The grit beneath the glitter
Trick rider Madison MacDonald-Thomas showcases her years of training during a performance at the Kootenai River Stampede last weekend. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
Madison MacDonald-Thomas knew she wanted to become a trick rider at a young age and has perservered through serious injuries. (Paul Sievers/The Western News)
At first glance, nothing distinguished the trailer from the dozens of others parked around the rodeo camp.
The three horses that milled around outside, their muzzles buried in hay bags, looked like any other barrel racing steeds...
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