Miss Teen Rodeo Iowa

2009-10-03T09:53:00.018-06:00

Wow, it has been awhile since I have blogged. My travels are keeping my busy! It looks like my last blog was about the 2009 Iowa State Fair. That means I have a month and a half of rodeos to blog about!

After the fair, I traveled to the Grand River Rodeo. I was accompanied by the 2009 Miss Leon Rodeo Princess, Jenna Kool . Thank goodness for Don Staver's Western Store, because I forgot my saddle pad. After I purchased my new saddle pad from Don, I got “gussied up” and realized I had forgot my Miss Teen Rodeo Iowa Crown as well. I ended up being crown less that evening, but my horse did have a saddle pad, which is essential. At every rodeo I have been to this summer I have learned a lesson. At my future rodeos I will always take a few short moments to check my tack and rodeo clothes. This way I will not forget anything. Crown less but having a saddle pad, Jenna and I had a wonderful evening. We cleared cattle out of the arena and signed autographs after the performance.

The next weekend I traveled to Nevada, Iowa, for the IRCA/URA rodeo. It was the Lincoln Highway days celebration. I realized this when Abraham Lincoln introduced himself to me with a huge hug in the announcer's booth. At the rodeo it was nice to see several ropers and barrel racers from my hometown compete. They did a great job!

The next weekend I headed north to Dayton, Iowa. On Thursday, Miss Dayton Rodeo Queen, Miss Dayton Rodeo Princess, Cory Wall, the Dayton Rodeo Committee, and I visited the local schools. We introduced ourselves, explained the rodeo events, and encouraged the children to come to the rodeo. The kids were dressed in their cowboy boots, hats and they were very excited to see us. The PRCA rodeo was held Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night. There was also a parade and an afternoon rodeo performance on Monday. The Dayton Saddle club queens and I cleared cattle, helped with muttin busting, and signed autographs. Miss Rodeo Iowa, Lindsey Ahrenholtz, accompanied us on Saturday and Sunday evening.

I would have to agree that Dayton was one of the best professional rodeos I attended all year. I had a wonderful time at the Dayton Rodeo and meet many amazing people there! I would like to thank Duane Heschke for letting me stay in his horse trailer. My stay was very comfortable thanks to him!

Fort Madison, Iowa, was the next stop after Dayton. I drove home for a day to repack my belongings. Then I traveled to Fort Madison for the biggest PRCA rodeo in Iowa. It was a very long and fun week. Every evening was an entertaining professional rodeo held in the Eddy Richardson Tri-State Rodeo Arena.

Along with the rodeo was the Miss Rodeo Iowa, Miss Teen Rodeo Iowa 2010 Pageant. The pageant was held Thursday through Saturday. I would like to congratulate the well qualified contestants. They did a wonderful job in the horsemanship division, as well as their personal interviews, speeches, modeling, and impromptus. Congratulations to the 2010 Miss Rodeo Iowa, Jordanne Blair, and the 2010 Miss Teen Rodeo Iowa, Hannah Hilsabeck. Good job girls! I hope you have wonderful year. Enjoy your travels, because they will go by very fast!

God Bless,
Shelby Chapman

It's Fair Time!

2009-08-20T07:12:00.008-06:00

The Iowa State Fair is the number one state fair in the United States of America. This statement was proved to me after the many funfilled days I spent there. On Tuesday, August 11th, I showed my mare, Savannah, in the 4-H Barrel Racing and Pole Bending. This was my last year showing in 4-H since I gratuated from high school last spring. With being away at rodeos this summer and having little time to practice I was pleased with how we did.

Thursday, August 13th, was the first official day of the fair and it was already packed full of visiters. I became aware of this after spending an hour to find a parking place and walked around a mile carrying my rodeo queen necessities. I spent the day with my fellow Dallas County Cattlemen as we worked at the "Famous" Cattlemen's Quarters. I, along with other livestock queens were the hostess for the afternoon to the late evening. While working I meet a lot of people from my hometown and others that I had meet at rodeos. The hourly wage that I earned as hostessing was donated to the Dallas County Cattlemen's Scholarship Fund.

Friday night was the annual Iowa State Fair Cowgirl Queen Contest. This is where the different saddle club queens and rodeo queens from Iowa compete for the Iowa State Fair Cowgirl Queen title. Miss Leon Rodeo, Miss Leon Rodeo Princess, Miss Dallas County Fair Rodeo, Miss Rodeo Iowa, and I spent our evening competing and watching. I was in the third cut of the senior Cowgirl Queen division. I rode my gelding, Tucker. We had a great ride and a fun filled night.

After a long Friday night and an early Saturday morning at my job, I was excited to go to the fair that afternoon for the Governor's Charity Steer Show. I have shown cattle at the Dallas County Fair for 5 years in 4-H. I love showing, and because of this I was very excited to show at the State Fair. My steer's name was Big Man, which fit him very well. He was a thirteen hundred pound Angus Crossbreed owned by Dalton Smith of Charter Oak, Iowa. I had a lot of fun meeting the family and showing the steer. Dalton and I did very well and placed in the top ten!

How much better can it get with two amazing pro rodeos in one week?

2009-08-02T14:26:00.014-06:00

How much better can it get with two amazing pro rodeos in one week? On Tuesday I loaded up my horse and traveled down to Sidney, Iowa. Tuesday night was the first performance of the week. Before the rodeo the 2009 Miss Sidney Rodeo, Morgan Mowery from Denton, Nebraska was crowned. Miss Rodeo Iowa, Lindsey Ahrenholtz, Miss Rodeo Aksarben, Holly Sucie, Miss Sidney Rodeo, and I worked cattle, signed autographs, helped with the mutton bustin',and enjoyed the best show on dirt. The next day, Wednesday, the queens and I visited the sponsors of the Sidney queen pageant to thank them again for their donations. The second rodeo performance was later that evening. I enjoyed my last night at Sidney by working cattle during my favorite event, tie down calf roping, and signing autographs after the rodeo. On Thursday the queens and I visited the Corner Stone Kids Days care in Hamburg, Iowa. There I met many cowboys and cowgirls who were excited about the Sidney rodeo.
Later that day I loaded up again and traveled to Carson, Iowa, for my second pro rodeo of the week. There was three great performances on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evening. The crowd came together every evening to sing the verses of the National Anthem as I was giving the honor to carry the American Flag. The announcer Doug Mathis did a wonderful job keeping the rodeo running smooth and was a pleasure to meet.
I would like to thank my host families in Sidney and Carson. I really appreciate their hospitality. I had a great time at the two rodeos, thanks to the very nice people I met.

