Share Your Favorite Photos of Grangeville Border Days

On the home page of GrangevilleBorderDays.org we’ve setup a PHOTO FEED contributed by ANYONE who wants to share memories of all the Border Days FUN with friends and families.  You’ll see these contributed photos on the right sidebar of this blog, as well!

How do you do it?  EASY!   Just visit http://flickr.com

What is Flickr.com you ask?

Flickr.com is Yahoo’s photo sharing social media platform.  Its pretty cool too.

All FREE accounts get a very generous ONE TERABYTE  of server space, which makes it a great place to backup your photos (you know, when your computer starts to make noises and then crashes and all of your stored photos and memories are GONE? )  Let me tell you, ONE TERABYTE is a HUGE amount of space.  You’ll probably never fill it up.   I’m not a mathmetician, but I believe 1 Terabyte is 1000 Gigabytes.   1 Gigabyte is 1000 Megabytes.  1 Megabyte is 1024 kilobytes.   Terabyte is HUGE.

You don’t even have to share  your photos at Flickr.com and upload as PRIVATE.

Its so much fun to share the fun, the smiles, the traditions and the brave cowboys and cowgirls, as well as parade entrants, Royalty, the food, the eggs smashed on the street, the breakfasts, the arts & crafts, the kids who are excited about everything, until they run out of batteries.   RIGHT?

HERE’s HOW YOU DO IT.

1. Setup your account on Flickr.com

2. Upload some photos from past Border Days or wait until July 2013 rolls around.

3. Then look for the tab that says “GROUPS”.

4. Next, type in the Search Field “Grangeville Border Days”.

5. You should see our group around the top.

6. Finally, share 6 photos every day or every week.   The number 6 isn’t my rule… its Flickr.  But What-EVER!

Pretty much right away, your photos will begin to stream into our website.   We have a gallery on the right side of the PHOTOS page.   And also on the home page, the top right box is fed from the same Flickr.com group.

If alot of photos are contributed, I’ll probably create a full page gallery or something really fun, so we can enjoy all of the joy of SUMMER!  AND, of course, Grangeville Border Days.

So come on.  Cut em Loose (Photos That Is).

 

 

 

Sammy Kershaw in Grangeville Idaho for Border Days

You heard it right!  

July 6, 2013 at 7:30pm, Sammy Kershaw, country music artist, is performing in Grangeville Idaho.

He sings such popular country tunes such as “She Don’t Know She’s Beautiful” and “Queen of the Double Wide Trailer”.

Tickets are $25 at Rae Brothers Sporting Goods on Main Street across from Cash and Carry in Grangeville. http://www.raebrossportinggoods.com

Or visit TicketsWest.com or call them at 1-800-325-SEAT.

See you at Border Days 2013!

 

 

2013 Border Days Dates Are Set

Mark Your Calendars for the 2013 Grangeville Border Days event!

JULY 3, 4, 5th, 2013

ALSO!  You might notice on the home page at GrangevilleBorderDays.org – we’ve got a slideshow of some great photos taken by people just like you and me – good memories capturing scenes from the rodeo events, parades and other fun moments!

Would you like to share some of your photos too?   You can.

Just visit Flickr.com and setup an account.

Upload your favorite photos into your Flickr.com account.

Then visit “Groups”.   Click on the search field and type in “Grangeville Border Days”  (without the quote marks).

When you see the group appear, click on the link and JOIN THE GROUP.

Next, you can share up to 6 photos per day (their rules, not ours).   Your photos will show up for anyone browsing the Flickr groups, but more exciting, all group photos are streamed to the home page of our website at GrangevilleBorderDays.org as well as on the Flickr Photo Galleria page of our website.

So get your photos organized and place your own treasured memories online to share and pass on the enjoyment of our western tradition.

See you next year!

Summer rodeo season is here!

Ahh, the comforts and reveries of SUMMERTIME are finally here.

Tonight the community of Grangeville Idaho will be busting loose with a performance by Nashville’s Aaron Tippin.  Best known for “KISS THIS”, Aaron Tippin is injecting his spirit into this little central Idaho spot on the map.   The town is alive!

