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ND high school rodeo athlete Sidney Weinberger, a freshman at Flasher Public School, comes from a long line of rodeo genetics, starting with her mom, Sonya Weinberger, former barrel racer, and Miss Rodeo ND. Her grandpa Jerry Weinberger and Larry Froelich gave Sydney a positive outlook on 'all things rodeo'. She talks about her first high school rodeo season as a freshman and her life in rodeo. Rodeo mom, Sonya, gives her outlook on the evolution of rodeoing from her time as a child to the present day. Tisa Peek visits with both daughter and mother on today's episode. The Killdeer Mountain Roundup Rodeo was the first rodeo ever inducted into the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame. They are the oldest professional sporting event in the state! In 2023, they will celebrate their 100th anniversary with a huge bbq, a Chancey Williams concert, and much more. Wild Bill sits down with one of the organizers from the Killdeer Saddle Club, Gene Harris, to discuss the huge event coming in July. Larry Sandvick was born to Thorris & Lynell Sandvick on May 15, 1966, the 5th of 6 children. He grew up on their ranch in the Little Missouri River Badlands, north of Killdeer, ND graduating from high school in 1984. Larry then attended Casper Community College, graduating in 1987 with an associate degree in agriculture-business & construction technology. Larry began competing in youth rodeos when he was five and later in amateur rodeos. He participated in every event except steer wrestling in high school thru college. He turned pro in 1989, specializing in bareback. He participated in 125 to 150 rodeos a year. He won numerous rodeos throughout the years, including Denver, Pendleton, Ellensburg, Calgary, Caldwell, Dallas, and Cheyenne. In 2018, Larry took his place in The Hall of Honorees at The North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame and was the week's inductee. <h2>TAKEAWAYS</h2> - Rodeo-it's a family thing and has become more specialized. - The Killdeer Mountain Roundup Rodeo has a very rich and colorful history - Through the support of his family, Larry Sandvick became a staple in the world of bareback riding 🛠 TOOLS AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE: https://www.killdeermountainrounduprodeo.com/ https://northdakotacowboy.org/ 📺WATCH MORE EPISODES: https://www.bek.news/dakotacowboy

Rodeo is a way of life for ND High School rodeo athletes, but they also find success in other areas. Cole Gerhardt is a 4x high school state champion wrestler and all-around cowboy athlete. Faith Heim works on her family cattle business, trains horses, and is a multi-event cowgirl. Ranch-raised cowgirl, Paige Delaney, brings back a national title judging grasslands and competes at ND high school rodeos. The ProRodeo Sports news recently published an article that read the Command Performance Rodeo put on by the PRCA on Sept. 24, 1983, at Landover, Maryland's Capital Centre. The White House invitation-only rodeo event included special guests President Ronald Reagan and First Lady Nancy Reagan, and there were 10,249 government dignitaries, including Ambassadors from 46 foreign countries. The rodeo was designated as a tribute to America's government, and the special performance featured former and present ProRodeo world champions, along with top 1983 contenders in seven events. Representing North Dakota at this event were Miss Rodeo America 1983 Brenda Lee Bonogofsky Pickett, 4x world champion saddle bronc rider Brad Gjermundson and novelist Louis L'Amour, who received a congressional gold medal from President Reagan. We feature their presence at this event with recently discovered video footage by The North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame and courtesy of the PRCA. Arguably the greatest cowboy there ever was is Larry Mahan. Unfortunately, he passed away on May 7. In 2017, Larry was the special guest for The NDCHF induction ceremony. We remember that glorious day and pay our respects to him today. <h2>TAKEAWAYS</h2> - ND High School Rodeo athletes are diverse, and these athletes are learning life skills that will promote industry leaders in the future. - North Dakota was well represented at the 1983 Command Performance Rodeo, which was a white house invitation-only event - Larry Mahan gave a piece of himself to many entities, including the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame. 🛠 TOOLS AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE: http://ndhsra.org/ https://www.prorodeo.com/ https://northdakotacowboy.org/ 📺WATCH MORE EPISODES: https://www.bek.news/dakotacowboy

