Wild Bill's Wild West Water Rodeo

Hurricane, Utah

Wild Bill's Wild West Water Rodeo

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Sat, Oct 4

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About This Adventure

Join us on Pioneer Day, July 24th, for a unique water rodeo experience in Southern Utah! Enjoy thrilling events like Float-A-Bull, kayak barrel racing, and the hilarious Mutton Bustin Goofy Paddle. Perfect for all ages, this family-friendly celebration promises laughter and adventure—don your cowboy gear and make unforgettable memories!

July 24th - It's Pioneer Day and the perfect time to celebrate all that makes Southern Utah western, indeed. It's "hats off" to the cowboys and 'girls with the guts and drive to explore the land and make it blossom in the desert. Wear those wide-brimmed hats and bandanas!

• Date: Wednesday, July 24th, 2024 • Time: 11:30am-2pm • Fee: $10 entry per person. • Kids under 10 yrs: $5 Participants get to enjoy our water versions of traditional rodeo events such as;

Bull Riding (Float-A-Bull) - Contestants get points for style, and how fast you can get on. You have 30 sec to give us your best shot. You can tell your friends you "rowed a bull" later...

Barrel Racing -This race is done on kayaks or paddleboards. Get in there and race around the barrels floating on the water! YEE-SPLASH!

Mutton Bustin Goofy Paddle - Our version of the old school Mutton Bustin ride. Loads of laughs! Paddle a ridiculous floating donut. Bring your own ridiculous item to paddle or use ours. Participants will race our float tubes through the short course. This is for sure a family favorite and a barrel of laughs. Can you paddle in a straight line? Will you just spin around? Our cowboy judges can't wait to find out!

Roping! - It's tough enough to rope from land or on a horse. But have you tried it from a paddleboard? Test your balance and your roping skills at the same time!

Greased Watermelon Chase - If you've ever been a kid at a rodeo that entered the greased pig chase, this can be a lot of slippery fun. Kid friendly and loads of laughs.

Don't have your own equipment? NO PROBLEM! Your entry fee also includes use of one of our kayaks or SUP's we will have set aside just for this event. (No club member craft/high-end equipment offered from our fleet for the rodeo, but feel free to bring your own.)

Pre-register and get a free shaved ice on rodeo day! Show up and choose your events when you check in.

This is for ALL ages and ability levels. There is something for everyone!

Life jackets are required. PFD rentals are just $5 for the day if you do not have your own. Don't forget to dress up in cowboy hats and bandannas.

Check in with our dig team outside of our garage when you arrive. Sign your waivers and let's ride, I mean paddle!

Adventure Tips

Wear Waterproof Footwear

Protect your feet during water events with quick-drying, secure shoes to avoid slipping.

Apply Reef-Safe Sunscreen

Utah’s sun can be intense, so bring and apply reef-safe sunscreen to protect your skin.

Arrive Early for Best Parking

The event attracts families, so early arrival helps secure convenient parking near the venue.

Stay Hydrated

Bring plenty of water to stay hydrated, especially in the midday summer heat.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Desert bighorn sheep
Western rattlesnake (be cautious and observe from a distance)

History

Hurricane, Utah, is historically an agricultural community named after a powerful windstorm in the 19th century, blending pioneer heritage with modern outdoor culture.

Conservation

DIG Paddlesports promotes Leave No Trace principles to help preserve the delicate desert environment and keep water sources clean.

Wild Bill's Water Rodeo Adventure in Hurricane, Utah

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