAN

RAINBOW

3696

8.69

04/02/2020

LOGAN R

CACHE

RAINBOW

400

8.82

04/02/2020

LOGAN R

CACHE

RAINBOW

500

8.82

04/02/2020

LOGAN R

CACHE

RAINBOW

500

8.82

04/02/2020

SEVIER R

SANPETE

RAINBOW

1050

10.09

04/02/2020

SEVIER R

SANPETE

RAINBOW

1050

10.09

04/02/2020

WILLARD BAY RES

BOX ELDER

WIPER

2647

6.99

04/02/2020

LLOYDS L

SAN JUAN

RAINBOW

3900

9.86

04/01/2020

LOST CR RES

MORGAN

KOKANEE

12528

3

04/01/2020

ENTERPRISE RES,UPPER

WASHINGTON

KOKANEE

5038

3.01

03/31/2020

FARMINGTON CITY RES

DAVIS

RAINBOW

599

9.73

03/31/2020

KOOSHAREM RES

SEVIER

RAINBOW

19256

3.99

03/31/2020

WASATCH MTN STATE PARK

WASATCH

RAINBOW

399

8.05

03/31/2020

GRANTSVILLE RES

TOOELE

RAINBOW

2120

8.1

03/30/2020

JORDANELLE RES

WASATCH

KOKANEE

132082

3

03/30/2020

ROCKPORT RES

SUMMIT

KOKANEE

30045

3.01

03/30/2020

SETTLEMENT CYN RES

TOOELE

RAINBOW

1316

8.1

03/30/2020

MILL MEADOW RES

SEVIER

RAINBOW

1976

9.86

03/27/2020

OTTER CR RES

PIUTE

RAINBOW

8457

7.17

03/27/2020

OTTER CR RES

PIUTE

RAINBOW

9202

7.17

03/27/2020

OTTER CR RES

PIUTE

RAINBOW

5508

7.17

03/27/2020

BEAVER RES

BEAVER

RAINBOW

4966

3.85

03/26/2020

DEER CR RES

WASATCH

RAINBOW

6582

10.03

03/26/2020

DEER CR RES

WASATCH

RAINBOW

6582

10.03

03/26/2020

DEER CR RES

WASATCH

RAINBOW

1770

10.19

03/25/2020

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DWR Wildlife Calendar Thursday, April 30 Limited-entry Turkey Season Ends 9:00am Utah Wildlife Board Meeting Friday, May 1 Youth Turkey Season

Wednesday, May 13 6:00pm Northern Region RAC Meeting Tuesday, May 19 7:00pm Southern Region RAC Meeting

Saturday, May 2 Youth Turkey Season

Wednesday, May 20 6:30pm South Eastern Region RAC Meeting

Sunday, May 3 Youth Turkey Season Monday, May 4 Spring General-season Turkey Hunts Begin Tuesday, May 12 6:00pm Central Region RAC Meeting

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Thursday, May 21 6:30pm North Eastern Region RAC Meeting Saturday, May 23 Black Bear Summer Limited-Entry Season Begins (any legal weapon, no dogs) Monday, May 25 Memorial Day CLOSED Friday, May 29 Big Game Drawing Results Available Sunday, May 31 Black Bear Spring Limited-Entry Season Ends Black Bear Spring Pursuit Season Ends (for units not designated as restricted) Black Bear Spring Pursuit Season for Restricted Units Ends Cougar Pursuit Season Ends CWMU Turkey Hunts End Spring General-season Turkey Hunts End Thursday, June 4 9:00am Utah Wildlife Board Meeting Sunday, June 28 Black Bear Summer Limited-Entry Season Ends (any legal weapon, no dogs)

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WESTERN FASHION

Western Fashion Report: Spring Fashions The last article I wrote was about Denver Market. This next one was to be about the new things in fashion I saw at Dallas Western Market which is usually held In March. Due to current circumstances it was cancelled.

However many of our favorite brands brought Market items that were to be shown in Dallas right to us directly. It is an amazing time as I think about how with technology we can see and do so much right from our homes and offices!

