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National Western Stock Show – Denver, Colorado – Jan. 16, 2010

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Saturday – January 16,  2010

There’s a busy weekend ahead at the 104th Annual National Western Stock Show, Horse Show and Rodeo. Check the NWSS schedule web pages for times and locations.

Saturday Stock Shows:  NWSS- Lamb Judging

  • National Hereford Female Show
  • Angus Carload/Pen Bull Show
  • National Charolais Pen Show
  • National Shorthorn Pen Show

Contests:

  • Collegiate Carload Judging Contest
  • Junior Market Lamb Showmanship

Especially for Youth – these events run throughout the show:

  • Pony Trails  NWSS - The Yards 4
  • Petting Zoo
  • Youth Art Show
  • Stick Horse Grand Prix
  • CSU Ag Adventure at Children’s Ranchland  

Exhibitions, Classes, Programs and Events:

  • Hunter/Jumper Classes 
  • CSU Extension’s Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Seminar
  • Tractor Races
  • Equine Wound Care
  • So You Want to Be a Veterinarian?
  • Successfully Treating Equine Orthopedic Injuries with Stem Cells
  • Wild West Show – Ticketed EventNWSS - Wild West 1
  • Dog Pull
  • Jumper Classes – with $5,000 Top of the Rockies Open Jumper Stake

Sales:

  • Denver National Maine-Anjou Bull/Female Sale
  • Western Elite Female Sale

In the Coliseum – Ticketed Events:

  • 11am – PRCA ProRodeo – featuring Catch-A-Calf Contest, Westernaires, Mutton Bustin
  • 3:30pm – PRCA ProRodeo – featuring Catch-A-Calf Contest and Westernaires
  • 8pm – PRCA ProRodeo – featuring Westernaires, Frontier Airlines Mutton Bustin

Also check out the ongoing livestock exhibits, Hall of Education, the Coors Western Art Exhibit and the hundreds of exhibitors that make the National Western the largest consumer show of the year in Colorado.

 

Photos courtesy National Western Stock Show

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January 12, 2010 – Boulder & Golden, Colorado

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A Found Day – New Experiences

Prepared for a full day of jury selection and possible service the day seemed a gift after my name wasn’t called for the selection process. January temperatures in the 50s and cloudless blue skies promised a perfect day to go adventuring. We decided to make our first visit to Eldorado Canyon State Park south of Boulder followed by an informative hour at the Bradford Washburn American Mountaineering Museum in Golden.Rock Climber

The rocky walls and cliffs of Eldorado Canyon holds a worldwide reputation with rock climbers. The park also offers miles of hiking and biking trails, fishing and picnicking. Thirteen miles south of Eldorado Canyon the museum offers a look into many aspects of mountaineering in Colorado and around the world.

 

Mountaineering Museum While we weren’t tempted to become a human spider on the lichen walls of Eldorado Canyon nor stand atop Mount Everest our impromptu activities were a perfect match for a January Day.

Too often we feel the need to venture far from home in our travels when there are many overlooked opportunities worthy of our attention nearby.

National Western Stock Show – Denver, Colorado – Jan, 15, 2010

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Friday – January 15,  2010

The first week closes out with the $10,000 National Western Gambler’s Choice Open Jumper Stake and two rodeos today at the 104th Annual National Western Stock Show, Horse Show and Rodeo. Check the NWSS schedule web pages for times and locations.

Friday Stock Shows:NWSS - The Yards 3

  • National Angus ROV Female Show
  • National Hereford Bull Show
  • Denver National Maine-Anjou & MaineTainer Pen of Heifers Show – Followed by Pen of Bulls Show

Contests:

  • Collegiate Livestock Judging Contest
  • Collegiate Wool Judging Contest – Adams County Fairgrounds

Especially for Youth – these events run throughout the show:

  • Pony Trails 
  • Petting Zoo
  • Youth Art Show
  • Stick Horse Grand Prix
  • CSU Ag Adventure at Children’s Ranchland  

Exhibitions, Classes, Programs and Events:NWSS - Grand Prix

  • Hunter/Jumper Classes
  • Tractor Races
  • Team Mutton Bustin 101
  • $10,000 National Western Gambler’s Choice Open Jumper Stake – Ticketed Event

Sales:

  • National Braunvieh Sale
  • Colorado Angus Association Foundation Female Sale
  • National Hereford Sale

In the Coliseum NWSS - Bareback– Ticketed Event:

  • 2pm – PRCA ProRodeo – featuring Westernaires
  • 7:30pm – PRCA ProRodeo – featuring US Industry Leader of the Year Award, Mutton Bustin

Also check out the ongoing livestock exhibits, Hall of Education, the Coors Western Art Exhibit and the hundreds of exhibitors that make the National Western the largest consumer show of the year in Colorado.

