The 46th Annual National Golden Spur Award Honors, celebrating the spirit of the American rancher and the enduring tradition of ranching, is set to take place on Oct. 5 at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center in Lubbock, Texas.
This event is the pinnacle of recognition for the ranching and livestock industries. The night will honor the 46th National Golden Spur Award recipient, Stephen J. “Tio” Kleberg of Kingsville, Texas, and the Ranching Heritage Association Working Cowboy Award recipient, Joe N. “Buzz” Thorp of Throckmorton, Texas.
Kleberg served as the vice president of agricultural operations for the legendary King Ranch from 1971-1998. Thorp is a revered cowboy who has worked on ranches from Tennessee to Montana and New Mexico to Texas. Recognized as an outstanding stockman, horseman and teacher, at age 91, Thorp continues to be in demand to day-work on neighboring ranches.
Tickets are available to the public and start at $125 through the event website, goldenspurhonors.com.
