Category Archives: Trick Roping

Trick Roping with the Dolphins

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Lewis Events roping calf on Catalina Island dock.

A gorgeous fall day on the docks at Newport Harbor in Southern California. The trick ropes, microphones, cables, hats, boots, roping calf . . . . and wetsuits were loaded onto the boat. Next, we hopped aboard, sailed past the Balboa Pavillion, out of the harbor past the jetty, and were off to Avalon Bay on Catalina Island. Along the way, dolphins and seagulls accompanied us on our 26-mile journey. The dolphins seemed like they just wanted to have fun as they jumped in and out of the ship’s wake. After docking in Avalon, we boarded a speedboat that quickly whisked us to a private cove on the island. There is no road to our destination cove, so the people, food, supplies, and equipment could only be transported to the location by boat. Remote indeed!

Christy on boat to Catalina Island

We arrived at a beautiful, secluded cove, rolled up our sleeves, and got to work. The sound system was set up and tested followed by our tent and sleeping bags. Yes, our location was so remote, that we stayed in a tent right on the beach . . . . about ten feet from the water.

Lewis Event’s assignment was to provide a weekend of entertainment for the members and guests of a private organization, including trick roping, virtual calf roping, DJ and MC, and line dancing.

The tables are set and both Christy and Jay warm up before the guests arrive.

The guests did arrive and after a mouth-watering Western meal, they danced and roped for hours. Traditional and contemporary Western favorites were played along with some pop tunes to mix things up a bit. We entertained guests for two evening events and provided atmosphere entertainment during the daylight hours.

The beachfront event location was spectacular and the guests were a ton of fun. Our weekend soon came to an end, the bags and equipment were loaded and we made the journey back to the mainland.

Lewis Events will travel almost anywhere to make your dreams come to life. Even if it means we transport our equipment on a boat and stay in a tent. Contact us anytime to chat about how we can make your next adventure a huge success.

Lewis Events designs and creates amazing parties for a variety of exciting themes, special occasions, and corporate events throughout Southern California, Park City, Salt Lake, Utah Valley/Silicon Slopes, and beyond.

“Wild West Experience” at St. Regis

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St. Regis Hotel was the location of a willing group of guests from far and wide who gathered to meet friends and learn the ways of the old West. Delectable food was served, foot-stomping music was performed and folks jumped back in time to the days of the wide open frontier.

Lewis Events brought the adventure to life with virtual calf roping, gold panning, trick roping, and real-life Western heroes. Brave participants rolled up their sleeves and did their best to rope the cow before it ran off to the wide-open prairie.

Forty-niners heard the call of gold discovered in Park City and rushed to stake their claim. Miners ferociously panned for riches in the Wasatch range rivers and streams with the occasional cry of “Eureka” heard over the music drifting from the local saloon.

After an evening of roping, panning, and calf gathering, Park City has a whole new slew of Cowgirls and Cowboys to tame the West.

Wild West In the Warehouse

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What do you do when you want to host your company’s western picnic on-site at your own facility.  Easy!  You transform your location into the Wild West.

Wild West Theme Party, Event Design

Lewis Events teamed up with Cafe N’ Stuff Catering to make wild west magic happen for a ton of folks at their company location with acres of indoor space. 

And when we said acres of space we weren’t kidding.  So with some areas masked off, we concentrated the colorful decorating in key areas of the event space. 

When the guests were finished eating Cafe N’ Stuff’s amazing food, Lewis Events kept the crowd entertained with a wild west trick roping and stunt show, a cornhole tournament, virtual calf roping, trick roping and, line dancing instruction.

Lewis Events magically transforms spaces into amazing theme parties for small intimate gatherings all the way up to grand celebrations in Southern California and Salt LakeCity/Utah Valley.  

Party Till The Cows Come Home

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Nothing like having a western party in a milking barn.  Our bovine friends were polite, quiet, did not eat too much and had a very positive attitude as long as they got their turn on the milking machine.Lewis Events was proud to be part of a company party held in the Millenial Barn located at the Orange County Fairgrounds.  It’s an ideal location for a western theme party, offering a perfect country atmosphere . . . . cows included.

The guests enjoyed a variety of interesting activities including gold panning, cowboy games, line dancing, great food and lively music.

Right in the middle of the party festivities, the cows filed in and in an orderly fashion, took their place at the milking machine.  It wasn’t long before the guests took notice and crowded to see the milking take place.  I must admit this was an interesting first for Lewis Events and definitely added another dimension to the event.

Emily came away from the experience with some new friends.

Roaring Nights @ LA Zoo

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“Roaring Nights goes Country” was one of the after hours themed events held last summer at the LA Zoo.  Lewis Events was invited to assist the zoo in making the tranformation to the wild west.  We brought in a variety of theme decorations, a western show and a unique collection of guest activities.  A quick set up had to take place while the daytime crowd transitioned to the Roaring Nights crowd.Colorful vignettes were set up at key locations within the zoo.

The western roping and variety show was staged directly in front of the elephant exhibit.  Before the show, we did a run through to make sure that the elephants were ok with the cracking of the bullwhip and the acts in general.  Then some pre-show filming. . . . Finally the crowds gathered and the show began. Definitely a first for Lewis Events.  Between shows we were able to have a behind the scenes tour of the zoo.

The elephants went on grass munching and wandering during the show and stunts . . . didn’t seem to mind all the lively western action and sounds one bit.

The crowd gathered as the show began and progressed. 

One of the event’s focal points was an activity area we created where Roaring Nights guests had the opportunity to try a selection of hands-on old west activities. Prospectors tried their hand at the gold panning station.  Fancy roping was taught in the trick roping area.  Cowhands had the chance to throw a lariat around one of the virtual longhorn steers.  A fun night in a truly unique venue.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Big Crowds In Susanville

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Way up north in Susanville in Lassen County, yes we go there too.  The Lassen County School Distrct brought all their 4th grade students (and there was a ton) to the Lassen County Fairgrounds for a California history program and activity day.  Busses traveled from all over the widespread county, filled with enthusiastic youth ready to  experience the old west.

Lewis Events was invited to bring California history to life for the unique experience.  So we packed up the truck and made the long trip.  Exciting activities included gold panning, rope  making, candle making, butter churning, old west games, virtual calf roping, trick roping,  jump rope contests, branding, dancing, and dress-up photos.

To acommodate the large crowd, activities were spread throughout the fairground’s facilities.  See you next year, Susanville!

After two busy days of shows and activities, we took a  road trip across the mountains and down the coast of California.