Davie Ft Lauderdale FL Sunshine Stampede
   posted by: webmaster on 08-22-2007
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   posted by: jimobear on 08-22-2007
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Was anyone at this rodeo last year? What was it like? Is it worth going to?

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   posted by: cwby1ntx on 08-22-2007
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It was a very well run and fun rodeo. One of the best ones I have been to in my ten years of going to the IGRA rodeos.

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   posted by: keithmob on 11-05-2007
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The rooms filled up really quick last year for this rodeo and I couldn't get one at the host hotel.. has the hotel been decided?? I'd like to reserve early. I want to go to Florida this year.

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   posted by: rainbowrider on 11-05-2007
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The dates right now are tentative. All the rodeo associations have or will be submitting their applications for rodeos at IGRA convention this coming weekend in Kansas City. Once they have been approved and confirmed, they will probably post all of the information on their individual rodoe chapter web sites. Please check back in the next week or two to this site or to www.fgra.org. Lester PNWGRA interim Trustee

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   posted by: airplaneguy on 12-04-2007
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Which hotel is better? The Sheraton or the Hilton?

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   posted by: doogy on 12-04-2007
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It's my understanding that only one of the two host hotels (which are directly across the street from each other) has rooms that accomdate smokers. Both hotels share the rodeo parties/dances. -- Doogie

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   posted by: ricster99 on 12-04-2007
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Last year Hilton had the Southrenmost Hoedown at the Hilton and the Sheraton had the pool party. Both were great Don't know if it is the same this year. But as far as hotels rooms they both great propertys. You can't go wrong with both

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   posted by: doogy on 12-31-2007
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Bob Daumer the 2008 Rodeo Director told me tickets for the rodeo and weekend events will go on sale soon after the 15th of January.

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   posted by: doogy on 12-31-2007
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Just wanted respond to GMCCOWBOYFL comments about there being a lot of gays that come to the rodeo that could care less about the rodeo action in the ring. You're right but it's pretty universal at all the gay rodeos just as I suspect at most other large gatherings of gay men and women. But they pay to get on the rodeo grounds and that keeps them going for those of us that enjoy the rodeo action be it in the rodeo ring, the commercial tents, the dance floor or the parties. Rodeo On! -- Doog

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   posted by: justhorsenround on 01-05-2008
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do you have to be a member of the florida gay rodeo association to ride? I run Barrels and what are the entry fees and is there added money?

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   posted by: rainbowrider on 01-05-2008
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In answer to the question: Do I have to be a member of the Florida Gay Rodeo Assoc. to ride? In order to compete, you need to be a member of any one of the IGRA sanctioned rodeo chapters. As a first time contestant, you can join any association at registration and register for your events after which, you have to pre-register. Competing in horse events, I would join an assoc. first, and get info on the horse stalls and fees for that. Registration fees are now $25 per event per day. Added prize money is dependent on each individual rodeo association if they or sponsors kick in added prize money for events.

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   posted by: atlleatherbear on 02-13-2008
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Hey guys, just an FYI, tickets are now up on the FGRA.org web site for purchase. We have individual tickets for the rodeo on Saturday, Sunday, the Hoedown Saturday night or a weekend Pass. Tickets are all web based and you'll be able to print them out at home, no standing in Will Call lines. Just an added note, Dance tickets seem to sell out fast.

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   posted by: hunterman on 03-08-2008
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can i show up the morning of the rodeo, join a chapter pay the entry fees and then compete in the speed events...barrels, poles, etc...can it be tha simple the day of?

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   posted by: pcolacowboy on 03-08-2008
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I believe the anwser is no, you cannot show up morning of rodeo and enter the events. That is why we have a registration time on Friday evening.

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   posted by: mnrodeo on 03-08-2008
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First time competitors do not have to pre-register for the rodeo. So all you have to do is be a member of an association at the time of registration and sign up. If you have competed before and have an IGRA number you can sign up for the speed events without pre-registration any events that involve the use of contractor livestock, like roping, or ruff-stock you would need to pre-register or there is a $50 late fee. You just have to be a current member of an association. There are several associations that you can sign up for on line or you can make arrangements to join one on Friday morning, but you will need to have your membership card in hand, or the association trustee to let them know you are a member. But come down and play with us, we can help you get this done. Kyle

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   posted by: atlleatherbear on 03-09-2008
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Pcolacowboy and MNrodeo are both correct to a degree. You do have to be a member of a IGRA sanctioned organization, FGRA will happily allow you to join their membership so that you can compete, but you DO have to got through registration on Friday evening. Currently, registration is scheduled to be at the Hilton, I think at 6pm. If you do not register on Friday night, you will not be allowed to compete. If you have any questions, you can email Cowboy Dan at webmaster@fgra.org, He is in charge of registration.

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   posted by: brsetme on 03-17-2008
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Not sure this is the place, but here it goes. Got dogged by my best friend and now i am stuck out being alone at the rodeo. Would like to find a nice cowboy that loves to dance and hang out at the rodeo. I'll be there friday thru sunday and looking for a roomie to split the cost of the room. Any hot cowboy that can lead, let me know and I'll follow. I'm on a dance team in Houston and was looking forward to the Hoedown and just dont want to be without a dance partner. Please reply with a way to contact you. I would appreciate the great company for the weekend and hopefully make some new friends.