Despite 'challenges,' Stampede boss sees positives at this year's event
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Calgary Herald - Poor weather, a drop in attendance, six horse deaths and a midway accident that injured 10 were some "challenges" to this year's Calgary Stampede, the head of the annual event said this morning.
But Stampede chairman David Chalack said there was also cause to celebrate as park guests reported the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth met or exceeded their expectations this year and there was an increase in out-of-town visitors hitting the grounds.
"There were some challenges," Chalack said this morning at a press conference, noting there is something to be learned from every incident.
He said the organization's thoughts are with Amy Carver, who was injured during the cattle penning competition when her horse collapsed and rolled on her, as well as the teens hurt when the midway ride they were on crashed to the ground. Six of them were sent to hospital.
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But Stampede chairman David Chalack said there was also cause to celebrate as park guests reported the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth met or exceeded their expectations this year and there was an increase in out-of-town visitors hitting the grounds.
"There were some challenges," Chalack said this morning at a press conference, noting there is something to be learned from every incident.
He said the organization's thoughts are with Amy Carver, who was injured during the cattle penning competition when her horse collapsed and rolled on her, as well as the teens hurt when the midway ride they were on crashed to the ground. Six of them were sent to hospital.
Read more:
http://www.calgaryherald.com/sports/Despite+challenges+Stampede+boss+sees+positi...