Social media makes it easy to see what's new and what people are talking about within minutes of being posted. If you’re like me sometimes it's very hard to keep up with it all but ‘oh so fun!’ and important right now with having to be socially distancing ourselves and staying home for the most part. Maybe by the time this is out things will be getting back to normal a bit!

What I have been seeing right now with spring being upon us is the Western T-shirt designs being huge! There are so many to choose from with many companies putting out great designs such as bright floral colors, animal prints, vintage pictures, fun graphics with a little attitude. I noticed the western T-shirt getting huge last year and this year there are even more! For the guys look up the new Huey Designs, Dale Brisby and Cowboy Hardware. Ariat and Cinch have some great mens T-shirts also!

For the ladies some of my favorites come from XOXO Art & Co, Cry Baby T’s, Liberty wear, Red Barn and Rodeo Quincy. Now the popular thing with your T is to add a cute scarf to match! Colors are bold and bright for spring and the serape look, reptile and animal prints are still huge. For spring I am seeing bell sleeves along with bell bottoms

Spirit with Style Graphic Ts.

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Silverado bell sleeve top.

WESTERN FASHION

Cry Baby Ts and Silverado Serape.

Cry Baby Ts vintage designs.

Dale Brisby T shirts.

still popular.

One thing I am also seeing a lot of is the leather jewelry. Earrings made out of leather are so nice and light weight and they are making them with tooled leather. Painted cactus or bronc riders on them. A little fringe or some turquoise beads or feathers and all are so western and fun!

One of my favorite western looks is fringe. I love seeing it on tops, skirts, leather jackets, pants, purses. Bright southwest colors with a rustic look are so popular. If you want to get some high end designs that I love go to Double D,

Silverado, or Brit West Designs. They are wonderful and one of their pieces is something you’ll wear for a long time!

There are so many more things that if you are looking for something just let me know! If you want to find any of the items or companies I have mentioned I’ll help you find those also! I hope all of you are doing well, staying healthy and look forward to seeing you at the Western Wasatch Expo coming up soon! Til then, Happy Trails! This month's away to one lucky winner is a Western T-shirt!

Just Email me at RockinHH@gmail.com!

I would love to hear from you! Becky

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WESTERN FASHION

Let’s talk about straw hats

Make up of a straw hat:

with the exception of the palm leaf have a thin wire bead that runs through the sweatband sewn inside the crown and a small wire bead that runs around the edge of the brim woven into the straw.

Hat Tricks

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Straw hats are made of a multiple Shaping a straw hat: of materials. These materiFor the most part, straw hats als range from rice paper, are shaped the same way as a actual straw, palm leaf and felt hats, by using steam. The even poly rope exception to this are similar to bailing the palm leaf hats. twine. Straw Straw hats, (not palm hats can be hand leaf) are sprayed with

By Tod Bell woven or made on a lacquer, American a loom. Hats that are Hat Company uses an oilhad woven will be started in based lacquer, that allows water the top of the crown and woven out to to bead off the hat and helps protect the edge of the brim which leaves the the hat from the elements and gives inside of the crown smooth, these are the hat some stiffness. Therefore, generally your hats that are actually when you heat the hat with steam, it made of rice paper or poly rope. Your heats the lacquer and makes it easier “actual straw” hats like your bangora to shape the hat. For palm leaf hats, weave hat are woven on a loom. For you can try to use steam; however, this weave the hat is started at the brim the easiest way to shape a palm leaf and wove to the top of the crown, this is to run it under running water for a is why you see all the straw ends inside few minutes, wipe off the excess water the crown of these hats. Palm leaf then go to shaping. Once the hat is hats are woven in layers, the crown is shaped just let it dry and that is it. woven and then the brim and then the Next issue we will cover the many two are sewn together. All these hats different hat shapes…

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In this issue, and spring upon us let’s talk about straw hats; Many people live by the rule strawhat in the summer felt hat in the winter.

While there are, no written rules and the fashion police probably will not write you a ticket; many cowboys/ people in the western community live hard and fast by this rule. The rule I have always went by is from Easter to Labor Day is straw-hat season and Labor Day to Easter is felt hat season. Some people go with the rule months with an “R” are felt hat months, while months without an “R” are straw-hat months. Whichever you chose to wear is all personal preference.

