Stampeding!

This year's slogan for the Calgary Stampede is "Hell or high Water"  which is just about what this city and Southern Alberta have been living through for the past 2 weeks.  But - hell or high water - the show is on - the Greatest Show on Earth they call it - The world famous Calgary Stampede and Rodeo!  It might not be the same as it has been in other years - flood damage to some of the permanent venues on the grounds  made sure of that - but going on  proves you just can't keep a good party down.

The midway.

the Rides!

The brass band.

Mini donuts - can't do the midway without them.

The glorious life sized horse and rider sculptures on permanent display in front of the Big Four Building.
The sun had just broken out here after yet another torrential downpour on the city and area - this one included hail. 

The Indian Village - just look at the art on those Tee Pees - gorgeous!

Free outdoor concert on the Coca Cola stage - sound system guaranteed to bust your ear drums!  I know, I know...bad shot of Serena Rider - who is a marvelous singer by the way.  My arms weren't quite long enough and I apparently am not tall enough.

Yes that is water pouring over the brim of that cowboy hat and into the bucket - proving...well, I'm not sure what it proves but it was a bit of silliness I couldn't resist as we headed toward the wine bar and one for the road as they say here in the west.

Pal Sheila sipping a delicious Cabernet to end the evening before we caught the train back home to our beds.