The 42nd Hamel Rodeo & Bull Ridin' Bonanza kicks off

Attendees decked out in their cowboy hats and boots, watch rodeo events such as bronc riding, roping and bull riding.

Photos by Richard Tsong-Taatarii Star Tribune

July 7, 2023 — 3:48pm

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Kooper Heimburg of Marshall, Missouri gets a wild ride on Illegal Smile during a bareback riding heat in Corcoran, Minn., on Thursday, July 6, 2023. Thursday was the first day of the 42nd Hamel Rodeo & Bull Ridin' Bonanza.

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Bareback riding cowboys go through their routines in Corcoran, Minn.

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Becca Haggerty and her partner expect to sell a couple hundred hats over the next few days in Corcoran.

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A good crowd turns out for the Hamel Rodeo in Corcoran.

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Paige Eby watches the rodeo with her baby Daxton in Corcoran.

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The Hamel Rodeo gets started with the grand entry in Corcoran.

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