On the evening of April 29, the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame opened its doors for the 2023 season. An evening billed as The Season Premiere culminated with the announcement of the individuals and groups taking their place in the prestigious Hall of Honorees. NDCHF Board President Gerald Stokka made the announcement. World Champion Team Roper Bobby Harris also attended and spoke to those there that evening. Along with the announcement of the inductees, we also feature the conclusion of Bobby Harris's message to the crowd there that evening. Bailey Grove, a high school senior from Ray, ND, also introduced us to the Jr. High and High School state champions honored during the event. Dakota Cowboy co-host Tisa Peek of Dakota Horse Magazine visited with Bailey, who spoke highly of The North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame and their involvement and support of state rodeo athletes. Phil Haugen was born and raised in the Williston, ND, area. There are many highlights to his very successful rodeo career, which all led him to be inducted into the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame in 2021. Phillip Haugen is the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Hall of Honorees Inductee of the Week. <h2>TAKEAWAYS</h2> - The North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame is now open for the 2023 Season. - Bailey Grove, who represents North Dakota student rodeo athletes, appreciates all the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame does in supporting and honoring them. - From NDRA titles to the PRCA's Linderman Award, Phil Haugen more than deserves his place in the Hall of Honorees. 🛠 TOOLS AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE: https://northdakotacowboy.org/ 📺WATCH MORE EPISODES: https://www.bek.news/dakotacowboy

Ranching is a way of life. The courtroom, business, and rodeo are ways of life. All of these careers, including Nici Meyer's most important job, mother, are this 6th generation livestock producer's daily life. With the help of her family: Lynn and Guynelle Meyer (parents) and husband, Shawn Arndorfer-this livestock producer, discusses the ties between education, running a business, and even the rodeo industry to the courtroom floor and the pasture. The early days of the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame were exciting times. Many minds came together on the same page and created what is now an organization that continues to grow by leaps and bounds. Decisions that needed to be made included establishing the by-laws, the criteria for inductees, and even the location of the new NDCHF, all needed to be discussed. There at the beginning, was founding board member Bob Tibor. His energy level was re-kindled by the thought of doing an interview on Dakota Cowboy. It was soon discovered that Bob has so much information concerning the early days of The NDCHF, but one episode is not enough. Today you will hear about how the NDCHF was established and the meticulousness that went into it from someone who was there. And you'll hear what Bob Tibor is doing now. Herb was born on his family's farm north of Berthold on September 11, 1904, and grew up farming alongside his dad and brothers. Herb's parents had passed away by the time he was 20. He and his brothers grew the family farm into a business, calling it the Birdsall Farm Company. In time, bringing son-in-law Darrell into the business, Herb developed the Birdsall Farming Company into one of the largest farming and cattle operations in this part of the world. Cattle from the Birdsall ranch were known to weigh over 400 lbs at weaning, something unheard of in their time. In one story, a black bull trespassed in the neighbor's pasture. Herb reassured the upset man that when he sold calves the next fall, he and Darrell would give him as much for his black baldies as he got for his best Hereford steer calves. The handful of baldies brought the most money, and the trespassing bull was forgiven. Herb Birdsall passed away on April 10, 1990, and is our NDCHF Hall of Honorees Inductee of the week. <h2>TAKEAWAYS</h2> - Law school and various working groups have developed this cowgirl to 'think outside the box' when running a ranching business, and it takes the entire family to make ranching possible. - The passion at the beginning of the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame remains for founding board member Bob Tibor of Hebron. - Herb Birdsall's commitment to being successful in agriculture, along with a strong work ethic, including still breaking colts at 60 years old and more, contributed to him taking his place in The Hall of Honorees. 🛠 TOOLS AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE: https://northdakotacowboy.org/ 🖇️CONNECT WITH LADIES OF ANOTHER VIEW: https://www.bek.news/ladiesofanotherview https://www.facebook.com/LadiesOfAnotherView/ https://twitter.com/loa_view 📺WATCH MORE EPISODES: https://www.bek.news/ladiesofanotherview/