A blur of exciting times

2009-07-27T19:18:00.023-06:00

I have been going to one rodeo to the next, and the next, and the next, and suddenly it has become a blur of exciting times!

On Tuesday I traveled to southern Iowa to attend the Centerville rodeo. I had a muddy fine time! I rested on Wednesday then hit the road to travel to Lenox for the annual three day rodeo. The stands were packed full for the three very impressive rodeo performances. On Thursday night the new Miss Rodeo Lenox, Suzy Fife, from Corning, Iowa was crowned. On Friday, before the rodeo, the rodeo queens, Miss Dallas County Fair Rodeo, Hannah Hilsabeck, Miss Rodeo Iowa, Lindsey Ahrenholtz, Miss URA, Kara Telfer, Miss Rodeo Leon Princess, Jenna Kool, Miss Rodeo Lenox, Suzy Fife, and I, spent the day at the Lenox bowling alley. We enjoyed testing our bowling skills in Wranglers. On Saturday the rodeo queens and I spent our afternoon at the Leon Care Facility. We brought the rodeo to the residents and helped celebrate two resident's upcoming birthdays. We spent our afternoon line dancing and playing western games.

The Saturday rodeo performance came in with bang, literally. That is the bang of me hitting the arena sand after riding a steer! I have always dreamed of riding a steer. I took advantage of the steer riding that was held every evening before the rodeo performances. I was accompanied by Miss Rodeo Lenox, who also took the challenge of riding. There were no broken limbs or tears, only smiles.

Wet and Wild in Leon, Iowa

2009-07-17T14:38:00.038-06:00

What an experience I had at the annual 4th of July Leon rodeo celebration! My weekend started early on Thursday, July 3rd. The Miss Leon Rodeo queen and Miss Leon Rodeo Princess pageant began with the horsemanship division. Lunch was then served and the individual interviews followed. After the interviews the Miss Leon rodeo contestants presented their speeches about rodeo and Iowa. Then both the Miss Leon rodeo and Miss Leon rodeo princess contestants modeled their beautiful western dresses and answered several impromptu questions.

The coronation was held before the rodeo performance on Thursday evening. I would like to congratulate everyone for doing a wonderful job. Congratulations to the current Miss Leon Rodeo Queen, Amanda McNess, and Miss Leon Rodeo Princess, Jenna Kool.

We had beautiful weather for the rodeo on Thursday evening. We, Miss Rodeo Iowa, Miss Dallas County Fair Rodeo, Miss Leon Rodeo Queen, Miss Leon Rodeo Princess and I, enjoyed the evening and early morning working slack till two a.m.

The next day we were give the chance to sleep in and enjoy the day in Leon. Rain was on the forecast for Friday night, but that didn't stop any cowboy or cowgirl. I determined that my hair on hide saddle seat is slick when it gets rained on, but the queens and I made it happily throughout the very damp Friday evening and early Saturday morning.

Saturday was a drier night and a wonderful 4th of July. After the rodeo performance was a spectacular fireworks display. The 4th of July weekend is known as Cowboy Christmas, because of the many different rodeos held that weekend. Miss Leon Rodeo Princess, Jenna Kool, and I discover this the hard way. We left the Leon rodeo around two in the morning on Sunday because of the many horse trailers. Getting home around four o'clock I concluded that my truck does not run on empty very long.

All in All I had a wonderful time at the Leon Rodeo and I am looking forward to my next rodeo in Centerville on July 21st.

Lake City Rodeo

2009-06-29T14:49:00.011-06:00

What beautiful weather we had in Lake City, Iowa, during the 50th annual Top Rail Saddle Club Rodeo. On Friday night, June 26th, there was the Andy Thompson bull riding benefit. I was honored to carry the American Flag during the National Anthem. On Saturday and Sunday, June 27th and 28th, the stands were packed for the rodeo performances. Also on Saturday, was the Lake City parade with many floats, fast cars, and all of the past Top Rail Saddle Club Queens to celebrate the 50th anniversary.
Congratulations to the 2009 Top Rail Saddle Club Queens, Senoir Queen Miss. Bailley Richardson and Junior Queen Sydney Batz.
I would like to give a big thank you to my new friends Mr. and Mrs. Blair and their daughter Miss. Jordanne Blair for allowing me to stay with them during the rodeo. I really appreciate their kindness!

Adel IRCA/URA Rodeo and the Miss Dallas County Fair Rodeo Pageant

2009-06-22T10:24:00.031-06:00

It was a huge honor to represent my title of Miss Teen Rodeo Iowa at my home town rodeo. Adel, Iowa was packed full of cowboys and cowgirls for the annual prefair IRCA/URA rodeo. The rodeo was held on Friday and Saturday evening.

On Friday the second annual Miss Dallas County Fair Rodeo Queen pageant was held at the fair grounds. There were three very qualified contestants, Kara Christensen, Hannah Hilsabeck, and Emily Chaddock. The three judges, Rachel Bergren, the current Miss Rodeo Leon, Connie Wiemold, and Alisa Eason were the judges.

The contestants started the day with the horsemanship division. The girls performed a reining pattern, a queens run, a flag run, and rail work. After horsemanship was the personal interviews with the judges. Then the contestants, their friends, and their family enjoyed a delicious lunch made by Paula Jameson. After lunch the girls modeled, gave their speeches, and answered impromptu questions.

I would like to thank everyone for their help with pageant. The cordinator, Callie McCauley, did a great job putting on the pageant. Jenna Kool was a huge help working the gates and handling the flag during the horsemanship division. Paula Jameson made a wonderful lunch and decorated the entertainment plaza beautifully. Kara Telfer was a lot of help during the impromptu questions and the rodeo. The three judges did a very professional job of choosing the new queen and the sponsors made the pageant possible. And finally thank you to all the beautiful, smart, and qualified contestants who made the pageant great.

Congratulations to Kara Christensen the winner of Congeniality, Emily Chaddock the 1st Runner Up, and to Hannah Hilsabeck the winner of the horsemanship division and the new Miss Dallas County Fair Rodeo Queen 2009!

