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“Buckin’ By the River”: Redding Rodeo x The Fly Shop®

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Warmer weather is bringing out the best-of-the-best rodeo fun across the United States! From the west coast to the east, spring and summer mean one thing for the western world… rodeo time! So saddle up as we head to the Golden State for the 76th Annual Redding Rodeo this May 15th-18th.

Thank you to all of the incredible sponsors of the Redding Rodeo!

Photos Courtesy of Cowboy Lifestyle Network

Photos Courtesy of Cowboy Lifestyle Network

Rich History

A ProRodeo Hall of Fame inductee, the Redding Rodeo is well-known for its rich history and penchant for a record-breaking moment in the arena, one such moment being Lane Frost’s triumph over the infamous ProRodeo Hall of Fame bull, Red Rock. The Redding Rodeo Committee is proud to present another year of top-notch PRCA action in 2024. 

Full Performance Schedule: Mark those Calendars!

  • Wednesday, May 15th: Redding Rodeo Extreme Bull Riding
    • Native American Heritage Night
    • Gates Open: 5:00 pm
    • Performance: 7:00 pm
  • Thursday, May 16th: Redding Rodeo
    • Family Night
    • Gates Open: 5:00 pm
    • Performance: 7:00 pm
  • Friday, May 17th: Redding Rodeo
    • Tuff Enough to Wear Pink
    • Gates Open: 5:00 pm
    • Performance: 7:00 pm
  • Saturday, May 18th: Redding Rodeo
    • Armed Forces Night
    • Gates Open: 5:00 pm
    • Performance: 7:00 pm

Redding Rodeo x The Fly Shop®

Located right next to the bubbling Sacramento River, Redding is the perfect location for those interested in the outdoors. Whether you prefer cowboy boots in arena dirt or wading boots while fly fishing, Redding is the perfect place for the outdoorsman!

Photo Courtesy of The Fly Shop®

Internationally recognized for their expertise in fly fishing innovation for over four decades. Cowboy Lifestyle Network had the privilege to speak to The Fly Shop® ’s very own Director of Outfitters- Guide Service, Private Waters, and Schools & Camps, Bryan Quick.

CLN Q1. Please tell our audience about The Fly Shop® and the impact it has on the town of Redding.

Bryan: “The Fly Shop® has been outfitting fly fishers in Northern California and around the world for more than 45 years. We guide the local rivers and streams primarily for Rainbow Trout including the Sacramento River right here in town, and many fly anglers have caught the fish of a lifetime right underneath the Sundial Bridge launching at the famous Posse Grounds boat ramp right next to the Redding Rodeo Grounds. We bring nearly 5,000 people annually to Redding and the surrounding areas to fly fish with our guides alone, and countless others who stop by the shop to fish all of the great places we have here in the north state.

A funny story, we are currently doing some improvements to the building of The Fly Shop® and had to take one of our signs and our giant metal rainbow trout off so that we can replace the siding on the freeway side of our building. The day those were removed, we received over 20 calls asking if we had gone out of business. At least 10 of those callers stated that The Fly Shop® is more iconic in Redding than the Sundial Bridge.”

Miss Redding Rodeo 2024 | The Fly Shop – Photo Courtesy of Redding Rodeo

CLN Q2. How does it feel to be partnering with the Redding Rodeo? What makes this partnership unique?

Bryan: “The Fly Shop® is and has always been very supportive of the Redding Rodeo. Many of our staff and friends here in town attend the Redding Rodeo annually. The owners of The Fly Shop® attend the pancake breakfast every year as well as purchase a box for the Thursday night event. We even reached out to them last year as we noticed they were a sponsor short and inquired about becoming a sponsor.

Given its iconic status, and being right next to the most prolific Rainbow Trout tailwater in America, many who come for the rodeo may not be aware they have an opportunity to fish a Blue Ribbon trout stream and land a trophy Rainbow. Mid-May is one of the best times to fish as well, so we’d be happy to steer anyone out here for the rodeo in the right direction to any of the great streams in our area if they would like to wet a line. We have also had discussions with the leaders of the rodeo to offer discounts to the participants for guided fly fishing trips during their time in Redding.”

Photo Courtesy of Redding Rodeo

CLN Q3. What are some of your personal favorites that The Fly Shop® has to offer?

Bryan: “We literally have everything you would ever need here in the shop to fly fish for trout, bass, salmon, tuna, or literally any species of fish you could think of. We also book and outfit fly fishers for international trips to chase exotic species of fish in South America, the Bahamas, Africa, and many other places around the globe.

The Fly Shop owner, Mike Michalak, chose Redding to start his fly fishing company due to the amazing opportunities for fly fishing in the area. But, for us, a guided trip on a drift boat for wild Rainbow Trout here on the Sacramento River is as good as it gets. You can hook a lot of fish, and seeing the river up close and personal on a drift boat while an expert sets up your rod is super fun. And these fish can fight! Better bring your A-Game!”

Photo Courtesy of The Fly Shop®

CLN Q4. Are there any closing thoughts you’d like to share regarding The Fly Shop® and the Redding Rodeo?

Bryan: “We welcome the rodeo fans each year and look forward to this particular event every single year. We love our town and one of the reasons we all live here is the fishing and the amazing outdoor opportunities here in Northern California. It really is a special place!”

Photos Courtesy of Cowboy Lifestyle Network

Taryn Cantrell

Taryn Cantrell is an Arizona native who has spent many hours in the rodeo arena. Having grown up barrel racing, serving as the 2017 Gilbert Days Rodeo Queen and as a member of the Cowgirls Historical Foundation, Taryn is passionate about her western heritage and all things rodeo. When she’s not on horseback, Taryn can be found playing her bass guitar, painting, and performing around Phoenix with her band. Taryn is a graduate of Arizona State University with her Bachelor's Degree in Vocal Performance. Taryn is proud to combine her love of the arts with her love of rodeo and has been honored to sing The National Anthem at various rodeos across the beautiful state of Arizona. Alongside her love for art and music, preserving her western heritage and promoting the sport of rodeo are just two of Taryn’s many passions. Taryn is so honored to share her love of rodeo with Cowboy Lifestyle Network’s wonderful audience.

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