Currently, I’m enjoying a bit of ipad and sunshine on my back deck, with the lovely breeze and sounds of nature.  I have to admit,  I’m also listening to an 80′s Pandora station through ipad.  But its 3:30pm and time to head indoors to get ready for the concert tonight.  STarts at  7:30pm  but gates open at 5:30pm –> Grangeville Rodeo Arena.

Grangeville Border Days is the biggest annual bash of the Cowboy & Rodeo Culture this town has known for over 100 years.   It’s also  Idaho’s Oldest Rodeo.  This town literally tears at the seams during the Independence Day holidays.   LOTS OF food, fun, parades, games, rodeos, friends, family, art shows, pig roasts and more…

I’ve also witnessed an exodus by those who prefer cool mountain camps and riverside picnics.  Many enjoy getting into the great outdoors, where peace and quiet and family time is the priority.

If you’re looking for a great place to rock and enjoy the festivities June 30th and through July 4th, head to Grangeville Idaho on Highway 95 about 200 miles south of  Coeur D’alene / Spokane area and 200 miles north of Boise.

GRANGEVILLE IDAHO is the place to be this time of year, with mild temps, great people and the joys of summer….well, does it get better than this?

Aaron Tippin Tickets at Ticketswest.com, Rae Brothers on Main Street Grangeville and at the gate.  Extend your stay to Friday and enjoy the Concert in Pioneer Park Thursday evening, July 5th, under the delight of summer skies and comfortable evening temps..

Check http://idahocountyfreepress.com for schedule.

What ever you’re doing, stop and think about heading to Grangeville!

Get to Grangeville IDAHO for Border Days and CUT EM LOOSE!

Gene Warden, 2011 Border Days Grand Marshall

42 year veteran of Grangeville Border Days Committee

Gene Warden, 2011 Border Days Grand Marshall

This is a special year for Gene Warden.  He will be celebrating his retirement July 1st and serving our community in a very important role.

Gene Warden is 2011 Border Days Committee President and honors the community in his role as 2011 Border Days Rodeo Grand Marshall.  Mr. Warden will also officially retire from his position as maintenance supervisor for  MountainView School District, a job he has held for the past 22 years.

I don’t know Gene Warden very well personally, but I do know that he is a man of many many talents.  He can do anything when it comes to carpentry and construction as witnessed years ago when he helped his niece, Rebecca Warden, take care of construction on a home she purchased for her and her son.

Gene Warden can be seen roaming about in the Nez Perce National Forest.  He loves the outdoors, ATVing, hunting and camping with family and friends.  Whenever you see Gene Warden in the great outdoors, you know his wife Leslie is not far away.  They love to spend time together no matter what season, and are active in the local Snowmobile Club.

Gene Warden is the quintessential community role model, always ready and willing to help out wherever help is needed.

Congratulations to Mr. Warden on his retirement and a big giant thanks for his efforts, his devotion to community and his 2011 role as Grand Marshall of this year’s Border Days celebration!

Meet Outgoing Border Days Rodeo Queen – 2010

Taylor Wemhoff, Grangeville Border Days 2010 Queen

Taylor Wemhoff, 2010 Rodeo Queen

Taylor Wemhoff
2010 Rodeo Queen
Grangeville Border Days

I am 18 years old this year and was born and raised in Winona, area by Greencreek, and attended Nezperce Elementary and High School. I help my dad on our farm and ranch, giving him a helping hand whenever he needs it. I have played high school volleyball, basketball, softball, and have been a member of the FFA, High School rodeo, ASB Secretary, Knowledge bowl, honor roll, national honors society, 4-H for 10 years, and have also been the 2008 Clearwater Vallley Roundup Association Queen.
 
I have always enjoyed riding horses, and have recently started to train some of my own! I am going to attend the University of Idaho this fall and major in Architecture, as well as join the college rodeo team!
 
My hobbies include riding horses, skiing, 4-wheeler riding, rodeo, playing guitar, and swimmin in the river!
 
