27th annual Vaquero Show & Sale

November 11-13, 2011

The 27th annual Vaquero Show & Sale celebrates the lifestyle and renowned horsemanship of the California Vaquero (cowboy). Vaqueros developed on the expansive cattle ranchos of Central California during the Spanish/Mexican Colonial period and blended classic European horsemanship with the ‘rough and ready' riding style of early California ranchers. The Vaquero developed a distinctive style that is readily recognizable in Vaquero apparel, tack, saddles and other items of the era.

A highlight of the weekend celebration is the gathering of noted artisans and collectors from throughout the western United States displaying and selling hand-tooled leather saddles, braided Vaquero-styled riatas, custom boots, bridles, reins and other Vaquero inspired horse tack as well as quality Western art, apparel, memorabilia and collectibles.

Saturday, November 12, 2011

9 a.m.-5 p.m.Vaquero Show & Sale at the Historical Museum. pass or for two-day pass

11 a.m.Vaquero Horsewoman Sheila Varian presents Vaquero horsemanship

11 a.m.2 p.m.BBQ Beef Tri-tip Lunch available for purchase

1:00–4:00 pm Steve Woods performs country western favorites in the courtyard

2 p.m.Buckaroo and Vaquero Horseman Richard Caldwell demonstrates Vaquero reining techniques

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