 

 

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National Western Stock Show – Denver, Colorado – Jan. 14, 2010

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Thursday – January 14,  2010

Working ranch horses, goats and angus bulls highlighted today at the 104th Annual National Western Stock Show, Horse Show and Rodeo. Check the NWSS schedule web pages for times and locations.

Thursday Stock Shows:NWSSCattleShow2_thumb2

  • Angus Sale Bull Show
  • National Lowline Bull Show (Fullblood/%)
  • Hereford Pen of Heifers Show
  • Junior Market Goat Show
  • Angus Junior Breeding Heifer Show
  • Hereford Pen/Carload Bull Show
  • Junior Market Goat Championship Selection
  • National Braunvieh Show

Especially for Youth – these events run throughout the show:

  • Pony Trails 
  • Petting Zoo
  • Youth Art Show
  • Stick Horse Grand Prix
  • CSU Ag Adventure at Children’s Ranchland 

Exhibitions, Classes, Programs and Events:NWSSQuarterHorseShow2_thumb1

  • AQHA Ranch Horse World Championship Show-Amateur Working Ranch Horse, Amateur and Open Ranch Conformation
  • Denver National Maine-Anjou/MaineTainer Sale Bull Evaluation
  • Tractor Races
  • AQHA Ranch Horse World Championship Show – Open Ranch Cutting and Working Ranch Horse Phases followed by Open World Championship Awards Ceremony
  • Dog Agility Games 

Sales:

  • Angus Bull Sale

In the Coliseum – Ticketed Event:westernaires1_thumb3

  • PRCA ProRodeo – featuring Westernaires, Frontier Airlines Mutton Bustin

Also check out the ongoing livestock exhibits, Hall of Education, the Coors Western Art Exhibit and the hundreds of exhibitors that make the National Western the largest consumer show of the year in Colorado.

Photos courtesy National Western Stock Show

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National Western Stock Show – Denver, Colorado – Jan 13, 2010

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Wednesday – January 13,  2010

Horses and heifers, denim and diamonds, angus and art – all part of the 104th Annual National Western Stock Show, Horse Show and Rodeo. Check the NWSS schedule web pages for times and locations.

Wednesday Stock Shows:NWSS - Cattle Show3

  • Limousin & Lim-Flex Pen and Carload Bull and Female Show
  • National Lowline Pen Show 
  • Boer Goat Show
  • National Lowline Female Show (Fullblood and %)
  • National Angus ROV Bull Show
  • Hereford Junior Breeding Heifer Show

Especially for Youth – these events run throughout the show:

  • Pony Trails
  • Petting Zoo
  • Youth Art Show
  • Stick Horse Grand Prix
  • CSU Ag Adventure at Children’s Ranchland

Exhibitions, Classes, Programs and Events:

  • AQHA Ranch Horse World Championship Show – Amateur Ranch Cutting, Amateur and Open Ranch Trail, Amateur and Open Ranch RidiNWSS - Bull Riding - PRB3ng
  • Paint Horse Performance Classes
  • National Angus ROV Bull Show
  • Junior Market Goat Showmanship 
  • Team Mutton Bustin 101

Sales:

  • Angus ‘Denim & Diamonds’ Sale

In the Coliseum – Ticketed Event:

  • PBR Bull Riding Denver Chute-Out Finals

Also check out the ongoing livestock exhibits, Hall of Education, the Coors Western Art Exhibit and the hundreds of exhibitors that make the National Western the largest consumer show of the year in Colorado.

Photos courtesy National Western Stock Show

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National Western Stock Show – Denver, Colorado – Jan. 12, 2010

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Tuesday – January 12,  2010

The fun continues at the 104th Annual National Western Stock Show, Horse Show and Rodeo. Check the NWSS schedule web pages for times and locations.

