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REVIEW OF THINGS TO DO
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“George Strait Team Roping Classic” |
The George Strait Team Roping Classic (GSTRC) has been held at the Rose Palace annually for several years, but started somewhere else. This year was the 26th year of the event. I'm a huge fan and have always wanted to go to see George rope!
We were lucky to have family there that have been going to the event for at least the past 10 years. They sort of explained things to us and saved us seats. People get there as early as 5am to start lining up for seats!! I'm so glad we didn't have to get there that early, but it was very nice of them to save us seats.
The event starts on Fri about 10am and goes ALL DAY LONG! They have hundreds of teams and they have to narrow it down to the top 50 teams for the finals on Sat. We heard they can go as long as 2am if necessary. We got there in time to see George Strait (GS) and his son rope. They didn't do so well, but it was pretty neat to watch for a GS fan! After his run, GS comes back up the arena so all the fans can touch his hand and take pictures. We left by 7pm, so we could go find our KOA.
Things also start at 10am on Sat and are usually finished by 1-2pm. They had "cowboy church" Sat morning also before the event. Before things start on Sat, GS comes out and talks a little to thank the sponsors, participants, and fans. After the winner is announced, they set up the trucks and trailors that they win and take lots of pictures with GS.
There were a few options for food on site. One place had sandwiches, hot dogs, hamburgers. Another had BBQ brisket that was just okay. There are also several vendors selling things like cowboy boots (I got a new pair!), clothing, jewelry and furniture!
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