Since its beginning in 1912, the Calgary Stampede has been about more than rodeo. Along with the cowboys are livestock, agricultural equipment and the latest technology. The first colour television in Calgary was showcased at the Calgary Stampede, said Christine Leppard, manager of exhibits and experience with the Sam Centre, a year-round Calgary Stampede attraction […] Read more
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Stampede action – photo essay
The 2023 Calgary Stampede wrapped up July 16, and the rodeo provided the chills, thrills and spills. | Reuters/Todd Korol photos
Study eyes chuckwagon horse safety
Research at the recent Calgary Stampede focused on chuckwagon racing, but it could also apply to horses in other sports
A scientist is trying to lower the risk of horses being killed or injured from leg fractures and heart problems during chuckwagon races at the Calgary Stampede. “We have 550 horses running, and you’re really looking for prevention of the exception — this one horse that’s going to be in trouble there,” said Renaud Leguillette, […] Read more
Alta. politicians talk ag at Stampede
The Calgary Stampede made a splashy comeback following two years of COVID-19 restrictions and with the return comes Alberta politicians making a play for votes. “We should never forget for all the fun, the midway and the breakfasts around town that the Calgary Stampede is an agricultural exhibition,” stated Premier Jason Kenney during the opening […] Read more
Stampede action – photo essay
The rodeo is one of the highlights at the Calgary Stampede, which this year ran from July 8-17. These photos were all taken July 11. | Reuters/Todd Korol photos
The rodeo is one of the highlights at the Calgary Stampede, which this year ran from July 8-17. These photos were all taken July 11. | Reuters/Todd Korol photos
Side-saddle racing returns to Stampede
Women ranging in age from their early 20s to 70 are expected to compete in the event’s second year in Calgary
For the second year running, side-saddle racing will be part of the 2019 Calgary Stampede. The field of eight women will race the entire track this year, following the evening chuckwagon races on July 5 and 6. “We’re looking forward to celebrating a very traditional style of riding, in a very high-adrenalin way,” said Calgary […] Read moreCalgary Stampede steer show highlights
Devon Scott has retired from junior steer shows on a high note. The 20-year-old from Arrowwood, Alta., led out the grand champion against nearly 80 head at the Calgary Stampede Steer Classic held July 16, winning $17,000. The prize money is split into a $12,000 scholarship and a cash prize. His steer, named Rotor, was […] Read more
Local entry wins Stampede’s auctioneer title
A day in the life for Dean Edge revolves around family, cattle sales and rodeo. A long-time employee of the auction company, Vold Jones and Vold, Edge was named the champion international livestock auctioneer at the Calgary Stampede held July 7-16. He competed against 23 other auctioneers from Canada, United States, Australia and South Africa […] Read more
Oklahoma steer wins top prize
Young people know they have hit the big time when they step into the show ring at the Calgary Stampede. A premier junior steer show and a week-long competition in a youth event called Summer Synergy exposes hundreds of youngsters to education, showmanship and large cash prizes. This year, 12-year-old Tommy Glover from Elgin, Oklahoma, […] Read more
Champ returns to defend shearing title
Sheep shearer says the work takes it toll on the body, equating an hour of work with running seven kilometres
In the final heat of the Calgary Stampede sheep shearing competition, Australian Mike Pora sheared six sheep in 6.25 minutes. For the second consecutive year, his speed and workmanship earned him the grand champion title at the North American sheep shearing competition held July 9. Based at Cowra, New South Wales, Pora intended to retire […] Read more
