Before Steamboat Springs became famous for its Ski Mountain and Champagne powder, it was a ranching community made up of hardworking and friendly folks who chose the valley for its beauty and the fruits of its bounty. Still today, Steamboat has a strong ranching community which is reflected in the town?s Western flair and heritage. Steamboat even has a rodeo located downtown at Howelson Hill. Rain or Shine, the Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo is open to the public in the Summer months. The Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series is the most successful weekly rodeo in the country & provides fun events for kids of all ages.