Tuesday Stock Shows:

  • National Limousin MOE & Lim-Flex Show
  • Red Angus Junior Breeding Heifer Show followed by Red Angus Open Show
  • Lowline Junior Heifer Show/Showmanship
  • National Lowline Peoples Choice Show

Especially for Youth – these events run throughout the show:NWSS - Stick Horse Rodeo2

  • Pony Trails 
  • Petting Zoo
  • Youth Art Show
  • Stick Horse Grand Prix
  • CSU Ag Adventure at Children’s Ranchland 

Exhibitions, Classes, Programs and Events:

  • Paint Horse Performance and Halter Classes
  • Weather Trends & Stock Show Weather

In the Coliseum – Ticketed Event:

  • PBR Bull Riding Denver Chute-Out-Team Penning Finals

NWSS - Bull Riding - PRB2 Also check out the ongoing livestock exhibits, Hall of Education, the Coors Western Art Exhibit and the hundreds of exhibitors that make the National Western the largest consumer show of the year in Colorado.

Photos courtesy National Western Stock Show

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*Book Review* – American’s Living History

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A Traveler’s Guide to

American’s Living History – The Early Years

By: Suzanne & Craig Sheumaker

 

A Bent’s Old Fort National Historic Site interpretive ranger recommended a book focusing on living history sites across the country.  Fortunately the bookstore/trade room had copies of American’s Living History – The Early Years. After a brief browse I knew we needed to add this title to our travel bookshelves.

Authors Suzanne and Craig Sheumaker selected 300 sites throughout the US that are historically accurate and offer history-based activities, re-enactments and/or special events. The Sheumakers visited each of the 300 locations before compiling the book, plus many others that did not make the cut. “The Early Years” refer to the fact that the authors chose to focus on destinations reflecting pre-1840 history, from early Native American cultures to the opening of the West.

Regional maps and listings provide visual destination locations while themed chapters are organized by field of interest. At first I found the organization a bit awkward but after reading the introduction, historical timeline and several entries I realize the groupings are logical and practical.

Each chapter begins with a short historical perspective, followed by individual destination descriptions and photos. Craig’s professional photography expertise enriches every page. The descriptions offer concise background knowledge and visitation highlights. Frequent sidebars add informative mini-lessons of American history. “Wouldn’t it be great if school history lessons were so interesting?

The award-winning book doesn’t try to provide every detail of hours, fees, restrictions, etc. – dull details that make a book dated by the time it arrives from the printer. Instead, contact info including websites are listed for the reader/traveler to find the latest, accurate details needed for a successful visit.

I couldn’t resist the urge to count how many of the sites we’ve visited – 52. In reading many of those entries I find the Sheumakers’ information extremely factual. Terms such as, “exceptional, meticulous, charming or terrific” are used accurately not as hype. Whether one is an on-the-road RVer or an armchair traveler they will be entertained and enriched by America’s Living History – The Early Years. 

I hope the authors are compiling a follow-up edition covering “The Later Years.” There are many sites dating after 1840 that offer quality living history experiences, especially in the west where settlement was in it’s infancy in the mid-nineteenth century. Meanwhile I need to get on the road to visit the other 248 locations.

America’s Living History – The Early Years is available online at both Amazon and Barnes & Noble or at museum stores across the country.

National Western Stock Show – Denver, Colorado – 1-11-2010

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 What’s Scheduled?

Monday – January 11, 2010

Denver hosts the 104th Annual National Western Stock Show, Horse Show and Rodeo. Check the NWSS schedule web pages for times and locations.

Especially for Youth – these events run throughout the show: NWSS - The Yards

  • Pony Trails 
  • Petting Zoo
  • Youth Art Show 
  • Stick Horse Grand Prix
  • CSU Ag Adventure at Children’s Ranchland

Exhibitions, Classes, Programs and Events:

  • AQHA Ranch Horse Classic- Ranch Cutting and Working Ranch Horse Phases
  • National Gelbvieh & Balancer Show
  • National Red Angus Pen Show
  • Red Angus Junior Stock Growers Activities
  • Tractor Races
  • Paint Horse Roping, Reining and Western Riding Classes
  • AQHA Ranch Horse Classic- Ranch Trail, Ranch Riding and Conformation PhasesNWSS - Bull Riding - PRB

Sales: 

  • National South Devon Sale
  • Red Angus Mile High Classic Sale
  • National Limousin Sale

In the Coliseum – Ticketed Events:

  • 7:30pm – PBR Bull Riding Denver Chute-Out and Team Penning

 

In addition, don’t overlook the ongoing livestock exhibits, Hall of Education, the Coors Western Art Exhibit and the hundreds of exhibitors that make the National Western the largest consumer show of the year in Colorado.

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National Western Stock Show – Denver, Colorado – 1-10-2010

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What’s Scheduled?

Sunday – January 10,  2010

 

Head out for the second day of the 104th Annual National Western Stock Show, Horse Show and Rodeo. Check the NWSS schedule web pages for times anNWSS - Cattle Showd locations.