Josh Lyons with Lyons Legacy Horsemanship dives into ND with a five-day horsemanship clinic. Lyons describes his start in the horse world and demonstrates a little piece of what was brought to students at the clinic. Elsabe Hausauer of Muddy Boot Performance Horses, Halliday, is one of ND's leading horse clinicians and has ridden under Josh's instruction in Arizona this past winter. The value that Josh could bring to ND spurred Elsabe into helping organize and host the Lyons Legacy team to venture here. So saddle up, it's going to be a good ride! Our Tisa Peek with Dakota Horse Magazine visits with Josh and Elsabe Hausauer. Districts 7 and 9 of the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame have been hosting a Night at the Races as a fabulous fundraiser. With 2023 being the 5th year for this event, we had our cameras there, and Wild Bill visited with NDCHF Trustee Chairman Al Bjornson to determine why this event has achieved its success. They also talk about Al's role as trustee chairman and much more. 44 Magnum was born in 1991 on a ranch 7 miles northeast of Bottineau, ND. Her owners are breeders Steve and Barb Waagen. In 1994, at three years of age and 16.2 hands high, this 1500 lb. blue roan mare bucked for her first time at a Roughrider Rodeo in Stump Lake, ND. She bucked off Kutter Moore the first day, and Shadd Piehl earned 79 points on her the next day, setting in motion 44 Magnum's career as an outstanding Saddle Bronc horse. In 2020, 44 Magnum was inducted into the NDCHF in the category of Rodeo Livestock and is featured today as our inductee of the week. <h2>TAKEAWAYS</h2> -Teachers are motivators. Whether teaching the rider or the trainer teaching the horse, be a motivator. "Horses do not lie; they don't know how to lie" –Josh Lyons. -Districts 7 & 9 of the NDCHF have a surefire fundraiser with A Night at The Races promotion. -44 Magnum's success in the arena as well as being a fabulous sire stands out as one of the reasons this horse has achieved legendary status 🛠 TOOLS AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE: https://www.joshlyons.com/ https://northdakotacowboy.org/ 📺WATCH MORE EPISODES: https://www.bek.news/dakotacowboy

Tisa Peek talks with veterinarian Dr. Brokelle Bartsch of Dakota Skies Equine. Bill talks with Chancey Williams about his new album and two summer concerts in North Dakota. 📺WATCH MORE EPISODES: https://www.bek.news/dakotacowboy

Jay and Kim Dunford, of the Dunford Ranch, have a solid business plan for their horse breeding program and providing quality horses to their clientele. They are proud of their horses raised in North Dakota and the quality of them as well. And they are grateful for all the exposure and publicity horses, in general, receive nationwide from shows like Dakota Cowboy and others. Kim Dunford tells Tisa a little about their program and explains her choices in stallions and mares, how she chooses them in relation to her preference, and relates that to her husband and young daughter. In this episode, Tisa Peek visits Jay and Kim Dunford at The Dunford Ranch. Dale Meyers of Minot has been a District 5 trustee of The NDCHF for a few years. His collection of classic cars, motorcycles, artwork, historical artifacts, and more is very impressive. What Dale loves the most are the stories behind each item in his collection and how those stories bring people together. In his collection is a special Harley Davidson motorcycle that is a tribute to his friend Vietnam war veteran Richard William Rick Teagle, who passed away in 2020. We hope to continue Dale's story in the foreseeable future. Bob Hansen was raised on the family ranch north of Dunn Center, North Dakota. Bob, along with his family, still operates the ranch. Bob enjoyed ranching with his parents, three brothers, and three sisters. Growing up in a ranch family, Bob had early exposure to rodeo. He competed in high school rodeos and earned a scholarship to Dickinson State College in football and rodeo. As a key member of both teams, Bob was often asked to compete at a football game on Saturday, then flown to the collegiate rodeo taking place. Bob Hansen is our NDCHF Hall of Honorees inductee of the week. <h2>TAKEAWAYS</h2> - The Dunfords take the necessary steps to ensure they do all they can to breed and raise quality horses that they are proud to say were born and raised in North Dakota. - Dale Meyers's greatest joy is the people who relate to the items in his massive collection through the shared stories. - Bob Hansen became known not only in North Dakota but across the nation as a trainer of top-quality ranch and rodeo horses who won numerous titles and championships in the rodeo arena, but his greatest joy comes from spending time with his family. 🛠 TOOLS AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE: https://www.dunfordranch.com/ https://northdakotacowboy.org/ 📺WATCH MORE EPISODES: https://www.bek.news/dakotacowboy

