Salida Colorado Chaffee County Fair and Rodeo The first week of August is time for our annual fair and rodeo. Colorado has deep roots in agriculture and ranching -- the heart of the fair and rodeo. Straw hats in town sell out, the fairgrounds fill up and folks find a variety of ways to enjoy themselves.
4-H The two main activities for youth in town include 4-H and sports. Many do both. 4-H stands for the following: I pledge My head to clearer thinking, My heart to greater loyalty, My hands to larger service, and My … (2 comments)
rodeo: Reflections on a Dog Day Summer Afternoon in Salida Colorado
- 07/29/12 05:48 AM
Reflections on a dog day afternoon in Salida Colorado....waiting for rain. The August monsoons are reportedly on their way to bring moisture to the hay fields and mountains. As they build, the humidity builds which is unusual for us. Despite the warmth, our town is bustling this weekend... the 8th Annual 3 day Salida Classic Bicycle races are in town, adding great energy as the athletes race and then relax around town.
The Chaffee County fair and rodeo are here and lots of friends where I keep my horses are participating. Rodeo is … (6 comments)
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