2 Thursday, June 29, 2017 Photo: NANCY ERGER The 55th annual Fourth of July Rodeo and Horse Races at the Parker Ranch Rodeo Arena in Waimea will kick off at 9 a.m. Ranch supremacy on the line See Hawaii’s paniolo from Big Island ranches compete Tuesday during the 55th annual Fourth of July Rodeo and Horse Races at the Parker Ranch Rodeo Arena in Waimea. Get there early to reserve a seat for the roundup of traditional rodeo events, including horse races, ranch mugging, team roping and more. “These events showcase the skills that have made Hawaiian paniolo famous throughout the world and that continue to keep the unique ranching lifestyle and culture alive in Hawaii,” says Nahua Guilloz, a senior manager at Parker Ranch, noting that the rodeo, which will have 150 competitors this year, also draws thousands of spectators. Fast-paced rodeo action begins shortly after the 9 a.m. grand entry parade to introduce the ranch teams and continues until noon. “Skills and pride are on the line during the friendly competitions,” Guilloz says. “It’s nonstop action. We run the rodeo events in between the races, so there is always something going on. Spectators rarely leave their seats.” This rodeo is different from others in that the competition is by ranch, not by individual rider, and the winning overall ranch receives a perpetual trophy. The most popular events are the horse races, Guilloz says, “especially the relay races. They do a baton handoff right in front of the grandstands.” Horse racing is not a common event in Hawaii anymore, but Guilloz says the Parker Ranch Rodeo and Horse Katie Young YAMANAKA Big Island Vibe w June 29 2017 5. Bonsai display Wailoa Center to host 2-day show 10. Puzzles Entertain your brain 11. #808Trib Capture and share your summer photos with us 12. Let’s Go Out Ono grinds CREDITS: Editor David Bock Writers John Burnett Katie Young Yamanaka Photography Hollyn Johnson Design Bonnie L. Rogers Email your Island Beat announcements to entertainment@hawaiitribune-herald.com See RODEO Page 4
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