What is the Real Cowboy Association (RCA)?

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For many years, the Real Cowboy Association has been organizing high-caliber events for men, women and even teens and younger to participate and compete in.

While there are other organizations that make similar efforts, the fact is that the RCA is among the most reputable of these organizations simply due to the fact that the organization brings together some of the top rodeo and cowboy event professionals in the industry.

With a closer look at what you can expect from the RCA and its scheduled events, you may make plans to attend one of these events in the near future.

The Tour

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The Real Cowboy Association has been hosting a national tour for many years, and the tour provides cowboys and cowgirls with the opportunity to compete against each other in an area close to home in a wide range of events, like bull riding and calf roping. The tour dates are scheduled and announced well ahead of time, and those who wish to participate at the local events can register to do so. There is also a famous championship event scheduled at the end of the tour season, and those who performed well at the local events are invited to the championship event. The championship competition is among the most well respected and noteworthy events in rodeo and some of the top rodeo champions in the world have participated in these events over the years.

Why RCA is So Important

RCA may be just one of the organizations that host rodeo events each year, but this organization and its events stand apart from the rest.

Because of how widespread and popular RCA is, the fact is that it does join together many rodeo contestants who may otherwise not be able to participate in events. This is because it has tour events scheduled at some of the less populated or more rural areas that other organizations do not visit with their tours. The goal of RCA is to make rodeo competitions more accessible to all who may want to participate.

Whether you would like to watch rodeo competitions or you think you are ready to compete at a local competition in your choice of events, you can review the tour dates for the Real Cowboy Association for the coming year. Because of the number of events scheduled, there is a good chance that there is an event scheduled close to where you live.

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.