California Rodeo Salinas July 20th – 23rd 2017

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Rodeo Starts Thursday July 20 & Ends Sunday July 23, 2017

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[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Learn More” color=”danger” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcowboylifestylenetwork.com%2Ffree-salinas-rodeo-tickets%2F||target:%20_blank|”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The excitement heats up when the professional rodeo comes town at the Salinas Sports Complex on July 20. Experience all the thrills and chills during the four-day, 2017 California Rodeo Salinas event, which features evening PRCA competitions on the 20th and 21st followed by day time eliminations on the 22nd and 23rd. The California Rodeo Salinas is also special in that the event donates hundreds of thousands of dollars to local non-profit organizations and provides scholarships to area youth.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]

The California Rodeo Salinas has a huge economic impact on local businesses, and also benefits local non-profits each year.

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The competition began in 1911 and was originally known as the Wild West Show. One year later, 4,000 spectators watched as cowboys and cowgirls from the community attempted to outdo each others time while riding bucking broncos. By 1914, the annual event was renamed the California Rodeo. During the 1940s, celebrity western stars began attending the event. Brahma bull riding was also introduced into the competition. Since that time, the pageantry, the number of events and competitors have gradually increased.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”35360″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” >The PRCA Competitors
The California Rodeo Salinas in Salinas, CA ranks in the top 20 rodeos presented in the United States. The event attracts more than 700 male and female western competitors from around the country. All compete in hopes of winning part of the approximately $400,000 in cash prizes along with the gold and silver Salinas belt buckle.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Additional Activities and Events
The fun begins long before the Salinas, CA PRCA events begin. On July 14, the carnival opens and rebel rocker Kid Rock performs. On the 15th, all have the chance to attend the Kiddie Kapers and the Colmo del Rodeo parades. July 20th events include a performance by Whiplash the Cowboy Monkey. The mutton busting and stick horse race competitions also begin. Additional events include daily freestyle bullfighting, horse parades and horse shows.
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The sports complex has grandstand and box office tickets available for the Kid Rock concert and daily rodeo events. Tickets are available for the concert and the California Rodeo Salinas at the Salinas Sports Complex Box Office on:
1034 N. Main Street, Salinas, CA
Call: 800-549-4989 for more information
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]About Salinas, California
The city lies just outside of the Bay area along the west-central region of the state. Salinas is also a mere eight miles from the Pacific Coast. Along with the annual rodeo, other local attractions include the Monterey Bay Aquarium, the National Steinbeck Center and Oldtown Salinas.
Media Coverage
Local television stations provide event coverage. The Cowboy Lifestyle Network, the Ak-Chin Indian Community and the Earnhardt Auto Centers Road Team will all be in attendance to capture the action as it unfolds.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_masonry_media_grid grid_id=”vc_gid:1499883939584-c0e81776-e8e4-6″ include=”35135,35136,35137,35138,35139,35140,35141,35142,35143,35144,35145,35146″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”35550″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes” 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.

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