Tisa Peek visits TR 4 Heart and Soul to talk about all the life lessons that are learned from caring for horses. Bill pAlanuk visits with Larry Schnell from Stockmen's Livestock about the decision to sell the business, all the help the he's gotten through the years and what he is looking forward to in the future. This weeks North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Inductee of the week is Harris Goldsberry with an introduction by Miss Rodeo North Dakota 2000 Robyn Nelson-Werth.

Bill visits with Kami Kling about balancing family life with all the other jobs and responsibilities she has, talks about growing up around the New Town area and horses and Rodeo in Medora. Bill talks with the Producer of the "Feek's Vision" Movie/Documentry Theresa Howie about the movie, Bucking Horses and when and where you can see the film. This week's North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Inductee of the week is Pearl Cullen with an introduction by Miss Rodeo North Dakota 2001 Shannon Rustad - Eck.

"Wild" Bill talks with Hayes Lemieux and Jim Hornbacher, a couple Vice President's from Dakota Community Bank & Trust about their work with the bank, the ways the bank helps local ag producers, the partnership of the bank and the community and what makes the bank a special place to work. Bill meets up with Miss Rodeo North Dakota 2023, Lindsey Miller. they talk about Lindsey's journey to becoming Miss Rodeo ND, traveling, riding horses and the help and support of her parents. This week's North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Inductee of the week is the "Black Leg Ranch" with and introduction by John Thorson and acceptance by Jerry Doan.

Dakota Cowboy - "Wild" Bill sits down with Dakota Community Bank and Trust Vice President Travis Hande to discuss the many thriving business that their bank has contributed to. Bill chats with North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame President Gerald Stokka to discuss the history behind the prestigious award. This weeks North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Inductee of the week is Alvin Nelson.

Codi Ann Miller - Miss Rodeo North Dakota National Director - Talks about the support for the Miss Rodeo ND program and support for Miss Rodeo ND 2023 Lindsey Miller. Discusses Lindsey's background and watching her grow into her new role and the responsibilities she will have as Miss Rodeo North Dakota. Elise Burwell - Miss Rodeo North Dakota 2022 - Reflects on her time as Miss Rodeo ND, shares stories about her journey to becoming Miss Rodeo ND and she shares her speech "And God Made North Dakota". This weeks North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Inductee of the week is Brenda Lee Bonogofsky Pickett - Miss Rodeo America 1983

Dakota Cowboy - Kristi Toof is the new gift shop manager at the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame and shares what she is doing to express the legacy of cowboys across North Dakota. Founder of the National Day Calendar Marlo Anderson shares the history behind "Take a Selfie in a Museum Day" and how its celebrated at the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame. This weeks NDCHF Inductee of the week is Steve Tomac and Dorvan Solberg.

Rex Cook talks gives a brief history about the saddle and shares some insights about the different styles of saddle and his experience working with them. Nelson Heart brings a saddle that he will be donating to the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame for their upcoming annual meeting. Steve Tomac talks about the beginnings of the NDCHF, and what it means to him being a NDCHF Inductee. This weeks NDCHF Inductee of the week is "Champions Ride" with an acceptance speech by Jim Tescher.

North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Director Rick Thompson announces the 2023 Nominees for the NDCHF. Irene Johnson shares a list of prizes for the NDCHF raffle drawing being held later in 2023. 1999 NDCHF Inductee of the week segment the "Dickinson Match of Champions" with an introduction by Jim Cook and acceptance speeches by Willard & Raymond Schnell.

TRMF Goodwill Ambassador, Joe Wiegand - Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Community Relations, Amy McCann - North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Inductee of the Week, Duane Howard.

