austin rodeo - yay/nay?

ssinca · March 2010

I feel like since we're in TX, we need to experience texas "things." the rodeo is coming into town, has anyone ever been? is this something you think is worth going?

www.rodeoaustin.com

ETA: not necessarily sure if I'm interested in an actual rodeo, I'm thinking it would be fun to walk around, eat some bad-for-me food, and people watch.

AggieDaner · March 2010

The Austin rodeo is sort of fun. I'm a little spoiled because I grew up in San Antonio where the rodeo is enormous and a big deal, but to me the Austin rodeo seemed pretty tiny and uneventful. I suppose it's worth going to, as long as you get a corn dog and a funnel cake. Big Smile

MissusTexas · March 2010

YAY! I've gone every year since before I can remember. Make sure and look up who is performing after the rodeo, see if there is anyone performing you want to see. The actual rodeo might lose your attention after awhile, especially if you don't know how the events work, but they have booths set up in the arena so you can walk around and shop/snack/drink while the rodeo is going on. Unfortunately, parking can be gnarly especially if it's rained at all, so unless you want to risk parking in mud then I suggest get there early and make a day of it.

MnMShaw · March 2010

I think if you've never really been to a rodeo, you will enjoy it. I grew up in Houston and used to go to the Houston rodeo yearly and I believe it is one of the largest rodeos in the country, so the Austin one doesn't compare at all. However, it is definitely fun to walk around, ride rides, eat bad for you food, see animals, and listen to some good music.

GuavaGal · March 2010

I've lived in Austin most of my life, and have never been.

However, it has come to my attention that there will be a capuchin monkey dressed like a cowboy, riding a sheltie dog like a horse. That's right, a tiny MONKEY riding a DOG like a HORSE.

Can you, in good conscience, say no to that??

I can not!! I may have to be carried away from the Cowboy Monkey ring.

MrsRosie · March 2010

Go Google rodeos and animal cruelty, read some literature from both sides, then decide.

My personal opinion is that rodeos are a cruel form of animal entertainment. I understand many people do not feel this way and that's super for them.

ETA: Even if you (the collective "you") are not participating in the animal shows, spending money at the rodeo, unless it is for some other charitable cause, is still supporting all aspects of the rodeo.

srh0029 · March 2010

The Austin rodeo is small scale, but I love going to the rodeo so I still think it's a blast and I'll be there!

MissusTexas · March 2010

MrsRosie:
Go Google rodeos and animal cruelty, read some literature from both sides, then decide.

My personal opinion is that rodeos are a cruel form of animal entertainment. I understand many people do not feel this way and that's super for them.

ETA: Even if you (the collective "you") are not participating in the animal shows, spending money at the rodeo, unless it is for some other charitable cause, is still supporting all aspects of the rodeo.

I come from a rodeo family, and have been on both sides of the arena so I can tell you that this is not the standard, especially in smaller rodeos. I can't speak for the carnival shows and such, but I know that there are strict guidelines the rodeo has to follow to assure that animals avoid injury. If there ever were evidence that the Austin rodeo didn't adhere to the guidelines then I wouldn't go.

Kristen0709 · March 2010

We usually go to watch a performance but don't care for the rodeo part. The corn and funnel cake is what I like most.

Miss you lady!!!

SaraLouiseBride08 · March 2010

I'm not trying to change anyone's minds about animal cruelty at the rodeo, to each their own.

My opinion, though, is that I love animals, and it upsets me terribly to see them mistreated. Heck, I cried Saturday the dog "Rescue Rally" because I couldn't save all the dogs.

However, I also love a good night at the rodeo Smile If you haven't been - GO! It's so much fun. You probably won't want to sit through the whole rodeo, but go see a little bit of it. The bull riding, barrel racing, etc. Hmm maybe not that calf catching (what's it called?). Haha, anyways ... it really is fun to experience. I haven't been in years, but used to go every year with my dad.

See a little bit of the rodeo, see a concert if you want to, people watch, browse all the booths, ride some rides, for the love of all things rodeo - EAT A FUNNEL CAKE!

genniemg · March 2010

I volunteer for one of the Rodeo committes and love going.

