Geological Founder's Day to feature Feek's Vision updates at Events Center

On March 15 at 6 p.m. the Carter County Geological Society will host Ken Howie Studios for the annual Founder's Day Event. Dinner will be provided and the event is free and open to the public.

Theresa Howie, Producer of the film, will provide updates on the Feek's Vision documentary project, including a new extended trailer of the film which will feature an interview with Director, Ken Howie. Ken will discuss the importance of the project, while sharing some items of interest from behind the scenes.

A little over a year ago, documentary filmmaker and Director of Photography Ken Howie (Special Cowboy Moments, Hardship to Freedom) was introduced to the family of an Ekalaka rancher who in the 1930's foresaw an end to the availability of wild horses as bucking stock.

This man, Chandler "Feek" Tooke, envisioned the viability of a program for breeding horses with a strong propensity to buck. Amid skepticism, Feek pursued his vision, realized success and forever changed the future of rodeo. Recognizing the significance of Feek's story, Ken was compelled to create a film that could be enjoyed by generations of rodeo fans and horse lovers, as well as students of genetics.

Feek's Vision- A Documentary by Ken Howie illustrates the history behind the award-winning Tooke Bucking Horses, their profound impact on the sport of rodeo, and the unparalleled enduring desire to buck found in this highly-respected bloodline, which was established in Ekalaka.

Champions Larry Mahan, Deb Copenhaver, Clint Johnson, Dan Mortenson, Brad Gjermundson and Ty Murray are among an extensive list of some of the most important names in rodeo, all of whom agree with Howie about the importance of recognizing Feek Tooke for his contributions to the sport through the introduction and supply of outstanding equine rough stock.

These rodeo legends have supported Howie's efforts, sharing stories and historical details, as well as memories of their matches against Tooke bred bucking horses in the rodeo arena. Legendary Stock Contractors Harry Vold, Cotton Rosser and Mel Potter (Rodeo, Inc.) have contributed stories of Feek and the Tooke horses of yesteryear, while Matt Burch (Burch Rodeo), Sparky Dreesen (J Bar J) and Powder River Rodeo's Franzen family bear testament to success with their own Tooke bred horses, many still winning titles today.

Screening dates and times for the premiere in Las Vegas in December at the National Finals Rodeo will be announced as will the winner of the NFR Ticket Raffle. Tickets are on sale at the museum and can be purchased at the event. Tickets are $10 each or 6 for $50 and include admission for 2 to the 2018 NFR in Las Vegas, Nevada. Seats are located in section 102, behind the roping chute. Pre-orders of Feek's Vision on DVD will be available at the event for a discount.