Cherokee PRCA Rodeo

2009-06-08T14:41:00.013-06:00

What a fun rodeo!
On Thursday, May 28th, the former Miss Teen Rodeo Iowa 2005, Callie McCauley, and I traveled to Cherokee for the annual PRCA rodeo and Miss Cherokee Rodeo Queen Pageant. On Thursday the contestants exhibited their horsemanship skills by riding a horsemanship pattern and answering questions asked by the judges. Before the Horsemanship judging, Miss Rodeo Illinois, Rebeca Kloker, Miss Rodeo Virgina, Charla Wacker, Miss Cherokee, Jessica Rausch, Miss Days of 56, Erika McCarthy, and I visited the nursing homes of Cherokee. That evening the start of a fun filled weekend was kicked off with the first night of exciting professional rodeo.

On Friday the queens woke up early for a radio interview. We then attended the Chamber Coffee meeting where I received the honor of meeting Bob Barnes, PRCA hall of fame stock contractor. I also met many other amazing people that dedicate their time to the Cherokee rodeo. We then headed over to Danny's Sports Spot to enjoy a tasty meal before the personality and appearance judging for the contestants took place. Before the rodeo on Friday evening the queens and contestants helped with the kids calf catching. Not only were the kids catching the calves but the rodeo queens too!

Saturday was another beautiful day. The queens meet at the Cherokee arena to help at the Exceptional Rodeo. We then went to the Depot to eat lunch and traveled back to the rodeo grounds to get ready for the parade. The Miss Rodeo Cherokee Coronation was held in the rodeo arena before the final performance on Saturday evening. Congratulations to all the contestants and to the new Miss Cherokee 2009, Melissa Tabke from Sioux City, Iowa!

Iowa Horse Fair April 3-5th 2009

2009-04-24T20:15:00.007-06:00

I had a blast at the Iowa Horse Fair. It was a busy and very fun weekend. On Friday I was honored to carry the american flag during the national anthem before the Bulls and Broncs performance.
On Saturday I woke up bright and early to have a radio interview with Van and Bonnie from WHO 10.40 a.m. radio station. I was suprised to find out that Van is from my home town, Adel. I then hurried over to the Western Fashion Show held in the Varied Industries Building. I modeled my green jean outfit and leather dress. There was some beautiful outfits. After the modeling Lindsey and I helped out with the stick horse race that was also held in the Varied Industries building. After that, I got my horse saddled up and made a queen run in the pavillion. I then stayed at the Miss Rodeo Iowa booth and signed autographs along with many other queens. I ended the night by attending the Bulls and Broncs held in the pavillion. Lindsey, Miss Rodeo Iowa, and I had a blast helping with the boot scrample. There is nothing better than tears, dirt, and missing shoes!
On Sunday I helped out at the Miss Rodeo Iowa booth and the Kids Center booth in the Varied Industries Building. I am very glad I was apart of the Horse Fair. I had a great weekend!

2009-04-20T19:47:00.003-06:00

My spring break started with a rodeo queen bang! On March 14th I traveled to Ames, Iowa, for the two day Miss Rodeo Iowa Clinic. I enjoyed meeting and working with many future rodeo queens. On Saturday we started the day off with Amanda Eason and Paula Jameson giving an introduction on becoming a rodeo queen. After the introduction Kimber Dall and Amanda Eason informed the girls about setting a relistic budget for a rodeo queen wardrobe. Judy Rogers wowed us with her horsemanship presentation, and Jill Perkins did a great job helping the girls become comfortable with giving speeches and answering impromtu questions. We ended the jam packed day with a western/rodeo queen clothing swap.
On Sunday morning Kimber Dall was the leader of the Cowboy Church. After that, the girls went over apperance and modeling, interviews, and performed a mock pageant. It was a very informative and fun filled weekend. A big thank you to everyone who helped!

Dallas County Cattlemen's Association Annual Banquet February 20th 2009

2009-02-23T08:34:00.000-06:00

On Saturday night my family joined me at the annual Dallas County Cattlemen's Association banquet. It was hosted at the Lake Robbins Ballroom in Woodward, IA. The night was started with a delicious prime rib dinner. Then the association elected its new director and the audience was given a brief summary of the association's activities throughout the year. Shane Boston, the auctioneer, kicked off the trophy auction. With many generous people the Dallas County Cattleman's Association had a great night. I would like to thank Justin Rowe, the president, for inviting me to the banquet.

My first adventure as Miss Teen Rodeo Iowa

2009-02-16T21:16:00.000-06:00

I set out for my first adventure as Miss Teen Rodeo Iowa! Unfortunately we had a snow storm on Friday, but this didn't hold me back. Miss Rodeo Iowa, Lindsey Ahrenholtz, and I enjoyed our Saturday night at the Bulls and Broncs in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. We started the night by signing autographs. Then, Lindsey carried the American flag during the national anthem. Later in the evening we were announced during the rodeo. I was happy to have Lindsey at my side to guide me throughout the evening. I really enjoyed myself and I am very excited for my future travels.

Coronation Success!

2009-02-12T08:22:00.000-06:00

The coronation was a success! It was held at the River Valley Golf Course in Adel and decorated beautifully by Cowboy Up from DeSoto. We had great baskets to bid on, thanks to the many sponsors and the committee members who contributed to our success. The dinner was delicious and the band was great! Callie McCauley, the M.C., Chad Daughtery, the auctioneer, and the visiting royalty helped make the night run smoothly. The victims, I mean contestants, of the Mr. Teen Rodeo Iowa Contest rode their stick horses, flaunted their modeling skills, and answered difficult impromptu questions. Congratulations to Mr. Mark Wolfe, AKA Wolfee, who won the title of Mr. Rodeo King 2009.

Thank you for celebrating an exciting night with my family and I. It was wonderful to have the support of the community and to see so many familiar faces!

It's a Cowboy Fiesta!

2009-01-29T18:55:00.000-06:00

You are invited to a Coronation Celebration for Shelby Chapman,

Miss Teen Rodeo Iowa 2009!

Please join me as I celebrate the beginning of an exciting year and recieve the official crown of Miss Teen Rodeo Iowa 2009. You will have the oppurtunity to socialize with friends, meet visiting royalty, enjoy a delicious soup and sandwich supper, and bid on great auction items. The money earned will go towards offsetting my expenses as I travel Iowa promoting the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association. It will be a fun-filled evening that you do not want to miss. I would love to see you there!

