RODEO

Martin has competed in rodeos too, and is now a trainer or coach. He had some students competing in March 11’s breakaway roping and barrel racing, and mentioned that the organizers are former students of his.

“It’s good for the community and the contestants to have somewhere to compete,” he said, adding that he shares Wilson and Quintana’s desire to see more rodeo events at Je co. Wilson and Quintana hope to make this winter rodeo an annual event, and are considering hosting a smaller event in the summer as well.

In the days before the March 11 event, Wilson said there’s already been a learning curve and imagined there’d be some hiccups the day of. But, she believed her organization has enough interest from contestants and spectators to keep its momentum going.

“We really want to bring rodeos back to Je co and the Golden area,” she continued.