The Idaho Cowboy’s Association
has been in existence since the early 1950’s. The objective of
the ICA is to promote the sport of rodeo. Through the
instrument of this association, rodeos attract bigger crowds
and cowboys compete for larger purses. All ICA approved rodeos
meet standards designed to enhance the quality of the rodeo,
the talent of all competing cowboys and cowgirls, and the
safety of rodeo stock.
The ICA approves rodeos in Idaho,
Oregon, Washington and Nevada. Most rodeos average three
performances with 1500 spectators per performance. Many of the
July and August rodeos are held in conjunction with county
fairs, therefore attracting many agriculture and livestock
related consumers. In 2004, the ICA approved or co-approved 52
rodeos plus the Finals Championship Rodeo held at the Western
Idaho Fair in Boise, Idaho.
The ICA’s members come from all
walks of life. Some are professional cowboys choosing to
follow a rodeo circuit that stays close to home. Many are
businessmen and women, ranchers, farmers and horse trainers.
The ICA has a well established reputation of producing top
cowboys, and has been a proving ground for many professional
cowboys.
The ICA has eight standard
events: bareback riding, calf roping, steer wrestling, saddle
bronc riding, bull riding, team roping, barrel racing and
breakaway roping. In November of each year the ICA sponsors a
year-end awards banquet to honor the year-end Champions,
All-Around Champion, rodeo committees and sponsors.
The flavor of an ICA rodeo is a
spirit many seek to experience from days gone by. Many rodeos
have been an annual tradition where generations of cowboys
have competed, and many rodeos represent the single, largest
and most exciting event that comes to town.
The Idaho Cowboy’s Association is
dedicated to promoting rodeo; an important link to our Western
Heritage and some today’s best most action packed
entertainment.