Saturday February 7, 2009 at the River Valley Golf Course-Adel, IA (hwy 169 North)

5:30 p.m. Social time and a chance to bid on silent auction items

6:00 p.m. Dinner Served

6:45 p.m. official crowning

7:00 p.m. Live action begins

8:00 p.m. Live entertainment

Dunlap Nursing and Rehab Center Christmas Caroling

2008-12-19T14:48:00.000-06:00

Wow, I better catch you all up on what I have been up to since Ft. Madison. Appearance slowed down, and it was time to focus on school. I went to Aleigh's Send Off fashion show and saw all of her amazing and gorgeous clothes! Now that I am home for Christmas break I am getting ready to finish out my year as Miss Teen Rodeo Iowa. Last night mom, dad, and I braved the oncoming weather to visit Dunlap's Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for Christmas Caroling. Vincent Leinin originally from this area, but now from California, sets it all up. People from all over Southwest Iowa came together and sang for the residents. Cookies were served afterwards, but we had to head out because the ice storm had begun. I had so much fun singing a collection of Christmas favorites. I hope everyone is staying warm and getting ready for the Holiday Season. Have a very Merry Christmas!

Tri-State Rodeo, Ft. Madison, Iowa

2008-09-15T13:45:00.000-06:00

It doesn't seem like a year now since I was in the boots of the lovely ladies competing for a title! I left Wednesday morning after one of my classes to meet dad near Des Moines to make the trip our annual trip to Ft. Madison. We had Tankers and Cosmo(previously) Cupcake, for Miss Sidney Iowa Rodeo, in tow. That was the first trip with two horses in the trailer, very exciting. Once we got there we unloaded ALL of my clothes and 'junk' to the hotel room. Obviously I still need to work on my packing skills, Amanda, I just didn't quite learn! Once we did that, we took the horses to settle them in and get the trailer parked and plugged in. I started getting ready for the Wednesday night performance which was Tough Enough to Wear Pink night! Tank looks so good in pink! After the rodeo dad decided to stay the week in the trailer so Aleigh and I headed back to the hotel.

Thursday morning I headed out to watch the very exciting Miss Rodeo Iowa 2009 horsemanship competition in the rain! After that we got all cleaned up and headed to eat lunch. Shortly after lunch Aleigh and I headed to a nearby school, to visit with the students and sign some autographs. Before we knew it, it was time for the Thursday night performance. Gizmo, Boyd, Corey, and the Cervi crew were all there again, I felt like I really knew them! After the rodeo we headed back to the hotel again, the Miss Teen Rodeo Iowa 2009 competitors were there, and we had a short dance practice! Some cowgirls just aren't meant to dance, and unfortunately, I am one of them. However, the other girls did a great job! After dance practice we headed to bed.

Friday morning was the Miss Teen Rodeo Iowa horsemanship competition, which went outstanding for the contestants! I am glad they didn't watch me set the pattern too closely because Tankers had eaten his Wheaties that morning and was raring to go, literally! After horsemanship it was time for the grueling interviews. Only kidding, they all came out with a smile! Shortly after that it was time for the speeches. I must say, the teen contestants blew me off my feet! They all did an amazing job. Aleigh and I even had a chance to talk about our years. Some how I managed to talk fast enough to get it all in. A new thing this year, was that the MTRI contestants got to go out to eat with the MRI contestants, judges, Paula, Bobbie, Jessie, Aleigh, and I. Then we headed back out to the rodeo grounds for the third performance of the week. Aleigh and I were joined by Carly Hagey, Miss Rodeo Illinois 2008, chasing out and carrying sponsor flags for the night. After the rodeo we headed back to do a little more dancing and modeling practice.

Saturday morning came bright and early with a parade! Morgan Marshall, Miss Rodeo Sidney, joined all of the contestants, Carly, Aleigh, and myself for the parade! Once that was over we headed back for our final dance practice, I could have used a hundred more if time would have allowed. Then we all went to our rooms to get gorgeous for the fashion show. Again, all of the contestants did a fabulous job, looked great, dance beautifuly! They surprisingly gave the microphone back to me for my fair well speech! With such great sponsors, supporters, committees, and family it was hard to get everyone in! Congrats to Lindsey, Miss Rodeo Iowa 2009 and Shelby Miss Teen Rodeo Iowa 2009. Right after we crowned our replacements, we went to a local nursing home to met with the residents, and maybe brighten their day. After a quick stop at Taco John's, Aleigh and I were hungry, we headed to the last night of the Tri-State Rodeo. Lindsey, Carly, Shelby, Aleigh, and I took turns chasing out and carrying flags! I had such a great time with all of the girls that week, and wish it could have lasted a little longer!

Thank you to everyone that has made my year such a success! I couldn't possibly have enough gratitude for all that has been done for me! Another big thank you to my sponsors! It made my year so much easier to know that many of my expenses were taken care of! Lastly, thank you to my parents. I don't know how many miles you drove me, how many dollars you spent on me, how many times you tightened my saddle so I wouldn't have to get off in my tight pants, and so much else you did for me. Without you I couldn't have had the amazing experience! I have a few appearances left this year, and after that, this won't be the last you hear from me!

Pictures are here!

Dayton PRCA Rodeo

2008-09-15T13:31:00.000-06:00

Hello All! Hope you are enjoying the early signs of fall! It has been a crazy first couple weeks of school, so I am glad to finally get a moment to catch you up on my Labor Day weekend in Dayton, Iowa. Right after classes I head to Dayton, where my wonderful parents met me with the truck, trailer, and Tankers. I was honored to be parked right next to the arena with all of the big names, Gizmo, Corey Wall, Boyd, and of course the Cervi crew. Thank you so much to Kris Fleener for arranging all of that for me! I had such a blast being introduced, doing a hot lap on Tankers, riding in the grand entry, and chasing out with the Dayton queens! A huge thank you to Karen Madsen for getting some great action photos that weekend! No offense dad, but you might be out of work when she takes my pictures. They took the one of my queens run and me helping with the mutton busting. I might have to say that the picture of my queens run might be my favorite! Tankers loves to go. The entire weekend I was so entertained with Gizmo's acts and hanging around behind the scence with the entire Dayton Rodeo Committee. They had a great parade turn out on Monday, which I was honored to ride in. A big thank you to everyone who helped me out and made my first Dayton experience such a great one!

Miss Teen Rodeo Iowa 2009

2008-09-11T09:55:00.000-06:00

Congratulations to Shelby Chapman of Adel, Iowa. She is Miss Teen Rodeo Iowa 2009.

During the pageant held Sept. 5 & 6 in Fort Madison, Iowa, Shelby also won the horsemanship award. Kara Telfer of Underwood, IA was named first runner up along with winning the speech award, photogenics, Larry Roberts Rodeo Spirit award and Miss Congeniality.

