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42nd Annual Cowboy Downhill in Steamboat Springs 2016

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]For more than 40 years, the Annual Cowboy Downhill in Steamboat Springs has been a must-see event for the cowboy or cowgirl in you. This famous PRCA event Hosted by the Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund coincides with the National Western Stock Show and Rodeo in Colorado, making it one of the top events in the state for rodeo enthusiasts. It allows you the chance to see your favorite cowboy or cowgirl compete in events like skiing or snowboarding. It brings together professionals from the American 300 Foundation, the NWSS, the Wrangler Western National Patriot Tour and even the GoPro Bomb Squad for memorable and fun times.

CLN’s Patrick “O’D” O’Donnell and World Champion and Hall of Fame Bull Rider Charlie Sampson

The NWSS, or the National Western Stock Show and Rodeo, is a treasured PRCA event in Steamboat Springs, and these events begin on January 8. The Annual Cowboy Downhill is the inspiration of Billy Kidd and Larry Mahan, who decided 42 years ago that some of the top PRCA cowboy and cowgirl star would like to compete in snowboarding and skiing activities after the NWSS. The Cowboy Downhill event has been a top event ever since then. Altogether, this event typically brings in more than 100 rodeo competitors for different skiing and snowboarding activities in Steamboat. It follows an event that is part of the Wrangler Western National Patriot Tour and that supports the American 300 Foundation. At the 2015 event, the GoPro Bomb Squad also attended the festivities, and many people loved the added fun element that the GoPro Bomb Squad brought to the event.

GoPro’s Dan Kelsay and CLN’s Aaron Kuhl at the 41st Annual Cowboy Downhill in Steamboat Springs

Just as the Cowboy Lifestyle Network covers the National Western Sock Show and Rodeo, it will also cover this special event. The event takes place on Stampede on January 18. The events run all day, and there is a free concert with a guest who has not yet been announced. The concert will be held after the rodeo skiing and snowboarding events conclude. The GoPro Bomb Squad will also support this Colorado event this year.

Miss Rodeo America 2016 Katherine Merck

Whether you want to continue to support the American 300 Foundation and the Wrangler Western National Patriot Tour or you want to see some of your favorite PRCA stars from the National Western Stock Show and Rodeo compete with skiing and snowboarding activities, the Cowboy Downhill is an event you do not want to miss.
You can purchase your tickets to see this event in Steamboat, and make plans to stay until the end so that you can enjoy the free concert later in the evening in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.
Follow the action as it unfolds this year by tuning into CowboyLifestyleNetwork.com, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google+, Pinterest, Tumblr and YouTube.[/vc_column_text][vc_masonry_media_grid grid_id=”vc_gid:1452702882902-8f6f14a7-b138-2″ include=”23909,23910,23911,23912,23913,23914,23915,23916,23917,23918,23919,23920,23921,23922,23923,23924,23925,23926,23927,23928,23929,23930,23931,23932,23933,23934,23935,23936,23937,23938,23939,23940,23941,23942,23943,23944,23945,23946,23947,23948,23949,23950,23951,23952,23953,23954,23955,23956,23871,23872,23873,23874,23875,23883,23882,23881,23880,23879,23878,23877,23876,23884,23885,23886,23887,23896,23895,23894,23892,23897,23888,23889,23890,23891,23900,23899,23898,23908,23907,23906,23905,23904,23903,23902,23901″][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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.