I have a younger brother, Mitch, younger sister, Raquel, and my parents are Jim & Rhonda Wemhoff.

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Current year 2011 Rodeo Queen is welcome to send info and a photo to be posted here at GrangevilleBorderDays.org   – send info to pics@grangevilleborderdays.org

Commemorate 100 Years of Idaho Rodeo

Border Days 2011 Souvenier ShirtsThere are quite a few commemorative items that can be had to remember the fun and festivities, the memories and the charms of the 100 Year celebration of Idaho’s Oldest Rodeo.  

A Border Days Rodeo shirt is something that offers the perfect memory of this 2011 celebration.  Look for Gem Designs booth in Heritage Square, where t-shirts with a great logo are available for purchase to  commemorate your July 4th weekend in Grangeville Idaho.    Visit www.gemdesignscreenprinting.com for more info.

Ward Hooper was raised in the town of Grangeville, in north-central Idaho. At a very early age, Ward began drawing and painting. Ward has spent countless days hiking through the woods and fishing the many streams of this beautiful area.  These experiences have been the inspiration for much of Ward’s artwork.  Ward has created a beautiful commemorative print, numbered only to 100, that commemorates 100 Years of Idaho’s Oldest Rodeo.  Visit his website at www.wardhooper.com or call 208-287-8150 to order your numbered print before they’re gone.

Other souvenirs are available and those who wish to get mention of their souvenir or commemorative item can send a digital photo with details of what the item is, and where it can be purchased to pics@grangevilleborderdays.org

Celebrating Border Days and Bluegrass

While you are attending Grangeville Borders Days  festivities on Saturday, July 2, don’t forget to stop by the Blue Fox Theater and listen to the Idaho County Orchestra “Celebrating Border Days and Bluegrass” immediately following the 2pm Parade @ 3-3:30pm until about 5:pm.

The Idaho County Orchestra group is performing this benefit concert for the Idaho County Citizenship Washington Focus 4-H group raising money to travel to Wash. DC in June 2012.

Guest conductor will be Larry Paul.

Advance tickets can be purchased at Crema’ Cafe and Lindsley’s Furniture in Grangeville, US Bank and Wells Fargo Bank in Cottonwood, Davis Communicatons and Kamiah Credit Union in Kamiah and Main Street Hair in Riggins. Adult ticket $10, Child Ticket (under age 18) $7. Tickets will be sold at the door as long as tickets last!

Supplied by Becci Gehring via Facebook Fan Page

100 Years of Grangeville Tradition

Idaho's Oldest RodeoIf you’re looking for the updated calendar of events for the 2011 Annual Border Days Rodeo event July 2, 3, 4th, you’ve landed on the right page at the right time.   We’ve just updated the events and this year’s Rodeo Theme is “100 Years of Grangeville Tradition”.  

Click here to make a beeline to our updated Events page. 

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Mark Chesnutt and Mark Wills Performing July 1 in Grangeville Idaho

Mark ChesnuttMark WillsWow!  Have we got some news for you.  If you haven’t been checking our Facebook Fan Page lately, you might want to know that the Grangeville Border Days Committee has successfully booked some great country western performers during the big 100th year Border Days Celebration.  Mark Chesnutt and Mark Wills.  They will be performing on July 1st at the Grangeville Rodeo Grounds from 7:30pm to 11 pm.  For tickets or more info visit:   Tickets West

If you’re a fan of rodeos, parades, Main Street USA and want to catch some great Country Music – Summer 2011 then make your way to Grangeville Idaho for big fun.  This is going to be a huge event, as Idaho’s Oldest Rodeo ~ and we’re celebrating 100 Years.

Tickets are now on sale at http://www.ticketswest.com or by calling 1-800-325-SEAT or locally at Rae Brothers Sporting Goods on Main Street in Grangeville, Idaho USA. Tickets are just $20 Bucks.  Get them while they’re hot.  The performance will take place at the Grangeville Border Days Rodeo Grounds.

It sure is good to live in the USA!  Yeah!   Thank you Navy Seals for doing some recent dirty work!  We appreciate all troops and what they do to protect our freedoms.   Come home safe!