Nevada, Iowa Lincoln Highway Days

2008-08-25T10:17:00.001-06:00

After a busy week in Ames doing recruitment for my sorority, Pi Beta Phi, I made the short trek to Nevada for their annual Lincoln Highway Days and rodeo. Heartland Rodeo Company was the stock contractor. Dad drove Tankers down and I met them there. With perfect weather, John and Jeep put on a great show, with tons of contestants. My highlight of the weekend happened on Saturday night however...I got to ride on a stage coach! Not once, not twice, but for several short trips! I was even on when there was four horses! Both nights of rodeo I got to chase back cattle with one of the pick-up men, Glen. Tank even walked away this weekend with a brand new bronc halter, but of course it has some pink rhinestones on it. I was very excited to have some of my Iowa State friends come to watch Saturday too. Thank you to everyone who made my Nevada trip so fun! A HUGE thanks to my dad for bringing my horse up and helping get him ready.

Headed to Missouri

2008-08-21T16:56:00.000-06:00

I moved back to Ames the week of the 11th, so dad came through to pick me up on our way to Downing, Missouri. Once we got there we walked around and set up. Once I was all ready to go I headed up on Tank to warm him up. I was so honored to get to be so involved: carrying the American Flag, leading grand entry, chasing out, helping with the kids event, and doing the closing ceremonies. The Downing Rodeo Committe was so great, and so welcoming! If you ever have a chance to visit their rodeo, go for it. During the day Saturday, dad and I had a chance to catch up on all of the olympic events, clean a saddle, catch up on quite a bit of scrap booking, and even sneak in a little nap! Time just flew by, because soon enough I was back up to the arena warming up. There was two awesome nights for rodeo again this weekend. The weather was gorgeous, the crowd was fantastic, and the livestock were intense. Thank you to the Heartland Rodeo Company for letting me be such a big part of their rodeo, and the Downing Rodeo Committee for being so kind! I hope to come back and visit that rodeo.

State Fair - Cowgirl Queen and Steer Show

2008-08-20T23:37:00.000-06:00

I can't believe August is already here and it is State Fair time! On the 8th, we headed down in the morning for the Cowgirl Queen contest. I had the day to walk around, see the fair, and meet my steer for the Governor's Celebrity Steer Show. Soon enough, it was time for me to start getting ready for the Cowgirl Queen contest. Aleigh rode Tank in for the National Anthem, then I jumped on to warm him up. I happened to be in the third go of the senior division, so I had a while to wait. I had a chance to visit with a lot of the crowd sitting out side watching all of the gorgeous girls warming up their horses. They helped pass my time! Once we got to go in, Tank did an amazing job! I couldn't been more proud of him, we picked up the correct leads, had a pretty and slow trot, and had a decent head set! I didn't make the cut, but there were tons of great girls, and great riders. After that was all over, I went and stayed with my sister in West Des Moines. Saturday I got up bright and early to head back to the fairgrounds. I walked around for awhile, met the family I was showing the steer for, and headed to the Iowa Horse Council booth to sign autographs and visit with people. After I changed into what I was wearing to show, we went and visited with everyone around the biggest bull and celebrity steers. I even got to help 'fit' the steer, O'Malley. Next thing I know we were walking into the pavillion, with just me holding a 1400 pound steer in one arm and a pink show stick in the other! O'Malley did awesome! Everyone was surprised I have never shown a steer, let alone led one before! I was so confident in my showing skills, and it paid off when I was announced Showmanship winner. That was my proudest moment this summer! I couldn't wipe the smile off my face even once I was out of the show arena. Congrats to all of the other celebrities showing! I am glad to report that the sale, benefiting the Ronald McDonald House foundations, did so well! It was such an awseome experience!

Sidney and Carson PRCA Rodeos

2008-08-20T22:08:00.000-06:00

On July 29th, I made the 2 hour trek to Sidney for the Sidney Rodeo and Miss Sidney Iowa Rodeo queen contest. Before I went and met up with everyone, I backed my own trailer in! Then I was picked up and headed to downtown Sidney. Then Holly Soucie, Lindsey Arenholtz, Aleigh Beahm, and I headed to the rodeo grounds for a radio interview, and then back to the Miss Sidney Iowa Rodeo competition. The girls gave some great speeches and did such a great job modeling. I am glad I wasn't a judge! It was great to see so many past Miss Rodeo Sidneys there as well! After that portion of the pageant we walked up the street to the museum and the drug store. It was so neat to see all of the history of Sidney, Iowa. There must be something with me and rain, because about parade time it started raining. All of the contestants, Lindsey Arenholtz (Miss Rodeo Aksarben), Aleigh Beahm (Miss Rodeo Iowa), Rachel Bergen (Miss Rodeo ISU), and myself tried covering our hats and outfits, but soon discovered it was just as fun in the rain. Thank goodness for Rachel Bergen, who rode beside me during most of the parade, because good old Tankers decided he wanted to put on a show! Next it was the much anticipated coronation, congrats to Morgan for winning Miss Sidney Iowa Rodeo 2009. Before we knew it, it was rodeo time. I was honored to get to chase out with Morgan and be in the arena! We also helped with mutton busting and then had a chance to sit back and enjoy the best sport on dirt. On Wednesday I helped Morgan get ready for her pictures, went with them for that and then ate lunch with her and Kim Skillet. Tankers and I spent some quality time together too, since he had some time off in early July! Then it was rodeo time, where I chased out, helped with the mutton busting, and kicked back and enjoyed the rodeo. Thursday, I had a little time before I needed to head to Carson. It was great to catch up with her and talk about some of our awesome summer adventures. I also got the call about the Governor's Charity Steer Show here too! After Aleigh and I had lunch it was off to Carson for me. Once in Carson, Dave, was nice enough to back my trailer in for me, because there wasn't quite as much room as in Sidney. I got all settled in and ready for the rodeo. Before the rodeo started I took time to visit the hospitality tent which was awesome!! For the grand entry I was a post, riding one of the stock contractors beautiful black and white paint horses. Then it was back to Tankers for a queens run. The rest of the night I chased out and helped with the many mutton busters! I even got to carry event sponsor flags! Tank got a work out but we loved every minute of it. The next two nights I was joined by Lindsey Arenholtz and we shared the duties! Friday night, Amanda Eason came and stayed with me to be my chaperone! We hung out in the trailer and watched a movie...until Amanda fell asleep!! Saturday they had a parade, in which Lindsey and I rode in. It was so neat, because you ride up one side of main street and down the other! Then it was rodeo time! I was honored to get to carry the American flag during the National Anthem. With more chasing out and mutton busting it made for a very full week! A huge thank you to the Carson Rodeo committee! Also to the judges who made my weekend so much fun! I even learned the story behind of their nicknames, "Chillidog"! This was for sure one of my most memorable weeks!

