Competing in...
Western Shows and Events

Veteran Rider and well-known equestrian author Charlene Strickland takes you on a facinating tour of Western contests and society, and teaches you the skills and practices that make Western judges sit up and take notice!

Instruction for Events: Rodeo: Team Roping, Calf Roping, Steer Roping, Team Penning. Timed events: Barrel Racing,Pole Bending, Stake Race, Flag Race, Keyhole. Trail Riding: Distance, Endurance, Ride and Tie. Working Horse: Reining, Working Cow Horse, Cutting

Further Instructions on:

• learning the rules
• Preparing to show
• Riding in show ring traffic
• Dressing the part
• Practicing the patterns

Please click on the photo to enlarge the front cover! (8 1/2 x 11 135 pages)