It’s not immediately apparent when you drive through it on a summer weekend, but once upon a time the little town of Idaho City was a bustling hub of the Gem State. A quick fact search shows you that in its heyday, it was one of the largest cities in the Northwest, surpassing even Portland […]
When it comes to the most popular sports in North America, rodeo tends to be considered an “alternate” sport. If your average Joe were to make a list of sports by popularity, ball-sports would certainly take the lead, with plenty of others before it ever came down to our traditional western action, but I think it […]
My job with the rodeo is a unique one. I don’t ride or rope during the performance, but I spend my entire night on the dirt, and even though you probably see me, if I’ve done my job right, you’ve forgotten about me by the time you’ve left your seat. Actually, I’m not even fun […]
If you’re looking for one of the most rugged places in the Gem State, you need to look no farther than the farthest southwest corner of the state. Pickups drive through the dusty roads wearing “2O” plates, and everything is a little rougher around the edges. Their rodeo is no different. There, on the banks of […]
On my way to work the other week, I had my radio tuned to the local sports radio station’s call-in program like usual. Callers were being asked to name the athletes they considered to be the best of all time. Most of it was typical – claiming the superiorities of Ted Williams, Joe Montana, Jordan, Tyson, […]
Driving to Emmett from my side of the Treasure Valley is simply a pleasure. There’s just something about that drive through the foothills in that beautiful agricultural and wild country, and the drop into a classic Idaho small town that makes you happy for the place you live. It suddenly occurred to me recently, though, as […]
There are more places in Idaho that can be described as “a little place at the bend in the road” than any other state. Small towns dot the state like just the right amount of pepper across the top of a perfectly fluffy baked potato, and that’s just the way we like it. In fact, to a […]
There aren’t many things more legendary to the state of Idaho than rodeo. The Gem State is well known for many things, but along with pristine wilderness, snowy scapes, and some starchy roots that are high in potassium, the western lifestyle is part of Idaho’s personality. Cowboys and cowgirls with their horses, saddles and tack, […]
Trevor Brazile. Bobby Mote. Wes Stevenson. Ryan Motes. If these cowboys had something rodeo-related to offer, wouldn’t you be interested? These are the types of names that would attract a crowd if they offered to come to town and give speeches about rodeo. If they pulled up somewhere local with a stack of western-themed ball […]
February is cold. It’s just plain cold, and it requires help to take the edge off the chill. Being the dead of winter, the best way to do this is a calm weekend with a big bowl of chili. Whether you like it spicy or subtle, nothing warms the heart and soul like steaming hot chili, and this […]