Defiantly go to the cook off next weekend if your not sure what to do. You donate a few dollars to each cookoff committee and you get free beer and free bbq for the ones you donate to. It's a lot of fun and you get to try several different types of bbq.

ssinca · March 2010

MrsRosie:

Go Google rodeos and animal cruelty, read some literature from both sides, then decide.

My personal opinion is that rodeos are a cruel form of animal entertainment. I understand many people do not feel this way and that's super for them.

ETA: Even if you (the collective "you") are not participating in the animal shows, spending money at the rodeo, unless it is for some other charitable cause, is still supporting all aspects of the rodeo.

this definitely crossed my mind, something to think about for sure.

MrsBeckO · March 2010

I grew up in Houston attending the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo every year, so the Austin rodeo gets a bit of a "meh" reaction from me.

MrsAJL · March 2010

MrsRosie:
Go Google rodeos and animal cruelty, read some literature from both sides, then decide.

My personal opinion is that rodeos are a cruel form of animal entertainment. I understand many people do not feel this way and that's super for them.

ETA: Even if you (the collective "you") are not participating in the animal shows, spending money at the rodeo, unless it is for some other charitable cause, is still supporting all aspects of the rodeo.

The Austin Rodeo is also a major event for students in FFA and 4H. Those students compete and earn scholarships that send them to college. You can still attend the fair and not pay money to see the rodeo events if you feel that would be contributing to the "cruelty of rodeo animals."

Taytee · March 2010

GuavaGal:

I've lived in Austin most of my life, and have never been.

However, it has come to my attention that there will be a capuchin monkey dressed like a cowboy, riding a sheltie dog like a horse. That's right, a tiny MONKEY riding a DOG like a HORSE.

Can you, in good conscience, say no to that??

I can not!! I may have to be carried away from the Cowboy Monkey ring.

Will you marry me!?

MrsRosie · March 2010

MrsAJL:
MrsRosie:

Go Google rodeos and animal cruelty, read some literature from both sides, then decide.

My personal opinion is that rodeos are a cruel form of animal entertainment. I understand many people do not feel this way and that's super for them.

ETA: Even if you (the collective "you") are not participating in the animal shows, spending money at the rodeo, unless it is for some other charitable cause, is still supporting all aspects of the rodeo.

The Austin Rodeo is also a major event for students in FFA and 4H. Those students compete and earn scholarships that send them to college. You can still attend the fair and not pay money to see the rodeo events if you feel that would be contributing to the "cruelty of rodeo animals."

That seems to qualify as a charitable cause. Clearly FFA and 4H kids aren't out to hurt animals. I'm not unfamiliar with the organizations, nor am I ignorant of the good they do for the students and the animals.

Look, I'm not trying to convince people not to go. I don't see anything wrong with educating yourself on an event/organization prior to supporting it. I gave my opinion on the matter, so did others.

rssnlvr · March 2010

It gets a yay from me! We've gone a few times, and while it's not as big of a shin-dig as the SA or Houston rodeos, it's still a great fun way to spend an afternoon. Lots of booths, good food, and a MONKEY that rides a DOG like a HORSE. Can't beat that!

MrsAJL · March 2010

MrsRosie:
MrsAJL:
MrsRosie:

Go Google rodeos and animal cruelty, read some literature from both sides, then decide.

My personal opinion is that rodeos are a cruel form of animal entertainment. I understand many people do not feel this way and that's super for them.

ETA: Even if you (the collective "you") are not participating in the animal shows, spending money at the rodeo, unless it is for some other charitable cause, is still supporting all aspects of the rodeo.

The Austin Rodeo is also a major event for students in FFA and 4H. Those students compete and earn scholarships that send them to college. You can still attend the fair and not pay money to see the rodeo events if you feel that would be contributing to the "cruelty of rodeo animals."

That seems to qualify as a charitable cause. Clearly FFA and 4H kids aren't out to hurt animals. I'm not unfamiliar with the organizations, nor am I ignorant of the good they do for the students and the animals.

Look, I'm not trying to convince people not to go. I don't see anything wrong with educating yourself on an event/organization prior to supporting it. I gave my opinion on the matter, so did others.