Sunday Judging Events:

  • Colorado Fiddle Championships

Religious Events:

  • Mass
  • Fellowship of Christian Cowboys Service

Awards:

  • 4-H/FFA Livestock & Meat Judging Contest Awards Breakfast
  • Catch-A-Calf Show, Photo Session & Awards

Especially for Youth – these events run throughout the show:

  • Pony Trails
  • Petting Zoo
  • Youth Art Show
  • Stick Horse Rodeo
  • CSU Ag Adventure at Children’s Ranchland 

Exhibitions, Classes, Programs and Events:

  • Quarter Horse Performance Classes 
  • Gelbvieh & Balancer Pen of Bulls Show
  • National Gelbvieh Junior Heifer Show NWSS - Reining
  • Limousin Junior Heifer Show
  • Dancing with Dogs
  • $15,000 Dodge Invitational Freestyle Reining  – Ticketed Event
  • Gelbvieh Sale Cattle Parade
  • Llama/Alpaca Show
  • Maya’s Secret

Sales:

  • National Gelbvieh Sale

In the Coliseum – Ticketed Events:

NWSS - Matador

  • 2:30pm – Mexican Rodeo Extravaganza – featuring Jerry Diaz, Escaramuza Charra, Mexican Bullfighters, Mariachis, Bronc Riding, Paso de La Muerte, Bull Riding, Westernaires, Mutton Bustin
  • 7pm – PRCA ProRodeo – featuring Miss Rodeo Colorado Coronation, Westernaires

Also check out the ongoing livestock exhibits, Hall of Education, the Coors Western Art Exhibit and the hundreds of exhibitors that make the National Western the largest consumer show of the year in Colorado.

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Diego Zhang’s Burger Cafe – Centennial, Colorado

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Not  Your Ordinary Burger Joint

Diego Zhang's Exterior What in the world is a Diego Zhang’s? As stores and restaurants open in the redeveloped Streets at SouthGlenn we’re eager to discover our new neighborhood options. Seeing the sign “Diego Zhang’s” simply raised questions – even though it also said “Burger Cafe.” To find out we headed over for lunch.

Burgers are featured but not the typical American burger. A helpful employee explains that Diego Zhang’s burgers are, “Globally inspired mini burgers with the listed ingredients hand mixed with the meat. Each burger is 6 ounces, about half the size of a normal hamburger.” She gave us time to read through the list of a dozen choices: Centennial, Genoa, Shanghai, San Juan, Havana, Yellowstone – a world of flavors. There are also a half-dozen salad and five daily soup selections.

Diego Zhang's Pork Green Chili Bob chose a cup of pork green chili and a “Denver”  described as a simple blend of beef, bacon, sautéed mushrooms and onions. Wanting a variety of flavors I opted for a “Kansas City” – mesquite rubbed ground pork with caramelized barbeque sauce – and a Bangkok – Thai peanut shrimp with fresh vegetables. With each burger we had a choice of white or whole wheat bun.

We ordered at the counter, got our drinks and browsed the menu while we waited for the burgers to be delivered to the table hot off the grill. We learned that Diego Zhang’s mother came from southern climes and father from the east, hence the interesting name mix. The idea for globally-inspired mini-burgers came from a tapas cafe in Barcelona.

Diego Zhang's Burgers Bob gave a thumbs  up to the spicy green chili. I give a big nod of approval for both my burgers. Noted on the menu with two chile peppers meaning slightly more spicy, the Bangkok had a definite kick that lingered but didn’t overpower. The peanuts and fresh veggies lent a crunchy texture. Not spicy hot but packed with flavor, the Kansas City was equally enjoyed. I was impressed with how well matched and balanced the flavors were  in each burger. The whole wheat bun was fresh and grainy. I’ve heard people refer to these as sliders but found them to be larger than the majority of sliders. Two where plenty for a satisfying meal.

Families will appreciate the children’s menu including PB&J, mac & cheese, grilled cheese and noodles – buttered or with cheese/red sauce. Adults find  beer and wine available in addition to soft drinks. The breakfast menu offers a variety of egg sandwiches on English muffins and Arepas, South American corn cakes with cheese, red peppers and green chiles.

I’m already eager to return to further my world journey of mini-burgers.

When You Go: There are two locations for Diego Zhang’s in Centennial, 6851 S. Gaylord in The Streets at SouthGlenn and 12073 E. Arapahoe Road (Arapahoe and Peoria). Hours vary by location and day of the week, check their website for details.