Sheridan Rodeo Days and Water Fun

The weekend after the 4th of July is when Sheridan, WY celebrates Rodeo Days. This is a serious holiday, businesses shut down to observe. This year Nathan, Shane and I went to see. Later in the week Dad and Lori also came to take part.

The Carnival was a draw to young Nathan who took turns riding on his first Carnival rides. Because Shane and I were a little unsure as to how he would do by himself, Aunt Brooke volunteered to take the first spin with him.

Aunt Brooke and Nathan in the Car

The Fam at the Parade



Nathan and Grandpa at the Pancake Breakfast



Nathan on Rodeo night two, flying Solo in the helicopter

Driving on Night Two with some passengers

Day at the park, before we headed home

Heated little Firetruck Driver


In Sheridan there is a water fountain for people to play in. Had I realized what a hit it would be we would have played in it several times during the trip. As it was we found it right before we would need to head home. Nathan LOVED the splashing. Every time the water stopped he would, in a very upset voice, say: Can we do it again?!! So we did. We played in the fountain three times. During the breaks we ate ice cream and ran in the grass. Nathan sustained the worse sunburn he's ever had at the splash fountain. He cannot go long at all without some sunscreen on his pale little body.

Splashing in a puddle awaiting the first splash session




Running amok in the water


A Very Happy little boy


Wes and Shane being taken by surprise by the random spray pattern

The Petty's were invited to stay at the Graham apartment. It was very nice to have a place all to ourselves. We had an excellent time at Sheridan Rodeo Days and recommend it to any who want some rodeo/festival time. Thank you to Brooke and Wes for setting us up!