Little Cowboy & Cowgirls
In this adorable rodeo event for young kids, children ride on the back of a sheep to see who can stay on the longest.
What is Mutton Busting?
This long, coiled rope with a loop at the end is used by cowboys to catch stray cattle.
What is a lasso (or lariat)?
The Tri-State Rodeo takes place in this Iowa town along the Mississippi River.
What is Fort Madison?
This large male farm animal with horns is famous for being the toughest roughstock ride in the rodeo.
What is a bull?
Cowboys wear this wide-brimmed hat to keep the sun out of their eyes.
What is a cowboy hat?
Cowboys and cowgirls wear these tall, sturdy shoes with raised heels to help their feet stay securely in stirrups.
What are cowboy boots?
Spanish vaqueros taught American cowboys many skills; the Spanish word rodear means to do this to cattle.
What is round up (or surround)?
Every September, people line this street in Fort Madison to watch the big Rodeo Parade.
What is Avenue G?
Before getting full-sized horses, many young riders start out riding these smaller horses.
What are ponies?
These metal rings hanging from the saddle hold the rider's feet.
What are stirrups?
This piece of gear sits on top of a horse's back to give the rider a comfortable seat.
What is a saddle?
This animal, often called a "bronco," is known for bucking and jumping when a rider gets on its back.
What is a wild horse (or bronc)?
You can buy a special colorful pin that lets you enter pre-rodeo events like chili suppers and breakfasts.
What is a rodeo button?
These small, quick farm animals are used in youth tying competitions at the Lil' Spurs Rodeo.
What are goats?
Cowboys wear this giant metal prize around their waist instead of a trophy.
What is a belt buckle?
Instead of a horse, riders in this speed event use a stick with a horse's head attached to race around a course.
What is a stick-horse race?
Young cows under one year old are called this.
What are calves?
Kids dress up in their best Western clothes to compete for these royalty titles during pre-rodeo week.
What are Little Miss Rodeo and All-Around Cowboy?
A female horse is called a mare, while a male horse is called this.
What is a stallion?
These leather pants covers protect a cowboy's legs from brush, ropes, and horns.
What are chaps (pronounced "shaps")?
A newborn or young horse under one year old is called by this four-letter name.
What is a foal?
Cowboys often gather around this outdoor fire at night to cook dinner and sing songs.
What is a campfire?
The "Tri-State" area includes Iowa, Illinois, and this neighboring state just across the river.
What is Missouri?
This farm animal is covered in thick wool that gets sheared to make warm clothes.
What is a sheep?
The long leather straps attached to the horse's head that the rider holds to steer are called this.
What are the reins?