Okanogan Country Vacationland: We've got lots of horse-friendly fun
We've got lots of horse-friendly fun
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The Ride-In Parade kicks off Stampede activities

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A little girl is delighted to be sitting on a horse

Chronicle photo by Al Camp
A cowboy sets out on a wild ride at the Chesaw Rodeo

Chronicle photo by Al Camp
Horses thunder down the track during the Okanogan County Fair

     If your vacation plans include rodeos and other equestrian endeavors, Okanogan Country is the place to be.
     We've got professional rodeos featuring the nation's top cowboys and cowgirls, along with amateur, high school and junior rodeo events featuring up-and-coming talent. If you want to try your hand at riding, several events feature open entries.
     Horse rides and cavalry re-enactments trot alongside leisurely trail rides, cow cutting, barrel racing, reining, racing and English style events.
     You can even find one-of-a-kind activities such as the World-Famous Suicide Race in Omak.
     Along with rodeos, you can take in accompanying activities that include Western dances, powwows, carnivals, all-you-can-eat feeds, chicken chasing, mutton busting, parades, fun runs and more.