What people will do for entertainment! Camel AND ostrich racing in the old west town of Virgina City (Bonanza country).  Three main events 1) Camel racing  2) Ostrich racing 3) Kids chasing ostriches.   Unofficial paramutual betting netted me $6!!!

Camel racing – look closely at the U shaped track.  The one camel across the finish line has no rider, the camel in second place (with the guy in red underwear) has decided to walk back to the starting line.
Did you know an ostrich can run at speeds up to 45 miles per hour?  One rider had already jumped off… this was done by amateur riders that they pulled out of the crowd!!
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