Eagle County Fair and Rodeo 2017

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Eagle County Fair and Rodeo 2017 in Colorado will take place this year between July 19th and 22nd; this PRCA event is sure to be filled with excitement, action and fun. It happens at the Eagle County Fairgrounds, not far from I-70. You can fly into the Eagle County Regional Airport on non-stop flights from Denver. In addition to the lively rodeo, there will be a Junior Livestock Auction. Bring the whole family for a day of action-packed festivities and fun.
History
With its beginnings in 1939, the Eagle County Fair and Rodeo has always featured friendship and competition. It was first held on the Eagle School grounds. Wives of the contestants and organizers displayed canned goods, preserves and needlework. A football game and dance were also part of the planned fun.
Events
Some of the popular events to take place at the Eagle County Fair and Rodeo
include:

Bull riding
Steer wrestling
Bareback riding
Barrel racing
Saddle bronc
Team roping
Livestock auction

There will also be the favorite Mutton Bustin’ for kids 5 to 8, with safety helmets required. “Tough Enough to Wear Pink” night, sponsored by Wrangler, is scheduled for Friday, July 22nd; proceeds will go to the Shaw Regional Cancer Center. You’re encouraged to wear pink, while dressing like the cowboys and contestants.
Cowboys and cowgirls will be putting their skills to the test at this PRCA event.
Tickets
Tickets to the Eagle County Fair and Rodeo are available online. Adults pay $20 and Seniors pay $15. Children under 3 are free and children 4 through 12 are $1. The ticket office locations at the fairgrounds are open July 19 – 22, 5 p.m – 9:30 p.m.
Charities and 4-H
Each year the Eagle County Fair and Rodeo partners with one of the local non-profit organizations to offer the rodeo experience to local families. This year the clients from the Bright Future Foundation and their Buddy Mentors will be enjoying the rodeo. Contributions from this PRCA rodeo are made to the “Saddle Up” program.
The 4-H Club encourages citizenship, leadership and skills for life. Young people make new friends while learning new skills to become leaders. Participants in 4-H will be part of the Livestock Auction and will be putting their 4-H knowledge and business learning to use.
Covering all the fun and excitement of the rodeo will be the media team from Cowboy Lifestyle Network, Ak-Chin Indian Community, Earnhardt Auto Centers and Papa John’s Road Team.[/vc_column_text][vc_masonry_media_grid element_width=”6″ grid_id=”vc_gid:1498079659828-b6e33efa-e6f8-10″ include=”35053,35054,35055,35056″][vc_single_image image=”27253″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” >

Aaron Kuhl

Aaron Kuhl is a passionate advocate for the western lifestyle, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to his role as Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Cowboy Lifestyle Network (CLN). Growing up as an Arizona native, with a mother who worked for Wrangler Western for over 30 years, Aaron was immersed in the cowboy culture from a young age. Aaron and his sister Heather grew up watching rodeos, as their grandfather and uncle were PRCA ProRodeo cardholders. This early exposure has given him a profound understanding and appreciation for the western way of life. Aaron went to Corona del Sol High School in Tempe, AZ, then to the University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ, where he received a Bachelor of Science after creating his own major. This unique course of study wove together Business Marketing, Geography, Sociology, Philosophy, and Religion. After graduating from the University of Arizona, Aaron joined CLN in its nascent stages, contributing to its growth and development over the past decade. As COO, Aaron manages operations, using AI to streamline processes and analyze data, ensuring CLN remains a leading voice. With expertise in business development, he innovates and cultivates client relationships, supporting CLN’s exponential growth. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Aaron values his faith, family, and friends, which are the cornerstones of his life. This personal foundation, combined with his professional expertise, makes him a trusted and authoritative voice in the western lifestyle community. Aaron’s commitment to philanthropy is the bedrock of his personal ethos. He actively supports local Arizona organizations such as the Boys & Girls Club, Chandler Compadres, Horses Help, Harris Brothers Charity Foundation, and the American Heart Association (among others), reflecting his dedication to giving back and strengthening the community he calls home. Through his work, Aaron aims to preserve and promote the traditions of the west, ensuring that the spirit of the cowboy lives on for future generations.