Wade McCarthy learned some bareback techniques. PHOTOS: BOB GARNANT

Wade McCarthy learned some bareback techniques. PHOTOS: BOB GARNANT

A fundraising event for rodeo queen Stacey Lambert saw riders of all ages take to the saddle to learn new skills.

There was no speed limit on the weekend when the Legends of Rodeo School took place at both Bullsbrook and Byford venues.

Organised by National Rodeo Council rodeo queen Stacey Lambert to raise funds for her challenge in the National Rodeo Queen Quest, the school set a hang-on-to-your-hat type of pace.

Adventure seekers who signed up for the day could strap on a pair of bull-riding chaps and challenge a mighty beast or swing a rope in a gallop, hoping to loop a calf.

Even The Farmer Wants a Wife celebrity Brooke Keenan got in on the act.

"I am a city girl that wants to catch my dream on horseback," she said.

Brooke was learning to rope from one of WA's favourite cowboys, Cody Lambert.

Also after some roping lessons were Bronwyn Hill and her 11-year-old daughter, Taya McFarlane. Taya recently returned from the National Finals Rodeo in Tamworth, New South Wales, where she competed in barrel racing.

The 2009 WA all-round junior cowgirl said she too had some high adventure dreams to accomplish via the rodeo circuit.

Another graduate of the school, Diane Pearce, said she may be rewarded with a special gift from her husband, Darren.

"He has promised to buy me a special rodeo horse if I can rope a calf," she said.

Dustin Clinch, from Nallan Station, Cue, said he was ready to compete at this weekend's Byford rodeo after taking some lessons in saddle bronc.

Meanwhile, Wade McCarthy said he had learnt some valuable bareback techniques at the school.

Wade, who also competed at the Nationals, said it took good skills to compete against the best in rodeo.

WA's best placing at Tamworth was from Elise Croft, who finished second in the steer undecorating.

Rodeo offers a spectacular experience for both the competitors and fans who just like to watch.

Whatever the dream is, it can be realised at the next Byford Rodeo. Held this Saturday, the main event starts at 7pm.

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