100 Years of Ridin' Wild!: 1921-2021 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781935807797)

Steeped in centuries-old cattle ranching traditions, rodeo was shaped by the harsh realities of the Old West, where cowboys honed their roping and riding skills the hard way-from the school of hard knocks. But it wasn't all hard work. After cattle round-ups, cowhands would relax by competing against each other during informal "cowboy play days."

Professional rodeo emerged from these modest beginnings, and the Red Bluff Round-Up has celebrated these traditions since 1921. Today, it's the largest three-day rodeo in the United States. 100 Years of Ridin' Wild! showcases this rich past with over 900 photographs from the Red Bluff Round-Up Museum archives. Extensively researched, it contains a wealth of history highlighting the 100-year-old legacy of the Round-Up.

Ride, rope, and clown around with some of the unforgettable men and women, local and national, who have competed at the Round-Up. Meet "War Paint," "Red Rock," and "Wolfman"-animal contestants whose names are legend. Through their lenses, photographers skillfully capture the intensity and thrilling action of the arena in such a way that one can practically smell the gritty dust as it's kicked up, feel the pulse-pounding excitement of competition, and hear the loud cheers from enthusiastic fans.

The enduring appeal of the Red Bluff Round-Up lies in its commitment to excellence as it continues to honor the past while embracing the future. The Round-Up is more than a rodeo. It's a living, breathing testament to the quintessential true grit spirit of Tehama County, its sense of community, and the determined resilience of the American West. So saddle up and hold on tight! You're about to enjoy 100 Years of Ridin' Wild!