Stories From the Arena
The Ride Begins Long Before the Gates Open
Before the Arena, Before the Applause Most people think a barrel race begins when the announcer calls your name and your horse charges into the arena. The truth is, the ride starts months before you ever hear your name echo across the loudspeaker. It begins in the...
More Than A Rodeo
Looking Back at the Tradition That Built a Community When I was a kid, I thought the Oakdale Rodeo was all about the cowboys. I couldn't wait to watch the bull riders, cheer for the barrel racers, or see who could stay aboard a bucking bronc for eight seconds. I loved...
How a Small-Town Dream Became One of California’s Most Beloved Rodeo Traditions
Every April, thousands of people make their way to Oakdale for one reason—to experience the Oakdale Rodeo. They come for the excitement of professional rodeo competition, the traditions that have endured for generations, and the unmistakable feeling that they've...
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