Gus Darien Arena

• Locations: News By Paula Mayer Published Apr. 21, 2021

  Let's rodeo!

  Mike Kennedy surveys Gus Darien Arena from the chute as he anticipates the opening of the Carbondale Wild West Rodeo's 16th season on June 3, 2021. For the full schedule and lineup of events, go to carbondalerodeo.com. Photo by Paula Mayer.

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