Lenox, Iowa Rodeo

2008-08-20T21:58:00.000-06:00

Right from Centerville, we headed to Lenox...in a tropical storm! It was pouring rain when we stopped in Creston for a radio interview, where I met Katie Stark, the reigning Miss Rodeo Lenox. From the radio station we continued in the heavy rain to Lenox, where it looked as if the Miss Rodeo Lenox contestants for 2009, we going to get soaked in horsemanship. Their schedule was changed a bit, in hopes the rain would at least slow down. I was honored to be at there luncheon, get to model, and even tell a little bit about my year. Once the rain slowed down they hurried to get horsemanship done. The four wonderful contestants for Miss Rodeo Lenox 2009 were: Courtney Stark, Suzzette Walker, Lakoda Kelber, and Kara Telfer. Congrats to Courtney Stark, you will represent them well. A huge thank you to Heather Beck and the rest of the Lenox Rodeo Committee for everything, especially the showers at the high school! It is no wonder that they have been named Rodeo of the Year so many times!

Heartland Rodeo - Centerville, Iowa

2008-08-20T21:53:00.000-06:00

Without wasting another minute being ill, my dad and I headed to Centerville Iowa. During the Appanoose County Fair, Hearland Rodeo Company puts on a rodeo. With time during the day, it is great to check out their county fair and view all of their exhibits. Little did I know during their cattle show, that it would be the last chance I had to watch cattle be shown before I headed to State Fair for the Governor's Celebrity Steer Show! My favorite part of this rodeo, however, was the trick riders! For some reason it inspired me to want to trick ride. All I want for Christmas, at least right now, is a trick riding saddle. Mom, however, is not sold on the idea....yet! John and Jeep did a great job, and they drew an awesome crowd. They put on a spectacular performance both nights!

Extreme Bulls - Red Oak and Bedford, Iowa

2008-08-20T21:46:00.000-06:00

Wow, I finally have time to catch you all up on how the rest of my summer is going! After my stay in the hospital, it took no time at all for me to be back on my feet and in my cowboy boots. July 18th (my dad's birthday), we headed to Red Oak, Iowa for one of the Extreme Bull Tour stops. The show, put on my Todd Crase and his crew, was awesome as usual. Another great thing about them is, they put on a 50/50 raffle with all the proceds going to breast cancer awarness. Last year they raised well over $4,000 dollars! I was lucky to be joined by the Montgomery County Fair royalty as well. The next night we traveled to Bedford, Iowa, where again I was surrounded by the Taylor County Fair royalty. I helped sell raffle tickets, and between the two nights we raised over $600! A HUGE thank you to Todd Crase for letting me come to his events, they are such a blast, and if you ever have the chance I would recommend you go and watch!

July is flying by!

2008-07-16T09:45:00.001-06:00

Well, I have decided to catch you all up on why I haven't been anywhere yet in July! On the morning of July 3rd, I was at work like normal (at a vet clinic), and I was out on a call with one of the veterinarians, when all of a sudden I started sweating and I got severe stomach pains. I was rushed to the nearest emergency room. Well, after several hours, tests, x-rays, cat scans, etc., I was taken to another larger hospital. I was there for only a few minutes when the doctor decided it would be best if I were take to Clarkson Hospital in Omaha. At that point I was very bummed because I wasn't going to make it to the Exira rodeo, but I was determined to be at the next weeks events. After much pain, more tests, and an MRI, I was diagnosed with Pancreatitus. The doctors made it very clear that I wouldn't be making it to rodeos anytime soon. Long story short, I spent 12 days in Omaha. I am happy to report, that my family and I got home yesterday afternoon. I can't thank my parents enough for sticking it through with me at the hospital. Thank you to everyone for the cards, flowers, visits, gifts, thoughts, and prayers. I can't wait to hit the rodeo road again! Hope to see you all this weekend at Extreme Bulls!

Lake City, Iowa Heartland Rodeo

2008-06-30T19:15:00.000-06:00

Right after getting back from Mexico we headed to Lake City, Iowa for their annual rodeo. This was a big rodeo for my family because it was our first trip in my(our!) new trailer. We got there Saturday in time for the parade, where I rode with the Top Rail Saddle Club. I was honored to be surrounded by more royalty, sisters, Genelle and Ashely Holly. Genelle is the Top Rail Saddle Club Senior Queen, and Ashley is the Top Rail Saddle Club Junior Queen. After the parade we had sometime to hang out and relax, but before I knew it, it was rodeo time. Heartland Rodeo Company provided the stock, and they put on a spectacular show. The specailty act was the Dusty and Rawhide show. Dusty rode Rawhide all the way to the top of the trailer and was very handy with the bull whip. It was amazing! Ashley Holly and I had the chance to chase out Saturday, and Genelle and I did Sunday night. Except for a little rain on Saturday is was an awesome rodeo weekend. A huge thank you to everyone in Lake City that helped me out and to those that helped put on the rodeo.

Miss Dallas County Fair Rodeo Queen

2008-06-30T19:06:00.000-06:00

On Friday, June, 20th, my mom Deb and I headed down to Adel for the first annual Miss Dallas county Fair Rodeo Queen pageant. There were two great contestants running this year: Kara Telfer and Shelby Chapman. I was honored to judge this tough competition. Callie McCauley, this pageant coordinator, did an amazing job! Congrats to Callie for a wonderful pageant and to Shelby Chapman for capturing the title. Unfortunately I couldn't stick around for the rodeo Friday night, because I was leaving for my family vacation in Mexico! I hope everyone had a great time and enjoyed the rodeo! Shelby, I hope to see you at some more rodeos this summer!