I'm sorry, MrsRosie. I just realized that my post (with your post quoted) looked like I was trying to pick on you. I wasn't. Sad I was trying to give context to my response (and I kind of failed there.)

I fully appreciate your comments on animal cruelty. I was trying to also point out the charitable/scholarship portion of the fair to present an up side to the whole thing. I hope you'll accept my apology. I certainly respect your opinion.

FireChiefsBride · March 2010

You need to go, even if you never go again, just so you know what it is and what it's about. Lots of carnival booths, rides and crap candy.

MrsRosie · March 2010

MrsAJL:
MrsRosie:
MrsAJL:
MrsRosie:

Go Google rodeos and animal cruelty, read some literature from both sides, then decide.

My personal opinion is that rodeos are a cruel form of animal entertainment. I understand many people do not feel this way and that's super for them.

ETA: Even if you (the collective "you") are not participating in the animal shows, spending money at the rodeo, unless it is for some other charitable cause, is still supporting all aspects of the rodeo.

The Austin Rodeo is also a major event for students in FFA and 4H. Those students compete and earn scholarships that send them to college. You can still attend the fair and not pay money to see the rodeo events if you feel that would be contributing to the "cruelty of rodeo animals."

That seems to qualify as a charitable cause. Clearly FFA and 4H kids aren't out to hurt animals. I'm not unfamiliar with the organizations, nor am I ignorant of the good they do for the students and the animals.

Look, I'm not trying to convince people not to go. I don't see anything wrong with educating yourself on an event/organization prior to supporting it. I gave my opinion on the matter, so did others.

I'm sorry, MrsRosie. I just realized that my post (with your post quoted) looked like I was trying to pick on you. I wasn't. I was trying to give context to my response (and I kind of failed there.)

I fully appreciate your comments on animal cruelty. I was trying to also point out the charitable/scholarship portion of the fair to present an up side to the whole thing. I hope you'll accept my apology. I certainly respect your opinion.

Bully! j/k No worries and thank you.

I can't have anyone thinking I'm screwing over the 4Hers. I had a middle school farmboy boyfriend who was heavily involved in 4H. He was my boyfriend until he insisted I visit his uncle's barn while his uncle happened to be artificially inseminating a cow. Have you ever seen shoulder-length gloves? Ick!

MrsAJL · March 2010

MrsRosie:
MrsAJL:
MrsRosie:
MrsAJL:
MrsRosie:

Go Google rodeos and animal cruelty, read some literature from both sides, then decide.

My personal opinion is that rodeos are a cruel form of animal entertainment. I understand many people do not feel this way and that's super for them.

ETA: Even if you (the collective "you") are not participating in the animal shows, spending money at the rodeo, unless it is for some other charitable cause, is still supporting all aspects of the rodeo.

The Austin Rodeo is also a major event for students in FFA and 4H. Those students compete and earn scholarships that send them to college. You can still attend the fair and not pay money to see the rodeo events if you feel that would be contributing to the "cruelty of rodeo animals."

That seems to qualify as a charitable cause. Clearly FFA and 4H kids aren't out to hurt animals. I'm not unfamiliar with the organizations, nor am I ignorant of the good they do for the students and the animals.

Look, I'm not trying to convince people not to go. I don't see anything wrong with educating yourself on an event/organization prior to supporting it. I gave my opinion on the matter, so did others.

I'm sorry, MrsRosie. I just realized that my post (with your post quoted) looked like I was trying to pick on you. I wasn't. I was trying to give context to my response (and I kind of failed there.)

I fully appreciate your comments on animal cruelty. I was trying to also point out the charitable/scholarship portion of the fair to present an up side to the whole thing. I hope you'll accept my apology. I certainly respect your opinion.

Bully! j/k No worries and thank you.

I can't have anyone thinking I'm screwing over the 4Hers. I had a middle school farmboy boyfriend who was heavily involved in 4H. He was my boyfriend until he insisted I visit his uncle's barn while his uncle happened to be artificially inseminating a cow. Have you ever seen shoulder-length gloves?

Only on Dirty Jobs! Ewww!!!

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