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Rooftop Rodeo 2018 in Estes Park, Colorado

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5xb-Mpcjbk&feature=youtu.be”][vc_column_text]The award-winning Rooftop Rodeo begins at the Stanley Park Fairgrounds on Thursday, July 5 at 7:00 P.M. and wraps up on Tuesday, July 10th. The six-day Estes Park Rodeo event boasts a special theme each night. Along with PRCA the competitors, youngsters will also have the chance to compete in events every afternoon before the professional competitions begin. Enjoy the beautiful Colorado Rocky Mountain views and the excitement of Western tradition.
Rooftop Rodeo History
The first Estes Park Rodeo was recorded in “The Mountaineer” local newspaper in 1908. Cowboys from across Colorado and neighboring states arrived to demonstrate their ranching skills and outdo each other in an event known as a bronco-busting contest. The festivities were scheduled to coincide with the 4th of July weekend and often included a Wild West Show. In 1941, the event became known as the Rooftop Rodeo, as Estes Park stands at an elevation of 7,500 feet above sea level. Thus, the festivities took place at the tallest elevation in the country. The tradition of having rodeo royalty also began in 1941. As actress Lana Turner was scheduled to be in the area during the “Frontier Days” events, she was nominated rodeo queen. However, prior commitments did not allow her to serve. She did honor the community by acting as Grand Marshall in the parade.
Estes Park Rodeo Events
Every evening at 7:00 P.M., the competition commences between the best Western athletes in the world. Cowboys will come up against some of the toughest horses and bulls provided by the Cervi Championship Rodeo stock contractor company in rough-stock and timed events. Spectators can expect to see:
• Bareback and saddle bronc riding
• Barrel racing
• Bull riding
• Steer wrestling
• Tie-down and team roping
The youngest of cowboys and cowgirls will compete each night before PRCA events being in the “cash catch” and the “mutton bustin’” competitions.
On Friday, July 6, all will venture to the downtown area for the annual Rooftop Rodeo Parade at 10:00 A.M. The procession includes elaborately decorated floats, rare vehicles and draft-hitched wagons along with various local organizations, rodeo royalty, clowns and more.
Estes Park Rodeo Tickets
Tickets for the PRCA events are available at the fairgrounds box office or online here. Spectators have the choice of:
• Box Seat & General Admission Tickets-$15 to $30
• Behind the Chutes Tour-$10, children aged 12 and younger-$5
•VIP Experience-$100
The Cowboy Lifestyle Network, the Ak-Chin Indian Community along with the Earnhardt Auto Centers Road Team will be on hand to provide updated coverage of all the fun and festivities.[/vc_column_text][vc_masonry_media_grid grid_id=”vc_gid:1555974543467-04233f2d-1910-2″ include=”42839,42840,42841″][/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 American Heart Association, the Boys & Girls Club, Chandler Compadres, Horses Help, Harris Brothers Charity Foundation, and Darkhorse Benefits and Operation Guardian (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.