STRAWBERRY DAYS RODEO ENTERTAINMENT

Established in 1921, Strawberry Days Rodeo is the longest continually running rodeo in Utah! The Strawberry Days Rodeo is held annually in Pleasant Grove, Utah during the third week of June. The majestic view of Mount Timpanogos and the family friendly rodeo atmosphere make this event a must.

Young cowboys and cowgirls compete in this crowd pleasing pre-rodeo event. Each participant gets a chance to ride sheep and compete for the grand prize awarded on Saturday night.

Calf Roping or Tie-Down is the authentic ranch chore and the oldest of rodeo’s timed events. In this event, the roper ropes the calf from horse back at full speed, dismounts and runs the length of the rope to the calf where the roper has to get the calf on its side and tie three legs together with a six foot pigging string.

Barrel Racing is a horse race with turns. The cowgirl rides her horse at top speed in a clover leaf pattern around 3 barrels in the arena. Tipping a barrel is permitted, but if it gets knocked over, a five-second penalty is added to her time. It’s all about speed in this event.

Saddle Bronc Riding is an event where both the rider and the horse are judged during a rough and explosive eight-second ride. The rider sits in a custom saddle, without a horn, and holds onto a braided rein with one hand while keeping their free hand in the air.

Riders strap themselves to the back of a 2,000 lb. bull with a thick flat braided bull rope. Attached to the underside of the bull rope is a large cowbell that adds sound effect to an exciting ride but also acts as a weight to help the rope come off the bull after the eight-second ride.

Steer Wrestling also known as “Bulldogging,” is where the rider leans from the back of his running horse onto the back of a 600 lb. steer, brings the steer to a stop and tosses the steer on its side to stop the clock. This event requires strength, speed, and timing.

Bareback Riding is an event where both the rider and the horse are judged during a rough and explosive eight-second ride. A leather rigging, that looks like a suitcase handle, is all the rider has to hang on to while keeping their free hand in the air.