Calgary Stampede: Day 5 1/2

Things I learned thus far:

• When you hear a moo'ing cow - yes, it is real and beware - it is most likely 2ft behind you.
• Concrete is not forgiving.
• Don't jump in puddles when traveling through barns; it's most likely not water.
• Western Heritage Day means "Attention: Old People Day"
• If you want a recap of the rodeo, check it out on Shaw TV in the morning. Yes, when the sun is just coming up.
• Mini donkeys are really cute.
• Midway food gets really gross, really quickly.
• If you already feel nauseous, do not and I repeat DO NOT walk past the grease bins.
• Tips: if you're walking around the grounds all day, changing socks at least 3 times is a really good idea. Even better idea? Get a golf cart.

And the most important tip of them all?

• Sleep. Sleep is really important.