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Life of a Team Roper

By Thatch Elmer Some people see the money, all the buckles and the fame.

Bob Tallman on the microphone when it’s time to call your name Some people see the the saddles and big checks for hundred grand.

Or backing in at T&M with your catch rope in your hand Some people see the sponsors and the patches on your shirt.

Or breaking the arena record when the dust clears from the dirt.

But this game isn’t easy, so don’t think that it is.

You might think that it ain’t a real job and that all it is a bliss It’s driving all night to a rodeo. And breaking the barrier to win it all, and loading all your gear up for another night of haul.

It’s calling in your entries. And paying all your fees.

With one chance at the money. Because there are no guarantees It’s slow drop from the flagger, and drawing worthless steers.

It’s the sacrifice and time spent. Blood and sweet and tears.

It’s fighting your head mid season and you don’t know how to cope, after throwing three coils at a running cow that didn’t run in your rope It’s going home after Cheyenne in the middle of July.

Cus your horses all are worn out and your funds are running dry.

But when the seasons over and your in the top 15.

You sort of get your mojo back and you loose all the fatigue and you start to see the the money. All the buckles and the fame.

And you hear the voice of Tallman as he starts to call your name And you think about the pay window. And that check for hundred grand.

While your backing in at T&M with your catch rope in your hand then your steer looks down the middle and and you shake your head okay.

You made it to the big show. Now let’s hope it goes your way.

It’s one swing and you got him. Now your heelers coming in.

It’s two feet and a new fast time. You can almost smell the win.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Cowboy Mechanics As cowboys, there's an unwritten code we adhere to, with such precepts as "never set your hat on the bed" or "don't quit till it's too dark to work, or the job is done". It's this code that encourages our stick-to-itiveness and sets us apart from the rest of the world. And the subject we're about to embark on today is ‘Cowboy Mechanics’.

It's an old philosophy that a lawyer is just as good as a mechanic until you need a mechanic. I guess that may be true for any tradesman, but as in most cases, the cowboy is the anomaly. In dire straits and desperate circumstances (most of which were on the side of the freeway) I've seen some of the most intuitive displays of mechanical engineering, or more commonly put, rednecking.

While traveling along I-80, we found ourselves coasting into the rest-stop in Weber Canyon. After a few phone calls

and a little homework, the diagnosis was certain, we needed a new fuel filter. With a friend on the way with the needed part, we figured we'd better take off the old one. The tools we possessed were as limited as the working space he had right next to the motor on this 2011 Chevy, with the filter too tight to get to with just our hands. While three of us sat staring at the motor, wondering what to do next, one cowboy sprang to the trailer, returning with a lead rope. As he looped the rope around the filter and began twisting, we realized his intention. After securing an adequate bind, he proceeded to wrench the filter out of its previously locked state.

I once had a friend call me from the side of the highway, just north of Tremonton. With an adequate jack and a half-decent spare, all this cowpuncher was lacking was a lug wrench. I was in

Willard speeding toward his rescue when he informed me that he "took care of it".

When asked as to how he did this, he simply replied "a pair of vice grips are just as good as a bag of wrenches.”

A couple weeks ago I found myself swapping the motor out of my jeep in my mom's driveway. Without a loader or cherry picker to lift it out, I had to get creative. I had a motor hoist, but no beam to hang it from, I was at the end of my rope. Along the side of the driveway, on the other side of the fence stands an aspen tree. After packing a 250lb wood post to an adequate height, I was able to secure it horizontally with ratchet straps and a come-a-long in manor that allowed me to attach the motor hoist to one end, and remove and

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Sir Charels Lyell was noted for coining the phrase "Mind over Matter" in 1863 when referring to the growth and evolution of the human brain throughout history, but I prefer to quote Michael Martin Murphy in his hit song COWBOY LOGIC, "if it's a job do it, put your back into it" and "have a simple solution for just about everything". I personally don't care too much for climbing under hoods or twisting wrenches. but at the end of the day, a cowboy's got a job to do, and he "ain't gonna get it done" with a busted truck.

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