Illinois High School Rodeo Finals

2008-06-26T21:52:00.000-06:00

On June 12th, Paula, her friend Sue, and myself made the trek to the Illinois High School Rodeo Finals to judge the Miss Illinois High School Rodeo 2008-2009 pageant. We had a great trip out there despite the rain and near flooding. When we arrived we watched the first rodeo performance before heading to the hotel for the night. It was an early start on Friday for interviews of the four lovely contestants. Then we were off to lunch in a nearby town. After lunch we had a little time before horsemanship. Luckily we avoided the rain for the horsemanship portion. Before we knew it, it was time for the second performance where I was lucky enough to ride in the grand entry, along with Miss Rodeo Illinois 2008, Carly Ray Hagey. If you get the chance be sure to check out her new chaps, they are gorgeous! After the rodeo it was time to hit the hay. Saturday we got up in time to visit the delicious breakfast served on the rodeo grounds just before the modeling, speech, and improptu portion of the competition. After breakfast we were ready to hear the speeches and watch the girls strut their stuff. Soon after the judging was finished Paula, Sue, and I had to hit the road again, because of flooding we took a slight detour through Missouri since I-80 was closed. Congratulations to all of the girls on a job well done and to the new queen, Chelsea Demott. Also congratulations to all of the IHSRA contestants that made it to state finals, and best of luck to all of those going to nationals!

Cherokee

2008-06-02T20:41:00.000-06:00

This last weekend I headed north to Cherokee for their PRCA rodeo. Aleigh and I arrived at about the same time and got our horses all settled in then parked the trailers for the weekend. A huge thanks to Aleigh for backing my trailer in! I am praciticing, but it was taking way too long! Then we got settled into the hotel and headed to HyVee to sign autographs and meet with the community. Next I watched the Miss Cherokee Rodeo Horsemanship before getting ready for the performance. Thursday was a rainy night, with a smaller crowd. All anyone could do is hope for better weather for the weekend. Friday we attended Chamber Coffee, where I was honored to meet Bob Barnes and Tommie Turvie. Then Aleigh, Dani Jo Lange (Miss Rodeo Cherokee 2007), the queen contestants, and myself, along with Kristin Weiland (one of the Cherokee Rodeo board members) headed to the local radio station for interviews. Just before lunch we stopped by and visited one of the Cherokee nursing homes. From there we headed straight to the queens luncheon. Aleigh and I sat right across from Tommie Turvey, and had the chance to ask him about his travels and amazing training skills. I then had some free time to check out Bits and Pieces for a little shopping! Then i went to City Hall for the Miss Cherokee Rodeo interviews. It really gave me a chance to sit down and chat with the contestants, and even answer any questions they had for me. Before we knew it, it was time to crown the next Miss Cherokee Rodeo. Congrats to Jessica! For some kids entertainment there was a calf scramble, then they got the queens involved. I was chased down by one of the calves, and have the bruises to prove it! Then it was rodeo time! Friday had a little rain, but was much drier then Thursday! It was another great show put on by the Barnes family. Saturday morning we got up and helped out at the Exceptional Rodeo. The Exceptional Rodeo is a 'mini' rodeo put on for some special contestants to get a taste of the rodeo world. There was roping, bull riding, goat tying, and horse riding station. At the end each contestant won a trophy! This whole experience made it worth while. I met some very special people, Dick (aka Roy Rogers!), Bruce, Kelly, and so many more! This is something I will never forget. Aleigh and I went straight to lunch at the Depot (once we stopped and asked for directions!). It was parade time! There was such a great crowd turn out and beautiful weather! Aleigh and I found a few minutes after the parade to make a Dairy Queen Trip with our parents for a little cool down and then were headed straight back to the rodeo grounds to get ready for the final performance. Saturday was gorgeous weather, sold out crowd, and a great rodeo. Tommie Turvey was the entertainment and the Barnes had excellent stock. After the show and autograph signing we packed up and headed home! A huge thanks to the Cherokee Rodeo Board, and especially Kristin Weiland for showing us around. Another thanks to Al Landa for helping out Thursday and Friday when my parents weren't there! Everyone was so helpful and friendly, Thanks!

Tivoli Fest

2008-06-02T19:33:00.000-06:00

On May 25th, I had the short drive to Elk Horn, Iowa for the anual Tivoli Fest Parade. I was honored to ride in the parade, it was so nice to see so many people along the route that I knew. After the parade I had the chance to visit with several people, and chow down on some delicious 'ebleskiver', which, to me, is just like a small round pancake. It was a great time and had beautiful weather!

Nevada, Iowa Preschool visit

2008-05-20T20:32:00.000-06:00

So much has happened since I last posted! I finished my first year at Iowa State University, which is very exciting! I got an internship at the Audubon-Manning Veterinary Clinic (AMVC) in Audubon, Iowa, in a veterinary techinician-like position. I moved back home to the farm, I missed the smell of the animals and the fresh air! Right after I finished finals I headed to the preschool in Nevada for the day. It was 'Rodeo' themed week, and what better then to have some real life cowboys and cowgirls stop by for a visit. Earlier in the week they had the cowboy, so it was my turn. I took in my gorgeous chaps, pictures of Tank (Tankers), and was all decked out which made their day. I greeted the kids at the door then went around to each individual group and told them what I do, and allowed time for some very interesting questions. Many of the students asked what I ate, where I lived, where my horse was, if I rode Tank there, etc. One little boy told me all about his mouth wash even! Kids say the darnest things I guess. I was lucky enough to walk away with over twenty drawings, and a button! A huge thank you to all the teachers, teachers aides, the principal, and the students and their parents. They showed me Nevada and gave me an excellent lunch from a local resturant. I am getting all geared up for the rodeo season to be in full swing. I will be in Elk Horn, Iowa this weekend for the Tivoli Fest Parade, hope to see you there! Enjoy this beautiful weather!

Tuff-N-Nuff Rodeo

2008-04-28T10:03:00.000-06:00

The weekend after the Iowa Horse Fair I headed to Fort Dodge for the Tuff-N-Nuff Rodeo put on by Johnny, Peggy, and Levi Hopkins. When I arrived Friday after my classes, Johnny, Sean "Boom Boom" Thompson, and the other bull fighters, headed to the local feed store to sign autographs and meet fellow rodeo fans. After that we headed to the rodeo grounds. I was Peggy's go-to-girl helping out with whatever she needed. Between handing out programs, greeting people, helping with the stick horse race or sheep scramble, doing raffle drawings, or throwing out shirts it was a busy weekend. Some of my friends from school even made the drive to watch a great rodeo! I was there both Friday and Saturday nights and they put on a great, family oriented show. A huge thanks to Johnny, Peggy, and Levi, you guys made this a great experience for me!