"Wild" Bill Palanuk sits down with North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Executive Director, Rick Thompson, the two review the 2022 season and talk about what they're looking forward to in 2023. Bill then gets the chance to visit with Rancher, Broadcaster, and Auctioneer Scott Bachmeir. Bill asks Scott how he manages his time between working on the ranch, doing daily radio broadcasts, and all the other duties that he has. In this weeks North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Inductee of the week segment, Bill brings us back to 1998 with the induction of Jim and Tom Tescher with an introduction by Rev. Fr. William Joseph Fahnlander.

Dakota Cowboy - Wild Bill sits down with Dawn Carson, Jon Peek, and Chad Berger.

"Wild Bill" Palanuk talks deadlines for nominations for the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame and shares some past testimonials for the nominations process. Bill gets the chance to chat with NDRA Board President Nate Horner. The two discuss Nates background in ranching and the business that he and his wife run on their ranch. They also talk about how Nate got into rodeo, his leadership as President of the NDRA, and making tough decisions operating the NDRA. "Wild" Bill visits with Miss Rodeo ND Board Member Don Schmid, they discuss Don's long history in rodeo, how the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame feels like "Sacred Ground", and how Don got involved with the Miss Rodeo North Dakota organization. In this weeks North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Inductee of the week, we meet Franklin "Tex" Appledoorn with an introduction by Dean Meyer.

"Wild Bill" Palanuk talks about the upcoming deadline for submissions to the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame and shares some past testimonials. Wild Bill chats with Miss Rodeo North Dakota, Elise Nicole Burwell. Bill asks Elise what that past 12 months have been like for her, what she has learned during that time, and what she is looking forward to in Las Vegas during the Miss Rodeo America Pageant. Bill then gets a chance to visit with 2014 Miss Rodeo North Dakota and current Miss Rodeo ND National Director Codi Ann Miller. They talk about what it was like growing up in the Amidon/Bowman area, what she is doing to help the next generation of Rodeo Queens and Princesses, and helping young girls get the opportunity to compete in those competitions. In this weeks North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Inductee of the week Bill introduces us to Olaf J. "Ole" Solberg with an introduction by Geen Veeder and acceptance by the family of Olaf J. "Ole" Solberg.

"Wild Bill" Palanuk visits with Tess Howie with the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame. They visit about the upcoming deadline for 2023 nominees, some changes made to the application forms, what are the categories for 2023, and what's new for the 2023 season. Bill sits down with North Dakota sculptor, Linda Little to discuss her recent sculpture of Medora and some of her other works in Stark County. They also talk about how she got into sculpting and her inspirations and love of the arts. In this weeks North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Inductee of the week segment we are introduced to famous North Dakota author Louis LaMour, with an introduction by Walter Piehl Jr. and acceptance by Harold Schafer.

"Wild Bill" Palanuk sits down at the Killdeer Rodeo Grounds to visit with District 2 Co-Chair, Gene Harris. They discuss what it's like living in a great community like Killdeer, how involved the community was with getting things done for the rodeo grounds and talk about the upcoming Fall Gather event. Bill gets the chance to meet up with American Song Contest Finalist Chloe Fredericks. The two chat about how Chloe got into music, how important support from her family has been, and where she'd like her music to take her. Chloe also plays her song "Ride One Good". In this week's North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Inductee of the week, Bill introduces us to the Sanish Rodeo with actual footage from the rodeo from the 1950's. Bill leaves us with some comments from North Dakota Lt. Gov. Brent Sanford on cowboys and the western lifestyle.

"Wild Bill" Palanuk introduces us to the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Board Treasurer, Marv Semrau. They discuss how Marv got his start with the NDCHF, the story of the founding of the Hall of Fame, and what they do to keep the doors open. Bill sits down with Hailey Chamley of Chamley Financial LLC and talks with her about her upbringing, what got her started in the financial industry, and the influence of her Grandfather. In this weeks North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Inductee of the week, Bill introduce us to Levi Wisness with the acceptance speech given by Clay Bohmbach.