Description
Rodger Beimer first attended the New Mexico State Fair as part of an Explorer Scout group and was entranced. His professional life included decades as a local TV reporter covering the state fair and also as a state fair senior manager. Beimer knows what makes a good fair! From Clyde Tingley’s declaration that he was the “Father of the Fair” to roping at the rodeo and riding the Tilt-A-Whirl, learn what makes the state fair New Mexicans’ favorite event. During this lecture, Beimer relates the history of the state fair and shares some secrets (and good stories).
Rodger Beimer was born and raised in Taos and went on to a New Mexico television and broadcasting career, both on-air and administratively at KOAT-TV, KOB-TV, KZIA and KOB Radio.