Iowa Horse Fair

2008-04-13T18:58:00.000-06:00

Here we are: Miss URA, Aleigh Beahm Miss Rodeo Iowa, and Sierra a junior princess.
Scott England came and visited the Iowa Horse Fair for the first time!

What an eventful weekend this has been in Des Moines at the Iowa Horse Fair! Friday after my classes I headed to the state fair grounds for the weekend. I met up with Bobbie Hinds in the Varied Industries building and signed autographs while visiting with people. Then I headed over to the horse barns to help my dad get Tankers (Tank) ready to carry the American Flag during the beginning of the Bulls and Barrels event. Tuff-N-Nuff Rodeo is put on by Johnny, Peggy and Levi Hopkins. They are such nice people and put on a great show. Saturday night it was said that they broke attendance in the Pavillion for their event! I hope to see them down the rodeo road. Aftert the National Anthem Aleigh Beahm and I (who both just celebrated birthdays!) walked around and chatted it up with the crowd. Saturday we were back bright and early, ready for another very funfilled day. We started out the day in the Varied Industries building. After lunch we made queens runs in the Pavillion on the very excited Tankers. In the afternoon Aleigh and I divided up, she went to judge the grooming team while I was incharge of the stick horse contest. A huge thanks to the Iowa Buckskin Queen, National Buckskin Queen, Miss URA, and Suzy Fife, Miss Teen Rodeo Lenox for helping me out with all of the cowboys and cowgirls. We had the contestants run a barrel pattern which was very entertaining! Right after that I had to leave for the day to attend my sisters Senior Recital at Simpson College. Aleigh and I were back at it Sunday morning, but we started out the morning doing a little shopping. We enjoyed the day with visiting royalty as you can see in my picture. I was also honored to get my picture with Scott England. He is an amazing singer from Georgia, getting his first taste of the horse world! The Iowa Horse Council put on an amazing horse fair and did a great job! Another thanks for Johnny and Peggy Hopkins for letting me ride before their bulls and barrels! Get ready because rodeo season is right around the corner! Stay warm!

Miss URA 2008 Coronation

2008-03-24T17:28:00.000-06:00

Hello All! After a busy, but fun Spring Break I headed to Hamilton, Missouri with the one and only Paula Jameson for the Miss URA coronation. I met Paula at her house, and we finsished the drive together. A huge congrats to Amy Hudlemeyer, Miss United Rodeo Association 2008. She had a very successful evening, with some amazing cooking by her grandma! Amy and her mother put on a great coronation, and I hope to be seeing her down the road this summer! Well, it is time to study more, but I am getting very excited to get into the full swing of things, starting with the Iowa Horse Fair in April. I hope to see you all there.

Flying February!

2008-03-08T19:48:00.000-06:00

Hello all! I can't believe that it is already March, February just flew on by! During the month of February I attended the Shelby County Cattlemen's Banquet and the Miss Rodeo Iowa Clinic. The Cattlemen's Banquet was very successful all around. I was honored to be one of sixteen to earn a scholarship, and they also sponsored me for Miss Teen Rodeo Iowa. I walked around with auction items, and trophies for next year's county fair cattle show, and spent the evening talking to everyone since I hadn't been around home for a while.

The next weekend I didn't have to leave my college 'home town' of Ames for the Miss Rodeo Iowa Clinic. This year the clinic was led by Megan Wiemold and Amanda Eason, both former Miss Rodeo Iowa title holders. Several former and current title holders were present, along with several commitee members. Bobbie Hinds and Paula Jameson made the trek to Ames, even with the oncoming snow. I had a great time with all of the Illinois girls, and may have even influenced a future Cyclone! Megan and Amanda did a great job! I learned so much in two days! I came home for the weekend, which allowed time for me to catch up and let you all know what I have been up to. I hope you enjoy March(I do, my birthday is the 28th)!

Welcome Home Tyler!

2008-01-27T12:11:00.000-06:00

Last night I was honored to be a guest at Tyler Ford's welcome home party after he spent several months in the hospital recovering from Guillain-Baare Syndrome. Aleigh Beahm (MRI) and I surprised Tyler before all of the guests arrived. Tyler sold us for dances, and we were able to help raise more money for his ongoing medical expenses! He is an amazing young man (and a Cyclone fan), and I want to wish him the best in his recovery! A big thanks to Paula for setting this up for us.

Iowa Horse Council Annual Meeting

2008-01-27T12:02:00.000-06:00

The day after the clinic, I attended the Iowa Horse Council Annual Meeting, right here in Ames! I helped hand out door prizes, was involved with discussion groups, and helped with check in. I liked it so much, I became a member of the Iowa Horse Council. They are such a great organization that encompass all aspects of Iowa's vast equine industry.

A huge thanks to Sally Blount, who took me under her wing for the day, and made sure I felt right at home! Sally was a judge at the Miss Rodeo Iowa 2008 pageant.

IHC President Bill Paynter

Miss Dallas County Fair Rodeo Queen Clinic

2008-01-27T11:46:00.000-06:00

On January 12th I had the opportunity to attend the Miss Dallas County Fair Rodeo Queen Clinic. It was put on by Callie McCauley, and she did an amazing job! Lindsey Arenholtz (Miss Rodeo Aksarben) was also there to lend a helping hand. We went over the basics of a pageant and answered any questions they had. It was so much fun. I wish all of those girls the best of luck in their rodeo queen adventures!

Coronation 2008

2008-01-24T08:17:00.000-06:00

Hello everyone,
This is my first post, so we will see how it goes! Wow, 2008 is already flying by, it is already the end of January! I kick started my year in Dunlap, being crowned Miss Teen Rodeo Iowa 2008, along with Aleigh Beahm, Miss Rodeo Iowa 2008. There was an amazing turn out, and I would like to thank everyone that could make it! I even had friends from make the long drive to come! There were several other royalty there: Amanda Eason (MRI '07), Suzette Walker (MTRI '07), Lindsey Arenholtz, Caitlin Wilkerson, Hollie Soucie, Katie Stark, Carly Hagey, Amy Hudlemeyer, Charity Howk, and Suzie Fife. Again thank you to everyone that came and made that night such a success. In the picture I am with Charlotte Lotenschtein before I was crowned. Well I am off to class, but check back soon and I fill you in on what I have been up to so far!

Welcome!

2008-01-15T12:02:00.001-06:00

What an exciting year Rachel has embarked upon. Check back frequently as she shares stories from the road as she travels throughout Iowa to promote the western way of life and the great sport of rodeo.