The last little bit of blue sky ......
Late afternoon, we got nailed with a rockin' rollin' thunderstorm right over the Stampede grounds, got a little wet right through my Australian slicker! We were in the beer gardens for a beverage when the storm hit, and it was so crowded that since we were at the edge of the tent the rain was driving right in on us. Didn't dampen our spirits too badly, we headed out of there and two-stepped our way to the next building. slicker's flying as we danced!
There are so many rides there, it's a thrill seeker's paradise.
Then it was time for the chucks! We spotted this guy working as one of the safety crew who position themselves around the track during the races.
How about now?
Yes indeed, Terry Grant, aka Mantracker.
The races were pretty good, one minor problem when a horse stepped over the pole coming in for the practice turn, but it was quickly sorted out.
No injuries, and they went on with the race.
If it looks like this next wagon was about to run over that barrel- you're right- they did! And got a 5 second penalty.
4 comments:
Must have been slickery for the race. Glad there weren't any major wrecks, cuz those guys look like they are flying!!
Actually the ground was pretty good. They worked this ground for days before the Stampede perfecting it for just this kind of weather. If you look at the wagon tracks, they aren't deep. Plus they brought out the tractors after every second race and floated the track.
It's been years since we've gone up to the Stampede. We have a standing free invite to the chucks too but would rather watch it on television than brave the crowds. I'll do my jean shopping in the Hat when their Stampede is at the end of the month...not nearly so many people and we always go to the ranch horse competition and sale.
I was thinking I'd really like to go to that too Linda, but probably won't be able to.I'm trying to organize a trip back to Alberta to look at mares and there are a couple of nice ones in that sale.
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