I view the rodeo as a cowboy version of a Tractor Pull or Monster Truck Rally. The format is similar but with different cultural events.
Second observation is that they are highly religious (Christian) and patriotic. It is an indication that for those of us in California, we are definitely out of touch with the values of the Midwest. The last presidential election is an example that comes to mind.
But as we sat there, I was looking out to the surrounding hills imagining how hot and cold it could get and why would anyone want to live in such conditions. Then there was a mention of Heart Mountain. Heart Mountain was the name of one of the 10 internment camps during WWII and happens to be where my mom and her family were initially relocated to. Hmmmm.
After getting back to the hotel we found out the camp location was only 15 minutes outside of Cody. It was disappointing that we could not make it ti the memorial and visitor center that has been established there. If you ever go to Cody, you will not find anything in the city that publicizes the site like the numerous buffalo bill Cody tie ins. Asking the hotel clerk about the site did not get much info. He did recall a brochure about a camp but could not find one in the display of dude ranches and Buffalo Bill tributes. The next morning I went next door to the other motel to see if they had anything. I ended by chance picking up the Cody things to do magazine. When I looked through it, I did find a two page spread of the relocation camp site. It turns out the official Heart Mountain reunion is in two weeks staying at the same hotel.
Gayle sent the info to my cousin and she would like to arrange for a trip there, so our goal is to figure out how to arrange a trip to return to Cody. It turns out you can fly directly into Cody (American or United) or drive from Bozeman or Billings Montana. I guess we are making our way back.
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