Old rodeos and livestock shows

Last week's cowboy camp included lessons on hats, horses and other livestock. On the second day, the kids brought in animals and had a livestock show, including ribbons for 'best in show'.

Harry's pig took best in show for: playing in the mud
And Jack's polar bear took best in show for: sleeping in his nest (nest = the hat, since he learned cowboys use it for sleeping and holding important things)The two of them hamming it up for the camera on picture day - the got to ride a real pony, pix to come home this week I think

They also made these bandanas the first day, using paint stampers. They earned their badges and bandanas by bringing their hats back on the second day.

The third day was the 'gold rush' - they had all yellow things and even went on a treasure hunt for gold nuggets .... I'm too lazy to take a picture at the moment, but they covered tiny rocks and the kids had a great time

I know a few of you are homeschoolers, so if you're interested in their curriculum or projects, just email me :-)

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